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P.N.:6530 - 681B Rev. B
680 SERIES OWNER'S MANUAL
Denali ® | Edison ® | McKinley ™ | Peyton ® | Ramona ™ | Tacoma ®

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  • Page 1 P.N.:6530 - 681B Rev. B 680 SERIES OWNER’S MANUAL Denali ® | Edison ® | McKinley ™ | Peyton ® | Ramona ™ | Tacoma ®...
  • Page 2 Attention New Spa Owner! Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sundance ® 680 Series spa! The following is a list of automated functions and maintenance recommendations for your new spa. Automated functions have been listed below in an attempt to suppress any operational concerns you may have during startup and the first 24 hours of ownership! Maintenance recommendations are listed in an attempt to stress their importance in protecting your new spa.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Control Functions ..............23 Control Panel ................23 General Spa Features And Controls (McKinley and Ramona) .. 24 General Spa Features And Controls (Edison and Peyton) ..25 Operating Instructions ............26 Setting Water Temperature ............26 Activate Pumps ................27 SunGlow ™...
  • Page 4 Poor Jet Action ................46 14.4 Water is Too Hot ................ 46 14.5 No Heat ..................46 15.0 North American Denali/Tacoma Convertible Circuit Diagram (60 Hz) ............47 16.0 North American Edison, McKinley, Peyton and Ramona Circuit Diagram (60 Hz) ..........48...
  • Page 5 680 SERIES 17.0 Export Denali/Tacoma Circuit Diagram (50 Hz) ..... 49 18.0 Export Edison, McKinley, Peyton and Ramona Circuit Diagram (50 Hz) ............50 19.0 Optional BLUEWAVE® Spa Stereo System ......51 19.1 Electronic Device Connections and Functions ......52 19.2...
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  • Page 7: Important Spa Owner Information

    680 SERIES Important Spa Owner Information ® Your Sundance 680 Series spa is constructed to the highest standards and is capable of providing many years of trouble-free use. However, because heat retentive materials are utilized to insulate the spa for efficient operation, an uncovered spa surface and wall fittings directly exposed to sunlight and high temperatures for an extended period are subject to permanent damage or discoloration.

  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions For All Spa Owners

    680 SERIES 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: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING!
  • Page 9 680 SERIES • A grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of the unit.
  • Page 10 680 SERIES WARNING: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH! • Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, if pregnant or possibly pregnant, consult your physician before using a spa. •...
  • Page 11 680 SERIES WARNING: In addition to maintenance of filters and water chemistry, proper ventilation is recommended to reduce the risk of contracting a waterborne illness (e.g. an infection, bacteria or virus) and/or respiratory ailments that could be present in the air or water. Consult a licensed architect or building contractor to determine your specific needs if installing your hot tub indoors.

  • Page 12: Entrapment Risk

    680 SERIES 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 13: Hyperthermia

    680 SERIES DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING! Body entrapment: May occur when part of the torso becomes entrapped, inserted or sucked into a suction or outlet opening. • Never allow children to play or get near the suction fittings, suction covers, filter, filter lid or skimmer assembly.

  • Page 14: Important Csa Safety Instructions (Canada Only)

    Sundance dealer or local building department should you have any questions regarding your installation. Proper grounding is extremely important. Sundance spas are equipped with a current collector system. A pressure wire connector is provided on the surface of the control box, located outside the equipment door...

  • Page 15: Choosing A Location

    680 SERIES within 5 feet (1.5m) of the spa. Bonding wire must be at least No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper wire. This is a most important safety assurance feature. Before installing your spa, check with your local building department to insure installation conforms to local building codes.

  • Page 16: Outdoor Location

    680 SERIES which will be recessed into a floor or deck, install so as to permit access to the equipment, either from above or below, for servicing. Make certain that there are no obstructions which would prevent removal of all side cabinet panels and access to the jets components, especially on the side with the equipment bay.

  • Page 17: Indoor Location

    680 SERIES Indoor Location For indoor installations many factors need to be considered before installing a spa indoors: WARNING: In addition to maintenance of filters and water chemistry, proper ventilation is recommended to reduce the risk of contracting a waterborne illness (e.g. an infection, bacteria or virus) and/or respiratory ailments that could be present in the air or water.

  • Page 18: Power Requirements

    680 SERIES Power Requirements ® Sundance spas are designed to provide optimum performance and flexibility of use when connected to the maximum electrical service listed on pages 12-14. If you prefer, your dealer can perform a minor circuit board modification to allow your spa to accept an electrical service other than the factory setting.

  • Page 19: Export 50 Hz Power Options

    680 SERIES North American Edison/McKinley/Peyton/Ramona 2-Pump Models (60 Hz) 240V/40A* 240V/50A** 240V/60A*** Voltage: 240 VAC 240 VAC 240 VAC # of Wires: Frequency: 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz Current Draw: Circuit Breaker: 40A, 2-Pole 50A, 2-Pole 60A, 2-Pole In 40A configuration, the heater will not operate while either jets pump is running in high speed.

  • Page 20: Electrical Wiring Instructions

    680 SERIES Export Edison/McKinley/Peyton/Ramona 2-Pump Models (50 Hz) 230V/20A* 230V/30A** 230V/40A*** Voltage: 230 VAC 230 VAC 230 VAC # of Wires: Frequency: 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz Current Draw: Circuit Breaker: In the 20A configuration, the heater will not operate while either jets pump is running in high speed.
  • Page 21 680 SERIES 2. Dedicated 240V Edison, McKinley, Peyton, Ramona Models: This spa must be permanently connected (hard-wired) to the power supply. No plug-in connections or extension cords are to be used in conjunction with the operation of this spa. Supplying power to the spa which is not in accordance with these instructions will void both the independent testing agency listing and the manufacturer’s...
  • Page 22 680 SERIES 10. Connect wires, color to color, on terminal blocks TB1 and TB3 (Figures C-F, page 17). TIGHTEN SECURELY! All wires must be hooked up securely or damage could result. 11. Install control box door and screws and reinstall the cabinet side panels.
  • Page 23 680 SERIES Figure C Figure D to Circuit Board to Circuit Move Red Board Wire Here North American Denali/Tacoma Convertible North American Denali/Tacoma Convertible Models: 120 VAC, 3-Wire Connection (60 Hz) Models: 240 VAC, 4-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.

  • Page 24: Spa Fill Up Procedure

    680 SERIES Spa Fill Up Procedure For best results, read each step in its entirety before proceeding with that step. 1. Prepare The Spa For Filling • 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).
  • Page 25 680 SERIES 4. Activate Jets Pumps Turn on jets pump(s) to ensure proper mixing when adding start-up chemicals in step 5. 5. Add Start-Up Chemicals Add the spa water chemicals as recommended by your authorized Sundance dealer. See Section titled “Water Quality Maintenance” (page 39) for general guidance.
  • Page 26 680 SERIES Important Heater Details: • The maximum temperature for which the spa can be set is 104°F (40°C) and the minimum is 65°F (18°C). • For North American (60 Hz) 2-pump spas powered by a 40 amp service, jets pump #1 must be set to low speed and jets pump #2 must be turned off to operate the heater.
  • Page 27 Denali ........240 Gal ( 908 L) ......6.0 oz. Tacoma ........145 Gal ( 549 L) ......4.0 oz. Edison .........350 Gal (1,325 L) ......9.0 oz. McKinley ......410 Gal (1,552 L) ......10.5 oz. Peyton .........340 Gal (1,287 L) ......8.5 oz.
  • Page 28 680 SERIES CAUTION: TO DECREASE BUILD UP ON COMPONENTS AND MINIMIZE ACRYLIC DAMAGE. Never fill with water from a water softener. If your water is extremely “hard”, it is preferable to fill half-way with hard water and the rest of the way with softened water.

  • Page 29: Control Functions

    Refer to Section 9.3 (page 27) for details. • Edison, McKinley, Peyton and Ramona Models: Turns accent lights on in one of three random modes or one of seven solid colors. Refer to Section 9.4 (page 28) for details.

  • Page 30: General Spa Features And Controls (Mckinley And Ramona)

    680 SERIES General Spa Features And Controls (McKinley and Ramona) McKinley model illustrated - Jet locations and features will vary by model. Specifications subject to change without notice. 1. Control Panel 11. Filter skimmer with one 2. Headrest Pillows (4 ea.) underlying filter cartridge (Filter 3.

  • Page 31: General Spa Features And Controls (Edison And Peyton)

    680 SERIES General Spa Features And Controls (Edison and Peyton) Peyton model illustrated - Jet locations and features may vary. Specifications subject to change without notice. 10. Filter skimmer with one 1. Control Panel underlying filter cartridge (Filter 2. Headrest Pillows (3 ea.) needs periodic cleaning) 3.

  • Page 32: Operating Instructions

    680 SERIES 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, then; 2. Control panel displays “888” and all indicator LEDs are lit, permitting visual inspection of all display segments and indicator lights for proper operation.

  • Page 33: Activate Pumps

    680 SERIES Activate Pumps The JETS 1 button activates the jets pump 1. The first press activates in low speed, the second press activates high speed, and the third press shuts the pump off. The JETS 2 button (if equipped) activates jets pump 2 which only operates in high speed.

  • Page 34: Multi-Colored Led Light System Operation (Edison, Mckinley, Peyton And Ramona Models)

    680 SERIES Multi-Colored LED Light System Operation (Edison, McKinley, Peyton and Ramona Models) The multi-colored LED spa light offers seven constant color variations and three unique random modes for enhanced spa enjoyment. Press the light button once to activate the light modes, then continue pressing the button to either turn the light off or to select random fade, one of seven constant colors, random solid color mode or strobe mode as illustrated.

  • Page 35: Adjusting Individual Jet Flow

    DV Jet Selecting Desired Massage Action All models (except Edison, Peyton and Tacoma) incorporate a massage selector valve or Diverter Jet that allows you to customize the massage and performance by diverting water between various jet systems within the spa.

  • Page 36: 10.0 Automatic Filtration Cycles

    680 SERIES 10.0 Automatic Filtration Cycles The control system activates a programmable “Standard” or “Economy” filtration cycle to remove debris from your spa. These cycles use the low speed pump, skimmer basket, and filter cartridge quickly clear “skim” the water of debris and minimize their “bathtub ring” affect. Apart from their filtration benefit, each mode also effects the operation of your spa’s heater.

  • Page 37: Filtration Modes

    680 SERIES 10.5 Filtration Modes During the filtration/heating cycle the Jets pump 1 low speed will activate. To set a time for the first filtration/heating cycle, simply turn power on to the spa two minutes prior to the desired time. Example: If you desire your first filtration/heating cycle to begin at 10:00 AM turn off power to the spa and turn it back on again at 9:58 AM.

  • Page 38: Programming The Clearray (Ultraviolet) Water Purification System

    680 SERIES L3 Lock Mode (disables the temperature up and down buttons to prevent unauthorized temperature adjustments). Filtration/heating cycle will continue to operate as programmed in this mode. The jets and lights buttons will still continue to operate as normal. The temperature display flashes when this function is enabled.
  • Page 39 680 SERIES B. Resetting the duration countdown timer (CLEARRAY System only) Once the duration countdown timer for the CLEARRAY System has reached zero, you will need to reset it, replace the UV bulb and clean the quartz tube. To reset the duration countdown timer: Press Press 1.

  • Page 40: 11.0 Spa Maintenance

    680 SERIES 11.0 Spa Maintenance Proper and regular maintenance of your spa 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. DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING BY ENTRAPMENT!

  • Page 41: Draining And Refilling

    680 SERIES Cleaning Procedure (for All Models): 1. Turn off power to the spa at the home’s breaker panel or select the L1 “Lock” mode (page 30) to disable all spa functions. 2. Remove the filter strainer lid or skimmer assembly. 3.

  • Page 42: Pillow Care (All Models Except Denali)

    680 SERIES 2. Locate drain hose line attached to 2 x 4 wood slat (Figure A) with tie wraps. 3. Cut tie wraps and pull drain hose from equipment area (Figure B). 4. Hold drain hose above water line, then unthread Figure B drain cap (1) from hose using a counterclockwise rotation (Figure B).

  • Page 43: Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet

    6. Use only recommended cover lift systems. 7. Use only chemicals and cleaners recommended by Sundance Spas. 8. Remember to keep spa covered when not in use. Maintaining proper water levels assures efficient operation and efficient electrical usage.

  • Page 44: Restarting Your Spa In Cold Weather

    680 SERIES Expert winterization of your spa is highly recommended, contact your authorized Sundance dealer. In emergency situations, damage can be minimized by taking the following steps: CAUTION: TURN OFF POWER TO HOT TUB! 1. Turn off power to the spa. 2.

  • Page 45: 12.0 Water Quality Maintenance

    For specific guidance on maintaining water quality, consult your Authorized Sundance Spas dealer who can recommend appropriate chemical products for sanitizing and maintaining your hot tub. WARNING:...

  • Page 46: Clearray® Water Purification System

    680 SERIES open for a minimum of 20 minutes. By doing this you will allow excessive chemical vapors to exit the spa, protecting pillows and plastic knobs from chemical attack. Note: SunPurity brominator cannot be used with the 680 Series. WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, DROWNING OR ENTRAPMENT!

  • Page 47: Clearray® Bulb Replacement And Quartz Tube Maintenance

    680 SERIES 12.4 CLEARRAY® Bulb Replacement and Quartz Tube Maintenance Important: It is MANDATORY that the UV bulb is replaced and the quartz tube be cleaned every 12 months to maintain optimum performance. Figure 1 DANGER: TURN THE SPA BREAKER TO THE OFF POSITION! WARNING: DRAIN THE SPA IF YOU ARE REPLACING OR...
  • Page 48 680 SERIES Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 3 3. Remove the black bulb boot (8) by sliding it over the cable away from the quartz seal compression nut (7), Figure 3. 4. Slowly remove the UV bulb (4) out of the quartz tube. 5.
  • Page 49 680 SERIES 14. System Test 1: Assure there is no water dripping from the seal compression nut (7). If water is visible, STOP and tighten the compression nut (7) using a pair of channel lock pliers to a maximum of 1/4 turn. If that does not fix the leak, then repeat quartz tube maintenance process from step 1 through step 13.

  • Page 50: 13.0 Error Conditions/Error Messages

    680 SERIES 13.0 Error Conditions/Error Messages Your spa has a self-diagnostic control system. The system will automati- cally display the following if a problem is detected. Always insist on genuine Sundance replacement parts. 13.1 Panel Displays SN1 Open sensor (heater is disabled) or shorted sensor (spa is deactivated).

  • Page 51: Panel Displays Oh

    “blb” and the water temperature. The timer for the UV bulb must also be reset, refer to Section 10.6, page 32. A new UV bulb can be purchased from a local Sundance Spas dealer. 14.0 Troubleshooting Procedures In the event your spa is not working the way it should, please first review all the installation and operating instructions in this manual and check the message on the panel display.

  • Page 52: Pump Does Not Operate But Light Does

    680 SERIES 14.2 Pump Does Not Operate but Light Does Press the JETS 1 Button: 1. If no water movement is detected, make sure power is going to the spa and check the water level. If it does not solve the problem, contact your authorized Sundance dealer.

  • Page 53: North American Denali/Tacoma Convertible Circuit Diagram (60 Hz)

    680 SERIES 15.0 North American Denali/Tacoma Convertible Circuit Diagram (60 Hz) This wiring diagram is used for all North American Denali/Tacoma 120/240 VAC (60 Hz) convertible power models. DANGER RISK OF SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION! Light DCU Ports 1-10 power spa lights, waterfall lights and step lights on...

  • Page 54: North American Edison, Mckinley, Peyton And Ramona Circuit Diagram (60 Hz)

    680 SERIES 16.0 North American Edison, McKinley, Peyton and Ramona Circuit Diagram (60 Hz) This wiring diagram is used for all North American Edison, McKinley, Peyton and Ramona models. Page 48...

  • Page 55: Export Denali/Tacoma Circuit Diagram (50 Hz)

    680 SERIES 17.0 Export Denali/Tacoma Circuit Diagram (50 Hz) This wiring diagram is used for all Export Denali/Tacoma models. Page 49...

  • Page 56: Export Edison, Mckinley, Peyton And Ramona Circuit Diagram (50 Hz)

    680 SERIES 18.0 Export Edison, McKinley, Peyton and Ramona Circuit Diagram (50 Hz) This wiring diagram is used for all Export Edison, McKinley, Peyton and Ramona models. Page 50...

  • Page 57: 19.0 Optional Bluewave® Spa Stereo System

    680 SERIES 19.0 Optional BLUEWAVE® Spa Stereo System To start enjoying your new stereo receiver, please read the following operation instructions in their entirety. 1. Media Locker Handle Slide the handle to lock and unlock the protective door. 2. Power Button Press power button once to turn “ON”...

  • Page 58: Electronic Device Connections And Functions

    680 SERIES 19.1 Electronic Device Connections and Functions A. Connecting Your Auxiliary Device Using the 3.5 mm Cable (purchased separately): 1. Plug one end of the cable to “Aux” connection on the stereo, Figure A. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the headphone jack connection on the Auxiliary device.
  • Page 59 680 SERIES 5. These units are not provided with an outdoor antennae; when provided, it should be installed in accordance with Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 6. Do not service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other risk of injury.
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