chez Posted January 19, 2006 Report Posted January 19, 2006 Hi, I'm new to your forum. We are just in the process of buying a spa (signing on the dotted line this weekend) & have done lots of research & thats when I discovered your site. I do have cystic fibrosis & we looked into getting a spa last year but my doctor at the hospital said a blanket no to all spas. (hotels, health clubs etc) They had no data on people who had their own spas & I don't think they realised how chemically clean your own spa is. My sister did go ahead & purchased a large spa & we go in it when we visit her house. I belong to a cf chit chat forum & have asked a question on there but as we live in england & spas are not as popular over here no one has their own spa. I did put a question up on the American cf chat boards & I had 6 replies from people who had no problems with using them. Sorry I have waffled on for a bit there. My question is to all you hot tub experts is what can I do keep my spa germ free. The main germ is pseudomonas which I believe can grow in spas. Any info greatly apreciated. Thank you Chez :-) Quote
Sunbuilt Pools Posted January 19, 2006 Report Posted January 19, 2006 I spoke to my supplier and they say that their non chlorine product will work and control pseudonomas. The system is called Ecosmarte and you can look at it on Ecosmarte.com. It is a copper Ionization system that uses Oxygen as it's oxidizer. They say that as a precaution, anyone who visits a hospital will need to shower prior to entering the tub as this is the main source of pseudonomas. Also anyone using a community spa, pool or steam bath would also need to shower prior to using the unit. Key to ensuring the spa remains safe is keepint the pH and Alkalinity well balanced to ensure the copper is at it's most effective. They have sold 100 or so units to the UK and have referrals from there. I can send you a unit which can be easily installed. The unit would well for $US1095.00 with a $100 shipping charge. I can be reached at 512-731-1620 to discuss or you can get info on-line www.ecosmarte.com. Pat Fitzgerald Sunbuiltpools.com Quote
tony Posted January 19, 2006 Report Posted January 19, 2006 Hi, I'm new to your forum. We are just in the process of buying a spa (signing on the dotted line this weekend) & have done lots of research & thats when I discovered your site. I do have cystic fibrosis & we looked into getting a spa last year but my doctor at the hospital said a blanket no to all spas. (hotels, health clubs etc) They had no data on people who had their own spas & I don't think they realised how chemically clean your own spa is. My sister did go ahead & purchased a large spa & we go in it when we visit her house. I belong to a cf chit chat forum & have asked a question on there but as we live in england & spas are not as popular over here no one has their own spa. I did put a question up on the American cf chat boards & I had 6 replies from people who had no problems with using them. Sorry I have waffled on for a bit there. My question is to all you hot tub experts is what can I do keep my spa germ free. The main germ is pseudomonas which I believe can grow in spas. Any info greatly apreciated. Thank you Chez :-) I've got a nephew with cf so I understand a little about the related issues. The doctors have also said no to hottubs for him, but pools are a big plus. If you decide to buy a spa (or use someone elses), I would be sure it is placed outdoors. An indoor spa would not be good in your situation. The biggest fear for you is "hottub lung" and most cases of this occur in indoor spas. I personally would stay away from any bacteriacides or enzyme type products to keep your water germ free unless accompanied by either dichlor chlorine or bromine. You need a true sanitizer, so a good dichlor or bromine program followed diligently would be best IMO. Go to www.rhtubs.com forum and look for Vermonter's dichlor routine in the FAQ section. It would be a great system for you to follow. Quote
Roger Posted January 20, 2006 Report Posted January 20, 2006 I personally would stay away from any bacteriacides or enzyme type products to keep your water germ free unless accompanied by either dichlor chlorine or bromine. You need a true sanitizer, so a good dichlor or bromine program followed diligently would be best IMO. Go to www.rhtubs.com forum and look for Vermonter's dichlor routine in the FAQ section. It would be a great system for you to follow. I concur with Tony, which seems to happen alot, The only way you will be 100 percent sure all bacteria in your hot tub is dead is by using a true sanitizer and there are only 2 confirmed and recognized sanitizers, chlorine and bromine. Quote
Brulan1 Posted February 2, 2006 Report Posted February 2, 2006 I concur with Tony, which seems to happen alot, The only way you will be 100 percent sure all bacteria in your hot tub is dead is by using a true sanitizer and there are only 2 confirmed and recognized sanitizers, chlorine and bromine. Ionizers, oxidizers are also confirmed Quote
spatech (the unreal one) Posted February 2, 2006 Report Posted February 2, 2006 Ionizers, oxidizers are also confirmed Does that mean they're catholic? Quote
Brulan1 Posted February 2, 2006 Report Posted February 2, 2006 Does that mean they're catholic? Peroxide is also another base used in baquaspa. Quote
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