Description
Value-Size Dichlor Chlorine Granules for Season-Long Spa and Hot Tub Care
Leisure Time® Spa 56 Chlorinating Granules are a concentrated dichlor chlorine made specifically for spas and hot tubs. These fast-acting granules sanitize and shock hot water in one product, helping keep your spa clean, clear, and ready to enjoy.
The 5 lb container is the value size for regular hot tub owners. It holds two and a half times as much as the 2 lb size, so you can keep up with routine sanitizing and every-few-weeks superchlorination for longer between reorders.
Sanitizes and Shocks in One Product
Spa 56 does two jobs. A small routine dose maintains a 2 to 3 ppm chlorine residual that controls bacteria and organic contaminants between soaks. A larger dose superchlorinates the water to break down odors, oils, and buildup and to help control algae.
Using the same granules for both steps keeps your hot tub routine simple, with no separate chlorine shock to keep track of.
Concentrated Dichlor Formulated for Hot Water
Spa 56 contains 99% sodium dichloro-s-triazinetrione dihydrate with 56% available chlorine. The fast-dissolving granules are formulated for hot water and are virtually pH neutral, so they sanitize without throwing off your water balance.
Just ½ ounce treats 500 gallons, making Spa 56 an efficient way to keep a chlorine spa in range.
A Bigger Supply for Frequent Hot Tub Use
The 5 lb container holds about 80 ounces of granules, or roughly 160 half-ounce doses for a 500-gallon spa. Actual use depends on spa size, bather load, water temperature, and how often you superchlorinate.
The larger size means fewer reorders through the season, which is especially useful for bigger spas, frequent soakers, and anyone who superchlorinates every two to four weeks.
Key Features and Benefits
- Concentrated dichlor chlorine99% sodium dichloro-s-triazinetrione dihydrate with 56% available chlorine.
- Sanitizes and shocksOne product handles routine chlorination and periodic superchlorination.
- Fast-dissolving granulesFormulated for hot water and dissolves quickly when broadcast over the surface.
- Virtually pH neutralSanitizes without upsetting your water balance.
- Simple dosing½ oz per 500 gallons to reach the 2 to 3 ppm chlorine range.
- EPA-registeredRegistered spa and hot tub sanitizer, EPA Reg. No. 7364-80.
- Value 5 lb sizeAbout 80 oz of granules for longer between reorders.
Product Details
| Product Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Brand | Leisure Time® |
| Product Name | Leisure Time® Spa 56 Chlorinating Granules |
| Package Size | 5 lb (80 oz) |
| Manufacturer SKU | E5 |
| UPC | 785336303314 |
| Product Type | Granular dichlor chlorine sanitizer and shock |
| Active Ingredient | Sodium dichloro-s-triazinetrione dihydrate, 99% |
| Available Chlorine | 56% |
| Form | Fast-dissolving granules |
| Packaging | Bottle |
| Chlorine Type | Stabilized (dichlor); adds cyanuric acid |
| Intended Use | Spas and hot tubs |
| Routine Dose | ½ oz per 500 gallons to reach 2 to 3 ppm |
| Superchlorination Dose | 1 oz per 500 gallons every 2 to 4 weeks |
| Target Chlorine Residual | 2 to 3 ppm |
| Recommended pH | 7.2 to 7.8 |
| Total Alkalinity | 80 to 120 ppm |
| Calcium Hardness | 200 to 400 ppm |
| Maximum Cyanuric Acid | 100 ppm |
| Compatible With | Chlorine sanitizing programs |
| Not For Use With | Bromine or biguanide (non-chlorine) spa systems |
| EPA Registration No. | 7364-80 |
How to Use
- Prepare the water: Clean spa surfaces, rinse or clean the filter, and balance pH to 7.2 to 7.8 and total alkalinity to 80 to 120 ppm.
- Add Spa 56: With the pump running and no one in the spa, broadcast ½ oz per 500 gallons over the water surface.
- Wait and test: Allow at least 5 minutes of mixing, then test. Add another dose if needed until chlorine reads 2 to 3 ppm.
- Maintain: Add daily or as needed to keep a 2 to 3 ppm residual. Test 2 to 3 times per week, and more often after heavy use.
- Superchlorinate: Every 2 to 4 weeks, add 1 oz per 500 gallons to control odors and algae. Resume your routine once chlorine returns to 2 to 3 ppm.
- Enter safely: Do not enter the spa if free chlorine is above 5 ppm.
Important Compatibility and Safety Notes
Compatibility and Water Balance
Spa 56 is a chlorine sanitizer for chlorine-based spa and hot tub programs. Do not use it in a spa treated with bromine or a biguanide (non-chlorine) system. Because dichlor is stabilized, it adds cyanuric acid (CYA) to the water over time. Keep CYA at or below 100 ppm, and drain and refill your spa every 30 to 90 days, or more often with heavy use.
Safety First
Spa 56 is a strong oxidizer. Always add the product to water, never water to the product. Do not mix it with other chemicals, including other spa or pool treatment products, and never pre-mix it in a bucket. Keep the container tightly closed and dry, use only a clean, dry scoop, and store it in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, flame, and children. Wear eye protection and gloves, and always read and follow the full label directions and warnings.
Why Choose Leisure Time Spa 56 5 lb?
Spa 56 combines a concentrated dichlor formula, simple ½-ounce dosing, and sanitize-and-shock versatility in one product. The 5 lb container is the practical way to keep that routine going all season.
Ideal For
- Frequent hot tub users who sanitize often
- Larger spas and heavier bather loads
- Owners who superchlorinate every 2 to 4 weeks
- Buyers who want fewer reorders through the season
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leisure Time Spa 56 used for?
Spa 56 is a granular chlorine sanitizer for spas and hot tubs. It maintains a 2 to 3 ppm chlorine residual for routine sanitizing and can be used at a higher dose to superchlorinate the water.
How much Spa 56 should I add to my hot tub?
Add ½ oz per 500 gallons, wait 5 minutes, and test for 2 to 3 ppm. To superchlorinate, add 1 oz per 500 gallons every 2 to 4 weeks.
Can Spa 56 be used as a hot tub shock?
Yes. The label directs you to superchlorinate every 2 to 4 weeks with 1 oz per 500 gallons to control odors and algae.
Does Spa 56 raise cyanuric acid?
Yes. Spa 56 is dichlor, a stabilized chlorine, so it adds cyanuric acid over time. Keep CYA at or below 100 ppm, and drain and refill your spa every 30 to 90 days.
Can I use Spa 56 with bromine or a non-chlorine sanitizer?
No. Spa 56 is for chlorine-based spa programs. Don't use it in a bromine spa or with biguanide (non-chlorine) sanitizers.
How long should I wait before getting in?
Wait at least 5 minutes after adding Spa 56, then test. Enter only when chlorine reads in range, and never when free chlorine is above 5 ppm.
How long will a 5 lb container last?
The 5 lb container holds about 80 oz, or roughly 160 half-ounce doses for a 500-gallon spa. How long that lasts depends on spa size, bather load, temperature, and how often you superchlorinate.