Jacuzzi J-435 User manual

J-435™
J-445™
EXPORT OWNER’S MANUAL
6530-274EE Rev C

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 suppress any operational
concerns you may have during the rst 24 hours of ownership! Also listed
below are important maintenance recommendations you should observe
on a regular basis to protect your new investment.
Maintain Healthy Spa Water
Always maintain your spa’s water chemistry within the following
parameters:
With CLEARRAY®Without CLEARRAY®
pH 7.4-7.6 7.4-7.6
Free chlorine no less than 1.0 ppm 3.0-4.0 ppm
Free bromine no less than 2.0 ppm 2.0-4.0 ppm
Total Alkalinity 100-150 ppm 100-150 ppm
Calcium Hardness 150-250 ppm 150-250 ppm
IMPORTANT: CLEARRAY® Water Purication System is factory
installed. If the CLEARRAY® system is altered or is not operating
efciently then follow the “without CLEARRAY®” water chemistry
parameters as dened by the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals.
CLEARRAY® requires an annual bulb replacement to properly sanitize
your water.
!TO DECREASE RISK OF INFECTION OR DISEASE! Always
maintain your spa lter as outlined below to ensure healthy spa water.
Refer to pages 49-52 (Sec. 13.0) for additional information.
Required Filter Maintenance
Your new spa is equipped with an advanced water ltration system that
provides unsurpassed water quality! To ensure maximum water quality at
all times, you should clean the skimming lter cartridge every 3 months,
or as necessary. See pages 49-52 (Sec. 13.0) for detailed lter
cartridge cleaning instructions.
Required Water Replacement
!TO DECREASE RISK OF INFECTION OR DISEASE! 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 parameters. See pages
57-60 (Sec. 14.0) for additional information.
**** Spa operations and functions subject to change without notice ****
©Jacuzzi Hot Tubs, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Table of Contents
1.0 Important Spa Owner Information.............................................. 1
2.0 FCC Notice.................................................................................... 1
2.1 Industry Canada (IC) Information .................................................. 1
3.0 Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners .................... 2
3.1 Entrapment Risk ............................................................................ 6
3.2 Hyperthermia ................................................................................. 7
3.3 Important safety instructions.......................................................... 8
4.0 Choosing a Location.................................................................... 8
4.1 Outdoor Location ........................................................................... 9
4.2 Indoor Location............................................................................ 10
4.3 Location for the Optional ProLink™ Remote
Monitoring System....................................................................... 11
5.0 General Electrical Safety Instructions ..................................... 12
6.0 Electrical Installation Instructions ........................................... 13
7.0 Power Requirements ................................................................. 17
8.0 Spa Fill Up Procedure................................................................ 18
9.0 Spa Features .............................................................................. 22
9.1 J-445 Spa Features ..................................................................... 22
9.2 J-445 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram ................................ 23
9.3 J-445 Air Controls Diagram.......................................................... 24
9.4 J-435 Spa Features ..................................................................... 25
9.5 J-435 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram ................................ 26
9.6 J-435 Air Controls Diagram.......................................................... 27
10.0 Registration and Start-up.......................................................... 28
10.1 Start-up Sequence....................................................................... 28
10.2 Register Your New Spa................................................................ 28
10.3 ProTouch™ Control Panel ........................................................... 29
11.0 Operating Instructions............................................................... 31
11.1 ProTouch™ Control Panel ........................................................... 31
11.2 Activating the Jets Pumps ........................................................... 31
11.3 Lights Menu ................................................................................. 31
11.4 Music Menu ................................................................................. 32
11.5 Connecting to the BLUEWAVE 2.0 Wireless Audio System ........ 34
11.6 Audio Settings Menu.................................................................... 34
11.7 CLEARRAY on Demand.............................................................. 35
11.8 Adjusting Jet Flow........................................................................ 35

11.9 Adjusting PowerPro™ MX2 Jets.................................................. 35
11.10 Adjusting RX Jets ........................................................................ 35
11.11 Waterfall Control .......................................................................... 36
11.12 Air Controls.................................................................................. 36
11.13 Selecting the Desired Massage Action ........................................ 36
11.14 Indicator Light .............................................................................. 36
11.15 Exterior Lights (Optional)............................................................. 36
12.0 Programming and Operation Instructions............................... 37
12.1 Programming the Heating Mode.................................................. 38
12.2 EcoMode Filtration....................................................................... 39
12.3 Programming the Primary Filter................................................... 39
12.4 Programming the Secondary Filter.............................................. 41
12.5 Cleanup Cycle ............................................................................. 41
12.6 Blow-Out Cycle............................................................................ 41
12.7 Water Care Programming............................................................ 42
12.8 Optional Wi-Fi Setup (50Hz models only).................................... 44
12.9 Locking the Spa........................................................................... 45
12.10 Programming the Time and Date................................................. 46
12.11 Programming the Language ........................................................ 47
12.12 Units Display................................................................................ 48
12.13 System Information...................................................................... 48
13.0 Spa Maintenance........................................................................ 49
13.1 Cleaning the Filter Cartridges...................................................... 49
13.2 Draining and Relling................................................................... 52
13.3 Cleaning the Spa Interior............................................................. 54
13.4 Pillow Care................................................................................... 55
13.5 Maintaining the Synthetic Cabinet ............................................... 55
13.6 Cleaning the Control Panel.......................................................... 55
13.7 Cover Care and Maintenance...................................................... 55
13.8 Winterizing................................................................................... 56
13.9 Restarting Your Spa in Cold Weather.......................................... 57
14.0 Water Quality Maintenance ....................................................... 57
14.1 pH Control.................................................................................... 58
14.2 Sanitizing ..................................................................................... 58
14.3 Other Additives ............................................................................ 59
14.4 CLEARRAY® (Ultraviolet) Water Purication System ................. 59
14.5 CLEARRAY® Bulb Replacement and Quartz
Tube Maintenance ....................................................................... 60
15.0 Error/Display Messages ............................................................ 62
16.0 Troubleshooting Procedures .................................................... 67

17.0 Circuit Board Wiring Diagrams................................................. 69
17.1 Export 50Hz Wiring Diagram ....................................................... 69
17.2 Dip Switch Settings...................................................................... 70
17.3 Single Service 50Hz Connection ................................................. 71
17.4 Dual Service 50Hz Connection.................................................... 72
17.5 Three Service 50Hz Connection.................................................. 72

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1.0 Important Spa Owner Information
Your Jacuzzi®spa is constructed to the highest standards and is capable
of providing many years of trouble-free use. However, because heat reten-
tive materials are utilized to insulate the spa for efcient operation, an
uncovered spa surface and wall ttings directly exposed to sunlight and
high temperatures for an extended period are subject to permanent dam-
age or discoloration. 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 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 the Section 4.0 titled, “Choosing a Location” (page 8).
Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs constantly strives to offer the nest hot tubs
available, therefore, modications and enhancements may be made
which affect the specications, illustrations and/or instructions
contained herein.
2.0 FCC Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment 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:
1. Rearrange or relocate the receiving antenna;
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver;
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the
circuit connected;
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
(Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for FCC compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.)
2.1 Industry Canada (IC) Information
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna
is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF eld in excess of
Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6,
obtainable from Health Canada’s website: www.hc-sc.gc.ca.

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3.0 Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY!
This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specications
outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act” (VGB
Safety Act). When installing and using this spa, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including:
1. !DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING!
• Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access
by children.
• To avoid accidents, ensure that children do not use this spa unless
supervised at all times. Adult supervision is a critical safety factor in
preventing children from drowning.
• Use the straps and clip tie downs to secure the spa cover when not
in use. This will help discourage unsupervised children from entering
the spa. Keep the spa cover secure in high-wind conditions.
• There is no representation that the cover, clip tie-downs, or actual
locks will prevent access to the spa.
2. !DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING!
• Keep hair, loose articles of clothing or hanging jewelry away from
suction ttings, rotating jets or other moving components to avoid
entrapment that could lead to drowning or severe injury.
• Never use the spa unless all suction guards, lter, lter lid, or
skimmer assembly are installed to prevent body and/or hair
entrapment.
• Never operate or use the spa if the lter, lter lid, or skimmer
assembly are broken or any part of the skimmer assembly is missing.
Please contact your dealer or nearest service center for service.
• The suction ttings and suction covers in this spa are sized to match
the specic water ow created by the pump(s). If it is necessary to
replace the suction ttings, suction covers or pump(s), be sure that
the ow rates are compatible and are in compliance with the VGB
Safety Act.
• Never replace a suction tting or suction cover with one rated less
than the ow rate marked on the original suction tting. Using
improper suction ttings or suction covers can create a body or hair
suction entrapment hazard that may lead to drowning or severe
injury.
3. !DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY FROM ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR DEATH FROM ELECTROCUTION!
• Install the spa 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.

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• A grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a
minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) 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.
• Never 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.
• Never bring any electrical appliances into or near the spa.
• Never operate any electrical appliances from inside the spa or when
you are wet.
• 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 disconnecting means must be readily accessible
and visible to the spa occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5m),
from the spa.
• The electrical circuit supplied for the hot tub must include a suitable
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) as required by NEC Article
680-42.
4. !WARNING: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!
• Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent diving or jumping
into the spa or slipping and falling, which could result in
unconsciousness, drowning, or serious injury. Remember that wet
surfaces can be very slippery.
• Never stand, walk or sit on the top railing of the spa.
5. !WARNING: RISK OF HYPERTHERMIA (OVER-HEATING)
CAUSING SEVERE INJURY, BURNS, WELTS OR DEATH!
• Water temperature in excess of 40°C (104°F) may be injurious to
your health.
• Refer to Section 3.2 Hyperthermia for specic causes and symptoms
of this condition.
• The water in the spa should never exceed 40°C (104°F). Water
temperatures between 38°C (100°F) and 40°C (104°F) are
considered safe for a healthy adult.
• Lower water temperatures are recommended for young children
(children are especially sensitive to hot water) and when spa use
may exceed 10 minutes.
• The Consumer Products Safety Commission/USA has stated that the
water temperature in a spa should not exceed 40°C (104°F).
• Always test the spa water temperature before entering the spa.
The user should measure the water temperature with an accurate
thermometer since the tolerance of water temperature-regulating
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6. !WARNING: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!
• Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing
fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, if pregnant or
possibly pregnant, consult your physician before using a spa.
• Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water
temperatures to 38°C (100°F).
• Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease,
low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, diabetes,
infectious diseases or immune deciency syndromes should consult a
physician before using a spa.
• If you experience breathing difculties 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.
• Persons suffering from any condition requiring medical treatment, the
elderly, or infants should consult with a physician before using a spa.
• The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa use may
lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.
7. !WARNING: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!
• Prolonged immersion in a spa may be injurious to your health.
• Observe a reasonable time limit when using the spa. Exposures at
higher temperatures can cause high body temperature (over-heating).
Symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, fainting, drowsiness, and
reduced awareness. These effects could possibly result in drowning or
serious injury.
• Never use a spa immediately following strenuous exercise. Enter and
exit the spa slowly. Wet surfaces can be slippery.
8. !WARNING: TO DECREASE RISK OF INFECTION OR DIS-
EASE!
• To reduce the risk of contracting a waterborne illness (e.g. an infection,
bacteria or virus) and/or respiratory ailments , maintain water chemistry
within the parameters listed on the inside cover of this manual and
consult with a licensed engineer regarding proper ventilation if installed
indoors or in an enclosed area.
• People with infectious diseases should not use a spa to avoid water
contamination, which could result in spreading infections to others.
• Always shower before and after using your spa. Maintain water chem-
istry in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do
so may result in contracting a waterborne illness (e.g. an infection,
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9. !WARNING: In addition to maintenance of lters and water
chemistry, proper ventilation is recommended to reduce the risk of
contracting a waterborne illness (e.g. an infection, bacteria or virus)
and/or respiratory ailments that could be present in the air or water.
Consult a licensed architect or building contractor to determine your
specic needs if installing your hot tub indoors.
10. CAUTION: TO DECREASE RISK OF PRODUCT DAMAGE.
• Maintain water chemistry in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Proper chemical maintenance of spa water is necessary to maintain
safe water and prevent possible damage to spa components.
11. !WARNING: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH! The
appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experi-
ence or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
12. NOTE: This spa is not intended nor designed to be used in a com-
mercial or public application. The spa buyer shall determine whether
there are any code restrictions on the use or installation of this spa
since local code requirements vary from one locality to another.
Hot Tub Safety Literature
To ensure you have a safe and enjoyable hot tub experience,
learn all you can about hot tub safety and emergency procedures.
Especially useful are the brochures listed below:
• Children Aren’t Waterproof
• Pool and Spa Emergency Procedures For Infants and Children
• Layers of Protection
• The Sensible Way to Enjoy Your Spa or Hot Tub
The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals publishes these
brochures. To acquire a brochure:
• Ask your hot tub dealer (they may have copies)
• Go to http://apsp.org
• Conduct your own search on the internet
• Write to the following address:
The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals
2111 Eisenhower Avenue
Alexandria VA 22314
703.838.0083

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3.1 Entrapment Risk
The Consumer Products Safety Commission/USA has reported that
users of pools and spas have become entrapped (stuck) to drain and/or
suction ttings causing death, drowning, or serious injury (see diagram
below). This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specica-
tions outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act”
(VGB Safety Act). Entrapment risk can be minimized if proper precau-
tions are taken.
DANGER: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH!
Never operate the spa if a suction tting, suction cover,
lter, lter lid or skimmer assembly are broken, damaged or
missing.
!
Note: Suction covers must be replaced every 5 years.
1. !DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING!
Hair entrapment: May occur if hair is entangled, knotted or snagged
in a drain suction or skimmer assembly. This has been reported in
persons who when submerge themselves underwater, allowing hair
to come close and/or within the reach of the suction fittings, suction
covers or skimmer assembly.
• Keep hair away from suction ttings, suction covers, lter, lter lid or
skimmer assembly.
• Children are at risk for hair entrapment if swimming under water.
• Never allow children to play or get near the suction ttings, suction
covers, lter, lter lid or skimmer assembly.
2. !DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING!
Limb entrapment: May occur when a limb becomes entrapped,
inserted or sucked into a suction or outlet opening.
• Always keep suction ttings, suction covers, lter, lter lid or skimmer
assembly in place when operating to avoid limb entrapment.
• Never allow children to play or get near the suction ttings, suction
covers, lter, lter lid or skimmer assembly.
Suction Fittings,
Suction Covers
(locations vary
by models)
Filter, Filter
Lid, Skimmer
Assembly
(location and
style vary by
models)

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3. !DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING!
Body entrapment: May occur when part of the torso becomes
entrapped, inserted or sucked into a suction or outlet opening.
• Never allow children to play or get near the suction ttings, suction
covers, lter, lter lid or skimmer assembly.
4. !DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING!
Evisceration (disembowelment) entrapment: May occur when the
buttocks becomes entrapped, inserted or sucked into a suction or
outlet opening.
• Never sit on suction ttings, suction covers, lter, lter lid or skimmer
assembly.
• Never allow children to play or get near the suction ttings, suction
covers, lter, lter lid or skimmer assembly.
5. !DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING!
Mechanical entrapment: May occur when jewelry, swimsuit, or
hair accessories become entangled, knotted or snagged in a drain
suction or skimmer assembly.
• Never allow your jewelry, swimsuit, or hair accessories to come close
to the suction ttings, suction covers or skimmer assembly.
• Never allow children to play or get near the suction ttings, suction
covers, lter, lter lid or skimmer assembly.
3.2 Hyperthermia
Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia (over-
heating). The use of alcohol or drugs can greatly increase the risk of fatal
hyperthermia in spas. 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 37°C
(98.6°F). The symptoms of hyperthermia include drowsiness, lethargy
(fatigue), and an increase in the internal temperature of the body (feeling
of being too hot). 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 at
a location near your spa, where it is visible to users of the spa. For
additional or replacement Warning Signs please contact your local
Jacuzzi dealer and reference item number #6530-082.

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3.3 Important safety instructions
When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. A green colored terminal or a terminal marked G, Gr, Ground,
Grounding or the symbol* is located inside the supply terminal box
or compartment. 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.
3. 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 conductor not smaller than No. 6 AWG
(10 mm²).
4. All eld-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).
5. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
4.0 Choosing a Location
IMPORTANT: Because of the combined weight of the spa, water
and users, it is extremely important that the base upon which the
spa rests be smooth, at, level and capable of uniformly support-
ing this weight, without shifting or settling, for the entire time the
spa is in place. If the spa is placed on a surface, which does not
meet these requirements, damage to the skirt and/or the spa shell
may result. Damage caused by improper support is not covered
under warranty. It is the responsibility of the spa owner to assure
the integrity of the support at all times. We recommend a poured,
reinforced concrete slab with a minimum thickness of 4 inches
(10 cm). Wood decking is also acceptable provided it is constructed
so that it meets the requirements outlined above.
WARNING: For spas that are to rest on balconies, roofs
or other platforms not specically tied into main struc-
tural support, consult a professional Structural Engineer
with experience in this type of application.
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The spa must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage away
from it. Placing the spa in a depression without provisions for proper
drainage could allow rain, overow and other casual water to ood the
equipment and create a wet condition in which it would sit in. For spas
which will be recessed into a oor or deck, install so as to permit access
to the equipment, either from above or below, for servicing. Make certain
that there are no obstructions, which would prevent removal of all side
cabinet side panels and access to the jet components, especially on the
side with the equipment bay.
CAUTION: If the spa is indoors or located in an enclosed area,
proper ventilation should be discussed with an Engineer or authority
competent enough to understand the necessary provisions needed
to vent moist or heated air and air associated with chemical odors
outdoors. When the spa is in use considerable amounts of
moisture will escape potentially causing mold and mildew. This
can cause health risk. Over time, this can damage certain surfaces,
surroundings, and equipment.
4.1 Outdoor Location
In selecting the ideal outdoor location for your spa, we suggest that you
take into consideration:
• The proximity to changing area and shelter (especially in colder
weather).
• The pathway to and from your spa (this should be free of debris so
that dirt and leaves are not easily tracked into the spa).
• The closeness to trees and shrubbery (remember that leaves and
birds could create extra work in keeping the spa clean).
• A sheltered environment (less wind and weather exposure can result
in lowered operation and maintenance costs).
• The overall enhancement of your environment. It is preferable not to
place the spa under an unguttered roof overhang since run-off water
will shorten the life expectancy of the spa cover.
• For spas that are to rest on balconies, roofs or other platforms not
specically tied into main structural support, consult a professional
Structural Engineer with experience in this type of application.
• In the unlikely event that you should ever need to access or gain
entry to any portion of the spa for servicing, it is highly recommended
that you plan your outdoor installation to provide full access to the
entire spa. Please take this into consideration when placing the spa
in a deck or enclosed by a surrounding.
• Consider locating your spa away from any reective surface or glass
to prevent any damage to the synthetic skirt.
• Do not shim the spa. To ensure proper support the spa must sit at
on the intended foundation.
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4.2 Indoor Location
For indoor installations many factors need to be considered before
installing a spa indoors.
WARNING: In addition to maintenance of lters and water
chemistry, proper ventilation is recommended to reduce the
risk of contracting a waterborne
illness (e.g. an infection, bac-
teria or virus) and/or respiratory ailments that could be pres-
ent in the air or water. Consult a licensed architect or building
contractor to determine your specic needs if installing your
hot tub indoors.
!
• Proper Foundation: Consult a Structural Engineer when
considering a foundation that will adequately support the spa
the entire time it is in place. Proper support is critical especially
if the spa is to rest on a second story or higher. For spas that are
to rest on balconies, roofs or other platforms not specically tied
into the main structural support, you should consult a professional
Structural Engineer with experience in this type of application.
• Proper Drainage: It is extremely important to have in place
measures to sufciently handle excessive water spillage. Be
sure the ooring in which the spa rests on has adequate drainage
and can handle the entire contents of the spa. Be sure to make
provisions for ceilings and other structures that may be below the
spas installation. Areas around your spa can become wet or moist so
all ooring and subsequent furniture, walls and adjacent structures
should be able to withstand or resist water and moisture.
• Proper Ventilation: Proper ventilation should be discussed with
an Engineer or authority competent enough to understand the
necessary provisions needed to vent moist or heated air and air
associated with chemical odors outdoors. When the spa is in use
considerable amounts of moisture will escape, potentially causing
mold and mildew over time, which can damage certain surfaces and/
or surroundings.
• Sufcient Access: In the unlikely event that you should ever need
to access or gain entry to any portion of the spa for servicing, it is
highly recommended that you plan your indoor installation to provide
full access to the entire spa.
• Warranty: Damage caused by not following these guidelines or any
improper installation not in accordance to local codes or authorities is
not covered under the spas warranty. Please consult your local state
or city building ordinances.
• Do not shim the spa. To ensure proper support the spa must sit at
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4.3 Location for the Optional ProLink™ Remote Monitoring
System
IMPORTANT! Choose an installation site with the front control
panel side pointing towards your home’s Wi-Fi router.
CAUTION: You must make sure that the spa control panel side
has a clear unobstructed line-of-site of the home Wi-Fi router. This
action ensures maximum signal strength between the spa and your
home’s Wi-Fi router.
Verify your home router’s Wi-Fi strength at
the proposed spa location. Front control panel
side of spa must point towards your home’s
Wi-Fi router in your home as illustrated, Figure
4.3a. Stand near the proposed front control
panel side of the spa with your cell phone,
then login to the internet using your home
Wi-Fi router signal (not 3G or 4G) and verify
results as follows:
If the home Wi-Fi router signal is strong
(3-4 bars) and Internet access is stable, the proposed
installation site is a good choice.
If the home router’s Wi-Fi signal is weak and Internet access is slow or
produces an error, the proposed installation site is not a good choice.
• It may be necessary to choose another spa installation site.
• Relocate your home Wi-Fi router closer to the spa.
• Install a “repeater” device in the room closest to the spa to boost the
home’s router Wi-Fi signal at the proposed spa installation site.
System and Wi-Fi Router Requirements
a. The hardware for the Jacuzzi ProLink™ communicates over a
2.4 GHz home network supporting 802.11b/g wireless technology.
The hardware does not support 5 GHz networks.
• If you have 2 Wi-Fi networks, one at 2.4 GHz and the other at 5 GHz,
then make sure that your smart phone is connected to the 2.4 GHz
network throughout the setup process. It is recommended that you
turn off your 5 GHz network during the setup process.
NOTE: The system does not support 802.11/ac/n. If your Wi-Fi router is
either 802.11ac or n, it may work with the module if it supports 802.11b/g.
b. Standard wireless setup supports only home network routers
congured to use open (no security) or WEP/WPA/WPA2.
c. Wi-Fi signal strength of -60 dBM or better is highly suggested to
ensure non-interrupted cloud service.
Home WiFi
Router
WELCOME
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d. The wireless access is not supported on the following systems:
• Guest networks/Hotspots that use a portal page to login.
• Enterprise access points congured to require certicates or some
other form of enterprise authentication (aka “802.1X”, “RADIUS”, or
“WPA/WPA2 Enterprise”).
e. List of compatible routers and access points is published on
Jacuzzi’s website www.jacuzzi.com/hot-tubs/owners-corner/
remote-control/
f. The Wi-Fi module does not prefer any channels (1-11) on the
2.4 GHz band. A Wi-Fi spectrum analyzer can be used to check
how many Wi-Fi networks are operating on different channels on
the 2.4 GHz band. If there are too many networks on channel 6 (for
instance), then it is recommended that the customer change the
operating channel of their Wi-Fi network. Most routers auto-change
the channel but there are some routers that may have to be changed
manually.
g. If there are too many devices operating on a customer’s home Wi-Fi
network that may affect the connectivity of the Wi-Fi module (check
the maximum number of devices that can be connected to the
Access Point that the customer is using).
5.0 General Electrical Safety Instructions
Your new Jacuzzi® spa is equipped with the ProTouch™
system. It contains the most advanced safety and self-
protective equipment in the industry. 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 inside the equipment door (page
15) 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 copper clad grounding rod buried within 5 feet (1.5m) of the
spa. Bonding wire must be at least No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper
wire. This is a most important safety assurance feature. Before installing
your spa, check with your local building department to ensure installation
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6.0 Electrical Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The electrical wiring of this spa must
meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code/USA
(NEC) and any applicable state or local codes. The electrical
circuit must be installed by a qualied electrician and
approved by a local building/electrical inspection authority.
1. !DANGER: TO DECREASE THE RISK OF SHOCK,
PRODUCT DAMAGE OR ELECTRICAL FIRE.
This spa must be permanently connected (hard-wired) to the power
supply. No plug-in connections or extension cords are to be
used in conjunction with the operation of this spa. Supplying
power to the spa, which is not in accordance with these instructions,
will void both the independent testing agency listing and the
manufacturer’s warranty.
2. The power supplied to this spa must be a dedicated circuit with no
other appliances or lights sharing the power provided by the circuit.
3. To determine the current, voltage and wire size required, refer to
Section 7.0 “Power Requirements” (page 17) for your specic spa
model.
• Wire size must be appropriate per NEC and/or local codes.
• The spa controller’s terminal block will accept a maximum wire size
of 6 AWG.
4. 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 disconnecting means must be readily accessible
to the spa’s occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5m) from spa
water.
5. The electrical circuit supplied for the spa must include a suitable
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) as required by NEC Article
680-42/USA.
6. For Australia/ New Zealand, the spa should be supplied through
a residual current device (RCD) with a rated tripping current not
exceeding 30mA (IEC 60335-2-60).
7. To gain access to the spa’s power terminal block:
J445 - Starting at one side, gently pull the panel to release it from the
mounting clips, Figure A. Slowly and gently tilt the panel forward and
then lift up to remove. Place the panel is a safe location to prevent
damaging it. Remove the foam insulation boards. Then remove the
door screws on the control box.
J435 - Press the retractable push button to release the panel door
from the spa frame, Figure A. Slowly and gently tilt the panel forward
and then lift up to remove, Place the panel in a safe location to prevent
from damaging it. Then remove the door screws on the control box.
8. Select the power supply entrance you want to use, Figure B. Make
sure to install a 3/4" electrical tting and conduit through the large
opening provided in the bottom of the control box so you can feed
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9. Connect wires to the terminal block (Figure D). ALL WIRES MUST
BE SECURELY CONNECTED or equipment damage could result!
10. Install control access box door and reinstall the foam boards and
cabinet panel(s).
Power
on
Lamp
on
DANGER!
TURNPOWER
OFF!DONOT
LOOKATLITBULB.
SEVEREEYE
DAMAGEORBLINDNESS
CANOCCUR!
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