Q&A for How to Clean a Jetted Tub

It may do the job, but scrub it thoroughly to be sure it is clean.

Yes, as you drain your tub, a small amount of water is left in the piping of the jets. As the water in the piping evaporates, it leaves deposits that creates mold.

You need to used a jetted tub cleaner to remove harmful contamination inside the plumbing lines. Even if you don't use the jets, water drains back into the lines and is a perfect breeding ground for bacteria.

You can find several good jetted tub cleaners on Amazon. These cleaners are designed to remove this type of contamination. Older tubs may take several cleanings since the old contamination may come off in layers and is more difficult to remove.

You can get it at pool stores, places that sell hot tubs, or places like Home Depot or Lowe's.

Try a toilet cleaner brand that is made for general use. Or use a scrub and a solution to scrub it off.

Bleach and a toothbrush. Then rinse with cold water. Wear something to protect your skin, and most importantly your eyes.

As long as the chemicals are friendly to rubber O-rings, all is OK. The pump has sealing O-rings, as well as the individual jets.

Probably not. You might want to check on the pressure pump, as it might be spinning a bearing or locked up on something. Piercing sounds warrant immediate investigation!

You can use liquid dish detergent instead of powdered. Just use about half the amount.

Refer to your manufacturer's instructions. If there are no instructions for taking them apart, then it is not a good idea to attempt on your own. You could have a professional jet tub repair company take them apart to clean them.

You can use about 2 tbsp of liquid, non-foamy dish detergent instead of powder.

You should only use vinegar or bleach with the dish detergent for cleaning and disinfecting a jetted tub.

You could Google Jason jetted tub replacement parts to see if you can find the replacement parts on the company's website or another site.