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TechBook flx.go Experience effortless control from your hot tub seat with our user-friendly Turn-N-Press keypad A simplified high-resolution experience Works under all conditions A world of possibilities...
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Installation Correct installation Hot tub cover " min� " min� flx�go water The flx�go can be installed facing inside the hot tub either horizontally (1) or vertically (2)� When installed facing in, the flx�go must be mounted above the water line� It can also be installed facing out like standard keypads (3)� Proper clearance (1/4"...
Adhesive gasket ensure it is properly glued by gently pressing evenly on the entire surface� Gecko recommends the use of the fastening nut to tighten the seal between the gasket and the hot tub shell� (The fastening nut must be hand tightened�)
Installation Installation notes 4° 4° Horizontal Vertical When installing the flx�go on the hot tub, a minimum angle of 4 degrees must be respected� Also make sure that the hot tub cover can never get in contact with the keypad glass surface� Sagging of the hot tub cover needs to be taken into consideration as it ages and accumulates water�...
Installation Connecting the flx.go keypad to the hot tub control Note: Always shut off power before connecting an accessory to hot tub control� To connect the flx�go keypad, simply insert its connector into the appropriate keypad connector (C Port) inside the hot tub control enclosure (as illustrated) and route the cable through the strain relief channel�...
Keypad functions Keypad layout Time of day Heating/cooling indicator arc Temperature Error/notification indicator Dial ring Backlit rim Power Rotate the dial ring of the flx�go to turn on the keypad� After 2 minutes of inactivity, the keypad will revert to the sleep mode screen and after 4 minutes of inactivity, the screen will shut off�...
Keypad functions When the water temperature set point is lower than the current water temperature, a blue arc will appear� The blue arc indicates that the water is cooling to the temperature set point� The length of the arc represents the temperature difference between the current water temperature and the set point�...
Keypad functions Navigation Currently selected icon Turn the dial ring Change selection left or right Select icon Press the dial ring Return to sleep Long press on mode screen the dial ring Currently selected icon name The main screen gives you access to your features (pumps, lights and more), temperature (set point), errors and settings�...
Keypad functions Water temperature When the main screen carousel is turned to the Temperature menu, the central circle will show the current water temperature� To enter the Temperature menu, press the flx�go� Then turn the knob left or right to set the desired temperature� Press the flx�go again to validate� The flx�go will then return to the main screen�...
Settings Watercare The Watercare menu is only available if in conjunction with a purchased in�touch app option The Watercare menu will help you set up your ideal filtration and heating settings� Choose between Away from Home, Standard, Energy Savings, Super Energy and Weekender, depending on your need� In Economy mode, the set point will be reduced by 20°F* which means that the heating system will not be engaged unless the temperature falls to 20°F below the hot tub’s set temperature�...
Settings Filter cycle* To program the filter cycle, you must enter these settings: Start time, Duration and Frequency� Once you have confirmed, you will be brought back to the Settings menu� Start: Duration: Frequency: start time of first filtration duration of the filter cycle number of times the filter cycle is executed during a day For example, if you set the start time at 8:00, duration at 1:00 and frequency at 4, the hot tub will filter the water for one...
Settings Purge* If your hot tub uses a circulation pump configured to run 24 hours, the screen will show you the purge setting instead of filtration� The purges are pre-programmed for a fixed number of minutes; therefore, only the start time and frequency can be modified�...
Settings Economy* To select an item, turn the knob left or right until the desired menu is highlighted in the middle and press on the flx�go� This mode allows you to lower the temperature set point of the hot tub by 20°F (11°C) during a specified period of the day to save energy�...
Settings Maintenance From the Maintenance menu, you can access the following: • Reminders • Standby Turn the wheel and press to select the desired setting� Reminders The flx�go keypad will provide reminders about maintenance required on your hot tub, like rinsing or cleaning the filter� Every task has its own duration based on normal use�...
Settings in.temp From the Settings menu, you can access the in�temp menu, which gives you access to the following heat pump modes: • Eco Heat • Smart Heat • Eco Auto (when applicable) • Smart Auto (when applicable) • Cool (when applicable) •...
Settings in.touch When an in�touch is detected, a green logo will appear� Date To change the date in the flx�go, press on Date & Time in the settings menu� Press on Date� Use the the dial ring to select the Year, Month and Day�...
Settings Time To change time in the flx�go, press on Date & Time in the Settings menu� Press on Time� Use the the dial ring to select the Format (AM/PM or 24H)� Select the Hours and Minutes�...
Settings Keypad In the keypad menu you can access the following: • Temperature units • Contrast • Language • Lock spa (optional) • Keypad color (optional) To select an item, turn the wheel until the desired sub-menu is in the middle of the screen and press� Temperature units Water temperature can be displayed in either Fahrenheit (˚F) or Celsius (˚C)�...
Settings Language Language can be displayed in either English, French, Spanish, Polish, Dutch, German, Norwegian, Swedish, Portuguese, Italian, Hungarian or Czech� Once you have confirmed, you will be brought back to the Settings menu� Contrast To select or change the screen contrast, turn and press the contrast setting you want to use�...
Settings Lock spa When this option is enabled, you can partially or completely lock the keypad� When you want to lock the keypad, you are asked to select a 4-digit code� The same code will be needed to unlock the keypad� The next time you want to lock the keypad, you will be prompted again to select a 4-digit code (same functionality as a safe in a hotel room)�...
Settings Electrical configuration Please do not make changes in this section unless you are a qualified hot tub technician or electrician. Turn the ring to move to the selection you want to modify and press on the flx�go� Please see the techbook for your hot tub control system for details on low-level settings� If you want to change any electrical configurations (input current, low level and number of phases), you need to enter this code: 5555 Warmweather When pumps are running, they produce heat that may increase your water temperature�...
Settings About This section provides information about the flx�go software number and the revision numbers of the various components of your system� Audio The flx�go can be used with the in�stream 2 audio system� The Audio section in the Settings menu gives you the option to disconnect your Bluetooth-enabled device when using the in�stream 2�...
Settings Factory reset When you select Factory Reset, you will be asked to confirm your choice� Doing so will reset all keypad settings to factory default� This should only be done at installation or when replacing a part� Back To return to the Settings menu, scroll to the end of the list to select the “Back” icon�...
Settings VMS-1 variable-speed pump Unlike a traditional massage pump, the variable-speed pump features an intensity control menu� Turn the wheel to decrease or increase intensity� To switch off, set the intensity to 0 and the pump will shut down� If an automated function is in progress, the initiation of a shutdown request may be denied� (e�g�, heating)� Massage menu This menu is only available if a variable-speed pump and the Massage option are activated in the hot tub configuration�...
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Settings Massage adjustments Once the massage type has been selected, these pages will allow you to adjust the rythym and intensity of your massage� Rhythm can be adjusted on 5 levels� Intensity is set in the same way as in the menu of your variable-speed pump�...
in.stream 2 functions Only available if the system detects a connected in. stream 2 audio station. The audio section lets you control active audio sources� Note that only functions applicable to the selected source will be available� From this section, you can access the following options: - Sound signal control - Volume control...
in.mix functions This menu is only available if an in�mix is detected in the hot tub accessories� It allows you to select the color of each zone separately or simultaneously� Selection of a zone Start/Stop Color change To select a zone, turn the wheel until There are two ways to switch the Once an area has been selected, use the desired icon is surrounded by a...
Feature matrix The following table presents the features and/or options available for the flx�go keypad and the earliest software version in which this feature/option is available� All versions later than the earliest version continue to support the feature� Keypad functions Earliest version Power 5�00...
How to remove the dial ring Remove dial ring You need a 5/16" slotted screwdriver (or similar) to remove the dial ring� Insert the screwdriver in the slot of the black dial ring� Gently twist the screwdriver in the slot to pop out the dial ring� Replace or reinstall dial ring Press down on dial ring on the housing with your hand until you hear a click�...
Errors The list below shows the various error messages that can appear on the main screen� Refer to the troubleshooting and error codes section of the techbook of your hot tub control for more details� Code Message Warning! Do not enter hot tub� High-limit circuit has tripped� Error�...
Specifications Model Part number Description flx�go 10' cable 0907-005000-001 FLX�GO-00-BK-GE1 flx�go 25' cable 0907-005001-001 FLX�GO-00-BK-25FT-GE1 Environmental ratings Operating temperature: -4°F (-20°C) to 149°F (70°C) Storage temperature: -22°F (-30°C) to 185°F (80°C) Water ingress protection: IPX5 Mechanical Weight: 0�7 lb (0�32 kg) Dimensions (W x H x D): ø4�498"...