Vita Spa
Biofilm and Contamination in Plumbing
Spa water has a persistent musty or foul odor even after shocking.
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Possible Causes
Biofilm buildup in plumbing lines and jets, Infrequent water changes, Low sanitizer levels over time, Dirty filters
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Use spa system flush products according to manufacturer instructions and ventilate the area.
- Step 1 – System flush: Add a spa plumbing flush product to the water and run all pumps and jets per product directions to break down biofilm.
- Step 2 – Drain and clean: Drain the Vita Spa completely, wipe down the shell, and clean or replace filters.
- Step 3 – Refill and balance: Refill with fresh water, balance pH and alkalinity, and establish proper sanitizer levels.
- Step 4 – Maintenance: Maintain regular shocking and filter cleaning schedule to prevent recurrence.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
Required Part
Spa System Flush Cleaner
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