Sundance Spas Maxxus Owner's Manual

Sundance Spas Maxxus Owner's Manual

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P.N.:6530 -395C Rev. B
880 SERIES OWNER'S MANUAL
Maxxus ™ | Aspen ® | Optima ® | Cameo ® | Altamar ® | Marin ® | Capri ®

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March 1, 2025

Why would a cool warning come on my hot tub? Is something wrong?

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Mr. Anderson
March 1, 2025

A "COOL" warning on a Sundance Spas Maxxus hot tub is indicated by a white light. It suggests that the spa water temperature is significantly lower than the set temperature.

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  • Page 1 P.N.:6530 -395C Rev. B 880 SERIES OWNER’S MANUAL Maxxus ™ | Aspen ® | Optima ® | Cameo ® | Altamar ® | Marin ® | Capri ®...
  • Page 2 Attention New Hot Tub Owner! Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sundance ® hot tub! The following is a list of automated functions performed by your hot tub. These functions are listed below in an attempt to suppress 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

    North American 60 Hz Power Options ........16 Hot Tub Fill Up Procedure ..........17 Hot Tub Features ............22 Maxxus™ Hot Tub Features ............22 Maxxus Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram ......23 Maxxus Air Controls Diagram ............ 24 Aspen® Hot Tub Features ............25 Aspen Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram ......
  • Page 4 12.12 System Information ..............65 13.0 Hot Tub Maintenance ............66 13.1 Cleaning/Replacing the Filter Cartridge ........66 13.2 Quick Release Door (Except Maxxus and Aspen Models) ..68 13.3 Draining And Refilling..............69 13.4 Cleaning The Hot Tub Interior ............ 70 13.5 Pillow Care .................
  • Page 5 Typical Hot Tub Wiring Diagrams A-B (North American 60 Hz Models Only) ......84 18.0 North American 60 Hz Electrical Wiring Diagram ..85 18.1 North American 60 Hz Maxxus/Aspen Electrical Wiring Diagram ................85 18.2 North American 60 Hz Altamar/Cameo/Capri/Marin/ Optima Electrical Wiring Diagram ..........86 18.3...
  • Page 7: Important Hot Tub Owner Information

    Section 4.0 titled, “Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub” (page 8) or as prescribed by your authorized Sundance Spas dealer. Sundance hot tubs constantly strives to offer the finest hot tubs...
  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions For All Spa Owners

    880 SERIES 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 9 880 SERIES • 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 10 880 SERIES 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. •...
  • Page 11 880 SERIES 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 12: Entrapment Risk

    880 SERIES 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 13: 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 Sundance spas dealer and reference item number #6530-082. Page 7...
  • Page 14: Important Additional Csa Safety Instructions (Canada Only)

    880 SERIES Important Additional CSA Safety Instructions (Canada Only) When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. A green colored terminal or a terminal marked G, Gr, Ground, Grounding or the symbol* is located inside the supply termi- nal box or compartment.
  • Page 15: Outdoor Location

    880 SERIES The spa must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage away from it. Placing the spa in a depression without provisions for proper drainage could allow rain, overflow and other casual water to flood the equipment and create a wet condition in which it would sit in.
  • Page 16: Indoor Location

    880 SERIES Indoor Location For indoor installations many factors need to be considered before installing a spa indoors: 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, bac- teria or virus) and/or respiratory ailments that could be pres- ent in the air or water.
  • Page 17: Location For The Optional Sunsmart™ 2.0 System

    880 SERIES Location for the Optional SunSmart™ 2.0 System IMPORTANT! Choose an installation site with the front control panel side pointing towards your home’s Wi-Fi router. CAUTION: You must make sure that the spa control panel side has a clear unobstructed line-of-site of the home Wi-Fi router. This action ensures maximum signal strength between the spa and your home’s Wi-Fi router.
  • Page 18: General Electrical Safety Instructions

    Nonetheless, this hot tub must be installed properly to ensure dependable usage. Please contact your local Sundance Spas dealer or local building department should you have any questions regarding your installation. Proper grounding is extremely important. Sundance hot tubs are equipped with a current collector system.
  • Page 19: Electrical Installation Instructions (240V Service)

    6. To gain access to the hot tub’s power terminal block, remove the screws securing the center cabinet panel (Maxxus™ and Aspen® models only) or the Quick Release buttons (except Maxxus and Aspen models) on the side of the hot tub under the controls. Then remove the control box door screws and door (Figure C, page 15).
  • Page 20 (Figure D). TIGHTEN SECURELY! All wires must be hooked up securely or damage could result. 10. Install control box door and reinstall the cabinet panel(s). Figure A (Maxxus/Aspen Equipment Area) ° Note: Equipment location (such as pumps, CLEARRAY® system, drain, heater etc.) varies by model.
  • Page 21 880 SERIES Figure B (Equipment Area for All Models Except Maxxus/Aspen) ° Note: Equipment location (such as pumps, CLEARRAY® system, drain, heater etc.) varies by model. 1. Control Box 9. Filter/Circulation Pump 2. Power Supply Entrance(s) 10. CLEARRAY® (Ultraviolet) 3. Jets Pump Purification System 4.
  • Page 22: Power Requirements

    60A*** In the 40A configuration, the heater will not operate while any jets pump is running. Not recommended for the Maxxus and Aspen. In the 50A configuration, the heater will operate when one jets pump is running, but will not operate while two jets pumps are running. This is the factory default setting for 1-pump and 2-pump systems.
  • Page 23: Hot Tub Fill Up Procedure

    880 SERIES Hot Tub Fill Up Procedure For best results, read each step in its entirety before proceeding with that step. 1. Prepare The Hot Tub For Filling • Clear all debris from the hot tub. (Although the hot tub shell has been polished at the factory, you may want to treat it with a specially formulated hot tub cleaner.) Consult your dealer for additional information prior to filling hot tub.
  • Page 24 880 SERIES WARNING: RISK OF POISONING OR DEATH. Never leave chemicals opened and accessible to anyone. Use chemicals according to the vendors instructions. Always store chemicals in a safe and/or locked location. Keep away from and out of reach of children. 6.
  • Page 25 Capri ........230 Gal (871 L) ........ 6.0 oz Marin........315 Gal (1,192 L) ......8.0 oz Optima ........410 Gal (1,552 L) ......10.25 oz Maxxus .......570 Gal (2,158 L) ......14.25 oz *Use average fill volume for chemical maintenance 10. Leave hot tub cover open during this step to allow excessive chemical vapors to exit hot tub, protecting pillows and plastic knobs from chemical attack.
  • Page 26 Water that is too soft can be corrosive to metal components. 13. Consult your authorized Sundance Spas dealer for chemical recom- mendations, then add chemicals to hot tub water to achieve a con- stant sanitizer reading within the levels recommended on the inside cover of this manual.
  • Page 27 880 SERIES 15. Establish a sanitizer reading no less than 1.0 ppm free chlorine or 2.0 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.
  • Page 28: Hot Tub Features

    880 SERIES Hot Tub Features Maxxus™ Hot Tub Features ° Main Control Panel requires periodic cleaning for opti- Handrails with LED Light (2 ea.) mum performance) Lights (2 ea.) 16. Waterfall Control Valve Pillows (4 ea.) 17. Waterfall Filtration Return Fluidix Nex Jets (8 ea.)
  • Page 29: Maxxus Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    880 SERIES Maxxus Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selector Operation Rotate Massage Selectors 1 and 2 to divert water between designated jet groups. ° Massage Selectors (1-2) • Massage Selector #1 controls pump #2. • Massage Selector #2 controls pump #3.
  • Page 30: Maxxus Air Controls Diagram

    880 SERIES Maxxus Air Controls Diagram Air Control Operation Rotate Air Controls 1-8 to add air to designated jet groups. Turn the Blower on to add air to jets group 9. ° Spa operation subject to change without notice. Page 24...
  • Page 31: Aspen® Hot Tub Features

    880 SERIES Aspen® Hot Tub Features ° the filter lid. The suction fitting filter Main Control Panel requires periodic cleaning for opti- Handrails with LED Light (2 ea.) mum performance) Lights (2 ea.) 16. Waterfall Control Valve Pillows (4 ea.) 17.
  • Page 32: Aspen Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    880 SERIES Aspen Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selector Operation Rotate Massage Selectors 1 and 2 to divert water between designated jet groups. ° Massage Selectors (1-2) • Massage Selector #1 controls pump #1. • Massage Selector #2 controls pump #2. Waterfall Selector (3) •...
  • Page 33: Aspen Air Controls Diagram

    880 SERIES Aspen Air Controls Diagram Air Control Operation Rotate Air Controls 1-8 to add air to designated jet groups. ° Spa operation subject to change without notice. Page 27...
  • Page 34: Optima® Hot Tub Features

    880 SERIES Optima® Hot Tub Features ° Main Control Panel requires periodic cleaning for opti- Handrails with LED Light (2 ea.) mum performance) Light 16. Waterfall Control Valve Pillows (4 ea.) 17. Waterfall Filtration Return Fluidix Nex (4 ea.) 18. Fluidix ST Jets (16 ea.) Fluidix Intelli-Jets (5 ea.) 19.
  • Page 35: Optima Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    880 SERIES Optima Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selector Operation Rotate Massage Selectors 1 and 2 to divert water between designated jet groups. ° Massage Selectors (1-2) • Massage Selector #1 controls pump #1. • Massage Selector #2 controls pump #2. Waterfall Selector (3) •...
  • Page 36: Optima Air Controls Diagram

    880 SERIES Optima Air Controls Diagram Air Control Operation Rotate Air Controls 1-5 to add air to designated jet groups. ° Spa operation subject to change without notice. Page 30...
  • Page 37: Cameo® Hot Tub Features

    880 SERIES 9.10 Cameo® Hot Tub Features ° Control Panel requires periodic cleaning for opti- Handrails with LED Light (2 ea.) mum performance) Light 16. Waterfall Control Valve Pillows (3 ea.) 17. Waterfall Filtration Return Fluidix Nex Jets (6 ea.) 18.
  • Page 38: Cameo Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    880 SERIES 9.11 Cameo Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selector Operation Rotate Massage Selectors 1 and 2 to divert water between designated jet groups. ° Massage Selectors (1-2) • Massage Selector #1 controls pump #2. • Massage Selector #2 controls pump #1. Waterfall Selector (3) •...
  • Page 39: Cameo Air Controls Diagram

    880 SERIES 9.12 Cameo Air Controls Diagram Air Control Operation Rotate Air Controls 1-5 to add air to designated jet groups. Turn the Blower on to add air to jets group 6. ° Spa operation subject to change without notice. Page 33...
  • Page 40: Altamar® Hot Tub Features

    880 SERIES 9.13 Altamar® Hot Tub Features ° Main Control Panel requires periodic cleaning for opti- Handrail with LED Light mum performance) Light 16. Waterfall Control Valve Pillows (3 ea.) 17. Waterfall Filtration Return Fluidix Nex (4 ea.) 18. Fluidix ST Jets (12 ea.) Fluidix Intelli-Jets (6 ea.) 19.
  • Page 41: Altamar Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    880 SERIES 9.14 Altamar Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selector Operation Rotate Massage Selector 1 to divert water between designated jet groups. ° Massage Selectors (1) • Massage Selector #1 controls pump #2. Waterfall Selector (2) • Waterfall Selector #2 controls circulation pump output to waterfall. Continuously Powered Jets (3) •...
  • Page 42: Altamar Air Controls Diagram

    880 SERIES 9.15 Altamar Air Controls Diagram Air Control Operation Rotate Air Controls 1-5 to add air to designated jet groups. Turn the Blower on to add air to jets group 6. ° Spa operation subject to change without notice. Page 36...
  • Page 43: Marin® Hot Tub Features

    880 SERIES 9.16 Marin® Hot Tub Features ° Main Control Panel filter lid. The suction fitting filter re- Integrated Handrail quires periodic cleaning for optimum Light performance) Pillows (4 ea.) 16. Waterfall Control Valve Fluidix Nex (2 ea.) 17. Waterfall Filtration Return Fluidix Intelli-Jets (7 ea.) 18.
  • Page 44: Marin Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    880 SERIES 9.17 Marin Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selector Operation Rotate Massage Selector 1 to divert water between designated jet groups. ° Massage Selectors (1) • Massage Selector #1 controls pump #2. Waterfall Selector (2) • Waterfall Selector #2 controls circulation pump output to waterfall. Continuously Powered Jets (3) •...
  • Page 45: Marin Air Controls Diagram

    880 SERIES 9.18 Marin Air Controls Diagram Air Control Operation Rotate Air Controls 1-4 to add air to designated jet groups. Turn the Blower on to add air to jets group 5. ° Spa operation subject to change without notice. Page 39...
  • Page 46: Capri® Hot Tub Features

    880 SERIES 9.19 Capri® Hot Tub Features ° Control Panel 16. Filter Lid (The filter cartridge and Integrated Handrail suction fitting/filter are located Gravity Drain under the filter lid. The suction Pillows (3 ea.) fitting requires periodic cleaning for optimum performance) Fluidix Nex Jets (2 ea.) Fluidix ST Jets (10 ea.) 17.
  • Page 47: Capri Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    880 SERIES 9.20 Capri Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selector Operation Rotate Massage Selector 1 to divert water between designated jet groups. ° Massage Selectors (1) • Massage Selector #1 controls pump #1. Waterfall Selector (2) • Waterfall Selector #2 controls circulation pump output to waterfall. Spa operation subject to change without notice.
  • Page 48: Capri Air Controls Diagram

    880 SERIES 9.21 Capri Air Controls Diagram Air Control Operation Rotate Air Controls 1-2 to add air to designated jet groups. Turn the Blower on to add air to jets group 3. ° Spa operation subject to change without notice. Page 42...
  • Page 49: Suntouch™ Control Panel Main Menu

    880 SERIES 10.0 SunTouch™ Control Panel Main Menu 10.1 SunTouch™ Welcome Screen When power is first applied the SunTouch™ control panel will display a welcome message and the current software revisions, Figures 10.1a. Then the spa will begin a blow out cycle, Seciton 12.5 page 58. Note: The start up menu will time out after approximately 3 seconds and then change to the registration display in Section 10.2.
  • Page 50 880 SERIES 4. Click Warranty Registration 5. Enter your serial number. 6. Click Next to continue to complete your registration. 7. Once registered you will be given a passcode that will need to be entered into the control panel. Keep a record of your serial number and passcode for any future reference.
  • Page 51: Home Menu

    880 SERIES 10.3 Home Menu The new SunTouch™ system makes operating your spa a breeze. The Home Menu, Figure 10.3a, provides access to spa functions and pro- gramming. You can navigate through the menus and sub-menus with ease. Simply touch the icons on the LCD display to begin operating your new Sundance spa.
  • Page 52: Operating Instructions

    880 SERIES = Error Indicator Icon: Displays when there is an error message that needs to be addressed. The icon will also appear at the Home Menu as a reminder, page 79. Tap to view the condition that requires attention. = Invert Button: Tap to invert the display image.
  • Page 53: Lights Menu

    880 SERIES = Jets Pump 1 Button = Jets Pump 2 Button (If applicable) = Jets Pump 3 Button (If applicable) = Blower Button = Home Button: Tap to go back to the Home Menu. A. Jets Pumps 1. Tap the Jets 1 button to turn the pump on and off. 2.
  • Page 54 880 SERIES = Intensity Control Button: Press to activate and adjust the intensity of the lights. This will only work with the solid color option. The range is from 0 to 5. To turn off the lights, the intensity level must be decreased to 0. •...
  • Page 55: Music Menu

    880 SERIES 11.3 Music Menu Models equipped with the optional Audio System offer an enhanced spa experience. The BLUEWAVE® 2.0 Wireless Audio System works with most Bluetooth® wireless devices. An auxiliary device can be connected, via a 3.5 mm plug cable, located behind the front cabinet panel, if a Bluetooth device is not available.
  • Page 56: Connecting The Bluewave® System With Your Bluetooth® Device

    880 SERIES = Rewind: Tap to move back through tracks. = Pause/Play: Tap to pause and play tracks. = Artist Track: Will display the artist and track information, Track Name if it is available. If the information is not available this part will be blank.
  • Page 57: Audio Settings Menu

    880 SERIES 11.5 Audio Settings Menu To enter the Audio Settings Menu, tap from the Music submenu, Figure 11.5a. The display will change to Figure 11.5b. The Audio Settings Menu offers an enhanced audio experience by providing a custom or preset listening settings.
  • Page 58: Clearray On Demand

    880 SERIES 11.6 CLEARRAY on Demand The CLEARRAY on demand feature activates the water purification system for a period of 1-hour. Tap to turn the system on. During this time the circulation pump and the CLEARRAY unit are on. Note: When the CLEARRAY system is on due to a programmed or scheduled setting the feature cannot be turned off.
  • Page 59: Air Controls

    On the rim of your hot tub is a screw-off cap labeled “SunScents Fragrance Dispenser” (pages 22-40). It is designed to contain pack- ages of a specially made fragrance available from your Sundance Spas dealer. The fragrance is carried into the hot tub water by the air coming through the injector system when the air blower is on.
  • Page 60: Programming And Operation Instructions

    880 SERIES 12.0 Programming and Operation Instructions Your Sundance spa is equipped with setting menus that allow you to pro- gram and activate different components of the spa. With our SunTouch™ control panel, programming your spa has never been easier. In the sec- tions that follow, we will guide you through the process of programming the spa to fit your personal comfort.
  • Page 61: Programming The Heating Mode

    880 SERIES 12.1 Programming the Heating Mode Your Sundance spa is equipped with 3 modes of heating, Figure 12.1a. An automatic mode called “Auto” where the spa’s temperature is maintained at all times. An energy saving heating cycle called “Economy.” A mode that will only activate the heater during the daytime called “Day”...
  • Page 62: Programming The Primary Filter

    880 SERIES 12.2 Programming the Primary Filter To access the “Primary Filter” feature, tap from the Heat and Filter menu, Figure 12.2a, to enter the “Primary Filter” programming, Figure 12.2.b. Heat & Filter Primary Filter 8:00 Auto Economy Start Filter Figure 12.2b Figure 12.2a During a primary filtration, the circulation pump, CLEARRAY and ozone...
  • Page 63: Programming The Secondary Filter

    880 SERIES Summer Logic: In warm weather, the water temperature in the spa may exceed the set temperature. This condition may occur due to heat transference from the filter/circulation pump and jets pumps. If the water temperature is higher than 95°F (35°C) and rises two degrees above the set temperature, a “Summer Logic”...
  • Page 64: Cleanup Cycle

    880 SERIES 12.4 Cleanup Cycle The cleanup cycle occurs once per day at 12:00 pm (noon). This is not user programmable. Turning off the corresponding jets pump that is running can deactivate the feature. • One Pump System - Jets Pump 1 and the Circulation Pump turn on for 1 minute and then shut off.
  • Page 65 880 SERIES A. Programming the CLEARRAY® UV Bulb Timer The CLEARRAY UV bulb has a life expectancy of 1 year. A timer activates when power is applied and begins a countdown starting at 365 days. Once the timer expires, an error message will appear of the display, the UV bulb must be replaced and the timer needs to be reset.
  • Page 66 880 SERIES 3. Tap to confirm and save your changes. Water Refresh Reminder 4. When the timer expires, a message will Your spa needs to be drained appear on the control panel display, and refilled with fresh water. Figure 12.6f. The water must be drained Refer to your owner’s manual for draining procedure.
  • Page 67: Optional Wi-Fi Setup

    880 SERIES Note: Pressing will clear any current changes made. The days will revert to the previous programmed setting. This feature can be used to make corrections. 3. Tap to confirm and save your changes. Filter 2 Replacement 4. When the timer expires, a message will Reminder appear on the control panel display, Figure It’s time to replace your...
  • Page 68: Locking The Spa

    880 SERIES 12.8 Locking the Spa From the Settings Menu, tap to highlight the “Lock” menu tab. (Figure 12.8a) to enter the programming options, Lock Figure 12.8b. You can prevent users from changing certain features of the spa. When a lock feature is active, the lock icon will appear on the Main Menu.
  • Page 69: Programming The Time And Date

    880 SERIES C. Service Lock (Figure 12.8b): 1. Tap to lock the spa. When this feature is activated all the lock buttons are highlighted. 2. Tap (block) to select a number. Use to select a number from 0-9. Then move on to the next number until a four-digit code has been selected.
  • Page 70: Programming The Language

    880 SERIES B. To set the date: Time and Date Each setting for month, day and year can be set independently. 12/10/2015 1. Tap to program the date, Figure 12.9d. Date 12/10/2015 2. Tap the month block to program. 3. Tap to make changes.
  • Page 71: System Information

    880 SERIES 12.12 System Information This menu will display the current information for the spa. From the Settings Menu, tap to highlight the “Information” Menu tab. Tap to enter the selection menu, Figures 12.12a and 12.12b. Information There are no selections that can be made. The menu simply provides information.
  • Page 72: Hot Tub Maintenance

    13.0 Hot Tub Maintenance Proper and regular maintenance of your hot tub will help it retain its beauty and performance. Your authorized Sundance Spas dealer can supply you with all the information, supplies, and accessory products you will need to accomplish this.
  • Page 73 880 SERIES All models include a suction cover filter (#6540-213) located directly under the MicroClean® Ultra filter cartridge assembly that prevents debris from entering the hot tub plumbing when jets pump 1 is running. This filter should be cleaned every 2 months.
  • Page 74: Quick Release Door (Except Maxxus And Aspen Models)

    Tighten filter nut so it just touches the filter face. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN! 5. Turn power to spa back on. Replacement filter cartridges may be purchased from your Sundance Spas dealer. 13.2 Quick Release Door (Except Maxxus ° SENTRY and Aspen Models) SPA CONTROLLER The Quick Release Door provides easy access to the equipment bay and components without having to unscrew the panel.
  • Page 75: Draining And Refilling

    880 SERIES 3. Slowly and gently tilt the panel forward to ° remove. This will expose the equipment bay for easy access to components like the CLEARRAY System and the Quick Drain Valve, Figure C. Place the panel in a safe Figure C location to prevent from damaging it.
  • Page 76: Cleaning The Hot Tub Interior

    (Figure B). Place the panel in a safe ° location to prevent from damaging it. Note: For the Maxxus and Aspen models the front panel must be unscrewed to be removed. 3. Locate the Quick Drain Valve. Unscrew drain valve cap (Figure C). Place the cap Figure B aside.
  • Page 77: Maintaining The Hot Tub Cabinet

    880 SERIES Place both hands on Press inward with Flex pillow lip inward Gently pull outward on pillow with thumbs as thumbs to curl pillow 2-3" to get a good pillow to release mounting shown. lip inward so you can grip on the ends.
  • Page 78: Winterizing

    6. Use only recommended cover lift systems. 7. Use only chemicals and cleaners recommended by Sundance Spas. 8. Remember to keep spa covered when not in use. Maintaining proper water levels assures efficient operation and efficient electrical usage.
  • Page 79: Restarting Your Hot Tub In Cold Weather

    10. Re-install cabinet side panels and cover hot tub so that no moisture can enter into it. Consult your Sundance Spas dealer if you have any questions regarding winter use or winterizing.
  • Page 80: Ph Control

    880 SERIES CAUTION: Never store hot tub chemicals inside the hot tub’s equip- ment bay. The equipment bay may reach elevated temperatures, this is where high voltage electronic devices are located. This area is not intended for storage of any kind. 14.1 pH Control pH is a measure of relative acidity or alkalinity of water and is measured...
  • Page 81: Clearray® Water Purification System

    880 SERIES 14.3 CLEARRAY® Water Purification System Your new hot tub has our water purification system factory installed that will begin disinfecting your water DANGER! TURN POWER OFF! DO NOT instantly. CLEARRAY Water Purification System is LOOK AT LIT BULB. SEVERE EYE DAMAGE OR BLINDNESS CAN OCCUR!
  • Page 82 880 SERIES UV bulb replacement and quartz tube maintenance: Note: Location of CLEARRAY System and connection may vary by model. 1. Turn the breaker to the spa OFF. DRAIN YOUR SPA. Note: If you are only replacing the UV bulb then the spa does not have to be drained.
  • Page 83: Other Additives

    Many other additives are available for your hot tub. 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 Sundance Spas dealer can advise you on the use of these additives. Page 77...
  • Page 84: Handrail Maintenance

    880 SERIES 14.6 Handrail Maintenance The handrails in your Sundance hot tub are manufactured from a high quality 316 stainless steel alloy. Many people are familiar with the term “stainless steel” and are surprised to learn that it does indeed rust and corrode in the presence of chloride salts, free chlorine, or sulfide gasses.
  • Page 85: Troubleshooting - Display Messages

    880 SERIES 15.0 Troubleshooting - Display Messages There are a number of unique functions designed into your Sundance hot tub to protect it from damage and/or to aid in troubleshooting. The indicator light located on the front cabinet panel of the spa is an early detection system that will notify you when the spa needs immediate attention.
  • Page 86 880 SERIES 8. Frozen on Start-up: Flow switch is non-functional. Shorted flow switch on system start-up (system disabled) and freeze condition detected. Contact your authorized dealer or service organization. 9. Cool Warning: Spa water is more than 20°F/-6.67°C cooler than the temperature set point, the circulation pump and heater will automatically activate to provide freeze protection.
  • Page 87 880 SERIES 15. Panel Com Error: The topside controller is having trouble communicating to your spa. Contact your authorized dealer or service organization. 16. Stereo Com Error: The stereo is having trouble communicating to your spa. Contact your authorized dealer or service organization. 17.
  • Page 88: Troubleshooting - Procedures

    2. If nothing appears on the screen: A. Check the household circuit breaker. B. Contact you Sundance Spas dealer or qualified service technician. Pump does not Depress JETS Button. operate and icon...
  • Page 89 3. If “heater on” indicator is lit but no temperature rise is experienced after a reasonable period of time, contact your Sundance Spas dealer or qualified service technician. Should checking the above steps fail to correct the problem, please call your authorized dealer so that he may arrange service.
  • Page 90: Typical Hot Tub Wiring Diagrams A-B (North American 60 Hz Models Only)

    880 SERIES 17.0 Typical Hot Tub Wiring Diagrams A-B (North American 60 Hz Models Only) 2-Pole Circuit Breaker with 2-Wire Grounded Load Connection (3 Wires to Hot Tub, 2-Hot (L1-L2), 1-Ground) 240 VAC Ground/Bonding Lug** White (N) Black (L1) 2-Pole GFCI Red (L2) Breaker...
  • Page 91: North American 60 Hz Electrical Wiring Diagram

    880 SERIES 18.0 North American 60 Hz Electrical Wiring Diagram 18.1 North American 60 Hz Maxxus/Aspen Electrical Wiring Diagram Page 85...
  • Page 92: North American 60 Hz Altamar/Cameo/Capri/Marin/Optima Electrical Wiring Diagram

    880 SERIES 18.2 North American 60 Hz Altamar/Cameo/Capri/Marin/Optima Electrical Wiring Diagram Page 86...
  • Page 93: Dip Switch Settings

    OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF *50A is the factory default setting for 1- and 2-pump models **60A is the factory default setting for 3-pump models 880 Maxxus and Aspen Service Jumper Wiring Wire From 880 1- and 2-pump...

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