Dimension One Spas Aquatic Fitness System User Manual

Dimension One Spas - Aquatic Fitness System Owner’s Manual

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Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .....................................................................................................1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CANADA) (CSA SAFETY INFORMATION) ............................. 2

HYPERTHERMIA .........................................................................................................................................3

SAFETY DO’S AND DON’TS.......................................................................................................................3

DANGER SIGN.............................................................................................................................................4

USING THE “POOL-SIDE” CONTROL PANEL..........................................................................................8

PROGRAMMING THE FILTER CYCLE.....................................................................................................10

USING THE SPA SIDE OF THE “DUAL TEMP” MODEL.........................................................................12

OPERATION OF THE SPA........................................................................................................................12

MESSAGES THAT APPEAR IN THE DISPLAY WINDOW.......................................................................14

HYDROSPORT™ SWIM SYSTEM.............................................................................................................17

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................17

USING THE SWIM TETHER ......................................................................................................................17

USING THE SWIM KICK BAR...................................................................................................................18

USING THE SWIM JETS............................................................................................................................18

OPTIONAL HYDROSPORT™ ROWING SYSTEM.................................................................................... 19

INSTALLING THE ROWING SYSTEM......................................................................................................19

ROWING FOR THE FIRST TIME............................................................................................................... 20

CONNECTING THE HYDROSPORT™ BODY BELT ................................................................................ 21

CONNECTING THE HYDROSPORT™ D-HANDLES................................................................................21

CONNECTING THE HYDROSPORT™ BAR STRAPS.............................................................................. 21

HYDROSPORT™ EXERCISE BARS ......................................................................................................... 22

INSTALLING THE STATIONARY EXERCISE BARS............................................................................... 22

HYDROSPORT™ AQUATIC FITNESS BAR ............................................................................................. 22

INSTALLING THE AQUATIC FITNESS BAR............................................................................................ 22

ROUTINE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................23

DRAINING YOUR SYSTEM....................................................................................................................... 23

FILTER CLEANING....................................................................................................................................23

LIGHT REPLACEMENT.............................................................................................................................23

SURFACE CARE........................................................................................................................................24

SPECIAL COLD WEATHER INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................24

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE................................................................................................................... 26

HEATING SYSTEM....................................................................................................................................26

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM..............................................................................................................................26

WATER SYSTEM .......................................................................................................................................26

SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ................................................................................................................... 27

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Installation and use of this equipment requires the user to always follow safety precautions including:

• Risk of Accidental Drowning. Exercise extreme caution to prevent unsupervised children going

near the Aquatic Fitness System. Children should not use the Aquatic Fitness System without
adult supervision.
Risk of Serious Injury or Death. If you need to replace the suction fitting or pump make sure

•

that the flow rates are compatible. Never operate the Aquatic Fitness System if the suction fittings
are broken or missing. Never replace a suction fitting with one rated less than the flow rate
marked on the original suction fitting.

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Risk of Electric Shock. Install at least 5 FEET (1.5 m), from all metal surfaces. As an alternative,
the Aquatic Fitness System may be installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface is
permanently connected by a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm
the wire connector on the grounding lug, inside the equipment compartment on the equipment can.
Risk of Electric Shock. Do not permit any electrical appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio,

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television, etc. within 5 feet (1.5 m) of the Aquatic Fitness System. Never operate any electrical
appliances from inside the Aquatic Fitness System or when you are wet.
Danger. The electrical supply for this Aquatic Fitness System must include a suitably rated switch

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or circuit breaker to open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply with section 680-42 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1993. The disconnect must be readily accessible and
visible to the Aquatic Fitness System occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5 m), from the
Aquatic Fitness System water.

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Danger. A grounding wire connector is provided on this Aquatic Fitness System to connect a
minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm
equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet
(1.5 m) of the Aquatic Fitness System.
Risk of Electric Shock. Do not attempt to remove the light housing cover without lowering the

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water level below the light housing cover.

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To Reduce the Risk of Injury: The water in the Aquatic Fitness System 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 Aquatic Fitness System use exceeds 10 minutes.

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To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for
causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant
women should limit Aquatic Fitness System water temperatures to 100° F (38° C).

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To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Before entering the Aquatic Fitness System, the user should
measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of water
temperature-regulating devices may vary as much as +/- 5° F (2° C).
To Reduce the Risk of Injury: The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during Aquatic

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Fitness System use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.

• To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Pregnant women, the elderly, infants, or persons suffe ring from
obesity or with a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system
problems, or diabetes, should consult a physician before using the Aquatic Fitness System.
People with infectious diseases should not use an Aquatic Fitness System.

• To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Persons using medication should consult a physician before
using the Aquatic Fitness System since some medication may induce drowsi ness, while other
medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.

• Observe a reasonable time limit when using the Aquatic Fitness System. Long exposures at high
temperatures can cause high body temperature (hyperthermia, see pg. 3). Enter and exit the
Aquatic Fitness System slowly. Wet surfaces can be very slippery.

• Proper chemical maintenance of Aquatic Fitness System water is necessary to maintain safe
water and prevent possible damage to Aquatic Fitness System components.

• Use the cover straps and clip tie downs to secure the cover when not in use. This will help
discourage unsupervised children from entering the spa and keep the spa cove r secure in high
wind conditions. There is no guarantee that the cover, clip tie downs, or the actual locks will
prevent access to the Aquatic Fitness System.

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2

) solid copper conductor attached to

2

) solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CANADA)
(CSA SAFETY INFORMATION)

In addition to the preceding safety instructions, Canadian owners should read and

understand the following information from the Canadian Safety Association:

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

• A green colored terminal or a terminal marked G, GR, Ground, Grounding, or the symbol * is
located inside the supply terminal box or compartment. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this terminal must be connected to the grounding means provided in the electric supply
service panel with a continuous copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductors
supplying this equipment.

o IEC Publication 417, Symbol 5019.

• At least two lugs marked “BONDING LUGS” are provided on the external surface or on the
inside of the supply terminal box/compartment. To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect
the local common bonding grid in the area of the hot tub or Aquatic Fitness System to these
terminals with an insulated or bare copper conductor not smaller than No. 6 AWG.

• All field-installed metal components such as rails, ladders, drains or other similar hardware
within 3 meters of the Aquatic Fitness System or hot tub shall be bonded to the equipment
grounding bus with copper conductors not smaller than No. 6 AWG.

• Children should not use Aquatic Fitness Systems or hot tubs without adult supervisio n.

• AVERTISSEMENT: NE PAS LAISSER LES ENFANTS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE

RELAXATION SANS SURVEILLANCE

• Do not use Aquatic Fitness Systems or hot tubs unless all suction guards are installed to
prevent body and hair entrapment.

• AVERTISSEMENT: POUR ÉVITER QUE LES CHEVEUX OU UNE PARTIE DU CORPS
PUISSENT TRES ASPIRÉS, NE PAS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION SI LES
GRILLES DE PRISE D’ASPIRATION NE SONT PAS TOUTES EN PLACE.

• People using medications and/or having adverse medical history should consult a physi cian
before using an Aquatic Fitness System or hot tub.

• AVERTISSEMENT: LES PERSONNES QUI PRENNENT DES MÉDICAMENTS OU ONT
DES PROBLÈMES DE SANTÉ DEVRAIENT CONSULTER UN MÉDECIN AVANT
D’UTILISER USE CUVE DE RELAXATION.

• People with infectious diseases should not use an Aquatic Fitness System or hot tub.

• AVERTISSEMENT: LES PERSONNES ATTEINTES DE MALADIES INFECTIEUSES NE

DEVRAIENT PAS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION.

• To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the Aquatic Fitness System or hot tub.

• AVERTISSEMENT: POUR ÉVITER DES BLESSURES, USER DE PRUDENCE EN

ENTRANT DANS UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION ET E SORTANT.

• Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of the Aquatic Fitness System or hot tub
to avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning.

• AVERTISSEMENT: POUR ÉVITER L’ÉVANOUISSEMENT ET LA NOYADE EVENTUELLE,
NE PRENDRE NI DROGUE NI ALCOOL AVANT D’UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION
NI QUAND ON S’Y TROUVE.

• Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a physician before using a n Aquatic
Fitness System or hot tub.

• AVERTISSEMENT: LES FEMMES ENCEINTES, QUE LEUR GROSSESSE SOIT
CONFIRMÉE OU NON, DEVRAIENT CONSULTER UN MÉDECIN AVANT D’UTILISER UNE
CUVE DE RELAXATION.

• Water temperature in excess of 38° C may be injurious to your health.

• AVERTISSEMENT: IL PEUT TRES DANGEREUX POUR LA SANTÉ DE SE PLONGER
DANS DE L’EAU À PLUS DE 38°C.

• Before entering the Aquatic Fitness System or hot tub, measure the water temperature with

an accurate thermometer.

• AVERTISSEMENT: AVANT D’UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION MESURER LA
TEMPÉRATURE DE L’EAU À L’AIDE D’UN THERMOMÈTRE PRÉCIS.

• Do not use an Aquatic Fitness System or hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise.

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• AVERTISSEMENT: NE PAS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION IMMEDIATEMENT
APRÈS UN EXERCICE FATIGANT.

• Prolonged immersion in an Aquatic Fitness System or hot tub may be injurious to your health.

• AVERTISSEMENT: L’UTILISATION PROLONGÉE D’UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION PEUT

TRES DANGEREUSE POUR LA SANTÉ.

• Do not permit electric appliances (such as a light, telephone, radio, television, etc.) within

1.5m of this Aquatic Fitness System or hot tub.

• AVERTISSEMENT: NE PAS PLACER D’APPAREIL ÉLECTRIQUE (LUMINAIRE,
TÉLÉPHONE, RADIO, TÉLÉVISEUR, ETC.) À MOINS DE 1.5 M DE CETTE CUVE DE
RELAXATION.

• Maintain water chemistry in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

• ATTENTION: LA TENEUR DE L’EAU EN MATIERÈS DISSOUTES DOIT TRE CONFORME

AUX DIRECTIVES DU FABRICANT.

• The use of alcohol or drugs can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs and
Aquatic Fitness Systems.

• AVERTISSEMENT: LA CONSOMMATION D’ALCOOL OU DE DROGUE AUG M ENTE
CONSIDÈRABLEMENT LES RISQUES D’HYPERTHERMIE MORTELLE DANS UNE CUVE
DE RELAXATION.

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Hyperthermia

Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal
temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of
(98.6˚ F, 37° C). The symptoms of hyperthermia include dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy, and fainting.
The effects of hyperthermia include:

• Failure to perceive heat,

• Failure to recognize the need to exit the spa,

• Unawareness of impending hazard,

• Fetal damage in pregnant women,

• Physical inability to exit spa,

• Unconsciousness resulting in the danger of drowning.

Safety Do’s and Don’ts

DO

• DO read all operating instructions.

• DO read, understand and follow all Safety, Danger and Warning instructions before use.

• DO test water temperature with your hand before entering.

• DO keep the cover down when the spa or AFS remains unused.

DO NOT

• DO NOT block or sit on the filter recess area.

• DO NOT allow horseplay or unsupervised use of your AFS.

• DO NOT allow anyone to tamper or play with any of the safety or suction fittings of your spa

or AFS system.

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DANGER SIGN

Every AFS has a warning sign that
outlines safety precautions. Read
and familiarize yourself with all
warnings listed on this sign. Make the
sign visible and accessible to all AFS
users.

Replacement signs may be obtained
from:

Dimension One Spas

2611 Business Park Drive

Vista, CA 92081

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Initial Startup

Go over the initial startup with your dealer before they begin the installation of your spa.
IMPORTANT: About your GFCI Circuit Breaker — The GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter —

also called a "circuit breaker”) automatically shuts off power to the Aquatic Fitness System in case of
an electrical malfunction. You must have a GFCI installed according to your local building codes in
an electrical power box near your system. The GFCI must be OFF before you fill your Aquatic Fitness
System with water. You can manually turn off power to the system any time by moving the switch into
the OFF position. After turning off the GFCI check for a blank control panel screen which means the
power is off. To turn power back on move the switch to the ON position.

If you have questions about the location or operation of your GFCI, ask your dealer for clarification.
DO NOT use your system unless you understand the operation of the GFCI.

1. Locate the equipment
compartment, beneath the steps
of the AFS. Have your dealer
familiarize you with the equipment
components.

2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to
remove the equipment
compartment screws. Open the
compartment.

3. Check the pump unions (see
photo) for hand-tightness and to
prevent the possibility of
leakages.

4. Check near the pumps to make sure
the gate valve has the red safety clips
in place which means that the gate
valve is open (see photo above).

5. Remove the two front and two rear
shipping bolts on each pump mount.
(See photo, left).

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6. Remove the

filter baskets
and the foam
blocks securing
the filters.

7. Remove one of

the two filters
from the pool side of the system. (If
you have the Dual-Temp model with
separate built-in spa, also remove the
filter from the spa side). (If you need
more details on how to remove the
filters, see the Filter Cleaning section,
pg. 23)

8. Ensure that the hose

bibs are

closed before
filling the spa. The
hose bibs are
connected to hoses in the equipment
compartment. Turn the handles on
the side of the valve perpendicular to
the pipe to close the hose bibs. The
picture at right shows an open hose
bib.

9. Place a garden hose in
the empty filter canister
to fill the system. Fill
the system until the
water level reaches the
center of the tile line.

10. After filling the system, return the filter to its basket. After the filter is in place, turn on the
GFCI circuit breaker. The Display Window of the Pool will show the current water
temperature.

NEVER run your spa’s pumps without the filters in place. This can cause damage to
the pumps.

11. Prime the pumps by pushing the JETS 1 button once and letting it
run for 30 to 45 seconds. To turn off, push it again. Repeat for the
JETS 2 and JETS 3 buttons.

If the jets do not turn on, air is trapped in the plumbing lines. To
eliminate the trapped air, turn the pumps on and off several times to
force the trapped air through the pumps. If the jets still do not turn on,
turn off the pumps and loosen the pump unions slightly to let any
trapped air escape. Re-tighten the pump unions and turn the pumps on
again. Turn the pumps on and off several times until jets function
properly.

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12. Press the Warmer (UP) Button and Cooler (DOWN) Buttons until
your desired water temperature appears. The Display Window
shows your Set Temperature for five seconds before reverting back
to the current water temperature.

If you have the Dual-Temp model with built-in spa, likewise set the spa
temperature using the + and – buttons. See the spa programming
section later in this manual for more details. (pg. 15)

The Display Window does not allow you to set the temperature above 104° F
(≅40°C). However, if the water temperature exceeds 104° F (≅40° C), the display will
show the actual temperature. Never get in water if the temperature exceeds 104°
F (≅40° C).

13. While heating the spa, inspect the pump unions and plumbing fittings for leaks. When you
have finished the inspection, you can reinstall the equipment compartment panel.

14. After completing the above steps, see the Water Care Guide (provided separately) to
ensure proper water chemistry.

15. Place the thermal cover on your Aquatic Fitness System to conserve energy and keep it
ready for use.

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Using Your Aquatic Fitness System

Using the “Pool-Side” Control Panel

Your Aquatic Fitness System has a Control Panel on the top side to control the Pool Functions. (If
you have the “Dual Temp” model the spa-side functions are controlled by a separate panel, pg . 12).

The Display Window

The Display Window shows the current water temperature, except when you
adjust the temperature. Five seconds after you finish setting the desired
temperature, the Display Window reverts back to the current temperature.

Jets 1 Button

Pressing the Jets 1 button once turns Pump 1 on low speed. A second press
turns it to High Speed. A third press turns the pump off, unless the pump has
been automatically activated during a heating cycle – in which case a third
press returns the pump to Low Speed for heating. A built-in timer automatically
shuts the pump off after 20 minutes of operation. The Jets 1 Indicator light
(beside the button) will glow while the pump is running.

Pump 1 powers the Swim Jets and/or HydroTherapy Jets. The diverter valve
(see left) controls which set of jets gets the water, and how much flows to
each set. (Note: If you have the Dual Temp model with built-in spa, the spa
side has a diverter valve but the swim side does not.)

Pump 1 also runs on low speed during all filtering and heating cycles. During the
filter cycle the indicator light for Jets 1 glows. If you manually press JETS 1 during a
filter cycle, that particular filter cycle disables to give you control of the jet pump.

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