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OWNER'S MANUAL
6530-592D Rev A

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  • Page 1 • J-145 ™ • J-135 ™ • J-125 ™ • J-115 ™ J-100 ™ COLLECTION OWNER’S MANUAL 6530-592D Rev A...
  • Page 2 Attention New Spa Owner! ® Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jacuzzi spa! The following is a list of automated functions performed by your spa. These functions are listed below in an attempt to alleviate any operational concerns you may...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    J-100 Table of Contents Important Spa Owner Information ..........1 FCC Notice ................... 1 Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners ....2 Entrapment Risk ................6 Hyperthermia ................. 7 Important CSA Safety Instructions (Canada Only) ......8 General Electrical Safety Instructions ..........8 Choosing A Location ..............
  • Page 4 Circuit Board Diagrams............. 38 16.1 North American J-135 and J-145 Models ........38 16.2 North American J-115™ and J-125™ Convertible Models ..39 16.3 Export 50 Hz J-135 and J-145 Models ........40 16.4 Export 50 Hz J-115™ and J-125™ Models ......... 41...

  • Page 5: Important Spa Owner Information

    Jacuzzi premium insulating cover in place at all times when the spa is not in use. Read and carefully follow the requirements for your spa’s support base found in Section 4.0 titled,...

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions For All Spa Owners

    J-100 Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY! This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specifications outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act” (VGB Safety Act). When installing and using this spa, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including: DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING!
  • Page 7 J-100 • A grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of the unit.
  • Page 8 J-100 WARNING: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH! • Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, if pregnant or possibly pregnant, consult your physician before using a spa. • Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 100°F (38°C).
  • Page 9 J-100 WARNING: In addition to maintenance of filters and water chemistry, proper ventilation is recommended to reduce the risk of contracting a waterborne illness (e.g. an infection, bacteria or virus) and/or respiratory ailments that could be present in the air or water. Consult a licensed architect or building contractor to determine your specific needs if installing your hot tub indoors.

  • Page 10: Entrapment Risk

    J-100 Entrapment Risk The Consumer Products Safety Commission/USA has reported that users of pools and spas have become entrapped (stuck) to drain and/or suction fittings causing death, drowning, or serious injury (see diagram below). This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specifica- tions outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act”...

  • Page 11: Hyperthermia

    A Warning Sign is provided in your warranty packet. Please install at a location near your spa, where it is visible to users of the spa. For additional or replacement Warning Signs please contact your local Jacuzzi dealer and reference item number #6530-082.

  • Page 12: Important Csa Safety Instructions (Canada Only)

    No. 6 AWG (10 mm²). 5. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. General Electrical Safety Instructions Your new Jacuzzi spa is equipped with a “state-of-the-art” equipment system. It contains the most advanced safety and self-protective equipment in the industry. Nonetheless, this spa must be installed properly to ensure dependable usage.

  • Page 13: Choosing A Location

    J-100 Choosing A Location IMPORTANT: Because of the combined weight of the spa, water and users, it is extremely important that the base upon which the spa rests be smooth, flat, level and capable of uniformly supporting this weight, without shifting or settling, for the entire time the spa is in place. If the spa is placed on a surface which does not meet these requirements, damage to the skirt and/or the spa shell may result.

  • Page 14: Indoor Location

    J-100 • A sheltered environment (less wind and weather exposure can result in lowered operation and maintenance costs). • The overall enhancement of your environment. It is preferable not to place the spa under an unguttered roof overhang since run-off water will shorten the life expectancy of the spa cover.

  • Page 15: General Electrical Safety Instructions

    Please contact your dealer or local building department should you have any questions regarding your installation. Proper grounding is extremely important. Jacuzzi spas are equipped with a current collector system. A pressure wire connector is provided on the...

  • Page 16: Power Requirements

    J-100 Power Requirements Jacuzzi spas are designed to provide optimum performance and flexibility of use when connected to the maximum electrical service listed below. Minor circuit board modifications can be performed to allow your new spa to accept an electrical service other than the factory operation setting.
  • Page 17 In 20A configuration, the heater will not operate while the jets pump is running in high speed. This is the factory setting ** In 30A configuration, the heater will operate while the jets pump is running in high speed. Export J-135/J-145 Models (50 Hz) 230V/20A* 230V/30A** 230V/40A***...

  • Page 18: Electrical Wiring Instructions

    J-100 Electrical Wiring Instructions IMPORTANT NOTICE: The electrical wiring of this spa must meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code/USA (NEC) and any applicable state or local codes. The electrical circuit must be installed by a qualified electrician and approved by a local building/electrical inspection authority. 1.
  • Page 19 J-100 8. For Australia/ New Zealand, the spa should be supplied through a residual current device (RCD) with a rated tripping current not exceeding 30mA (IEC 60335-2-60). 9. To gain access to the spa’s power terminal block, remove the screws securing the synthetic cabinet panel under the control panel (Figure A).
  • Page 20 J-100 Figure-C Figure-D to Circuit Board to Circuit Move Red Board Wire Here North American Convertible North American Convertible Models: 120 VAC, 3-Wire Connection Models: 240 VAC, 4-Wire Connection 60 Hz 60 Hz CAUTION (For 4-wire 240 VAC Heater Operation): Move the red wire on the main terminal strip (TB1) from position #1 to position #3.

  • Page 21: Spa Fill Up Procedure

    Clear all debris from the spa. (Although the spa shell has been polished at the factory, you may want to treat it with a specially formulated spa cleaner.) Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer for additional information prior to filling spa.
  • Page 22 J-100 5. Add Start-Up Chemicals Add the spa water chemicals as recommended by your authorized Jacuzzi dealer. See Section 13.0 “Water Quality Maintenance” (page 33) for general guidance. WARNING: RISK OF POISONING OR DEATH. Never leave chemicals opened and accessible to anyone.
  • Page 23 Water Fill Volume by Model Model Average Fill Volume* Sodium Dichlor J-145 360 Gal (1,363 L) 9.0 oz J-135 360 Gal (1,363 L) 9.0 oz...
  • Page 24 Water that is too soft can be corrosive to metal components. 13. Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer for chemical recommendations, then add chemicals to hot tub water to achieve a constant sanitizer reading within the levels recommended on the inside cover of this manual.
  • Page 25 J-100 15. Establish a sanitizer reading of 3.0-4.0 ppm free chlorine or 2.0- 4.0 ppm bromine, then allow the hot tub to set undisturbed for 8 hours. Retest water after 8 hours to determine if sanitizer levels are stable. If sanitizer levels are stable, your spa is ready for use. To ensure healthy water conditions, always maintain a constant sanitizer reading within the levels recommended on the inside cover of this manual.

  • Page 26: Control Functions

    J-100 Control Functions Control Panel A. LED Display: Can display current water temperature (default display), water tem- perature set point, selected filtration/heat- ing mode, and error messages. B. Heat Indicator: Lit when heater is on. C. Jets 1 Button: Turns jets pump #1 on and off. Press once for low speed;...

  • Page 27: General Spa Features And Controls

    J-100 General Spa Features and Controls J-145 model illustrated - Jet locations and features vary by model. 1. Control Panel 10. Cup Holders (4 ea.) 2. Air Controls (3 ea.) 11. Filter skimmer with one un- 3. Headrest Pillows (4 ea.) derlying filter cartridge (Filter 4.

  • Page 28: Operating Instructions

    J-100 10.0 Operating Instructions The spa control system has automatic functions that operate upon start-up and normal operation to protect the system. Upon power up, the readout displays the following information: 1. Control panel displays current software release then; 2. Control panel displays “888” and all indicator LEDs are lit, permit- ting visual inspection of all display segments and indicator lights for proper operation.

  • Page 29: Activate Jet Pumps

    J-100 10.2 Activate Jet Pumps The control panel JETS 1 button activates jets pump 1. The first press activates low speed, the second press activates high speed, and the third press shuts jets pump 1 off. The JETS 2 button activates jets pump 2 (if equipped).

  • Page 30: Automatic Filtration Cycles

    J-100 11.0 Automatic Filtration Cycles The control system activates a programmable “Standard” or “Economy” filtration cycle to remove debris from your spa. These cycles use the low speed jets pump 1 and filter cartridge to quickly clear “skim” the water of debris and minimize their “bathtub ring”...
  • Page 31 J-100 With two pump models, an automatic one-minute “blow-out” function also activates pump 2 for a period of one minute to flush all lines. Then, after one minute, pump 2 turns off and pump 1 continues to operate for the duration of the cycle.

  • Page 32: Spa Maintenance

    12.0 Spa Maintenance Proper and regular maintenance of your spa will help it retain its beauty and performance. Your authorized Jacuzzi dealer can supply you with all the information, supplies, and accessory products you will need to accomplish this. DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING BY ENTRAPMENT! •...

  • Page 33: Draining And Refilling

    Jacuzzi dealer. The average life expectancy of each filter is approximately two years with proper care and water quality maintenance.

  • Page 34: Pillow Care

    If you are not certain as to the suitability of a particular cleanser, consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer. Regardless of the cleanser used, use extreme care to assure that no soap residue is left on...

  • Page 35: Cover Care And Maintenance

    J-100 12.5 Cover Care and Maintenance Certain hot tub covers distributed by Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs have a vinyl or PROLAST™/PROLAST™ Extreme encasement. This vinyl or PROLAST™/PROLAST™ Extreme encasement also referred to as the cover “skin” is attractive and durable. Regular monthly cleaning and conditioning (vinyl) is strongly recommended and may increase the longevity of your cover.

  • Page 36: Winterizing

    J-100 12.7 Winterizing Your Jacuzzi spa is designed to automatically protect itself against freezing when operating properly. During periods of severe freezing temperatures, you should check periodically to be certain that the electrical supply to the spa has not been interrupted. In extreme, bitter cold weather less than 32°F (0°C), choose the F3 “Standard”...

  • Page 37: Restarting Your Spa In Cold Weather

    This situation will block water flow preventing the spa from operating properly and possibly damaging the equipment. We recommend you consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer for guidance before attempting to re-start your spa under these conditions.

  • Page 38: Sanitizing

    Some are necessary to compensate for out-of-balance water, some aid in cosmetic water treatment and others simply alter the feel or smell of the water. Your authorized Jacuzzi dealer can advise you on the use of these additives. When adding spa shock (chlorine or non-chlorine) or pH balancing chemicals activate the jets pump(s) and leave the spa cover open for a minimum of 20 minutes.

  • Page 39: Panel Displays Sn1

    Water temperature is above acceptable limits. DO NOT ENTER SPA! Water temperature has reached 112°F (44°C) and the low speed jets pump 1 has activated to circulate water through heater. Contact your authorized Jacuzzi dealer or qualified service technician. 14.7...

  • Page 40: Panel Displays Blb

    15.0 Troubleshooting Procedures In the event your Jacuzzi spa is not working the way it should, please first review all the installation and operating instructions in this manual and check the message on the panel display. If you are still not satisfied it is working properly, please follow the appropriate troubleshooting instructions below.

  • Page 41: Pump Does Not Operate But Light Does

    Nonetheless, we are always striving to improve the quality and features of our products. Your input as a Jacuzzi spa owner is a cherished part of this process. If you have any comments or suggestions, or if you wish to be informed on any new products for your spa, please write to us.

  • Page 42: Circuit Board Diagrams

    J-100 16.0 Circuit Board Diagrams 16.1 North American J-135 and J-145 Models This wiring diagram is used for the 240V 60 Hz North American spa models.

  • Page 43: North American J-115™ And J-125™ Convertible Models

    J-100 16.2 North American J-115™ and J-125™ Convertible Models This wiring diagram is used for the 120/240V 60 Hz North American convertible spa models. DANGER RISK OF SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION! Light DCU Ports 1-10 power spa lights, waterfall Turn power off lights and step before servicing.

  • Page 44: Export 50 Hz J-135 And J-145 Models

    J-100 16.3 Export 50 Hz J-135 and J-145 Models This wiring diagram is used for the 230V 50 Hz Export spa models.

  • Page 45: Export 50 Hz J-115™ And J-125™ Models

    J-100 16.4 Export 50 Hz J-115™ and J-125™ Models This wiring diagram is used for the 230V 50 Hz Export spa models.
  • Page 46 J-100...

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