How do I lower the chlorine in my hot tub?

We recommend that you allow the sanitizer levels to break down naturally. But if you have to use your hot tub, then you can add sodium thiosulfate to the water. Sodium thiosulfate will break down both chlorine and bromine in your water. This will lower the bromine or chlorine levels fast so you can soak sooner.

Is it safe to go in a hot tub with high chlorine?

No. It’s not safe to get in a hot tub where chlorine levels are above 3 parts per million on your test strip. Levels above that can lead to red, itchy skin & eyes, & respiratory issues. Levels over 5ppm can lead to chlorine poisoning which adds the symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and difficulty breathing.

How can I lower the chlorine in my hot tub?

Scoop out a bucketful of water from your hot tub, then add a bucketful of fresh water. This will lower the overall concentration of chlorine. After you add the fresh water, turn on the jets and let it circulate for 20 minutes. Then, test the water again to see if the chlorine is at a safe level.

How can I reduce the use of chlorine in my Pool?

In addition, facilities that want to reduce their chlorine use can invest in an advanced oxidation pool system that enables pool to more efficiently use chlorine, reducing consumption by 30 percent to 70 percent. In home pools, an advanced oxidation system can enable the pool to be completely chlorine free.

How do you know if you have too much chlorine in your hot tub?

The only way to truly know if you have too much chlorine in your hot tub or spa is to use a test strip on the water. Depending on the readout of your test strip, you will want to add or reduce the amount of chlorine. You should wait at least thirty minutes or so before getting in the hot tub.

How long does it take for chlorine to go down in a pool?

Sunlight might take at least 24 hours to decrease the chlorine levels, depending on how high they were to start with. But if you drain some of your pool water, you can check it as soon as it’s refilled. Sometimes that’s all it takes to do the trick. Should I shock pool if chlorine is high?

How can I neutralize chlorine in a hot tub?

Wait for the chlorine levels to lower on their own if you’re not in a rush. Chlorine levels naturally break down over time.
Replace some of the hot tub water to dilute the chlorine for a faster option.
Use a chlorine neutralizer to lower chlorine levels without replacing any water.
Test the water again before using your hot tub.

Is it safe to go in a hot tub with too much chlorine?

The only way to truly know if you have too much chlorine in your hot tub is to test the water with chlorine test strips. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that chlorine levels be between 1.0 and 3.0 ppm for safe hot tub use.

How much chlorine is dangerous in a hot tub?

It’s not safe to get in a hot tub where chlorine levels are above 3 parts per million on your test strip. Levels above that can lead to red, itchy skin & eyes, & respiratory issues. Levels over 5ppm can lead to chlorine poisoning which adds the symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and difficulty breathing.

How do you lower the bromine level in a hot tub?

By taking the hot tub cover off this allows the bromine/chlorine to evaporate/escape the hot tub and lower levels. If this is not fast enough you can add water to dilute the high bromine/chlorine level. By diluting the water, this will help lower the bromine/chlorine level to the recommended range.