Aqua Pulse Spas regency designer User manual

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Regency Designer Spa
USER MANUAL

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CONTENTS
Important safety instructions ....................................................................................................... 3
Warnings .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Hypothermia .................................................................................................................................... 4
Information to assist you locating the spa ................................................................................. 4
Outdoor locations ............................................................................................................................. 4
Location considerations ................................................................................................................... 4
Spa base .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Water supply…. ............................................................................................................................... 5
Electrical safety ................................................................................................................................ 5
Electrical installation .................................................................................................................... 5
Electrical connection point location ...................................................................................................6
Warnings ...........................................................................................................................................
Important usage warnings –Non warranty faults ..............................................................................7
Water treatment ................................................................................................................................7
Filling your spa with water –avoidingair locks ...................................................................................7
Filters ............................................................................................................................................... 8
How to remove your spas filters ...................................................................................................8
Hardcover use ………........................................................................................................................8
Caring for Alloy Panels……………… ................................................................................................9
Empty spa warning ............................................................................................................................9
Using the drain –Draining the spa................................................................................................9
Turning jets on & off ……………………………………………………………….……………………......9
Waterfall control handle –Air control handles –Main diverter –Aromatherapy control handle........9
My spa is too hot in summer …………………………………………….….………….….…………..…..9
Operating your Regency Spa……………………………..……………………………………......11-39
Aqua Pulse Spas warranty..................................................................................................... 40-42
Regency Warranty card ................................................................................................................. 43

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Your physiological response to hot water is very subjective and depends on your age, health and medical
history. If you don’t know your tolerance to hot water or experience dizziness, headaches or nausea you
should exit the spa immediately and cool down.
WARNINGS
Children in and around the spa should be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.
1. Use caution when entering or exiting the spa, where practical install a safety grab bar or handrail
and set of stairs with non-slip tape on the stair treads (cease use of the stairs immediately if the
grip tape is not in tact). Turn off all the jets before entering or exiting the spa to improve visibility
while entering or exiting the spa. Remember that wet surfaces can be slippery.
2. Do not allow anyone to submerge their head under the water.
3. Do not use the spa unless all suction guards are installed to prevent body and hair entrapment.
Do not sit in front of or on top of the suction fittings or skimmer. This will obstruct proper
circulation of the water and may result in personal injury.
4. Never operate the spa pumps without having all suction and return lines open.
5. Always keep the hardcover installed and locked when the spa is not in use.
6. Never allow anyone to sit or stand on the hardcover.
7. People using medications and or having any adverse medical history should consult a physician
before using the spa.
8. People with infectious diseases should not use the spa.
9. Do not use the spa if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
10. Do not consume alcohol or drugs while using the spa.
11. Pregnant women should consult a physician before using the spa.
12. As prolonged immersion in water temperatures in excess of 38°C (100°F) may damage your
health, we recommend measuring the water temperature with an accurate thermometer before
entering the spa. We also recommend establishing lower temperatures and shorter periods of
use for users who may be affected by hot water temperature.
13. In order to avoid the possibility of hyperthermia (heat stress) occurring it is recommended that
the average temperature of spa-pool water should not exceed 38°.
14. Do not use the spa immediately following strenuous exercise.
15. You must use a Licenced Electrical Contractor to connect the spa to power.
16. The power should be supplied through a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual
operating current not exceeding 32mA.
17. If your power supply cable is damaged switch the spa off at the residual current device inside
your houses meter box, contact a Licenced Electrical Contractor to replace the cable.
18. Live parts and connections must be inaccessible to any person in the spa.
19. Earthed appliances must be permanently connected to fixed wiring.
20. Do not permit or use electric appliances (such as lighting, telephone, radios, televisions etc.)
within 2 meters of the spa, unless the appliance is rated at 12VDC or less.
21. Parts incorporating electrical components except remote control devices must be located or
fixed so that they cannot fall into the spa.
22. Test the GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) or residual current device (RCD) monthly.
23. If water is leaking from the spa stop using the spa and turn it off at the RCD in the meter box
until a qualified technician has resolved the problem.
24. Do not leave the spa empty for any period of time, this can cause terminal damage to the spa.
25. Post emergency phone numbers for Police, Fire Department and Ambulance at the nearest
phone.
26. Install a CPR Resuscitation chart within easy view of the spa.
27. Check with your local council to see if you require a building & fencing permit for your spa.

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HYPERTHERMIA
Since your spa can be set to reach temperatures of 40°C (104°F) users should be aware that extended
submersion in water that exceeds normal body temperature can lead to hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs
when the internal temperature of the body reaches several degrees above the normal body temperature of
37°C (98.6°F). The symptoms of hyperthermia include drowsiness, lethargy and an increase in the internal
temperature of the body. The effects of hyperthermia include:
1. Unawareness of impending hazard
2. Failure to perceive heat
3. Failure to recognize the need to exit the spa
4. Physical inability to exit the spa
5. Foetal damage in pregnant woman
6. Unconsciousness resulting in the danger of drowning
If you feel any of the symptoms of hyperthermia safely exit the spa immediately. Please note that the use of
Alcohol, Drugs or Medication can significantly increase the risk of Hyperthermia.
INFORMATION TO ASSIST YOU LOCATING THE SPA
The following information will assist you in choosing the right location for your spa. When making your
decision always remember that spas can be enjoyed all year round, indoors or out regardless of the climate.
Many spa owners report that their favourite seasons are the cooler winter months while others enjoy using
their spa in the warmer summer months.
OUTDOOR LOCATIONS
For a variety of reasons outdoor locations are a far more popular choice, some of the reasons include:
Limited indoor space
Delivery complications due to door openings, stairwells etc.
Desire for an outdoor entertainment area
The spa is being installed adjacent to an existing or planned swimming pool
Concerns over splashing water inside the home.
For those who choose an outdoor location, spa operating temperatures can be adjustedto match the season.
In colder months many owners will operate their spa in the range of 36-38°C. During warmer months an
operating temperature of 26-28°C will provide a refreshing retreat.
LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS
Contact your local council to determine if a building permit is necessary and for information on applicable
bylaws (distance from property lines, buildings, fencing requirements etc.). If you are doing any
excavating contact Dial before You Dig on 1100 to ensure that there are no underground lines.
Locate the spawhere possible within close distance of a door tothe house, this will maximize potential winter
use. Ensure that your pumps, controls, drain-valve and thermal probe are easily accessible and protected.
If possible, locate the spa where you will enjoy some privacy. If this is not possible a partial privacy or wind
partition or proper placement of the optional cover lifter should provide adequate privacy.
Make sure your spa is positioned so that access to the equipment compartment and side panels will not
be blocked. Blocking access to any side panel on the spa will render the spa unserviceable.

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SPA BASE
Your spa needs a good solid foundation supporting the whole base of the spa. The foundation on which
your spa sits must be able to support the weight of the spa the water in it and the weight of its users. If
the foundation is inadequate the spa may shift, this will cause stress to the shell which may lead to the
shell cracking. Damage caused by an inadequate or improper foundation is not covered under warranty.
It is the responsibility of the spa owner to provide a proper foundation for the spa. A spa containing both
water and people is extremely heavy, if you are installing the spa onto decking or any other elevated
structure you must consult a structural engineer to ensure that the structure will support the weight of the
spa. Ideally the spa should be installed onto a concrete base at least 4” thick with reinforcing steel inside
the slab. If you are installing your spaindoors ensure that your choice offlooring is impermeable to water.
Ensure that water drains away from the spa protecting the cabinet and electrical components from water
damage. Do not place any item underneath the spas base to level the spa this will cause stress to the
shell which may lead to the shell cracking. Damage caused by packing under the spas fibreglass base
is not covered under warranty.
WATER SUPPLY
Spas do not require a permanent water supply however there must be a water supply and hose within reach
in order to fill the spa. A hose is also usedfor emptying the spa via the bottom drain or by using a submersible
pump if the bottom drain is not accessible.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Do not place your spa within 3 metres of overhead power lines.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
You will need a suitable electrical supply to run the spa.
The Regency Spa requires a 32Amp Power Connection. Your Licenced Electrical Contractor must hardwire
the spa straight to the meter box in your house.
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS REQUIRE YOUR LICENCED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR TO
INSTALL THE APPROPRIATE SIZED RCD IN THE HOUSES METER BOX.
It is the responsibility of your Licenced Electrical Contractor toensure the Residual Current Devise is installed
at the correct mA required by the law.
When appointing an electrician to prepare your spas electrics check that they are suitably qualified and
licenced to do so. Do not attempt to install the spas electrics yourself if you are not a fully Licenced Electrical
Contractor. The spa must be wired on its own fused circuit back to your household meter box. The spa should
not be sharing power supply with any other appliances.
If your spa is being hardwired, we recommend you install a Rotary Isolation Switch so that the spa can be
isolated from the power supply in an emergency or for service work. This is simply a rotary on/off switch but
should be sited more than 2 metres away from the spa so that users cannot be in the spa whilst operating
the switch.

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3 Pin Plug Not Allowed Rotary Isolation Switch
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION POINT LOCATION
If you have chosento hardwire the spa your Licenced Electrical Contractor will locate the electrical connection
point here, remove the cabinet panel directly underneath the spas touch pad.
To Remove the panel, pull lightly on the right hand corner of the spa panel, once you feel the clip come away
move to the centre of the spa and do the same, then repeat to the left hand side of the panel.
Now grab the panel from the centre and lift upwards which will remove the panel from the spa.
To Re-Fit the panel, reverse the steps above.

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IMPORTANT USAGE WARNINGS –NON WARRANTY FAULTS
Spas are extremely delicate products and require regular maintenance. Below we will list a number of
common causes of problems which are not covered under warranty. Should we ever need to visit you to
repair your spa you will be charged the full cost of a repair if we found that the cause was the result of
poor maintenance or customer negligence. Paying full attention to the issues below will help to reduce the
risk of damage to your spa.
WATER TREATMENT
One of the most crucial aspects of spa maintenance is water treatment. Improper water balance of
Lithium, Peroxide, pH, Alkalinity or Calcium will cause damage to the spa surface, pumps, jets, heaters,
headrests and fittings. If we find improper water balance in your spa, these parts will not be covered under
warranty.
Please note that your spas headrest and filter box face are sensitive to chemical exposure and will
discolour immediately if you over sanitize the water or allow them to float in the water, this will not be
covered under warranty. Do not clean the spas headrests or filter box face with the spas water only use
fresh tap water to clean the headrests and filter box faces. If you are sanitizing the spa on a once a week
program it is recommended to remove the spas headrest on the day you sanitize the spa and replace
them a day later to avoid over exposure to your sanitiser. Different chemical packs have different methods
of caring for the water. You will need to refer to the user guide that came which your chosen chemical
pack for exact details on how to treat your water. We recommend that you have the spa water tested
weekly at a Pool & Spa Store to gain accurate results of the water chemistry. Use the results to go home
and balance your spas water from the user guide supplied with your chemical pack. DO NOT FOLLOW
THE POOL OR SPA STORES RECCOMENDATIONS ON BALANCING THE WATER AS THEY WILL
NOT BE SUPPLING YOU WITH THE REQUIRED CHEMICAL LEVELS FOR YOUR SPA. Test history
should be kept as a reference as the test history will be required in the event of a warranty claim. It is a
requirement of the Warranty Terms to keep a printed monthly test result of the water chemistry from a
professional pool & spa store. Your warranty will be made void if you cannot show the results of monthly
water chemistry history printed from a recognisable professional Pool & Spa Store.
USE OF BROMINE TABLETS or BIGUANIDE WILL VOID YOUR SPAS WARRANTY.
FILLING YOUR SPA WITH WATER –AVOIDING AIR
LOCKS
The correct way to fill your spa with water is to remove the
spas filters and place your hose inside the filter box. Be
sure to remove the fitting off the hose to prevent it from
falling into the spas plumbing. Placing the hose inside the spas main seating area may cause a build-up of
air inside the plumbing creating an air lock. Air locks can cause damage to the spas pumps and heater.
Damaged caused by an air lock will not be covered under warranty. To avoid this problem ensure you fill
up the spa through the filter box. You can tell if you have an air lock by turning on the pumps, if no water
appears to circulate through the system it is very likely that you have an air lock. To resolve this problem,
loosen the unions at the side of the suction end of the pump until water begins to flow through.
Alternatively contact the store of purchase for advice on other ways to remove an air lock.
Note: Please ensure the drain fitting is closed before filling the spa, see instructions on page 9 for how to
use the drain fitting and page 8 for how to remove the spas filters.

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FILTERS
Before you use the spa, please make sure the plastic wrap has been removed from the filters.
Poor filter conditions are one of the biggest causes of faults that are not covered under warranty. Poor filter
conditions allow particles to roam in the spas water. These tiny particles can cause damage to the spas
components. One of the first things our technician will check when visiting your spa is the condition of your
filters. If we find your filters are in poor condition your repair will not be covered under warranty.
We recommend that you soak your spas filters in filter cleaner every week. You should also replace your spas
filters every 12 months. It is advised to purchase a spare set of filters at the time of ordering your spa and
alternate between the two sets each week to make the cleaning process easier. Only soak the filters in the
recommended Filter Cleaner.
HOW TO REMOVE YOUR SPAS FILTERS
WARNING:
Remove theflat head screw in the filter boxface and dispose of it. Do not reinstall
the screw.
1. Lift the face plate off the filter box vertically until it separates away from the
filter box.
2. Remove the leaf catcher by sliding it horizontally towards the centre of the
spa.
3. You will see the filters inside the filter box, to remove them turn the handle on the top of the filter anti-
clockwise until you can lift the filter out of the filter box.
4. To reinstall the filters, reverse these steps.
Do not overtighten the filters, they only need to be lightly screwed in. Overtightening the filters will break the
filter and is not covered under warranty.
HARDCOVER USE
Your spas hardcover must be on the spa when not is not in use. Leaving the cover off exposes your spa to the
elements which can cause damage to the spas acrylic and fittings, it also allows leaves, dust etc. to enter your
spa. Debris in the spa can cause blockages or damage to the equipment, if our technician finds items such as
leaves or dirt inside your spa your repair will not be covered under warranty.

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CARING FOR ALLOY CABINETS
Do not use any chemicals to clean your alloy cabinet. The best way to clean your cabinet is to regularly wipe
it down with a micro fibre cloth and fresh water. Where possible try to keep the cabinet from being exposed to
the sun as this can cause colour fade in the cabinet and can also cause the cabinet to shrink if exposed to
extreme heat. Fading and shrinking of the cabinet are not covered under warranty.
EMPTY SPA WARNING
Your hardcover must always be on the spa when not in use, and the spa must always be filled with water. An
empty spa on a hot day will cause melting, crazing, discolouration and blistering in the spas acrylic and fittings.
This can happen within 10 minutes of the spa being emptied. Your warranty will be made void if you leave the
spa empty for any period of time.
USING THE DRAIN
When the drain fitting is pushed in, the drain is closed. When the drain fitting is pulled fully away from the
fibreglass base the drain is also closed, which allows you to install the supplied hose connection. When the
drain is pushed half way between both closed positions, it will open and start to drain the water.
DRAINING THE SPA
NOTE: When planning on draining the spa, make sure you refill and reinstall the
hardcover straight away, the spa must always be filled with water. An empty spa
on a hot day will cause melting, crazing, discolouration and blistering in the spas
acrylic and fittings. This can happen within 10 minutes of the spa being emptied.
Your warranty will be made void if you leave the spa empty for any period of time.
1. Attach the supplied hose fitting.
2. Connect your garden hose.
3. Put the drain fitting half way between the two closed positions.
4. When finished draining the spa push the drain fitting back in.
TURNING JETS ON & OFF
The larger jets in your spa can be turned on or off. Turning the jet face clockwise will turn the jet on which will
allow the water to flow through the jet. Turning the jet face anticlockwise will turn the jet off stopping the water
from flowing through the jet. The smaller jets in your spa can not be turned on and off, they will always remain
on.
WATERFALL CONTROL HANDLE
Your waterfall control handle is the small black handle nearest to your spas digital touch pad. To turn on your
waterfall turn the waterfall control handle clockwise and turn on any pump. To turn off the waterfall turn off all
pumps and turn the handle anticlockwise. This handle only needs to be lightly turned when controlling the
waterfall, turning this handle too far either way will cause it to break and will not be covered under warranty.
Keep the waterfall handle in the off position when your hardcover is on.
MY SPA IS TOO HOT IN SUMMER, THE TEMPERATURE OF THE WATER IS HIGHER THAN I HAVE SET
During summer there may be times when the spas water
exceeds the set temperature. This is not a fault in the spa it is simply the ambient air temperature causing
this. To combat this problem, you can use ice to cool down the water

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BALBOA TOUCHPAD INDEX
Main Screen………………………………………..........................……………..................................12-13
Set Temperature………………….……………………………………………………………………………14
Spa Screen………………….……………………………………………………………………………........15
Common Button..……………..…………………………..………………...…………………………..…16-17
Setting Screen………………………………………………….……………………………………….….18-19
Fill it up!................................................................................................................................................20
Spa Behaviour………………………………………………….…………………………….………….…21-22
Adjusting Filtration………………….…………………………………………….……………………………24
Additional Setting………………….…………………….……………………………………………………..24
Auxiliary Panel(s)……………………….……………….……………………………………………….........24
Restricting Operation & Phone Control Configuration ………………………………………………...25-26
Scenes …………..........................……………………………………………………………………………27
Additional Settings……………………......................................………………………………………..28-29
Information ………………….……………………………………………………………………………........30
Utilities………………………………….……………………………………………………………………….31
General Messages ………………...........................................……………….……………………………32
Heat-Related Messages……………………………………………………….……………………………...33
Sensor-Related Messages ………………..................................................................…………………..34
Miscellaneous Messages………......................…………………………………….……………………….34
System Related Messages…………………………………………………….....…………………………..35
Reminder Messages…………………………………............................................…………………..…...36
BP1500 TECH Sheet Reminder Messages………....………………………………………….…………..37

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SpaTouch Menued Control Panel
Balboa Water Group BP Series Systems
User Interface and Programming Reference
The spaTouch™ menued panel is compatible with all BP systems that already support the TP800 and/or
the TP900. If this panel is used with a system that supports only the TP400 and/or TP600, many screens
will work correctly, but the spa screen will not display correctly and may not control all of your equipment.

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The Main Screen
Spa Status
Important information about spa operation can be seen on the Main Screen.
Most features, including Set Temperature adjustment, can be accessed from this screen.
The actual water temperature and Set Temperature can be seen, and the Set Temperature can be adjusted
(see page 4).
Time-of-Day, Ozone and Filter status is available, along with other messages and alerts.
The selected Temperature Range is indicated in the upper right corner.
The Jets Icon in the center will spin if any pump is running and changes color when the
heater is on. A Lock icon is visible if the panel or settings are locked.
The Menu choices on the right can be selected and the screen will change to show more detailed controls
or programming
functions.
Note: After 30 minutes the display will automatically go into sleep mode, which turns the display off. This is normal
operation. Touch anywhere on the screen to wake the panel up.
Set: 104°F
PM
8:32
Ozone
Filter 1
Spa
Scenes
Settings
High Range
°F
102
Ready in Rest Mode
Heating

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The Main Screen
Navigation
Navigating the entire menu structure is done by touching the screen.
When a text item is shown in white on the main screen, it is selectable.
The menu selections on the right side of the screen can be selected. Select one of
these to enter a different screen with additional controls.
Most menu screens time out and revert to the main screen after 30 seconds of no activity.
The only item that can be changed on the left side of the Main Screen is the Set Temperature.
Touch either the set temperature line or the water temperature to go to the Set Temperature
screen. See next page.
Messages
At the bottom of the screen, messages may appear at various times. Some of these messages must be
dismissed by the user (see pages 22-26).
Set:
104
°F
8:32
PM
Ozone
Filter 1
Spa
Scenes
Settings
High Range
102
°F
Ready in Rest Mode
Heating

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Press Inc or Dec to modify the Set Temperature. The Set Temperature changes immediately. Press
Back to return to the Main Screen.
If you need to switch between high range and low range, you need to go to the Settings Screen.
Press-and-Hold
If the Up or Down button is pressed and held, the temperature will continue to change until the button
is released, or the Temperature Range limits are reached.
The Set Temperature Screen
Set:
Set Temperature
101
°F
High Range
Set Temperature

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The Spa Screen
All Equipment Access
The Spa Screen shows all available equipment to control, as well as other features, like Invert. The display
shows icons that are related to the equipment installed on a particular spa model, so this screen may
change depending on the installation.
The icon buttons are used to select and control individual devices.
Some devices, like pumps, may have more than one ON state, so the icon will change to reflect the state
that the equipment is in. Below are some examples of 2-speed Pump indicators.
Jets Off Jets Low Jets High
If the Spa has a Circ Pump, a Circ Pump Icon will appear to indicate its activity, but outside of Priming
Mode, the Circ Pump cannot be controlled directly.
NOTE: The icon for the pump that is associated with the heater (Circ or P1 Low) will have a red glow in the
center when the heater is running.

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Common Buttons
Exiting Screens
When you see both of these buttons, whether they are labelled or not, they always mean Save
and Cancel. They appear on most editing screens once you have changed the value on that
screen.
If the screen times out due to no activity it will act like Cancel.
When you see only this button, whether it is labelled or not, it means Back or Exit. It appears on editing
screens before you have changed any value, as well as on all other screens.
Back
Back
Time of Day
2
:
00
PM
10:
05
PM
12
HR
Time of Day
2
:
00
PM
10:
05
PM
12
HR
Time of Day
12
:
00
PM
12
HR
Time of Day
12
:
00
PM
12
HR

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Page Up/Down
If an Up or Down button is shown and pressed when in a Menu List, the list can be scrolled a page
at a time. The scroll bar on the right side of the screen indicates the relative position of the page.
Values Increment/Decrement
If an Up or Down button is shown and pressed when on an editing page, and a value has been selected
(highlighted), the value can be incremented by pressing the up arrow or decremented by pressing the
down arrow.
Selected Value
Settings
Temp Range
Heat Mode
Time of Day
Filter Cycles
Light Cycle
Invert Panel
Lock
High
Ready
Normal
Time of Day
12
HR
10
:
05
PM

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The Settings Screen
Programming, Etc.
The Settings Screen is where all programming and other spa behaviours are controlled.
This screen has several features that can be acted on directly. These features may include Temp Range,
Heat Mode, Hold, and Invert Panel. When one of these items is selected, it will toggle between two settings.
All other menu items (with an arrow pointing to the right) go to another level in the menu.
Dual Temperature Ranges (High vs. Low)
This system incorporates two temperature range settings with independent set temperatures. The specific
range can be selected on the Settings screen and is visible on the Main Screen in the upper right corner
of the display.
These ranges can be used for various reasons, with a common use being a “ready to use” setting vs. a
“vacation” setting. Each range maintains its own set temperature as programmed by the user. This way,
when a range is chosen, the spa will heat to the set temperature associated with that range.
High Range can be set between 80°F and 104°F.
Low Range can be set between 50°F and 99°F.
More specific Temp Ranges may be determined by the Manufacturer.
Freeze Protection is active in either range.
Heat Mode –Ready vs. Rest
In order for the spa to heat, a pump needs to circulate water through the heater. The pump that performs
this function is known as the “heater pump.”
The heater pump can be either a 2-speed pump (Pump 1) or a circulation pump.
If the heater pump is a 2-Speed Pump 1, Ready Mode will circulate water every 1/2 hour, using Pump 1
Low, in order to maintain a constant water temperature, heat as needed, and refresh the temperature
display. This is known as “polling.” Rest Mode will only allow heating during programmed filter cycles. Since
polling does not occur, the temperature display may not show a current temperature until the heater pump
has been running for a minute or two.
When the heater pump has come on automatically (for example for heating) you can switch between low
speed and high speed but you cannot turn the heater pump off.
Circulation Mode (See Page 11, under Pumps, for other circulation modes)
If the spa is configured for 24HR circulation, the heater pump generally runs continuously. Since the heater
pump is always running, the spa will maintain set temperature and heat as needed in Ready Mode, without
polling.
In Rest Mode, the spa will only heat to set temperature during programmed filter times, even though the
water is being filtered constantly when in 24HR circulation mode.
Settings
Temp Range
Heat Mode
Time of Day
Filter Cycles
Light Cycle
Invert Panel
Lock
High
Ready
Normal

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Ready-in-Rest Mode
Ready in Rest Mode appears in the display if the spa is in Rest Mode and the Jets 1 Button is pressed.
When the heater pump has come on automatically (for example for heating) you can switch between low
speed and high speed but you cannot turn the heater pump off. After 1 hour, the System will revert to Rest
Mode. This mode can also be reset by entering the Settings Menu and selecting the Heat Mode line.
Settings
Temp Range
Heat Mode
Time of Day
Filter Cycles
Light Cycle
Invert Panel
Lock
High
Ready
Normal

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Fill it up!
Preparation and Filling
Fill the spa to its correct operating level. Be sure to open all valves and jets in the plumbing system before
filling to allow as much air as possible to escape from the plumbing and the control system during the filling
process.
After turning the power on at the main power panel, the top-side panel will display a splash screen or start-
up screen.
Priming Mode –M019*
After the initial start-up sequence, the control will enter Priming Mode and display a Priming Mode screen.
Only pump icons appear on the priming mode screen. During the priming mode, the heater is disabled to
allow the priming process to be completed without the possibility of energizing the heater under low-flow
or no-flow conditions. Nothing comes on automatically, but the pump(s) can be energized by selecting the
“Jet” buttons. If the spa has a Circ Pump, it can be turned on and off by pressing the “Circ Pump” button
during Priming Mode.
Priming the Pumps
As soon as the Priming Mode screen appears on the panel,
select the “Jets 1” button once to start Pump 1 in low-speed
and then again to switch to high-speed. Also, select the other
pumps, to turn them on. The pumps should be running in high-
speed to facilitate priming. If the pumps have not primed after
2 minutes, and water is not flowing from the jets in the spa, do
not allow the pumps to continue to run. Turn off the pumps
and repeat the process. Note: Turning the power off and back
on again will initiate a new pump priming session. Sometimes
momentarily turning the pump off and on will help it to prime.
Do not do this more than 5 times. If the pump(s) will not prime, shut off the power to the spa and call for
service.
Important: A pump should not be allowed to run without priming for more than 2 minutes. Under NO
circumstances should a pump be allowed to run without priming beyond the end of the 4-5 minute priming
mode. Doing so may cause damage to the pump and cause the system to energize the heater and go into
an overheat condition.
Exiting Priming Mode
The system will automatically enter the normal heating and filtering at the end of the priming mode, which
lasts 4-5 minutes.
You can manually exit Priming Mode by pressing the “Exit” button on the Priming Mode Screen. Note that
if you do not manually exit the priming mode as described above, the priming mode will be automatically
terminated after 4-5 minutes. Be sure that the pump(s) have been primed by this time.
Once the system has exited Priming Mode, the top-side panel will display the Main Screen, but the display
will not show the temperature yet, as shown below. This is because the system requires approximately 1
minute of water flowing through the heater to determine the water temperature and display it.
–––°F –––°C