Cal Spas Portable Spas User Manual

LTR20091001, Rev. A

12/15/08

Read This First!						Chemical Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . .		. .	24. . . . . .
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .		.				Traditional Chemical Start Up . . . . . . . . .		.	. 26. . . . . .
				.3. . . . . .
						Bromine Clear Water Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26. . . . . .
Basic Spa Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3. . . . . . . .
Preparing for Your New Portable Spa						Chlorine Clear Water Plan . . . . . . . . . . .		.	. 27. . . . . .
Planning the Best Location . . . . . . . . . .	.	.				Ozonator Clear Water Plan . . . . . . . . . .		. .	27. . . . . .
				. 5. . . . . . .
Preparing a Good Foundation . . . . . . . .	.	.				Bromine Generator Clear Water Plan . . . . .		.	. 28. . . .
				. 5. . . . . .
230 Volt Electrical Installation . . . . . . . .	. .	.				Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . .		. .	29. . . . . .
				.6. . . . . .
RCD Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 8. . .Cleaning. . . . . . and Maintenance
Gas Heater Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	.	.			Removing and Reseating the Pillows . . . .		. .	30. . . .
				9. . . . . . . . .
Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa	. .	.		11. .		Spa Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. .	.30. . . . . .
Operating Your Spa						Draining Your Portable Spa . . . . . . . . . .		. .	31. . . . . .
6105 and 6205 Electronic Control Operation	. .			12. .		Winterizing (Cold Climate Draining) . . . . .		. .	.31. . . .
8005 and 9005 Electronic Control Operation	. .			15. .		Cleaning the Cover, Shell and Pillows . . . .		. .	32. . . .
Auxiliary Control Operation . . . . . . . . .	.	.				Cleaning and Replacing the Filter . . . . . .		. .	33. . . . .
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Wireless Spa Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 19. . . Using. . . . the.						Entertainment System
Adjustable Jets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .					Operating the CD Player . . . . . . . . . . .		. .	.34. . . . . .
				19. . . . . . . . . .
Diverter Knobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		.				Raising and Lowering the 20” TV . . . . . . .		.	. 34. . . . .
				20. . . . . . . . . .
						Playing a Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. .	34. . . . . .
Air Venturis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20. . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustable Therapy System™ . . . . . . . .	.	.		20. . .	. .	.Using the iPod Docking Station . . . . . . .		. .	.35. . . . .
Multi-Colored Spa Light Operation . . . . .	.	.	.21. .		. .	Using the Universal Remote Control . . . . .		.	. 35. . . .
Aromatherapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .						Programming the Universal Remote Control		. .	36. .
		. .21. . . . . . . . . .
Waterfalls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .				Appendix
			.21. . . . . . . . . . .
Water Quality Maintenance						Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		.	. 37. . . . . .
Cal Spas Clear Water Plan . . . . . . . . . .						Keeping Fit with your Cal Spa . . . . . . . .		. .	47. . . . . .
	. . 22. . . . . . .
Alternative Sanitation Options . . . . . . . . .		.		22. . . . .		.Cal Spas™ Chemicals . . . . . . . . . . . . .		.	. 49. . . . . .
						2009 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50. . . . . .
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 specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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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: [phone]

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 first 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 fittings in this spa are sized to match the specific water flow created by the pump. Should the need arise to replace the suction fittings, or the pump, be sure the flow rates are compatible.

DANGER -- RISK OF INJURY: Never operate the spa if the suction fitting or filter baskets are broken or missing.

DANGER -- RISK OF INJURY: Never replace a suction fitting with one that is rated less than the flow rate marked on the original suction fitting.

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.

Read This First!

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 benefits, 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 filtering 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 preprogrammed filter 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 finish 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 efficient 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 filter 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 find 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 filling your spa, always fill through the skimmer filter 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	your spa. You may also consider keeping a small water-
		filled basin nearby for bathers to rinse their feet before
	Here are some of the things that you will need to consider	enter your spa.
	when determining where to place your new spa.	Allow For Service Access
	Safety First
		Make sure the spa is positioned so that access to the
	Do not place your spa within 3 meters of overhead power	equipment compartment and all side panels will not be
		blocked.
	lines.
	Consider How You Will Use Your Spa	Many people choose to install a decorative structure
		around their spa. If you are installing your spa with any
	How you intend to use your spa will help you determine	type of structure on the outside, such as a gazebo,
	where you should position it. For example, will you use	remember to allow access for service. It is always best
	your spa for recreational or therapeutic purposes? If	to design special installations so that the spa can still be
	your spa is mainly used for family recreation, be sure to	moved, or lifted off the ground.
	leave plenty of room around it for activity. If you will use it	Preparing a Good Foundation
	for relaxation and therapy, you’ll probably want to create
	a specific mood around it.
	Plan for Your Environment	Your spa needs a solid and level foundation. The area
		that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the
	If you live in a region where it snows in the winter or	spa and the occupants who use it. If the foundation
	rains frequently, place the spa near a house entry. By	is inadequate, it may shift or settle after the spa is in
	doing this, you will have a place to change clothes and	place, causing stress that could damage your spa shell
		or finish.
	not be uncomfortable.	Damage caused by inadequate or improper foundation
	Consider Your Privacy
		support is not covered by the warranty. It is the
	In a cold-weather climate, bare trees won’t provide	responsibility of the spa owner to provide a proper
		foundation for the spa. We strongly recommended that
	much privacy. Think of your spa’s surroundings during
		you have a qualified, licensed contractor prepare the
	all seasons to determine your best privacy options.	foundation for your spa.
	Consider the view of your neighbors as well when you
		Place the spa on a level foundation (preferably a 10 cm
	plan the location of your spa.
		concrete slab). If you are installing the spa indoors, pay
	Provide A View With Your Spa	close attention to the flooring beneath it. Choose flooring
	Think about the direction you will be facing when sitting	that will not be damaged or stained.
		If you are installing your spa on an elevated wood deck
	in your spa. Do you have a special landscaped area in
	your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps there is an	or other structure, consult a structural engineer or a
	area that catches a soothing breeze during the day or a	contractor to ensure the structure will support the weight
		of 68 kg per square foot.
	lovely sunset in the evening.
		Your Cal Spas™ retailer can help you with your foundation
	Keep Your Spa Clean
		and more. Your retailer has a wealth of information and
	In planning your spa’s location, consider a location	experience about how to get the most out of your spa
		and can provide you with a full line of accessories that
	where the path to and from the house can be kept clean
		are designed to compliment your spa and increase your
	and free of debris.
		enjoyment.
	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
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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 first use and periodically when the spa is powered. To test the RCD breaker follow these instructions (spa should be operating):

1.Press the TEST button on the RCD. The RCD will trip and the spa will shut off.

2.Reset the RCD breaker by switching the breaker 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			One 32 amp RCD or two 16 amp	Three #10 AWG copper wires
Fitness			RCDs
Spas with the 6205 control box			One 32 amp RCD or two 16 amp	Four #10 AWG copper wires
			RCDs
Fitness 2400 spa with one 5.5 kW			One 32 amp RCD or two 16 amp	Four #10 AWG copper wires
heater			RCDs
Fitness 2400 with 8.5 kW heater			Service 1: One 32 amp RCD or	Service 1: Three #10 AWG copper wires
(optional) and Fitness 2500 spa			two 16 amp RCDs	Service 2: Two #10 AWG copper wires
			Service 2: One 32 amp RCD or
			two 16 amp RCDs
Fitness 4700 spa			Service 1 (swim side): One 32	Service 1: Three #10 AWG copper wires
			amp RCD or two 16 amp RCDs	Service 2: Two #10 AWG copper wires
			Service 2 (swim side): One 32
				Service 3: Three #10 AWG copper wires
			amp RCD or two 16 amp RCDs
			Service 3 (spa side): One 32
			amp RCD or two 16 amp RCDs

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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 figures 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:

1.Disconnect the ready union.

2.Cut off both sides of the union and discard it.

3.Create two 6.35 cm diameter holes through the spa panel.

4.Use two 5 cm (2”) couplings to connect the hoses to 3m - 4.5m 5 cm (2-3/8”) diameter PVC lines.

5.Connect PVC lines to the gas heater.

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Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa

Never fill 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 finish of the spa and void your warranty.

7.Once the water is at the correct level and air is bled, 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 five

1.Once the spa has been placed on an approved minutes. When the diagnostic is complete, the spa surface and has been correctly wired by a licensed will automatically operate at filter speed and continue

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.

2.If equipped, open all gate valves in the equipment area. Before operating the spa, these valves must be in the UP or OPEN position.

3.Removethefilterbasketandcartridgefromskimmer/ filter canister.

4.Place a garden hose in the skimmer/filter canister and fill your spa with regular tap water to the proper water level (halfway up the skimmer area).

5.(For owners of the automatic bromine generator) Make sure the dial on the face of the bromine generator unit is turned to the OFF position.

6.Open the air relief valve (located next to the two filters, if equipped) after the air bubbles stop coming out of it. Close the valve hand-tight.

heating until the spa water temperature reaches the default temperature of 37.5˚C.

8.If no water is flowing when the pump is running 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.

9.Re-install the filter and the filter basket into the skimmer/filter 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 fittings.

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6105 and 6205 Electronic Control Operation

Initial Start up

Whenfirstpoweredup,itwillautomaticallyrevert to Priming mode. A Pr on the topside display will indicate this. Priming mode will be active for less than five 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 flash.

•While the display is flashing, 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 flashing 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 briefly 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 filtration 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 filtering 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

Operating Your Spa

Setting Filtration Cycles

Your spa is programmed to filter twice a day. The first 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 filtration time, turn off the power to the spa at the time of day you would like one of the filtration 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 filtering cycle duration. When desired duration is selected press the “Jets” button to exit.

At the beginning of each filtering cycle the Turbo system will run for approximately 30 seconds. The low speed pump will run for the duration of the filtering cycle and if an Ozone system is installed it will be activated. During filtering, “FC” will appear on the main display.

Diagnostic Messages

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 briefly 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 flow problem. Make sure spa is filled to proper level and that pumps are primed (water is
	flowing). Also check to make sure filter 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 flow
	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	Insufficient water flow through the heater has been detected. Spa will be shut down for 15 minutes.
	Check water level and fill spa if water level is low. Make sure pumps are primed (water is flowing)
	and filter 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	Insufficient 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 first 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 first powered up, it displays some configuration 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 flashes. 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.

1. Press MODE/PROG to enter mode programming.

2.Press the DOWN button to cycle through to the desired mode.

3.Press MODE/PROG to confirm selection.

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 filter 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 filter 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 filter. 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

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 configured to work in one of two different ways:

1.The circulation pump operates continuously (24 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).

2.The circulation pump will come on when the system is checking temperature, during filter cycles, during freeze conditions, or when another pump is on.

Preset Filter Cycles

There are two filter 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 filter cycles are as follows:

•The first filter cycle is automatically activated at 8:00

AM and operates the pump until 10:00 AM. The

“FILTER 1” indicator icon will light when filter 1 is running.

•The second filter cycle is automatically activated at

8:00 PM and operates the pump until 10:00 PM. The

“FILTER 2” indicator icon will light when filter 2 is running.

The pump and the ozone generator will run during filtration. At the start of each filter 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 five minutes. In the event of power loss or shut down, the time of day will need to be reset for filter 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 (optional)

On most systems, the ozone generator (if installed) runs during filter 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 configured 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 hasrisento7.2˚Corhigher.Incolderclimates,anoptional 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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