The Hot Spring FreshWater Salt System

Looking for better water with less hassle?

Introducing the FreshWater® Salt System by Watkins Wellness, an affordable, simple water care system that eliminates the worry of keeping your spa water clean, clear and sanitized without requiring a drain and refill for 12 months.

You’ll enjoy natural-feeling water with less chemicals and no harsh odors. Plus, you’ll save money and conserve water by reducing water changes!

Better Water, Less Hassle

The FreshWater Salt System is an affordable and easy-to-use water care system that keeps spa water clean and clear for a full year.* A disposable titanium cartridge creates chlorine from salt and gently releases it into the water keeping it clean and ready to use with less work.

Reduced chemical use extends water life and helps it feel soft and natural, so you’ll spend more time enjoying your spa. Combine with a FreshWaterAg+ ® Silver cartridge for the ultimate water care solution.

Available on 2019 Highlife® Collection and Limelight® Collection spas.

The Answer is Simply Long-Lasting Water

water conservation

Water conservation is at the forefront of the FreshWater Salt System innovation story. We all know our water supply is finite—when it’s gone, it’s gone for good.

In some regions of the globe the availability of water is so limited that supplies are tightly governed. In fact, Watkins Wellness believes water will be heavily regulated in the future. The trend toward conservation is here to
stay. We want to do more to remove the stigma of hot tubs as water-wasters.

FreshWater Salt System Answers the Call

How? It preserves spa water for a full year before draining and refilling are required.* And by making salt water more affordable, more spa owners like you can take advantage of this opportunity to conserve.

*Many factors impact the life of the hot tub water, such as bather load and water chemistry. When these factors are accounted for and the spa is properly maintained, the FreshWater Salt System will keep water clean and clear for a full year.

The Answer is Simply the Best Choice in Water Care

Why should I get a FreshWater Salt System?

The FreshWater Salt System removes the day-to-day hassle of keeping spa water clean, clear and sanitized. This is an affordable, simple, and easy to use system that addresses your needs!

How long have chlorine-based salt water systems been used in the pool and spa market?

These systems have been around over 40 years. However, the FreshWater Salt System is unique and the first of its kind with an in-line and disposable design that is easily accessible from the top of the spa. You can change the cartridges without having to drain the spa or call us.

Will other manufacturers or vendors be able to offer the FreshWater Salt System?

The design of the FreshWater Salt System is patent-pending which means no other spa manufacturers or third-party vendors can offer this product.

Is the FreshWater Salt System less irritating?

Hot tub users do say their spa water is much softer (less irritating), and the system was easy to use. Because of this, they used their spa even more than with their previous water care system.

What is the difference between bottled chlorine and chlorine generated by the FreshWater Salt System?

Like bottled chlorine, the chlorine generated by the FreshWater Salt System is sodium hypochlorite. However, bottled (dry) chlorine contains stabilizers like cyanuric acid. When stabilized chlorine is repeatedly added to spa water, the cyanuric acid can accumulate over time and cause the irritation to the skin and eyes typically associated with traditional chlorine water care. With the FreshWater Salt System there are no stabilizing acids added to the water – so the water is softer and more enjoyable.

Will my spa water have a strong chlorine smell?

The FreshWater Salt System cleans the water without creating chlorinated or brominated byproducts. It is these byproducts that ultimately lead to the strong chlorine or bromine smell often associated with traditional spa water care. So, it is less likely you will experience any strong chlorine odor when using the FreshWater Salt System.

Tell Me About the Cartridges

How long will the FreshWater Salt System cartridge last?

The titanium cartridge is designed to last four months. Cartridge life is dependent upon use and on the water being properly balanced and
maintained.

How do you replace the salt system cartridge?

Detailed instructions on how to replace a salt system cartridge can be found on the spa’s control panel or in the FreshWater Salt System owner’s manual.

Press the “Replace Cartridge” button on the control panel and follow the on-screen instructions
Remove the housing cap
Press the button on top of the cartridge and remove the cartridge from the housing
Insert the new cartridge by pressing the button on top of the cartridge and push it into housing
Secure the housing cap
Follow instructions on control panel to complete the installation

Does the salt system cartridge need to be cleaned?

Typically, the salt system cartridge should not require cleaning before it needs to be replaced. However, this is dependent upon spa usage and on the water being properly balanced and maintained. The cartridge can be cleaned if scaling is found on the electrodes with pH down or diluted vinegar.

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