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S I N C E 1 9 7 8

THE CHILL SPA

Patio™ Series

2024

Owner's Manual

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Page 1 S I N C E 1 9 7 8 THE CHILL SPA Patio™ Series 2024 Owner’s Manual 34 1 www.calspas.com...
Page 2 Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions......Electrical Requirements........Preparing for Your Chill Spa......Chill Spa™ Quick Start Guide......Chill Spa Initial Cooling........Ink Bird Wireless Control........InkBird Inital Setup..........Set Preferred Cold Temperature......Manual Temperature Adjustment....Inkbird Wifi Reset..........Condensation & Additional Info..... Water Clarity............
Page 3 Congratulations! You are now the owner of the finest chill spa built. Now you will experience health benefits and relaxation as you never had before. We at Cal Spas focus on quality, design and comfort in order to create a truly luxurious experience like no other.
Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY! When using installing and using this spa, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including: KEEP UNIT UPRIGHT, DO NOT STORE OR MOVE UPSIDEDOWN OR ON ITS SIDE. DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING! •...
Page 5 5.5 Hypothermia Hypothermia occurs when the body’s temperature drops below 95˚ F (35˚ C ). Signs of mild hypothermia (95˚ F to 89.6˚ F // 35˚ C to 32˚ C ) include: DO NOT USE THE CHILL SPA FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME Shivering and chattering teeth Exhaustion Extended use of the chill spa in...
Page 6 Failure to properly follow the electrical require- ments stated by Cal Spas poses the risk to cause damage or injury to persons operating the spa. Failure to follow these requirements will void your warranty.
Page 7 Pre-Delivery Checklist � Most cities and counties require permits for Before Delivery □ exterior construction and electrical circuits. Plan your delivery route □ In addition, some communities have codes Choose a suitable location for the requiring residential barriers such as fencing □...
Page 8 Foundation Requirements: The Chill Spa must be built on a level cement slab of 3-4 inch thickness. The Chill Spa generates condensation when operating, Do not use materials such as wood, porous rock, rubberized floor- ing, or materials where algae and mold can accumulate. CalSpas is not responsible for damages caused by con- densation of the Chill Spa unit.
Page 9 Chill Spa Quick Start Guide 4. Water level Fill the spa up to 4’’ from the rim of the spa. Once the Chill Spa is filled reinstall the filter clockwise. DO NOT OVER TORQUE/TIGHTEN this can damage the filter housing over time. Once the filter is back in its place you can slide the skimmer back onto the filter housing.
Page 10 Chill Spa Rate of Cooling The Chill Spa uses a water chiller to lower the water temperature within the Chill Spa. The chiller operates similarly to a HVAC system. The chiller operates efficiently when ambient temperature is at or bellow 90°F, when the ambient temperature is above 90°F the heat generated by the condenser has nowhere to go.
Page 11 InkBird Smart Control The Patio Chill Spa is designed to be a fully wireless experience. The spa can be controlled and moni- tored anywhere using Wifi or mobile data. With the InkBird app you can monitor and lower your chill spas temperature through the app. QR Code Ink Bird Google Play.
Page 12 Wifi Control Initial Set Up Once the app is launched you will be shown an Once the app is launched you will be shown an example screen of the main page of the app. example screen of the main page of the app. Select “Sign In”...
Page 13 Wifi Control Initial Set Up Selecting the “+” symbol on the main page. You can Once the device is discovered select “add to”. This begin searching for new devices. Make sure that will add it to your app controller. the chill spa is powered on and filled with water following the procedure mentioned on Pg 6 In the following screen you will be requested to select your main Wifi network and confirm the net-...
Page 14 Wifi Control Initial Set Up Select the main wifi network used in the residence Selecting the “+” symbol on the main page. You can and enter the password of the network. begin searching for new devices. Make sure that the chill spa is powered on and filled with water Note: The Wifi controller only functions on 2.4G following the procedure mentioned on Pg 6 signal, Most mesh routers will have initial discovery...
Page 15 Set Preferred Cold Temperature Once paired with the app you will be able to see Selecting the “+” symbol on the main page. You can the current set temperature of the Chill Spa. begin searching for new devices. Make sure that the chill spa is powered on and filled with water Tapping the Highlighted section will bring up a following the procedure mentioned on Pg 6...
Page 16 Manual Temperature Selection Remove the rear panel directly underneath One the unit is removed use the inkbird tem- the headrest area, you may use a #2 Philips perature control unit and press and hold the head screwdriver or a power drill to remove. set button Select your lowest temperature, use the up or Reinstall the rear panel.
Page 17 Inkbird Wifi Troubleshooting If issues occur during the pairing process of the Inkbird application on your smartphone. Ensure that the follow- ing conditions are met before pairing the device. • Smartphone device is connected to the wifi network of choice. •...
Page 18 MENU NAVIGATION Additional Information The control system inside of the Chill Spa has several menu options that do not apply to the operation of the chill spa. This is due to the contruction and design of the chill spa. If accidental activation of an option occurs, you can use the key to find option “CAnC”...
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Page 22 TA too high Add an alkalinity pH will be too high decreaser to stabilize pH Ideal TA balance balance TA too low Add an alkalinity increaser wildly CH too high Dilute the spa Causes scale to with soft water deposit on spa and equipment Ideal CH balance balance...
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Page 25 CalSpas UV Filtration System The UV water sanitizer is an optional water purification system installed at the factory. It eradicates germs in the water that are resistant to chlorine-based chemicals using high intensity UV light. Although the water sanitizer works automatically with your spa, you will still need to test for chlorine or bromine and replenish it to return the sanitizer level to the baseline.
Page 26 General Maintenance Schedule General Maintenance Schedule Each time you refill the spa Refill through the filter canister using a prefilter attached to the hose. www.calspas.com 21 26 www.calspas.com...
Page 27 Cover and Locking System Important! Keep the Chill Spa covered when not in use! • Covering your spa helps prevent children from drowning in the spa. • Covered spas will use less electricity in maintaining your In addition, while the spa cover is rigid, it is not designed to set temperature.
Page 28 Cleaning Your Chill Spa Spa Cover and Pillows Due to the constant punishment your spa cover and pillows receive, you should protect them by applying a vinyl and leather cleaner as part of your monthly maintenance plan. Use a product that is specifically designed to protect spa covers and pillows from chemical and ultraviolet light damage without leaving an oily residue behind that is normally associated with common automotive vinyl protectants.
Page 29 Removing and Reseating the Pillows You can remove the pillows for cleaning and maintenance quickly and easily. This method works for all types of pillows. Grab the lower edge of the pillow with both hands firmly and pull up. As you do this, the pillow inserts will pop out of the holes.
Page 30 Winterizing (Cold Climate Draining) In many areas in the country, during the winter ambient temperatures can fall bellow 32°F (0°C) we recommend that you al- In many areas of the country, the ambient temperature drops below 32˚F (0°C). We recommend that you always have ways have your spa full of water and running at a higher than normal Chill Spa temperature (set chiller temp to 60°F or higher).
Page 31 Preventing Freeze Damage Winter Weather Care: The chill spa is designed to operate year round, the insulated chill spa is able to resist changes in ambient temperature in most climates. As long as the unit is running during the cold months of the year the spas internal pump and heater will maintain a steady temperature.
Page 32 Draining Your Chill Spa Your Chill Spa should be drained based on usage, a good rule of thumb is to drained and refilled when the spa water is Your Chill Spa should be drained every three to six months for cleaning and maintenance and refilled with fresh tap water. cloudy or emitting an odor, even with proper chemical balancing you should drain the spa water after three to six months.
Page 33 Troubleshooting & Q and A The Chill Spa has not gone down in temperture in over an hour: The Chill Spa’s cooling system may require additonal programing. removal of the left side exhaust panel will be necessary to confirm the cooler is in the correct low temperture range. The use of a philips screwdriver or electric drill is needed.
Page 34 To obtain service in the event of a defect covered by this Limited Warranty, notify your Cal and materials Spas dealer or Cal Spas as soon as possible and use all reasonable means to protect the spa from further damage. Upon proof of purchase, a designated service representative will correct the defect subject to the terms and conditions contained in this Limited Warranty.
Page 35 Structural This limited warranty covers defects within the spas fiberglass structural shell. This includes sudden spa shell col- lapse, leaking through the shell, and separation between the spa shell and spa acrylic, caused by faulty bonding. This does not include separation due to micro-abrasions, pin holes in the shell, or warping/bubbling due to sun exposure.
Page 36 If a defect is found within the first 90 days of ownership, your Cal Spas dealer and Cal Spas can directly assist the spa owner filing a claim and replacing the spa cover if deemed necessary.
Page 37 The servicing dealer may charge the owner a travel/service fee as well as a diagnose fee if the cause of the issue is unknown, these charges are not covered under warranty. Your spa dealer nor Cal Spas is re- sponsible for damages or costs to rebuild decks, cement structures, or other decor/structures placed against the sides of the spa.
Page 38 All warranty service must be performed by the manufacture or its designated representative using authorized Cal Spas parts. No agent, dealer, distributor, service company, or other party is authorized to change, modify, or extend the terms of this limited warranty in any manner whatsoever. The manufacture will not be responsible for any statements or representations made in any form that go beyond, are broader than, or are inconsistent with any authorized literature or specifications furnished by Cal Spas.
Page 39 Spa owners who have purchased a Cal Spa, and the spas final resting place is not in the United States or Canada, Cal Spas will be able to send components and parts directly to the spa customer if the original Cal Spa dealer is not within range of the spa.
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Page 41 Part Numbers 2’’ Jet Insert: Filter Assembley With Weir: PLUCS2441009S-CDCL FIL11700322 2’’ Jet Body/Housing: PLU21702560 Optional Item Main LED Light: Wifi Module: LIT16100333 ELE09000100 Escape/Platinum 15 Sqft Filter: Calspas Carbon Fiber Finish Pillow: FIL11703155 ACC01401102 Chill Spa Control Panel: Optional Item ELE-LX1015P (Controller) ELE-LX1005-OL (Overlay) UV Sanitation System:...
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