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Whirlpool Spa
Owner's Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Warning — Risk of injury: Children, the elderly, and the
infirm should not use the spa unless they are supervised at all
times. Infants should not be permitted in the spa at water
temperatures over 100° F (38°C).
Spa water temperatures in excess of 104° F are not
recommended. High water temperatures in excess of 104° F
(40° C) and prolonged periods of use can raise internal human
body temperature excessively and impair the body’s ability to
regulate its internal temperature.
Pregnant women and people with heart circulatory conditions, or diabetes, should consult their physicians before using
the spa at water temperatures over 100° F (38° C).
Limit your initial use of the spa to 10 - 15 minutes. High
body temperatures affect people differently; consult your physician about your safety and comfort before using the spa.
Extra care should be taken when using the spa and
consuming alcoholic beverages. Alcohol, drugs, or certain
medications, such as tranquilizers, affect a person’s ability to
withstand high temperatures and may produce dangerous
effects, including drowning. Persons using medication should
consult with a physician before using a spa.
Danger — Risk of injury: Do not remove the suction grille! It
is a safety device and must always be in place on the suction
fitting to minimize the potential hazard of hair entanglement or
body entrapment.
Keep body, hair, and clothing a minimum of 12 inches
away from suction fitting and skimmers at all times when the
spa is operating. Hair longer than shoulder length should be
secured close to the head, or a bathing cap should be worn.
Do not operate the spa if the suction cover is broken or
missing. Contact your Dealer for replacement cover if broken
or missing.
The wet surface of the spa is slippery. Use care when
entering and exiting.
DANGER — Risk of child drowning: Do not permit children
to use this product unless they are closely supervised. The use
of a locked cover is highly recommended to prevent unattended access.
DANGER — RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK: When installing and operating this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be adhered to including the following.
Warning: A wire connector is provided at the electrical cabinet
on this spa to connect a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 MM2) solid
copper conductor between this spa and any metal equipment,
metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or
conduit within 5 feet (1.5 m) of the spa.
Do not use electrically connected devices such as television, radio, or stereo speakers, lights, cooking devices, or
telephones within 5 feet (1.5 m) of the spa while the spa is being
used. Lighting fixtures must not be located directly above or
within 5 feet (1.5 m) of the spa. If located within 10 feet (3.0 m)
of the spa, they must be on a circuit protected by a GFCI
(Ground Fault Interrupter Circuit).
All fixed metal objects located within 5 feet of the spa, such
as fence posts, railings, door frames, greenhouse structures,
gutters, etc., must be attached to the bonding bar on the
outside of the spa electrical cabinet using #8 solid copper wire.
With #8 solid copper wire, bond the spa to the house
electrical panel or approved local bond.
The spa must be installed with adequate access and
water drainage system, refer to Installation Instructions, to
drain water away from electrical components.
CAUTION: Do not turn power ON to the spa unless it is filled
with water to the normal water level, which is to the water level
indicator mark on the skimmer frame. Activating the spa when
there is an insufficient amount of water can damage the
circulation pump and may cause a fire.
If your spa is installed in a 230VAC circuit:
DANGER — RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Your spa must be equipped with a GFCI at the Main
Electrical Panel. At initial startup and before each use
thereafter with power ON, push the GFCI test button. The
reset button should pop out. Push this button in to reset. If the
interrupter fails to operate in this manner, there is a ground
current flowing or a device malfunctioning, indicating the
possibility of electrical shock. Turn off power and do not use
the spa until the source of the problem has been identified and corrected.
20 AMP RECEPTACLE
GFCI
If your spa is installed in a 115VAC, 20 AMP circuit:
1. The spa is supplied with a 15 foot line cord which
terminates with an integral GFCI plug. Locate the spa near
enough to a weather protected outlet, but no closer than 10
feet. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD! Using an
extension cord is hazardous and will decrease the amount of
power to the unit, causing slow heating, poor whirlpool performance, or system malfunction.
Read manufacturer’s safety information provided with all optional equipment.
2. Replace damaged line cord immediately. Do not bury
line cord. Connect to a grounded, grounding type receptacle
only.
3. Bring the line cord out from under the skirt. Remove
skirt screws as required to gain access. Make sure the line
cord does not lie across a walkway or in a heavily traveled area
where it may be a safety hazard or become damaged.
4. At initial startup and before each use thereafter with
power ON, push the GFCI test button. The reset button should
pop out. Push this button in to reset. If the interrupter fails to
operate in this manner, there is a ground current flowing or a
device malfunctioning, indicating the possibility of electrical
shock. Turn off power and do not use the spa until the
source of the breakdown has been identified and corrected.
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Contents
Installation .............................................................................................................2
Inspection and Shipping Claim................................................................................2
Positioning Your Spa ..............................................................................................2
Electrical Requirements ..........................................................................................2
Electrical Precautions .............................................................................................3
Outdoor Installation .................................................................................................3
Drainage..................................................................................................................3
Indoor Installations ..................................................................................................3
Equipment Set-Up...................................................................................................4
Operation ...............................................................................................................5
Operating Instructions .............................................................................................5
Control Panel ..........................................................................................................6
Display Messages ...................................................................................................7
Normal Operation/Whirlpool System.......................................................................8
Silent Air Induction ..................................................................................................8
Water Rainbow®......................................................................................................8
Maintenance ..........................................................................................................9
Water Quality and Water Chemistry........................................................................9
Filtration ..................................................................................................................9
Water Chemistry .....................................................................................................9
Disinfecting..............................................................................................................10
Balancing pH...........................................................................................................10
Balancing Total Alkalinity ........................................................................................10
Water Quality Definitions.........................................................................................10
Water Level/Drain ...................................................................................................11
Skimmer Basket Maintenance ................................................................................11
Filter Maintenance...................................................................................................11
Automatic Filtration/Maintenance............................................................................12
Winterizing ..............................................................................................................12
Factory Installed Redwood Skirt .............................................................................12
Spa Light .................................................................................................................13
Cleaning Your Spa ..................................................................................................13
Covering Your Spa..................................................................................................13
Repairs to the Acrylic ..............................................................................................13
Troubleshooting Guide.........................................................................................14
Alternate Use for Water Rainbow®.......................................................................16
Owner's Record
Date Purchased ________________________________________________________
Purchased From ________________________________________________________
Installed By ____________________________________________________________
Spa Serial Number __________________________ Model # ____________________
1
INSTALLATION
Inspection and Shipping Claim
Check for shipping damage upon receipt of the spa. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath is not responsible for damage to the
spa sustained during shipment. If damage is evident before unpacking, refer to instructions regarding shipping claims
on the outside of the carton and immediately file a claim with the carrier.
Once the spa has been removed from the carton and before it is permanently installed , check the spa completely
for damage. Fill the shell with water and operate the system (refer to Operating Instructions) to check for leaks which
may have resulted from improper shipping or handling. All Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath spas are factory tested for proper
operation and water tight connections prior to shipment. If leaks or other problems are detected, immediately notify
your Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath dealer, Authorized Service Agent, or call Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath, (510) 938-7070, or (510)
938-7411 for Warranty Service.
NOTE: Damage or defects which could have been discovered and repaired prior to installation and which are
claimed after final installation of the spa, are excluded from our warranty.
Positioning Your Spa
Because your spa is portable, you can locate it just about anywhere you wish—on a deck, patio, or even indoors.
Just be sure to position it above ground in an area with good drainage and on a level, continuous surface which can
support the weight of the spa when filled with water and people. You must also provide access to the spa's equipment
for service and general maintenance. See specifications sheet for minimum service access requirements.
Electrical Requirements
Your spa requires a 230 VAC, 50 AMP, 4-wire, grounded type GFCI protected electrical service with copper
conductors, and must be in a separate circuit having no other appliance connected in that circuit. If you do not have
this kind of circuit, a qualified electrician should install the necessary wiring. Inadequately sized wiring may cause the
unit to malfunction and bring about permanent damage to the spa’s electrical system. The circuit must also have a
ground wire in order to take advantage of the designed-in safety features of the spa. A bond wire must also be used.
Bond according to procedure described on the next page.
Danger: Without proper grounding and bonding, a system malfunction may cause fatal shock.
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INSTALLATION
Electrical Precautions
CAUTION: Do NOT apply electrical power to the spa
unless it is filled with water to the normal water level,
which is approximately 7" below the spa rim (refer to
location of water level indicator on face of skimmer). If
the spa’s motor/pumps are actuated when there is not
sufficient water in the unit, the circulation pump could be
irreparably damaged. Not heeding this caution will
nullify the warranty. In addition to damaging the unit,
operating the unit with insufficient water could cause a
fire.
Do NOT locate lighting fixtures directly above the
spa; lighting and electrical receptacles must be located
at least 5 feet from the spa. Lighting located between 5
and 10 feet from the spa must be on a circuit protected
by a GFCI. (Refer to National Electrical Code, 680-6.)
Do NOT use electrically connected devices, such as
television, radio, telephones, stereo speakers, light or
cooking devices within 5 feet of the spa when the spa is
being used.
All fixed metal objects located within 5 feet of the
spa, such as fence posts, railings, door frames, greenhouse structures, gutters, etc., must be attached to the
bonding bar on the outside of the spa electrical cabinet
using #8 solid copper wire. With #8 solid copper wire,
bond the spa to the house electrical panel or approved local bond.
An approved ground may be an 8 foot long ground
rod, a plate electrode, or a buried metal water pipe with
at least 10 feet of buried pipe. Check your local building
code for requirements. Bonding lugs are available at
your local electrical supply store. (Bond bar location is
shown below.)
Outdoor Installation
If you install the spa outdoors, we recommend that
you provide a concrete pad for it to rest on. To do this,
construct forms for a 4" thick level pad. Install a #10
gauge wire mesh 6" x 6" steel reinforced grid. Attach a
#8 solid copper wire to the grid with a ground clamp.
This wire should be long enough to reach the bond bar
on the spa electrical cabinet (minimum 36"), but should
NOT be located under the base of the spa. Then pour
the concrete pad.
Drainage
Whether you install your spa indoors or outdoors,
you can drain it completely by attaching a garden hose
to the hose bibb (drain valve) located on the suction
plumbing of the spa. Simply run the hose to the house
sewer line or drain field and open the hose bibb. For
convenient draining, feed hose bibb through the 2-1/8"
hole in the pan to position it just outside the spa. (Clip
tie wraps that secure hose bibb line during shipment.)
Make sure the area surrounding the spa has good
drainage to keep water from collecting at the base of the
spa—especially near the equipment area. If drainage is
poor, install a drain line and/or gravel drain field. (Refer
to illustration below.)
Indoor Installation
Water that splashes on the floor during spa use may
cause a walking hazard and/or structural damage. Good
drainage must be provided and proper waterproof building materials must be used in the area surrounding and
beneath the spa. Take into consideration that high room
humidity will exist due to high spa water temperatures.
Providing natural or forced ventilation of the room will
help maintain comfort and minimize moisture damage
to the building. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath is not responsible for damages resulting from excess moisture or
water spillage. Consult an architect or engineer for aid
in designing your indoor installation.
ELECTRICAL
CABINET
WIRE
MESH
GRID
(SKIRTS
REMOVED)
SUPPORT, DRAINAGE AND BONDING
BOND BAR
#8 BOND WIRE
(TO LOCAL BOND)
GRAVEL DRAIN FIELD 4" THICK CONCRETE PAD
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INSTALLATION
Equipment Set-Up
1. Remove the plastic sheet covering the spa.
NOTE: Stepping into the spa with shoes will scratch
the acrylic surface.
2. Remove any packing materials from the spa.
3. Remove the filter cartridge from its plastic bag.
4. Pull open the skimmer/filter door by the handle located in the middle of the door and remove the
skimmer basket. Then insert the filter cartridge into
the filter housing and reinsert the basket so that it fits
in place over the filter cartridge and close the skimmer/filter door.
5. Clean the interior of the spa of any remaining construction debris. Remove stubborn stains, paint, or
tar with turpentine, isopropyl alcohol or paint thinner.
A mild liquid dishwashing detergent on a damp cloth
is fine for cleaning off other dirt. Plaster can be
removed by scraping with a soft plastic or wooden
edge. DO not use a metal scraper, wire brush, or
other metal tools, as they will damage the spa’s
surface.
6. Install the skirt panels which were not installed on the
spa at the factory. Use the screws provided in your
spa accessory package and follow instructions provided with the panels.
7. On initial start-up, it is necessary to purge and sanitize
the system as stated below.
• Remove the spa cover completely.
• Close the drain valve on the suction plumbing.
• Open the adjustable jets.
• Fill the spa with water to its normal operating
level, which is to the water level indicator mark on
the skimmer/filter frame.
WATER TEMPERATURE READOUT
• Turn ON the circuit breakers at the main electrical
panel.
• At the control panel on the spa rim, press the jets
button twice for high speed pump operation.
• Add 1/4 cup sodium dichlor (a fast dissolving
granular type of chlorine) to the water and run for
15 minutes.
• Turn OFF the circuit breakers.
• Immediately open the drain valve and drain the
spa completely.
CAUTION: Leave the optional cover OFF the
spa during this procedure. DO NOT use the
spa during this procedure. Drain the spa
immediately afterward.
8. Close the drain valve and fill the spa with water
(approximately 7 inches below the spa rim) to the
water line indicator mark on the skimmer frame.
9. Turn ON circuit breakers at the main panel.
10. Test the spa for proper operation. (Refer to Operating Instructions.)
11. Refer to Water Quality section of the Operating
Instructions. Test for water quality and then add
treatment chemicals as necessary to ensure proper
water quality levels.
All Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath spas are factory tested for
proper operation and water tight connections prior to
shipment. If leaks or other malfunctions are detected,
immediately notify your Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath dealer,
Authorized Service Agent, or call Jacuzzi Whirlpool
Bath, (510) 938-7070 or (510) 938-7411, for Warranty
Service.
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