Master Spas TS 6.1 Owner's Manual

Master Spas TS 6.1 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 3 MASTER SPAS TWILIGHT OWNER’S MANUAL Welcome To Ultimate Relaxation! Thank you for choosing your new spa built by Master Spas. Please read the entire Owner’s Manual before installing and using your spa. The goal of this manual is to provide you with safety and operational information plus some tips that will help you enjoy your spa to its fullest.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Why chemicals are important in a spa ..............28 maintenance Recommendations ................29 Winterizing Your spa ....................30 Twilight spa specifications ..................31 Twilight spa (Ts 6.1, Ts 7.1, Ts 7.15, Ts 8.1) Controls ......................32-33 Twilight spa (Ts 7.2, Ts 7.25, Ts 8.2, Ts 8.3) Controls ......................34-35 Twilight spa (Ts 120, Ts 240) Controls ......................
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    It’s time to relax! You now have your very own portable spa by Master Spas, Inc. By fully understanding the operation of each of the features of your new Master Spa, you will be assured of many years of hassle-free, hot water therapy and fun.
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS impoRTanT safeTY insTRUcTions When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should be observed including the following: Read and folloW all insTRUcTions WARNING – To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
  • Page 7: Important Safety

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS impoRTanT safeTY insTRUcTions (conT.) (For units with GFCI) WARNING – This product is provided with a ground-fault circuit interrupter locat- ed on the front panel of selected swim spas and on the power cord of 120 volt convertible spas. The GFCI must be tested before each use. With the product operating, open the service door.
  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS impoRTanT safeTY insTRUcTions (conT.) b) Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 38˚C (100˚F). c) Before entering a spa, the user should measure the water temperature since the tolerance of water temperature- regulating devices varies.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS impoRTanT safeTY insTRUcTions (conT.) DANGER – To reduce the risk of injury to persons, do not remove the suction grate. Suction through drains and skimmers is powerful when the jets in the spa are in use. Damaged covers can be hazardous to small children and adults with long hair. Should any part of the body be drawn into these fittings, turn off the spa immediately.
  • Page 10 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS impoRTanT safeTY insTRUcTions (conT.) The unit should be subjected to periodic routine maintenance once every quarter to make sure that the it is operating properly. DANGER – Risk of Electric Shock. A green colored terminal or a terminal marked G, GR, Ground, Grounding or the symbol shown in Figure 14.1 of UL 1563 is located inside the supply terminal box or compartment.
  • Page 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WaRninG: CHILDREN SHOULD NOT USE SPAS OR HOT TUBS WITHOUT ADULT SUPERvISION aveRTissemenT: NE PAS LAISSER LES ENFANTS UTILISER UNE CUvE DE RELAx- ATION SANS SURvEILLANCE WaRninG: DO NOT USE SPAS OR HOT TUBS UNLESS ALL SUCTION GUARDS ARE INSTALLED TO PREvENT BODY AND HAIR ENTRAPMENT.
  • Page 12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WaRninG: BEFORE ENTERING THE SPA OR HOT TUB MEASURE THE WATER TEM- PERATURE WITH AN ACCURATE THERMOMETER aveRTissemenT: AvANT D’UTILISER UNE CUvE DE RELAxATION MESURER LA TEMPéRATURE DE L’EAU À L’AIDE D’UN THERMOMéTRE PRéCIS WaRninG: DO NOT USE A SPA OR HOT TUB IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING STRENU- OUS ExERCISE aveRTissemenT: NE PAS UTILISER UNE CUvE DE RELAxATION IMMéDIATEMENT...
  • Page 13: Glossary Of Spa Terminology

    GLOSSARY OF SPA TERMINOLOGY 1. dRaininG YoUR spa. The drain is located behind the front panel on the far right side. You can access the drain by unscrewing the corner screws and removing the corner panel. Grasp the drain cap, and pull the assembly out all the way.
  • Page 14: Electrical Installation Requirements

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS For TS 120 Only have YoUR elecTRician Read The folloWinG infoRmaTion befoRe insTallaTion beGins Electrical connections made improperly, or the use of wire gauge sizes for incurring power which are too small, may continually blow fuses in the electrical equipment box, may damage the internal electrical controls an components, may be unsafe and in any case will void your warranty.
  • Page 15 All Master Spas equipment packs are wired for 240 vAC only. The only electrical supply for your spa must include a 50 AMP switch or circuit breaker to open all non-grounded supply conductors to comply with section 422-20 of the National Electrical Code.
  • Page 16: Wiring Schematic

    WIRING SCHEMATIC - 240 vOLT SPA HOOk-UP Balboa G.F.C.I Breaker Box Instruments Incorporated Wire Key Green (Ground) Red (Hot) Black (Hot) White (Neutral) House Breaker Box Spa System Box WHITE (NEUTRAL) BLACK (HOT) RED (HOT) GREEN (GROUND) GRN (GROUND) NOTE: For a 240 V BLK (HOT) dedicated hook-up, the BLK (HOT)
  • Page 17: Site Preparation / General Guidelines

    2) if the spa is being installed indoors, dimension limitations such as stairs, ceilings and walls must be taken into consideration. Please have your Master Spas dealer or delivery service review site or installation plans prior to delivery. 3) surface/pad Requirements - When your new spa is filled with water and bathers, it may weigh as much as several tons.
  • Page 18 Here again, with proper planning, no matter what room your spa goes in, it will be your favorite room. • Work with your Master Spas dealer and contractor to insure all local building, electrical and plumbing codes are met • Plan for a floor drain to drain off excess water or for draining and cleaning your spa •...
  • Page 19: Installation Instructions

    Due to the nature of water flow and hydro-therapy pumps, please be advised that air locking of pumps may occur. Master Spas has taken measures to reduce the possibility of this, but it still may occur, especially after refilling a spa.
  • Page 20: Water Chemistry Terms You Should Know

    WATER CHEMISTRY TERMS YOU SHOULD kNOW Before jumping into the Spa Water Maintenance, here are some terms to help you. 1. parts per million, or ppm: This is a form of measurement used in most pool or spa chemical readings. Best described as any one million like items of equal size and make up, next to one unlike item , but of equal size.
  • Page 21 WATER CHEMISTRY TERMS YOU SHOULD kNOW Before jumping into the Spa Water Maintenance, here are some terms to help you. 7. filtration: Filters are necessary to remove particles of dust, dirt, algae, etc. that are continuously entering the water. If the spa is not operated long enough each day for the filter to do a proper job, this puts a burden on the chemicals, causing extra expense.
  • Page 22: Spa Water Maintenance

    SPA WATER MAINTENANCE TS 6.2 • TS 7.2 • TS 7.25 • TS 8.2 • TS 8.3 special noTe ECO PUR™ water filter system is designed to reduce the use of chemicals in your spa. You will still be required, periodically, based on usage to add a small amount of chlorine to oxidize organic compounds in the water.
  • Page 23: Water Quality Maintenance Start-Up

    WATER QUALITY MAINTENANCE START-UP TS 6.2 • TS 7.2 • TS 7.25 • TS 8.2 • TS 8.3 for eco pUR™ Water filter system Your spa should be filled using a Pre-filter, which can be obtained Step 1: from your local dealer. This Pre-filter will help remove many of the minerals existing in the water, which will make adjusting the water balance easier after a new fill.
  • Page 24: Advantages Of Eco Pur

    THE ADvANTAGES OF ECO PUR™ FILTRATION TS 6.2 • TS 7.2 • TS 7.25 • TS 8.2 • TS 8.3 • Helps remove calcium carbonate and hydrogen sulphide from spa water to protect heaters and equipment from precipitation. • Helps stabilize the pH and alkalinity of the spa water. •...
  • Page 25: Water Quality Maintenance Schedule - Eco Pur

    WATER QUALITY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE befoRe each Use - Check spa water with a test strip for proper sanitation levels and adjust accordingly to the proper levels. once a WeeK - Add 3 Tablespoons of a non-chlorine shock or 1 teaspoon of Dichlor to spa per 250 gallons. 3 Times a WeeK - Test water using chemical test strips.
  • Page 26: Spa Water Maintenance Start-Up

    SPA WATER MAINTENANCE - START-UP 1. Read the spa owners manual first. 2. Clean the surface with a spa general purpose cleaner or wipe down with a clean wet towel. 3. Begin filling the spa with fresh water. If possible, do not use softened water. 4.
  • Page 27 SPA WATER MAINTENANCE - START-UP daY one 1. Test and adjust total alkalinity if necessary to between 80 to 150 ppm using the pH / alkalinity increaser or decreaser 1oz. at a time. Wait 15 minutes, retest and adjust if necessary. The pump should be running on high speed during this time with the air controls closed.
  • Page 28 SPA WATER MAINTENANCE - START-UP daY foUR sKip daY five 1. Test and adjust total alkalinity, if necessary, to between 80 and 150 ppm using the pH / alkalinity increaser or decreaser, 1oz. at a time. Wait 15 minutes, retest and adjust if necessary. The pump should be running on high speed during this time with the air controls closed.
  • Page 29: Water Maintenance Trouble-Shooting Guide

    SPA WATER MAINTENANCE TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE pRoblem possible caUses hoW To fix iT Chlorine / Bromine Odor • Excessive Chlorine or • Shock water with non- bromine levels chlorine shock treatment • Low pH • Adjust pH if necessary Water Odor •...
  • Page 30: Why Chemicals Are Important In A Spa

    WHY CHEMICALS ARE IMPORTANT IN A SPA 1. evaporation: As water evaporates, only pure water evaporates, leaving the salts, minerals, metals, and any unused chemicals behind. Adding water adds more salts, minerals, and metals. In time, the water can become saturated with these dissolved solids and can cause stains or scale to form on the walls of the spa or a scale build up inside the equipment.
  • Page 31: Maintenance Recommendations

    MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS Your spa requires periodic draining and cleaning to ensure a safe, healthy environment. It is recommended that you clean your spa at least every 180 days. Heavy bather load will require cleaning it more often. To dRain YoUR spa •...
  • Page 32: Winterizing Your Spa

    9.) Replace access panels. 10.) Cover spa to prevent water from entering the spa. * disclaimer: master spas does not recommend winterizing your spa. if you choose to do so, any damage that may result is not covered under the spa warranty.
  • Page 33: Twilight Spa Specifications

    Weight dimensions electrical capacity dry/full Therapy (in.) Requirements (gallons) (lbs.) pumps count Ts 6.1 78 x 78 x 34 240v, 580 / 50 Amp 3,245 Ts 6.2 78 x 78 x 34 240v, 630 / 50 Amp 3,295 Ts 7.1...
  • Page 34: Twilight Spa (Ts 6.1, Ts 7.1, Ts 7.15, Ts 8.1) Controls

    TWILIGHT SPA – CONTROLS TS 6.1 • TS 7.1 • TS 7.15 • TS 8.1 iniTial sTaRT-Up When your spa is first actuated, it will go into Priming mode, indicated by “ ” The Priming mode will last for less than 5 minutes (press “Temp” to skip Priming Mode) and then the spa will begin to heat the spa and maintain the water temperature in the Standard mode.
  • Page 35: Twilight Spa (Ts 7.2, Ts 7.25, Ts 8.2, Ts 8.3) Controls

    TWILIGHT SPA – CONTROLS TS 6.1 • TS 7.1 • TS 7.15 • TS 8.1 l.e.d. lights Press the “Light” button to turn the light on and off. If you wish to change the “function” of the lights, turn the lights off, then on within 5 seconds. If you wish to leave the lights in the same “function”...
  • Page 36: Controls

    TWILIGHT SPA – CONTROLS TS 6.2 • TS 7.2 • TS 7.25 • TS 8.2 • TS 8.3 iniTial sTaRT-Up When your spa is first actuated, it will go into Priming mode, indicated by “ ” Be sure the pumps and heating system are free of air by cycling the pumps on and off with the spa-side panel buttons.
  • Page 37: Controls

    TWILIGHT SPA – CONTROLS TS 6.2 • TS 7.2 • TS 7.25 • TS 8.2 • TS 8.3 l.e.d. lights Press the “Light” button to turn the light on and off. If you wish to change the “function” of the lights, turn the lights off, then on within 5 seconds. If you wish to leave the lights in the same “function”...
  • Page 38 TWILIGHT SPA – CONTROLS TS 120 • TS 240 iniTial sTaRT-Up When your spa is first actuated, it will go into Priming mode, indicated by “Pr”. The Priming mode will last for less than 5 minutes (press “Warm” or “Cool” to skip Priming mode) the spa will begin to heat and maintain the water temperature in the Standard mode.
  • Page 39 TWILIGHT SPA – CONTROLS TS 120 • TS 240 light Press the “Light” button to turn the light on and off. If left on, the light automatically turns off after 4 hours. mode Mode is changed by pressing the temperature button, then pressing the “warm” or “cool”...
  • Page 40: Diagnostic Messages

    TWILIGHT SPA – DIAGNOSTIC MESSAGES messaGe meaninG acTion ReQUiRed No message on display. The control panel will be disabled until Power has been cut off power returns. Spa settings will be to the spa. preserved until next power up. Temperature After the pump has been running unknown.
  • Page 41 TWILIGHT SPA – DIAGNOSTIC MESSAGES messaGe meaninG acTion ReQUiRed Sensors are out of If the problem persists, contact your balance. If alternating dealer or service organization. with spa temperature, it may just be a temporary condition. If flashing by itself, spa is shut down.
  • Page 42: Twilight Stereo System

    TWILIGHT STEREO SYSTEM Warning: Never remain in your spa longer than 15 minutes per session when the water temperature is above 98˚F. If you wish to spend more time in your spa, whether enjoying music, or just lounging, be sure to keep the spa water at or below body temperature (98.6˚F).
  • Page 43: Twilight Docking Station

    The docking station is compatible with the following iPod™ products Nano™ 3G 4G 8G, iPod Touch™ 8G 16G, iPod Classic™ 80G 160G, and iPod™ 5G 30G 60G 80G. Master Spas, Inc. does not guarantee compatibility with all iPod™ products due to software changes and upgrades.
  • Page 44: Twilight Docking Station

    TWILIGHT DOCkING STATION caUTion – Risk of Electric Shock. Do not leave compartment door open. caUTion – Risk of Electric Shock. Replace components only with identical components; and Do not operate the Audio / video controls while inside the spa. WaRninG –...
  • Page 45: Spa Trouble-Shooting Guide

    SPA TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE noThinG on The spa opeRaTes- 1.) Check the control panel display for any messages. If there is a message, refer to the diagnostic section. There you will find the meaning of the message and what action is to be taken. 2.) If there is no message on your control panel, check and reset the GFCI and house breaker.
  • Page 46: Spa Trouble-Shooting Guide

    SPA TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE spa noT heaTinG * If the spas heater has failed, the majority of the time it will trip the GFCI breaker. If the spa is not heating and has not tripped the breaker, please follow these steps: 1.) Check the control panel for diagnostic messages.
  • Page 47: Regular Maintenance Procedures

    REGULAR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES note: These are areas that will require the spa owner to perform routine maintenance. These are not areas covered under the warranty of the spa. cleaninG JeTs The majority of jets in your spa can individually be turned on/off.
  • Page 48 NOTE: The cover warranty is provided through the cover manufacturer and not through Master Spas. You will need to mail the cover warranty back to the cover manufacturer. caRe of YoUR spa cabineT Your quality Polymer Skirt simply needs to be hosed off periodically.
  • Page 49: Spa Care And Maintenance Record

    SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE drain & clean spa clean filter cartridge soak filter cartridge in solution Test Gfci clean and condition spa cover miscellaneous service miscellaneous service...
  • Page 50 SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE...
  • Page 51 SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE...
  • Page 53 Master Spas, Inc. We cannot and do not accept any responsibility or liability for any other representations, statements or contracts made by any dealer beyond the provisions of our written limited warranty.

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