The New Owner's Guide to Sparkling Spa Water (The Bromine Edition)

Welcome to the club! Keeping your spa water crystal clear doesn't have to be a chemistry exam. Since you are using 20g Bromine Tablets, you've chosen a method that is gentle on the skin and highly effective in hot water. Here is your simple roadmap to relaxation.

🚀 Phase 1: The Start-Up

Do this when you first fill your spa or after a water change.

Fill & Circulate:
Fill the spa with fresh clean water. Turn on the circulation pumps and let them run for 1 hour to get things moving.

Balance First:
Before adding sanitiser, you need a solid foundation. Test your water and adjust the pH to between 7.2 – 7.4.

Note: Also check your Alkalinity and Calcium Hardness levels and adjust if necessary (check your test strip bottle for ideal ranges).

The Bromine Boost:
It's time to sanitise.

Dosage: Add 1 Bromine Tablet per 400 Litres of water.

Pro Tip: If your spa holds 1200 Litres, you would start with 3 tablets. This establishes your sanitiser "bank."

📅 Phase 2: Regular Maintenance

The "Set and Forget" Routine.

The Weekly Check:
You don't need to obsess, but consistency is key. At least once per week:

• Test the Water: Dip a test strip. You are looking for a Total Bromine level of 3–5 ppm.
• Feed the Floater: Use a floating dispenser or your spa's inline feeder.
• The Rule: One 20g tablet dissolves gradually. Check the dispenser and add/replace tablets to keep that residual level steady.
• Watch the pH: Keep that pH locked in at 7.2 – 7.4. If the pH drifts, the bromine stops working effectively.

The Weekly Refresh:
Once a week, give your spa a little extra love:

• Shock It: Add a non-bromine shock to "oxidise" the water.
  Why? This burns off dead organic matter (oils, sweat) that the filter missed and reactivates the bromine.
• Rinse Filters: Pop your filters out and give them a good rinse with a hose to keep the water flowing freely.

💡 Phase 3: Pro Tips for Success

Don't Overdo It:
Adjust the opening on your floating dispenser. If your bromine levels are constantly high (above 5 ppm), close the vents slightly. If low, open them up.

Clear Water = Happy Soaker:
Maintaining proper chemistry prevents the two biggest spa killers: Foam and Algae.

📝 Quick Reference Cheat Sheet