SPA Manufacturer Spa Manual
Includes
Installation, Operation, Maintenance and
Safety Information
Spa Operator’s Guide
This manual contains important safety, operating, and installation
instructions - read before installing or operating spa.
SAVE THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
OWNER’S INFORMATION
DEALER IMPRINT AREA
Dear Spa Owner:
Congratulations on your purchase of a new spa. You now possess the
ultimate passport to tranquility - a daily vacation at home, ready and
waiting for you in your own backyard!
We want you to enjoy your spa. Many hours of research have gone into the
design of your spa to ensure the ultimate in hydrotherapy and relaxation.
Only the highest quality components have been used to ensure years of
trouble free operation. Your comfort and enjoyment have been designed
into your spa from the start.
Please take the time to read through this Operator’s Guide. In it you will fi nd
guidelines on caring for your spa, a complete explanation of the controls,
safety instructions, a trouble-shooting section, and lots more.
Thank you for your business and your confi dence in our company.
We look forward to serving you!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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2-3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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4-5
• Warnings
• Dangers
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTION
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6-16
• Read and Follow
BASIC INFORMATION
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17
NORTH AMERICAN ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
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18
EUROPEAN ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
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19
WIRING DIAGRAM (XM)
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20-24
• Wiring Connections
• Wiring Confi gurations
WIRING DIAGRAM
(XE / S-CLASS)
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25-26
• Wiring Requirements
• Factory Recommendations
SET-UP AND DELIVERY
GUIDELINES
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27-29
• Surface & Pad Requirements
• Balcony & Deck Requirements
• Access Clearance
• Outdoor Installation
• Indoor Installation
• Electrical Requirements
PRE OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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30
• Priming Pump
FILTER LOCATIONS/
MAINTENANCE
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31-32
• Dual Filters / Single Filters
• Cleaning and Replacing
Filter Cartridge
• Enclosed Style
• Open Style
SPA TERMINOLOGY
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SPA TERMINOLOGY ...........SPA TERMINOLOGY
35-38
• Jets
• Water Diverter Valve
• Fountain Control
• Waterfall Control
• Air Control
• Equipment Access Panel
• Access Panels
• Draining your Spa
• Weir Gate
• Spa Light
• Spa Heater
• Gate Valves
• Main Pump
• Secondary Pump
• Third Pump
• Circulation Pump
• Ozonator
SPA WATER
MAINTENANCE
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39-42
• Cleaning Your Spa Water
• Filling Spa with Water
• Water Testing
• Balance
WINTERIZING / SPRING
START UP YOUR SPA
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START UP YOUR SPA .........START UP YOUR SPA
43
• How to Winterize
• How to Start-up
GENERAL SPA
MAINTENANCE
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44-45
• Protect Your Cover
• Protect Your Pillows
• Maintain Spa Fountain Jets
• Protect Your Surface
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GENERAL XE / S-CLASS
TOPSIDE CONTROLS
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46
GENERAL XM
TOPSIDE CONTROLS
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47
GENERAL XE / S-CLASS
DIAGNOSTIC MESSAGE
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48
GENERAL XM PACK DISPLAY
DIAGNOSTIC MESSAGE
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49-50
iPOD™ DOCK STATION
SYSTEM
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51
• Programming
CINEMA REMOTE
CONTROL SYSTEM
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52
• Programming
TROUBLESHOOTING
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53-54
NOTES
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55
WARRANTY SUMMARY
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WARRANTY SUMMARY .....WARRANTY SUMMARY
56
• Disclaimer
• Safety Sign
• Spa Manufacturer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
This Operator’s Guide utilizes the
following symbols to emphasize
particular information.
The Safety Alert Symbol
indicates a potential hazard
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
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WARNING/CAUTION
TAGS DIAGRAM
001221.072409
CAUTION
001222.072409
Merci de consulter votre revendeur pour obtenir des conseils sur les
produits chimiques compatibles.
Please consult your Dealer for approved chemical options.
KEEP FROM HEAT
FAILURE TO DO SO WILL
RESULT IN VOID OF WARRANTY.
NON-POTABLE
WATER
ATTENTION
DO NOT USE FOR DRINKING, COOKING,
WASHING ITEMS INCLUDING FOOD, UTENSILS
CLOTHING OR PARTS OF THE BODY
KEEP FROM HEAT
ATTENTION
KEEP FROM HEAT
ATTENTION
FAILURE TO DO SO WILL
RESULT IN VOID OF WARRANTY.
FAILURE TO DO SO WILL
RESULT IN VOID OF WARRANTY.
001222.072409
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WARNING/CAUTION
TAGS DIAGRAM
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INSTRUCTIONS
Included with your new spa is a safety sign. The sign is for
you and your guest’s protection and is suitable for outdoor
use in wet locations. The sign should be placed in a location
visible to all users of the spa.
Please take time to point out the physical location of the
safety sign and the importance of the safety precautions
displayed on the safety sign to all of your guests. Remember,
your safety and the safety of anyone who enjoys the use of
your spa is our utmost concern.
The sign should be mounted with screws or another type of
permanent fastener. Additional or replacement signs can be
obtained from your dealer or direct from our factory.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
WARNING!
When installing and using this electrical equipment,
basic safety precautions should be followed, including
the following:
READ AND FOLLOW
ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING -
To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children
to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
DANGER - RISK OF CHILD DROWNING.
Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access
by children. To avoid accidents, ensure that children cannot use the
spa unless they are supervised at all times.
NOTE
:
A wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a wire
of a minimum No. 4 AWG minimum 75˚C copper conductor between
this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical
equipment, metal water pipe, or conduct within 5 feet (1.52 m) of the
unit.
DANGER - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Install spa at least fi ve (5) feet (1.52 m) from all metal surfaces. A
spa may be installed within fi ve (5) feet (1.52 m) of metal surfaces
if, in accordance with the National Electrical Code / IEC, each metal
surface is permanently connected by a minimum No. 4 AWG (6. mm)
minimum 75˚C copper conductor attached to the wire connector on
the terminal box. A grounding lug is provided for this purpose.
DANGER - RISK OF INJURY.
The suction fi ttings in
this spa are sized to match the specifi c water fl ow created by the
pump. Should the need arise to replace the suction fi ttings or the
pump, be sure that the fl ow rates are compatible.
NOTE:
Never operate the spa if the suction fi ttings are broken or
missing. Never replace a suction fi tting with one rated less than the
fl ow rate marked on the original suction fi tting.
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DANGER -
To reduce the risk of injury to persons, do not
remove the suction grate. Suction through drains and skimmers is
powerful when the jets in the spa are in use. Damaged covers can be
hazardous to small children and adults with long hair. Should any part
of the body be drawn into these fi ttings, turn off the spa immediately.
As a precaution, long hair should not be allowed to fl oat in the spa.
WARNING.
Install the spa so that water can be easily drained
out of the compartment containing electrical components so as not to
damage equipment. Also, when installing spa, allow at least 2 feet of
clearance around the perimeter of the spa to provide enough room
to access for servicing. Contact your local dealer for their specifi c
requirements.
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
INJURY:
• REMINDER - Never allow anyone to dive into a spa.
Always enter feet fi rst.
• Always enter and exit a spa slowly.
• Do not use the spa alone.
• Before entering the spa, always measure the water temperature
with an accurate thermometer. Tolerance of water temperature
regulating devices can vary as much as plus/minus 5˚ F (3˚ C).
• Persons suffering from obesity or with a medical history of
heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pressure or
circulatory system problems should consult a physician before
using a spa.
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WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
INJURY: (CONT.)
• Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for
causing fetal damage during early months of pregnancy,
pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa
water temperatures to 100˚ F (38˚ C).
• Excessive water temperature can be dangerous. The water in the
spa should never exceed 104˚ F (40˚ C). Water temperatures
between 100˚ F (38˚ C) and 104˚ F (40˚ C) are considered safe
for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are recommended for
extended use (exceeding 10 minutes) and for young children.
Long exposures at higher temperatures can result in hyperthermia.
•
The use of alcohol, drugs or medication before or during spa use
may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.
•
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.
• Children’s body temperature can increase more rapidly than
adults in the same water with elevated temperatures (above 99˚ F).
Children should spend less time in water above body
temperature than adults.
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INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
INJURY: (CONT.)
WARNING!
HYPERTHERMIA
Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body
reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature
of 98.6˚ F.
THE SYMPTONS OF HYPERTHERMIA INCLUDE:
• Dizziness
• Fainting
• Drowsiness
• Lethargy
• Increase in internal body temperature
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
• Unconsciousness resulting in potential of drowning
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WARNING -
The use of alcohol, drugs or medication can greatly
increase the risk of hyperthermia in hot tubs and spas.
• The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa
use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.
• 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.
REMINDER -
A safe temperature for swimming or aquatic
exercise is around 80˚ F.
NOTE -
People with infections or sores should not use the spa.
Warm and hot water temperatures may allow the growth of infectious
bacteria if not properly disinfected.
DANGER - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Do
not permit any electric appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio or
television within fi ve (5) feet of the spa. Never operate any electrical
appliances from inside the spa or while wet.
WARNING - RISK OF SUFFOCATION.
If this
spa is equipped with a heater, it is intended for outdoor use only,
unless proper ventilation can be provided for an indoor installation.
CAUTION - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Do
not leave the CD compartment open.
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INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Replace components only with identical components.
NOTE -
The CD player controls are not to be operated while
inside the spa.
WARNING - PREVENT ELECTROCUTION.
Do not connect any auxiliary components (for example, additional
speaker, headphones, additional audio/video components etc.) to
the system. These units are not provided with an outdoor antenna.
Do not service this product yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to your qualifi ed spa tech.
If the power supply/supply cord(s) are damaged, if water is entering
the speaker, CD compartment, or any other component in the
electrical equipment compartment area, the protective shield is
showing signs of deterioration, or there are signs of other potentially
hazardous damage to the unit, turn off the circuit breaker from the
wall and contact or refer to your service technician.
The unit should be subject to periodic routine maintenance once
every quarter to make sure that the unit is operating properly.
DANGER - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Do
not permit any electric appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio or
television within fi ve (5) feet of the spa.
A green colored terminal or a terminal marked G, GR. Ground,
Grounding or the symbol shown in Figure 14.1 of UL1563 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 supplying this
equipment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
CONT.
Do at least two lugs marked “Bonding Lugs” are provided on the
external surface or on the inside of the supply terminal box or
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. 4 AWG.
All fi eld-installed metal components such as rails, ladders, drains or
other similar hardware with 3m of the spa shall be bonded to the
equipment grounding bus with copper conductors not smaller then
No. 4 AWG.
CAUTION -
Test the ground fault circuit interrupter before each
use of the spa.
CAUTION -
Read the instruction manual.
CAUTION -
Adequate drainage must be provided if the
equipment is to be installed in a pit, or equivalent.
WARNING -
Water temperature in excess of 100.4°f (38°c)
may be injurious to your health.
WARNING -
Disconnect the electric power before servicing.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Children should not use spas or hot tubs without adult
supervision.
WARNING:
Do not use 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 spa or hot tub.
WARNING:
People with infectious diseases should not use a spa
or hot tub.
WARNING:
To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting
the spa or hot tub.
WARNING:
Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of
a spa or hot tub to avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a
physician before using a spa or hot tub.
WARNING:
Water temperature in excess of 98.6
o
F (38
o
C) may be
injurious to your health.
WARNING:
Before entering the spa or hot tub measure the water
temperature with an accurate thermometer.
WARNING:
Do not use a spa or hot tub immediately following
strenuous exercise.
WARNING:
Prolonged immersion in a 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 1.5 M of this spa or hot tub.
CAUTION:
Maintain water chemistry in accordance with
manufacturer’s instruction.
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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
(a) unawareness of impending hazard
(b) failure to perceive heat
(c) failure to recognize the need to exit spa
(d) physical inability to exit spa
(e) fetal damage in pregnant women
(f) unconsciousness and danger of drowning
WARNING:
THE USE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS CAN GREATLY
INCREASE THE RISK OF FATAL HYPERTHERMIA IN HOT TUBS AND
SPAS.
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INSTRUCTIONS
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C
ongratulations on the purchase of your new spa. Our goal is to provide
you with a warm and relaxing spa which incorporates a soothing water
massage. In order to maximize the pleasure of your spa, you will need to
understand how it works.
The following operating and maintenance instructions are very important
and must be followed carefully. With proper care and maintenance your
spa will provide you with years of satisfaction with minimum effort.
• The pump and heater should be operated a minimum of two hours
per day for cleaning and heating.
• The length of time required to heat your spa to the desired water
temperature will vary, depending on the air temperature, season, and
wind velocity. We highly recommend using a vinyl hard cover to
minimize heat loss and to protect your spa when not in use. Covers
are available from your local spa dealer.
• The replaceable fi lter cartridge is trouble free and easy to clean. A
routine cleaning is the best practice. Make sure the pump is off, then
remove the cartridge. Wash it off using a water hose with a pressure
nozzle and then reassemble. This should be done on a monthly basis.
• Keep the spa water level 2” above the skimmer. Never allow the water
level to drop below the bottom of the skimmer opening. If the water
level is too low, the skimmer will allow air into the water lines of the
pump, causing it to lose its prime (waterfl ow). Running the pump
without water fl ow will damage the pump seal assembly and could
possibly result in further equipment damage, which will not be
covered under warranty.
• If your spa has a natural wood skirt or if you purchased a gazebo, we
recommend applying a wood sealer of your choice (always follow
application instructions) to protect the fi nis
h. Repeat as directions
suggest.
• You should clean your spa at least every 3-4 months. Drain the spa
water and use a gentle liquid cleanser. DO NOT use hard brushes
or abrasive cleaners. Fill with regular tap water and chemically treat
the water for a clean and healthy spa.
BASIC INFORMATION
CAUTION!
CAUTION:
Cover must be kept on spa at all times when spa
is drained or winterized. Direct exposure to sunlight can damage
plastic parts and interior surface, jets, or any interior components.
Damage caused by exposure to the sun will not be covered under
warranty.
Do not use soft water. It may harm your acrylic.
WARNING!
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NORTH AMERICAN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
REQUIREMENT’S
HAVE YOUR ELECTRICIAN READ THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLATION BEGINS
Electrical connections made improperly, or the use of wire incorrectly
sized,
may continually blow fuses in the electrical equipment box, may
damage the internal electrical controls and components. Any of these
conditions may be unsafe and will void the warranty.
It is the responsibility of the spa owner to ensure that electrical
connections are made by a qualifi ed electrician in accordance with
the National Electrical code and any local and state electrical codes in
force at the time of installation.
These connections must be made in accordance with the wiring
diagrams found inside the control box. This equipment has been
designed to operate on 60Hz, alternating current only, 240 volts
are required. Make sure that power is not applied while performing
electrical installation. A copper bonding lug has been provided on the
electrical equipment pack to allow connection to local ground points.
The ground wire must be at least 4 or 6 AWG copper wire and must be
connected securely to a grounded metal surface such as a cold water
pipe. The electrical supply for your spa must include a 60 AMP switch or
circuit breaker to open all non-grounded supply conductors to comply
with section 422-20 of the National Electrical Code. This disconnect
must be readily accessible to the spas occupants, but installed at least
fi ve feet from the spa but within sight. A ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) must be used to comply with section 680-42 of the National
Electrical Code. A GFCI is designed to automatically shut off power to
a piece of equipment when a ground fault is detected.
Power hook-up to the spa must be a 240 volt 3 wire plus ground (6
AWG copper).
Route the cable into the equipment area for fi nal hookup to terminals
inside the control panel. The spa must be hooked up to a “dedicated”
240 volt, 60 amp breaker and GFCI. The term “dedicated” means the
electrical circuit for the spa is not being used for any other electrical items
(patio lights, appliances, garage circuits, etc.) If the spa is connected
to a non-dedicated circuit, overloading will result in “nuisance tripping”,
which requires resetting of the breaker switch located in the house
main electrical panel.
(Excludes any 110/120 volt models.)
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