Little TLC each day will help you keep the water healthy and your Brass Monkey happy
The PRO RANGE product has a muti-stage filtration system. However it relies on frequent observation to remove any blockages that may affect the flow of water through the cooling system. User load and showering before use will make a big difference to how often you need to clear, backwash or replace the water. Regular checks helps you stay on top of hygiene and take action when required, rather than waiting for an issue to build up.
Check & Clear
How does the water look?
Is it clean and clear or is it noticeably dirty/murky?
Are there debris or foreign objects within the unit?
Is there enough water?
| Do's | Dont's |
| Check and clear the pre filter that sits over the suction hole inside the unit | Don't ignore cleaning the pre filter or skimmer - if this becomes blocked it can reduce the flow water causing inefficient filtration and sanitisation and can cause damage to your unit. |
| Use a spa vac to reach into the water and clean around the pre filter removing any debris. (This keeps the water flowing smoothly and helps to maintain a good flow rate. |
If the water is looking murky you may need to: - Complete and extended back wash and top up water - Clean the scum line - Complete a system flush |
| Once done, move onto cleaning/emptying the skimmer basket (N/A to barrels) | |
| If you do not have a spa vac, drain the water until you can reach the filter and clean with a cloth. Follow steps to top the water back up. |
Clearing the skimmer
If you have a stainless steel skimmer cover plate, remove this by sliding it up and putting it to one side whilst you complete the following steps.
1. Open the door to the skimmer, there is a groove on the door to help pull it open.
When holding the door open do not put excessive pressure on it.
2. Reach into the skimmer and take out the basket
Be mindful that the basket will catch any debris so do not empty this into the water.
3. Rinse the basket until all debris is removed.
4. Open the door the skimmer and replace the basket. The large lip should face the front of the skimmer
If you have a stainless steel skimmer cover plate, replace this by lining it up with the fittings on the bath and sliding it down into place.
Test & Dose
Prior to opening and then every 2 hours (minimum)throughout the day and at the end of the day after completing maintenance. Please check the instructions with your testing kit but as a guide follow the steps outlined.
Step 1 Taking the Sample
- Get the water testing kit, including the dipstick and bottle.
- Attach the bottle to the dipstick and take both to the bath with a thermometer.
- Submerge the bottle 30cm into the water, fill, shake, and rinse it.
- Repeat, but this time hold the blue button on the dipstick to close the bottle while lowering it.
- Release the button to fill the bottle at 30cm depth, then press the button again to seal it before removing.
- Measure the water temperature with the thermometer at the same depth.
- Record water and air temperatures on the Daily Water Quality Test Log
Step 2 Reading the Sample
Follow test kit instructions to measure:
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- Free Chlorine
- Total Chlorine
- Combined Chlorine
- pH
- Record results on the Daily Water Quality Test Log.
Step 3 - Interpret & Action the Results
Enter the clarity of the water under the same heading
- The optimum chlorine level is around 1ppm.
- If below 0.5ppm close the bath to users and increase chlorine levels by adding small amounts at a time - this is best done manually and placed in top of bath in the skimmer.
- When re-testing after dosing, wait 15 mins until the chlorine has fully mixed with the body of water • Test again until you meet the correct level
- Anything above 3ppm is dangerous. Dosing should be stopped immediately and the bath put out of use until the water has been diluted and the re-tested to an acceptable chlorine level.
Back Wash TwistIIClean
| Do's | Dont's |
| Complete a full clean of the TwistIIClean if after backwashing it looks dirty | When turning the TwistIIClean ensure you don't twist too far, the red can get caught and break |
| Allow 1 hour before the bath is used after backwashing | |
| Always Ensure the red tag is positioned up before twisting to open or close the backwash |
For models shipped before March 2024 see guide here
How to complete the TwistIIClean backwash
- Activate BACKWASH MODE - (Press and hold the down arrow on control panel)
- Open FILL TAP, Bring water level up to TOP OF SKIMMER (Or TOP OF BARREL)
- On top of TwistIIclean, PULL UP RED TAG AND TURN to flush , Wait until water level at MIDDLE OF SKIMMER (Or 20cm from top of barrel) *make sure you don’t turn too far or the red tag will break.
- CHECK all debris fully removed from filter. Repeat flush or remove twist to clean filter & clean as required (see instructions for removal & clean)
- Exit BACKWASH MODE (Press and hold the down arrow on control panel)
- CHECK the bath is running: Light illuminated and water flowing
If you notice the filter is consistently dirty you may need to
- Increase backwashing length/frequency.
- Check users are showering before use
Water Top Up
Throughout the day as required and after washing.
- Activate Maintenance Mode - (Press and hold the spanner on the control panel for 3 seconds)
- Open FILL TAP, Bring water level up to the middle of the skimmer (Or 20cm from the top of the barrel)
- Exit Maintenance Mode (Press and hold the spanner on the control panel for 3 seconds)
- Check the bath/barrel is running.
End of Day Wipe Down
- The bath should be cleaned daily with chlorinated water (100mg/l). This should include the top deck and the step. After being wiped down they should then be dried.
- Clean around the waterline using product such as sodium bicarbonate which can help to remove body fat around the waterline.