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  • Page 1 ARCTIC ESSENTIALS OWNERS MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Safety Information / Warnings Introduction Overview Keypad Installation Electrical Wiring Heater Connections Power-up & breaker setting 11-12 Keypad Overview 13-16 Error Codes 16-21 Troubleshooting 22-32 Water Maintenance 33-37 Specifications 38-40 Warranty 40-41...
  • Page 3 Important Safety Instructions: READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions 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 4 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual b) Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit hot tub water temperatures to 100ºF (38ºC). If pregnant, please consult your physician before using a hot tub. c) The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during hot tub use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.
  • Page 5 AVERTISSEMENT: Avant d’utiliser une cuve de relaxation mesurer la température de l’eau à l’aide d’un ther momètre précis. WARNING: Do not use a hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise. AVERTISSEMENT: Ne pas utiliser une cuve de relaxation immédiatement après un exercice fatigant. WARNING: Prolonged immersion in a hot tub may be injurious to your health.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Arctic Essentials Owners Manual ntroduction e ie ate e t e pa t i i you cont ol y tem The Series offers the kind of simplicity that makes for a genuine top-of-its-class product. It is the natural choice for anyone who wants an easy-to-understand multi-application solution.
  • Page 7: Overview

    in.ye overview Industry-standard AMP connectors for outputs Watertight strain relief system Main power Enough outputs for all entry connection your spa needs Ground input Light outputs connection (1 direct, 1 switched) (European Main keypad connector version shown) Communications link Access to heater connections heatwav heater with inflo...
  • Page 8: Keypad Installation

    Series Tech oo Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Keypad installation See the techbook for your specific keypad model for installation details and drilling template. Connecting the main keypad to the spa pack To connect the keypad, remove the cover, then insert the in.link connector into the appropriate keypad connector (as illustrated).
  • Page 9: Electrical Wiring

    Series connections Electrical wiring for orth American models Warning For units for use in other than single-family dwellings, a clearly labeled emergency switch shall be provided as part of the installation. The switch shall be readily accessible to the occupants and shall be installed at least 5 (1.52 m) away, adjacent to, and within sight of the unit.
  • Page 10 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Electrical wiring: orth American model Refer to wiring diagram in the enclosure box lid for more information. For 240 (4 wires) For 120 ( wires) Correct wiring of the *If connected to a electrical service box, 3 wire system, no 240 accessory wire must be moved.
  • Page 11: Heater Connections

    Heater connections Live Return Ground Regulation probe in.flo heat.wav heater The heat.wav heater is factory configured for All Series systems come with a high performance 240 / 4 kW, but it can be converted to a dedicated heat.wav heater. With no pressure switch, it features 120 / 1 kW by simply adding a cable connection in.flo integrated dry-fire protection.
  • Page 12: Power Up Breaker Setting

    Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Power up breaker setting MPORTA T Read before starting Turn off the breaker. Make sure all accessories are linked to the bonding connector and connected to pack. A minimum flow rate of 18 PM is required. Make sure that all valves are open in the spa plumbing and that you have good water flow circulation from the primary pump into the heater.
  • Page 13 High voltage accessory connections Two options are available with Series spa packs for connecting high voltage accessories: 0.250” quick-connect terminals, or AMP pins and housings. in.ye These tabs require high-voltage accessories to have straight, non-insulated, female quick-connect terminals for all connections, including ground.
  • Page 14: Keypad Overview

    Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Quick Reference Card Please consult your spa user manual for complete info on the features of your spa system. Keypad Overview in.k300™ Compact full-function keypad The Quick Reference Card provides an overview of your spa’s main functions and the operations accessible from your digital keypad.
  • Page 15 Indicator lights Down Indicator lights Up / Down Spa Functions Off Mode Pump 1 Pump 2 key Light key Up/Down keys Pressing Pump 1 for 5 seconds Press Pump 1 key to turn Not available on all models Press Light key to turn light Use Up or Down key to set will enable the Off mode.
  • Page 16: Error Codes

    operation. Press Pump 1 NOT the current or Pump 2 (if available) to water temperature! restart the system before the Arctic Essentials Owners Manual expiration of the 30 minute delay. When the system resumes its normal operation, the display shows “On“ for 3 seconds.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Water temperature regulation Smart Winter Mode In a regulation cycle, the system first Our Smart Winter Mode protects your generates water flow through the heater system from the cold by turning pumps on housing and the plumbing, in order several times a day to prevent water from to ensure accurate water temperature freezing in pipes.
  • Page 18 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Hr error message / flow chart step by step An internal hardware error has been detected Step by Step Restart the Replace spa pack spa pack, and start if problem stop all persists. outputs. Restart the spa pack and start stop all pumps and blower.
  • Page 19 HL error message / flow chart step by step The system has shut down because the temperature at the heater has reached 119°F (48°C). Flow chart Remove spa cover Wait until spa cools (even during the night) down (add cold water if needed).
  • Page 20 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Live Return Ground f weather is very hot: f hot weather is not a To shorten filter cycle factor: duration: 1. Remove spa cover 2. Lower Set Point 3. With a voltmeter, read . Press and hold the Light (even during the night).
  • Page 21 UPL error message / flow chart step by step The system did not detect any water flow while the primary pump was running. Follow the troubleshooting flow chart below to identify the problem: Make sure that the low-level programming has been properly set, with or without circulation pump (depending on your system configuration).
  • Page 22 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual OH error message / flow chart step by step Water temp. in the spa has reached 108°F Step by Step Flow chart Remove spa cover Replace Add cold and let water and spa pack, system cool if problem lower filter down, until...
  • Page 23 Troubleshooting Pump 1 doesn t work / flow chart step by step f Pump 1 is not working, follow this troubleshooting flow chart: Flow chart efer to speci c Check section indicated Measure wiring and b error message. voltage on plugs.
  • Page 24 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Pump 1 low speed fuse (F2)* Pin 1 Pin 2 Pump 1 high speed fuse (F1) If Pump 1 does not Turn Pump 1 to high Turn Pump 1 to low If voltage is as it should work in either speed, speed and take voltage speed and take voltage...
  • Page 25 Pump 2 or blower doesn t work / flow chart step by step f Pump 2 or blower is not working, follow this troubleshooting flow chart: Replace efer to speci c Pump 2 or section indicated blower. b error message. Measure Check voltage on...
  • Page 26 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Pin 1 Pin 2 Pump 2 fuse (F3) If Pump 2 does not Turn Pump 2 to high Turn Pump 2 to low If voltage is as it should work in either speed, speed and take voltage speed and take voltage be, replace Pump 2.
  • Page 27 Circulation pump doesn t work / flow chart step by step f circulation pump is not working, follow this troubleshooting flow chart: Flow chart Replace Cir. Pump. Check wiring and plugs. Do ou read Replace if for a needed. erify if low-level ir.
  • Page 28 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual / flow chart step by step O onator doesn t work f the o onator is not working, follow this troubleshooting flow chart: Ozonator output will be shut down when Pump 1, Pump 2 or blower have been turned on manually. Flow chart Replace ozonator...
  • Page 29 othing seems to work / flow chart step by step f nothing seems to work, turn off the main breaker and visually inspect power input cable, gently pulling on it to make sure is properly tightened. Turn the main breaker back on and follow this troubleshooting flow chart: Flow chart For orth American systems Replace spa pack...
  • Page 30 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual othing seems to work (European version)/ flow chart f nothing seems to work, turn off the main breaker and visually inspect power input cable, gently pulling on it to make sure is properly tightened. Turn the main breaker back on and follow this troubleshooting flow chart: Flow chart For European systems Replace spa pack...
  • Page 31 Step by Step othing seems to work erify that all screws are properly tightened on the terminal block. Turn power off and make sure that all cables hold firmly in the terminal block if you pull on them. Once done, turn power back on.
  • Page 32 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Spa not heating / flow chart step by step f spa is not heating, follow this troubleshooting flow chart: Replace heater. Flow chart Check wiring and plugs. Replace if Refer to specific needed. error message section. re there an error re heater...
  • Page 33 Keypad doesn t seem to work step by step If a keypad doesn’t work: erify keypad connections and try spare keypad. Replace keypad if problem is corrected. Replace pack if problem is not corrected. eypad connector Keypad connector FC trips mportant connections: eutral of...
  • Page 34 Methods For Testing The Spa Water Accurate water testing and analysis are an important part of effectively maintaining your spa water. To follow the Arctic Spas ® recommended program, you must have the ability to test for: • Total Alkalinity (TA) •...
  • Page 35 • Rinse the test cells before and after each use. • Do not dispose of test samples into the spa water. • When adding drops of chemicals from the kit (the reagents) into the test block, hold the bottle vertically and add the drops slowly to be sure the correct quantity is used. •...
  • Page 36 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual circulation of water can cause the erosion of metals from spa equipment which can present possible scaling and staining problems in your spa. Cases of source water with high minerals (such as some well water): ® 1.
  • Page 37 ® If the pH is too high, it can be decreased by adding Arctic Pure Adjust Down to the spa water. 5. It is important to check the pH on a regular basis. The pH will be affected by the bather load, the addition of new water, the addition of various chemicals, and the type of sanitizer used.
  • Page 38 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual Start-up: 1. Add pucks to floating dispenser and open to setting 4. 2. Add 7 tablespoons (100 grams) of Arctic Pure ® Refresh per 1500 litres (396 gallons) of water. 3. Add 1 tablespoon (14 grams) of Arctic Pure ®...
  • Page 39 Specifications Environmental ratings: Operating temperature: 32 F (0°C) to 13 F (58 C) Storage temperature: -13°F (-25°C) to 185°F (85°C) Humidity: Up to 85 RH, non condensing Px level of waterproofing Mechanical: in. e Weight: Up to 9. lbs (4.4 kg) Dimensions (W x H x D): 19.598"...
  • Page 40 Arctic Essentials Owners Manual De ice oltage aximum current orth American Models Pump 1 (2-spd) 120 or 240 15 FLA/ 0 LRA (inrush) Pump 2 (2-spd) 120 or 240 15 FLA/ 0 LRA (inrush) De ice oltage aximum current Pump 3 (2-spd) 120 or 240 15 FLA/ 0 LRA (inrush) Pump 1 (2-spd) 120 or 240...
  • Page 41 Upgraded Mylovac Cover ~ 3 years Total of pump 1-low, O3 and Di1 must not exceed 20 FLA Arctic Spas® warrants the spa shell to the customer against water Arctic Spas® warrants the upgraded MYLOVAC™ cover against Total of P3, CP, and Di2 must not exceed 20 FLA loss due to structural failure for a period of 7 years.
  • Page 42 Arctic spas dealer and originally installed within the boundar- DISCLAIMERS Arctic Spas® will not be liable for loss of use of the spa or other incidental or conse- ies of the country where it was originally purchased. All warranties hereunder terminate quential costs, expenses or damages that may include but not limited to, the removal upon transfer of ownership of a spa from the original customer.
  • Page 44 engi n eere d fo r t h e wo r l d ’s ha rs hes t cl imates ®. .. ( w h e re ve r you h ap p e n to li ve) # 1 7908...

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