Sundance Spas 880 Series User manual

880
owner’s manual
Altamar™| Capri™ | Cameo™| Majesta™| Marin™| Maxxus™ | Optima™
6530-395T Rev. A

Attention New Hot Tub Owner!
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sundance®hot tub! The following is
a list of automated functions performed by your hot tub. 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 recom-
mendations you should observe on a regular basis to protect your new investment.
Automated Spa Operations
Your new hot tub is equipped with an automated “blow-out” cycle that clears all
plumbing lines daily to promote maximum water sanitation. Each day at 12:00 PM
(noon), pump 2, pump 3 (Maxxus Models Only) and the blower will automatically
turn on for a period of one minute, then go off. Then pump 1 will turn on and run
for one minute to complete the blow-out cycle. Be aware, the factory programmed
blow-out cycle cannot be canceled or altered!
Maintain Healthy Spa Water
Always maintain your hot tub’s water chemistry within the following parameters as
dened by the Association of Pool And Spa Professionals:
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 spa lter as outlined below to ensure healthy spa water. Refer
to pages 58-59 for additional information.
Required Filter Maintenance
Your new hot tub is equipped with an advanced MicroClean Plus water ltration
system that provides unsurpassed water quality! To ensure maximum water quality
at all times, you should replace the lter cartridge every six months, or earlier as
necessary. The lter cartridge is designed to be thrown away! Attempts to reuse the
lter cartridge may result in the re-release of unwanted particles back into the hot
tub. See pages 53-
54 for detailed lter cartridge replacement instructions.
Required Water Replacement
You should replace the hot tub’s water every 3 to 6 months. The frequency depends
on a number of variables including frequency of use, number of users, and atten-
tion 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 58-59 for additional information.
© 2008 by Sundance Spas, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Table of Contents
1.0 Important Hot Tub Owner Information............................1
2.0 Important safety instructions ..........................................2
3.0 Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub ...................................7
3.1 Outdoor Location ......................................................................... 7
3.2 Indoor Location ............................................................................ 8
4.0 General Electrical Safety Instructions............................9
5.0 Electrical Installation Instructions (240V Service).........9
6.0 Maxxus Power Requirements........................................13
7.0 Altamar/Cameo/Capri/Marin/Majesta/Optima
Power Requirements......................................................14
8.0 Hot Tub Fill Up Procedure..............................................15
9.0 Hot Tub Features (All Models) .......................................20
9.1 Main Control Panel Functions.................................................... 20
9.2 LCD Screen Functions............................................................... 21
10.0 Operating Instructions ...................................................29
10.1 View Button................................................................................ 29
10.2 Light Button (Main Control Panel).............................................. 29
10.3 AquaTerrace™ Light Control Panel ........................................... 29
10.4 Air Injection ................................................................................ 30
10.5 Activate Jets Pump 1 ................................................................. 30
10.6 Activate Jets Pump 2/Pump 3.................................................... 30
10.7 Selecting The Desired Massage Action ..................................... 31
10.8 Adjusting Fluidix Reex And Intelli-Jets ..................................... 31
10.9 Air Controls ................................................................................ 32
10.10 Waterfall Control ........................................................................ 32
10.11 Fragrance Dispenser ................................................................. 32
10.12 Optional SunSound™ Audio System ......................................... 33
10.13 Maxxus Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram ........................... 34
10.14 Maxxus Air Controls Diagram .................................................... 35
10.15 Optima Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram............................ 36
10.16 Optima Air Controls Diagram ..................................................... 37
10.17 Cameo Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram............................ 38
10.18 Cameo Air Controls Diagram ..................................................... 39
10.19 Majesta Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram........................... 40

10.20 Majesta Air Controls Diagram .................................................... 41
10.21 Altamar Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram ........................... 42
10.22 Altamar Air Controls Diagram .................................................... 43
10.23 Marin Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram .............................. 44
10.24 Marin Air Controls Diagram........................................................ 45
10.25 Capri Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram............................... 46
10.26 Capri Air Controls Diagram ........................................................ 47
11.0 Heating Modes ................................................................48
11.1 Standard Mode (Factory Default)............................................... 48
11.2 Economy Mode.......................................................................... 48
11.3 Selecting Standard or Economy Mode ...................................... 48
11.4 Clean-Up “Blow-Out” Cycle........................................................ 48
12.0 Programming Instructions.............................................49
12.1 Programming Filter/Circulation Pump (Standard Mode)............ 49
12.2 Programmable Heat Cycles (Economy Mode Only) .................. 49
12.3 Adjusting Time of Day................................................................ 51
12.4 Main Control Panel Lock............................................................ 51
12.5 Temperature Setting Lock .......................................................... 52
12.6 Programming the Change Filter Reminder ................................ 52
13.0 Hot Tub Maintenance......................................................53
13.1 Replacing the Filter Cartridge .................................................... 53
13.2 Draining And Relling................................................................. 55
13.3 Cleaning The Hot Tub Interior.................................................... 56
13.4 Pillow Care................................................................................. 56
13.5 Maintaining the Synthetic or TerraStone Cabinet....................... 56
13.6 Maintaining The Cover............................................................... 57
13.7 Winterizing ................................................................................. 57
13.8 Restarting Your Hot Tub in Cold Weather .................................. 58
14.0 Water Quality Maintenance............................................58
14.1 pH Control.................................................................................. 58
14.2 Sanitizing ................................................................................... 59
14.3 Other Additives........................................................................... 59
14.4 Ozone Water Maintenance System ........................................... 59
14.5 Handrail Maintenance................................................................ 60
15.0 Troubleshooting - Display Messages ...........................60
16.0 Troubleshooting - Procedures.......................................62

17.0 North American 60Hz Maxxus Electrical Wiring
Diagram ..........................................................................65
18.0 North American 60Hz Altamar/Cameo/Capri/
Majesta/Optima/Marin Electrical Wiring Diagram........66
19.0 North American 60Hz Cameo/Optima Electrical
Wiring Diagram ...............................................................67
20.0 Export 50Hz Maxxus Electrical Wiring Diagram ..........68
21.0 Circuit Board Pin Assignments .....................................69
22.0 Typical Hot Tub Wiring Diagrams A-B (North
American 60 Hz Models Only) .......................................70
23.0 Optional SunSound™Stereo Receiver Features.........71
23.1 SunSound Stereo Receiver Button Controls.............................. 71
23.2 SunSound Stereo Receiver General Controls ........................... 71
22.3 SunSound Stereo Receiver Operation....................................... 72
23.4 SunSound Stereo Receiver Troubleshooting............................. 74
23.5 SunSound Stereo Receiver CD Player Operation ..................... 75
23.6 Stereo Receiver Specications.................................................. 76
23.7 Standard Wireless Remote Control Functions........................... 77
23.8 Wireless Remote Battery Replacement Procedure ................... 79
23.9 iPod™ Docking Station.............................................................. 80
23.10 Generic MP3 Player Operation.................................................. 81

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1.0 Important Hot Tub Owner Information
Your Sundance®hot tub 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 hot tub for ef-
cient operation, an uncovered hot tub surface and wall ttings directly
exposed to sunlight and high temperatures for an extended period
are subject to permanent damage or discoloration. Damage caused
by exposing the hot tub to this abuse is not covered under warranty.
We recommend that you always keep the hot tub full of water when it
is exposed to direct sunlight and that you keep the Sundance insulat-
ing cover in place at all times when the hot tub is not in use. Read and
carefully follow the requirements for your hot tub’s support base found in
the Section 3.0 titled, “Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub” (page 7) or as
prescribed by your authorized Sundance Spas dealer.
Sundance 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.
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 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 deter-
mined 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.)

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2.0 Important safety instructions
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precau-
tions should always be followed, including:
1. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use
this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
2. WARNING: A grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to
connect a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4mm²) solid copper conduc-
tor 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.
3. DANGER: Risk of Accidental Drowning. Extreme caution must be
exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid acci-
dents, ensure that children cannot use this hot tub unless they are
supervised at all times.
4. DANGER: Risk of Injury. The suction ttings in this spa are sized to
match the specic water ow created by the pump. If it is necessary
to replace the suction ttings or the pump, be sure that the ow rates
are compatible. Because of the risk of injury,
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.
Never replace a suction tting with one rated less than the ow •
rate marked on the original suction tting.
5. DANGER: Risk of Injury. The suction ttings in this hot tub 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 the hot tub if the suc-
tion ttings are broken or missing. Never replace a suction tting
with one rated less than the ow rate marked on the original suction
tting.
6. DANGER: Risk of Electric Shock. Install at least 5 feet (1.5m), from
all metal surfaces. As an alternative, a hot tub may be installed
within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently
connected (bonded) by a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4mm²) solid cop-
per conductor attached to the wire connector on the grounding lug,
inside the equipment compartment on the equipment box.
7. DANGER: Risk of Electric Shock. Do not permit any electrical appli-
ance, such as a lights, telephones, radios, televisions, etc. within 5
feet (1.5m) of a hot tub unless such appliances are built-in by the
manufacturer.

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8. 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, ANSI/NFPA 70. The disconnect must be
readily accessible and visible to the hot tub occupant but installed at
least 5 feet (1.5m), from the hot tub water.
9. WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Injury:
10. The water in the hot tub should never exceed 104°F (40°C). Water
temperatures between 100°F (38°C) and 104°F (40°C) are consid-
ered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are recom-
mended for young children and when hot tub use may exceed 10
minutes.
11. Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for caus-
ing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, pregnant or
possibly pregnant women should limit hot tub water temperatures
to 100°F (38°C). If pregnant, please consult your physician before
using a hot tub.
12. Before entering the hot tub, the user should measure the water tem-
perature with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of water
temperature-regulating devices may vary as much as +/- 5°F (2°C).
13. The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during hot tub use
may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.
14. 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 hot tub. If you experience breathing dif-
culties in association with using or operating your hot tub, discon-
tinue use and consult your physician.
15. Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a
hot tub since some medication may induce drowsiness, while other
medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
16. Always shower before and after using your hot tub. 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, discon-
tinue use and seek medical attention.

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Important CSA safety instructions (Canada only)
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 termi-
nal 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 equiva-
lent 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 exter-
nal surface or on the inside of the supply terminal box/compartment.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect the local common bond-
ing grid in the area of the hot tub to these terminals with an insulated
or bare copper conductor not smaller than No. 6 AWG (10mm²).
4. All eld-installed metal components such as rails, ladders, drains
or other similar hardware within 10 feet (3m) of the hot tub shall be
bonded to the equipment grounding buss with copper conductors not
smaller than No. 6 AWG (10mm²).
5. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: Children should not use hot tubs without adult supervision.
WARNING: Do not use hot tubs unless all suction guards are installed to
prevent body and hair entrapment.
WARNING: People with infectious diseases should not use a hot tub.
WARNING: To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the
hot tub.
WARNING: Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a hot
tub to avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning.
WARNING: Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a
physician before using a hot tub.
WARNING: Water temperature in excess of 40°C (104°F) may be injuri-
ous to your health.