BEAR FACTS Vol. 5 Swimming Pool Heaters

Ever wish you could enjoy your swimming pool a few months more? Well you can! All you need to do is supply your system with a heater. Keep in mind, there are additional costs to maintaining the temperature of your pool. If you do decide to go this route, it is important for you to…

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BEAR FACTS Vol 4 Health Benefits Of A Hot Tub

There are three factors at work in your hot tub: heat, buoyancy and massage. Together, they create natural healing powers and health benefits discovered by the ancient Greeks years ago. The Romans, Greeks, Japanese and other cultures have recognized the many benefits of this relaxing and rejuvenating experience to mind and body. From simply unwinding…

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BEAR FACTS Vol 3 Hot Tub Start-Up Instructions For Bromine or Chlorine

Spa Start-Up: Brominating Concentrate First Time Start-Up Fill your spa with water. If the make-up water is from a well or other     nonmunicipal source, testing prior to filling is recommended. Super-oxidize the spa with Brominating Concentrate with spa circulation system    turned on. Run all pumps at least one cycle. Operate the spa circulation system…

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BEAR FACTS vol 2-8: Importance Of Water Balance For Winter

Pool closing time is usually a sad time of year.  The weather is getting cold, the leaves are changing color and the warm memories of summertime fun are fading away.  This is not usually the time of year that people like to think about their swimming pools, but this is really the most important time…

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BEAR FACTS Vol 2-6: Coudy Waters

Winters over and you’ve opened your pool. You added all the chemicals and the water is still not sparkling blue. Cloudy water can be frustrating when all you wanted was to look out and see sparkling water. I will give you a few tips to clear up your cloudy water. Instructions Step 1 The first…

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BEAR FACTS Vol 2 Hot Tub Covers And Taking Care For Them

The Basics Vinyl hot tub covers typically are treated with UV, cold crack, and mildew inhibitors.  These treatments help preserve the life of hot tub covers at the same time the cover preserves the life of your spa. Deterring mold is a very important part in protecting the life of hot tub covers because mold…

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BEAR FACTS Vol 1 Cleaning A Hot Cartridge

Cartridge Cleaning Instructions for Bromine & Chlorine Users QUESTION: When should a cartridge element be cleaned? ANSWER:For spas, establish a routine cartridge cleaning schedule based on the amount of spa usage.  We recommend a rotation pattern, moving the cartridges clockwise every week or two. Start by setting your routine. My hot tub has 3 cartridges, I…

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