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Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: TALKCalgary.com on June 21, 2005, 01:02:01 am

Title: Not Recommended as Sanitizers ???
Post by: TALKCalgary.com on June 21, 2005, 01:02:01 am

Good evening learned hot tub dwellers!

Does one know why Sodium Hypochloride (liquid) or
Calcium Hypochloride (granular) are not recommended for use in hot tubs?

Title: Re: Not Recommended as Sanitizers ???
Post by: Wisoki on June 21, 2005, 10:55:47 am

They both can etch the acrylic surface if your spa. Notice I said "can" not will. Also, the liquid being heavier than the water will settle and be drawn directly into the pumps when activated causing premature failure. Yeah, I know, you will only add it with the jets on. For the first 6 months to a year. After that, you'll think to hell with it I gotta get to work and just toss the stuff in. Eliminate that eventuality and use the prescribed chemicals.

Title: Re: Not Recommended as Sanitizers ???
Post by: HotTubMan on June 21, 2005, 10:59:00 am

Sodium Hypochloride also is made from SALT. Salt is not good for jets (with bearings) or heaters.