MAAX Spas DT6 User manual

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Swim Spa
ALERT
Your new swim spa GFCI will trip.
A Ground Fault Interrupter (GFCI) Trip Test must occur to al-
low proper spa function.
Your swim spa came with special instructions for the install-
er / electrician. If they have not already advised you on what
to do or expect from the GFCI Trip Test, please contact them
for instructions.
If the GFCI breaker connected to your swim spa trips, this is
normal behavior. Please reset the breaker and enjoy your
spa. The trip test has been completed successfully.
If your swim spa was not wired to a GFCI breaker or your
breaker fails the GFCI Trip Test, the spa will repeatedly at-
tempt (at preset intervals) to trip the breaker in the future
until such time that it triggers a GFCI Trip. If a GFCI does not
trip properly, your spa’s display will show an error message.
GFCI breakers are important safety devices required by code
for your swim spa. For more information, refer to your dealer
or to the section in your Owner’s Manual titled“Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter.”

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WARNING:
Children should not use swim spas or
hot tubs without adult supervision.
WARNING:
Do not use swim spas or hot tubs unless all
suction guards are installed to prevent body
and hair entrapment.
WARNING:
People using medications and/or having an
adverse medical history should consult a
physician before using a swim spa or hot tub.
WARNING:
People with infectious diseases should not
use a swim spa or hot tub.
WARNING:
To avoid injury exercise care when entering
or exiting the swim spa or hot tub.
WARNING:
Water temperature in excess of 100° F (38° C)
may be injurious to your health.
WARNING:
Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during
the use of a swim spa or hot tub to avoid
unconsciousness and possible drowning.
WARNING:
Pregnant, or possibly pregnant, women should
consult a physician before using a swim spa or
hot tub.
WARNING:
Before entering the swim spa or hot tub
measure the water temperature with an
accurate thermometer.
WARNING:
Do not use a swim spa or hot tub immediately
following strenuous exercise.
WARNING:
Prolonged immersion in a swim spa or
hot tub may be injurious to your health.
WARNING:
Do not permit electric appliances (such as a
light, telephone, radio, or television) within
1.5m of the swim spa or hot tub.
WARNING:
Maintain water chemistry in accordance with
manufacturer’s instruction.
WARNING:
The use of alcohol or drugs can greatly
increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot
tubs and swim spas.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: When installing and using this equipment, basic safety precautions should always
be taken to reduce the risk of electrical shock, to ensure safe usage, and to safeguard
the user’s health. Failure to follow instructions and warnings contained in this Owner’s
Manual, in the Swim Spa Installation Guide, and on the swim spa itself may result in severe
personal injury, including death, as well as property damage.

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GFCI Alert.............................................................1
Important Safety Warnings...............................2
Table of Contents................................................3
Important Safety Instructions..........................5
Dos and Don’ts........................................................7
Hyperthermia...........................................................7
Swim Spa installation........................................8
Site and Positioning...............................................8
Outdoor Installation..............................................9
Indoor Installation..................................................9
Swim Spa System Components.....................10
Swim Spa Components...................................11
Jets and Air Controls........................................12
Jets............................................................................12
Cleaning or Replacing Jets...............................12
Electrical Information......................................13
Important Safety Instructions.........................13
Installation Options.............................................13
Amperage Charts.................................................15
Start Up Procedures.........................................16
Priming Your Swim Spa.....................................16
TP600 Control Panel.........................................17
Main Menus...........................................................17
Filling Your Spa.....................................................18
Spa Behavior..........................................................18
Temperature and Temp Range........................19
Mode - Rest and Ready......................................20
Show and Set Time-of-Day...............................20
Flip (Invert Display)..............................................20
Restricting Operation.........................................21
Unlocking................................................................21
AdjustingFiltration..............................................21
Wi-Fi Connectivity................................................21
GFCI Trip Test.........................................................21
TP800 Control Panel.........................................22
Button Functions..................................................22
The Main Screen...................................................23
Spa & Shortcut Screens......................................23
The Settings Screen.............................................24
Filling Your Spa.....................................................25
Spa Behavior..........................................................26
Time-of-Day............................................................26
AdjustingFiltration..............................................27
Restricting Operation.........................................27
Unlocking................................................................27
Wi-Fi Connectivity................................................27
GFCI Test Feature..................................................27
Scenes......................................................................27
Bluetooth Connection.....................................28
WiFi Connectivity..............................................29
Smart Device WiFi Spa Controls.....................29
Getting Started.....................................................29
After Application Download............................29
Connect to your Spa...........................................29
Connecting to WiFi Network...........................30
Application Functions........................................31
Settings....................................................................31
Setting Time..........................................................31
Setting Filter Cycles.............................................32
Controls...................................................................32
SafetyFeatures..................................................33
Automatic Time Outs.........................................33
Common LCD Equipment Messages............33
Common LCD Messages....................................34
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Maintenance......................................................35
Water Chemistry...................................................35
Sanitizing.................................................................35
pH Level...................................................................35
Water Maintenance.............................................35
Sanitizing With Ozone........................................36
Specialty Chemicals............................................36
Draining Your Swim Spa....................................36
Filter Maintenance...............................................37
Winterizing.............................................................37
Swim Spa Cabinet Care.....................................38
Swim Spa Surface Care and Cleaning..........38
Underwater LED light cluster..........................38
Common Water Problems...............................40
Common Hardware Problems........................43
Swim Spa Soaking Guidelines........................45
MXBP20 Series System Wiring Diagram......47
VS501 Series System Wiring Diagram..........48
MXBP501 Series System Wiring Diagram....49
GS501 Series System Wiring Diagram..........50
MXBP21 Series System Wiring Diagram......51
Safety Sign/Limited Warranty Summary.....52
Copyrights and Trademarks...........................53
Notes...................................................................54
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury,
do not permit children to use this prod-
uct unless they are closely supervised at
all times.
2. A wire connector is provided on this unit
to connect a minimum 6 AWG (5.15 mm2)
solid copper conductor between this unit
and any metal equipment, metal enclosu-
res of electrical equipment, metal water
pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of
the unit.
3. (For cord-connected/convertible units)
DANGER - Risk of injury.
a. Replace damaged cord immedi-
ately.
b. Do not bury cord.
c. Connect to a grounded, ground-
ing type receptacle only.
4. DANGER - Risk of Accidental Drown-
ing. Extreme caution must be exercised
to prevent unauthorized access by
children. To avoid accidents, ensure that
children cannot use this spa unless they
are supervised at all times.
5. DANGER - Risk of injury. The suction
ttings in this spa are sized to match the
specic water ow created by the pump.
Should the need arise to replace the
suction ttings or the pump, be sure that
the ow rates are compatible.
Never operate spa if the suction ttings
are broken or missing. Never replace a
suction tting with one rated less than
the ow rate marked on the original suc-
tion tting.
6. 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
by a minimum 6 AWG (5.15 mm2) solid
copper conductor to the wire connector
on the terminal box that is provided for
this purpose.
7. DANGER - Risk of Electric Shock. Do not
permit any electric appliance, such as a
light, telephone, radio, or television,
within 5 feet (1.5m) of a spa.
8. WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury:
a. The water in a spa should never
exceed 40°C (104°F).Water tem-
peratures between 38°C (100°F)
and 104°F (40°C) are considered safe for a
healthy adult. Lower water temperatures
are recommended for young children and
when spa use exceeds 10 minutes.
b. Since excessive water temperatures
have a high potential for causing fetal
damage during the early months of preg-
nancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant
women should limit spa water tempera-
tures to 38°C (100°F).
c. Before entering a spa the user should
measure the water temperature since the
tolerance of water temperature-regulat-
ing devices varies.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

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d. The use of alcohol, drugs, or medica-
tion before or during spa use may lead
to unconsciousness with the possibility of
drowning.
e. Obese persons and persons with a
history of heart disease, low or high
blood pressure, circulatory system prob-
lems, or diabetes should consult a physi-
cian before using a spa.
NOTE: Check with your state/local code
enforcement ocer to determine electrical
code requirements and compliance. Use a
qualied licensed electrician to complete all
spa nal electric connections.
TO AVOID RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK:
1. A green colored terminal or a terminal
marked G, GR, Ground, Grounding, or the
international symbol is located on
the side of the supply terminal box or
compartment. This terminal must be
connected to the grounding means
provided in the electric supply service
panel, using a continuous copper wire
equivalent in size to the circuit conduc-
tors supplying this equipment.
*IEC Publication 417, Symbol 5019.
2. At least two lugs marked “BONDING
LUGS” are provided on the external sur-
face or on the inside of the supply termi-
nal box or compartment. Connect the
local common bonding grid (house-hold
ground) in the area of the hot tub or spa
to these terminals, using an insulated or
bare copper conductor not smaller than
No. 6 AWG.
3. All eld-installed metal components such
as rails, ladders, drains or similar hard
ware located within 5 ft. of the spa or
hot tub shall be bonded to the equip-
ment grounding bus with copper con-
ductors not smaller than No. 6 AWG.
4. Never connect unit to a power supply
with a load controller.
5. Install to provide drainage of compart-
ment for electrical components.
6. The electrical supply for this product
must include a suitably rated switch
or circuit breaker to open all ungrounded
supply conductors. This disconnecting
means must be readily accessible for
operation but installed at least 1.5m
from the spa. All electrical connections
should comply with local regulations.
SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Caution: Risk of electrical shock.
Read and follow all instructions.

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Dos and Don’ts of Spa Care:
Do:
• Save these instructions!
• Replace the cover immediately after use.
• Keep the cover locked when spa is not
in use.
• Be aware of the dangers of a wet and
slippery surface. Use caution when
entering and exiting your spa.
• Have a licensed electrician make all nal
electrical connections.
• Replace worn, frayed or broken electrical
cords.
• Keep the water chemistry correctly
balanced. Untreated spa water will cause
problems with your spa and equipment
as well as being a health risk.
• Clean the spa lter monthly or as needed.
• Position the spa so that all sides remain
accessible for maintenance.
• Use a bathing cap for long hair.
• Refer to information on hyperthermia,
next column.
• Use only authorized spa care products
for the best performance and to keep
the water properly balanced.
Don’t:
• Use the spa at 104°F (40°C) for long
periods of time (more than 30 minutes).
See Hyperthermia, next column.
• Use an extension cord to power your spa.
• Allow anyone to stand on the spa cover.
It is not designed to support weight.
• Power the spa unless it is lled with water
5-6” below top of the lip of the spa.
• Operate the pump on high speed for ex-
tended periods of time with the cover in
place. Extended operation can cause heat
build-up and interfere with spa operation.
Hyperthermia
The causes, symptoms, and eects of
hyperthermia may be described 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 an increase in the
internal temperature of the body, dizziness,
lethargy, drowsiness, and fainting. The eects
of hyperthermia include:
a. Failure to perceive heat
b. Failure to recognize the need to exit spa
or hot tub
c. Unawareness of impending hazard
d. Fetal damage in pregnant women
e. Physical inability to exit the spa or hot
tub, and
f. Unconsciousness resulting in the danger
of drowning.
WARNING  The use of alcohol, drugs,
or medication can greatly increase the
risk of fatal hyperthermia.

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SWIM SPA INSTALLATION
Danger: Electrical shock risk. Install at
least 1.5m from all metal surfaces.
The electrical supply for this product must
include a suitably rated switch or circuit
breaker to open all ungrounded supply
conductors. The disconnecting means must
be readily accessible but installed at least 1.5
meters from the Swim spa water. All electrical
connections should comply with local
regulations.
The appliance should be supplied through
a residual current device
(RCD) or Ground Fault
Interrupter (GFCI) with a
rated tripping current not
exceeding 30 mA. Means
for disconnection must
be incorporated in the
xed wiring in accordance
with the wiring rules. Parts containing live
parts, except parts supplied with safety
extra-low voltage not exceeding 12 V, must be
inaccessible to a person in the bath. Earthed
appliances must be permanently connected
to xed wiring.
Site and Positioning
MAAX® Spas recommends that a Swim spa be
placed in its nal installation site by crane. In
any installation where a crane cannot be used,
you may want to consult with a professional
rigging company.
When utilizing a crane for delivery, be sure
that crane operator understands the weight
of the Swim spa, the height it must be lifted,
and the distance that the crane boom must
travel. Be sure that the crane operator uses
an 8’ spreader bar and that the straps wrap all
the way around the bottom frame of the Swim
spa.
Locate the Swim spa on a solid, level
foundation keeping in mind the weight of
the lled Swim spa (in excess of 18,000 lb.
(8165 kg.) on some models). If you have any
doubts about the load bearing ability of your
chosen site, contact an architect or a building
contractor. The entire perimeter of the Swim
spa Frame and bottom must be evenly
supported.
We recommend that you provide a concrete
foundation pad for the Swim spa. The
foundation pad should be wider and longer
than the Swim spa by at least 12 inches (30
cm) in each direction. Failure to provide a
level surface could structurally damage your
Swim spa and void the warranty.
The Swim spa must be installed to allow
access for service and maintenance on all
four sides; therefore, if you choose to install
your Swim spa below grade level, you will be
required to have a vault or pit constructed
to prevent ground water, rain, snowmelt, or
sources of water from collecting around the
equipment of the Swim spa. The vault must
have either sucient drainage through a drain
line or through the use of a sump pump. The
vault must have adequate safe access as to
allow for routine maintenance of the Swim spa
components.
IMPORTANT: Proper drainage must be
provided to keep base dry, especially if
installed below grade/in a pit.

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WARNING: ACCESS TO THE Swim spa
SHOULD BE CONTROLLED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH ALL APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND
LOCAL CODES. IN SOME LOCATIONS THIS
MAY INCLUDE AN APPROVED FENCE WITH
SELF-CLOSING, SELF-LOCKING GATE
AND/OR A LOCKABLE SAFETY HARDCOVER
FOR OUTDOOR USE AND A LOCKABLE
DOOR AND/OR SAFETY HARDCOVER FOR
INDOOR USE.
Outdoor Installation
The following considerations apply when
installing your Swim spa outdoors:
1. Local codes pertaining to fencing.
2. Local electrical and plumbing codes.
3. View from your house.
4. Wind direction.
5. Exposure to sunlight.
6. Location relationship to trees (twigs,
leaves and shade).
7. Dressing and bathroom location.
8. Storage area for maintenance equipment
and chemicals.
9. Location to facilitate adult supervision.
10. Landscaping and night time lighting.
11. Accessibility to equipment.
12. Location and routing of power supply to
Swim spa and foot trac.
Indoor Installation
In addition to the Outdoor installation
consideration, please also understand that the
following considerations apply when installing
your Swim spa indoors:
1. Indoor Swim spas promote high
humidity. Using either ventilation fans or
commercial grade de-humidiers will help
to reduce the humidity. Consult your
dealer for details.
2. Floor drains must be provided near the
Swim spa to drain o water that
may cause falls and /or water damage.
Water will splash out of the Swim spa
during normal use when swimming and
when exiting the Swim spa.
3. Surface area of foundation pad and
surrounding area should be at with a
non-skid nish. Carpeting or other
porous materials may retain moisture,
which leads to mold, mildew and odors
and is not recommended.
4. Walls, ceilings, woodwork should be made
of materials capable of withstanding high
humidity.
5. MAAX® Spas only recommends the use of a
concrete foundation pad to support your
Swim spa. If you intend to install your
Swim spa in an area where you cannot
utilize a concrete foundation pad, you
must consult with a structural engineer
to ensure the oor load bearing capacities
are adequate to support the concentrated
Swim spa weight, the weight of the
Swim spa occupants, and any furniture
or people that will be using the immediate
area of the Swim spa.
6. During shipment from the factory,
plumbing components may loosen;
therefore it is imperative that the
Swim spa is double checked for leaks
before installing to avoid possible water
damage. Your dealer may include this
service in their installation procedures.
7. Indoor sunrooms are capable of
maintaining high ambient temperatures
which may aect the Swim spa water
temperature. It is NOT recommended that
you operate your lter cycles for longer
than 4 hours per day under these
conditions.
Danger: Electrical shock risk. Install at least
5 feet (1.5 m) from all metal surfaces.

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SWIM SPA SYSTEM COMPONENTS
A. Filter Skimmer/Weir: Removes
oating debris from the water surface,
provides a water return path to equipment,
and houses water lter elements.
B. Topside Control Panel: Used to control
temperature setting, jet pumps, circulation
system, underwater lights and ambient
eect lighting.
C. Air Controls: Increases or decreases air
entering the jets. Close during heating
for maximum eciency. It is recom-
mended that air controls to the swim jets
remain closed during swimming to provide
a clearer stream of water which is free from
air bubbles.
D. Equipment Pack Service Panel (no user
serviceable parts): Spa support system
consisting of several of the following
devices: electronic control pack,
pumps, heater, UV water sanitizer, ozone
generator, LED lighting interface
and associated electrical controls (not
shown).
E. Drain Access (Adjacent to the equipment
service panel): Drain faucets
are located immediately behind the front
door panel. Remove panel to access (not
shown).
F. Manufacturer’s Identication Label:
Contains identication information for
warranty service (serial number, model
number, etc.) and electrical information
(ampere rating and ampere requirements).
Located on the lower right side of the front
door panel (not shown).
G. Diverter Valve: Used to direct the ow
of water between the massage jets in
the hydrotherapy seats and the swim
jets. By turning the diverter valve
clockwise, the water is directed to the
massage jets in the hydrotherapy seats and
by turning the diverter jet counterclockwise,
the water is directed to the swim jets.
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B
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