HotSpring Limelight User manual

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Before you begin reviewing the manual, please take a moment to register your warranty. By doing so will help
assist us in contacting you for any important product notification, and help ensure that you and others can enjoy
quality products for years to come.
Prior to registering, you will need the serial number that is located within the equipment compartment of your Hot
Spring spa.
To register please go to http:/www.hotspring.com/registration or simply scan the QR code below:
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Spa Model/Serial Number:
Date Purchased:
Dealer:
Phone:
Cover Serial Number:
Accessory Serial Number:
If you have any questions about any aspect of your spa's set-up, operation or maintenance, contact your authorized
Hot Spring dealership. They are trained professionals who are familiar with the product as well as new spa ownership
concerns. Their expertise will facilitate the enjoyment of your new Hot Spring spa.
Important: Watkins Manufacturing Corporation reserves the right to change specifications, or design, without notification
and without incurring any obligation.
Important!
Welcome
In most cities and counties, permits will be required for the installation of electrical circuits or the construction of exterior
surfaces (decks and gazebos). In addition, some communities have adopted residential barrier codes which may require
fencing and/or self-closing gates on the property to prevent unsupervised access to a pool (or spa) by children under 5
years of age. Your Hot Spring spa is equipped with a locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346-91 Standard for Safety
Covers and as a result, is usually exempt from most barrier requirements. As a general practice, your local Building
Department will inform you of any applicable barrier requirements at the time a permit is obtained for the installation of an
electrical circuit. Your Hot Spring dealer can provide information on which permits may be required.
Watkins Manufacturing Corporation congratulates you on your decision to enjoy the finest
spa available... Welcome to the growing family of Hot Spring spa owners.
Limelight
®Collection

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Important Safety Instructions .......................................1
Important Spa Instructions ..........................................3
SPA SPECIFICATIONS ...................................4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Site Preparation .........................................................5
Outdoor and Patio Installation ...............................5
Deck Installation.....................................................5
Indoor Installation...................................................5
Spa Leveling Instructions .................................................6
CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
Gleam™(Model GLM) ......................................................7
Pulse
®(Model PLS)...........................................................8
Flair
®(Model FLR).............................................................9
Bolt™(Model BLT)...........................................................10
Glow
®(Model GLW) ........................................................11
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND
PRECAUTIONS
230 Volt Permanently Connected Models.......................12
115/230 Volt Converted Model ........................................16
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Start-Up and Refill Procedures........................................19
Diverter System................................................................20
Air Control System ...........................................................20
Jets ...................................................................................21
Water Feature ................................................................. 21
JET SYSTEM MENU
Gleam™(Model GLM) ....................................................22
Pulse (Model PLS)...........................................................23
Flair (Model FLR) .............................................................24
Bolt (Model BLT) ..............................................................25
Glow (Model GLW)...........................................................26
CONTROL PANEL OPERATIONS
Control Panel................................................................... 27
Control Panel Buttons and Display ................................ 27
Indicator Lights................................................................ 29
Control Panel Menu Display........................................... 29
Temperature Control ....................................................... 29
System Mode .................................................................. 30
Clean Menu..................................................................... 30
Tools Menu...................................................................... 30
Audio Menu (Optional).................................................... 31
Display Inversion............................................................. 33
SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Draining the Water .......................................................... 34
Prevention of Freezing.................................................... 34
Filter System ................................................................... 35
Filter Cartridge Removal and Cleaning.......................... 36
Care of the Spa Pillows .................................................. 36
Care of the Exterior......................................................... 36
Everwood
®Spa Cabinet................................................. 36
Care of the Spa Cover .................................................... 37
Cover Lifter Systems....................................................... 37
Vacation Care Instructions.............................................. 38
WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE
General Information ........................................................ 39
Methods for Testing the Spa Water ................................ 39
Water Maintenance Program.......................................... 40
EverFresh®Water Care System .................................... 42
EverFresh Water Treatment Guide ................................ 42
Freshwater Ag+®Silver Ion Purifier Replacement........... 43
Chlorine (Sodium Dichlor)............................................... 44
Ozone (Optional Equipment).......................................... 45
Common Water Chemistry Questions ........................... 47
Water Terminology .......................................................... 47
SERVICE INFORMATION
GFCI and High Limit Thermostat.................................... 48
No-Fault
®Heater and Heater Thermal Cut-off .............. 49
Silent Flo 5000
®Circulation Pump Thermal Cut-off ...... 49
Freshwater
®III High Output Ozone System.................. 49
Miscellaneous Service Information ................................ 49
Acts Invalidating Warranty .............................................. 49
Disclaimers...................................................................... 50
Watkins Customer Service ............................................. 50
Troubleshooting Guides.................................................. 51
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Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(Read and follow all instructions)
AVOIDING THE RISK TO CHILDREN
DANGER:
• RISK OF CHILD DROWNING. Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents,
ensure that children cannot use a spa unless they are supervised at all times.
WARNING:
• Toreducetheriskofinjury,donotpermitchildrentousethisspaunlesstheyarecloselysupervisedatalltimes.
• Toreducetheriskofinjury,lowerwatertemperaturesarerecommendedforyoungchildren.Childrenareespeciallysensitivetohot
water.
DO:
• Makesureyoualwayslockthechildresistantlocksafterusingthespaforyourchildren’ssafety.EveryHotSpring
®spa is equipped with a
locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346-91 Standard for Safety Covers.
• Testthewatertemperaturewithyourhandbeforeallowingyourchildrentoenterthespatobesurethatit’scomfortable.Childrenare
especially sensitive to hot water.
• Remindchildrenthatwetsurfacescanbeveryslippery.Makesurethatchildrenarecarefulwhenenteringorexitingthespa.
DON’T:
• Allowchildrentoclimbontothespacover.
• Allowchildrentohaveunsupervisedaccesstothespa.
AVOIDING THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
• Connectonlytoagroundedsource.
• Donotburythepowercord.Aburiedpowercordmayresultindeath,orseriouspersonalinjuryduetoelectrocutionifdirectburial-type
cable is not used, or if improper digging occurs.
• Agroundterminal(pressurewireconnector)isprovidedonthecontrolboxinsidetheunittopermitconnectionofaminimumNo.8AWG
(8.4 mm²) solid copper bonding conductor between this point and any metal equipment, metal water pipe, metal enclosures of electrical
equipment, or conduit within five feet (1.5 m) of the unit as needed to comply with local requirements.
• Donotoperatetheaudiomaincontrolswhileinsidethespa(ifspaisequippedwithanaudiocomponent).
• Donotconnectanyauxiliarycomponents(forexample,cableadditionalspeakers,headphones,additionalaudiocomponents)totheaudio
system unless approved by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation .
• Donotselfserviceaudiocomponentbyopeningorremovingcoverasthismayexposedangerousvoltageorotherriskofinjury.Referall
servicing to qualified service personnel.
• DonotattachanexternalantennaetoaspaaudiosystemunlessinstalledbyalicensedelectricianinaccordancewithArticle810ofthe
National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
WARNING:
• Toreducetheriskofelectricalshock,replaceadamagedcordimmediately.Failuretodosomayresultindeathorseriouspersonal
injury due to electrocution.
Cord-Connected 115 volt, 20 amp model: The GFCI is located at the end of the power cord. Before each use, with the unit operating, push
the TEST button. The unit should stop operating and the GFCI power indicator will go out. Wait 30 seconds and then reset the GFCI by
pushing the RESET button. The GFCI power indicator will turn on, restoring power to the spa. If the interrupter does not perform in this
manner, there may be an electrical malfunction and with it, the possibility of an electric shock. Disconnect the power until the problem has
been corrected.
230 volt, permanently installed
• Agroundterminalisprovidedontheterminalblock(TB-1,systemgroundterminal)locatedinsidethecontrolbox.Toreducetheriskof
electric shock, connect this terminal to the grounding terminal of your electrical service or supply panel with a continuous green, insulated

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copper wire. The wire must be equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying the equipment. In addition, a bonding terminal (pressure
wire connector) is provided on the outside of the control box for bonding to local ground points. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
connector should be bonded with a No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper wire to any metal ladders, water pipes, or other metal within 5 feet
(1.5 m) of the spa to comply with local requirements. The means of disconnection must be readily accessible, but must be installed at least
5 feet (1.5 m) from the spa.
• Yourspaisprovidedwithasuitablyratedcircuitbreakertoopenallungroundedsupplyconductors.
• Yourspausesgroundfaultcircuitinterruptersintheelectricalsubpanel.Beforeeachuseofthespaandwiththeunitoperating,push
the TEST button on each breaker. The switch should click over to the “Trip” position. Wait 30 seconds and reset each GFCI breaker by
switching it completely off and then completely on. The switch should then stay on. If either of the interrupters does not perform in this
manner, it is an indication of an electrical malfunction and the possibility of an electric shock. Disconnect the power until the fault has been
identified and corrected.
NOTE: Failuretowait30secondsbeforeresettingtheGFCImaycausethespa’sPowerIndicator(onthecontrolpanel)toblink.Ifthis
occurs, repeat the GFCI test procedure.
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
• Installatleast5feet(1.5m)fromallmetalsurfaces.Aspamaybeinstalledwithin5feetofametalsurfaceifeachmetalsurfaceis
permanently connected by a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper conductor attached to the wire ground connector on the
terminal box that is provided for this purpose if in accordance with National Electrical Code ANSI/NMFPA70-1993.
• Donotpermitanyelectricalappliances,suchasalight,telephone,radio,ortelevisionwithin5feet(1.5m)ofaspa.Failuretomaintaina
safe distance may result in death, or serious personal injury due to electrocution if the appliance should fall into the spa.
• Installyourspainsuchawaythatdrainageisawayfromtheelectricalcompartmentandfromallelectricalcomponents.
DO:
• Besureyourspaisconnectedtothepowersupplycorrectly-usealicensedcontractor.
• Disconnectthespafromthepowersupplybeforedrainingthespaorservicingtheelectricalcomponents.
• TesttheGroundFaultCircuitInterrupter(s)beforeeachuse.
• Replaceaudiocomponentsonlywithidenticalcomponents(ifyourspaisequippedwithanaudiocomponent).
• Installyourspainsuchawaythatdrainageisawayfromtheelectricalcompartmentandfromallelectricalcomponents.
DON’T:
• Usethespawiththeequipmentcompartmentdoorremoved.
• Placeelectricalapplianceswithin5feet(1.5m)ofthespa.
• Useanextensioncordtoconnectthespatoitspowersource.Thecordmaynotbeproperlygroundedandtheconnectionisashock
hazard. An extension cord may cause a voltage drop, which will cause overheating of the jet pump motor and motor damage.
• Attempttoopentheelectricalcontrolbox.Therearenouserserviceablepartsinside.
RISKS TO AVOID
DANGER: RISK OF INJURY
• Toreducetheriskofinjurytopersons,DONOTremovesuctionfittingsorfilterstandpipe(locatedinthefiltercompartment).
• Thesuctionfittingsinthespaaresizedtomatchthespecificwaterflowcreatedbythepump.Neverreplaceasuctionfittingwithone
rated less than the flow rate marked on the original suction fitting.
•
There is a danger of slipping and falling. Remember that wet surfaces can be very slippery. Take care when entering or exiting the spa.
• Neveroperatespaifthesuctionfittingsarebrokenormissing.
• Peoplewithinfectiousdiseasesshouldnotusethespa.
• Keepanyloosearticlesofclothing,longhairorhangingjewelryawayfromrotatingjetsorothermovingcomponents.
INCREASED SIDE EFFECTS OF MEDICATION
• Theuseofdrugs,alcohol,ormedicationbeforeorduringspausemayleadtounconsciousnesswiththepossibilityofdrowning.
• Personsusingmedicationsshouldconsultaphysicianbeforeusingaspa;somemedicationmaycauseausertobecomedrowsy,while
other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
• Personstakingmedicationswhichinducedrowsiness,suchastranquilizers,antihistaminesoranticoagulantsshouldnotusethespa.
HEALTH PROBLEMS AFFECTED BY SPA USE
• Pregnantwomenshouldconsultaphysicianbeforeusingspa.
• Personssufferingfromobesity,orwithamedicalhistoryofheartdisease,loworhighbloodpressure,circulatorysystemproblems,or
diabetes should consult a physician before using spa.