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- Page 1 O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l...
- Page 2 The Serial Number/Identification label is located within the equipment compartment of your Hot Spot Spa. The serial number should also be documented on the delivery receipt from your dealer. IMPORTANT: Watkins Manufacturing Corporation reserves the right to change specifications, colors, surface materials or design without notification and without incurring any obligation.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Start-up and Refill Procedures ...11 Heating and Hydromassage Systems ...12 Safety Equipment...13 Spa Control Panel ...14 Locking Features ...15 JET MENUS La Palma (Model LAP) ...16 Mallorca (Model MAL) ...17 Sorrento (Model SOR) ...18 Trindad (Model TRI...19 Table of Contents Table of Contents WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE General Information ...20... -
Page 4: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AVOIDING THE RISK TO CHILDREN WARNING: • RISK OF CHILD DROWNING. Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents, ensure that children cannot use a spa unless they are supervised at all times. •... - Page 5 DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK • Install at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from all metal surfaces. A spa may be installed within 5 feet of a metal surface if each metal surface is permanently connected by a minimum No. 10 AWG (6mm box that is provided for this purpose if in accordance with National Electrical Code ANSI/NMFPA70-1993.
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Page 6: Important Spa Instructions
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY: • The water in the spa should never exceed 104°F (40°C) . Water temperatures between 100°F (38°C) and 104°F (40°C ) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are recommended for extended use (exceeding ten minutes) and for young children. Extended use can cause hyperthermia. -
Page 7: Outdoor Installation And Patio Installation
WARNING: Damage to the spa’s equipment compartment components or internal plumbing as a result of rodent infestation is NOT covered under your warranty! OUTDOOR AND PATIO INSTALLATION No matter where you install your new spa, it’s important that you have a solid foundation to support it. Structural damage to the spa, resulting from incorrect installation or placement on an inadequate foundation, is not covered under the spa’s limited warranty. -
Page 8: Spa Cover Installation
SPA COVER INSTALLATION • Place the cover squarely on the spa. • Position the tie-down locks included with your cover on the side of the spa so that they are easily reached by the cover tie-down straps. Allow for about 1/2” to 3/4” slack in the straps to make it easy to insert straps into locks and to compensate for vinyl shrinkage in cold weather. •... -
Page 9: 230 Volt Subpanel Wiring Instructions
230 Volt Converted ® Sorrento & ® Trinidad Jumper Configuration 230 VAC PERMANENTLY CONNECTED SPA 230 Volt ® Mallorca & La Palma Spa Model Jumper Configuration 230 VOLT SUBPANEL WIRING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: The subpanel must be placed within 100 feet of the main electrical service panel, and between 5 (1.5 m) and 50 feet (15 m) away from the spa. - Page 10 LA PALMA (MODEL LAP) ... . . HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: HEIGHT (without cover): ....38” (97 cm.) EFFECTIVE FILTER AREA: .
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Page 11: Spa Specifications & Illustration
SPA SPECIFICATIONS & ILLUSTRATION MALLORCA ® (MODEL MAL) ... . . HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: 84” (213 cm.) square HEIGHT (without cover): ....36” (91 cm.) EFFECTIVE FILTER AREA: . -
Page 12: Sorrento ® (Model Sor)
SORRENTO ® (MODEL SOR) ... . . HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: HEIGHT (without cover): ....36” (91 cm.) EFFECTIVE FILTER AREA: . -
Page 13: Trinidad ® (Model Tri)
® TRINIDAD (MODEL TRI) ... . . HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: 80” x 70” (203 cm. x 178 cm.) HEIGHT (without cover): ....34” (86 cm.) EFFECTIVE FILTER AREA: . -
Page 14: Operating Instructions
The water level of your Hot Spot spa should be maintained at a level one inch above the highest jet in the spa. Reinstall the skimmer basket, weir, and filter once the spa is filled. IMPORTANT: Watkins Manufacturing Corporation does not recommend that the spa be filled with “softened” water, as this may damage the spa’s equipment. -
Page 15: Heating And Hydromassage Systems
HEATING AND HYDROMASSAGE SYSTEMS The Hot Spot Spa uses a two-speed jet pump to operate its hydromassage jets and to circulate the spa water through the heating system (the ® Mallorca & La Palma are also equipped with a single speed jet pump used for jets only). The low speed mode of the pump, which is activated ®... -
Page 16: Safety Equipment
5 milliamps of electrical current leakage to ground. It is very important to protect a GFCI from rain and other moisture. Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends that the GFCI be tested before each use to ensure it is functioning correctly. -
Page 17: Filter Cycles
La Palma & Mallorca ® Spas only: 1st press: Two-speed jet pump runs on low speed 2nd press: Two-speed jet pump runs on high speed 3rd press: One and Two-speed jet pumps run on high speed 4th press: One-speed jet pump runs on high speed 5th press: Both jet pumps are off. -
Page 18: Stereo Control Panel Mode Button
READY SLEEP MODE The Sleep Mode operation is a feature that minimizes pump operation during quiet evening hours. For example, if READY READY Filter Cycle 1 (F1) is set to activate at 8:00 a.m., by default, Filter Cycle 2 (F2) will activate at 8:00 p.m. (12 hours later). During 8:00 p.m. -
Page 19: Jet Menus
• 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on left front wall. • 4 Directional PrecisionJets on left front wall. • 1 Water Feature (MODEL LAP) JET SYSTEM MENU JET PUMP 1 JET SYSTEM 2 • 6 Directional Precision Jets on front left wall. - Page 20 MALLORCA Jet Menu ® (MODEL MAL) JET SYSTEM MENU Page 17 JET PUMP 1 • 8 Directional Precision Jets on back ® left wall. • 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on back wall. • 4 Directional Precision Jets on back right wall. •...
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Page 21: Sorrento (Model Sor)
SORRENTO ® (MODEL SOR) JET SYSTEM MENU Page 18 JET SYSTEM 1 • 2 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on right back wall. • 8 Directional Precision Jets on back ® right wall. JET SYSTEM 2 • 2 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on left back wall. - Page 22 TRINIDAD Jet Menu ® (MODEL TRI) JET SYSTEM MENU JET SYSTEM • 6 Directional Precision Jets on back left wall. ® • 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet and 2 Directional Precision Jets on back wall. • 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on back right wall •...
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Page 23: Water Quality And Maintenance
Watkins recommends that you either use an entirely chlorine-based system, or an alternative system which uses silver ions (the FreshWater silver ion purifier). Watkins recommends the use of Hot Spring... -
Page 24: Hot Spot ® Spa Water Maintenance Program
FILLING THE SPA WITH WATER A. To prevent contaminants from entering the spa, Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends using the FreshStart filling the spa with water. Always fill the spa through the filter compartment. -
Page 25: Balancing The Ph
• Brominating Concentrate (one step granular bromine) WARNING: DO NOT use tri-chlor chlorine, bromo-chloro-dimethyl-hydantoin (BCDMH), or any type of compressed bromine or chlorine, acid, or any type of sanitizer which is not recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation. Page 22 Water Quality and Maintenance... -
Page 26: Spa Frog Water Care System
WATER MAINTENANCE QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Ideal Range (ppm) Steps Minimum 1 Total Alkalinity 2 Calcium Hardness 3 pH 4 Sanitizer SPA FROG WATER CARE SYSTEM The SPA FROG WaterCare system is comprised of the following products: • T T h h e e S S P P A A F F R R O O G G m m i i n n e e r r a a l l c c a a r r t t r r i i d d g g e e that introduces minerals into the spa water, inhibiting bacteria growth. When combined with MPS it oxidizes particulates in the spa water. -
Page 27: Hot Spot Water Treatment Guide
HOT SPOT WATER TREATMENT GUIDE At spa start-up or refill Prior to each use (Test before adding any chemicals; do not add any chemicals if proper or higher levels are found.) Once a week Every four months As needed (If water is hazy, cloudy or has an odor) *MPS is an oxidizer, not a sanitizer. -
Page 28: Super Chlorination
WILL cause damage to your spa. Use of a liquid, or any type of compressed bromine or chlorine, acid, or any type of sanitizer which is not recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation WILL damage your spa and is specifically not covered under the terms of the limited warranty. -
Page 29: Ozone
(OPTIONAL) The FreshWater III high output ozone system is the Watkins recommended ozone purification system for your spa. The FreshWater III ozone ® system utilizes Corona Discharge (CD) technology to produce a higher concentration of ozone than is produced by competing ultraviolet light (UV) ozone systems. -
Page 30: Common Water Chemistry Questions
Answer: The chemical levels and water quality of the water in the spa are under your direct control. With proper basic care, the spa will provide many years of hot water relaxation. If you are unsure about any chemical or its usage in the spa, contact your Authorized Dealer or Watkins Manufacturing Corporation. -
Page 31: Water Terminology
Unlike bromamines, chloramines are weaker, slower sanitizers. Chlorine: An efficient sanitizing chemical for spas. Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends the use of sodium dichlor-type granulated chlorine. This type is preferred because it is totally soluble and nearly pH neutral. -
Page 32: Care Of The Spa Pillows
FILTER CARTRIDGE REMOVAL AND CLEANING FOR MALLORCA Turn the spa OFF or turn the power to the spa OFF, then proceed as follows: 1. Push down slightly and turn filter basket counterclockwise to unlock, then pull the basket and weir out. 2. -
Page 33: Care Of The Exterior
Stains and dirt generally will not adhere to your spa’s surface. A soft rag or a nylon scrubber should ® easily remove most dirt. Most household chemicals are harmful to your spa’s shell. Watkins Manufacturing Corp. recommends Soft Scrub Windex . -
Page 34: Draining Your Spa
IMPORTANT: The following steps should protect your spa from freezing damage provided these instructions are followed exactly. For maximum protection against freeze damage to your spa, Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends contacting your local Hot Spot schedule an in-home Propylene glycol (anti-freeze) Winterizing Service plan. -
Page 35: Service Information
Misuse and abuse shall include any operation of the spa other than in accordance with Watkins Manufacturing Corporation printed instructions, or use of the spa in an application for which it is not designed; specifically: use of the spa in a non-residential application;... -
Page 36: Disclaimers
These are considered abuses and may invalidate this warranty. *Operation of the spa DOES NOT mean “use” of the spa! Watkins Manufacturing Corporation does not recommend using the spa if the water temperature is above or below the spa’s control panel temperature range. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Watkins Manufacturing Corporation strives to provide the most trouble-free spas on the market. Should you experience any problem whatsoever, do not hesitate to contact your authorized Hot Spot sources of trouble yourself, if you choose to do so. GENERAL OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE... - Page 38 NOTES...
- Page 39 ® TRINIDAD (MODEL TRI) ©2008 Watkins Manufacturing Corporation. Hot Spot, Precision, La Palma, Mallorca, Sorrento, Trinidad, No-Fault, FreshStart, FreshWater, FreshWater , EverFresh, Splendors and The Home Relaxation Specialists are trademarks of Watkins Manufacturing Corporation. Baqua Spa is a trademark of Arch UK Biocides Limited. Windex is a trademark of S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. Soft Scrub is a trademark of The Clorox Company.
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