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LTR20171001, Rev. B
4/18/17

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  • Page 1 LTR20171001, Rev. B 4/18/17...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Changing the UV Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Cal Spas Hot Tub Wi-Fi App . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Maintenance Schedule .

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS . DANGER -- Risk of accidental drowning: DANGER -- Risk of electric shock: Do not allow children to be in or around a spa Install the spa at least 1.5 meters from all metal unless a responsible adult supervises them.

  • Page 4: Save These Instructions

    WARNING: People with infectious diseases should not use a spa or hot tub. WARNING: To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the spa or hot tub. WARNING: Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a spa or hot tub to avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning.

  • Page 5: Preparing For Your New Portable Spa

    Preparing for Your New Portable Spa Pre-Delivery Checklist Most cities and counties require permits for exterior For additional operating and installation information, construction and electrical circuits. In addition, some please see your selling dealer. communities have codes requiring residential barriers Before Delivery such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on property to prevent unsupervised access to the property by...

  • Page 6: Preparing A Good Foundation

    Preparing a Good Foundation Your spa needs a solid and level foundation. The area If you are installing the spa indoors, pay close that it sits on must be able to support the weight attention to the flooring beneath it. Choose flooring of the spa and the occupants who use it.

  • Page 7: 230V / 50 Hz Electrical Installation

    230V / 50 Hz Electrical Installation All 230V spas must be permanently connected RCD protected circuit with no other appliances or (hard wired) to the power supply. These instructions lights sharing the power. describe the only acceptable electrical wiring Use copper wire with THHN insulation. Do not use procedure.

  • Page 8: Control System

    Diagram 1 BROWN BLUE (Hot) (Neutral) BROWN (Hot) BLUE (Neutral) GREEN / YELLOW BROWN BLUE (Ground) (Hot) (Neutral) One 16A RCD GREEN / YELLOW (Ground) Three wires: 1 brown (HOT) 1 blue (NEUTRAL) 1 yellow (GROUND) 601 control system 24090_B F6 0.125A 250V F5 30A (UNFUSED)
  • Page 9 J35 J34 J36 GREEN / YELLOW (Ground) HEATER Diagram 2 BROWN BLUE (Hot) (Neutral) BROWN (Hot) BLUE (Neutral) GREEN / YELLOW (Ground) BROWN BLUE (Hot) (Neutral) GREEN / YELLOW (Ground) One 32A RCD Three wires: 1 brown (HOT) 1 blue (NEUTRAL) 2100 control system 1 yellow (GROUND) F6 30A...
  • Page 10 BLUE (Neutral) BROWN (Hot) GREEN / YELLOW (Ground) J111 Diagram 3 BROWN BLUE BROWN BLUE (Hot) (Neutral) (Hot) (Neutral) BROWN (Hot) BLUE (Neutral) GREEN / YELLOW BROWN BLUE BROWN BLUE (Ground) (Hot) (Neutral) (Hot) (Neutral) GREEN / YELLOW (Ground) Two 16A RCDs 601 control system Six wires: 2 brown (HOT)
  • Page 11 J109 F3 0.125A SLO-BLOW 5.5 kW heater box J111 Diagram 4 BROWN BLUE BROWN BLUE (Hot) (Neutral) (Hot) (Neutral) BROWN (Hot) BLUE (Neutral) GREEN / YELLOW BROWN BLUE BROWN BLUE (Ground) (Hot) (Neutral) (Hot) (Neutral) GREEN / YELLOW (Ground) One 32A RCD 2100 control system (connect to 2100 control system) One 16A RCD...
  • Page 12 Diagram 5 With 3.0 kW heater only One 32A RCD (connect to 2100 control system) One 16A RCD BROWN BLUE BROWN BLUE (connect to 601 control system) (Hot) (Neutral) (Hot) (Neutral) BROWN (Hot) BLUE (Neutral) Six wires: 2 brown (HOT) GREEN / YELLOW 2 blue (NEUTRAL) BROWN...
  • Page 13 Diagram 6 With 3.0 kW heater and 5.5 kW heater One 32A RCD (connect to 2100 control system) Two16A RCDs BROWN BLUE BROWN BLUE BROWN BLUE (connect to 601 control system (Hot) (Neutral) (Hot) (Neutral) (Hot) (Neutral) and 5.5 kW heater) BROWN (Hot) BLUE Nine wires:...

  • Page 14: Filling And Powering Up Your Portable Spa

    Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa 1 . Inspect the spa equipment . Inspect all plumbing connections in the • Make sure unions in the equipment pack are tight. (Be equipment area of your spa. careful not to over-tighten the plumbing fittings.) •...
  • Page 15 3 . Fill the spa . Place a garden hose in the filter canister and fill your Failure to do so may cause air to be trapped in the spa. filtration system and prevent the pumps from operating properly. Always fill the spa through the filter canister. Fill the spa until water level is about six inches from the top.
  • Page 16 5 . Prime the pump . Your spa will perform a self-diagnostic check and go into Priming Mode. The control panel will display either RUN PUMPS PURG AIR --- or Priming Mode, depending on which control panel you have. Do the following: Press the JETS or JETS 1 button once to start the pump in low speed.

  • Page 17: Priming The Pump

    Priming the Pump New spa owners often have difficulty the first time they The pump will not work properly while start their spa and the pump fails to prime. This can be air is trapped in it. Continuing to operate frustrating, but these simple instructions can help you.
  • Page 18 Bleeding Air from the Pump If you have tried priming the pump several times unsuccessfully using the control panel, you can bleed the air from the pump manually. 1. Shut off the power to the spa. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the front panel from the spa and locate the pump.

  • Page 19: Operating Your Spa

    Operating Your Spa TP400 and TP600 Control Panel Operation Primary Navigation and Functions To go through all menus: Navigating and programming the entire menu (1) Press the (2) Then press the structure is done with 2 or 3 buttons on the control Temperature button Light button.
  • Page 20 Jets and Pumps Jet Operation One Pump Systems What is the difference between a 24-hour circulation pump and a two-speed pump? Uses the TP400 control panel Single pump systems are all two-speed pumps. Circulation Pump - A 24-hour circulation pump is an optional, dedicated low power pump just To operate the jets, press the JETS button: for filtration.
  • Page 21 Adjusting the Set Temperature Press the WARM or COOL buttons to adjust the set temperature. Press Once When the temperature stops flashing, the spa will heat to the new set temperature when required. The temperature can be set between 15.5°C and 40°C (60°F and Then 104°F).
  • Page 22 Setting the Heat Mode There are two heat modes: READY Mode and REST Mode. Press Once READY Mode: In order for the spa to heat, a pump needs to circulate water through the heater. The pump that performs this function is known as the Then “heater pump.”...
  • Page 23 Locking the Control The control can be locked to prevent unwanted use or temperature adjustments. You can lock the set temperature or the control panel. Press Once Locking the temperature allows Jets and other features to be used, but the Set Then Temperature and other programmed settings cannot be adjusted.

  • Page 24: Adjusting Filtration

    Adjusting Filtration Main Filtration Press Once Filter cycles are set using a duration. Each setting can be adjusted in 15-minute increments. Filter Cycle 1 and Filter Cycle 2 (if enabled) are set to the same Then duration. Press If Filter Cycle 2 is enabled, Filter 2 will appear in the LCD. If Filter 2 is disabled, Filter 1 will appear.
  • Page 25 Setting Preferences This allows you to set the following preferences for system operation: Press Once • Change the temperature between Fahrenheit and Celsius • Change the clock between 12-hour and 24-hour display Then Press • Turn periodic reminders (like “CLEAN FILTER”) on or off to set Toggle Fº...
  • Page 26 Diagnostic Messages Message Meaning Action Required RUN PMPS PURG AIR Priming Mode Priming Mode lasts 4 minutes, but you can exit it earlier by pressing Each time the spa is powered up, it will any Temp button. The heater is not enter Priming Mode.
  • Page 27 Message Meaning Action Required HTR MAY BE DRY ---- Heater May Be Dry Check for low water level, suction flow WAIT ---- restrictions, closed valves, trapped Possible dry heater, or not enough water air, too many closed jets and pump in the heater to start it.

  • Page 28: Tp800 Control Panel Operation

    TP800 Control Panel Operation The Main Screen Spa Status Setting Your Language Preference When the spa has finished priming, you will see You can set the TP800 control panel to one of six the Main Screen. Important information about spa languages: English, French, Spanish, German, operation can be seen quickly from the Main Screen.
  • Page 29 Messages Menu selections - The three menu choices on the right, Spa, Shortcuts, and Settings, can be selected At the bottom of the screen, messages may appear and the screen will change to show more detailed at various times. Some of these messages must be controls or programming functions.
  • Page 30 Setting Dual Temperature Ranges This system incorporates two temperature range settings with independent Settings set temperatures. The specific range can be selected on the Settings screen Temp Range High and is visible on the Main Screen in the upper right corner of the display. Heat Mode Ready Back...

  • Page 31: Setting Filter Cycles

    Setting Filter Cycles Filter cycles are set using a start time and a duration. Each setting can be adjusted in 15-minute increments. The panel calculates the end time and displays it automatically. Filter cycle 2 is off by default, but can be selected for use if desired. Locking and Unlocking the Control Panel Lock The control can be restricted to prevent unwanted use or temperature...
  • Page 32 Diagnostic Messages Message Meaning ---F - ---C Water temperature is unknown. After the pump has been running for one minute, the temperature will be displayed. Possible freezing condition A potential freeze condition has been detected, or the Aux Freeze Switch has closed.

  • Page 33: Cal Spas Hot Tub Wi-Fi App

    Cal Spas Hot Tub Wi-Fi App The Cal Spas Hot Tub Wi-Fi app can provide you with instant access and control of your spa wherever you connect within the spa’s Wi-Fi range. This optional feature is available for use with any smart device (Android ™...
  • Page 34 Connecting to a Device or Network Direct connection Range: About 20 feet Range limit: Limited to the range of the wi- module HOW TO CONNECT TO IT: Install the app on your phone or device -- see the following section “Installing the app”. Through home network with no internet access Allows one local connection at a time Range:...

  • Page 35: Cloud Service

    Cloud Service Cal Spas Wi-Fi can be used as a point to point remote control to be added to any home network free of charge. Those using the Cloud to access spa control from nearly anywhere in the world via the Internet will enjoy one year Cloud service free of any access charge.

  • Page 36: Electrical Power Efficiency

    Electrical Power Efficiency Adjustable Jets Your new spa comes equipped with an electric heater. Almost all of the jets in your spa are adjustable. Following the directions listed below will ensure the Rotating the face of an adjustable jet to the left most efficient operation: (counter-clockwise) will decrease the amount of NOTE: This method is only for spa usage under two...

  • Page 37: Diverter Knobs

    Diverter Knobs Diverter knobs are the larger knobs located around the top of your spa. They allow you to divert water through jets from one side of the spa to the other, or in most cases from floor jets to wall jets. This is accomplished by rotating the diverter knob to the left (counterclockwise), decreasing the amount of water flow through a section of jets.

  • Page 38: Adjustable Therapy System

    Adjustable Therapy System Pump On / Off Button Pulse Modes Press this button once to turn on the ATS pump. The Gentle & powerful alternating bursts POWER ON light on the control panel will appear. Press this button a second time to turn off the ATS Quick powerful, continuous bursts pump.

  • Page 39: Pure Cure™ Water Sanitizer

    Pure Cure™ Water Sanitizer The Pure Cure™ water sanitizer is an optional water purification system installed at the factory. It eradicates germs in the water that are resistant to chlorine-based chemicals using high intensity UV light. Although the water sanitizer works automatically with your spa, you will still need to test for chlorine or bromine and occasionally replenish it to return the sanitizer level to the baseline.

  • Page 40: Bromine Generator

    Bromine Generator The bromine generator automatically generates and releases free bromine into the spa water. You will still need to test for bromine and occasionally adjust it to return the bromine level to the baseline. Start-up/Operating Instructions Be certain that you start with a clean spa. It should be free of contaminants and other residues that can accumulate on the sides and/or around the jets.

  • Page 41: Generator

    Maintaining the Bromine Level The bromine generator can go up to 12 months before a drain and fill is required, unlike non-equipped spas Maintaining the pH and the alkalinity is part of being that require it every three months. This is because the a spa owner.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting Water Clarity Problems

    Troubleshooting Water Clarity Problems Problem Probable Causes Possible Solutions Cloudy Water • Dirty filter • Clean filter • Excessive oils / organic • Shock spa with sanitizer matter • Add sanitizer • Improper sanitization • Adjust pH and/or alkalinity to recommended •...

  • Page 43: Cleaning And Maintenance Removing And Reseating

    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 44: Draining Your Portable Spa

    Draining Your Portable Spa Your spa should be drained every four to six months for cleaning and maintenance and refilled with fresh tap water. See page 45 for instructions on cleaning the shell, cover, and pillows. See page 12 for instructions on refilling your spa.

  • Page 45: Winterizing (Cold Climate Draining)

    Winterizing (Cold Climate Draining) In many areas of the country, the temperature drops below 32˚F (0°C). We recommend that you always have your spa full of water and running at normal spa temperatures (80˚F to 100˚F, 26.7°C to 37.8°C). This will help reduce the risk of freezing in your spa and your spa’s equipment.

  • Page 46: Spa Cover

    Spa Cover Important! Keep the spa covered when not in use! • Covered spas will use less electricity in maintaining your set temperature. • Covering your spa will protect your spa’s finish from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. • You are required to keep the spa covered to maintain warranty coverage. •...

  • Page 47: 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 48: Changing The Uv Lamp

    Changing the UV Lamp CAUTION: Always turn off power to the spa at the GFCI prior to any maintenance . Note: Periodically you should the check the light on the transformer for the UV light system. The transformer is mounted in the spa equipment area close to the system control box.

  • Page 49: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Each time you refill the spa Follow the section “Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa” on page 12 . 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 50: Using The Entertainment System

    Using the Entertainment System Aquatic AV AQ-DM-5UBT The digital media locker is fully integrated with your Cal Spa. It will accommodate any digital device, such as iPhones, smart phones, and MP3 players, that is Synchronizing (Pairing) the Remote USB or Bluetooth capable. Control with the Media Locker The docking station comes with its own owner’s Before you can use the remote control with the...
  • Page 51 Listening to Devices 5. Once you find the desired media, press PLAY/ PAUSE to make your selection. If your selection is There are three ways to connect your device to the a song, it will begin to play. If you select a playlist, media locker: With the USB connection, Bluetooth artist, album, genre, composer or audio book, the connection, and the auxiliary input.
  • Page 52 Closing and Locking the Door 1. Connect your MP3 device to the 3.5 mm jack input. Always CLOSE LOCK the media locker 2. Secure the device with the anchor straps. door after you place or 3. Close and lock the media locker’s protective door. remove a media device inside it.

  • Page 53: Using The Freedom Sound System

    Using the Freedom Sound System The Freedom Sound System entertainment option contains a Bluetooth-enabled speaker system ™ that is available for certain Cal Spa models. Any Bluetooth-enabled device can be used to play audio through your spa. Before you can use the sound system, you need to pair the Bluetooth module with your device. The Bluetooth module is installed within the spa cabinet.

  • Page 54: Keeping Fit With Your Swim Spa

    Keeping Fit With Your Swim Spa Jetstream Propulsion System Use the control panel to start and stop the Jetstream Propulsion System. The JETS 1 and JETS 2 buttons control the top and bottom jets. Use the air venturi valves to inject air in the water streams. Assembling the Swim Tether The swim tether pole has three pieces and assembles easily.
  • Page 55 Typical configuration for F1222 spa 18” band When attaching the 6” bands with Elastic bands attach rowing bar, place the 56” bands hand grips to the eye pad as hook into the eye pad 25” bands with hand grips shown. as shown.

  • Page 56: Appendix

    Appendix Note: All Cal Spa models use a combination of screw-in and snap-in jet inserts where removable jets are used. Please visit www .quickspaparts .com Replacement Parts to order your replacement parts . Screw-in Jet Inserts Screw-in Jet Inserts Description Used by Description Used by...
  • Page 57 Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Screw-in Jet Inserts Screw-in Jet Inserts Description Used by Description Used by PST 5” Power Storm Wagon Escape ET 2” Cluster Storm Twin Wheel Escape Escape+ Escape+ PLUCS2295161SL PLUCS2295191SL MMP 3”...
  • Page 58 Used by SQN candy cane, 2” neck jet, Used by: SQ3D, 3” directional mini jet Used by: 100% shut-off Escape Halo w/ graphite eyeball Patio Escape+ Candy cane w/clear center Patio+ Platinum PLU29530-111-500 PLU29923-144-000 Fitness SQN halo, 2” neck jet, 100% shut- Used by: SQ3M halo, 3”...
  • Page 59 Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Snap-in SQR Jet Inserts Swim Jet Description Used by River Jet Assembly Black with Stainless Steel Rim 210-5101SCS MM, 7” ultra blaster Used by: PLU210-5101SCS Stainless steel w/ black center Escape Escape+ PLU23570-142-400...

  • Page 60: Water Feature

    Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Rain Jet Pillows Rain Jet PLU23028-292-00 Cascade Pillow No Insert Black ACC01401031 Water Feature Infinity Pillow SQL, SQR dual hydrostream (#25269-404- Ribbed Black 000) - includes jet insert, jet body, gasket and nut ACC01401051 PLU25269-404-000...
  • Page 61 Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Water Diverter Valves Weir Skimmers Weir Skimmer Gate Small Black Diverter Valve 1½” On/ Off ASSY (600-4601) PLU21600284 PLU21100045 Weir Skimmer Gate Large Black Diverter Valve 2” PLU21600294 Black/Titanium PLU21300465 Filters FIL11100208...
  • Page 62 Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Teleweir Skimmers LED Lights Teleweir filter LED mini DCU skimmer 50 sq . ft . controller (510-4601) (P1309) FIL11700006 LIT16100626 2-LED light string LIT16100620 Teleweir mega filter skimmer 75 sq .
  • Page 63 Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Pure Cure™ UV Water Sanitizer Pure Cure complete system (Wonder PP-1) LIT16000380 Germicidal UV lamp (T515) LIT16000381 Rubber O-ring (D24 .5) LIT16000384 Quartz thimble (24 .5X350) LIT16000383 Ballast (UV-3) LIT16000382 Clips LIT16000385...
  • Page 64 Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Covers All spa covers are designed with a tapered height, angling downward from the center to the sides to drive off rain and prevent water from pooling. The covers listed below are filled with either 1.5 lb or 2.0 lb foam. Standard Deluxe 4”...

  • Page 65: Basic Troubleshooting

    Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Basic Troubleshooting The troubleshooting guidance provided here is intended to cover the most common problems a spa owner may encounter. For more in-depth troubleshooting, go to www.calspas.com/troubleshooting. Symptom Possible Solutions Problems starting up Pump won't prime See priming instructions on page 15.
  • Page 66 Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Symptom Possible Solutions Heat problems Spa water does not get hot Spa may be in low temperature range. Set the spa to high temperature range. The filter may be dirty or may need to be replaced. Clean or replace the filter. The water level may be too low.
  • Page 67 Please visit www .quickspaparts .com to order your replacement parts . Symptom Possible Solutions Pump problems Pump runs constantly – will There may be a problem with circuit board. Contact your dealer. not shut off Noisy pump The water level may be too low. Fill the spa with water level at 4 to 6 inches from the top.
  • Page 68 To obtain service in the event of a defect covered by this Limited Warranty, notify your Cal Spa dealer or Cal Spas as soon as possible and use all reasonable means to protect the spa from further damage. Upon proof of purchase, a designated service representative will correct the defect subject to the terms and conditions contained in this Limited Warranty.
  • Page 69 Warranty Limitations This Limited Warranty is void if Cal Spas or its designated representative determines that the spa has been subjected to alteration, neglect, misuse or abuse, or freight damage caused by the common carrier; any repairs have been attempted by anyone other than a designated representative;...
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  • Page 72: Lms Customer Service Department 1462 East Ninth Street Pomona, Ca

    Locating the product serial number The serial number of your Cal Spa is located on a metal plate attached to the lower right front panel of the spa. You will need this number to properly register your spa and activate coverage. Write this information in the space provided below.

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