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Another Newbie, Another question. Something a bit different - water changes?
Michael Russell:
Many many thanks for taking the time to answer...
So reading like crazy about CYA. My first thought was why would we be putting CYA in out hottubs. It would appear that this is because there are no product available without CYA for hottubs? I wonder if this is true in Canada. Something to add to my research list.
Still need to read more about TDS. This was actually brought up a Jacuzzi Dealer today. That water changes pushing a year will likely result in the TDS getting to high. I understand the theory behind this but need to read a bit more about the science.
What in your mind are the main selling points of Ace over Traditional Chlo/Bro? I centred in on Water change interval to save what appeared to be $360/yr in water changes by going salt. With your time lines that is now only $180/yr. This would cover the cost of the cell (from Arctic anyways, not sure about ACE).
Trying out the Jacuzzi tub today I did like it. Left on my list is to look at Master and HotSpring.
Thanks again!
Mike
--- Quote from: castletonia on September 05, 2018, 08:33:19 pm ---My opinion is that if you are on chlorine, water changes should be made every 3-4 months. If bromine, you should get 4 months, maybe a bit longer, but I would personally stick to 4 month intervals.
With ACE saltwater that Hot Spring offers, Hot Spring states you can go up to 1 year between water changes. I tell my customers 8 months. The reason saltwater can go longer between changes is that you do not get the build up of cyanuric acid as quickly since you are not regularly adding chlorine and it also takes longer to build up the total dissolved solids.
I like ACE and sell quite a bit of it, but less frequent water changes are not one of the features I promote when selling it.
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Aquatub88:
I have a Hotspring Envoy NXT and I waited for the Hotspring ACE System incentive and am so happy we went with the salt system. The water is constantly clear, silky smooth because it is soft water and you do not come out of the tub smelling like chlorine/ chemicals. I was on the fence but after 3 months it was the best decision to go with the Ace option. With the ACE System you will use less chemicals and in turn the total disolved solids will be consodersbly lower than someone using chemical treatment. I would say that is why the need to change the tub water out is less frequent. I do use dichlor as a super chlorinator treatment every week- but it is only 2 teaspoons.
kies1:
--- Quote from: bedpan4u2 on September 05, 2018, 07:17:20 pm ---Thanks Kies1,
Couple questions if you don't mind..
Where did you buy it?
How much did it end up costing?
How much was the salt water option if you decide to get it?
South of Toronto as in Buffalo area or Southern Ontario?
I am south of Toronto and purchased at a pioneer family pools location. Would rather not discuss pricing but was very happy with what I paid. Salt water option I think was an additional 800 to 1000 but do not quote me on that. Looked at jacuzzi as well. Upgrading to the lime light series from hot spot you also get a better warranty. Nicer cabinet, exterior corner lights and it also has 41 jets.
Cheers and thanks!
Mike
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Michael Russell:
Hey Kies,
I think you tried to reply to the thread but it came up blank. If you got a minute I would love your input!
Thanks,
Mike
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--- Quote from: bedpan4u2 on September 05, 2018, 07:17:20 pm ---Thanks Kies1,
Couple questions if you don't mind..
Where did you buy it?
How much did it end up costing?
How much was the salt water option if you decide to get it?
South of Toronto as in Buffalo area or Southern Ontario?
I am south of Toronto and purchased at a pioneer family pools location. Would rather not discuss pricing but was very happy with what I paid. Salt water option I think was an additional 800 to 1000 but do not quote me on that. Looked at jacuzzi as well. Upgrading to the lime light series from hot spot you also get a better warranty. Nicer cabinet, exterior corner lights and it also has 41 jets.
Cheers and thanks!
Mike
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kies1:
Sorry about that,
I am south of Toronto, Southern Ontario and purchased at a pioneer family pools location. Would rather not discuss pricing but was very happy with what I paid. Salt water option I think was an additional 800 to 1000 but do not quote me on that. Looked at Jacuzzi and arctic as well. Upgrading to the lime light series from hot spot you also get a better warranty. Nicer cabinet, exterior corner lights and it also has 41 jets.
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