THE TIRAGE PLUS
™
PORTABLE WHIRLPOOL SPA
OWNER'S MANUAL
R
WHIRLPOOL
BATH
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath does not recommend spa water
temperatures in excess of 104° F. High water temperatures in excess of 104° F. and prolonged periods of use
can raise internal human body temperature excessively
and impair the body’s ability to regulate its internal
temperature. 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.
The elderly, the infirm, and children should not use the
spa unattended. Infants should not be permitted in the
spa at water temperatures over 100°F. Pregnant women
and people with heart conditions should consult their
physicians before using the spa at water temperatures
over 100° F.
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.
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.
The wet surface of the spa is slippery. Use care when
entering and exiting.
WARNING—Risk of child drowning: Do not permit
children to use this product unless they are closely
supervised. The use of a rigid locked cover is highly
recommended to prevent unattended access.
DANGER—RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK:
(When using the electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed.)
This unit is provided with a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) located in the System Control Module. Check to
be sure this is operational once a month. (The procedure for testing described in this manual under under
"OPERATION".)
Do not use electrically connected devices such as
television, radio, or stereo speakers, lights, cooking
devices, or telephones within 5 feet of the spa while the
spa is being used. Lighting fixtures must not be located
directly above or within 5 feet of the spa. If located within
10 feet of the spa, they must be on a circuit protected by
a GFCI.
The spa must be installed with adequate access and
water drainage system, (See Installation Instructions.)
to drain water away from electrical components.
Do not turn on power 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.
Read manufacturer’s safety information provided with
all optional equipment.
Save These Instructions for Future Use.
Owner’s Record
Date Purchased ____________________________________________________________
Purchased From ____________________________________________________________
Installed By ________________________________________________________________
Spa Serial Number ____________________________ Model #8900000
(See page 2 for location of serial number.)
TM
The Tirage Plus Portable Whirlpool Spa
Owner’s Manual
Model 8900000
Contents
Page
Installation Instructions _________________________________________ 2-6
Inspection and Shipping Claim ___________________________________________ 2
Unpacking ___________________________________________________________ 2
Positioning Your Spa___________________________________________________ 3
Electrical Requirements ________________________________________________ 3
Electrical Precautions __________________________________________________ 4
Outdoor Installation ____________________________________________________ 4
Drainage ____________________________________________________________ 4
Indoor Installations ____________________________________________________ 4
Equipment Set-Up_____________________________________________________ 5
Operating Instructions __________________________________________ 6-10
Basic Control Set-Up___________________________________________________ 6-7
Setting the Timer______________________________________________________ 7
Controls_____________________________________________________________ 8
Temperature Control ___________________________________________________ 9
Setting the Thermostat _________________________________________________ 9
Note on Determining Water Temperature ___________________________________ 9
Normal Operation _____________________________________________________ 10
Whirlpool System _____________________________________________________ 10
Water Rainbow _______________________________________________________ 10
Air Blower ___________________________________________________________ 10
Silent Air Induction ____________________________________________________ 10
Filtration ____________________________________________________________ 10
Maintenance __________________________________________________ 11-15
Water Quality and Water Chemistry _______________________________________ 11
Filtration ____________________________________________________________ 11
Water Chemistry ______________________________________________________ 11-12
Disinfectin ___________________________________________________________ 12
Balancing pH_________________________________________________________ 12
Balancing Total Alkalinity _______________________________________________ 12
Water Quality Definitions________________________________________________ 12
Water Level/Drain _____________________________________________________ 13
Skimmer Basket Maintenance ___________________________________________ 13
Filter Maintenance_____________________________________________________ 13
Automatic Filtration/Maintenance _________________________________________ 14
Winterizing __________________________________________________________ 14
Factory Installed Redwood Skirt __________________________________________ 14
Spa Light ____________________________________________________________ 15
Covering Your Spa ____________________________________________________ 15
Cleaning Your Spa ____________________________________________________ 15
Repairs to the Acrylic __________________________________________________ 15
Troubleshooting Guide__________________________________________ 16-18
Alternate Use for Water Rainbow _________________________________________ 19
Optional 1-1/2" Permanent Drain _________________________________________ 19
TM
The Tirage Plus Portable Whirlpool Spa
Specifications and Installation Instructions
The Tirage Plus™ is a sumptuous rectangular whirlpool spa by Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath designed with full-featured
elegance to provide the comfort and luxurious spa experience you expect from a Jacuzzi® whirlpool spa. Its multi-level
contours and individualized, connecting loungers allow seating for 7 people. Entry and exit from the spa are made
easier and safer by the built-in exterior and interior steps. And for a revitalizing hydromassage, seven fully adjustable
color coordinated PowerPro™ whirlpool jets and one directionally adjustable jet are located strategically to massage
lumbar and upper back regions, depending on where you are seated. The two sets of stacked jets ensure this
simultaneous hydrotherapy.
The Tirage Plus also features a clearly labeled control
panel concealed by a streamlined, tinted acrylic cover.
Push button controls give you convenient command of
the heater, filter, whirlpool, lights, and air blower functions. Two control panels having knobs for adjustment
of the silent air induction are located on the rim of the
spa. A 7-day timer (located on the System Control
Module) can be set for automatic control of temperature
and filtration. The Tirage Plus also features two low
voltage underwater lights and interchangeable colored
lenses, adding even more luxury and excitement to your
spa experience.
Under this same tinted cover is a dry compartment in
which to store personal items such as eye glasses, or
watches, etc. The Tirage offers the convenience of two
patented front-load skimmer/filters for maximum efficiency. The unique 50 sq. ft. filtration system, designed
by Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath, allows easy access from
inside the spa to both filter cartridges without having to
drain the spa or open the skirt door.
A standard feature of the Tirage Plus is its two Water
Rainbow™ spouts with flow control, which will create a
dazzling, shimmering waterfall effect while recirculating
the water.
The spa shell is foam-insulated to save energy costs,
and the spa is tastefully surrounded by a factory installed
redwood skirt.
The complete equipment pack of the Tirage Plus is
mounted within the perimeter of the spa, so the spa is
easy to install. The spa requires a 230 VAC 50 AMP 4wire grounded, separate circuit and is equipped with a
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). An optional gas
heater is available as an alternate heating source and
can be installed remotely. The Tirage Plud is available
in a wide range of lustrous acrylic colors. (See the
Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath color guide.)
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
DIMENSIONS
WHIRLPOOL
MOTOR/
PUMP
FILTER
MOTOR/
PUMP
FLOOR
LOADING
87"
OPTIONS
Gas Heater
SERIAL NUMBER
LOCATION
Rigid Insulating Cover
Pillow
ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS
(Short Form)
Whirlpool spa shall be the Tirage whirlpool spa as
manufactured by Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath in colors and
sizes shown in drawings and schedules.
OPERATING
GALLONAGE
ELECTRIC
HEATER
SHIPPING
WEIGHT
ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
94"
37"
Tirage
Plus
8900000
1
94" L. (238.8 cm)
87" W. (221 cm)
37" H. (94 cm)
2.0 HP
230 VAC
10 AMPS
3450 RPM
Single Phase
60 Hz.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
.75 HP
230 VAC
4.8 AMPS
3450 RPM
Single Phase
60 Hz.
86 lbs./sq. ft.
(384 kg./sq. m.)
Total Weight:
4874 lbs.
(2216 kg.)
375 US Gal.
(1419 Ltrs.)
6 Kw
26 AMPS
1100 lbs.
(500 kg.)
230 VAC
50 AMPS
60 Hz.
Separate Circuit
4 Wire
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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 shipping. If damage is evident before unpacking, see 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 (see below on this page for
unpacking instructions), check the spa completely for damage. Fill the shell with water and operate the system (see
Operating Instructions) to check for leaks which may have resulted from shipping or handling. All Jacuzzi Whirlpool
Bath spas are factory tested for proper operation and water tight connections prior to shipping. If leaks or other
problems are detected, immediately notify your Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath dealer or Authorized Service Agent, or call
Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath, (510)-938-7411, or (510)-938-7070 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.
Unpacking
1. Remove the outer carton by disassembling bracing
and plastic bags. Leave the corrugated wrapping in
place on the skirt to protect the product until equip-
ment set-up.
2. Remove the box containing skirt panel and the acces-
sory package which contains the Owner's Manual,
filter cartridges, skimmer baskets, screws for skirt,
light lenses, and spare bulb . Set aside skirt panel until
equipment set-up. Put filter cartridges in a dry place
until it is time to set up the spa equipment.
3. The spa should be moved on a dolly in its upright
position while still attached to its shipping pallet. If the
pallet must be detached before the spa is moved (for
example, to allow it to pass through a door), detach it
from the pallet as instructed in steps 4 thru 7. Rein-
forcements have been installed on the spa. Note their
location at notches in the pan to the right of the
equipment door. Remove the affected skirt panel by
removing screws from skirt. Then carefully place the
spa on the dolly so only the reinforced area contacts
the dolly for adequate support. (See Illustration B.)
The spa must not lie on its skirt.
4. When the spa has been moved to its final location,
place a 4" x 4" x 72" wooden block beside the pan side
of the spa so it is parallel with the pallet. (See
Illustration C.)
5. Tip the spa over onto its bottom with the block
supporting the spa.
6. Remove the bolts attaching pallet to spa. (See
Illustration D.)
7. Remove the pallet and carefully lower the spa to a
horizontal position at its final location.
8. Attach the loose skirt panel included in skirt box.
Record the spa serial number on the inside front
cover of this manual. (See the illustration on page 2
for the serial number location.)
Important!
the Owner's Manual before beginning installation.
Read all the instructions contained in
A.
B.
REINFORCED AREA
(FOR MOVING SPA
WITHOUT A P ALLET
SKIRT REMOVED
(FOR MOVING SPA
WITHOUT A P ALLET)
C.
SKIRT
PAN
REMOVE
BOLTS
4" X 4" X 72"
BLOCK
PALLET
BRACKETS
2
INSTALLATI ON
Important: Read complete instructions before beginning installation.
Positioning Y our 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; this weight is approximately 4874 lbs. (86 lbs. per
square foot). You must also provide access to the spa's equipment for service and general maintenance.
MINIMUM SERVICE ACCESS
EQUIPMENT DOOR
87"
Electrical Requirements
Your Spa, as it comes from the factory, requires a 230
VAC 60 AMP 4-wire grounded type electrical service
having copper connectors 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 be called in to install the necessary
wiring. Inadequately sized wiring may cause a voltage
drop which might cause the unit to malfunction and bring
about permanent damage to the spa's electrical system.
We recommend that the wire be sized for a 3% voltage
32"
drop. (See NEC.) Each "leg" of the incoming power to
neutral must be 105 VAC minimum at the spa when all
the spa equipment is running. 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.
Caution: 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 approx. 7" below the spa rim
(see location of water level indicator on face of
skimmer on page 6). 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, oper-
ating 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 ft. from the spa. Lighting located between 5
and 10 ft. from the spa must be on a circuit protected
by a GFCI. (See National Electrical Code, 680-6.)
Do not use electrically connected devices, such as
television, radio, toys, telephones, stereo speakers,
lights or cooking devices within 5 ft. of the spa when
the spa is being used.
Bonding and Grounding
All fixed metal objects located within 5 ft. 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 ft. long ground
rod, a plate electrode, or a buried metal water
pipe with at least 10 ft. 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 on page 5 .)
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 8' x 8' x 4" (approx.) 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 System
Control Module (min. 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 almost completely by attaching a
garden hose to the drain valve located on the suction
tee of the spa. Simply run the hose to the house sewer
line or drain field and open the drain valve. See inside
back cover for a quicker, permanent drain method.
BOND BAR
HOLE IN PAN FOR
DRAIN HOSE
#8 BOND WIRE
(TO HOUSE
ELECTRICAL
PANEL OR LOCAL
BOND)
TO
BOND
BAR
DRAIN VALVE
(HOSE BIBB)
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 (see
illustration below).
Indoor Installations
Water which splashes on the floor during use of the
spa may cause a walking hazard and/or structural damage unless good drainage is provided and proper
waterproof building materials are used in the area surrounding and beneath the spa. Take into consideration,
also, the high room humidity which 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.
WIRE MESH GRID
8' X 8' X 4"
THICK
CONCRETE
PAD
GRAVEL
DRAIN
HOLE FOR
ELECTRICAL CONDUIT
FIELD
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