Jacuzzi Z101 User Manual 2
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WHIRLPOOL
BATH
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Z101/301
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 super-
vised at all times. Infants should not be permitted in the spa
at water temperatures over 100° F (38°C).
Spa water temperature in excess of 104° F is 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.
If your spa product does not have a thermometer, we
recommend that you use a medical (clinical) type thermometer
for an accurate measurement of spa water temperatures.
Other types of thermometer, generally available, such as
those used for swimming pools are not sufficiently accurate to
determine spa water temperature.
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
2
mm
) 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.
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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
access panel screws 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 start-up and before each use thereafter, test
the GFCI. With power ON, the indicator light should be on. If
not, press RESET and light should come on. Then press TEST
button - light must go OFF. Press RESET for use. 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.
Z10/301 Whirlpool Spa
OWNER’S MANUAL
Contents
Specifications ___________________________________________________ 2
Installation
Inspection and Shipping Claim _______________________________________ 3
Positioning Your Spa_______________________________________________ 3
Electrical Requirements ____________________________________________ 3
Outdoor/Indoor Installation __________________________________________ 4
Drainage ________________________________________________________ 4
Equipment Set-Up_________________________________________________ 5
Operation
Operating Instructions ______________________________________________ 6
Control Panel Operation ____________________________________________ 6
Normal Operation/Whirlpool System___________________________________ 7
Magic Touch® Switch ______________________________________________ 7
Silent Air Induction ________________________________________________ 7
Maintenance
Water Quality and Water Chemistry ___________________________________ 8
Filtration ________________________________________________________ 8
Water Chemistry __________________________________________________ 8
Disinfecting ______________________________________________________ 9
Balancing pH_____________________________________________________ 9
Balancing Total Alkalinity ___________________________________________ 9
Water Quality Definitions____________________________________________ 9
Water Level/Drain _________________________________________________ 10
Skimmer Basket Maintenance _______________________________________ 10
Filter Maintenance_________________________________________________ 10
Automatic Filtration/Maintenance _____________________________________ 11
Winterizing ______________________________________________________ 11
Factory Installed Skirt ______________________________________________ 11
Cleaning Your Spa ________________________________________________ 12
Covering Your Spa ________________________________________________ 12
Repairs to the Acrylic ______________________________________________ 12
Warranty________________________________________________________ 13-14
Owner's Record
Date Purchased ________________________________________________________
Purchased From ________________________________________________________
Installed By ____________________________________________________________
Spa Serial Number __________________________ Model # ____________________
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SPECIFICATIONS
Z101/301
ELECTRICAL
DIMENSIONS
74-1/4" (1886 mm) L
62-5/16" (1582 mm) W
29" ( 737 mm) H
Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
REQUIREMENTS*
115 VAC, 15 AMP, 60 Hz
Requires Dedicated
Separate Circuit.
Equipped with GFCI
Incorporated in Line Cord
62-5/16"
74-1/4"
TOTAL WEIGHT/
FLOOR LOADING
2373lb (1076 kg)
84lb/sq. ft. (411 kg/m2)
29"
OPERATING
GALLONAGE
192 U.S. gal
(727 liters)
PRODUCT
WEIGHT
371 lb
(169 kg)
ACCESS AREA
ACCESS PANEL
TO GAIN ACCESS FOR SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE:
REMOVE SCREWS RETAINING ACCESS PANEL.
(THE WHOLE SIDE PANEL CAN ALSO BE REMOVED
BY REMOVING CORNER POSTS (2) AND SCREWS
RETAINING SIDE PANEL.)
24"
SERIAL NUMBER IS LOCATED BEHIND PANEL.
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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 shipping. 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
shipment 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, (925) 938-7411, or (925) 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.
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. You must also provide
access to the spa's equipment for service and general
maintenance. See specifications for minimum service
access requirements.
Electrical Requirements
Your spa, as it comes from the factory, has a
115VAC GFCI equipped line cord, and requires a 115
VAC, 15 AMP electrical outlet and must be in a grounded
separate circuit having no other appliance connected in
that circuit. If you do not have a 115 VAC, 15 AMP circuit,
a qualified electrician should be called in to 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. 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. A bond wire must also be used. Bond
according to procedure described on page 4.
WARNING
Without proper grounding and bonding, a system
malfunction may cause fatal shock.
The continuous service ground wire is located in the
line cord supplied. Do not modify this cord in any
way! Tampering with the ground wire or using an
adaptor which would make the built-in grounding
device and GFCI ineffective would cause electrical
shock. Such modification would also nullify the
warranty.
CAUTION
Do not plug in the spa unless it is filled with water to
the normal water level, which is approx. 6" below the
spa rim. If the spa’s motor/pump is 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.
Electrical Precautions
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.
Replace damaged line cord immediately. Do not
bury line cord. Connect to a grounded, grounding type
receptacle only.
Bring the line cord out from under the skirt. Remove
access panel screws 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.
At initial start-up and before each use thereafter, test
the GFCI. With power ON, the indicator light should be
on. If not, press RESET and light should come on. Then
press TEST button - light must go OFF. Press RESET
for use. 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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