Cal Spas LTR20111000 User Manual
LTR20111000, Rev. D
9/14/11
Preparing for Your New Portable Spa
Planning the Best Location..............3
Preparing a Good Foundation............4
120 Volt Electrical Installation...........5
240 Volt Electrical Installation...........5
High Power Conguration...............7
GFCI Wiring Diagram ..................8
Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa 9
Priming the Pump ....................11
Operating Your Spa
5100DV, 6200DV, and 6300DV Electronic Control
Operation...........................12
9800 Electronic Control Operation.......14
Periodic Reminder Messages ...........18
Diagnostic Messages..................18
Electrical Power Efciency .............20
Jets................................20
LED Perimeter Lighting................20
Diverter Knobs.......................21
Waterfalls ..........................21
Air Venturis .........................21
Hydro Streamer Waterfall..............21
Adjustable Therapy System ............22
Wireless Spa Monitor .................22
Water Clarity
The Key to Clear Water ................23
Testing and Adjusting Spa Water........24
Sanitation...........................25
About the Pure XL Water Sanitizer.......26
Ozonator ...........................27
Filter Cleaning .......................27
Bather Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Cal Clarity II Bromine Generator ........28
Maintenance Schedule ................30
Troubleshooting Water Clarity Problems ..31
Cleaning and Maintenance
Removing and Reseating the Pillows.....32
Spa Cover...........................32
Draining Your Portable Spa ............33
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter........33
Winterizing (Cold Climate Draining) .....34
Vacation Care........................34
Cleaning Your Spa ....................35
Jet Removal and Replacement ..........35
Using the Entertainment System
Listening to the Radio.................36
Inserting and Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . .36
Playing a CD.........................36
iPod™ Docking Station ................37
Appendix
Replacement Parts ...................38
Keeping Fit with your Spa..............44
Limited Warranty.....................49
Warranty Registration.................54
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 2011 LMS, Inc. All rights reserved. Duplication without written consent is
strictly prohibited.
Cal Spas®, Adjustable Therapy System™, ATS™, 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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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
Your spa needs a solid and level foundation. The
area that it sits on must be able to support the weight
of the spa, with water and the occupants who use it.
If the foundation is inadequate, it may shift or settle
after the spa is in place, causing stress that could
damage your spa shell and nish.
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.
Place the spa on an elevated 3” - 4” concrete slab.
Pavers, gravel, brick, sand, timbers or dirt foundations
are not adequate to support the spa.
We strongly recommend that a qualied, licensed
contractor prepare the foundation for your spa.
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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, it is highly recommended
that you consult a structural engineer or contractor
to ensure the structure will support the weight of 150
pounds per square foot.
To properly identify the weight of your new spa when
full, remember water weighs 8.33 lbs. per gallon. For
example, an average 8’ spa holds approximately 500
gallons of water. Using this formula, you will nd that
the weight of the water alone is 4,165 lbs. Combined
with the dry weight of the spa you will note that this
spa will weigh approximately 5,000 lbs. when full of
water.
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120 Volt Electrical Installation
Always follow applicable local, state and federal codes
and guidelines.
Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 15 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 15 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.
All 120V spas must have a GFCI. This can be either a
15 amp GFCI receptacle or a 15 amp GFCI cord and
plug kit as shown (CKIT110 - P/N ELE09700086).
Testing the GFCI
Test the GFCI plug prior to rst use and periodically
when the spa is powered.
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Plug in the 1.
GFCI into
the power
outlet. The
in dicator
should turn
on.
Press the TEST button. 2.
The GFCI will trip, the
indicator will turn off,
and the spa will stop
operating.
Press the RESET 3.
button. The GFCI will
reset, the indicator
will turn on again, 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!
240 Volt Electrical Installation
All 240V spas must be permanently connected (hard
wired) to the power supply. See the wiring diagram
on page 8.
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
NEC 70 and any applicable local, state, and federal
codes.
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.
GFCI and Wiring Requirements
The power supplied to the spa must be on a dedicated
GFCI protected circuit as required by NEC 70 with no
other appliances or lights sharing the power.
Use copper wire with THHN insulation. Do not use
aluminum wire.
Use the table on the next page to determine your
GFCI and wiring requirements.
Wire runs over 85 feet must increase wire gauge
to the next lower number. For example: A normal
50 amp GFCI with four #6 AWG Copper wires run
over 85 feet would require you to go to four #4 AWG
copper wires.
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):
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 5100DV and 6200DV 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. See conguration instructions on page 7.
Warning: Never set a spa to run on high power without installing a properly rated GFCI.
Control System Power Setting GFCI Required Wires Required
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VS300 Standard One 40 amp GFCI
Power saver mode
5100DV
6200DV
6300DV
9800 (except Ultimate
Fitness spas -- see
All Portable Spas (except Ultimate Fitness)
below)
Spa Model
F854
Service 1
F1255
Service 2
FP1455
FP1655
FP2400
FP2500
Ultimate Fitness Spas
FP4700
Service 1
Service 2
Service 1
(swim side)
Service 2
(swim side)
Service 3
(spa side)
(This is the factory default
setting.)
High power setting
See conguration
instructions on page 7.
Power saver mode One 50 amp GFCI
Default high power setting
See conguration
instructions on page 7.
Standard One 50 amp GFCI
GFCI
Required
Standard conguration
(5.5 kW heater)
One 50 amp
GFCI
One 50 amp
GFCI
One 50 amp
GFCI
One 50 amp
GFCI
One 50 amp
GFCI
N/A N/A
One 40 amp
GFCI
Wires Required GFCI
Four #6 AWG copper
wires
Four #6 AWG copper
wires
Four #6 AWG copper
wires
Four #6 AWG copper
wires
Four #6 AWG copper
wires
Four #8 AWG copper
wires
One 40 amp GFCI
One 50 amp GFCI
One 60 amp GFCI
One 60 amp
GFCI
One 30 amp
GFCI
One 60 amp
GFCI
One 30 amp
GFCI
One 60 amp
GFCI
One 30 amp
GFCI
One 40 amp
GFCI
Four #8 AWG copper
wires
Four #8 AWG copper
wires
Four #6 AWG copper
wires
Four #6 AWG copper
wires
Four #6 AWG copper
wires
Four #6 AWG copper
wires
Wires Required
Required
Conguration for Option 499
(11 kW heater) and Option 157
(swim jets with Speck pump)
N/A
Four #6 AWG
copper wires
Three #8 AWG
copper wires
Four #6 AWG
copper wires
Three #8 AWG
copper wires
Four #6 AWG
copper wires
Three #8 AWG
copper wires
Four #8 AWG
copper wires
See diagram
on page 7
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High Power Conguration
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Red - HOT
DIP Switch Denitions for 5100DV, 6200DV, and 6300DV systems
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OFF Position (Down) ON Position (Up)
Test Mode OFF
Standard / Economy /
Sleep Mode changes
A1
A2
Test mode (normally OFF)
Standard Mode only
allowed
Use Digital Duplex or
Light Duplex plane
Pump 2 enabled
Single voltage heating
(240VAC only)
Safety Suction (must be
OFF)
See table at right
Temperature displayed in
Fahrenheit
No circ pump; Pump 1 is
two-speed
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
A9
Use Mini Panel
Pump 2 disabled
Dual voltage heating enabled
See table at right
Temperature displayed in
Celsius
Circ pump acts like Pump
1 low speed (lter cycle,
polling); Pump 1 is one-speed
See page 14 for description of
circulation pump operation.
See table at right
A10
See table at right
Number of high speed pumps
that can be run before heater
is disabled (A5 OFF)
OR
before heater runs at 120VAC
(A5 ON)
No. of
A7 A10
Pumps
0 OFF OFF
1 ON OFF
2 OFF ON
3 ON ON
Note: Arrow indicates factory default setting.
Electrical Installation for 11 kW Heater
Shown below is the correct electrical connection for the OE9900 circuit board.
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GFCI Wiring Diagram
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This applies to all spa owners EXCEPT those with the Cal Clarity II bromine generator. See instructions on
page 28 for bromine generator operating instructions and spa lling procedures.
Inspect the spa equipment.1.
After the spa has been placed on an approved 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 your spa has gate valves, make sure they are all in the
UP or OPEN position.
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.2.
Unscrew the cartridge and remove it.
After you remove the lter, remove the plastic wrapper
and soak it in water for 30 minutes before you replace
it. A dry lter can allow air into the ltration system
which can cause the pump to fail to prime.
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Fill the spa.3.
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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Place a garden hose in the lter canister and ll your spa
with regular tap water about six inches from the top.
If the water level is too low or too high, your spa will not
operate properly.
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.
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Turn on power to the spa.4.
When the spa is lled to the correct level, turn on the power at the GFCI
breaker. (Ensure that the 120V spas are connected to the proper electrical
outlet.)
Prime the pump.5.
Your spa will perform a self-diagnostic check and go into priming mode. When the control panel displays
PR, do the following:
Press the JETS button to turn on the pump and let a.
it run for 10 seconds. The pump should be running
in low speed.
Press the JETS buttons again and let the pump run b.
in high speed for 10 seconds.
Press the JETS button again to turn off the pump. c.
The pump should be left off for 10 to 15 seconds.
Repeat steps a through c until water is owing d.
through all the jets and all air is removed from the
plumbing.
If spa fails to prime, there could be an air pocket at the
suction side of the pump. Follow the priming instructions
on page 11 using the bleeder valve.
Install the lter into the lter canister.6.
Make sure the lter has soaked at least 30 minutes before
you install it.
Let the spa heat up.7.
When the spa has nished priming, the heater will activate.
Put the cover on and let the spa run for two hours.
Adjust water chemistry.8.
After the spa has run for two hours, test and adjust the water chemistry. See the section on page 23 for
instructions on water clarity.
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Priming the Pump
The pump will not work properly while
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.
Using the control panel:
air is trapped in it. Continuing to operate
the pump in this way will cause damage.
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Turn the spa on and wait for PR (Priming Mode) 1.
to appear on the topside display.
Press the JETS button to turn on the pump and 2.
let it run for 10 seconds. The pump should be
running in low speed.
Press the JETS buttons again and let the pump 3.
run in high speed for 10 seconds.
Press the JETS button again to turn off the pump. 4.
Using the bleeder valve:
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the front 1.
panel from the spa and locate the pump.
Shut off the power to the spa.2.
Close the gate valve on the discharge side of 3.
the pump.
Turn the bleeder valve counter clockwise with 4.
a small pair of pliers or a at head screwdriver
until the air has been released from the pump.
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.
Note: If you press the Temp button any time
during Priming Mode, it will exit that mode and begin
Standard Mode.
If this is unsuccessful, loosen the white union 5.
nut on side of the pump with channel locks.
When air is bled out, tighten the nut.
Turn on power to the spa and press the JETS 6.
button. If there is still air trapped in the pump,
repeat steps 2 through 5 until the pump
primes.
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Operating Your Spa
Operating Your Spa
5100DV, 6200DV, and 6300DV Electronic Control Operation
These instructions will describe features and options that your particular spa may not be equipped with.
Used for single pump systems
Used for single pump
systems
Used for two and three pump
systems
Initial Start up
When rst powered up, your spa will perform a self-
diagnostic check and go into priming mode. When
the control panel displays PR, do the following:
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.
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Jet Operation: One Pump Systems
Single pump systems operate on high power only.
To operate the jets, press the JETS button:
Once to turn the pump ON.•
Twice to turn the pump OFF.•
Jet Operation: Two and Three Pump
Systems
Two and three pump systems can be congured to
operate on low or high power. The factory default
is low power. This section describes how the spa
operates when it is congured for low power
operation.
See page 6 for GFCI and wiring requirements for
both low and high power operation, and page 7 for
switch settings for high power conguration.
Spas congured for low power operation require
approximately 20% less power to operate. With low
power conguration, the spa will never use more
than 30 amps while in operation and will alternate
between 110V and 220V, while spas congured for
high power will operate continuously at 220V.
When only one pump is running, the heater will
operate at 220V. When two or three pumps are
running, the heater will automatically switch to
operate at 110V.
The heater light will tell you when it is operating
and what voltage it is using. See the “Heater Light”
section above.
For spas congured for high power operation, the
heater will turn on when (1) the water temperature
drops or (2) the jets are in use.
Operating the jets
Press the JETS or JETS 1 button:
Heater Light
The heater light will turn on whenever the heater is
operating. It will appear three different ways when
the spa is operating:
A steady light means that the spa is operating at
220V.
A slowly blinking light means that the spa is operating
at 120V.
A rapidly ashing light means that the heater
is reading the water temperature. When the
temperature has been determined, the heater light
will stop ashing. You will frequently see the heater
light ashing rapidly while it is also steady or slowly
blinking.
Heating Modes
The spa can be set to operate in three different
heating modes:
Standard:• When the spa is powered up, it will
automatically start in Standard heating mode.
In Standard mode, the heating system will
automatically maintain the set spa temperature.
STD or ST will light briey on the main display.
Economy:• In Economy mode, the heating
system will only activate during ltration times
and will heat the water to the set temperature.
Ecn or Ec will display solid if temperature is not
current and will alternate with spa temperature
if measured temperature is current.
Sleep:• In Sleep mode, the heating system
will 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, SLP or SL will display solid when
temperature is not current and will alternate
with actual temperature when it is current.
Once to turn pump 1 ON.•
Twice to turn pump 1 OFF.•
Press the JETS 2 or OPTION button:
Once to turn pump 2 ON.•
Twice to turn pump 3 ON. •
Three times to turn pump 2 OFF.•
Four times to turn pump 2 OF.•
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NOTE: Displayed temperature will only be current
after the pump has been running for at least two
minutes.
Switching Heating Modes
Press • Temp button followed by the Light
button.
Press the same sequence to switch to the next •
mode.
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Setting Filtration Cycles
Your spa is programmed to lter twice a day. The
rst cycle will begin six minutes after the spa is
turned on and the second cycle 12 hours later.
The factory has programmed the cycle to last for
two hours but this can be reset according on your
requirements.
To set the length of ltration cycles, press the
Temp button then the Jets button. Press Temp
button again to change the ltering cycle duration.
Operating Your Spa
When desired duration is selected press the Jets
button to exit.
F2 Two hours
F4 Four hours
F6 Six hours
F8 Eight hours
FC Continuous ltration
To set the time of day ltration begins, turn off the
power to the spa at the time you would like one
of the ltration cycles to begin, then turn back on
after 30 seconds.
If you have an ozonator, it will activate during the
ltration cycles.
Circulation Pump
This is an optional feature. If you have the optional
circulation pump, it will come on when the system
is checking temperature, during lter cycles, during
freeze conditions, or when another pump is on.
When the circulation pump is installed, pump 1 is
one-speed only. Otherwise, pump 1 is two-speed,
with the low speed performing ltration. (See page
7 for control box settings.)
9800 Electronic Control
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.
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.
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•
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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. When
the control panel displays PR, IMMEDIATELY do the
following:
Auxiliary controls for the
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Operating Your Spa
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.
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