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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

WARNING SIGNS.................................................................................................................................................4

INITIAL STARTUP....................................................................................................................................................5

OPERATION...............................................................................................................................................................8

THE CONTROL PANEL......................................................................................................................................8

PROGRAMMING THE SPA FUNCTIONS......................................................................................................10

CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY MESSAGES.....................................................................................................11

FEATURES UNIQUE TO CERTAIN MODELS...................................................................................................12

DYNAMIC L.E.D. LIGHT (ON CERTAIN MODELS)...................................................................................12

ROUTINE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE..........................................................................................................13

DRAINING YOUR HOT TUB............................................................................................................................13

FILTER CLEANING...........................................................................................................................................13

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT........................................................................................................................13

CARE FOR THE HOT TUB SURFACE............................................................................................................14

SPECIAL COLD WEATHER INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................................15

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE..............................................................................................................................18

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

When installing and using this equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed , including:

• Risk of Accidental Drowning. Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children.

To avoid accidents, ensure that children cannot use or approach the spa unless they are supervised at all times.

• Risk of Serious Injury or Death. 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 that the flow rates
are compatible. Never operate the spa 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, a spa may be
installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently connected by a minimum No. 8
AWG (8.4 mm2) solid copper conductor attached to 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, television, etc.

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within 5 feet (1.5 m) of a spa. Never operate any electrical appliances from inside the spa or when you are wet.
The electrical supply for this spa must include a suitably rated switch or circuit breaker to open all ungrounded

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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 spa occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5 m), from
the spa water.

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A grounding wire connector is provided on this spa to connect a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm2) solid cop per
conductor between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water
pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5 m) of the spa.

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Do not attempt to remove the light housing cover without lowering the water level below the light housing
cover.
To Reduce the Risk of Injury: The water in a spa should never exceed 104° F (40° C). Water temperatures

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between 100° F (38° C) and 104° F (40° C) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures
are recommended for young children and when spa use exceeds 10 minutes.
To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal

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damage during the early months of pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water
temperatures to 100° F (38° C).
To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Before entering a spa, the user should measure the water temperature with an

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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 spa use may lead to

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unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.

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To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Pregnant women, the elderly, infants, or persons suffering 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 a spa. People with infections diseases should not use a hot tub.

• To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa since

some medication may induce drowsiness, while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and

circulation.
Observe a reasonable time limit when using the spa. Long exposures at high temperatures can cause high body
temperature. Symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, fainting, drowsiness, and reduced awareness. These effects could
result in possible drowning.

• Enter and exit the spa slowly. Wet surfaces can be very slippery.

• Proper chemical maintenance of spa water is necessary to maintain safe water and prevent possible damage to

spa components.

• Use the spa straps and clip tie downs to secure the cover when not in use. This will help to discourage

unsupervised children from entering the spa and keep the spa cover secure in high wind conditions. There is no

guarantee that the cover, clip tie downs, actual locks will prevent access to the spa.

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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 spa 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 spa or hot tub shall be bonded to the equipment grounding bus with copper conductors no t smaller than No.
6 AWG.

• Children should not use spas or hot tubs without adult supervision.

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

SURVEILLANCE

• Do not use spas 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

TRE 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 physician before using a spa

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 a spa 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 spa 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 a spa 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 spa 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 TRE DANGEREUX POUR LA SANTÉ DE SE PLONGE R DANS DE

L’EAU À PLUS DE 38°C.

• Before entering the spa 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 a spa or ho t tub immediately following strenuous exercise.

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

EXERCICE SATIGANT.

• Prolonged immersion in a spa or hot tub may be injurious to your health.

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

DANGEREUSE POUR LA SANTÉ.

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• Do not permit electric appliances (such as a light, telephone, radio, television, etc.) within 1.5m of this spa 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 spas.

• AVERTISSEMENT: LA CONSOMMATION D’ALCOOL OU DE DROGUE A UG 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. A description of the causes, symptoms, and effects of
hyperthermia are as follows: Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several
degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6° F, or 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 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 befor e entering to be sure that it’s comfortable.

• DO keep the spa cover closed when the spa is not in use. This is important for safety and for economical spa

operation.

Don’t

• DON’T block the equipment compartment vents. Blockage may cause damage to the spa equipment and will

void the warranty.

• DON’T block or sit on the filter recess area.

• DON’T allow horseplay or unsupervised use of your spa.

• DON’T allow anyone to tamper or play with any of the safety or suction fittings of your spa.

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Warning Signs

Each spa has been provided with a Warning Sign and an Important Notice label.

This label outlines safety precautions. This sign should be permanently placed in a location that is visible to the spa user.
Replacement signs can be obtained from:

Dimension One Spas

2611 Business Park Drive

Vista, CA 92081

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