Cal Spas Portable Spas User Manual
LTR20091001, Rev. A
12/15/08
Read This First!
Important Safety Instructions..................3
Basic Spa Information........................3
Preparing for Your New Portable Spa
Planning the Best Location....................5
Preparing a Good Foundation .................5
230 Volt Electrical Installation..................6
RCD Wiring Diagram .........................8
Gas Heater Hook-up .........................9
Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa .....11
Operating Your Spa
6105 and 6205 Electronic Control Operation ....12
8005 and 9005 Electronic Control Operation ....15
Auxiliary Control Operation ..................19
Wireless Spa Monitor .......................19
Adjustable Jets ............................19
Diverter Knobs .............................20
Air Venturis................................20
Adjustable Therapy System™ ................20
Multi-Colored Spa Light Operation ............21
Aromatherapy..............................21
Chemical Descriptions ......................24
Traditional Chemical Start Up.................26
Bromine Clear Water Plan....................26
Chlorine Clear Water Plan....................27
Ozonator Clear Water Plan ...................27
Bromine Generator Clear Water Plan...........28
Maintenance Schedule ......................29
Cleaning and Maintenance
Removing and Reseating the Pillows ..........30
Spa Cover .................................30
Draining Your Portable Spa...................31
Winterizing (Cold Climate Draining)............31
Cleaning the Cover, Shell and Pillows..........32
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter .............33
Using the Entertainment System
Operating the CD Player .....................34
Raising and Lowering the 20” TV..............34
Playing a Movie ............................34
Using the iPod Docking Station ...............35
Using the Universal Remote Control ...........35
Programming the Universal Remote Control ....36
Waterfalls .................................21
Water Quality Maintenance
Cal Spas Clear Water Plan ...................22
Alternative Sanitation Options ................22
Before You Begin ...........................22
Chemical Safety ............................23
Copyright 2008-2009 Lloyd’s Material Supply, Inc. All rights reserved. Duplication without written
consent is strictly prohibited.
Cal Spas™, Adjustable Therapy System™, ATS™, Bio-Clean™, 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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Appendix
Replacement Parts..........................37
Keeping Fit with your Cal Spa ................47
Cal Spas™ Chemicals.......................49
2009 Warranty..............................50
CONTACT INFORMATION
For customer service, please contact
your authorized dealer immediately. If
you need additional information and/or
assistance, please contact:
LMS Customer Service Department
1462 East Ninth Street
Pomona, CA 91766.
Toll Free: 1-800-CAL-SPAS
Fax: 1-909-629-3890
Read This First!
Read This First!
Important Safety Instructions
When installing and using this electrical equipment,
always follow basic safety precautions. Following these
instructions will help make your rst spa session a
pleasurable one.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
A licensed electrician may be required to upgrade your
standard receptacle and/or circuit breaker.
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 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.
DANGER -- RISK OF INJURY: Never operate the
spa if the suction tting or lter baskets are broken or
missing.
DANGER -- RISK OF INJURY: 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: Install the
spa at least 1.5 meters from all metal surfaces. As an
alternative, a spa may be installed within 1.5 meters
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.
DANGER -- RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: Do not
permit any external electrical appliances, such as lights,
telephones, radios, televisions, and etc., within 1.5
meters of the spa. Never attempt to operate any electrical
device from inside the spa. This does not apply to lights,
stereos and televisions that are built in to the spa as
factory options from Cal Spas™.
WARNING – RISK OF INJURY
The spa water should never exceed 40˚C. Water
temperatures between 38˚C and 40˚C are considered
safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are
recommended for young children and when spa use
exceeds 10 minutes.
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.
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.
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.
Hyperthermia Danger
Prolonged exposure to hot air or water can induce
hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal
temperature of the body reaches a level 2˚C to 4˚C
above the normal body temperature of 37˚C. While
hyperthermia has many health benets, it is important
not to allow your body’s core temperature to rise above
39.5˚C. Symptoms of excessive hyperthermia include
dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness and fainting. The effects
of excessive hyperthermia may include:
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.
Basic Spa Information
The following operating and maintenance instructions
are very important and must be followed carefully. With
the proper care and maintenance, your Cal Spa will
provide you with years of satisfaction and performance.
Do not be afraid to push buttons or turn knobs to learn
about your new Cal Spa, as it is built with quality materials
and excellent craftsmanship.
Your new Cal Spa has been engineered with a highpowered water pump that pushes water through various
therapy jets, which will relax even the tightest muscles.
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In addition to the water pressure, you can add air into
the spa water with air venturi handles located seat-side
that increase the intensity of your massage.
The ltering of this spa is very important. It will minimize
cleaning time and the amount of chemicals needed
to keep your spa water balanced. The two daily pre-
programmed lter cycles of two hours in duration can be
increased to six hour cycles if the need arises. This can
be accomplished through the topside control panel.
IMPORTANT: Keep the spa covered when not in use!
Covered spas use less electricity while maintaining •
a set temperature.
Covering your spa will protect your spa’s nish from •
the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
You are required to keep the spa covered to maintain •
warranty coverage.
Covering your spa helps prevent children from •
drowning in the spa.
Your new Cal Spa comes equipped with an electric
heater. Following the directions listed below will ensure
the most efcient operation:
NOTE: This method is only for spa usage under two
hours a week.
Keep the spa’s operating temperature 3˚C below the •
desired usage temperature when not in use. One
or two hours before use, set the temperature to the
desired temperature.
If the spa usage exceeds two hours a week, the set •
temperature should remain at the desired usage
temperature.
The air venturis should be used sparingly. When •
open, water temperature drops quite rapidly and can
also dissipate chemicals.
Allowing the water temperature to lower more than 6˚C
below the desired usage temperature and reheating it
prior to usage will cause the heater to operate longer than
it normally would maintaining the desired temperature.
Doing this will increase your operating cost and makes
your heater work more than necessary.
The lter needs to be cleaned or changed on a regular
basis. This process takes only a few minutes and
the result is increased water clarity and equipment
longevity.
Water level is very important to the operation of your
spa. If the water level is too low or too high, your spa will
not operate properly. The water level should be to the
middle of the skimmer area when the spa is not being
used.
We recommend that your spa water be changed every
4 to 6 months. You may nd the need to change your
spa water more frequently with heavy use. When empty,
your spa should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner,
such as Cal Spas™ All Surface Cleaner, and then rinsed
thoroughly.
See the section “Cleaning and Maintaining Your Spa” for
instructions on draining your spa.
When lling your spa, always ll through the skimmer
lter canister. Use only regular tap water.
WARNING: DO NOT USE SOFT WATER.
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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 Cal Spa™.
Planning the Best Location
Here are some of the things that you will need to consider
when determining where to place your new spa.
Safety First
Do not place your spa within 3 meters 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’ll 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 bather’s can clean their feet before entering
your spa. You may also consider keeping a small water-
lled basin nearby for bathers to rinse their feet before
enter your spa.
Allow For Service Access
Make sure the spa is positioned so that access to the
equipment compartment and all side panels will not be
blocked.
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.
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 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
or 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. We strongly recommended that
you have a qualied, licensed contractor prepare the
foundation for your spa.
Place the spa on a level foundation (preferably a 10 cm
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 68 kg per square foot.
Your Cal Spas™ retailer can help you with your foundation
and more. Your retailer has a wealth of information and
experience about how to get the most out of your spa
and can provide you with a full line of accessories that
are designed to compliment your spa and increase your
enjoyment.
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230 Volt Electrical Installation
All 230V spas must be permanently connected
(hardwired) to the power supply. 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.
This is the only acceptable electrical wiring procedure.
Spas wired in any other way will void your warranty. See
the wiring diagram on page 8.
The electrical wiring of this spa must meet the
requirements of any applicable local, state, and federal
codes. The electrical circuit must be installed by an
electrical contractor and approved by a local building /
electrical inspector.
RCD and Wiring Requirements
The power supplied to the spa must be on a dedicated
RCD protected circuit with no other appliances or lights
sharing the power.
Use copper wire with THHN insulation. Do not use
aluminum wire.
Use the table below to determine your GFCI and wiring
requirements.
When wires larger than #6 AWG are required, install a
junction box near the spa and use #6 AWG wire between
the junction box and the spa.
Wire runs over 26 m must increase wire gauge to the
next lower number. For example: A normal 50 amp RCD
with four #8 AWG copper wires run over 26 m would
require you to go to four #6 AWG copper wires.
Testing the RCD Breaker
Test the RCD breaker prior to rst use and periodically
when the spa is powered. To test the RCD breaker follow
these instructions (spa should be operating):
Press the TEST button on the RCD. The RCD will 1.
trip and the spa will shut off.
Reset the RCD 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.
Spa Model GFCI Required Wires Required
All 230V spas except Ultimate
Fitness
Spas with the 6205 control box One 32 amp RCD or two 16 amp
Fitness 2400 spa with one 5.5 kW
heater
Fitness 2400 with 8.5 kW heater
(optional) and Fitness 2500 spa
Fitness 4700 spa Service 1 (swim side): One 32
One 32 amp RCD or two 16 amp
RCDs
RCDs
One 32 amp RCD or two 16 amp
RCDs
Service 1: One 32 amp RCD or
two 16 amp RCDs
Service 2: One 32 amp RCD or
two 16 amp RCDs
amp RCD or two 16 amp RCDs
Service 2 (swim side): One 32
amp RCD or two 16 amp RCDs
Service 3 (spa side): One 32
amp RCD or two 16 amp RCDs
Three #10 AWG copper wires
Four #10 AWG copper wires
Four #10 AWG copper wires
Service 1: Three #10 AWG copper wires
Service 2: Two #10 AWG copper wires
Service 1: Three #10 AWG copper wires
Service 2: Two #10 AWG copper wires
Service 3: Three #10 AWG copper wires
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Electrical Installation for 8.5 kW Heater
This applies to Ultimate Fitness spas with the 8.5 kW heater only.
Two electrical services are required to heat the swim side of the
Fitness Spa.
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RCD Wiring Diagram
RCD Device
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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 on the next page.) 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 3m and no more than 7.6m 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 6.35 cm diameter holes through the spa panel.3.
Use two 5 cm (2”) couplings to connect the hoses to 3m - 4.5m 5 cm (2-3/8”) diameter PVC lines.4.
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.
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.
Remove the lter basket and cartridge from skimmer/3.
lter canister.
Place a garden hose in the skimmer/lter canister 4.
and ll your spa with regular tap water to the proper
water level (halfway up the skimmer area).
(For owners of the automatic bromine generator) 5.
Make sure the dial on the face of the bromine
generator unit is turned to the OFF position.
Open the air relief valve (located next to the two 6.
lters, if equipped) after the air bubbles stop coming
out of it. Close the valve hand-tight.
Once the water is at the correct level and air is bled, 7.
turn on the power at the RCD breaker.
NOTE: When the power is turned on to the spa, it
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 37.5˚C.
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.
Re-install the lter and the lter basket into the 9.
skimmer/lter canister.
The spa is now ready for use.
NOTE: 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.
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Operating Your Spa
6105 and 6205 Electronic Control Operation
Initial Start up
When rst powered up, it will automatically revert
to Priming mode. A Pr on the topside display will
indicate this. Priming mode will be active for less
than ve minutes at which time the heater will
be activated and the water temperature will be
maintained in Standard mode. The spa will heat
to 37.5°C at start up until the set temperature is
changed as described below.
Temperature Adjustment
(Range 26°C to 40°C)
The electronic control panels display the
actual water temperature in degrees Celsius.
The displayed temperature will only be current
after the pump has been running for at least
2 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.
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 economy-heating 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 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 return to turn pump off.•
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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 on. Press
it once again to turn off the pump 2 off.
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 15 minutes•
Diagnostic Messages
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.
Message Meaning
-- Spa temperature is unknown. After pump has been running for 2 minutes temperature will be
displayed.
HH Overheat protection (spa is shutdown) DO NOT ENTER THE WATER! One sensor has detected
118˚F (48˚C) at the heater. Remove the spa cover and allow spa to cool below 107˚F (42˚C). Press
any button on the topside display to reset spa. If spa will not reset after spa has cooled, turn off
power for approximately 30 seconds and then turn power back on. If display message is repeated
then shut the power off to the spa and call your dealer or service organization.
OH Overheat protection (spa is shutdown) DO NOT ENTER THE WATER! If the spa has reached 110˚F
(43˚C), remove the spa cover to cool the water. At 107˚F (42˚C), the spa should reset itself. If the
spa does not reset, then shut the power off to the spa, wait 30 seconds and restore power to spa.
If display message is repeated then shut the power off to the spa and call your dealer or service
organization.
IC A possible ice condition exists within the spa. No action is required, the pump will automatically
activate.
SA or Sb Spa is shut down. Spa has detected that one of the sensors is not operating properly. One of these
may display briey during overheat then disappear when overheat situation has been resolved. Call
your dealer or service organization if message does not go away.
Sn Sensor (Spa is shut down). The high limit or water temperature sensors are not working correctly.
Call your dealer or service organization.
HL A difference in readings between temperature sensors has been detected indicating a possible
water ow problem. Make sure spa is lled to proper level and that pumps are primed (water is
owing). Also check to make sure lter cartridges are clean. If message does not reset, call your
dealer or service organization.
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LF This will display on the 5th occurrence of the “HL” message in 24 hours indicating a persistent ow
problem. The heater will be shut down but other functions will continue to operate. Follow “HL”
message actions then press any button to reset.
dr Insufcient water ow through the heater has been detected. Spa will be shut down for 15 minutes.
Check water level and ll spa if water level is low. Make sure pumps are primed (water is owing)
and lter cartridges are clean. Press any button to reset or wait 15 minutes and spa will automatically
reset. If message does not reset, call your dealer or service organization.
dY Insufcient water level detected in heater. This will display on the 3rd occurrence of “dr” message.
Follow directions for “dr” message and press any button to reset spa. Spa will not automatically
reset when “dY” is displayed.
Sf Safety Suction System (Spa is shut down). The display will show “Sf” as soon as the vacuum switch
closes. All functions will turn off and the system will be disabled until a panel button is pressed.
ST Indicates heater is in standard mode
Ec Indicates heater is in economy mode
SL Indicates heater is in sleep mode
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8005 and 9005 Electronic Control Operation
When rst powered up, the
electronic system will perform
a self-diagnostic check and
then it will automatically heat
to and maintain a temperature
of 37.5˚C until you change the
set temperature as listed in the
“Temperature Adjustment” section
below.
These instructions will describe
features and options that your
particular spa may not be equipped
with.
Initial Start-up
When your spa is rst powered up, it displays some
conguration codes and then goes into priming mode
(Pr will appear on the display panel). This mode lasts up
to four minutes and then the spa begins to heat to its pre
-programmed temperature of 37.5˚C. You can exit the
priming mode early by pressing UP or DOWN buttons.
Temperature Adjustment (26.0˚C - 40.0˚C)
The start-up temperature is set at 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 programming.1.
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 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.
Jets 1 and Jets 2
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 noncirculation 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
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turns on automatically, it cannot be deactivated from the
panel; however, the high speed may be started.
Option (Optional Blower)
Press the OPTION button to turn the optional equipment
on and off. If left on, the equipment will automatically
turn off after 15 minutes.
Light
Press the LIGHT button to turn the spa light on and off.
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.
Setting the Temperature Lock
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. 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 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.
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, then the
DOWN button..
Circulation Pump (optional)
If your system is equipped with a circulation pump, it
may be congured to work in one of two different ways:
The circulation pump operates continuously (24 1.
hours) with the exception of turning off for 30 minutes
at a time when the water temperature reaches 1.7˚C
above the set temperature (most likely to happen in
very hot climates).
The circulation pump will come on when the system 2.
is checking temperature, during lter cycles, during
freeze conditions, or when another pump is on.
Ozone (optional)
On most systems, the ozone generator (if installed) runs
during lter cycles (except when pump 1 is operating
at high speed on a non-circulation 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 6.7˚C 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 7.2˚C 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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