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  • Page 1 owner’s manual ™ C o l l e c t i o n J - lX J - lXl 6530-542X rev. a...
  • Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jacuzzi 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 have during the first 24-hours of ownership! Also listed below are important maintenance recommendations you should observe on a regular basis to protect your new investment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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 Additional CSA Safety Instructions (Canada Only) ... 8 General Electrical Safety Instructions ... 8 Choosing A Location ...9 Outdoor Location ...
  • Page 4 LX Collection 12.0 Spa Maintenance ...33 12.1 Cleaning The Filters... 33 12.2 Draining and Refilling... 36 12.3 Pillow Care... 37 12.4 Cleaning The Spa Interior ... 37 12.5 Maintaining the Cover ... 37 12.6 Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet ... 38 12.7 Top Rail Care And Maintenance ... 39 12.8 Stainless Steel Corners ...
  • 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, “Choosing A Location”...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions For All Spa Owners

    LX Collection 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: •...
  • Page 7 The disconnecting means must be readily accessible and visible to the spa occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5m), from the spa. • The electrical circuit supplied for the hot tub must include a suitable ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) as required by NEC Article 680-42. warnInG: •...
  • Page 8 Consult a licensed architect or building contractor to determine your specific needs if installing your hot tub indoors. rIsK oF severe InJurY or DeaTH! To DeCrease rIsK oF InFeCTIon or DIs- In addition to maintenance of filters and water illness (e.g.
  • Page 9 To ensure you have a safe and enjoyable hot tub experience, learn all you can about hot tub safety and emergency procedures. Especially useful are the brochures listed below: •...
  • Page 10: Entrapment Risk

    LX Collection 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

    For additional or replacement Warning Signs please contact your local Jacuzzi dealer and reference item number #6530-082. rIsK oF severe InJurY or DrownInG! rIsK oF severe InJurY or DrownInG!
  • Page 12: Important Additional Csa Safety Instructions (Canada Only)

    No. 6 AWG (10 mm 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

    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: Outdoor Location

    Consult a licensed architect or building contractor to determine your specific needs if installing your hot tub indoors. • proper Foundation: considering a foundation that will adequately support the spa the entire time it is in place.
  • 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

    LX Collection 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: Electrical Wiring Instructions

    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.
  • Page 18 LX Collection 8. Select the power supply inlet you want to use (Figure A). Feed power cable to control box, then install it through the large opening provided in the bottom side of the box. 9. Connect wires, color to color, on terminal blocks TB1 and TB3 (Figure C, page 15).
  • Page 19: 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 20 5. 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 40) for general guidance. warnInG: Never leave chemicals opened and accessible to anyone. Use chemicals according to the vendors instructions.
  • Page 21: Place Cover On Spa

    Never add chlorine tablets (trichlor) or acid to your hot tub for any reason! These chemical may damage components within your hot tub, burn or irritate your skin, create a rash, and void the manufacturer warranty for your spa. rIsK oF personal InJurY.
  • Page 22 Water that is too soft can be corrosive to metal components. 13. Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer for chemical recommendations, then add chemicals to spa water to achieve a constant sanitizer reading within the levels recommended by the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals/USA printed on the inside cover of this manual.
  • Page 23 • To decrease the risk of injury, entrapment or drowning, never leave your hot tub unattended for any reason, es- pecially if while the cover is open and accessible to small children and animals! • To decrease the risk of (e.g.
  • Page 24: Control Functions

    LX Collection Control Functions Control panel A. leD Display: Can display current water temperature (default display), water temperature set point, selected filtration/heating mode, and error messages. B. warmer ( ) Button: Increases water temperature set point. C. Cooler ( ) Button: Decreases water temperature set point. D.
  • Page 25: J-Lxl General Spa Features And Controls

    J-lXl General spa Features and Controls Control Panel Toggle Air Controls (3) Filter/Skimmer Grill PowerPro MX2 Footwell Jets (2) Pillows (3) Massage Selector Valve (side mounted) Optional Audio System Speak- ers (4) Waterfall (Stainless steel) Spa Light Specifications/features subject to change without notice. Footwell Suction Fittings (4) PowerPro RX Jets (4) PowerPro FX2 Jets (3)
  • Page 26: J-Lxl Air Controls Diagram

    LX Collection J-lXl air Controls Diagram Rotate Air Controls 1-3 to add air to designated jet groups. Specifications/features subject to change without notice. air Control operation...
  • Page 27: J-Lxl Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    J-lXl Massage/waterfall selector Diagram massage selector operation Rotate Massage Selector 1 to divert water between designated jet massage selectors (1) • Massage Selector #1 controls pump #1. Jets (2) • These jets are always on when the jets pump #2 is running. waterfall (3) •...
  • Page 28: J-Lx General Spa Features And Controls

    LX Collection J-lX General spa Features and Controls Control Panel Toggle Air Controls (4) Filter/Skimmer Grill PowerPro MX2 Footwell Jets (2) Pillows (4) Massage Selector Valve (side mounted) Optional Audio System Speak- ers (4) Waterfall (Stainless steel) Spa Light Specifications/features subject to change without notice. Footwell Suction Fittings (4) PowerPro RX Jets (4) PowerPro FX2 Jets (5)
  • Page 29: J-Lx Air Controls Diagram

    LX Collection J-lX air Controls Diagram air Control operation Rotate Air Controls 1-4 to add air to designated jet groups. Specifications/features subject to change without notice.
  • Page 30: J-Lx Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    LX Collection J-lX Massage/waterfall selector Diagram massage selector operation Rotate Massage Selector 1 to divert water between designated jet massage selectors (1) • Massage Selector #1 controls pump #1. Jets (2) • These jets are always on when the jets pump #2 is running. waterfall (3) •...
  • Page 31: Operating Instructions

    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 (e.g. 3.58), then; 2.
  • Page 32: Light On/Off Button

    LX Collection 10.3 light on/off button Pressing this button activates the waterfall, footwell, accent lights in unison as follows: high - medium - low - off. note: Lights automatically turn off after 2 hours. 10.4 light mode Button This button offers 4 light modes for your enjoyment. Press this button to select your favorite lighting effect as follows: Press Once...
  • Page 33: Selecting Desired Massage Action

    Jacuzzi logo side down to open or press the opposite side of button to close. note: To minimize heat loss, close all air controls (Jacuzzi logo up) when spa is not in use. Certain jets may not draw air when jets pump 1 is running in low speed;...
  • Page 34: Automatic Filtration Cycles

    LX Collection 11.0 automatic Filtration Cycles Your new spa includes a 8-hour circulation pump which filters the water continuously. The circulation pump draws water through the skimmer bag and one of two filter cartridges to effectively remove small debris in your spa. note: The 8-hour circulation pump system also supplies heated water to the spa when the heater turns on.
  • Page 35: Lock Modes

    standard Filtration/heating Modes F0 5 minutes of filtration per day (one 5 minute “Blow-Out” cycle every 24 hours to purge all plumbing lines) F1 1 hour of filtration per day (one 30-minute cycle every 12 hours); This is the factory default setting. F2 1.5 hours of filtration per day (one 30-minute cycle every 8 hours) F3 2 hours of filtration per day (one 30-minute cycle every 6...
  • Page 36 LX Collection...
  • Page 37: Spa Maintenance

    Entrapment, page 6. 12.1 Cleaning The Filters Your Jacuzzi spa is equipped with a skimmer bag, filter skimmer and two high performance pleated filter cartridges located under the filter cover. Fine debris are filtered by the circulation pump drawing water through the skimmer bag, filter skimmer and filter cartridge 8-hours a day.
  • Page 38 LX Collection An optional chemical feeder is available through your authorized Jacuzzi dealer that installs under the filter cap (#2472-673). Always remove the chemical feeder cap and feeder (when used) during the filter cleaning process by turning the cap handle counterclockwise. Reinstall the cap and feeder back onto the filter cartridge after the filter cleaning process is complete.
  • Page 39 Lift unthreaded filter cartridge from skimmer well. Place each cartridge back into skimmer well, then rotated each cartridge handle clockwise to thread back into wall fitting. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN! If used, remove the chemical feeder as instructed prior to rinsing the filter cartridges.
  • Page 40: Draining And Refilling

    “F”, followed by soaking the filter overnight in a plastic container filled with a solution of water and specially formulated filter cleanser available from your authorized Jacuzzi dealer. The average life expectancy of each filter is approximately two years with proper care and water quality maintenance.
  • Page 41: Pillow Care

    12.5 maintaining the Cover Using the Jacuzzi insulating spa cover anytime the spa is not in use will significantly reduce your operating costs, heat-up time and maintenance requirements. To prolong the life of the cover, handle it with care and clean it regularly.
  • Page 42: Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet

    5. Do not drag or use the flaps/skirt or the cover lock straps to remove the cover. 6. Use only recommended cover lift systems. 7. Use only chemicals and cleaners recommended by Jacuzzi. 8. Remember to keep spa covered when not in use. Maintaining proper water levels assures efficient operation and efficient electrical usage.
  • Page 43: Top Rail Care And Maintenance

    12.9 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 -20°F (-29°C), choose the F3 “Standard”...
  • Page 44: Restarting Your Spa In Cold Weather

    8. Reinstall synthetic cabinet side panel and cover spa so that no casual moisture can enter into it. Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer if you have any questions regarding winter use or winterizing. 12.10 restarting Your spa in Cold weather...
  • Page 45: Ph Control

    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 46: Cd Ozone Water Maintenance System

    13.3 CD ozone water maintenance system If your spa is equipped with the Jacuzzi CD ozone water purification system you will find that your water stays fresh and clear with significantly less chemical sanitizer usage. You will also probably be able to go longer between complete spa drainings.
  • Page 47: Panel Displays Ice

    4. If the circulation pump is not running, turn power off at the main breaker, then turn power back on. This will reset the circulation pump priming cycle. Once the pump is primed, the error should clear. 5. If problem persists, contact your authorized Jacuzzi dealer. 14.7 panel Displays oH...
  • Page 48: Panel Displays

    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 for messages on the panel display. If you are still not satisfied it is working properly, please follow the appropriate troubleshooting instructions below.
  • Page 49: Poor Jet Action

    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 50: Circuit Board Diagrams

    LX Collection 16.0 Circuit Board Diagrams 16.1 north american Dedicated power models (60 Hz) This wiring diagram is used for all North American, 240V (60 Hz) dedicated power models.
  • Page 51: Export Models (50 Hz)

    LX Collection 16.2 export models (50 Hz) This wiring diagram is used for all Export 230 VAC 50 Hz spa models.
  • Page 52: Optional Stereo Receiver Functions

    LX Collection 17.0 optional stereo receiver Functions 17.1 stereo receiver Control Functions BAND SUBW ZONE AQ-CD-3 models equipped with the stereo option only: To start enjoying your new Stereo Receiver, please read the following operation instructions in their entirety. 1. power Button: Press PWR (Power) to turn deck on or off. 2.
  • Page 53 C. To navigate through the menus use the ( press the MENU button repeatedly. D. To adjust the selected menu item, press the VOLUME Up (7) or Down (8) buttons. E. After the selected menu item(s) has been changed and no other buttons have been pressed within the 5 second time-out, the unit will resume to the previous operation.
  • Page 54 LX Collection BAND SUBW ZONE AQ-CD-3 • volume (volume level) button to adjust the desire volume level, the volume level will be shown on the LCD display ranging from 00 (lowest) to 46 (highest). • subwooFer (sub-woofer level) Volume Up or Down button to adjust the Sub-woofer lever from “00” to “12”. note: The Sub-woofer level control is only applicable if the unit is equipped with the optional subwoofer line out, and only if the unit is connected to an optional sub-woofer speaker.
  • Page 55 Shows the Bass Quality factor (Curve characteristics) of each step 15.0 12.5 10.0 Level (dB) • mIDDle (middle level) Down button to adjust the desired Middle level range from -6 to +6. • mID-CFQ (middle Cent the Volume Up or Down button to adjust the desired Middle Range Center Frequency to 500 Hz, 1 KHz, 1.5 KHz, or 2.5 KHz.
  • Page 56 LX Collection BAND SUBW ZONE AQ-CD-3 • FaDer: User has 5 seconds to use Volume Up or Down button to adjust the Fader between the front and rear speakers from R12 (full rear) to F12 (full front). “C00” represents an equal balance between the front and rear speakers.
  • Page 57 14. as/Ps (automatically store/Preset scan) button: While in seek mode the stereo unit will automatically select 6 strong stations and store them in the current band. Select a band (if needed). • preset scan: Scan stations stored in the current band. Select a band, press AS/PS button for less than 3 seconds.
  • Page 58 LX Collection 20. Preset 6/uP button: In Tuner mode, any station can be stored as preset 6 by simply pressing and holding this button for 2 seconds, after the desired station is selected. To recall the station preset, simply press and release this button. In CD mode, this button will browse the folders on CD-R and CD-RW discs.
  • Page 59: Stereo Audio Receiver Specifications

    • Maximum number of characters for MP3 file name and folder name: • Sampling frequency: (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz for WMA) and (16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48kHz for MP3) • Bit rates: 32-320 Kbps •...
  • Page 60: Cd/Mp3/Wma Folder/File Hierarchy

    LX Collection 17.3 CD/MP3/wMa folder/file hierarchy When selected for play, folder search, file search or folder select, files and folders are accessed in the order in which they were written. Because of this, the order in which they are expected to be played may not match the order in which they are actually played.
  • Page 61 A. CD/MP3/wMa File/folder play 1. There are three different play methods as following: • Press the M2 button more than 3 seconds during playing an MP3/ WMA disc for “intro play” to all files of the current folder. Intro play should restart from the first song of the current folder, after all files in the current files have been intro-played.
  • Page 62: Stereo Audio Receiver Troubleshooting

    LX Collection C. ID3 information display • For any MP3/WMA file recording with ID3 Tag information. The ID3 information such like Album title, Track title, Artist Title will be displayed and automatic scrolling through the LCD while the file is playing. User also allows pressing the AS/PS button repeatedly to view the ID3 tag information manually.
  • Page 63: Standard Wireless Remote Control Functions

    The installation angle is more than 30 degrees Sound skips. The disc is extremely dirt or defective disc The radio does The antenna cable is not work. The not connected radio station automatic The signals are too selection does weak not work.
  • Page 64 LX Collection Seek/Track Down Button: • In CD mode: Press to rewind tracks or press and hold to do a fast rewind. • In radio mode: Seeks down for stations. Seek/Track Up Button: • In CD mode: Press to move forward tracks or press and hold to do a fast forward.
  • Page 65: Ipod®/Mp3 Player Connection

    17.6 iPod®/MP3 Player Connection A. Connecting your iPod/MP3 player 1. Plug in the iPod/MP3 Player (purchased separately) with supplied mini RCA cable into the auxiliary port (A). 2. Plug the other end of the supplied cable into the phone jack connection on the iPod/MP3 Player.
  • Page 66: Wireless Remote Battery Replacement Procedure

    LX Collection 17.7 wireless remote Battery replacement procedure 1. Turn the remote unit over and locate the battery door (Figure A). 2. Rotate the battery door, with a coin, counterclockwise until the dot aligns with the Open arrow (Figure B). 3.

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