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.
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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.
INSTALLATION The Hydro-Quip “Slide” series control offers the ultimate in installation flexibility. The heater can be installed at the bottom, top, back, or remotely up to 60”* away allowing for full coverage of all installation variations. *Requires the purchase of optional heater assembly. If installing with optional “L-shaped”...
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Slide Configurations Cont. Insert the sensor probe(s) under the sensor cover attached to the heater and tighten the wing-nut securely. Ground/Bond the control box directly to the heater using the included #8 solid copper bonding wire. Ground/Bond the heater directly to the control box using the included #8 solid copper bonding wire.
Optional Heaters Remote Heaters: The Remote Heaters are supplied with a 60” cord which allows for versatile installations and locations with multiple angles. BE SURE HEATER IS INSTALLED ON PRESSURE SIDE OF PUMP AND HEATER BOX INSTALLED HORIZONTAL OR PREFERABLY DOWN. HEATER MUST BE BONDED TO THE CONTROL BOX USING A #8 SOLID COPPER BONDING WIRE (NOT INCLUDED).
Electrical 240 Volt: 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.
System Configuration Cont. We have made the conversion process simple and easy. After you have determined the voltage of your components (pump(s), air blower, ozonator etc.), you are now ready to complete the conversion process. Color-Coded Neutral Wire connectors have been provided to easily distinguish the circuit to be converted. By simply moving a Neutral wire from the Neutral side of the conversion terminal block, clearly marked and located inside the control enclosure, to the Line 2 side completes the circuit conversion.
Temp Sensor Mounting Refer to the photos above. When installing the supplied temperature sensor drywell in the wall of the tub, find a location as low as possible and close to a suction fitting. Try to stay away from fittings returning water back to the tub. Drill a 1-3/16” hole from inside the tub (1-2), install the supplied gasket onto the drywell and insert into the hole from inside the tub (3-4), install the fastening nut from outside the tub shell and tighten 1/4 turn past hand tight (5), and install the temperature sensor into the drywell (6).
Equipment Connections LH (Less Heater) Cord Connections: Air Activated Units - Remote Heater Connection Instructions WARNING - Disconnect all power prior to completing the cord installation. While your wiring may differ, you must connect each component as shown below. All existing jumpers and wires must be removed before attempting to connect circuits. Failure to connect wires exactly as shown will cause an electrical malfunction that will result in damage to the control and/or heater.
Wet (Plumbing) Connections The control system can be installed wherever it may be convenient, however, it is supplied with a pressure switch. Therefore, it is only possible to install the heater on the pressure side of the of the plumbing system. (If you find it necessary to install the heater on the suction side of the plumbing system, please contact Hydro-Quip for further information).
System Timer (Setting Filtration) The system timer provides the most efficient and reliable method to filter and heat your spa by activating the low speed of the jet pump during user selectable time periods. Each tripper represents 15 minutes. Setting the Time Carefully rotate the minute hand clockwise until the appropriate time setting is achieved.
Topside Options Used with PS-9003 and PS-9004: High Volume Air Buttons Hole size 1-1/4" Topside (Optional) The optional Spaside Control consists of control buttons for activating the equipment, a thermostat and indicator lights (Deluxe models will include an LED temperature readout). Depending on how your spa is optioned, it will normally have 2 to 4 control buttons.
Topside (Optional) Cont. Used with PS-9003 and PS-9004: Pres-Air-Trol 4-button, 6' cord 3-1/4” x 8-1/2” Len Gordon 3-button, 6' cord 3-1/4” x 8-1/2” Len Gordon Digital 2,3,4-button 6' cord 3-1/4” x 8-1/2” Heater Operation Your control system may have a convertible heater (120 volts; or 240 volts). Refer to the system data label to determine which, if any, convertible options are available to you.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Cord Adapter Kits: Cord Adapter Kits are available which allow you to quickly replace a control system without changing the original cords . These cord adapters allow you to take a 4-pin amp style plug from the component and quickly convert it to the molded lit mini plug for the control system, saving you hours of install time.
OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS CONT. 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. Freeze related damage is not covered by the warranty. Chemical Water Treatment Your dealer is familiar with local water conditions and which chemicals are compatible with and designed specifically for your spa.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CONT. No Low Speed Pump Operation Timer Not Programmed - Set function mode to desired setting and program timer. Overheat Protection Switch Tripped - Press button to reset. Mode Switch Set in Mode 2 - Thermostat needs to be turned up to desired temperature. Pump Not Plugged-In - Plug in the Pump.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CONT. High Heat Temperature Sensor Not in Dry-Well - Place sensor in dry-well. Temperature Set Too High - Adjust Thermostat Setting. High Ambient Temperature - Remove spa cover. GFCI Trips Occasionally Lighting or Electrical storm, Power Surge, Extremely Humid Conditions or Radio Frequency interference - Reset GFCI NOTE: GFCI must be properly grounded or bonded.
Refer to NEC for Breaker Sizing WARRANTY INFORMATION To all original purchasers, HydroQuip, warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase. Hydro-Quip will, at it’s discretion, repair or replace any part which has been found to be defective.
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