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My
Spa trips breaker.
Many
things can cause a Spa to trip the breaker (heater, pump,
circuit board etc.). It is an electrical short. The problem
could even be the wiring out to the Spa.
Call
616-334-251 for assistance.
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How
long until I receive my cover after it's ordered?
The typical delivery time is two to four weeks
after time of order.
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Do
you keep covers in stock to order from?
Rarely. There are hundreds of different shapes
and sizes of hot tubs in existence today. Cost and storage
space make stocking covers impossible.
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Can
I just replace the foam in my existing cover?
The
answer is don’t, but it can be done. The problem is
expense! It's critical that the foam core be exactly the correct
size. Too large and it won't
fit, too small and the outer vinyl will wrinkle and sag.
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Can
I replace only the outer covering on my existing cover?
Just like trying to replace the foam, replacing just the
vinyl outer covering usually isn't cost effective. The additional
work involved to make a proper fitting vinyl covering could
cost as much or more than a
complete new spa cover.
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How long should I expect a spa cover to last?
The life-span of a spa cover is dependant upon
many different things. How much sunlight it gets, how well
it's cared for or abused, how extreme weather conditions are
and how the chemicals in the spa are dealt with all have an
effect on life-span. Generally though, if reasonably cared
for a spa cover should last five to eight years.
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What
can I do to extend the life of my spa cover?
Keep it clean. The main factors in spa cover
deterioration are sunlight, dirt, and acid rain. A small amount
of general care and maintenance can help extend the life of
any spa cover. Do not over sanitize the water, and remove
the cover when shocking. These are the most important things.
Periodically cleaning (mild soap and water), treating and
protecting the outer vinyl from the elements is the next important
thing. We recommend 303 Protectant® because
it is the best product of its kind, and is also Earth friendly.
Regular use of 303 Protectant® will keep
the vinyl supple, prevent cracking and fading, and seal out
damaging moisture. Don't forget to clean and treat the inside
surfaces of your cover as well-- this is very important. Avoid
any petroleum or silicone based
products that claim to condition vinyl. They actually do more
harm than good. Remove excessive snow to prevent the cover
from sagging and possibly breaking. Never sit of stand on
a spa cover.
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Why
do covers get so heavy as they get older?
The
foam that a cover's cores is made of is called Expanded Polystyrene
and is made of small beads that are expanded with steam. The
individual "beads" are waterproof! However, water
can saturate between the beads. The most obvious cause of
water absorption would be a small hole punctured through the
cover. Even the smallest hole will allow a large amount of
water to enter the foam over time. The most common cause of
water absorption is the "natural degradation of the polyethylene".
Over time, chlorine, bromine, non-chlorine shock and ozone
will break down the polyethylene causing it to become porous.
It will become
porous enough to allow evaporation and steam to penetrate
through it. It WILL NOT be porous enough to allow the steam
that has condensed back into water to drip back out.
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How do I measure for my new cover?
See
Cover Templates.
When
measuring your spa for a new cover, remember:
it has to be LARGE enough to fit! When in
doubt, a slightly oversized cover will fit fine.
A slightly undersized cover WILL NOT! Measure
your SPA and not your old cover.
Covers can be made in one of two styles. The most popular
style is to cover only the shell (note: STANDARD
skirt depth may not be ideal because it may lay on the cabinet
causing it to not seal properly). The second Style is to have
the cover extend far enough out to also cover the outside
of the cabinet.
There is no difference in spa cover performance either way.
Always specify hinge direction. Also note where STANDARD
latch straps will end up. STANDARD straps
are 9"or less and come with locks. (Please specify for
anything but 9").
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