Vortex Spas Ikon Owner's Manual page 10

Important General Operating
Instructions
The following operating and maintenance instructions are very important and must be followed carefully. With proper care and
maintenance your spa will provide you with years of satisfaction with minimum effort.
1) The filtration pump should be operated for a
minimum of four (4) hours per day for cleaning
and filtering of the spa water (your spa has been
configured to 4hrs by default). Information on
adjusting filter duration can be found in the
control panel's instruction manual.
2) The length of time required to heat your spa
to the desired water temperature will vary,
depending on the air temperature, season,
and wind velocity. Therefore, this is something
each owner must adjust to their desired liking.
We highly recommend using the hard cover to
minimize heat loss and to protect your spa when
not in use.
3) The replaceable filter cartridges are trouble
free and easy to clean. A routine cleaning is the
best practice. Cartridges should be removed
and hosed down weekly using a water hose
with pressure nozzle. Make sure all pumps are
turned OFF before removing the cartridge(s) for
cleaning. In addition, at least once a month the
cartridges should be removed and soaked in a
filter cartridge cleaning solution for a minimum
30 minutes (or as directed by the cleaning
solution's instructions). After soaking, the
cartridges should be thoroughly rinsed using a
water hose with pressure nozzle. The frequency
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of soaking required varies with amount of spa
use. The more the spa is used the more often the
filters should be cleaned.
4) If your spa is fitted with a Purezone micro filter,
this does not require cleaning. However, this filter
should be replaced at least every 3 - 4 months,
or as required dependant on amount of spa use.
Note: Do not add any Spa Shock chemical to your
spa water if using the Purezone micro filter, only use
spa sanitiser and pH balancers.
5) Keep the spa water level at least 50mm above
the skimmer at all times. Never allow the
water level to drop below the bottom of the
skimmer opening. If the water level is too low,
the skimmer will allow air into the water lines
of the pump, causing it to lose its prime (water
-flow). Running the pump without water flow
will damage the pump seal assembly and could
result in further equipment damage, which will
not be covered by the product warranty.
6) It is your responsibility to regularly check and
maintain the chemical water balance of the spa
pool to ensure it remains within reasonable pH
(acid/alkaline) limits (7.4 - 7.6 pH). Unbalanced
water chemistry greatly accelerates corrosion
and may lead to early product or component
failure. Product or component failures caused as
a result of poor water chemistry maintenance
will NOT be covered by the product warranty.
7) 7. Your spa may be equipped with an ozone or
uv sanitiser and a Purezone micro filter to assist
with water sanitization and filtration, however
your spa water will still require regular treatment
with some form of chemical spa sanitiser.
Consult your local spa dealer for advice on
regular water testing and treatment procedures.
8) 8. You should empty and clean your spa at least
every 3-4 months. Performing a pipe and jet
degrease before draining is recommended. Drain
the spa water and use a liquid cleanser free of
abrasives to clean your spa. Fill with regular tap
water and chemically treat the water before use,
for a clean and healthy spa.
Caution:
Cover must be kept on spa at all times
spa shell is empty, direct exposure to sunlight can
damage plastic parts and interior surface, jets, or any
other interior components. Damage resulting from
the above will not be covered under warranty.