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Spa Builders AP-4 SYSTEM Owner's Operation Manual

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  • Page 2: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION The spa that you have purchased is one of the very best available, and incorporates features designed to assure long, enjoyable and healthful use if properly operated and maintained. The following instructions are intended to familiarize you with important facts, measures and procedures, which will guide you in the use and necessary care of your spa.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Table of Contents 3. Important Safety Instructions 5. Warnings 6. Surface and Pad Requirements 7. Electrical Requirements 8. Electrical Connections 9. Component Operations 10. Selector Switch 11. Initial Start Up 12. Changing the Filter Cycle 13.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING : PEOPLE WITH INFECTIOUS DISEASES SHOULD NOT USE A SPA OR A HOT TUB. WARNING : TO AVOID INJURY EXERCISE CARE WHEN ENTERING OR EXITING THE SPA OR HOT TUB. WARNING : DO NOT USE A SPA OR A HOT TUB IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING STRENUOUS EXERCISE.
  • Page 5 10. WARNING- Risk of Accidental Drowning - Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents, ensure that children cannot use a spa or hot tub unless they are closely supervised at all times. 11. DANGER - To reduce the risk of drowning from hair and body entrapment, install a suction fitting(s) with a marked flow rate that equals or exceeds the flow rate marked on the equipment assembly.

  • Page 6: Warnings

    WARNINGS • The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in spas and hot tubs. • Persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pressure, or any other serious illness and pregnant women should consult with their physician before using a spa or hot tub.

  • Page 7: Surface And Pad Requirements

    SURFACE AND PAD REQUIREMENTS 1. Your new spa must be placed on a uniformly firm and level surface. The pad foundation recommended is a concrete pad at least 4 inches thick. As an alternative, a pea-gravel foundation pad could be used, but it must be on a firm, level base and it must be contained in a secure wood or concrete restraining border so that the loose gravel can not shift once the spa is in place.

  • Page 8: Electrical Requirements

    ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 220 Volt 50 Amp Service 60 Hz 1 Phase 2 wire- L1, L2 & Ground – Dedicated 220V unit only (3 Wire- L1, L2, Neutral & Ground - Utilizes 220V and 110Vac components) No. 6 AWG supply wire is required No.

  • Page 9: Electrical Connections

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS * NEUTRAL IS NOT REQUIRED ON DEDICATED 220V SYSTEMS * Utilizes 220Vac and 110Vac components 110V/220V control system come pre-wired for 110V operation from the factory. 110/220 CONVERTIBLES To change from 110V to 220V 1. Remove orange jumper running between L2 & Neutral in diagram #3 (this is important.) 2.

  • Page 10: Component Operations

    COMPONENT OPERATIONS THERMOSTAT The thermostat is a highly precise temperature control. The spa’s thermostat is designed to provide you with optimum control of the spa water temperature. The maximum setting is approximately 104°F (40°C) 2% accuracy. As the knob is turned counterclockwise, the temperature will drop in ever increasing proportions.

  • Page 11: Selector Switch

    SELECTOR SWITCH (OPTION #1) “Timed Filtration & Heat” and “Timed Filtration & Automatic Heat” TIMED FILTRATION & AUTOMATIC HEAT The low speed pump, ozonator (optional) and heater will turn on automatically to maintain the current water temperature. The low speed pump and ozonator (optional) will also run during the filter cycle(s) that are set on the time clock.

  • Page 12: Initial Start Up

    START UP PREPARATIONS Before performing the operations in this section, make sure you have read and understood all of the previous instructions set forth in this manual. Make sure the spa has been installed correctly, including electrical wiring connections as specified in the previous section.

  • Page 13: Changing The Filter Cycle

    CHANGING THE FILTER CYCLES FILTRATION Proper filtration is an important key to maintaining the clarity of your spa’s water. The filter system is designed for unsurpassed effectiveness at removing debris and suspensions from the water anytime the water is circulating. SETTING THE TIME CLOCK FOR FILTRATION The time clock operates your spa’s filtration cycles.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: NOTHING WORKS 1. Is unit plugged in? 2. Circuit breaker tripped? 3. GFCI tripped (For models that contain GFCI) 4. High limit is tripped. (push to reset) PROBLEM: SPA WON’T HEAT 1. Turn thermostat up (clockwise) 2. Check water flow (dirty filter) 3.

  • Page 15: Spa Maintenance

    SPA BUILDERS chemicals, which will increase mineral SYSTEMS GROUP does hereby claim content, when added. If the mineral...
  • Page 16 ORGANIC POLYMERS are used in practice to soak the filter cartridge in various forms. These chemicals clear up filter cleaner. The filter cleaner is cloudy or dirty water appearance and specially made to remove accumulation prevent calcium deposits on the inside of oils and other contaminates which spa finish, plumbing and heating will ensure good, sanitary water and...

  • Page 17: Warranty

    AP-Series Electro Mechanical Control Systems 1 Year No Fault Warranty To all original purchasers of its product, Spa Builders Support Group, Inc., d.b.a. Spa Builders Systems Group (SBSG), 1219 South Bon View Avenue, Ontario, California warrants its AP-Series Electro Mechanical Controls free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one year from the date of purchase.

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