Jacuzzi J-300 J-315 Owner's Manual

Jacuzzi J-300 J-315 Owner's Manual

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J - 3 0 0 ™ C o l l e c t i o n
J - 315
J - 325
J - 335
J - 345
J - 355
J - 365
J - 375
2530-398w rev. B

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  • Page 1 owner’s manual J - 3 0 0 ™ C o l l e c t i o n J - 315 J - 325 J - 335 J - 345 J - 355 J - 365 J - 375 2530-398w rev. B...
  • Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jacuzzi is a list of automated functions performed by your spa. These functions are listed below in an attempt to alleviate any operational 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 Spa Owner Information...1 FCC Notice ...1 Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners ...2 Entrapment Risk ... 6 Hyperthermia ... 7 Important Additional CSA Safety Instructions (Canada Only) ... 8 General Electrical Safety Instructions ... 8 Choosing A Location ...9 Outdoor Location ...
  • Page 4 J-300 12.6 Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet ... 35 12.7 Winterizing ... 35 12.8 Restarting Your Spa in Cold Weather ... 36 13.0 Water Quality Maintenance ...36 13.1 pH Control... 37 13.2 Sanitizing ... 37 13.3 CD Ozone Water Maintenance System ... 38 14.0 Error Conditions/Error Messages ...38 14.1 Summer Logic...
  • Page 5: Important Spa Owner Information

    Jacuzzi premium insulating cover in place at all times when the spa is not in use. Read and carefully follow the requirements for your spa’s support base found in Section 4.0 titled,...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions For All Spa Owners

    J-300 Important safety Instructions for all spa owners reaD anD Follow all InsTruCTIons CareFullY! This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specifications outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act” (VGB Safety Act). When installing and using this spa, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including: DanGer: •...
  • Page 7 unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of the unit. • Never permit any electrical appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio, television, etc. within 5 feet (1.5m) of a spa unless such appliances are built-in by the manufacturer.
  • Page 8 J-300 • Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, diabetes, infectious diseases or immune deficiency syndromes should consult a physician before using a spa. • If you experience breathing difficulties in association with using or operating your spa, discontinue use and consult your physician.
  • Page 9 10. CauTIon: To DeCrease rIsK oF proDuCT DamaGe. • Maintain water chemistry in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. • Proper chemical maintenance of spa water is necessary to maintain safe water and prevent possible damage to spa components. 11. noTe: This spa is not intended nor designed to be used in a commercial or public application.
  • Page 10: Entrapment Risk

    J-300 entrapment risk The Consumer Products Safety Commission/USA has reported that users of pools and spas have become entrapped (stuck) to drain and/or suction fittings causing death, drowning, or serious injury (see diagram below). This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specifica- tions outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act”...
  • Page 11: Hyperthermia

    For additional or replacement Warning Signs please contact your local Jacuzzi dealer and reference item number #6530-082. rIsK oF severe InJurY or DrownInG! rIsK oF severe InJurY or DrownInG! rIsK oF severe InJurY or DrownInG! to exit spa;...
  • Page 12: Important Additional Csa Safety Instructions (Canada Only)

    No. 6 AWG (10 mm 5. save THese InsTruCTIons. General electrical safety Instructions Your new Jacuzzi spa is equipped with a “state-of-the-art” equipment system. It contains the most advanced safety and self-protective equipment in the industry. Nonetheless, this spa must be installed properly to ensure dependable usage.
  • Page 13: Choosing A Location

    Choosing a location ImporTanT: Because of the combined weight of the spa, water and users, it is extremely important that the base upon which the spa rests be smooth, flat, level and capable of uniformly supporting this weight, without shifting or settling, for the entire time the spa is in place. If the spa is placed on a surface which does not meet these requirements, damage to the skirt and/or the spa shell may result.
  • Page 14: Outdoor Location

    J-300 outdoor location In selecting the ideal outdoor location for your spa, we suggest that you take into consideration: • The proximity to changing area and shelter (especially in colder weather). • The pathway to and from your spa (this should be free of debris so that dirt and leaves are not easily tracked into the spa).
  • Page 15 • proper ventilation: an engineer or authority competent enough to understand the necessary provisions needed to vent moist or heated air and air associated with chemical odors outdoors. When the spa is in use considerable amounts of moisture will escape, potentially causing mold and mildew over time which can damage certain surfaces and/ or surroundings.
  • Page 16: General Electrical Safety Instructions

    Please contact your dealer or local building department should you have any questions regarding your installation. Proper grounding is extremely important. Jacuzzi spas are equipped with a current collector system. A pressure wire connector is provided on the...
  • Page 17 north american J-335, J-345, J-355, J-365 and J-375 Models (60 hz) Circuit Breaker (2-Pole): Number of Wires: Frequency: Current Draw: In 40A configuration, the heater will not operate while either jets pump is running in high speed. Note: pump 2 runs only in high speed.
  • Page 18 J-300 export J-335, J-345, J-355, J-365 and J-375 Models (50 hz) Circuit Breaker: Number of Wires: Frequency: Current Draw: In 20A configuration, the heater will not operate while either jets pump is running in high speed. This is the factory setting. Note: pump 2 runs only in high speed.
  • Page 19: Electrical Wiring Instructions

    electrical wiring Instructions ImporTanT noTICe: The electrical wiring of this spa must meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code/USA (NEC) and any applicable state or local codes. The electrical circuit must be installed by a qualified electrician and approved by a local building/ electrical inspection authority.
  • Page 20 J-300 ANSI/NFPA 70. The disconnecting means must be readily accessible to the spa’s occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5m) from spa water. 7. The electrical circuit supplied for the spa must include a suitable ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) as required by NEC/USA Article 680-42.
  • Page 21 1. Terminal Block 2. Bonding Lug 3. Grounding Terminal Figure-C north american Convertible models: 120 VAC, 3-Wire Connection 60 Hz Caution (For 4-wire 240 vaC Heater operation): Move the red wire on the main terminal strip (TB1) from position #1 to position #3. Make certain wires are connected exactly as shown in Figure D before applying power.
  • Page 22: Spa Fill Up Procedure

    Clear all debris from the spa. (Although the spa shell has been polished at the factory, you may want to treat it with a specially formulated spa cleaner.) Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer for additional information prior to filling spa.
  • Page 23 5. add start-up Chemicals Add the spa water chemicals as recommended by your authorized Jacuzzi dealer. See Section 13.0 “Water Quality Maintenance” (page 36) for general guidance. warnInG: Never leave chemicals opened and accessible to anyone. Use chemicals according to the vendors instructions. Always store chemicals in a safe and/or locked location.
  • Page 24 J-300 8. place Cover on spa • Keeping the insulating cover in place anytime the spa is not in use will reduce the time required for heating, thereby minimizing operating costs. • The time required for initial heat-up will vary depending on the starting water temperature.
  • Page 25 Water that is too soft can be corrosive to metal components. 13. Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer for chemical recommendations, then add chemicals to spa water to achieve a constant sanitizer reading within the levels recommended by the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals/USA printed on the inside cover of this manual.
  • Page 26 J-300 warnInG: • To decrease the risk of injury, entrapment or drowning, never leave your hot tub unattended for any reason, es- pecially if while the cover is open and accessible to small children and animals! • To decrease the risk of (e.g.
  • Page 27: Control Functions

    Control Functions Control panel A. leD Display: Can display current water temperature (default display), water temperature set point, selected filtration/ heating mode, and error messages. B. warmer ( ) Button: Increases water temperature set point. C. Cooler ( ) Button: Decreases water temperature set point. D.
  • Page 28: General Spa Features And Controls

    J-300 General spa Features and Controls Control Panel Toggle Air Controls Filter/Skimmer Grill PowerPro MX Jets Therapy Jets Massage Selector Valves Therapy Seat Spa Light Vertical Jets (Foot Jets) Footwell Suction Fittings and Filters J-365 model illustrated - Location of Features Varies by Model.
  • Page 29: Operating Instructions

    10.0 operating Instructions The spa control system has automatic functions that operate upon start-up and normal operation to protect the system. Upon power up, the readout displays the following information: 1. Control panel displays current software release (e.g. 3.57), then; 2.
  • Page 30: Light On/Off Button

    J-300 10.3 light on/off button Pressing this button activates the waterfall, footwell light, lighted cup holders, and backlit pillows lights in unison as follows: high - medium - low - off. note: Lights automatically turn off after 2 hours. 10.4 light mode Button This button offers 4 light modes for your enjoyment.
  • Page 31: Selecting Desired Massage Action

    Jacuzzi logo side down to open or press the opposite side of button to close. note: To minimize heat loss, close all air controls (Jacuzzi logo up) when spa is not in use. Certain jets may not draw air when jets pump 1 is running in low speed;...
  • Page 32: Automatic Filtration Cycles

    J-300 11.0 automatic Filtration Cycles Your new spa includes a 24-hour circulation pump which filters the water continuously. The circulation pump draws water through the skimmer bag and one of two filter cartridges to effectively remove small debris in your spa. note: The 24-hour circulation pump system also supplies heated water to the spa when the heater turns on.
  • Page 33 standard Filtration/heating Modes F0 5 minutes of filtration per day (one 5 minute “Blow-Out” cycle every 24 hours to purge all plumbing lines) F1 1 hour of filtration per day (one 30-minute cycle every 12 hours); This is the factory default setting. F2 1.5 hours of filtration per day (one 30-minute cycle every 8 hours) F3 2 hours of filtration per day (one 30-minute cycle every 6...
  • Page 34: Spa Maintenance

    Entrapment, page 6. 12.1 Cleaning The Filters Your Jacuzzi spa is equipped with a skimmer bag and two high performance pleated filter cartridges located under the filter cover. Fine debris are filtered by the circulation pump drawing water through the skimmer bag and filter cartridge 24-hours a day. Large debris are...
  • Page 35 An optional chemical feeder is available through your authorized Jacuzzi dealer that installs under the filter cap (#2472-673). Always remove the chemical feeder cap and feeder (when used) during the filter cleaning process by turning the cap handle counterclockwise. Reinstall the cap and feeder back onto the filter cartridge after the filter cleaning process is complete.
  • Page 36 J-300 Lift unthreaded filter cartridge from skimmer well. Place each cartridge back into skimmer well, then rotated each cartridge handle clockwise to thread back into wall fitting. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN! If used, remove the chemical feeder as instructed prior to rinsing the filter cartridges.
  • Page 37: Draining And Refilling

    “F”, followed by soaking the filter overnight in a plastic container filled with a solution of water and specially formulated filter cleanser available from your authorized Jacuzzi dealer. The average life expectancy of each filter is approximately two years with proper care and water quality maintenance.
  • Page 38: Pillow Care

    This could cause severe sudsing when the spa is refilled. 12.5 vinyl Cover Care and maintenance Your Jacuzzi cover has a vinyl encasement. This vinyl encasement is attractive and durable. Monthly cleaning and conditioning is strongly recommended to maintain and increase the longevity of your cover.
  • Page 39: Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet

    12.7 winterizing Your Jacuzzi spa is designed to automatically protect itself against freezing when operating properly. During periods of severe freezing temperatures, you should check periodically to be certain that the electrical supply to the spa has not been interrupted. In extreme, bitter cold weather less than -20°F (-29°C), choose the F3 “Standard”...
  • Page 40: Restarting Your Spa In Cold Weather

    9. Reinstall synthetic cabinet side panel and cover spa so that no casual moisture can enter into it. Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer if you have any questions regarding winter use or winterizing. 12.8...
  • Page 41: Ph Control

    Your authorized Jacuzzi dealer can advise you on the use of these additives. When adding spa shock (chlorine or non-chlorine) or pH balancing chemicals activate the jets pump(s) and leave the spa cover open for a minimum of 20 minutes.
  • Page 42: Cd Ozone Water Maintenance System

    13.3 CD ozone water maintenance system If your spa is equipped with the Jacuzzi CD ozone water purification system you will find that your water stays fresh and clear with significantly less chemical sanitizer usage. You will also probably be able to go longer between complete spa drainings.
  • Page 43: Panel Displays Ice

    4. If the circulation pump is not running, turn power off at the main breaker, then turn power back on. This will reset the circulation pump priming cycle. Once the pump is primed, the error should clear. 5. If problem persists, contact your authorized Jacuzzi dealer. 14.7 panel Displays oH...
  • Page 44: Panel Displays

    15.0 troubleshooting Procedures In the event your Jacuzzi spa is not working the way it should, please first review all the installation and operating instructions in this manual and check for messages on the panel display. If you are still not satisfied it is working properly, please follow the appropriate troubleshooting instructions below.
  • Page 45: Poor Jet Action

    Nonetheless, we are always striving to improve the quality and features of our products. Your input as a Jacuzzi spa owner is a cherished part of this process. If you have any comments or suggestions, or if you wish to be informed on any new products for your spa, please write to us.
  • Page 46: Circuit Board Diagrams

    J-300 16.0 Circuit Board Diagrams 16.1 north american J-335, J-345, J-355, J-365 and J-375 Dedicated power models (60 Hz) This wiring diagram is used for all North American, 240V (60 Hz) dedicated power models. 6560-134...
  • Page 47: North American J-315 And J-325 Convertible Power Models (60 Hz)

    16.2 north american J-315 and J-325 Convertible Power Models (60 Hz) This wiring diagram is used for all North American 120/240V 60 Hz convertible power models. note: Optional 120/240 VAC 4-wire connection enhances heater output from 1kW to 4kW. 6560-134 J-300...
  • Page 48: Export J-335, J-345, J-355, J-365 And J-375 Models (50 Hz)

    J-300 16.3 export J-335, J-345, J-355, J-365 and J-375 Models (50 hz) This wiring diagram is used for all Export 230 VAC 50 Hz spa models. 6560-134...
  • Page 49: Export J-315 And J-325 Models (50 Hz)

    J-300 16.4 export J-315 and J-325 models (50 Hz) This wiring diagram is used for all Export 230 VAC 50 Hz spa models. 6560-134...
  • Page 50: Optional Stereo Receiver Functions

    J-300 17.0 optional stereo receiver Functions 17.1 stereo receiver Control Functions BAND SUBW ZONE AQ-CD-3 models equipped with the stereo option only: To start enjoying your new Stereo Receiver, please read the following operation instructions in their entirety. 1. power Button: Press PWR (Power) to turn deck on or off. 2.
  • Page 51 C. To navigate through the menus use the ( press the MENU button repeatedly. D. To adjust the selected menu item, press the VOLUME Up (7) or Down (8) buttons. E. After the selected menu item(s) has been changed and no other buttons have been pressed within the 5 second time-out, the unit will resume to the previous operation.
  • Page 52 J-300 BAND SUBW ZONE AQ-CD-3 • volume (volume level) button to adjust the desire volume level, the volume level will be shown on the LCD display ranging from 00 (lowest) to 46 (highest). • subwooFer (sub-woofer level) Volume Up or Down button to adjust the Sub-woofer lever from “00” to “12”. note: The Sub-woofer level control is only applicable if the unit is equipped with the optional subwoofer line out, and only if the unit is connected to an optional sub-woofer speaker.
  • Page 53 Shows the Bass Quality factor (Curve characteristics) of each step 15.0 12.5 10.0 Level (dB) • mIDDle (middle level) Down button to adjust the desired Middle level range from -6 to +6. • mID-CFQ (middle Cent the Volume Up or Down button to adjust the desired Middle Range Center Frequency to 500 Hz, 1 KHz, 1.5 KHz, or 2.5 KHz.
  • Page 54 J-300 BAND SUBW ZONE AQ-CD-3 • FaDer: User has 5 seconds to use Volume Up or Down button to adjust the Fader between the front and rear speakers from R12 (full rear) to F12 (full front). “C00” represents an equal balance between the front and rear speakers.
  • Page 55 14. as/Ps (automatically store/Preset scan) button: While in seek mode the stereo unit will automatically select 6 strong stations and store them in the current band. Select a band (if needed). • preset scan: Scan stations stored in the current band. Select a band, press AS/PS button for less than 3 seconds.
  • Page 56 J-300 BAND SUBW ZONE AQ-CD-3 20. Preset 6/uP button: In Tuner mode, any station can be stored as preset 6 by simply pressing and holding this button for 2 seconds, after the desired station is selected. To recall the station preset, simply press and release this button.
  • Page 57: Stereo Audio Receiver Specifications

    The system can only display the first 8 letters of ID3 tags. If the recorded information is longer than 8 letters, text will scroll to the left once, then the 8 first letters will be displayed. If specific info has not been recorded on an MP3 disc, NO FOLD, NO TRK, NO TLT, NO ALBM, NO ART will display.
  • Page 58: Cd/Mp3/Wma Folder/File Hierarchy

    J-300 General Power ...DC 11.5 -14.4V Pre Output Voltage ... 5V Current Consumption ... < 15A Stand-By-Mode ... < 1A Maximum Mounting Angle ... 30° from horizontal Fuse... 15-Amp Mini ATM Type 17.3 CD/MP3/wMa folder/file hierarchy When selected for play, folder search, file search or folder select, files and folders are accessed in the order in which they were written.
  • Page 59 Level 1 Level 2 001.MP3 002.MP3 003.MP3 004.MP3 005.MP3 006.MP3 007.MP3 008.MP3 A. CD/MP3/wMa File/folder play 1. There are three different play methods as following: • Press the M2 button more than 3 seconds during playing an MP3/ WMA disc for “intro play” to all files of the current folder. Intro play should restart from the first song of the current folder, after all files in the current files have been intro-played.
  • Page 60 J-300 2. File/Folder Repeat play : • Press the M3 button more than 3 seconds during playing MP3/WMA disc for “repeat play” for all files of the current folder and keep on repeat playing the current folder until “repeat play” is disabled. To disable current folder “repeat play”, long press M3 button more than 3 seconds.
  • Page 61: Stereo Audio Receiver Troubleshooting

    ICon 17.4 stereo audio receiver troubleshooting Before going through the check list, check wiring connection. If any of the problems persist after check list has been made, consult your nearest service dealer. symptom Cause No power The fuse is blown Presence of CD disc inside the player Inserting the disc in...
  • Page 62: Standard Wireless Remote Control Functions

    J-300 ERROR Mechanism Error Maybe disc dirty/disc Disc Error scratched/disc upside down 17.5 standard wireless remote Control Functions A remote control is supplied on all spas with the optional audio system. This remote provides control over some of the radio and CD playback functions. A.
  • Page 63: Ipod®/Mp3 Player Connection

    B. Bonding the remote and stereo If your remote does not operate the stereo, you may need to bond them by pressing on of the following methods: • Press and hold the MUTE button for 5 seconds or; • Press the four buttons MODE, MUTE, BAND/SEARCH, and TOP buttons at the corners one by one clockwise.
  • Page 64: Wireless Remote Battery Replacement Procedure

    J-300 17.7 wireless remote Battery replacement procedure 1. Turn the remote unit over and locate the battery door (Figure A). 2. Rotate the battery door, with a coin, counterclockwise until the dot aligns with the Open arrow (Figure B). 3. Remove battery door using coin to pry the door upward (Figure C).

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