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360 lbs / 163 kg 265 gal / 1003 l 115 or 230V Premier All spas above use a 50 sq. ft. filter except for the ASPIRE which uses a 25 sq. ft filter. CAUTION DO NOT OPERATE SPA BEFORE READING THIS MANUAL Failure to read this manual and follow its instructions may result in unsafe operation and or permanent damage to your portable spa.
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS FILL UP AND START-UP INSTRUCTIONS FILLING THE SPA WITH WATER SAFETY INFORMATION APPLYING POWER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ADDING START-UP CHEMICALS IMPORTANT SPA INSTRUCTIONS WATER CHEMISTRY GUIDELINES INSTALLATION SPA MAINTENANCE PLANNING A LOCATION FOR YOUR SPA PLACING THE SPA FILTER CARTRIDGE MAINTENANCE SURFACE CARE EQUIPMENT ACCESS...
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY AVOIDING THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTION INSTRUCTIONS Risk of Electrocution READ AND FOLLOW ALL • Connect only to a grounded source. INSTRUCTIONS • Do not bury the power cord. A buried power cord may result in death or serious AVOIDING THE RISK TO CHILDREN personal injury due to electrocution if direct burial-type cable is not used, or if improper...
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SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER: RISK OF it, the possibility of an electric shock. Disconnect the power until the problem ELECTRICAL SHOCK has been corrected. • Install spa at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from all NOTE: This will reset the filter cycle. metal surfaces.
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SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER: RISK OF INJURY • Pregnant women should consult a physician before using spa. • DO NOT sit in the filter compartment area. • Persons suffering from obesity or with a Sitting in this area can cause: medical history of heart disease, low or a) Restriction of Filter Pump suction/vacuum high blood pressure, circulatory system b) Damage to components...
SAFETY INFORMATION INSTRUCTIONS • The water in the spa should never exceed 104°F (40°C). Water temperatures between The following contains important spa information, 100°F (38°C) and 104°F (40°C) are and we strongly encourage you to read and apply considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower them.
INSTALLATION PLANNING A LOCATION is available to resist moisture damage. Remember that spas periodically require drainage, so plan FOR YOUR SPA your environment accordingly. Consider these things when determining where to KEEP CLEAN: place your spa. Prevent dirt and foliage from being tracked into SAFETY FIRST: your spa by utilizing concrete for paths and access Make sure your spa is positioned so access to the...
INSTALLATION IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT location. Also, keep in mind—if you are using A QUALIFIED, LICENSED CONTRACTOR special equipment to place your spa into an area it PREPARE THE FOUNDATION FOR YOUR SPA. will be necessary to include those measurements A reinforced concrete pad at least four inches thick and weights.
EQUIPMENT ACCESS EQUIPMENT ACCESS PANEL Topside Control Panel Screw Serial Number Equipment Access Panel Door Equipment Compartment Electrical Recess & Drain Hose (Cut-Outs may also be located under door) Spa without wood siding: To access the equipment compartment: • Remove 4 screws from Equipment Access Panel Door then remove door. Equipment Access Outside Wood Panel Screw...
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ELECTRICAL 6. Supply lines must be properly sized as per the NEC. A ground line must be provided that is as REQUIREMENT large as the largest current carrying conductor, but no less than 8 AWG. Use copper wiring only. DO NOT POWER THE SPA WITHOUT 7.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CONFIGURING SYSTEM 115 VOLT INSTALLATION (CORD CONNECTED) SELECTING THE VOLTAGE FOR Spas come with a factory-installed power supply YOUR SPA GFCI cord and are to be plugged into a grounded Your spa is designed to operate at either 115V 15 type 115 volt, 15 ampere receptacle.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ELECTRICAL WIRING Power supply installation must include a properly rated GFCI circuit breaker. The circuit must be DIAGRAM FOR 230V USE dedicated and should not be shared with any other appliances. The power supply must be hard wired It is recommended that a licensed electrician in- into the power pack.
CONTROL PANEL OPERATION JETS OPERATION INITIAL START-UP - When the spa is first powered up the control system begins a 2 minute Firmly press the Jets button once to activate the Startup Mode. Different codes will display on the low speed of the pump and again for the high Indicator Lights speed.
CONTROL PANEL OPERATION 4. Press the Plus or Minus button to adjust To enter the programming screen and toggle the cycle time for F2. between Standard, Economy, Sleep and Quiet 5. Wait 15 seconds to allow the exit timer to Modes the following is required: expire and store the setting.
CONTROL PANEL OPERATION DIAGNOSTIC LCD MESSAGE Message Meaning Action Required No message on display. The control panel will be disabled until power Power has been cut off to the spa. returns. Spa settings will be preserved until next power up. The system has shut the heater DO NOT ENTER THE WATER.
COMPONENT OPERATION SPA COMPONENT OZONE GENERATOR (OPTIONAL) OPERATION The ozone system enhances the quality of the spa water when used to supplement the spa owner’s AIR CONTROL VALVE regular water maintenance program. Contrary to some information circulated throughout the pool The air control valve serves to regulate the and spa industry regarding ozone systems, ozone amount of air mixed with the water when the jets...
FILL UP AND START-UP INSTRUCTIONS The following procedures should be followed on 6. Under normal circumstances keep the water initial startup and whenever the spa is drained for level half way between the top of the spa and routine maintenance. the top of the gray filter ring or just above the highest jets (whichever is higher).
ADDING START-UP CHEMICALS WATER CHEMISTRY STEP #3: DETERMINE CALCIUM HARDNESS: GUIDELINES It is important to bring the calcium reading to The following step-by-step instructions are a between 75-150 PPM. If the reading requires recommended guideline for balancing water adjustment, it should now be corrected. If chemistry.
SPA MAINTENANCE FILTER CARTRIDGE CAUTION! Always use proper eye protection when using chemicals, or high-pressure water. MAINTENANCE Read instructions on cleaning products and follow applicable safety and warning instructions listed on Every month, the filter cartridge should be label. cleaned to remove the objects and particles CAUTION! Never scrub the filter cartridge with a that have lodged in the cartridge pleats.
SPA MAINTENANCE SURFACE CARE AVOID PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURES Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean 100ºF (38ºC) TO AVOID YOUR SPA CABINET the spa. Typically, a mild detergent and water will FROM BUCKLING. resolve cleaning issues.
DRAINING OR WINTERIZING WINTERIZING YOUR SPA Every three to six months, depending upon the water condition, you need to renew your water. If you plan to store your spa for the winter, you CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE DRAINING must also use a wet-vac to clean out the water YOUR SPA lines to ensure they are free of any water.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES POOR JET ACTION In the event the spa is not working the way it should, please first review all the installation and 1. Press the Jets button to make certain the operating instructions in this manual and check the pump is on.