Jacuzzi J - 230 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
J-200™Series
J - 280
J - 270
J - 230
J - 220
J - 210
2530-277T Rev. A

Attention New Spa Owner!
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jacuzzi® spa! The following is a list of
automated functions performed by your spa. These functions are listed below in an
attempt to alleviate any operational concerns you may have during the first 24-hours
of ownership! Also listed below are important maintenance recommendations you
should observe on a regular basis to protect your new investment.
Automated Operations
Approximately two minutes after power is applied to the spa, the first filtration/heat-
ing cycle turns on pump 1. With models J-270 & J-280 an automatic five minute
“blow-out” function also activates pump 2 for a period of five minutes to flush all
lines. Then, after five minutes, pump 2 turns off and pump 1 continues to operate
for the duration of the cycle. Note: This function only occurs during the first filtra-
tion/heating cycle each day.
Maintain Healthy Spa Water
Always maintain your spa’s water chemistry within the following parameters as
defined by the Association of Pool And Spa Professionals/USA:
pH 7.4-7.6
Free Chlorine 3.0-4.0 ppm
Free Bromine 2.0-4.0 ppm
Total Alkalinity 100-120 ppm
Calcium Hardness 150-250 ppm
Always maintain your spas filter as outlined below to ensure healthy spa water. Refer
page 33 “Water Quality Maintenance” for additional information.
Required Filter Maintenance
Your new spa is equipped with an advanced water filtration system that provides
unsurpassed water quality! To ensure maximum water quality at all times, you
should clean the filter cartridge once a month, or earlier as necessary. See page 27 for
detailed filter cartridge cleaning/replacement instructions.
Required Water Replacement
You should replace the spa’s water every 3 months. The frequency depends on a
number of variables including frequency of use, number of users, and attention paid
to water quality maintenance. You will know it is time for a change when you cannot
control sudsing and/or you can no longer get the normal feel or sparkle to the water,
even though the key water balance measurements are all within the proper param-
eters. See page 33 for additional information.

Table of Contents
1.0 Important Spa Owner Information......................................1
2.0 FCC Notice ..........................................................................1
3.0 Important Safety Instructions.............................................. 2
3.1 Important CSA Safety Instructions (Canada Only)................................... 4
3.2 Hyperthermia ............................................................................................ 5
3.3 Cautions .................................................................................................... 5
3.4 General Electrical Safety Instructions ....................................................... 6
4.0 Choosing A Location ...........................................................7
4.1 Outdoor Location....................................................................................... 7
4.2 Indoor Location ......................................................................................... 8
5.0 General Electrical Safety Instructions................................. 9
6.0 Power Requirements ..........................................................10
7.0 Electrical Wiring Instructions ...........................................13
8.0 Spa Fill Up Procedure........................................................16
9.0 Control Functions..............................................................20
9.1 Control Panel........................................................................................... 20
9.2 General Spa Features And Controls......................................................... 21
10.0 Operating Instructions ......................................................22
10.1 Setting Water Temperature ...................................................................... 22
10.2 Activate Jet Pumps ................................................................................... 22
10.3 Standard Light Operation ........................................................................ 22
10.4 Optional Multi-Colored LED Light System Operation............................. 23
10.5 Adjusting Individual Jet Flow .................................................................. 23
10.6 Selecting Desired Massage Action............................................................ 23
10.7 Air Controls ............................................................................................. 24
11.0 Automatic Filtration Cycles ..............................................24
11.1 Standard Filtration/Heating Modes For Models Without
Circulation Pump Option (All Models).................................................... 24
11.2 Standard Filtration/Heating Modes For Models With
Circulation Pump Option (J-230, J-270 & J-280 Only)........................... 24
11.3 Economy Filtration/Heating Modes (All Models) .................................... 24
11.4 Lock Modes - L1-L2 (All Models)............................................................ 25
11.5 Selecting The Filtration/Heating Mode.................................................... 25
11.6 Filtration Modes for Spas Without
Circulation Pump Option (All Models).................................................... 25
11.7 Filtration Modes for Spas With
Circulation Pump Option (J-230, J-270 & J-280 Only)........................... 26

12.0 Spa Maintenance ...............................................................27
12.1 Cleaning The Filters................................................................................ 27
12.2 Draining and Refilling ............................................................................. 30
12.3 Pillow Care .............................................................................................. 31
12.4 Cleaning The Spa Interior ....................................................................... 31
12.5 Maintaining the Cover............................................................................. 31
12.6 Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet ......................................................... 31
12.7 Winterizing.............................................................................................. 31
12.8 Restarting Your Spa in Cold Weather....................................................... 32
13.0 Water Quality Maintenance ..............................................33
13.1 pH Control............................................................................................... 33
13.2 Sanitizing ................................................................................................ 33
13.3 Optional CD Ozone Water Maintenance System ..................................... 34
14.0 Error Conditions/Error Messages......................................34
14.1 Summer Logic (Spas With Circulation Pump Option)............................. 34
14.2 Panel Displays COL................................................................................. 34
14.3 Panel Displays ICE.................................................................................. 34
14.4 Panel Displays SN1 ................................................................................. 34
14.5 Panel Displays SN2 ................................................................................. 35
14.6 Panel Flashes FL1 or FL2 (Spas Without Circulation Pump Option)...... 35
14.7 Panel Flashes FL1 or FL2 (Spas With Circulation Pump Option)........... 35
14.8 Panel Displays OH................................................................................... 35
14.9 Panel Displays (- - -)............................................................................... 36
15.0 Troubleshooting Procedures...............................................36
15.1 None of the Components Operate (e.g. Pump, Light) .............................36
15.2 Pump Does Not Operate But Light Does.................................................. 36
15.3 Poor Jet Action......................................................................................... 36
15.4 Water is Too Hot ...................................................................................... 37
15.5 No Heat ................................................................................................... 37
16.0 Circuit Board Diagrams ...................................................38
16.1 North American J-230, J-270 & J-280 Models......................................... 38
16.2 North American J-210 & J-220 Convertible Models................................ 39
16.3 Export 50Hz J-230, J-270 & J-280 Models.............................................. 40
16.4 Export 50Hz J-210 & J-220 Models......................................................... 41
17.0 Optional Stereo Receiver Functions ..................................42

J-200 Series
1.0 Important Spa Owner Information
Your Jacuzzi®J-200 series spa is constructed to the highest standards and is
capable of providing many years of trouble-free use. However, because heat
retentive materials are utilized to insulate the spa for efficient operation, an
uncovered spa surface directly exposed to sunlight and high temperatures for an
extended period is subject to permanent damage. Damage caused by exposing
the spa to this abuse is not covered under warranty. We recommend that you
always keep the spa full of water when it is exposed to direct sunlight and that
you keep the Jacuzzi premium insulating cover in place at all times when the spa
is not in use. Read and carefully follow the requirements for your spa’s support
base found in section 4.0 titled, “Choosing A Location” (page 7).
Jacuzzi constantly strives to offer the finest spas available, therefore modi-
fications and enhancements may be made which affect the specifications,
illustrations and/or instructions contained herein.
2.0 FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guar-
antee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip-
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Rearrange or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the circuit
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes
or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for FCC
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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3.0 Important Safety Instructions
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this
product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
WARNING: A grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to con-
nect a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4mm²) solid copper conductor between this
unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment,
metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of the unit.
DANGER: Risk of Accidental Drowning. Extreme caution must be exer-
cised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents, ensure
that children cannot use this spa unless they are supervised at all times.
DANGER: Risk of Injury. The suction fittings in this spa are sized to
match the specific water flow created by the pump. Should the need arise to
replace the suction fittings or the pump, be sure that the flow rates are com-
patible. Never operate the spa if the suction fittings are broken or missing.
Never replace a suction fitting with one rated less than the flow rate marked
on the original suction fitting.
DANGER: Risk of Electric Shock. Install at least 5 feet (1.5m), from all
metal surfaces. As an alternative, a spa may be installed within 5 feet of
metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently connected (bonded) by
a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper conductor attached to the
wire connector on the grounding lug, inside the equipment compartment
on the equipment box.
DANGER: Risk of Electric Shock. Do not permit any electrical appliance,
such as a light, telephone, radio, television, etc. within 5 feet (1.5m) of a
spa unless such appliances are built-in by the manufacturer.
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY: The electrical supply for this product must
include a suitably rated switch or circuit breaker to open all ungrounded
supply conductors to comply with section 422-20 of the National Electrical
Code/USA, ANSI/NFPA 70. The disconnect must be readily accessible and
visible to the spa occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5m), from the spa
water.
WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Injury:
The water in the spa should never exceed 104°F (40°C). Water tempera-
tures between 100°F (38°C) and 104°F (40°C) are considered safe for a
healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are recommended for young chil-
dren and when spa use may exceed 10 minutes.
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Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing
fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, pregnant or possibly
pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 100°F (38°C). If
pregnant, please consult your physician before using a spa.
Before entering the spa, the user should measure the water temperature
with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of water temperature-
regulating devices may vary as much as +/- 5°F (2°C).
The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa use may lead
to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.
Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease, low
or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, diabetes, infectious
diseases or immune deficiency syndromes should consult a physician before
using a spa. If you experience breathing difficulties in association with
using or operating your spa, discontinue use and consult your physician.
Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa
since some medication may induce drowsiness, while other medication may
affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
Always shower before and after using your spa. To reduce the possibility
of contracting a waterborne illness, always maintain water chemistry within
the parameters listed on the inside cover of this manual. If you or other
bathers experience such a condition, discontinue use and seek medical
attention.
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3.1 Important CSA Safety Instructions (Canada Only)
When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
A green colored terminal or a terminal marked G, Gr, Ground, Grounding
or the symbol* is located inside the supply terminal box or compart-
ment. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this terminal must be connected
to the grounding means provided in the electric supply service panel with
a continuous copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductors that
supply this equipment (*IEC Publication 417, Symbol 5019).
At least two lugs marked “Bonding Lugs” are provided on the external
surface or on the inside of the supply terminal box/compartment. To reduce
the risk of electric shock, connect the local common bonding grid in the
area of the spa to these terminals with an insulated or bare copper conduc-
tor not smaller than No. 6 AWG (10 mm2).
All field installed metal components such as rails, ladders, drains or other
similar hardware within 10 feet (3m) of the spa shall be bonded to the
equipment grounding buss with copper conductors not smaller than No. 6
AWG (10 mm2).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: Children should not use spas without adult supervision.
WARNING: Do not use spas unless all suction guards are installed to prevent
body and hair entrapment.
WARNING: People with infectious diseases should not use a spa.
WARNING: To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the spa.
WARNING: Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a spa to
avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning.
WARNING: Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a
physician before using a spa.
WARNING: Water temperature in excess of 40°C (104°F) may be injurious to
your health.
WARNING: Before entering the spa, measure the water temperature with an
accurate thermometer.
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WARNING: Do not use a spa immediately following strenuous exercise.
WARNING: Prolonged immersion in a spa may be injurious to your health.
WARNING: Do not permit electric appliances (such as lights, telephones,
radios, televisions, etc.) within 5 feet (1.5m) of this spa unless such appliances
are built-in by the manufacturer.
CAUTION: Maintain water chemistry in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions.
WARNING: The use of alcohol or drugs can greatly increase the risk of fatal
hyperthermia in spas.
3.2 Hyperthermia
Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia. A description of
the causes, symptoms, and effects of hyperthermia are as follows:
Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level
several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6°F (37°C). The
symptoms of hyperthermia include drowsiness, lethargy, and an increase in the
internal temperature of the body. The effects of hyperthermia include:
Unawareness of impending hazard;
Failure to perceive heat;
Failure to recognize the need to exit spa;
Physical inability to exit spa;
Fetal damage in pregnant women; and
Unconsciousness and DANGER of drowning.
A warning sign is provided in your warranty packet. Please install it at a
location near your spa, where it is visible to the user of the spa. For addi-
tional or replacement signs please contact your local Jacuzzi spas dealer
and reference item number #6530-082.
3.3 Cautions
Persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pres-
sure, and any condition requiring medical treatment, pregnant women, the
elderly, or infants should consult with a physician before using a spa.
The Consumer Products Safety Commission/USA has stated that the water
temperature in a spa should not exceed 104°F (40°C). Immersion in water
in excess of 104°F (40°C) can be hazardous to your health.
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Observe a reasonable time limit when using the spa. Long exposures at
higher temperatures can cause high body temperature. Symptoms may
include dizziness, nausea, fainting, drowsiness, and reduced awareness.
These effects could possibly result in drowning.
Do not use the spa under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, or other drugs.
Use of the spa under these conditions may lead to serious consequences.
Always test the spa water temperature before entering the spa. Enter and
exit the spa slowly. Wet surfaces can be very slippery.
Never bring any electrical appliances into or near the spa. Never operate
any electrical appliances from inside the spa or when you are wet unless
such appliances are built-in by the manufacturer.
Proper chemical maintenance of spa water is necessary to maintain safe
water and prevent possible damage to spa components.
Use the straps and clip tie downs to secure the cover when not in use. This
will help to discourage unsupervised children from entering the spa and
keep the spa cover secure in high-wind conditions. There is no representa-
tion that the cover, clip tie-downs, or actual locks will prevent access to the
spa.
3.4 General Electrical Safety Instructions
Your new Jacuzzi® spa is equipped with a “state-of-the-art” equipment system.
It contains the most advanced safety and self-protective equipment in the indus-
try. Nonetheless, this spa must be installed properly to ensure dependable usage.
Please contact your local Jacuzzi dealer or local building department should you
have any questions regarding your installation.
Proper grounding is extremely important. Jacuzzi spas are equipped with a
current collector system. A pressure wire connector is provided on the surface
of the control box, located outside the equipment door (Figure-B, page 14) to
permit connection of a bonding wire between this point and any ground metal
equipment, metal water pipe or conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of the spa, or cop-
per clad grounding rod buried within 5 feet (1.5m) of the spa. Bonding wire
must be at least No. 8 AWG (8.4mm2) solid copper wire. This is a most impor-
tant safety assurance feature.
Before installing your spa, check with your local building department to insure
installation conforms to local building codes.
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