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  • Page 1 9700 SERIES OWNERS OPERATION GUIDE...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instruction ........... Introduction ............... Features & Functions ............Visual Diagnostic System ..........Electrical Installation ............Electrical Connections 9-10 ............ GFCI Wiring Detail ............Incoming Power Wiring ........... Receptacle Guide ............Heater Installation ............Versi-Heat Considerations ..........

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instruction

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS DANGER To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times. WARNING - RISK OF CHILD DROWNING. Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children.
  • Page 5 Before entering the spa or hot tub, the user should measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer. The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa or hot tub use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning. Persons suffering from obesity or with a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, or diabetes should consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your new purchase. This Equipment or Control System is constructed of the finest materials and assembled under the strictest quality control standards. With proper care and maintenance your system will provide you with many years of reliable performance. The following pages contain information concerning the operation and care of your system.

  • Page 7: Features & Functions

    FEATURES & FUNCTIONS POWER SWITCH Your system may have come equipped with a power switch. This switch will turn power to the internal circuitry & attached components on and off. HEATER ON INDICATOR All systems are equipped with a “Heater On” indicator to let the user know when the heater is actively heating the spa water.

  • Page 8: Visual Diagnostic System

    VISUAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM If your system is equipped the Visual Diagnostic System, the control will do the troubleshooting for you! VDS consists of control mounted indicators and (if equipped) exclusive “Smart Cords”. You will know at a glance if components are being supplied with proper voltage or if an internal fuse has blown.
  • Page 9 VISUAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (Cont.) Restricted flow of water, faulty pump PUMP 2 FUSE - Protects the second or severe weather/electrical storm. pump. Call your local dealer or qualified technician. Restricted flow of water, faulty pump or severe weather/electrical storm. PUMP 3 FUSE - Protects the third Call your local dealer or qualified pump.

  • Page 10: Electrical Installation

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION A qualified and licensed electrician in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC) Article 680, Canadian Electric Code, and with any local codes must accomplish the electrical installation. All connections must be made according to the electrical installation label on the outside of the control box (see page 33).

  • Page 11: Electrical Connections

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS If your system was configured to include a 120VAC power cord, ensure that the proper receptacle has been installed (a dedicated circuit is required). DO NOT under any circumstances modify a 20 Amp plug to fit into a 15 Amp receptacle or use an extension cord.

  • Page 12: Electrical Connections

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTION 2 GFCI Installed in Main Service Panel 20-60AMP HARDWIRED MAIN BREAKER PANEL INLINE SPA DISCONNECT PORTABLE SPA LINE 1 LINE 2 REFER TO GFCI WIRING DETAIL ON PAGE 8 Option 1 shows the power from GFCI breaker installed into main service panel to a service disconnect within line-of-site of the spa.

  • Page 13: Gfci Wiring Detail

    GFCI WIRING DETAIL When a GFCI circuit breaker is used in the installation of your spa, it is important that it has been properly installed. Often this component has been improperly installed causing the breaker to trip the instant the system is turned on. Below is an illustration of a typical GFCI breaker installation.

  • Page 14: Incoming Power Wiring

    INCOMING POWER WIRING OPTION 1 OPTION 2 N to L2 Jumper L1 N GR L1 N GR L2 120-Volt electrical service requires: 240-Volt electrical service requires: Line 1, Neutral and Ground. Line 1, Line 2, Neutral and Ground. (Line 2 to Neutral jumper must be in place for (Line 2 to Neutral jumper must be removed) system to operate properly) CIRCUIT CONVERSION FOR 240V COMPONENTS*...

  • Page 15: Receptacle Guide

    RECEPTACLE GUIDE To make things easy, we have developed our own unique set of color-coded cords & receptacles. Use the chart below when connecting components. RED: Pump 1 / 2-Speed BROWN: Pump 2 / 2-Speed PINK: Pump 1 or 2 / 1-Speed PURPLE: Air Blower / 1-Speed YELLOW:...

  • Page 16: Heater Installation

    HEATER INSTALLATION The "U" Series Fixed Heater and "US" Series Slide Heater systems will arrive from the factory with the heater mounted in the bottom location as pictured in Step 1. The "US" Series Slide Heater can be installed and used in this configuration or you can move the Slide Heater to the back of the control as shown below to align easily with your particular plumbing arrangement.

  • Page 17: Versi-Heat Considerations

    VERSI-HEAT CONSIDERATIONS If your system includes a Versi-Heat remote heater, see illustration below to see which layout best fits your particular installation. The heater can be installed vertical, horizontal or at an angle in the pumps discharge plumbing (providing position DOES NOT allow air pockets to form inside the housing).

  • Page 18: Low-Flow System Configuration

    LOW-FLOW SYSTEM CONFIGURATION The system may come equipped with a “Low-Flow” heater assembly and flow switch. When a flow switch is supplied the connection of the switch to the system is directly to the PCB (Printed Circuit Board). Below are details on where and how to connect the flow switch to the control system.

  • Page 19: Temp. Sensor Installation

    TEMP. SENSOR INSTALLATION Option #1 Preferred Method - DRYWELL: If the existing placement of your temperature sensor does not allow for an accurate temperature reading a drywell may have to be installed in the spa wall. Once a location has been chosen, cut a 1 1/8” hole (cut from inside the spa).

  • Page 20: Spaside Installation

    SPASIDE INSTALLATION HT-2 Controls: A placard has been provided with each control to eliminate problems encountered when the spaside access hole is too large. Use the illustrations and instructions below to install the spaside control provided with your system. PLACARD TAB LOCK ADHESIVE GASKET...

  • Page 21: Starting Up The System

    STARTING UP THE SYSTEM System Startup Procedure: 1) It’s required that you read and familiarize yourself with the provided systems operation manual, before attempting to start the system. 2) Inspect that the electrical equipment cover is secure on the pack, and there are no exposed wires, or incomplete work to be performed.

  • Page 22: Low Level Programming

    LOW LEVEL PROGRAMMING It is possible to change the parameters of the system from the spaside control. All circuit presets have been programmed at the factory. Follow the procedures described below to adjust these settings. PROGRAM MODE ICON PROGRAM KEY UP/DOWN ARROWS Press &...

  • Page 23: Your Spaside Control

    YOUR SPASIDE CONTROL PUMP 2 ICON AIR BLOWER ICON BLOWER/LIST KEY HEATER ON ICON PUMP 2 KEY PROGRAM MODE ICON PUMP 1 ICON LIGHT ON ICON PUMP 1 KEY LIGHT/ENTER KEY PROGRAM KEY LCD WINDOWS AUXILIARY 2 KEY ECONOMY/NORMAL FILTERING ICON AUXILIARY 3 KEY MODE KEY TEMPERATURE SET ICON...
  • Page 24 SPASIDE CONTROL (Cont.) Blower Key: Press this key to turn the Blower on and off. If equipped with a multiple speed blower; press this key once to turn Blower onto High speed, a second press will turn the Blower onto Medium speed, a third press will turn the Blower onto Low speed and a fourth press will turn the Blower off.
  • Page 25 SPASIDE CONTROL - ADDITIONAL FEATURES Inverted Display: The lower display can be inverted for easy viewing inside or outside the spa. Press and hold the Economy key for 2 seconds to toggle between inverted and normal display modes. Panel Lock: It is possible to lock all of the spaside control keys. Press and hold the Pump 1 key for 5 seconds, “LocF”...

  • Page 26: Filter Cycle Programming

    FILTER CYCLE PROGRAMMING To Access & Adjust “Standard Programming”: Press and hold the Program key for approximately 5-seconds. The “Program” icon  will appear. The first parameter is the time setting. The time will appear with the hour flashing  Press the Light/Enter Key to unlock the value for modification.

  • Page 27: Economy Mode Programming

    ECONOMY MODE PROGRAMMING Economy Mode: A user activated feature that can potentially save energy by causing the system to maintain a temperature of 20F below the user programmed set temperature during peak hours or when the spa is not in use. Pressing this key displays the current Economy setting and allows you to adjust energy saving features built-in to your control.

  • Page 28: Error Indication

    ERROR INDICATION To assist the user in identifying problems with the spa, the system will display error messages in the lower window. These messages will be helpful when communicating with your local dealer or qualified technician if a problem should arise. PRESSURE or FLOW SWITCH ACTIVATED - This error will be displayed only when the pump is not activated.

  • Page 29: Operational Considerations

    ERROR INDICATION (Cont.) FREEZE PROTECTION: SMART WINTER MODE, this mode will activate any time the temperature falls below 59BF. This mode will be active for a period of 24-hours. In this mode, if a pump has not been activated in the last 2 hours, the system will automatically turn it on for 1-minute to prevent freezing.
  • Page 30 FILTRATION SYSTEM Please refer to your Spa Manufacturer's owner's manual regarding the operation, maintenance and cleaning of your filtration system. Dirty or clogged filters can cause flow restrictions and you may experience difficulty in reaching and/or maintaining desired heat levels. WINTERIZING When freezing weather and/or power losses are expected, contact your local spa dealer for freeze protection or winterizing recommendations for both the spa and the equipment system.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The following describes situations and possible solutions to common problems you may encounter as a spa owner. NOTHING OPERATES Main Breaker is OFF - Set to On. Sub-Panel Breaker Off - Set to On. Power switch in Off position - Set to On. Component(s) not plugged in - Plug in components.
  • Page 32 WATER LEAKS Spa Overfilled - Adjust water level. Too Many People in the Spa - Adjust water level. Drain-Valve Left Open - Close drain valve. Couplings or Unions Loose - Tighten or contact your local dealer. Pump Seal Leaking - Contact your local dealer. Plumbing Connections Leaking - Contact your local dealer.

  • Page 33: Special Considerations

    SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS If your system is equipped with a pressure switch, the function of the pressure switch is to turn the heater off if the pump stops operating or if there is a restricted water flow (dirty filter, obstruction in the spa plumbing etc.). The pressure switch has been preset at the factory to operate properly with your spas specific plumbing.

  • Page 34: System Data Label

    Code numbers are also shown on the label. Note: This information will be necessary if you should ever have to request warranty or any other type of service. ORDER CODE: CSXXXX Corona, CA 92880 | www.hydroquip.com MODEL: XXXXXXX-XXXXXXX CODE: XXXX-XXXX-XXX VOLTS:...

  • Page 35: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION Hydro-Quip warrants its products to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year (12 months) from the original date of purchase, except as noted below. Products which become defective within the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (at the option of Hydro-Quip) except for damage due to freezing, water chemistry, negligence, abuse, misuse, misapplication, unauthorized modification, improper installation, normal wear and tear or chemical attack.

  • Page 36: Notes

    NOTES Use this section to jot down any information you may need at a later date. Date of Install: Dealer: Contact: Phone: Address: City: State: Zip: Notes:...
  • Page 40 85-0066-A Rev 13 01/15...

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