Calspas Home Resorts FA-1325 User manual

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Owner’s Manual
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SWIM & SWIM PRO SPAS
Family Fun Spas
Model: FA-1325

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LTR2023.1146, REV. C-4
6/28/2023
Lloyd’s Material Supply Company, Inc.
Lloyd’s Material Supply Company, Inc. Copyright 2023. All rights
reserved. Duplication without written consent is strictly prohibited. Lloyd’s Material Supply Company, Inc.
Customer Service Department
1462 East Ninth Street
Pomona, CA 91766.
LTR2023.1146 REV D-4
10/19/2023

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Important Safety Instructions....................................................
Preparing for Your New Spa.................................................................
Foundation Requirements & Service Clearance...........................
240 Volt Electrical Requirements........................................................
GFCI Wiring Diagram...................................................................
Filling and Powering Up the Spa........................................................
Priming & Bleeding Water Pump........................................................
TP500 Control System.................................................................
Spa Behavior..............................................................................................
Temperture Range...................................................................................
Ready and Rest Mode.............................................................................
Set Time of Day & Flip.............................................................................
Lock and Unlocking Display.................................................................
Adjusting Filtration..................................................................................
Prefrences...................................................................................................
Utilities.........................................................................................................
Error Messages & General Codes.......................................................
Wi Module Cal Connect............................................................
Energy Consumption Tips....................................................................
Spa Jets & LED Lighting.........................................................................
Water Clarity Information...........................................................
Water Diverters & Air Venturis.............................................................
Testing & Adjusting Spa Water............................................................
Chemical Sanitation................................................................................
Bather Loads..............................................................................................
Filter & Ozone Information...................................................................
Maintence Schedule...............................................................................
Troubleshooting Water Clarity...................................................
Cleaning & General Maintence............................................................
Removing/Reinstalling Pillows & Jets...............................................
Installing the Spa Cover.........................................................................
Draining the Spa.....................................................................................
Winterization.............................................................................................
Filter Cleaning & Vacation Care...........................................................
Cleaning Your Spa....................................................................................
Freedom Sound System........................................................................
Air Injection System................................................................................
Swim Teather.............................................................................................
Replacement Parts...................................................................................
Basic Troubleshooting............................................................................
Thermal Creep...........................................................................................
Warranty Information.............................................................................
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Most cities and counties require permits for exterior
construction and electrical circuits.
In addition, some communities have codes requiring
residential barriers such as fencing and/or self-closing
gates on property to prevent unsupervised access to the
property by children. Your dealer can provide information
on which permits may be required and how to obtain them
prior to the delivery of the spa
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Do not place your spa within 10 feet (3m) of
overhead power lines.
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How you intend to use your spa will help you determine
where you should position it. Your spa is mainly used for
family recreation be sure to leave plenty of room around
it for activity. If you will use it for relaxation and therapy,
you will probably want to create a specific mood around
it.
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If you live in a region where it snows in the winter or rains
frequently, place the spa near a house entry. By doing
this, you will have a place to change clothes and not be
uncomfortable.
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In a cold-weather climate, bare trees won't provide
much privacy. Think of your spa's surroundings
during all seasons to determine your best privacy
options. Consider the view of your neighbors as well
when you plan the location of your spa.
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Think about the direction you will be facing when sitting in
your spa. Do you have a special landscaped area in your
hard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps there is an area
that catches a soothing breeze during the day or a lovely
sunset in the evening.
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In planning your spa's location, consider a location where
the path to and from the house can be kept clean and free
of debris.
Prevent dirt and contaminants from being tracked into
your spa by placing a foot mat at the spa's entrance where
the bathers can clean their feet before entering your spa.
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Make sure the spa is positioned so that access to the
equipment compartment and all side panels will not be
blocked.
Many people choose to install a decorative structure
around their spa. If you are installing your spa with any
type of structure on the outside, such as a gazebo,
remember to allow access for service. It is always best
to design special installations so that the spa can still be
moved, or lifted off the ground.
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3 feet /
1 meter
3 feet / 1 meter
3 feet /
1 meter
3 feet / 1 meter
Service Area Clearances
Service Area Clearances
Foundation Requirements
Foundation Requirements
Your spa needs a solid foundation. The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the spa, lled with water
and with occupants in it. If the foundation is inadequate, it may shift and collapse on itself once the spa is lled or in
operation with occupants. This stress at the base of the spa will damage your spas shell and nish. Place the spa on an
elevated 4-6 inch concrete slab. Pavers, gravel, brick, sand, timbers or dirt fondations are not adequate to support the
spa. If the spa is installed indoors, Pay close attention to the ooring beneath it and weight maxiums of the oor. Having
ooring that will resist damage or staining when exposed to treated spa water. If this is installed on an elevated wood
deck or other structure, it is advised to consult a licensed contractor or structural engineer to ensure the elevated
structure will support the weight of 150 Lb per square foot (732Kg/Meter squared)

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*Optional 5.5 KW auxiliary heater will require one additional 40 amps GFCI breaker with three #6
AWG copper wires
FA-1325 BP501X One 50 Amp GFCI
Breaker
Four #6 AWG Cop-
per Wires
See Page 10
for reference only
F-1655 / F-1655X BP20X One 60 Amp GFCI
Breaker
Four #6 AWG Cop-
per Wires
See Page 10
for reference only
F-1437 / F-1437X BP501X One 50 Amp GFCI
Breaker
Four #6 AWG Cop-
per Wires
See Page 10
for reference only
F-1868DZ BP20X Service # 1 Swim Side
One 60 Amp GFCI
Breaker
Four #6 AWG Cop-
per Wires
See Page 10
for reference only
F-1868DZ BP501G1 Service # 2 Spa Side
110V 15 Amp
Plug & Play
Cord with15 Amp
GFCI Provided
See Page 10
for reference only
Spa Model Control System GFCI Breaker Wires Required Wiring Diagram
240 Volt Electrical Specifications
240 Volt Electrical Specifications
Wiring Specifications and GFCI Requirement
Wiring Specifications and GFCI Requirement

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Portable Spa Pre-Delivery Guide
LTR50001024, Rev. E
Electrical Requirements
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House Breaker Box
GREEN (Ground)
WHITE
(Neutral)
RED (Hot)
BLACK (Hot)
GFCI Breaker Box
Spa Control Box
WHITE
Front View of GFCI
GREEN (Ground)
RED
(Hot)
WHITE (Neutral)
WHITE (Load Neutral)
BLACK
(Hot)
BLACK (Load Hot)
RED (Load Hot)
Bottom View of GFCI
WHITE
BLACK (H OT )
RED (H OT)
WHITE
(LOAD NEUT RAL)
One 220V circuit breaker
One GFCI
Four wires:
Red (hot)
Black (hot)
White (neutral)
Green (ground)
CIRCUIT BOARD
WHITE
(NEUT RAL)
BL ACK (H OT )
RED (H OT)
GREEN
(GROUND)
GROUND TERMINAL B LOCK (ATTACHED
TO OUTSIDE OF S YSTEM B OX)
GROUND TERMINAL B LOCK (ATTACHED
TO OUTSIDE OF S YSTEM B OX)
BP501G1 and BP501X control boxes
WHITE
(NEUT RAL)
BL ACK (H OT )
RED (H OT)
GREEN
(GROUND)
CIRCUIT BOARD
GROUND TERMINAL B LOCK (ATTACHED
TO OUTSIDE OF S YSTEM B OX)
BP20X control box Control
Box
GFCI Wiring Diagram 1 USA/Canada 60 Hz
The dual zone Olympian swim spa uses both a 240v GFCI connection as
illustrated above and an independent 15 Amp 120v outlet.
The Spa side of the Olympian uses 120v equipment and internal 15amp
GFCI in the power cable.
Refer to your local regulations and your certified electrician/contractor for
proper installation, following NEC guidelines.
GFCI Wiring Diagram USA/Canada

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2018 Platinum Series Spas
LTR20181010, Rev. K
Preparing forYour New Portable Spa
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1. Inspect the spa equipment.
Inspect all plumbing connections in the
equipment area of your spa.
3. Fill the spa.
This applies to all spa owners EXCEPT those with the Cal Clarity II bromine generator. See instructions on
page 31 for bromine generator operating instructions and spa lling procedures.
2. Remove the cartridge from lter canister.
Place a garden hose in the lter canister and ll your spa
with regular tap water about six inches from the top.
If the water level is too low or too high, your spa will not
operate properly.
Always ll the spa through the lter canister! Failure
to do so may cause air to be trapped in the ltration
system and prevent the pumps from operating
properly.
Unscrew the cartridge and remove it.
After you remove the lter, remove the plastic
wrapper and soak it in water for 30 minutes before
you replace it. A dry lter can allow air into the
ltration system which can cause the pump to fail to
prime. Never try to pull the lter cartridge while the
spa is running in low or high speed (i.e., any speed).
• Make sure unions in the equipment pack are tight. (Be
careful not to over-tighten the plumbing ttings.)
•If your spa has gate
valves, make sure
they are all in the UP
or OPEN position.
•Make sure the drain
valve is closed and
capped. (See page
36 for a description of
drain valves.)
Never ll your spa with soft water.
Soft water makes it impossible to maintain the
proper water chemistry and may cause the water
to foam, which will ultimately harm the nish of
the spa and void your warranty.
You may ll your spa with well water
provided the following conditions are met:
1) Purchase and use a pre-lter to run the well
water through on the ll-up. The pre-lter will
be placed before the spa lter in the ll-up ow
of water. 2) Have a Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
and metals test performed by a qualied person
after the ll-up process but before any spa use.
Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa
Never run the spa with the gate valves closed or
without water circulating for long periods of time.
Priming the Spa Pump

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LTR20181010, Rev. K
Preparing forYour New Portable Spa
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5. Prime the pump.
4. Turn on power to the spa.
6. Install the lter into the lter canister.
Make sure the lter has soaked at least 30 minutes
before you install it. Insert the lter all the way and
screw it in. Do not over-torque the cartridge during
installation, just hand tighten gently.
7. Adjust water chemistry.
Test and adjust the water chemistry. See the section on page 27 for instructions on water clarity.
8. Let the spa heat up.
When the spa has nished priming, the heater will activate. Put the cover on and let the spa heat to the
set temperature.
When the spa is lled to the correct level, turn on the
power at the GFCI breaker. (Ensure that the 120V spas are
connected to the proper electrical outlet.)

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LTR20181010, Rev. K
Preparing forYour New Portable Spa
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New spa owners often have difculty the rst time they
start their spa and the pump fails to prime. This can be
frustrating, but these simple instructions can help you.
Sometimes air can become trapped in the pump while
lling the spa. You will know this has happened when after you have lled and started the spa, the pump does
not seem to function. You will hear the pump operating, but no water will be moving.
The pump will not work properly while
air is trapped in it. Continuing to operate
the pump in this way will cause damage.
Starting Up: Priming Mode
Automatic Exiting of Priming Mode
Priming the Pump
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If you have tried priming the pump several
times unsuccessfully using the control panel,
you can bleed the air from the pump manually.
1. Shut off the power to the spa.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the
front panel from the spa and locate the
pump.
3. Close the gate valve on the discharge side
of the pump (if your spa is installed with
one.)
4. Turn the bleeder valve counter clockwise
with a small pair of pliers until the air has
been released from the pump.
5. If this is unsuccessful, loosen the union nut
on side of the pump with channel locks.
When air is bled out, tighten the nut.
6. Turn on power to the spa and press the
JETS button. If there is still air trapped in
the pump, repeat steps 2 through 5 until
the pump primes.
Bleeding Air from the Pump

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Navigating the entire menu structure is done with 2 or 3 buttons on the control panel.
Navigation / TP-500
Some panels have separate WARM (Up) and COOL
(Down) buttons, while others have a single
Temperature button. In the navigation diagrams
Temperature buttons are indicated by a single
button icon.
Panels that have two Temperature buttons (Warm and
Cool) can use both of them to simplify navigation and
programming where a single Temperature icon is shown.
The MENU/SELECT Button is used to choose the various
menus and navigate each section.
Typical use of the Temperature button(s) allows
changing the Set Temperature while the numbers
with certain button presses. Simply waiting for a
few seconds will return the panel operation to
normal.

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