How do you clean the jets on the tubs?

[floridafam]

I've read here before about a special way to clean the jets on the jacuzzi tubs in the DVC units. I can't find anything about it in a search.

Anyone have any information?

Thanks

 

[dbond]

I don't think there's anything special anyone does. I just usually fill the tub and run the jets without getting in when we first get there to clear the pipes from any stagnent water left over from anyone before me. Then drain the tub and refill.

 

[bobbiwoz]

In the past, others mentioned that they use automatic dishwasher detergent to clean the whirlpools.

 

[Tommy]

I have a Jacuzzi 101 section on my website that talks about cleaning the jets. You might look there. I was told to use automatic dishwasher detergent when I cleaned mine at home.

 

[dianeschlicht]

Our whirlpool came with directions about cleaning, so that is what I do at OKW too.

Put a SMALL amount of auto dish soap in a full tub and run the jets for 5 minutes. Then I put anohter rinse through quick so there isn't any dishwasher soap residue.

 

[sheryl0521]

Silly question, but doesn't housekeeping clean the tubs between guests?

 

[Doctor P]

They don't clean the jets, I wouldn't expect. Even in our own house, we have to clean the jets in between uses if the whirlpool itself hasn't been used in a while. We were told to fill the tub to the top of the jets and then add a cup or so of undiluted bleach to the water and then run the jets to kill any bacteria in the system and clear out the stagnant water. Works well!

 

[DVCLady]

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[Shamus]

Originally posted by Doctor P
They don't clean the jets, I wouldn't expect.

Last year as we checked into VWL (11:00am) we were given our room keys and told that Housekeeping had just made the room "Available". When we got to the room the staff was still there and apologized because they were still "Cleaning the Jacuzzi Jets." As we dropped off our bags I noticed they had a few bottles of cleaner they were spraying into the jets. Not sure what they use or how often but they do clean the jets.

I know when I use my friend’s condo in Vermont for ski trips, he only charges me $200 for the weekend. He says this includes a Jacuzzi cleaning fee which he needs to have done by Law after each tenant, whether it be an outside rental or himself.

So my guess is that Disney does clean the jets between each guest and uses a cleaner that is a standard in the industry.


Shamus

 

[doubletrouble_vb]

I think I'd still clean it anyway...you never know you might get the room of the maid who decided to skip that step despite it being law.

 

[disneychick05]

Some of the newer casinos in Atlantic City , NJ have opted to install sunken bathtubs w/ no jets. I assume this is for all of the sanitary reasons we are talking about. I am looking forward to the whirlpool tub at DVC but I am wondering if the jets will become more of an issue someday at DVC.

 

[dianeschlicht]

Originally posted by doubletrouble_vb
I think I'd still clean it anyway...you never know you might get the room of the maid who decided to skip that step despite it being law.

That is exactly why I do it too!

I do want to alert folks, that just because you see a "scum" that is brown after your bath, does not mean it came from the jets. After sweating in the parks all day, and if you are not used to whilrpooling, this is dead skin cells from your own body. Looks gross, but not to worry.

 

[LIFERBABE]

Last year when remodeling our home I did a lot of research on jetted tubs vs. non jetted, as I really wanted a jet tub.

I went ahead with the jetted tub, but with precautions. I clean my jets monthly circulationg with Clorox. I have yet to see the black particles as I have seen in other places I have stayed (Not at DVC). The dishwasher detergent sounds like a good idea also.

Not trying to scare anyone, but if you see the flaky, scaly, buildup in a jetted tub prior to bathing, you should definitely call housekeeping as those are mold spores that can become airborne and inhaled and cause sickness.

Im not sure how often DVC housekeeping cleans the jet or if the law is applicable in Florida so hopefully someone posts with that info.

There is also a water conservation issue with having to fill a tub for cleaning purposes, so hopefully DVC has addressed this. I fill my tub to the recommended level and turn on the jets to check residue.

I must say that I was surprised (although happily) to see jetted
tubs in DVC Villas, as they are definitely more expensive to maintain.

Another thing I did not know about jetted tubs is that you are not supposed to circulate bath oils or bubbles in them. This causes more residue buildup in the jets. If you use these items, you should cycle through cleaner more often. At home, this could void the Manufacturers warranty.

I'm sure alot of people do this, as what is a luxurious bath without bubbles? Now I take a nice whirlpool bath first and if I want to soak in bubbles I turn off the jets and add bubbles for the soaking part.

Again, Im not sure if the DVC tubs come with any instructions on what to use in the tubs but just wanted to share some interesting info.