Winterizing; Spa Cabinet Care; Spa Surface Care And Cleaning; Light Bulbs - Coleman 300 Series Owner's Manual

Winterizing

In cold climates where freezing temperatures
occur, special care is required to prevent the possibili-
ty of damage to the spa and equipment due to freezing.
If you plan on using your spa during cold months,
be sure your pump and heater are in good working
order. The spa shell has been insulated to provide effi-
cient operation in cold weather areas.
Note: If you elect not to drain your spa and the
temperature is going to be below freezing for
extended periods of time, it is best to operate the
spa heater at the maximum high temperature (to
104°F), especially if there is a power outage threat.
This will help keep the spa water from freezing if
you have a power failure.
If you do not intend to use your spa during the win-
ter months and there is danger of freezing, use the foll-
owing steps to winterize your spa:
1. Turn off all electrical power to the spa.
2. Drain spa and hoses of all water using the direc-
tions for Draining Your Spa (pg. 24). Open all
unions, and remove drain plugs from bottom of
pumps. If you cannot draw off all of the water
(especially from hoses), add Recreational Vehicle
antifreeze to the remaining water through the bot-
tom of the skimmer and jets. If antifreeze is used,
it must be an inhibitor Propylene Glycol such as
Dow Frost™, available through Dow Chemical ®
distributors.
Note: Prior to refilling the spa, drain all antifreeze
from spa and hoses using the instructions for
Draining Your Spa (Pg. 24 ). Carefully monitor
chemicals until all antifreeze residue has dissipated.
3. The filter should be drained, and the cartridge
removed and cleaned.
4. Check to see that there is no water in the heater
element chamber.
5. Clean your spa as directed in the following two
sections on this page.
6. Cover your spa with a water-shedding, impenetra-
ble cover.
7. For further information on blowing out the
plumbing lines and winterizing procedures, con-
tact your local dealer.

Spa Cabinet Care

The 300 and 400 series cabinets are made of
Duramaax™, a high quality alternative to wood that is
virtually maintenance free, requiring no staining, seal-
ing, or waxing.
Never use abrasive cleaners.
To clean the spa cabinet, rinse dirt and dust regu-
larly with clear water. To remove stubborn dirt, grime,
and mild discoloration, wash with a mild detergent and
warm water.

Spa Surface Care and Cleaning

Your spa shell surface is made of acrylic. A mini-
mum amount of care and cleaning will keep your spa
looking new for years.
Use a spa cleaner for residue and lime buildup at
the water level of the spa surface. It may be necessary
to lower the water level 2 to 3 inches before cleaning
to avoid polluting the spa.
Cleaner can be applied to the acrylic surface with a
soft cloth and wiped clean. Use a non-abrasive house-
hold cleaner to clean your spa shell (Lysol Basin, Tub
& Tile Cleaner , Glass Plus
mild dishwashing detergent such as Ivory ®
Rinse well and dry with a clean cloth.
Note: Do not allow the acrylic surface to come in to
contact with products such as acetone (nail polish
remover), nail polish, dry cleaning solution, lacquer
thinners, gasoline, pine oil, etc.
Remove dust and dry dirt with a soft, damp cloth.
Clean grease, oil, paint and ink stains with isopropyl
(rubbing) alcohol. Avoid using razor blades or other
sharp instruments that might scratch the surface.
Protect spa finish - always keep cover
on the spa when not in use.

Light Bulbs

The Spa light bulb is serviceable from the spa cab-
inet. Remove the side panel and insulation closest to
the light; locate the bracket that holds the bulb. Turn
the black bulb holder 90 degrees counter-clockwise;
remove from bracket.
replace. Insert bulb holder back into bracket and turn
90 degrees clock-wise to secure.
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Pull bulb straight out and