Dynasty Spas 2006 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Owner's Information

Dealer

Company: _______________________________________
Address: ________________________________________
Phone:__________________________________________
E-Mail:__________________________________________

Installer

Company: _______________________________________
Address: ________________________________________
Phone:__________________________________________
Warranty Submitted: _______________________________

Model: ________________________
Serial Number:__________________
Equipment Pack: ________________
Color: _________________________
Date of Delivery: ________________

We appreciate your business and our sincere desire is that
you receive years of pleasure and therapy from your
Dynasty Spa. Please call your local Dynasty Spa Dealer if
you have any questions or problems. If they are
unavailable, please feel free to call the Dynasty Spas
Customer Service Group at: 800-951-6224.

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Table Of Contents

Owner’s Information ..................2

Safety Instructions.....................5

Basic Introductory Information...7

Set-Up & Delivery Guidelines....8

Wiring Diagram........................10

Pre-Operation Instructions.......11

General Controls & Valves ......12

Filter Location..........................14

Filter Maintenance...................15

Water Care ..............................16

Draining Your Spa....................20

Winterizing Your Spa...............21

Cover Maintenance .................22

Trouble Shooting Guide...........23

Glossary of Terms....................25

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Dear Dynasty Spa Owner:

Congratulations on your purchase of a new Dynasty Spa. You
now possess the ultimate passport to tranquility - a miniature
vacation at home, ready and waiting for you in your own
backyard!

We want you to enjoy your Dynasty Spa. Many hours of research
have gone into the design of your spa, to ensure the ultimate in
hydrotherapy and relaxation. Only the highest quality components
have been used, to ensure years of trouble-free operation. Your
comfort and enjoyment have been designed into your Dynasty
Spa from the start.

Please take the time to read through this Owner's Manual. In it,
you will find guidelines on caring for your spa, a complete
explanation of the controls, safety instructions, a trouble-shooting
section, and lots more.

Once again, we welcome you to the family of Dynasty Spa
owners. Your thoughts and ideas are important and we
encourage you to share them with us. Please write to us at the
address below

, or send us an e-mail with your comments.

Thank you for your business and your confidence in our
company. We look forward to serving you!

Sincerely,

Mike Deans
President, Dynasty Spas

Dynasty Spas
101 Dynasty W
Athens, Tennessee 37303
www.dynastyspas.com

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Important Safety Instructions

When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:

1) READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

2) WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to
use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
Keep spa cover locked when not in use.

3) Wiring should be done by a qualified electrician, according to the
directions listed under “Set-up And Delivery Guidelines”, and
“Wiring Diagram”. AGFCI must be used.

4) DANGER: Risk of injury. The suction fittings in this spa are sized to
match the specific water flow created by 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 that the flow rate marked on the original suction
fitting.

5) DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Install at least 5 feet (1.5m)
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 #8 AWG solid copper conductor to the
wire connector on the terminal box that is provided for this
purpose.

6) DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Do not permit any electrical
appliance, such as light, telephone, radio or television within 5ft.
(1.5m) of spa.

7) WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury:

• The water temperature in a spa should never exceed 104°F. A
water temperature of 104°F is considered safe for a healthy adult.
Lower water temperatures are recommended for young children
and when spa use exceeds 10 minutes.

• Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for
causing fetal injury during the early months of pregnancy, pregnant
or possibly pregnant women should consult their physician before
use.

• Before entering a spa, the user should measure the water
temperature with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of
water temperature regulating devices varies.

• The use of alcohol or medications before or during spa use may
lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.

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Important Safety Instructions (cont.)

• 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.

• Persons using medication should consult a physician before using
a spa since some medication may affect heart rate, blood
pressure, and circulation.

8) The causes, symptoms and effects of hyperthermia may be
described as follows:

Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body
reaches a level several degrees above the normal temperature of

98.6 degrees F.
The symptoms of hyperthermia include an increase in the internal

temperature of the body, dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness and
fainting. The effects of hyperthermia include:

• Failure to feel heat

• Failure to recognize the need to exit the spa

• Unawareness of impending hazards

• Fetal injury in pregnant women

• Physical inability to exit the spa or hot tub

• Unconsciousness resulting in the potential of drowning.

9) Never touch or come in contact with any electrical accessory when
in your spa or when your body is wet.

10) Prior to performing any service to the Spa Pack, turn off ALL power
to the system at the main power source breaker.

11) Never turn equipment pack on unless spa is filled with water 2"
above the skimmer.

CAUTION: Each persons body and circulatory system has different
tolerances and responds differently to warm/hot water immersion.
Most people in good health find a water temperature of about
102ºF to be satisfying and limit time in water at this temperature to
20-30 minutes. Use of alcoholic beverages and certain
medications may affect the way your body's system reacts to warm
water/hot immersion.

CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN FOR RECOMMENDATIONS.

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Basic Introductory Information

Congratulations on the purchase of your new spa. Our goal is to provide
you with a warm and relaxing spa which incorporates a soothing water
massage. In order to maximize the pleasure of your spa, you will need
to understand how it works.

The following operating and maintenance instructions are very important
and must be followed carefully. With proper care and maintenance your
spa will provide you with years of satisfaction with minimum effort.

• The pump and heater should be operated a minimum of two hours
per day for cleaning and heating.

• The length of time required to heat your spa to the desired water
temperature will vary, depending on the air temperature, season,
and wind velocity. We highly recommend using a vinyl hard cover
to minimize heat loss and to protect your spa when not in use.
Covers are available from your local Dynasty Spa dealer.

• The replaceable filter cartridge is trouble free and easy to clean. A
routine cleaning is the best practice. Make sure the pump is off,
then remove the cartridge. Wash it off using a water hose with a
pressure nozzle and then reassemble. This should be done on a
monthly basis.

• Keep the spa water level 2" above the skimmer. Never allow the
water level to drop below the bottom of the skimmer opening. If the
water level is too low, the skimmer will allow air into the water lines
of the pump, causing it to lose its prime (water - flow). Running the
pump without water flow will damage the pump seal assembly and
could possibly result in further equipment damage.

• If your spa has a natural wood skirt or if you purchased a gazebo,
we recommend applying a wood sealer of your choice (always
follow application instructions) to protect the finish. Repeat as
directions suggest.

• You should clean your spa at least every 3-4 months. Drain the
spa water and use a liquid cleanser such as 409 or Fantastic. DO
NOT use hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Fill with regular tap
water and chemically treat the water for a clean and healthy spa.

• CAUTION: Cover must be kept on spa at all times when spa is
drained or winterized. Direct exposure to sunlight can damage
plastic parts and interior surface, jets, or any interior components.
Damage caused by exposure to the sun will not be covered under
warranty.

• WARNING: Do not use soft water. It may harm your acrylic.

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Set-up And Delivery Guidelines

Getting Ready For Delivery & Set-up Of Your New Spa

Surface And Pad Requirements

• Your new portable spa must be placed on a uniformly firm, flat, and
level surface. Aconcrete pad 4 inches thick is best.

• If your spa is located near sprinklers, adjust or cap them so they

do not hit the siding of the spa.

Balconies And Deck Requirements

• Decking must be constructed to support 85 pounds per square
foot.

• Balconies must be constructed to meet current state and local
codes.

• Gates must be self-closing and self-latching.

Access & Clearance

• Your spa requires from 37” (non stereo) to 41” (stereo) of
clearance through gates between house and side fences, and up
to 8.5' overhead clearance depending on the size of the unit.

• The clearance required to turn a corner can be equal to the length
of the spa.

• All debris blocking access to the job site must be removed prior to
delivery. Any trimming of trees or bushes, removal of debris,
leveling of ground or other general maintenance must be done
prior to delivery and is the responsibility of the customer.

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Set-up And Delivery Guidelines (cont.)

Getting Ready For Delivery & Set-up Of Your New Spa

Electrical Requirements

• Your 220 Volt spa pack will require a 50 amp dedicated GFCI,
load neutral, circuit breaker.

• Extension cords are not to be used in conjunction with operation of
the spa. Low voltage damage could result, which is not covered by
warranty.

• If you have any doubts, have your electrical system checked by a
licensed electrician.

It is the customer’s responsibility to acquire necessary permits and
to arrange for installation and hook up of the electrical power by a
licensed electrician.

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