Viking spas spaTouch BP Series User manual

spaTouch BP System
2019 Owner’s Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
• Important Safety Instructions 2
Personal Safety Precautions 5
Installation and Set-Up Instructions 5
Electrical Requirements (BP601) 5
GFCI Wiring Installation (220v) 7
Electrical Specifications 8
• Spa Startup Directions 8
• Plug and Play Cord Location 9
• Operation Instructions 9
Topside Control Instructions 10
Features found on various Viking models 11
Topside Control Instructions (all two pump systems) 12
Spa Jets and Air Controls 15
• Filling Directions
Stereo Operation 14
Vibrosonic Jet Operation 14
Fill the Spa With Water 14
Skimmer Side Filter 15
Add Start-Up Chemicals 15
• aintenance 16
Spa Draining 16
Spa Surface Care 17
Long-Term Storage 17
Pillow Maintenance 17
Filter Cleaning 18
Spa Cabinet Maintenance 19
• Ozonator 19
• Gallon Specifications 20
• Spa Situations & Solutions 21
• Trouble Shooting 22
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I PORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When installing and using this electrical equipment basic safety precau-
tions should always be followed including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW
ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury do not permit
children to use this product unless they are closely supervised
at all times. Keep spa cover locked when not in use.
2. A wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum
No. 8 AWG (8.4mm2) solid copper conductor between this
unit and any metal equipment metal water pipe or conduit
within 5 feet (1.5m) of the unit.
3. DANGER: Risk of Injury. The suction fittings in this spa are
sized to match the specific water flow created by the pump.
Should the need arise to replace the suction fittings or the
pump be sure that the flow rates are compatible. Never
operate the spa if the suction fittings are broken or missing.
Never replace a suction fitting with one rated less than the flow
rate marked on the original fitting.
4. DANGER: Risk of Accidental Drowning. Extreme Caution
must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children.
To avoid accidents insure that children cannot use this spa
unless they are supervised at all times.
5. 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 No. 8 AWG (8.4mm2)
solid copper conductor to the wire connector on the terminal
box that is provided for this purpose.
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6. DANGER: Risk of Electric Shock. Do not permit any
electrical appliance such as a light telephone radio or
television within 5 feet (1.5m) of a spa.
7. WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Injury:
a) Before using your spa you should check the water
temperature with a thermometer that is known to be
accurate. The water temperature in a spa should never
exceed 104°F (40°C). A water temperature of 104°F is
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 injury during the early months of pregnancy
pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa
water temperature to 100°F (38°C).
c) The use of alcohol drugs or medication before or during
spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of
drowning.
d) Persons suffering from obesity or with a medical history of
heart disease low or high blood pressure circulatory
system problems or diabetes should consult a physician
before using a spa.
e) Persons using medication should consult a physician before
using a spa since some medication may induce drowsiness
while other medications may affect heart rate blood
pressure and circulation.
8. The causes symptoms and affects of hyperthermia may be
described as follows:
Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body
reaches a level several degrees above the normal temperature
of 98.6°F. The symptoms of hyperthermia include an increase
in the internal temperature of the body dizziness lethargy
drowsiness and fainting.
The effects of hyperthermia include:
• Failure to feel heat
• Failure to recognize the need to exit the spa
• Unawareness of impending hazards
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• Fetal injury in pregnant women
• Physical inability to exit the spa or hot tub
• Unconsciousness resulting in the potential of drowning
9. WARNING: The use of alcohol drugs or medication can
greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia. If you suspect
hyperthermia immediately get medical help lay the victim on
their back with the head slightly elevated for easier breathing
cover the body with a blanket and apply ice packs to the
head.
10. Never touch or come in contact with any electrical accessory
when in your spa or when your body is wet.
11. Prior to performing any service to the spa pack turn off ALL
power to the system at the main power source breaker.
NOTE: A READILY ACCESSIBLE DISCONNECTING EANS
SHALL BE PROVIDED DURING INSTALLATION.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Please use the spa when others are present.
2. Children should have spa access only with the permission and
supervision of an adult.
3. To reduce the risk of child drowning keep the spa filter clean
and unclogged. Do not modify the suction or filtration
systems.
4. Exercise caution when entering or leaving the spa. When
moving or changing positions be sure of your footing before
applying your full weight as water refraction can be
misleading.
5. Do not stay in the spa for extended periods of time. Set a
reasonable time limit after which you leave the spa cool
down take a shower relax and then return for another stay in
the spa.
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INSTALLATION AND SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS
SURFACE AND PAD REQUIRE ENTS
• Your new portable spa must be placed on a uniformly firm
flat and level surface. A concrete pad 4 inches thick is best.
• In order to prevent flooding of the electrical equipment the
pad must be such that water will drain away from the spa.
• If your spa is located near sprinklers adjust or cap them so
as not to hit the siding of the spa.
NOTE: Do not put your spa on any soft surface such as sand grass
crushed rock or dirt. Any settling surface will put an uneven pressure and
tension to the spa structure and may void the warranty.
BALCONIES AND DECK REQUIRE ENTS
• Decking must be constructed to support 85 pounds per sq. ft.
• Balconies must be constructed to meet current state and
local codes.
• Gates must be self-closing and self-latching.
ELECTRICAL REQUIRE ENTS
NOTE: Name badge on rub rail indicates equipment location
50 amp GFCI Rating
Aurora 3 Royale Regal Royale ETS Regal ETS Legacy 1 & Legend 1
60 amp GFCI Rating
Legacy 2 Legend 2 Heritage 1 & 2 Tradition 1 & 2
• It is the customer’s responsibility to acquire necessary
permits and to arrange for installation and hook up of
the electrical power.
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220-VOLT
(BP601 Power System)
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*Green ground connection located on left side of control panel.
WHITE
BLACK
RED
GREEN*

GFCI WIRING INSTALLATION (220V)
(BP601 Power System)
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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
NOTICE: All spa electrical wiring must be performed by
a qualified, licensed electrician in order to meet NEC
(National Electrical Code) state and local codes.
1. The lines carrying power to the spa must be dedicated to the
spa and should not be shared with any other appliance(s).
2. All electrical wiring lines must originate from the electrical
panel and terminate hard wired into the electrical wiring
compartment. The use of extension cords or improper plug
type termination is expressly prohibited and voids the warranty.
3. Do not use aluminum wiring. Use only copper conductive
wiring.
4. Wire gauge must be in accordance with NEC
requirements for the distance from current source to spa and
the current rating as stated on the ID label that is attached to
the equipment control enclosure.
5. All wiring installed in conduit must be approved for usage
by state and local codes. The conduit must terminate at the
electrical access compartment either from the bottom of the
spa or through a hole in the side panel of the spa.
SPA STARTUP DIRECTIONS
All Viking Spas require a solid flat surface.* This is to ensure that the
spa cabinet is not exposed to a pressure stress condition that may result
in cabinet damage and shell cracking. A concrete pad is the best
example of a solid, flat surface, however, wood decking
is suitable, provided it can withstand 85# per sq. ft. with-
out deflection.
* FAILURE TO PROVIDE A PROPER, SOLID, FLAT SURFACE
AY DA AGE YOUR SPA AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
Please check with a licensed contractor and local codes prior to any
construction.
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POWER CORD ACCESS LOCATION
Viking Spas has provided three access
points located in the bottom corner to
assist in running the electrical conduit to
the power system. Simply remove the
plug to access the opening.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BP601
It is very important to make sure that the spa is filled at least 3/4 way
up the skimmer opening. ake sure the gate valves are in
the open or up position.
WARNING: Do not run spa with gate valves closed or run pump
with no water circulating in spa for long periods. Damage could occur
to the spa equipment.
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BP601 System
Installed in: Viking 3 Aurora 2
Aurora 3 Royale Regal Royale
ETS Regal ETS All Legacy
Legend Heritage and Tradition

TOPSIDE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Instructions: For operating instructions please type the
following into your web browser:
http://vikingspas.com/ftp/2018spatouchmanual.pdf
OR click on the QR code below.
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WATERFALL ADJUSTABILITY
The Aurora P Aurora P+ and the Aurora 3 feature a Waterfall which
allows the user to regulate the flow of water to the jet by simply turn-
ing the valve for the waterfall from “off” to “on”. (See illustration
below)
LED LIGHTING FEATURE
The Aurora P+ Royale P+ Regal P+ Viking 3 Aurora 3 Royale
Royale ETS Regal Regal ETS Legacy Legend Heritage & Tradition
Series models are also equipped with an LED light system. This light-
ing which encompasses the interior of the spa is also incorporated
into the light in the foot well of these models. The LED Lighting system
consists of a 7 position controller. The first time the light is turned on
it will begin to display all 7 colors available in an automatic rotating
sequence. Each time you sequence the light on/off all colors will be
displayed individually. It may be necessary to wait 1-2 seconds
between cycling the lights on and off in order to get to the next color
sequence.
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Regulates Air
into Jets
NOTE: Close air controls
when not in use.

SPA JETS AND AIR CONTROLS
SPA JETS
Adjustable Spa Jets may be turned off and on by rotating jet faceplate
left or right.
Note: DO NOT TURN ALL SPA JETS OFF AT THE
SAME TIME. THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE
PUMP AND MOTOR.
Note: To remove jet insert turn jet face counter-clockwise to the shut
off point. Continue turning until the jet unscrews from body. To rein-
stall the jet insert jet into body and turn clockwise until the jet stops.
AirX Jet Option
If installed these red jets will be controlled
using the red matching air control pictured.
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Twin Adjustable Roto
Directional & Roto Poly
Rotational and Directional
Mini
Directional &
Rotational Cluster

VOLCANO Jet (Heritage & Tradition
only)
The Turbo jet is located on the filter cavity
wall is the Turbo jet. This jet is a combina-
tion valve and high capacity jet. To turn
the Turbo jet on simply turn the face count-
er-clockwise to the first stop position. To turn
the Turbo jet off turn the face clockwise to
bring the main jets back to full power.*
The Volcano Jet operates on a valve
located in the middle of the lounger. Turn
the valve to activate the jet. Note: this valve
directs one of the pumps and will effect the flow
this pump used to power other jets in the spa.
* Due to the substantial amount of water pressure when the Turbo Jet is
operating you must turn the pump to the off or low speed cycle position
before attempting to rotate the jet face.
AIR CONTROLS
Air controls are adjusted by rotating the topside dial. These controls
serve to regulate the amount of air mixed with water when the whirlpool
or hydrotherapy jets are operating in the high pump mode.
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All other models (See illus-
tration on page 11)

STEREO INFOR ATION
If your spa is equiped with a stereo option you will find the operating
instructions in the SpaTouch Operating Instruction on page 10.
VIBROSONIC JET SYSTE
If your spa is equiped with a Vibrosonic you will find the operating
instructions in the warranty package.
FILL THE SPA WITH WATER
a. Clear all debris from your spa.
b. Remove filter element
c. Using a garden hose place hose in filter chamber for filling. Do
not fill higher than three quarters of the way up the skimmer opening
d. We DO NOT recommend the use of softened water due
to the potential harm of damaging equipment.
e. As water level rises check inside equipment compartments for
water leaks. It may be necessary to tighten loose unions and/or
fittings.
f. Make sure T-Handled Gate VALVES at pump and heater are open
and the valve handle retaining clips are in place. (Fully extended up
position).
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SKI ER SIDE FILTER
All Viking spas have a skimmer side filter that does not require “air
bleeding” on initial startup. If an air lock develops loosen the union
on return side of pump. See Diagram (A) below. Let small amount of
water drain from connection while the pump is running. Once the
water begins to flow out of the jets retighten the union. Make sure
Gate Valve is in the “open” position and the black retainer clip is
snapped into place.
Clean spa filters are critical for proper operation. Dirty filters cause
water restriction to the pump which in turn may cause erratic heating
of the spa. A starving pump will degrade performance result in dirty
or murky water and may cause the heater to malfunction.
ADD START-UP CHE ICALS
Ask your spa retailer to HELP you set up a chemical maintenance program.
The importance of chemical balance in your spa cannot be overem-
phasized.
SANITIZING: Please refer to your dealer supplied sanitizing recom-
mendations for your start up procedures.
NOTE: If you live in an area where city water is not available or
your spa water shows signs of calcium content you will need to add a
“stain n scale” chemical on initial fill and then once a week thereafter.
* Staining of shell due to improper use of chemicals
(as recommended by chemical manufacturer) will not be
considered a warranty defect by Viking Spas.
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(A)

AINTENANCE
SPA DRAINING
Every 90 days depending upon water condition you may need to
renew the spa water. To drain your spa power must be disconnected
at the circuit breaker. Locate the drain faucet inside the spa cabinet
(for Viking IP 2P & 3 models) or on the corner near the bottom of the
side panel next to the equipment (for all other models). 1. Twist cap off
and attach a garden hose to the opening. 2. Turn the outside body
counter clockwise until it stops. 3. Pull on the drain that the hose is
connected to until you hear a pop. 4. Drain the spa. 5. Reverse this
procedure to shut the water off. Note: the drain will not remove all of
the water in the spa. You may have to remove a small amount of
water by hand.
DRAIN LOCATIONS
Water Gate Valve
Drain for Viking IP, 2P
& Viking 3 odels
Drain for all
other odels
Operation instructions are virtually the same
for all of our models.
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SPA SURFACE CARE
Do not use abrasive solvents or cleaners to clean spa
surfaces. Only use the following: Lemon Juice, Amonia,
Vinegar or Soap and Water.
LONG-TER STORAGE (90 days or more)
We strongly urge you to contact your dealer to winterize
your spa. If you are not going to use your spa for an extended period
of time drain it as described above. You will also have to drain the
pump. Water left in the spa during long-term storage may cause freeze
damage.*
To drain the pump remove the drain plug from the face of the pump.
Additional water removal is required to prevent freeze damage to the
spa plumbing assembly. Remove the piping assembly between the
pump and the heater by loosening the union at the pump and the
union at the heater. Once the piping is removed use a wet/dry shop
vac to vacuum water from both the pump side and the heater side
openings. Once all water is removed from these lines we also recom-
mend that you place the vacuum over each jet and the suction fittings
and vacuum any remaining water that may be trapped in these lines.
You may now reinstall the piping assembly that was removed earlier
and reinstall the pump plug.
NOTE: We also recommend vacuuming each jet opening to ensure
that all of the water is out of the plumbing lines.
*FREEZE DA AGE TO THE SPA PLU BING IS NOT COV-
ERED UNDER THE WARRANTY.
SPA PILLOW AINTENANCE
• Your spa pillows need to be washed and rinsed periodically to
remove any chemical residue. This should help to eliminate pillows
becoming stiff and discolored. Note: Your spa pillows are not covered
under your warranty.
• If the spa is not to be used for a period of time pillows should be
removed. This will extend the life of the pillow.
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• Always leave the cover open for 15 minutes every 30 days to pre-
vent off gas from damaging your spa pillows cover and other critical
components. Signs of off gas damage include but are not limited to pil-
low peeling and bubbling discoloration cover failing prematurely
plastics or jet inserts failing. Note: These types of failures are not cov-
ered under your warranty.
FILTER CLEANING
Remove filter face cover by pulling straight up and slightly toward the
spa on front plate/face cover. (As shown below.) Remove access bas-
ket and unscrew filter cartridge(s) from housing. To reinstall weir door
assembly door must be placed through throat of skimmer prior to slid-
ing assembly into place. Refer to filter cleaning procedure for Viking IP
Viking 2P & Viking 3 on previous page. Note: Spas with this filter uti-
lize 50 sq. ft. cartridge filters.
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A. Locate skimmer. B. Remove front plate.
C. Remove basket & filters. D. Clean per instructions.

SPA CABINET AINTENANCE
Your Viking spa cabinet is designed to be maintenance free. However
if dirt or grime should appear simply use a mild soap solution and
clean with a rag.
OZONATOR
If your spa is equipped with an ozonator go to page 10 to download
the spatouch owners manual and refer to page 15 to adjust filtration.
Viking recommends each filtration cycle to run for 4 hours for a com-
bined 8 hour daily period of time to provide adequate ozonation pro-
vided there is proper chemical balance in the spa.
NOTE: Please Do Not attempt to disassemble ozonator if it
becomes inoperable. Ozonators contain no user serviceable parts.
Please contact your spa retailer or service organization.
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