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12/30/11

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  • Page 1 LTR20121002, Rev. A 12/30/11...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Copyright 2011 LMS, Inc. All rights reserved. Duplication without written consent is strictly or assistance, please contact: prohibited. LMS Customer Service Department Cal Spas is a registered trademark. ® 1462 East Ninth Street Due to continuous improvement programs, all models, operation, and/or specifications are Pomona, CA 91766.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Fetal damage in pregnant women the spa. This does not apply to lights built in to the • Physical inability to exit the spa spa as factory options from Cal Spas™. • Unconsciousness WARNING -- RISK OF INJURY WARNING: The use of alcohol, drugs, or medi- The spa water should never exceed 104˚F (40˚C).

  • Page 4: Preparing For Your New Inground Spa

    Preparing for Your New Inground Spa Most cities and counties require permits for exterior construction and electrical circuits. In addition, some communities have codes requiring residential barriers such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on property to prevent unsupervised access to the property by children. Your dealer can provide information on which permits may be required and how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your Cal Spa.

  • Page 5: Equipment Pack

    Planning the Best Place for the Outdoor Equipment Pack The Designer Spa series requires an external equip- owner’s manual for important location and safety ment pack. When locating the outdoor equipment information.) pack, you will want to consider the following: •...

  • Page 6: Spa Shell Dimensions And Side Views

    Spa Shell Dimensions and Side Views IG-401 Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...
  • Page 7 IG-402 Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...
  • Page 8 IG-403 Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...
  • Page 9 IG-404 Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...
  • Page 10 IG-405 Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...
  • Page 11 IG-406 Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...
  • Page 12 IG-407 Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...

  • Page 13: Electrical Requirements - Us And Canada

    Electrical Requirements – US and Canada All 240V spas must be permanently connected (hard Wire runs over 85 feet must increase wire gauge to wired) to the power supply. These instructions de- the next lower number. For example: A normal 50 scribe the only acceptable electrical wiring procedure.

  • Page 14: Gfci Wiring Diagram

    GFCI Wiring Diagram Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...

  • Page 15: Electrical Installation -- Europe

    Electrical Installation -- Europe All 230V spas must be permanently connected (hard Wire runs over 85 feet must increase wire gauge to wired) to the power supply. These instructions de- the next lower number. For example: A normal 50 scribe the only acceptable electrical wiring procedure. amp RCD with four #8 AWG copper wires run over Spas wired in any other way will void your warranty 85 feet would require you to go to four #6 AWG cop-...

  • Page 16: Rcd Wiring Diagram

    RCD Wiring Diagram         GREEN/ GREEN/ YELLOW YELLOW (Ground) (Ground)     CIRCUIT BOARD    GREEN/ YELLOW (Ground) Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...

  • Page 17: Installing The Inground Shell

    Installing the Inground Shell Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...

  • Page 18: Equipment Pack Plumbing Connections

    Equipment Pack Plumbing Connections Equipment Pack Specifications All Inground spas except IGJ-407: Equipment pack weight = 250 lbs. IGJ-407: Equipment pack weight = 300 lbs. One 2.5 HP heat pump One 4 HP swim pump Note: Equipment pack cannot exceed 15 feet from spa.
  • Page 19 Gate/Slice Valves The plumbing on the spa shell is labeled by the factory in the following manner: The use of gate valves is recommended on all plumb- ing lines (both suction and return lines). These valves Pump 1 Suction: 2” line that connects the spa filter are used to contain the spa’s water in either the equip- and bottom drain assembly to the front of pump 1.

  • Page 20: Electrical And Electronic Connection

    Electrical and Electronic Connection Remote Equipment Topside Control Connect the extension loom to the control panel location on the circuit board located inside the Panel control box. You will also need to connect both The next few steps to complete the installation should the temperature and high limit sensors to the cir- be performed along with installation of the tempera- cuit board prior to testing.
  • Page 21 Inground Spa Light Installation In- Feed the light cord through the rigid conduit to the junction box, leaving at least 4 feet of cord at structions the end of the light fixture. This slack in the light On spas ordered with inground lights, the factory cord will allow servicing without draining the spa installs the light niche for you.
  • Page 22 Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...

  • Page 23: Pouring The Deck

    Pouring the Deck just under it. This is important, as concrete should be It is recommended that all electrical hook ups and all packed under and over the flange of the spa, as the plumbing be completed before pouring the concrete. deck is poured.

  • Page 24: 9800 Electronic Control Operation

    9800 Electronic Control Operation Initial Start-up When first powered up, your spa will perform a self-diagnostic check and then automatically go into priming mode. The topside will display PR to indicate this. Priming mode will be active for less than five minutes. When the spa has finished priming, the heater will be activated and the water temperature will be maintained in stan- dard mode.

  • Page 25: Freeze Protection

    on, the equipment will automatically turn off after 15 • The first filter cycle is automatically activated at minutes. 8:00 AM and operates the pump until 10:00 AM. The “FILTER 1” indicator icon will light when filter Light 1 is running. Press the “LIGHT”...

  • Page 26: Periodic Reminder Messages

    Periodic Reminder Messages Press the “Mode” button to reset a displayed reminder. Message Frequency Action Required Every 7 days Test and adjust chemical levels per manufacturer’s instructions. Every 7 days Test and adjust chemical levels per manufacturer’s instructions. Every 30 days Remove, clean, and reinstall filter per manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 27: Diagnostic Messages

    Diagnostic Messages Message Meaning Action Required No message 1) Spa temperature is unknown. 1) After pump has been running for 2 minutes tempera- on display ture will be displayed. 2) Spa is in Economy or Sleep 2) In Economy or Sleep mode, the pump may be off for mode.
  • Page 28 Message Meaning Action Required Overheat protection (spa is shut- DO NOT ENTER THE WATER! down). One sensor has detected Remove the spa cover and allow spa to cool below 118˚F (48˚C) at the heater. 107˚F (42˚C). Press any button on the topside display to reset spa.

  • Page 29: Adjustable Jets

    Adjustable Jets Diverter Knobs Almost all of the jets in your spa are adjustable. Diverter knobs are 1” and 2” knobs located around Rotating the face of an adjustable jet to the left the top of your spa. They allow you to divert water (counter-clockwise) will decrease the amount of through jets from one side of the spa to the other, or water flow through the jet.

  • Page 30: Clear Water Plan

    Clear Water Plan Contents of this section: This section is intended for new spa owners with Testing and Adjusting Spa Water no experience with water chemistry. Everyone’s ex- perience with maintaining water quality is different, Sanitation but there are some general concepts you need to Filtration know.

  • Page 31: Testing And Adjusting Spa Water

    Testing and Adjusting Spa Water You have two types of testing methods to choose from: • reagent test kit is a method which provides a high level of accuracy. It is available in either liquid or tablet form. • Test strips are a convenient testing method commonly used by spa owners.

  • Page 32: Sanitation

    Sanitation After you fill your spa, you need to decide which chemical sanitizer you wish to use. Consult your Cal Spas dealer for the right decision with regards to your lifestyle and spa usage. We recommend either bromine or chlorine as your sanitizer. Both work well when maintained regularly.

  • Page 33: Filter Cleaning

    Shocking the Water In addition to using a chemical sanitizer, you will periodically need to shock the water. Shocking the water helps remove burned-out chemicals, bacteria, and other organic material from your spa’s water and im- proves your sanitizer’s effectiveness. Do not use chlorinating shock, which will damage your spa’s jets and pump seals.

  • Page 34: Bather Load

    Cal Spas dealer for additional chemical or system recom- All versions of the Cal Spas Clear Water Plan are mendations. Be sure to give them your bather load designed for spas with average bather load (3 to information.

  • Page 35: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Each time you refill the spa Follow the section “Starting the Spa with Fresh Water”. Prior to each use Test the spa water using either test strips a reagent test kit. Adjust chemical levels as necessary. Once a week Test the spa water using either test strips a reagent test kit.

  • Page 36: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and Maintenance Removing and Reseating the Pillows You can remove the pillows for cleaning and maintenance quickly and easily. This method works for all types of pillows. Grab the lower edge of the pillow with both hands firmly and pull up. As you do this, the pillow inserts will pop out of the holes.

  • Page 37: Draining Your Spa

    Draining Your Spa Your spa should be drained every four to six months, and refilled with fresh tap water. The following is the recommended method for draining your spa. Turn off the power at the breaker. Remove all filters. Hook up the female end of a garden hose to the drain fitting (if equipped). Place the other end of the garden hose where you would like the water to drain to.

  • Page 38: Cleaning Your Spa

    Cleaning Your Spa Spa Cover and Pillows Due to the constant punishment your spa cover and pillows receive, you should protect them by applying a vinyl and leather cleaner as part of your monthly maintenance plan. Use a product that is specifically designed to protect spa covers and pillows from chemical and ultraviolet light damage without leaving an oily residue behind that is normally associated with common automotive vinyl protectants.

  • Page 39: Appendix

    ACU02200300 ACU02200301 ACU02200305 ACU02200306 ACU02200302 ACU02200303 ACU02200304 93 x 200 Warranty Cal Spas Designer Inground Spas do not come with a warranty. If you have any questions, contact Cal Spas customer service at 1-800-CAL-SPAS. Inground Spas LTR20121002, Rev. A www.calspas.com...

  • Page 40: Lms Customer Service Department 1462 East Ninth Street Pomona, Ca

    LMS Customer Service Department 1462 East Ninth Street Pomona, CA 91766 Toll Free: 1-800-CAL-SPAS Fax: 1-909-629-3890 www.calspas.com LTR20121002, Rev. A 12/30/11...

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