CalderaSpas Moorea Owner's Manual

CalderaSpas Moorea Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Paradise Series Owner’s Manual • Moorea • Hawaiian • Martinique • Kauai ® ®...
  • Page 2 WELCOME Watkins ® Manufacturing Corporation congratulates you on your decision to enjoy the finest spa available... Welcome to the growing family of Caldera ® Spa owners. Owner’s Manual This Owner’s Manual will acquaint you with the operation and general maintenance of your new spa. We suggest that you take some time to carefully review all sections.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    • Acts Invalidating Warranty ................ • Disclaimers ....................• Watkins Customer Service ................ JET MENU • Paradise Moorea Jet Menu................ SPA TROUBLESHOOTING • Paradise Hawaiian Jet Menu ..............• General Operation Troubleshooting Guide ..........• Paradise Martinique Jet Menu ..............
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AVOIDING THE RISK TO CHILDREN DANGER: • RISK OF CHILD DROWNING. Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents, ensure that children cannot use a spa unless they are supervised at all times. WARNING: •...
  • Page 5: Unclean Water

    SAFETY INFORMATION • Be sure your spa is connected to the power supply correctly - use a licensed electrical contractor. • Disconnect the spa from the power supply before draining the spa or servicing the electrical components. • Test the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter(s) before each use. DON’T: •...
  • Page 6: Important Spa Instructions

    SAFETY INFORMATION AVOIDING THE RISK OF SKIN BURNS: • To reduce the risk of injury before entering a spa, the user should measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of temperature-regulating devices may vary by as much as ±5°F (2°C). •...
  • Page 7: Deck Installation

    INSTALLATION WARNING DECK INSTALLATION To be certain your deck can support your spa, you must know the deck’s maximum load capacity. Consult a qualified building contractor or structural engineer. To find the weight of your spa, its contents and occupants, refer to the Spa Specification chart on back cover.
  • Page 8: Controls And Equipment

    CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT PARADISE MOOREA (MODEL MOA) OVERHEAD VIEW 1. Air Control 5. Air Jet 9. Diverter Valve 13. Control Panel 17. Water Fall Valve 2. Temperature Sensor 6. VersaSsage 10. Drain 14. Pillow ® 3. Euro Directional Jet 7. Euphoria 11.
  • Page 9: Paradise Hawaiian

    CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT PARADISE HAWAIIAN (MODEL HAA) OVERHEAD VIEW 1. Air Control 6. Magna 11. Ozone Jet 16. Waterfall 2. Temperature Sensor 7. Euphoria 12. Control Panel 17. Waterfall Valve ® 3. Euro Directional Jet 8. Diverter Valve 13. Pillow 4.
  • Page 10: Paradise Martinique

    CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® PARADISE MARTINIQUE (MODEL MRA) OVERHEAD VIEW 1. Air Control 5. Magna 9. Drain 13. Pillow 2. Euro Directional Jet 6. VersaSsage 10. Light 14. Filter Compartment ® 3. Temperature Sensor 7. Grab Rail 11. Ozone Jet 4.
  • Page 11: Paradise Kauai

    CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® PARADISE KAUAI (MODEL KAA) OVERHEAD VIEW 1. Air Control 5. Grab Rail 9. Ozone Jet 13. Temperature Sensor 2. Euro Directional Jet 6. Diverter Valve 10. Control Panel 3. Euro-Pulse 7. Drain 11. Pillow ® 4. VersaSsage 8.
  • Page 12: Electrical Installation

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND PRECAUTIONS Your Caldera ® Spa has been carefully designed to give you maximum safety against electrical shock. Connecting the spa to an improperly wired circuit will negate many of the spa’s safety features. Improper wiring may also cause electrocution, risk of fire, and other risks of injuries. Please read and follow the electrical installation requirements and instructions for your spa completely! SERVICE NOTE: All Caldera spas have diagnostic functions that are displayed on the control panel.
  • Page 13 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION WARNING: Removing or bypassing any GFCI breaker will result in an unsafe spa and will void the spa’s warranty. IMPORTANT: Should you ever find the need to move or relocate your Caldera ® spa, it is essential that you understand and apply these installation requirements. Your Caldera spa has been carefully engineered to provide maximum safety against electric shock.
  • Page 14: Start-Up And Refill Procedures

    START-UP AND REFILL PROCEDURES Your Caldera spa has been thoroughly tested during the manufacturing process to ensure reliability and long-term customer satisfaction. A small amount of water may ® have remained in the plumbing after testing and, as a result, may have spotted the spa shell or the spa siding prior to delivery. Before filling the spa, clear all debris from the spa and wipe the spa shell clean with a soft rag.
  • Page 15: Customizing Your Massage

    TIP: Turn both pumps on and place the diverter valves to the “Mid-Position”, then experiment with each of the air controls to see their effect. WATERFALL VALVE The Moorea spa is equipped with a cascading waterfall feature. It is activated by pressing JETS2 and turning the valve, located on the front interior wall, counterclockwise.
  • Page 16: Air Jets

    NOTE: For an even greater intense massage, pull the nozzle of the Euphoria jet upwards to increase and maximize jet flow. AIR JETS The air jet system consists of a 1 HP air pump and 10 air jet found on the Moorea and Hawaiian spas. The air jets deliver air bubbles to provide a subtle pulsation for gentle, soft-tissue massage.
  • Page 17: Jet Menu

    JET MENU PARADISE MOOREA Jet Pump 1–Jet System 1 Jet Pump 1–Jet System 2 Located in Ultra Massage seat – left Located in Ultra Massage seat – left • 6 Sole Soothers • 3 VersaSsage jets ® • 3 VersaSsage ®...
  • Page 18: Paradise Hawaiian Jet Menu

    JET MENU PARADISE HAWAIIAN Jet Pump 1–Jet System 1 Jet Pump 1–Jet System 2 Located in Ecsta Seat ® – back left • 2 VersaSsage ® jets on front left wall • 10 Euro Directional jets • 1 Magna jet on back wall ™...
  • Page 19: Paradise Martinique Jet Menu

    JET MENU ® PARADISE MARTINIQUE Jet Pump 1–Jet System 1 Located in Ecsta Seat ® – back left • 8 Euro Directional jets Located in LumbarSsage ® seat – back right • 4 Euro Directional jets • 2 VersaSsage ® jets Located in Center seat •...
  • Page 20: Paradise Kauai Jet Menu

    JET MENU ® PARADISE KAUAI Jet Pump–Jet System 2 Jet Pump–Jet System 1 Located in Ultra Massage lounge Located in Ultra Massage lounge • 6 Sole Soothers • 6 Sole Soothers ® • 3 VersaSsage jets • 3 VersaSsage ® jets •...
  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS JETS 1 button TEMP (up) button ™ Moorea • Hawaiian Activates Jets pump 1 Increases the temperature AIR button Activates the Air Jets SET button CLEAN button Increases the temperatures used to Activates a ten minute clean cycle initiate advance panel features.
  • Page 22: Main Control Panel Buttons And Display

    ® ) activates jet pump 2. On the Moorea, “JETS 2” also activates the cascading waterfall feature. When the “JETS 2” button is pressed, the jets symbol will illuminate on the control panel display. The symbol will remain lit until the button is pressed to turn off jet pump 2, or after one hour of continuous operation when the pump automatically shuts off.
  • Page 23: Summer Mode

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHT CONTROL The “LIGHT” button activates the light and controls the intensity. Pressing the “LIGHT” button operates the light as follows: • 1st press of the “LIGHT” button – light will turn on to the maximum intensity. • 2nd press of the “LIGHT” button – light will turn to medium intensity. •...
  • Page 24: Equipment Compartment

    EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT JET PUMP SIDE 4b - Discharge 4a - Suction Moorea , Hawaiianand Martinique (NOTE: Martinique does not have an air blower - 4) ™ ® Kauai ® Jet Pump #1 Jet Pump #2 ® Ozone Injector (Included with the Optional Monarch...
  • Page 25: Controls Side

    EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT CONTROLS SIDE Advent Control Box System ® ® B. EnergyPro Circulation Pump C. EnergyProFlow-Through Heater ® D. Monarch CD Ozone Generator (optional) ® SpaGlo LED Light System (optional)
  • Page 26: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE FILTER MAINTENANCE At least once a week, check and clean the skimmer basket and weir to ensure proper filter FLOATING WEIR flow. Remove leaves, foreign matter, and debris. It is very important to keep your spa filter cartridge clean and free of particles to ensure proper water flow. A clean filter permits the hydrotherapy system to function properly and also allows more efficient filter cycles.
  • Page 27: Draining Your Spa

    MAINTENANCE DRAINING YOUR SPA 1. Turn off all GFCI breakers in sub-panel, or main electrical panel. Step 1 2. Locate the main drain valve for the spa. Pull on handle (Step1) until you reach the mid position (Step 2) then rotate handle slightly to fully extended drain tube (drain cap and 1”...
  • Page 28: Care Of The Spa Pillows

    MAINTENANCE CARE OF THE SPA PILLOWS The spa pillows will provide years of comfort if treated with care. They have been positioned above the water level to minimize the bleaching effects of chlorinated water and other spa water chemicals. To extend their life, whenever the spa shell is being cleaned, the spa pillows should be removed and cleaned. Body oils can be removed with a mild soap and water solution.
  • Page 29: Water Quality And Maintenance

    WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE It’s important to have clean water. Water maintenance is one of the least understood, yet most important areas of spa ownership. Your dealer can guide you through the process of achieving and maintaining perfect water in your spa, given your local conditions. Your program will depend on your water’s mineral content, how often you use your spa, and how many people use it.
  • Page 30: The Watkins Spa Water Maintenance Program

    WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: High sanitizer levels can cause discomfort to the user’s eyes, lungs and skin. Always allow the sanitizer level to fall to the recommended range before using the spa. IMPORTANT “SUPER CHLORINATION/NON-CHLORINE SHOCK TREATMENT” NOTE: After administering a super chlorination treatment or non-chlorine shock to your spa, leave the cover open for a minimum of 20 minutes to allow the oxidizer gas to vent.
  • Page 31: Total Alkalinity

    WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE MAINTAINING THE SANITIZER LEVEL A. Sanitizer is extremely important for killing algae, bacteria and viruses, and preventing unwanted organisms from growing in the spa. At the same time, you don’t want too high a sanitizer level, or it can irritate your skin, lungs, and eyes. B.
  • Page 32: Chlorine (Sodium Dichlor)

    WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE 2. Remove the filter compartment cover. 3. Make sure the filter compartment is clear of any floating objects. 4. Drain the spa using the recommended procedures found in the Owner’s Manual. PLEASE NOTE: The Monarch ® silver cartridge CANNOT be used with bromine, sodium bromide or biguanides.
  • Page 33: Super Chlorination

    WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE specific chemical characteristics. It is extremely important that the one you choose is specifically designed for use in spas. Use of an incorrect product such as tri- chloro, which has a very low pH (2.6), dissolves too quickly in hot water resulting in extremely high levels of chlorine, and is designed for concrete or plaster swimming pools, WILL cause damage to your spa.
  • Page 34: Monarch ® Cd Ozone System

    WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE Normal soap build-up will require water replacement regularly enough that mineral deposits normally are not a problem. Occasionally, high iron or copper content in the water may produce green or brown stains on the spa. A stain and scale inhibitor may help to reduce these metals. NOTE: Well water may contain high concentrations of minerals.
  • Page 35: Common Water Chemistry Questions

    WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Contact your Caldera ® Spa Dealer if your spa requires troubleshooting beyond the scope of this manual. Monarch ozone systems should only be serviced by a qualified technician. WARRANTY NOTE: Cleaning of the ozone injector is not covered under the warranty. Refer to the Ozone section of this manual for ozone injector cleaning instructions.. DOS AND DON’TS •...
  • Page 36 WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE The following chemical terms are used in this Water Quality and Maintenance section. Understanding their meaning will help you to better understand the water maintenance process. Bromamines: Compounds formed when bromine combines with nitrogen from body oils, urine, perspiration, etc. Unlike chloramines, bromamines have no pungent odor and are effective sanitizers.
  • Page 37: Spa Water Maintenance Troubleshooting Guide

    WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE SPA WATER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Probable causes Solutions Cloudy Water • Dirty filter • Clean filter • Excessive oils / organic matter • Shock spa with sanitizer • Improper sanitization • Add sanitizer • Suspended particles / organic matter •...
  • Page 38: Service

    SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS SERVICE INFORMATION The control and high limit thermostats are equipped with electronic sensors that are connected to the spa’s plumbing. Never cut, or kink the wires that connect the sensors to the thermostats within the control box. The jet pump is equipped with a thermal overload cutoff switch that is designed to protect the pump from overheating. If the pump shuts itself off in an older spa, it could indicate failure of the pump motor bearings.
  • Page 39: Spa Troubleshooting

    SPA TROUBLESHOOTING If your spa doesn’t seem to be working the way you believe it should, please review the “start-up” and “operation” instructions in this manual. If this doesn’t help you correct the problem, follow the appropriate instructions below. If the problem still is not resolved, call your Caldera dealer. GENERAL OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Probable causes...
  • Page 40 KAUAI 09/06 ©2005 Watkins Manufacturing Corporation. Caldera Spas, Moorea, Martinique, Kauai, Monarch, SpaGlo, Advent, EnergyPro, Pure Comfort, EcstaSeat, Euro-Pulse, VersaSsage, OrbiSsage, LumbarSsage, Sole Soothers, Euphoria, and The Home Relaxation Specialists are trademarks of Watkins Manufacturing Corporation. BaquaSpa is a trademark of AVECIA, Inc. Magna and MagnaSsage are trademarks of Hydro Air-ITT Industries.

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