Section 1. General Information; Introduction; Consumer Information And Safety; Spa/Hot Tub Safety Rules - Jandy LXi Installation And Operation Manual

Section 1. General Information

1.1

Introduction

This manual provides installation and operation
instructions for the LXi ™
these installation and operation instructions completely
before proceeding with the installation. Consult the
Jandy factory, or local factory representative, with
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any questions regarding this equipment.
Certain sections of this manual are specifi c to
either United States or Canadian installations, and are
labeled as such.
The LXi heater gets electrical power from an
external 120VAC or 240VAC source and provides a
dual electronic thermostat control system for pool/spa
combinations or preheat convenience.
The LXi heater is specifi cally designed for heat-
ing fresh water swimming pools and spas, and with
proper installation and care, they will provide years of
reliable service. Do not use the heater to maintain pool
or spa water temperature below 70°F. Do not use it as
a heating boiler or general service water heater or to
heat salt water. Consult your dealer for the appropriate
Jandy products for these applications.
In the LXi heater, operation is achieved through
use of a special "premix" combustion system. The
operation of this type of system is affected by fuel gas
properties. As noted in the troubleshooting and main-
tenance sections of this manual, adjustments may be
necessary if the local gas supply is of especially high
or low heat content.
1.2

Consumer Information and Safety

The LXi heater is designed and manufactured to
provide many years of safe and reliable service when
installed, operated, and maintained according to the
information in this manual and the installation codes
referred to in later sections. Throughout the manual
safety warnings are identifi ed by the "
safety cautions are surrounded by a border. Be sure to
read and comply with all of the warnings and cautions.
1.2.1

Spa/Hot Tub Safety Rules

WARNING
The following "Safety Rules for Hot Tubs," recom-
mended by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission, should be observed when using
the spa.
LXi Pool/Spa Heater Installation and Operation Manual
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pool and spa heaters. Read
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AVERTISSEMENT
Les Règlements suivants pour Cuves Thermales,
tel que recommandés par la Commission U.S. de
Sécurité des Produits pour les Consommateurs,
devraient être respectés lors de l'utilisation du spa.
WARNING
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
warns that elevated water temperature can be haz-
ardous. Consult heater operation and installation
instructions for water temperature guidelines before
setting temperature.
AVERTISSEMENT
La U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
indique que des températures de l'eau élevées peu-
vent être dangereuses. Voir la notice d'installation et
de fonctionnement pour le réglage de la
température.
1. Spa or hot tub water temperature should never
exceed 104°F (40°C). One hundred degrees
Fahrenheit (100°F [38°C]) is considered safe for
a healthy adult. Special caution is recommended
for young children.
2. The drinking of alcoholic beverages before or
during spa or hot tub use can cause drowsiness
which could lead to unconsciousness, and subse-
quently result in drowning.
3. Pregnant women take note! Soaking in water
above 102°F (38.5°C) can cause fetal damage
during the fi rst three months of pregnancy (which
could result in the birth of a brain-damaged or
deformed child). If pregnant women are going to
use a spa or hot tub, they should make sure the
water temperature is below 100°F (38°C)
maximum.
4. The water temperature should always be checked
with an accurate thermometer before entering a
spa or hot tub. Temperature controls may vary by
as much as 1F° (1C°).
5. Persons with a medical history of heart disease,
diabetes, circulatory or blood pressure problems
should consult their physician before using a hot
tub or spa.
6. Persons taking any medication which induces
drowsiness (e.g., tranquilizers, antihistamines, or
anticoagulants) should not use spas or hot tubs.
7. Prolonged immersion in hot water can induce
hyperthermia.
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