COTSWOLD Hydro Eco Tub User manual

PREPARATION FOR USE
1 Position your Eco Tub on its pallet in the location
you intend for it to be used.
2 Remove the sections of flue from the underside of
the Eco Tub (as seen in Fig. 2).
3 Unscrew the pallet batons that connect the pallet to
the Eco Tub for transport (as seen in Fig. 3 – where
applicable).
4 Fit a standard 13amp plug and uncoil the wire –
ensuring that this is done to the plug manufacturer’s
instructions.
5 Undertake a quick visual inspection to ensure
that the electrical sockets are in place following
transport – we recommend plugging your tub in at
this point and pressing both the LED light & Bubble
buttons (located on the side of the tub) to ensure that
they are both working. The LED lights can be seen
working from the underside of the tub and you will
be able to hear the Bubble System.
6 After unplugging the tub following the inspection,
gently lie the Eco Tub down (you may need
assistance for this). Ensure that the surface is
flat – see (Fig. 4 & 5).
7 Carefully slide out the pallet.
8 Carefully unpackage the Eco Tub – if using
a knife, take particular care to not scratch the
exterior or fibreglass of the Eco Tub.
9 If your Eco Tub comes with a fibreglass lid,
remove this now & place it in a location
where it will not be damaged – take care
when removing the lid to lift and not drag.
Dragging the lid off can damage the fibreglass
10 Remove the 90 degree boiler pipe which is
located in the wood burner.
11 Be sure to remove all packaging from inside the
wood burner.
12 Attach the 90 degree chimney section to the outlet
located by the wood burner – this is manufactured to
low tolerance so occasionally lubrication is required
using a small amount of washing up liquid.
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Fig. 1
Carefully remove
plastic wrap
Fig. 3
Carefully remove pallet
Turn carefully down
and remove cover
Fig. 2
Take components out
All drawings are for illustrative purposes only,
your product may vary

13 Tighten the two retaining bolts underneath the 90 degree
flue section and ensure it is in a vertical position (see Fig. 5)
14 Remove the protection film from the 1st section of flue and place
onto the 90 degree flue section. Tip: The use of a hairdryer or
placing the sections in an airing cupboard will warm up the
protective film – making pealing easier! (See Fig. 5)
15 Remove protective film from the heat guard and carefully
place over the previously attached 1st section of flue –
removing this film is sometimes easier when warm. There
are locating tabs around the top and the bottom of the heat
guard that hold it in place on the flue. As above, heat makes
the protective film easier to remove! (See Fig. 5)
16 Remove the protective film for the 2nd section of flue
(the one with the rain guard attached) and place on top
of the 1st section of flue (see Fig.5).
17 Place the grate & ash collecting tray in the boiler (see Fig. 5).
18 Attach the boiler door (see Fig. 6).
19 Open the drainage tap (located at the bottom of the boiler).
20 Thoroughly rinse the Eco Tub to ensure that any fibreglass
residue is removed.
21 Close the tap completely prior to filling.
22 Fill your Eco Tub to a maximum of 15cm from the top – if
you are adding any chemicals or chlorine ensure this is done
throughout the filling process.
23 Your Eco Tub comes with a drinks holder – this is simply
screwed anywhere around the tub (except where the boiler
is located).
24 Position the steps where access is unimpeded.
25 Your Eco Tub is now ready for lighting – replace the lid to
decrease heat up times!
26 Plug your Eco Tub back in to allow power supply to the
LED lights & Bubble System!
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Use waterlevel
Waterlevel
150mm from top
Fig. 5
Fig. 7
Fig. 6
Fig. 4
Level hot tub

USER MANUAL
Our Eco Tubs have been designed to be as simple as
possible. However, for safety reasons we ask that you take
the time to read this short manual prior to use of your new tub.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1 When draining your Hydro Eco Tub, please run the
Hydro Jet System for 30 seconds after emptying your
tub. This will allow the pipes to purge of water. This
is essential for helping to keep bacteria at bay & also
during freezing conditions where pipes can freeze
when left filled with water.
2 In cold conditions where there may be a chance of frost,
please DO NOT run your Hydro Jet System until the
water temperature within your tub reaches 30 degrees.
3 To help prevent the risk of bacteria build up within your
tub & Hydro Jet System, we strongly recommend the
use of water treatment. Chlorine, Bromine or Active
Silver Oxygen (please see separate leaflet) are all
suitable. Please refer to manufacturer’s dosing advice.
4 The stove door will be very hot during use – do not
touch it.
5 The flue and flue elbow will also be very hot – ensure
supervision of children and use the flue-guard at
all times.
6 Never burn coal in the stove – use dry or kiln-dried
logs. Sub 15% moisture is ideal! The use of coal or
smokeless fuels will void the warranty for your tub.
7 You should NOT use a hot tub if you are pregnant,
very young, under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
any medical conditions – please consult your doctor.
8 Keep the lid on when not in use & move steps to
minimum the risk of children or animals falling in.
9 Do NOT ignite the stove until the water level is
above both water inlets (around 2/3 way up the tub).
Doing so could melt the fibreglass or other components
and will void your warranty.
10 During freezing conditions, it is recommended to
drain your Eco Tub when not in use due to the risk of
expanding ice causing damage.
11 For your own safety, bathing alone isn’t recommended.
12 If temperatures get too hot you can add some cold
water into your Eco tub – IF YOU FIND YOUR ECO
TUB IS TOO HOT – GET OUT.
13 It is recommended to only use a hot tub for short
periods initially. If you become dizzy you should get
out immediately.
14 Do not empty the water until the fire – and heat – are
completely out. This will damage your fibreglass tub.
Doing so will void your warranty.
POSITIONING YOUR ECO TUB
Do not place your Eco Tub near anything flammable!
A hot tub is usually around 200kgs, and significantly
heavier when filled your first consideration is going to be
on the ground you set up on. Preferable to ground, having
a concrete pad already constructed and measure would be
ideal. It should also be noted that due to this heavy weight
you shouldn’t under any circumstance attempt to move the
hot tub by yourself. In most cases a level stable base either
the gravel or paving slabs is fine but please note the tub
will weigh around 2 tonnes once full of water and people.
Strong well-built surfaces such as decking are also suitable.
Aside from the ground itself or pad, you will want to assure
your site has easy access to water to make filling the hot
tub less of a chore. You will also want to avoid areas that
create a downdraft;
If you place your Eco Tub too near buildings, or trees will
cause some interference with the chimney. You can always
check with a stoves specialist or your supplying dealer that
may be able to help you with this.
NOTE: If you continue to burn in the stove; you are going
to continue to heat up your water. While this seems
straightforward it does carry a risk at severely burning
occupants, as well as damaging the equipment. Assess
whether the tub is getting too hot for your liking and stop
adding wood to the stove once it has. The boiler/firebox
will also have an air circulation control on the door which
would then need to be shut. Your target temperature should
not exceed 42C degrees.
MAINTENANCE
Wood fired Hot Tubs don’t require as much maintenance
as electrical ones. Clearing ash from the stove before each
use is necessary; as well you should periodically disconnect
the chimney (It is modular) and clean any built up soot. Soot
should also be removed from the stove if it builds up. If this
isn’t something that you’re comfortable with you can always
contact a stove specialist if necessary. Ideally you should
change the water in your hot tub after every use; however
you can use it several times across a couple of days, this
is more to personal taste. The use of Active Silver Oxy will
assist with this. Half a sachet is required per fill of water.
The tub’s exterior is already treated properly with oils
meant to protect it from UV damage; waterproofing and
it will resist fading. We recommend to apply some wood
treatment at least once a year. However, over the life of
your tub it will begin to silver; you can continue to maintain
it with oils to keep up the appearance, but you should not
use a pressure washer from too close as it can damage
the wood. If you don’t re oil the wood, it will simply age
naturally. Your Eco Tub can, of course, be painted or
stained to update its appearance – much in the way you
would your garden fences! Good maintenance of your tub
will help its lifespan.
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON HOW TO USE HOT TUBS
HOT TUB HEATING
IMPORTANT – the fiberglass hot tub heaters heating
temperature can’t go higher than +55C° as higher
temperatures can damage the fiberglass gel coating
(will start blistering). Once the hot tub is fired up, you can
turn the Hydro Jet System on periodically to help the heat
circulate evenly within the water.
When the hot tub is filled up with water (15cm from the
top of the hot tub edge), you can fire up the heater.
The best way to fire up the hot tub is start with kindling
and paper (fire lighters (tablets) can be used). When the
flame is getting bigger you can add bigger pieces of
wood. It is recommended to use kiln dry wood with sub
15% moisture. Fire intensity can be adjusted with the
vent located on the boiler/firebox which regulates the
air intake into the burning chamber.
IMPORTANT – do not load more than 2 thirds of wood of
the height of the heater. IMPORTANT – if the hot tub is not
filled up to the right level, you can’t light the heater, because
the emitted heat will damage the tub and the heater.
IMPORTANT – water from the hot tub can be drained only
when the heater is completely cooled down. Otherwise,
the heat will damage the hot tub and the heater itself.
IMPORTANT – DO NOT allow the tub to overflow. This can
lead to problems with the Bubble System. Allowing your
tub to overflow will void your warranty.
NOTE – You may see some dripping coming from
under the firebox/boiler onto the ground. This is just the
condensate valve and is removing moisture from the boiler.
The water dripping is minimal but does appear more on
some surfaces. You can check it’s the condensate valve
by putting your hand where the drip is coming from and
feeling for the little outlet. This is entirely normal & essential
– your tub isn’t leaking, don’t panic!
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