Cal Spas LTR20101000 User Manual
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Preparing for Your New Portable Spa
Planning the Best Location..............3
Preparing a Good Foundation............3
120 Volt Electrical Installation...........4
240 Volt Electrical Installation...........4
GFCI Wiring Diagram ..................7
Gas Heater Hook up ...................8
Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa 10
Priming the Pump ....................11
Operating Your Spa
5100, 6200 and 6300 Electronic Control
Operation...........................12
9800 Electronic Control Operation.......14
“Sounds Good” System Operation .......17
Auxiliary Control Panels ...............17
Periodic Reminder Messages ...........18
Diagnostic Messages..................18
Electrical Power Efciency .............20
Jets................................21
Diverter Knobs.......................21
Waterfalls ..........................21
Air Venturis .........................21
Adjustable Therapy System ............22
Wireless Spa Monitor .................22
LED Perimeter Lighting................23
Clear Water Plan
The Key to Clear Water ................24
Testing and Adjusting Spa Water........25
Sanitation...........................26
About the Pure XL Water Sanitizer.......28
Filter Cleaning .......................28
Bather Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Starting the Spa with Fresh Water.......29
Maintenance Schedule ................30
Cal Zone Quest Ozonator ..............31
Cal Clarity Bromine Generator ..........31
Troubleshooting Water Clarity Problems..33
Cleaning and Maintenance
Removing and Reseating the Pillows.....34
Spa Cover...........................34
Draining Your Portable Spa ............35
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter........35
Winterizing (Cold Climate Draining) .....36
Vacation Care........................36
Cleaning Your Spa ....................37
Jet Removal and Replacement ..........38
Using the Entertainment System
Listening to the Radio.................39
Inserting and Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . .39
Playing a CD.........................39
Using the iPod Docking Station .........40
Programming the Universal Remote Control
40
Using the iSound Remote Music System . . 41
About the SunBriteTV Monitor ..........41
Appendix
Replacement Parts ...................42
Keeping Fit with your Spa..............50
Troubleshooting .....................52
Cal Spas™ Chemicals..................55
2010 Warranty.......................56
Warranty Registration.................58
CONTACT INFORMATION
For customer service, please contact your
authorized dealer immediately. If you need
additional information and/or assistance,
contact:
LMS Customer Service Department
1462 East Ninth Street
Pomona, CA 91766.
Toll Free: 1-800-CAL-SPAS
Fax: 1-909-629-3890
Copyright 2009-2010 LMS, Inc. All rights reserved. Duplication without written consent
is strictly prohibited.
Cal Spas®, Adjustable Therapy System™, ATS™, Cal Zone Quest 2000™, Cal
Premium™, Cal Select™, Cal Stone™ Ultimate Fitness Spa Series™, and XL Heat
Exchanger™ are registered trademarks.
Due to continuous improvement programs, all models, operation, and/or specications
are subject to change without prior notice.
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Important Safety Instructions
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
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Read This First!
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 accidental drowning:
Do not allow children to be in or around a spa unless
a responsible adult supervises them. Keep the spa
cover on and locked when not in use. See instructions
enclosed with your cover for locking procedures.
DANGER -- Risk of electric shock:
Install the spa at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) from all
metal surfaces. As an alternative, a spa may be
installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal
surface is permanently bonded by a minimum #8
AWG solid copper conductor to the outside of the
spa’s control box.
WARNING -- To reduce the risk of injury:
The spa water 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 young children and when spa use exceeds 10
minutes.
DANGER -- Risk of injury:
The suction ttings in this spa are sized to match
the specic water ow created by the pump. Should
the need arise to replace the suction ttings, or the
pump, be sure the ow rates are compatible.
Never operate the spa if the suction tting or lter
baskets are broken or missing. Never replace a
suction tting with one that is rated less than the ow
rate marked on the original suction tting.
DANGER -- Risk of electric shock:
Do not permit any external electrical appliances,
such as lights, telephones, radios, televisions, and
etc., within ve feet (1.5 meters) of the spa. Never
attempt to operate any electrical device from inside
the spa.
The use of alcohol, drugs or medication before or
during spa use may lead to unconsciousness, with
the possibility of drowning.
Persons suffering from obesity, a medical history of
heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory
system problems or diabetes should consult a
physician before using the spa.
High water temperatures have a high potential for
causing fetal damage during pregnancy. Women who
are pregnant, or who think they are pregnant, should
always check with their physician prior to spa usage.
HYPERTHERMIA DANGER:
Prolonged exposure to hot air or water can induce
hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal
temperature of the body reaches a level 3˚F to 6˚F
above the normal body temperature of 98.6˚F (or
2˚C to 4˚C above 37˚C). While hyperthermia has
many health benets, it is important not to allow
your body’s core temperature to rise above 103˚F
(39.5˚C).
Symptoms of excessive hyperthermia include
dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness and fainting. The
effects of excessive hyperthermia may include:
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Persons using medications should consult a physician
before using the spa since some medications may
induce drowsiness while others may affect heart rate,
blood pressure and circulation.
Failure to perceive heat•
Failure to recognize the need to exit spa or hot •
tub
Unawareness of impending hazard•
Fetal damage in pregnant women•
Physical inability to exit the spa•
Unconsciousness•
WARNING: The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication
can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia.
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DANGER -- Risk of electric shock:
Replace a damaged power cord immediately.•
Do not bury the power cord.•
Connect to a grounded, grounding-type receptacle only.•
Read This First!
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.
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.
CAUTION: Maintain water chemistry in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Preparing for Your New Portable Spa
Most cities and counties require permits for exterior construction and electrical circuits. In addition, some
communities have codes requiring residential barriers such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on property to
prevent unsupervised access to the property by children. Your dealer can provide information on which permits
may be required and how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your spa.
Planning the Best Location
Safety First
Do not place your spa within 10 feet (3 m) of
overhead power lines.
Consider How You Will Use Your Spa
How you intend to use your spa will help you
determine where you should position it. For example,
will you use your spa for recreational or therapeutic
purposes? If your spa is mainly used for family
recreation, be sure to leave plenty of room around
it for activity. If you will use it for relaxation and
therapy, you will probably want to create a specic
mood around it.
Plan for Your Environment
If you live in a region where it snows in the winter or
rains frequently, place the spa near a house entry. By
doing this, you will have a place to change clothes
and not be uncomfortable.
Consider Your Privacy
In a cold-weather climate, bare trees won’t provide
much privacy. Think of your spa’s surroundings during
all seasons to determine your best privacy options.
Consider the view of your neighbors as well when
you plan the location of your spa.
Provide a View with Your Spa
Think about the direction you will be facing when
sitting in your spa. Do you have a special landscaped
area in your yard that you nd enjoyable? Perhaps
there is an area that catches a soothing breeze during
the day or a lovely sunset in the evening.
Keep Your Spa Clean
In planning your spa’s location, consider a location
where the path to and from the house can be kept
clean and free of debris.
Prevent dirt and contaminants from being tracked
into your spa by placing a foot mat at the spa’s
entrance where the bathers can clean their feet
before entering your spa.
Allow for Service Access
Many people choose to install a decorative structure
around their spa. If you are installing your spa with
any type of structure on the outside, such as a
gazebo, remember to allow access for service. It is
always best to design special installations so that the
spa can still be moved, or lifted off the ground.
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Preparing a Good Foundation
Damage caused by inadequate or improper
foundation support is not covered by the
warranty.
It is the responsibility of the spa owner to provide a
proper foundation for the spa.
We strongly recommended that you have a qualied,
licensed contractor prepare the foundation for your
spa.
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Place the spa on a level foundation (preferably a 4”
concrete slab). If you are installing the spa indoors,
pay close attention to the ooring beneath it. Choose
ooring that will not be damaged or stained.
If you are installing your spa on an elevated wood
deck or other structure, consult a structural engineer
or a contractor to ensure the structure will support
the weight of 150 pounds per square foot.
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120 Volt Electrical Installation
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240 Volt Electrical Installation
All 240V spas must be permanently connected
(hardwired) to the power supply. See the wiring
diagram on page 7.
These instructions describe the only acceptable
electrical wiring procedure. Spas wired in any
other way will void your warranty and may
result in serious injury.
When installed in the United States, the electrical
wiring of this spa must meet the requirements of
National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-2008 and any
applicable local, state, and federal codes.
Always follow applicable local, state and federal
codes and guidelines.
Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 20 amp
breaker.
Cord-and-plug connections may not use a cord longer
than 15 feet (4.6 m) and must be plugged into a
dedicated 20 amp GFCI connection (NEC 680.42(A)
(2)). Do not use extension cords!
Always use a weatherproof-covered receptacle.
Receptacle shall be located not less than 5 feet (1.5
m) from and not exceeding 10 feet (3.0 m) from the
inside wall of the spa. (NEC 680.43(A))
Do not bury the power cord. If your cord becomes
damaged, replace it before next usage.
The electrical circuit must be installed by an
electrical contractor and approved by a local
building or electrical inspector.
Failure to comply with state and local codes
may result in re or personal injury and will
be the sole responsibility of the spa owner.
All 120V spas must have a GFCI. This can be either a
20 amp GFCI receptacle or a 20 amp GFCI cord and
plug kit as shown (CKIT110 - P/N ELE09700086).
Test the GFCI plug prior to rst use and periodically
when the spa is powered. To test the GFCI plug
version, follow these instructions. (Spa should already
be plugged in and operational.)
Press the TEST button on the GFCI. The GFCI will 1.
trip and the spa will stop operating.
Press the RESET button on the GFCI. The GFCI 2.
will reset and the spa will turn back on.
The spa is now safe to use.
If the GFCI trips while the spa is in use, press the
RESET button. If the GFCI does not reset, unplug the
spa and call your local Cal Spas dealer for service. DO
NOT USE THE SPA!
Use the table on the next page to determine your
GFCI and wiring requirements.
When NEC requires the use of wires larger than #6
AWG, install a junction box near the spa and use #6
AWG wire between the junction box and the spa.
Wire runs over 85 feet must increase wire gauge
to the next lower number. For example: A normal
50 amp GFCI with four #8 AWG Copper wires run
over 85 feet would require you to go to four #6 AWG
copper wires.
Read and follow the heater manufacturer’s safety
and installation instructions prior to installation and
operation. Incorrect installation may damage the
heater and void its warranty.
Testing the GFCI Breaker
Test the GFCI breaker prior to rst use and periodically
when the spa is powered. To test the GFCI breaker
follow these instructions (spa should be operating):
GFCI and Wiring Requirements
The power supplied to the spa must be on a dedicated
GFCI protected circuit as required by ANSI/NFPA 70
with no other appliances or lights sharing the power.
Use copper wire with THHN insulation. Do not use
aluminum wire.
Press the TEST button on the GFCI. The GFCI will 1.
trip and the spa will shut off.
Reset the GFCI breaker by switching the breaker 2.
to the full OFF position, wait a moment, then
turn the breaker back on. The spa should have
power again.
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240V GFCI and Wiring Requirements
All 5100 and 6200 control systems are set at the factory to run on the low power setting for 40 amp operation.
This is the default setting. Spa owners can have their installer change this setting so the spa will run on high
power for 50 amp operation.
Warning: Never set a spa to run on high power without installing a properly rated GFCI.
Spa Model GFCI Required Wires Required
4050 control box (5100 and 6200
systems)
Power saver mode -- this is the factory
default setting
4050 control box (5100 and 6200
systems)
High power setting -- See
conguration instructions below.
9800 control box (except Ultimate
Fitness spas -- see below)
5060 control box (6300 system)
Default high power setting -- See
conguration instructions on page 6.
Ultimate Fitness Spas:
One 40 amp GFCI Four #8 AWG copper wires
One 50 amp GFCI Four #8 AWG copper wires
One 50 amp GFCI Four #8 AWG copper wires
One 60 amp GFCI Four #8 AWG copper wires
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Fitness spa with 5.5 kW heater:
F854, F1257, FP2400
Fitness spa with 11 kW heater:
F1257, F1455, FP1655, FP2500,
FP2400
SEE PAGES 6 AND 7 FOR
INSTALLATION DIAGRAM.
Fitness Pro 4700 spa
SEE PAGES 6 AND 7 FOR
INSTALLATION DIAGRAM.
One 50 amp GFCI Four #8 AWG copper wires
Service 1: One 60 amp
GFCI
Service 2: One 30 amp
GFCI
Service 1 (swim side):
One 60 amp GFCI
Service 2 (swim side):
One 30 amp GFCI
Service 3 (spa side):
One 40 amp GFCI
4050 System High Power Conguration
Applies to 5100 and 6200 systems
To operate the spa in high power mode, ensure the
following steps are performed before starting your spa:
When installing the electrical system, use a 50 amp •
GFCI. Follow the GFCI wiring diagram on the next
page.
Service 1: Four #8 AWG copper wires
Service 2: Three #8 AWG copper wires
Service 1: Four #8 AWG copper wires
Service 2: Three #8 AWG copper wires
Service 3: Four #8 AWG copper wires
Have your dealer or installer set dip switch #10 to •
the OFF position on the circuit board as shown at
right.
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5060 System High Power Conguration
Applies to 6300 systems
The 6300 control system requires higher power than
other 240V systems. Dip switch #10 is factory set in the
ON position. This causes the heater to shut off when any
pump is running in high speed. To allow the heater to
continue operating, dip switch #10 must be set to the
OFF position.
To ensure your spa functions properly, ensure the
following steps are performed before starting your spa:
When installing the electrical system, use a 60 amp •
GFCI. Follow the GFCI wiring diagram on the next
page.
Have your dealer or installer set dip switch #10 to •
the OFF position on the circuit board as shown at
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Electrical Installation for 11 kW Heater
This applies to Fitness spas with the 11 kW heater only.
Two electrical services are required to heat the swim side of the
Fitness Spa.
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GFCI Wiring Diagram
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Gas Heater Hook up
Ultimate Fitness Series spa owners may buy and install a separate gas heater and pump for use with their spa.
This option may be purchased separately from your local distributor.
Spa owners are responsible for ensuring installation of their gas heater conforms to local, state, and federal
regulations. The electrical and gas installation must be performed by contractors and approved by a local
building / electrical inspector. Failure to do so may void your warranty.
All Ultimate Fitness Series spas are plumbed with a gas heater ready union located inside the cabinet at
either the front or rear, depending on the model. (See the gures below and at right.) Properly installed, they
can be attached to an external gas heater. Customers are responsible for creating openings in the panel to
accommodate the lines and wiring. The gas heater should be located not less than 10 feet and no more than
25 feet away from the spa.
To connect the plumbing for an external gas heater:
Disconnect the ready union.1.
Cut off both sides of the union and discard it.2.
Create two 2½” diameter holes through the spa panel.3.
Use two 2” couplings to connect the hoses to 10’ - 15’ 2-3/8” diameter PVC lines.4.
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Connect PVC lines to the gas heater. 5.
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Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa
Never ll your spa with soft water.
Soft water makes it impossible to maintain the proper water chemistry and may cause the
water to foam, which will ultimately harm the nish of the spa and void your warranty.
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Once the spa has been placed on an approved 1.
surface and has been correctly wired by a licensed
electrician, inspect all plumbing connections in the
equipment area of your spa. Ensure that these
connections are secure and that they did not
loosen during shipment.
If equipped, open all gate valves in the equipment 2.
area. Before operating the spa, these valves must
be in the up or “open” position.
VERY IMPORTANT!
Never run the spa with the gate valves
closed or without water circulating for
long periods of time. Be careful not to
over-tighten the plumbing ttings.
Remove the cartridge from lter canister.3.
Place a garden hose in the lter canister and ll 4.
your spa with regular tap water about six
inches from the top.
VERY IMPORTANT!
Presoak the lters in spa water.5.
VERY IMPORTANT!
You must presoak the lters before
inserting them in the lter canister.
Dry lters can allow air into the
ltration system which can cause
pump failure.
(For owners of the automatic bromine generator) 6.
Make sure the dial on the face of the bromine
generator unit is turned to the OFF position.
Once the water is at the correct level and air 7.
is bled, turn on the power at the GFCI breaker.
(Ensure that the 120V spas are connected to the
proper electrical outlet.)
Note: Depending on the model, when the power
is turned on to the spa, the controls will perform
a diagnostic check for approximately ve minutes.
When the diagnostic is complete, the spa will
automatically operate at lter speed and continue
heating until the spa water temperature reaches
the default temperature of 100˚F.
Always ll the spa through the lter
canister! Failure to do so may cause
air to be trapped in the ltration
system and prevent the pumps from
operating properly.
If no water is owing when the pump is running, 8.
there could be an air pocket at the suction side of
the pump. Shut off power to the spa and loosen
the pump union on the suction side of the pump
to bleed the air. When air is bled, turn power
back on.
Install the pre-soaked lters into the lter 9.
canister.
The spa is now ready for use.
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Priming the Pump
New spa owners often have difculty the rst time they start their spa and the pump fails to prime. This can be
frustrating, but these simple instructions can help you.
Sometimes air can become trapped in the pump while lling the spa. You will know this has happened when
after you have lled and started the spa, the pump does not seem to function. You will hear the pump operating,
but no water will be moving.
There are two methods of priming the pump.
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The rst method will remove small air bubbles
trapped in the pump.
Turn the spa on and wait for PR (Priming Mode) to 1.
appear on the topside display.
Press the JETS1 button to turn on the pump and 2.
let it run for 10 seconds. The pump should be
running in low speed.
Press the JETS1 buttons again and let the pump 3.
run in high speed for 10 seconds.
Press the JETS1 button again to turn off the pump. 4.
The pump should be left in the off position for 10
to 15 seconds.
Repeat steps 1 through 4 until water is owing 5.
through all the jets and all air is removed from the
plumbing.
The pump will not work
properly while air is trapped in it.
Continuing to operate the pump
in this way will cause damage.
The second method will remove a large air lock
within the pump.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the front 1.
panel from the spa and locate the pump.
While the spa is operating, turn the bleeder valve 2.
counter clockwise with a small pair of pliers or
a at head screwdriver until the air has been
released from the pump.
If this is unsuccessful, loosen the white union nut 3.
on side of the pump with channel locks. When air
is bled out, tighten the nut and set the pump on
high speed.
Whenever you ll your spa, ll it through
the lter canister and make sure all jets
are open.
Note: If you press the Temp button
any time during Priming Mode, it will exit
that mode and begin Standard Mode.
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5100, 6200 and 6300 Electronic Control Operation
These instructions will describe features and options that your particular spa may not be equipped with.
Operating Your Spa
Initial Start up
When rst powered up, your spa will perform a self-
diagnostic check and go into priming mode. The
topside will display PR to indicate this. Priming mode
will be active for less than ve minutes.
Sometimes the pump fails to prime, especially when
spa owners do not ll their spas through the lter
canister. You can avoid priming problems by following
these steps during priming mode.
Press the JETS button to turn on the pump and 1.
let it run for 10 seconds. The pump should be
running in low speed.
Press the JETS buttons again and let the pump 2.
run in high speed for 10 seconds.
Press the JETS button again to turn off the pump. 3.
The pump should be left in the off position for 10
to 15 seconds.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 until water is owing 4.
through all the jets and all air is removed from the
plumbing.
5100 Control Panel (one and two pump systems)
6200 and 6300 Control Panel
When the spa has nished priming, the heater will be
activated and the water temperature will be maintained
in standard mode. The spa will heat to 100°F (37.5°C)
at start up until the set temperature is changed as
described below.
Temperature Adjustment
(Range 80°F to 104°F, 26°C to 40°C)
The electronic control panel displays the actual water
temperature in degrees Fahrenheit. The displayed
temperature will only be current after the pump has
been running for at least two minutes.
To display the temperature that the spa is set to:
Press the • Temp button. The temperature setting
will ash.
While the display is ashing, each time you press •
Temp button, the set temperature will change up
or down one degree.
If the desired temperature is opposite of the •
direction each press of the button is making,
release button, allow display to stop ashing and
then press Temp button to change temperature
the other direction.
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Standard, Economy and Sleep Heating
Modes
Your new spa is equipped with a heating feature that
gives you complete control of the heating system.
When the spa is powered up, it will automatically start
in standard heating mode.
St• will light briey on the main display. In this
mode, the heating system will automatically
maintain the set spa temperature. In the economyheating mode, the heating system will only activate
during ltration times.
Ec• will display solid if temperature is not current
and will alternate with spa temperature if measured
temperature is current.
Economy mode will heat the water to the set •
temperature while Sleep mode, indicated by a
SL on the main display, will also only activate
the heater during the ltering cycles but will
only heat the water to within 20°F (10°C) of the
set temperature. Like Economy mode, SL will
display solid when temperature is not current and
will alternate with actual temperature when it is
current.
NOTE: Displayed temperature will only be current after
the pump has been running for at least two minutes.
Switching Modes
Press • Temp button followed by the Light
button.
Press the same sequence to switch to the next •
mode.
Jets
Press the Jets button:
Once to activate low speed pump.•
Twice to activate high speed.•
Three times to turn pump off.•
Light
Press the Light button to turn on the light. Press it
once again to turn the light off. All optional lighting
such as the control panel light and cabinet perimeter
lighting is controlled by the Light button and will turn
on and off with the spa light.
Option
Press the Option button to turn on the pump 2. Press
it once again to turn off the pump 2 (6200 control
only).
6300 Control - Pump 2 and Pump 3
Sequence
Press • Option button once to activate high speed
pump 2.
Press • Option button twice to activate high speed
pump 3 and high speed pump 2.
Press three times to activate pump 3 high speed •
only.
Press four times to turn pumps off.•
“Green Pack” Operation
Spas with the “Green Pack” option require approximately
20% less power to operate. Once the spa is properly
installed, it does not require any special operation.
This is for your information only.
When JETS 1 is pressed, the heater will operate at
220V. When JETS 2 or OPTION is pressed (depending
on which control panel you have), the heater will
automatically switch to operate at 110V.
With the “Green Pack”, your spa will never use more
than 30 amps while in operation.
Automatic Time outs
These features will automatically turn themselves off
during periods of continuous use:
Low speed pump After 4 hours•
High speed pumps After 15 minutes•
Optional circulation pump After 15 minutes•
Optional turbo After 15 minutes•
Spa light After 4 hours•
Setting Filtration Cycles
Your spa is programmed to lter twice a day. The rst
cycle will begin 6 minutes after the spa is turned on
and the second cycle 12 hours later. The factory has
programmed the cycle to last for 2 hours but this can
be switched to 4, 6, or 8 hours depending on your
requirements. To set ltration time, turn off the power
to the spa at the time of day you would like one of
the ltration cycles to begin then turn back on after
30 seconds. When power has been restored, press
the Temp button then the Jets button. Press Temp
button again to change the ltering cycle duration.
When desired duration is selected press the Jets
button to exit.
At the beginning of each ltering cycle the Turbo system
will run for approximately 30 seconds. The low speed
pump will run for the duration of the ltering cycle
and if an Ozone system is installed it will be activated.
During ltering, FC will appear on the main display.
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9800 Electronic Control Operation
These instructions will describe features and options that your particular spa may not be equipped with.
Initial Start up
When rst powered up, your spa will perform a self-
diagnostic check and go into priming mode. The
topside will display PR to indicate this. Priming mode
will be active for less than ve minutes.
Sometimes the pump fails to prime, especially when
spa owners do not ll their spas through the lter
canister. You can avoid priming problems by following
these steps during priming mode.
Press the JETS 1 button to turn on the pump and 1.
let it run for 10 seconds. The pump should be
running in low speed.
Press the JETS 1 buttons again and let the pump 2.
run in high speed for 10 seconds.
Press the JETS 1 button again to turn off the 3.
pump. The pump should be left in the off position
for 10 to 15 seconds.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 until water is owing 4.
through all the jets and all air is removed from the
plumbing.
When the spa has nished priming, the heater will be
activated and the water temperature will be maintained
in standard mode. The spa will heat to 100°F (37.5°C)
at start up until the set temperature is changed as
described below.
Temperature Adjustment
(Range 80°F to 104°F, 26°C to 40°C)
The start-up temperature is set at 100°F (37.5°C). The
last measured temperature is constantly displayed on
the control panel. Note that the last measured spa
temperature is displayed. The displayed temperature
will be updated when the pump has been running for
at least two minutes.
Press the “UP” or “DOWN” buttons once to display the
set temperature. Each time either button is pressed
again, the set temperature will increase or decrease
depending on which button is pressed. After three
seconds, the control panel will automatically display
the last measured spa temperature.
Time
When time hasn’t been programmed, the “TIME” icon
ashes. To set the time, press the “TIME” button and
then the “MODE/PROG” button. Use the “UP” and
“DOWN” buttons to adjust time. See the next page
for more detailed instructions.
Standard, Economy, Sleep, and Standby
Modes
Mode/Prog: This button is used to switch between
standard, economy, and sleep modes.
Press “MODE/PROG” to enter mode 1.
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Press the “DOWN” button to cycle through to the 2.
desired mode.
Press “MODE/PROG” to conrm selection.3.
Standard Mode: This is programmed to maintain
the desired temperature. Note that the last measured
spa temperature displayed is current only when the
pump has been running for at least two minutes. The
“STAND” icon will display until the mode is changed.
Economy Mode: Economy mode heats the spa to the
set temperature only during lter cycles. The “ECON”
icon will display until the mode is changed. Pressing
the “JETS 1” button while in economy mode puts the
spa in standard-in-economy mode, which operates the
same as standard mode but reverts back to economy
mode automatically after one hour. During this time,
pressing the “MODE/PROG” button will revert to
economy mode immediately.
Sleep Mode: Sleep mode heats the spa to within
20°F (11°C) of the set temperature only during lter
cycles. The “SLEEP” icon will display until the mode is
changed.
Standby Mode: Pressing “Warm” or “Cool” then
“JETS 2” will turn off all spa functions temporarily. This
is helpful when changing a lter. Pressing any button
resets the spa.
Light
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Press the “LIGHT” button to turn the spa light on and
off and to shift between dim and bright settings if
your light is dimmable. On dim, the control panel will
show the center circle plus one quarter of the light
beams. Half of the light beams will show on medium
brightness, and all of the light beams will show on
bright.
Invert
Press the “INVERT” button to change the numbers
in the display to read upside down. Another press
returns the display to the right-side-up position. This
enables you to read the display while you are in the
spa.
Locking the Panel
To lock the panel:
Press “TIME”, “JETS 1”, and the “UP” button within •
three seconds. When locked, the panel will display
“LOCK”. All buttons are frozen except the “TIME”
button.
To unlock the panel:
Press “TIME”, “JETS 1” then the “DOWN” button •
within three seconds.
Jets 1
Press the “JETS 1” button once to turn pump 1 on
or off and to shift between low and high speeds if
equipped. If left running, the low speed turns off
after two hours and the high speed turns off after 15
minutes. On non-circulation systems, the low speed of
pump 1 runs when the blower or any other pump is
on. It may also activate for at least two minutes every
30 minutes to detect the spa temperature and then to
heat to the set temperature if needed, depending upon
the mode. When the low speed turns on automatically,
it cannot be deactivated from the panel; however, the
high speed may be started.
Jets 2
Press the “JETS 2” button once to turn pump 2 on or
off and to shift between low and high speeds if it is a
two-speed pump. If left running, the pump will turn
off after 15 minutes.
Option
This is an optional feature. Press the “OPTION” button
to turn the optional equipment on and off. If left on,
the equipment will automatically turn off after 15
minutes.
Setting the Temperature Lock
To activate the temperature lock:
Press the “UP” or “DOWN” button, “TIME”, “JETS •
1”, then the “UP” button within three seconds.
The panel will display “TEMP LOCK” when the set
temperature is locked.
To unlock the set temperature:
Press the “UP” or “DOWN” button, “TIME”, “JETS •
1”, and then the “DOWN” button.
Circulation Pump
This is an optional feature. The circulation pump will
come on when the system is checking temperature,
during lter cycles, during freeze conditions, or when
another pump is on.
Preset Filter Cycles
There are two lter cycles per day. The start and end
times of each cycle are programmable. To program,
set the time as instructed above, then press “MODE/
PROG” to advance to the next setting (or to exit
after the last setting). The default lter cycles are as
follows:
The rst lter cycle is automatically activated at •
8:00 AM and operates the pump until 10:00 AM.
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The “FILTER 1” indicator icon will light when lter
1 is running.
The second lter cycle is automatically activated •
at 8:00 PM and operates the pump until 10:00 PM.
The “FILTER 2” indicator icon will light when lter
2 is running.
The pump and the ozone generator will run during
ltration. At the start of each lter cycle, the blower
will run on highest speed for 30 seconds to clean out
the air channels. The lowest speed of pump 2 and
pump 3 will run for ve minutes. In the event of power
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loss or shut down, the time of day will need to be
reset for lter cycles to run according to your desired
programming.
Clean up Cycle
When the pump or blower is turned on by a button
press, a clean-up cycle begins 30 minutes after the
pump or blower is turned off or times out. The pump
and the ozone generator will run for one hour.
Ozone
This is an optional feature. On most systems, the ozone
generator (if installed) runs during lter cycles (except
when pump 1 is operating at high speed on a non-circ
ulating system) and during clean-up cycles. On some
systems, the ozone generator operates whenever
the pump runs. If your system is congured with the
optional ozone disable feature, the ozone generator
will turn off for one hour any time a function button
(“JETS 1”, “JETS 2”, “OPTION” etc.) is pressed.
Freeze Protection
If the temperature sensors detect a drop to 44°F
within the heater, the pump automatically activates
to provide freeze protection. The equipment stays
on until four minutes after the sensors detect that
the spa temperature has risen to 45°F or higher. In
colder climates, an optional additional freeze sensor
may be added to protect against freeze conditions that
may not be sensed by the standard sensors. Auxiliary
freeze sensor protection acts similarly except with the
temperature thresholds determined by the switch and
without a four-minute delay in turnoff.
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