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  • Page 2 Attention New Hot Tub Owner! Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sundance Hot Tub! The following is a list of automated functions performed by your hot tub. These functions are listed below in an attempt to suppress any opera- tional concerns you may have during the first 24-hours of ownership! Also listed below are important maintenance recommendations you should observe on a regular basis to protect your new investment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Hot Tub Owner Information ......1 Important Safety Instructions..........2 Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub ........8 General Electrical Safety Instructions ......9 Electrical Installation Instructions (240V Service) ..11 Maxxus Power Requirements .........13 Cameo, Optima, Majesta Power Requirements .....14 Start-Up Instructions ............15 Operating Instructions ............22 View Button ................22...
  • Page 4 11.2 Programming Filter/Heating Cycles ........36 11.3 Programming Circulation Pump Run Time ......37 11.4 Locking Filter/Heating Cycles ..........38 11.5 Main Control Panel Lock ............38 11.6 Temperature Setting Lock ...........38 11.7 Programming The Change Filter Reminder .......39 12.0 Hot Tub Maintenance ............40 12.1 Replacing the Filter Cartridge ..........40 12.2 Draining and Refilling ............42 12.3 Cleaning the Hot Tub Interior ..........43...
  • Page 5: Important Hot Tub Owner Information

    3.0 titled, “Locating Your Sundance Hot tub” (page 8). Sundance Spas constantly strives to offer the finest hot tubs avail- able, therefore, modifications and enhancements may be made which affect the specifications, illustrations and/or instructions contained herein.
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    2.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precau- tions should always be followed, including: 1) WARNINg: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
  • Page 7 8) WARNINg: To Reduce the Risk of Injury: a) The water in a hot tub should never exceed 104 °F (40 °C). Water temperatures between 100 °F (38 °C) and 104 °F (40 °C) are con- sidered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are rec- ommended for young children and when hot tub use exceeds 10 minutes.
  • Page 8 c) At least two lugs marked “Bonding Lugs” are provided on the external surface or on the inside of the supply terminal box/compartment. To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect the local common bonding grid in the area of the hot tub to these terminals with an insulated or bare copper conductor not smaller than No.
  • Page 9 AVERTISSEMENT: POUR EVITER L’EVANOUISSEMENT ET LA NOYADE EVENTUELLE, NE PRENDRE NI DROGUE NI ALCOOL AVANT D’UTILISER LA CUVE DE RELAXATION NI QUAND ON S’Y TROUVE. WARNING: Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a Physician before using a hot tub. AVERTISSEMENT: LES FEMMES ENCEINTES, QUE LEUR GROSSESSE SOIT CONFIRMEE OU NON, DEVRAIENT CONSULTER UN MEDECIN AVANT D’UTILISER LA CUVE DE RELAXATION.
  • Page 10 A warning sign is provided in your warranty packet. Please install it at a location near your spa, where it is visible to the user of the hot tub. For additional or replacement signs please contact your local Sundance Spas dealer and reference item number #6530- 082. Page 6...
  • Page 11 1. Persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pressure, and any condition requiring medical treatment, pregnant women, the elderly, or infants should consult with a physician before using a hot tub. 2. The Consumer Products Safety Commission has stated that the water temperature in a hot tub should not exceed 104°F (40°C).
  • Page 12: Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub

    3.0 Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub IMPORTANT: Because of the combined weight of the hot tub, water and users, it is extremely important that the base upon which the hot tub rests be smooth, flat, level and capable of uniformly supporting this weight, without shifting or settling, for the entire time the hot tub is in place.
  • Page 13: General Electrical Safety Instructions

    If you have any questions regarding the placement or installation of your hot tub, consult your Sundance Dealer. 4.0 general Electrical Safety Instructions Your new Sundance hot tub is equipped with the “state-of-the-art” Sentry equipment system. It contains the most advanced safety and self-protective equipment in the industry.
  • Page 14 Figure-A (Maxxus Equipment Area) SENTRY SPA CONROLLER Sentry Control Box Hot Tub Drain (Removable Power Supply Entrance(s) External Drain Cap) Jets Pump #1 Pump Drain Plug(s) Jets Pump #2 10. Filter/Circulation Pump Jets Pump #3 11. optional Subwoofer Behind Blower Bulkhead (Models with Audio Heater option only.)
  • Page 15: Electrical Installation Instructions (240V Service)

    Figure-C Figure-D Sentry Control Box Terminal Block 240V Wire Connection Red (L2) Black (L1) Green 1. Terminal Block 2. Bonding Lug 3. Receptacle for Optional Ozone Purification System 4. Grounding Terminal 5.0 Electrical Installation Instructions (240V Service) IMPORTANT NOTICE: The electrical wiring of this hot tub must meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and any applicable state or local codes.
  • Page 16 3. To determine the current, voltage and wire size required, refer to section 6.0-7.0 “Power Requirements” (page 13-14) for your specific spa model. • Wire size must be appropriate per NEC and/or local codes. • We recommend type THHN wire. •...
  • Page 17: Maxxus Power Requirements

    6.0 Maxxus Power Requirements Sundance hot tubs are designed to provide optimum performance and flexibility of use when connected to their maximum electrical service. However, they are shipped factory configured for their most common preferred electrical connection as follows: • uS/Canada 60Hz Model: 240VAC/60A •...
  • Page 18: Cameo, Optima, Majesta Power Requirements

    7.0 Cameo, Optima, Majesta Power Requirements Sundance hot tubs are designed to provide optimum performance and flexibility of use when connected to their maximum electrical service. However, they are shipped factory configured for their most common preferred electrical connection as follows: •...
  • Page 19: Start-Up Instructions

    8.0 Start-Up Instructions FoR BEST RESuLTS, READ EACH STEP IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFoRE PRoCEEDING WITH THAT STEP. A. Prepare The Hot Tub For Filling • Clear all debris from the hot tub. (Although the hot tub shell has been polished at the factory, you may want to treat it with a specially formulated hot tub cleaner.
  • Page 20 E. Add Start-Up Chemicals Add the hot tub water chemicals as recommended by your Sundance Dealer. See section titled “WATER QuALITY MAINTENANCE” (page 44) for general guidance. F. Set Hot Tub To Heat To warm hot tub water to a comfortable temperature, follow these steps: •...
  • Page 21 Figure - D (Main Control Panel Functions) Accesses heater/ Scrolls menu through These display temperature Switches between filter cycle program heater/filter cycle setting and increase or decrease standard and econ- programming mode and advances temperature setting and other omy filter modes features.
  • Page 22 Figure - g (Maxxus Spa Features) Select Cycle Mode Display Main Control Panel Filter Requires Periodic Cleaning For Handrails (2 ea.) optimum Performance). Lights (2 ea.) 16. AquaTerrace Waterfall Control Valve Pillows (4 ea.) AquaTerrrace Waterfall Filtration Euro Jets (6 ea.) Return Fluidix Intelli-Jets (7 ea.) 18.
  • Page 23 Figure - H (Optima Spa Features) Select Cycle Mode Display Main Control Panel Filter Requires Periodic Cleaning For Handrails (2 ea.) optimum Performance). Light 16. AquaTerrace Waterfall Control Valve Pillows (4 ea.) AquaTerrace Waterfall Filtration Euro Jets (4 ea.) Return Fluidix Intelli-Jets (8 ea.) 18.
  • Page 24 Figure - I (Cameo Spa Features) Select Cycle Mode Display Control Panel Filter Requires Periodic Cleaning For Handrails (2 ea.) optimum Performance). Light 16. AquaTerrace Waterfall Control Valve Pillows (3 ea.) AquaTerrace Waterfall Filtration Euro Jets (6 ea.) Return Fluidix Intelli-Jets (8 ea.) 18.
  • Page 25 Figure - J (Majesta Spa Features) Control Panel Periodic Cleaning for optimum Perfor- Handrail mance). Light AquaTerrace Waterfall Control Valve Pillows (3 ea.) AquaTerrace Waterfall Filtration Return Euro Jets (4 ea.) Fluidix ST Jets (20 ea.) Fluidix Intelli-Jets (3 ea.) AquaTerrace Waterfall Air Controls (5 ea.) AquaTerrace Waterfall Light Control...
  • Page 26: Operating Instructions

    9.0 Operating Instructions Your Sundance hot tub has a touch-sensitive control panel, massage selector valves and air control knobs located on the top rim of the hot tub (Figures G-J, page 18-21). These controls let you operate many of the special functions of your Sundance hot tub.
  • Page 27: Air Injection

    9.4 Air Injection When the AIR button is pressed, the air blower forces air through the injectors located in the seats and footwell. The bubbles symbol above the button appears on the LCD when- ever the air blower is on. An electronic timer automatically turns the air blower off 20 minutes after it was turned on.
  • Page 28: Selecting The Desired Massage Action

    9.7 Selecting The Desired Massage Action Your Sundance spa is equipped to allow you to cus- tomize the massage action you desire. Each model incorporates a massage selector(s) that allow you to customize the massage and performance by diverting water between various jet systems. Simply turn mas- sage selector to position A (Combo), B, or C to divert water pressure to various jet groups.
  • Page 29: Air Controls

    9.9 Air Controls Each jet system has its own air control. These controls allow you to regulate the amount of air which is mixed with the water entering through the jets. Clockwise rota- tion adds more air and counterclockwise rotation reduces air flow.
  • Page 30: Maxxus Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    9.11 Maxxus Massage / Waterfall Selector Diagram Page 26...
  • Page 31: Maxxus Air Controls Diagram

    9.12 Maxxus Air Controls Diagram Page 27...
  • Page 32: Optima Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    9.13 Optima Massage / Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selectors (1-2): • Massage Selector #1 Controls Pump #1 • Massage Selector #2 Controls Pump #2 Waterfall Selector (2) • Waterfall Selector #3 Controls Waterfall Output. Continously Powered Jets (3): • Jets #4 Are Always on When Pump #1 is Running. •...
  • Page 33: Optima Air Controls Diagram

    9.14 Optima Air Controls Diagram Page 29...
  • Page 34: Cameo Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    9.15 Cameo Massage / Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selectors (1-2): • Massage Selector #1 Controls Pump #1 • Massage Selector #2 Controls Pump #2 Waterfall Selector (3): • Waterfall Selector #3 Controls Waterfall Output. Continuously Powered Jets (4): • Jets #4 Are Always On When Pump #1 is Running. Page 30...
  • Page 35: Cameo Air Controls Diagram

    9.16 Cameo Air Controls Diagram Page 31...
  • Page 36: Majesta Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

    9.17 Majesta Massage / Waterfall Selector Diagram Massage Selector Operation Rotate Massage Selector 1 to Divert Water Between Designate Jet Groups. Massage Selector (1): • Massage Selector #1 Controls Pump #1 Waterfall Selector (2) • Waterfall Selector #2 Controls Waterfall Output. Continously Powered Jets (3): •...
  • Page 37: Majesta Air Controls Diagram

    9.18 Majesta Air Controls Diagram Air Control Operation Rotate Air Controls 1-5 to Add Air to Designated Jet Groups. Page 33...
  • Page 38: Optional Sunsound Tm Audio System

    9.19 Optional SunSound Audio System Sundance models with the optional audio system offer enhanced spa enjoyment by offering an integrated state- of-the-art audio system. These models include a high- quality AM/FM/CD splash-resistant marine stereo receiver, two high-quality marine speakers, and an integrated subwoofer for long- life and an excellent sound quality.
  • Page 39: Selecting Standard Or Economy Filter Mode

    note below). Note: this mode consumes slightly less energy than the standard filtration mode outlined in section 10.1. 10.3 Selecting Standard or Economy Filter Mode Press the MoDE button to select either “Standard” or “Economy” fil- ter mode. The control panel’s indicator on the right side of the LCD changes to indicate which mode is selected.
  • Page 40: Programming Instructions

    11.0 Programming Instructions 11.1 Adjusting Time of Day The Sentry control system remembers the time of day even in the event of a prolonged power outage. However, it may occasionally be neces- sary to reset the time of day. For example: if you are not in the Pacific Time Zone you will want to reset the time for your own time zone.
  • Page 41: Programming Circulation Pump Run Time

    Duration, with each press, the currently programmed duration will be shown in the large four-digit display. Press UP or DOWN button to adjust the duration in increments of 15 minutes. 4. Press DISPLAY button to save changes and recall the main water temperature display.
  • Page 42: Locking Filter/Heating Cycles

    11.4 Locking Filter/Heating Cycles You may keep all filter/heating cycle programs from being inadvertently altered by electronically “locking” them. • To Lock All Filter/Heating Cycles: Press CYCLE button, then within 30 seconds, press DISPLAY, MODE and LOCKED UP buttons within five seconds each. A padlock symbol will appear on the screen.
  • Page 43: Programming The Change Filter Reminder

    each. 11.7 Programming The Change Filter Reminder CHANgE Your new spa is equipped with a programmable FILTER “Change Filter” reminder that appears on the control panel display after a specified number of days. It is designed to remind you to inspect or replace the MicroClean II filter car- tridge on a regular basis but does not affect spa operation in any way.
  • Page 44: Hot Tub Maintenance

    12.0 Hot Tub Maintenance Proper and regular maintenance of your hot tub will help it retain its beauty and performance. Your authorized Sundance Dealer can supply you with all the information, supplies, and accessory products you will need to accomplish this. 12.1 Replacing The Filter Cartridge A programmable “Change Filter”...
  • Page 45 TURN POWER TO HOT TUB OFF! Replace MicroClean II Filter cartridge every 6 months, DO NOT Reuse for any reason! Loosen filter nut (A) to provide clearance, Replace (throw-away) the MicroClean filter cartridge then remove used MicroClean II filter every 6 months, or as needed! DO NOT reuse this cartridge (steps B-C).
  • Page 46: Draining And Refilling

    12.2 Draining And Refilling About every 3 to 6 months, you will want to replace the hot tub’s water. The frequency depends on a number of variables including the amount of use, attention paid to water quality maintenance, etc. You will know it is time for a change when you cannot control sudsing and/or you can no longer get the normal feel or sparkle to the water even though the key water balance measurements are all within the proper parameters.
  • Page 47: Cleaning The Hot Tub Interior

    12.3 Cleaning The Hot Tub Interior To preserve the sheen of your hot tub’s surface, it is crucial that you avoid using abrasive cleaners or cleaners which have adverse chemi- cal effect on the surface. If you are not certain as to the suitability of a particular cleanser, consult your authorized Sundance Dealer.
  • Page 48: Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet

    12.5 Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet The synthetic cabinet requires little or no maintenance of any kind. To clean, simply wipe cabinet with a clean towel and mild detergent soap solution. CAUTION: Never spray cabinet with a high pressure garden hose for any reason since this action may induce an electrical short in the spa’s electrical equipment.
  • Page 49: Restarting Your Hot Tub In Cold Weather

    2. As the water level drops below the seats, use whatever means necessary to get the water out of the recessed seating areas and into the footwell. 3. When the water level ceases to drop, use whatever means available to remove any remaining water from the footwell. 4.
  • Page 50: Ph Control

    CAUTION: Never store hot tub chemicals inside the hot tub’s equipment bay. 13.1 pH Control pH is a measure of relative acidity or alkalinity of water and is mea- sured on a scale of 0 to 14. The midpoint of 7 is said to be neutral, above which is alkaline and below which is acidic.
  • Page 51: Optional Ozone Water Maintenance System

    Your Authorized Sundance Dealer can advise you on the use of these additives. 13.4 Optional Ozone Water Maintenance System If you have elected to have your hot tub equipped with the optional Sundance uV or CD ozone water purification system you will find that your water stays fresh and clear with significantly less chemical sanitizer usage.
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting - Display Messages

    14.0 Troubleshooting - Display Messages There are a number of unique functions designed into your Sundance hot tub to protect it from damage and/or to aid in troubleshooting. Following is a listing of all the possible messages along with their meanings: MESSAGE MEANING...
  • Page 53 Circuit board temperature has exceeded acceptable limit. This message will disappear when the circuit board temperature drops below acceptable limit. If condition persists, provide shade for equipment side of hot tub. FREEZE PRoTECTIoN A potential freeze condition has been detected. No action is required.
  • Page 54: Troubleshooting - Procedures

    15.0 Troubleshooting - Procedures In the unlikely event your hot tub is not working the way you believe it should, please first review all the installation and operating instructions in this manual and check the message on the panel display; second, if you are still not satisfied it is working properly, please follow the appropriate troubleshooting instructions.
  • Page 55 PooR JET ACTIoN 1. Make certain the jets pump is turned on. (see Fig. F-J, page 2. Check position of massage selectors. 18-21) 3. open air control for selected jet system. 4. Check for adequate water level. 5. Check for dirty filter (page 40-41). WATER IS Too HoT 1.
  • Page 56: Optional Sunsound Stereo Receiver Features

    16.0 Optional SunSound Stereo Receiver Features M A R I N E MRD 60 SOURCE LOCAL DISC IN TRACK POWER SCAN TUNE INTRO RANDOM REPEAT DISK BAND MUTE AUDIO AUTO 17 16 15 14 13 Volume up/Down (VoL) 11. Scan Mute 12.
  • Page 57 E. Adjusting Bass Level Press audio button (20) until display reads “BAS.” Rotate volume knob to desired setting. A display of “C o” indicates center, -2 to -12 indicates bass cut, and +2 to +12 indicates bass boost. Note: unit returns to volume mode if volume control is not rotated for 3 seconds.
  • Page 58 D. Open/Close Front Panel Place thumb on front panel release button (7) with forefinger below front overhang. Press firmly on release button, then flip panel open by pulling outward at top edge. To close panel, flip panel up and press firmly until you hear an audible click.
  • Page 59 seconds after either button is released so you can fine tune the station frequency with additional button presses. Note: After 3 seconds, seek mode is re-enabled. H. Scan Functions Select any AM or FM band and press scan button (11) to listen to a few seconds of each radio station.
  • Page 60 Optional SunSound Stereo Receiver CD Player Operation A. Insert, Play, and Eject a CD open the front panel and insert a CD into the slot with the CD label facing up. The CD will be drawn inside by the motorized mechanism. Close the front panel.
  • Page 61 Optional SunSound Stereo Receiver Troubleshooting A. Unit will not turn-on Make sure spa power is turned on, then check both harness fuses on back of unit making sure they are the proper ratings: • Yellow memory B+ line (1A fuse); Red ACC line (10A fuse). •...
  • Page 62 Audio Maximum power output (45 watts x 4 channel) ....180 W Continuous power, 20-20 kHz, 4 ohms, 1% THD....18 x 4 Bass boost/cut .
  • Page 63: Canada 60Hz Maxxus Electrical Wiring Diagram

    17.0 US/Canada 60Hz Maxxus Electrical Wiring Diagram Page 59...
  • Page 64: Canada 60Hz Optima/Cameo/Majesta Electrical Wiring Diagram

    18.0 US/Canada 60Hz Optima, Cameo, Majesta Electrical Wiring Diagram Page 60...
  • Page 65: Export 50Hz Maxxus Electrical Wiring Diagram

    19.0 Export 50Hz Maxxus Electrical Wiring Diagram Page 61...
  • Page 66: Typical Spa Wiring Diagrams

    20.0 Typical Spa Wiring Diagrams A-B (US/Canada 60 Hz Models Only) 2-Pole Circuit Breaker with 2-Wire Grounded Load Connection (3 Wires to Hot Tub, 2-Hot (L1-L2), 1-Ground) 240 VAC White (N) Black (L1) 2-Pole GFCI Red (L2) Breaker Red (L2) Main Black (L1) Service...
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