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S E R I E S 7 8 0 Certa ™ | Chelsee ® | Dover ™ | Hamilton ™ | Montclair ™ O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L 6530-436Z Rev. A...
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Attention New Spa Owner! Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sundance ® 780 Series spa! The following is a list of automated functions and maintenance recommendations for your new spa. Automated functions have been listed below in an attempt to...
Important Spa Owner Information ® Your new Sundance 780 Series Spa is constructed to the highest standards and is capable of providing many years of trouble-free use. However, because heat retentive materials are utilized to insulate the spa for efficient operation, an uncovered acrylic spa surface and wall fittings directly exposed to sunlight and high temperatures for an extended period are subject to permanent damage or discoloration.
780 SERIES Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY! This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specifications outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act” (VGB Safety Act). When installing and using this spa, basic safety precautions...
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780 SERIES DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK OR DEATH FROM ELECTROCUTION! • Install the spa at least 5 feet (1.5m), from all metal surfaces. As an alternative, a spa may be installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently connected (bonded) by a minimum No.
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780 SERIES • Lower water temperatures are recommended for young children (children are especially sensitive to hot water) and when spa use may exceed 10 minutes. • The Consumer Products Safety Commission/USA has stated that the water temperature in a spa should not exceed 104°F (40°C).
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780 SERIES WARNING: TO DECREASE RISK OF INFECTION OR DISEASE! • To reduce the risk of contracting a waterborne illness (e.g. an infection, bacteria or virus) and/or respiratory ailments, maintain water chemistry within the parameters listed on the inside cover of this manual and consult with a licensed engineer regarding proper ventilation if installed indoors or in an enclosed area.
780 SERIES Hot Tub Safety Literature To ensure you have a safe and enjoyable hot tub experience, learn all you can about hot tub safety and emergency procedures. Especially useful are the brochures listed below: • Children Aren’t Waterproof •...
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780 SERIES DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DROWNING! Hair entrapment: May occur if hair is entangled, knotted or snagged in a drain suction or skimmer assembly. This has been reported in persons who when submerge themselves underwater, allowing hair to come close and/or within the reach of the suction fittings, suction covers or skimmer assembly.
For additional or replacement Warning Signs please contact your local Sundance spas dealer and reference item number #6530-082. Important Additional CSA Safety Instructions (Canada Only) When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1.
General Electrical Safety Instructions ® Your new Sundance 780 Series Spa is equipped with a "state-of- the-art" equipment system. It contains the most advanced safety and self-protective equipment in the industry. Nonetheless, this spa must be installed properly to ensure dependable usage. Please contact your local Sundance dealer or local building department should you have any questions regarding your installation.
780 SERIES Choosing A Location IMPORTANT: Because of the combined weight of the spa, water and users, it is extremely important that the base upon which the spa rests be smooth, flat, level and capable of uniformly supporting this weight, without shifting or settling, for the entire time the spa is in place.
780 SERIES • The closeness to trees and shrubbery (remember that leaves and birds could create extra work in keeping the spa clean). • A sheltered environment (less wind and weather exposure can result in lowered operation and maintenance costs).
780 SERIES • PROPER VENTILATION: Proper ventilation should be discussed with an Engineer or authority competent enough to understand the necessary provisions needed to vent moist or heated air and air associated with chemical odors outdoors. When the spa is in...
780 SERIES North American 60 Hz Power Options North American Dover Convertible Models (60 Hz) 120V/15A* 240V/30A* 240V/40A** Voltage: 120 VAC 240 VAC 240 VAC # of Wires: 3 (15A GFCI 4 (Hard Wired 4 (Hard Wired Cord, US Models...
780 SERIES Export 50 Hz Power Options Export 1-Pump Dover Models (50 Hz) 230V/20A* 230V/30A** Voltage: 230 VAC 230 VAC # of Wires: Frequency: 50 Hz 50 Hz Current Draw: Circuit Breaker: 20A* 30A** * In the 20A configuration, the heater will not operate while the jets pump is running in high speed.
780 SERIES Electrical Wiring Instructions IMPORTANT NOTICE: The electrical wiring of this spa must meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and any applicable state or local codes. The electrical circuit must be installed by a qualified electrician and approved by a local building/electrical inspection authority.
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780 SERIES 5. The electrical supply for this product must include a suitably rated switch or circuit breaker to open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply with Section 422-20 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70. The disconnecting means must be readily accessible and visible to the hot tub’s occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5m)
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780 SERIES Figure B Control Box Terminal Block Bonding Lug Grounding Terminal Figure-D Figure-C to Circuit Board to Circuit Move Red Board Wire Here North American Dover Convertible Models: North American Dover Convertible Models: 120 VAC, 3-Wire Connection (60 Hz)
780 SERIES Spa Fill Up Procedure For best results, read each step in its entirety before proceeding with that step. 1. Prepare The Spa For Filling • Clear all debris from the spa. (Although the spa shell has been polished at the factory, you may want to treat it with a specially formulated spa cleaner.) Consult your dealer for additional...
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780 SERIES 4. Activate Jets Pumps Turn on all jet(s) pumps to ensure proper mixing when adding start-up chemical in step 5. 5. Add Start-Up Chemicals Add the spa water chemicals as recommended by your Sundance dealer. See Section titled “Water Quality Maintenance” (page 41) for general guidance.
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780 SERIES Important Heater Details: • The maximum temperature for which the spa can be set is 104°F (40°C) and the minimum is 65°F (18°C). • For North American 2-pump spas powered by a 40 amp service, jets pump #1 must be set to low speed and jets pump #2 must be turned off to operate the heater.
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780 SERIES CAUTION: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR SPA DAMAGE! Never add chlorine tablets (trichlor) or acid to your hot tub for any reason! These chemicals may damage components within your hot tub, burn or irritate your skin, create a rash, and void the manufacturer warranty for your spa.
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780 SERIES CAUTION: TO DECREASE BUILD UP ON COMPONENTS AND MINIMIZE ACRYLIC DAMAGE. Never fill with water from a water softener. If your water is extremely “hard”, it is preferable to fill half-way with hard water and the rest of the way with softened water.
780 SERIES Control Functions Control Panel A. LED Display: Can display current water temperature 2 Pump Panel Shown (default display), water temperature set point, selected filtration/heating mode, and error messages. B. Heat Indicator: Lit when heater is on. C. Warmer ( ) Button: Increases water temperature set point.
780 SERIES General Spa Features And Controls Hamilton model illustrated - Jet locations and features will vary by model. Spa features subject to change without notice. Control Panel 12. Waterfall Control (On/Off) Filter Lid and Filter Cartridge 13. Mini-Vortex Jets (8) Air Controls (3) 14.
780 SERIES Operating Instructions The spa control system has automatic functions that operate upon startup and normal operation to protect the system. Upon power up, the readout displays the following information: 1. Control panel displays current software release (e.g. 3.60).
780 SERIES C. When the overtemp has been activated, the white decimal point after the last digit will flash on and off every second as an indicator for being in the overtemp mode. Note: Once the temperature goes below 104°F (40°C) and you would like to raise the temperature to 106°F (41°C) again, you will have to...
780 SERIES Multi-Colored LED Light Operation A. Pressing the LIGHT button activates the footwell, waterfall, and air control LED lights in sequence as follows: High - Medium - Low - Off. Anytime the light system has been manually activated, it will automatically turn off after approximately 2 hours.
780 SERIES Waterfall Operation Turn waterfall control valve counterclockwise to increase waterfall output. Turn control valve clockwise to decrease or turn off waterfall output. Note: It takes half of a revolution to change the waterfall from a full off to a full on flow rate.
780 SERIES 10.1 Standard Filtration/Heating Modes (F0-F3) Standard filtration/heating modes are typically selected by customers in cold climates where heat up times are extended due to lower ambient temperatures. In these modes, the set temperature regulates the water temperature throughout the day. The heater will activate as needed throughout the day.
780 SERIES Economy Filtration/Heating Modes F4 1 hour of filtration/heating per day (one 30-minute cycle every 12 hours) F5 1.5 hours of filtration/heating per day (one 30-minute cycle every 8 hours) F6 2 hours of filtration/heating per day (one 30-minute cycle...
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780 SERIES 0 hours of circulation per day 4 hours of circulation per day 8 hours of circulation per day (recommended factory default setting for Certa, Chelsee, Hamilton and Montclair models) 12 hours of circulation per day 16 hours of circulation per day...
780 SERIES 10.6 Programming the CLEARRAY® (Ultraviolet) Water Purification System A. Programming the CLEARRAY System (U) or Corona Discharge Ozone (O3) Press and hold the Jets pump 1 ( ) and Cooler ( ) button at the same time for 3 seconds. Scroll pass the circulation pump programming menus by pressing the Warmer button, Figure 1.
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780 SERIES B. Resetting the duration countdown timer (CLEARRAY System only) Once the duration countdown timer for the CLEARRAY System has reached zero, you will need to reset it, replace the UV bulb and clean the quartz tube. To reset the duration countdown timer:...
780 SERIES 11.0 Spa Maintenance Proper and regular maintenance of your spa will help it retain its beauty and performance. Your authorized Sundance dealer can supply you with all the information, supplies and accessory products you will need to accomplish this.
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780 SERIES DANGER: TURN POWER TO SPA OFF! TO DECREASE RISK OF DEATH, DROWNING, OR ENTRAPMENT, NEVER OPERATE SPA WHEN FILTER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED OR IF SKIMMER ASSEMBLY IS DAMAGED OR ALTERED! Refer to the filter cleaning/replacement procedure: TURN POWER TO HOT TUB OFF!
780 SERIES Periodically, the polyester mesh (pleated) filter will need a more thorough cleaning to remove imbedded oils and minerals. For this, we suggest cleaning as illustrated above (step D), followed by soaking the filter overnight in a plastic container filled with a solution of water and a specially formulated filter cleanser available from your Sundance dealer.
780 SERIES Draining Procedures: 1. Turn off power to spa at breaker. 2. Locate and remove the front synthetic cabinet door (page 40). The door is located directly below the control panel. 3. Locate drain hose line attached to the 2 x 4 wood slat, Figure A.
5. Do not drag or use the flaps/skirt or the cover lock straps to remove the cover. 6. Use only recommended cover lift systems. 7. Use only chemicals and cleaners recommended by Sundance Spas. 8. Remember to keep spa covered when not in use. Maintaining proper water levels assures efficient operation and efficient electrical usage.
780 SERIES 11.6 Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet Your new spa’s synthetic cabinet requires little or no maintenance of any kind. To clean, simply wipe cabinet with a clean towel and mild soap solution. CAUTION: Never spray cabinet with a garden hose for any reason since this action may induce an electrical short in the spa’s electrical equipment.
780 SERIES 7. Loosen the hose clamp on the circulation pump intake behind the control box (Figure A, page 16) and pull the hose off (twist hose back and forth while pulling outward). Tip hose down and allow to drain, then reinstall hose and clamp.
For specific guidance on maintaining water quality, consult your Authorized Sundance Spas dealer who can recommend appropriate chemical products for sanitizing and maintaining your hot tub.
780 SERIES smell of the water. Your authorized Sundance dealer can advise you on the use of these additives. When adding spa shock (chlorine or non- chlorine) or pH balancing chemicals activate the jets pump(s) and leave the spa cover open for a minimum of 20 minutes. By doing this you will allow excessive chemical vapors to exit the spa, protecting pillows and plastic knobs from chemical attack.
780 SERIES 12.4 CLEARRAY® Bulb Replacement and Quartz Tube Maintenance Important: It is MANDATORY that the UV bulb is replaced and the quartz tube be cleaned every 12 months to maintain optimum performance. Figure 1 DANGER: TURN THE SPA BREAKER TO THE OFF...
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780 SERIES Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 3. Remove the black bulb boot (8) by sliding it over the cable away from the quartz seal compression nut (7), Figure 3. 4. Slowly remove the UV bulb (4) out of the quartz tube.
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780 SERIES 14. System Test 1: Assure there is no water dripping from the seal compression nut (7). If water is visible, STOP and tighten the compression nut (7) using a pair of channel lock pliers to a maximum of 1/4 turn. If that does not fix the leak, then repeat quartz tube maintenance process from step 1 through step 13.
780 SERIES 13.0 Error Conditions/Error Messages There are a number of unique functions designed into your spa to protect it from damage and/or aid in troubleshooting. Refer to Sections 13.1-13.9 below for a listing of all possible error messages and their meanings.
780 SERIES 13.5 Panel displays FL1 or FL2 A flashing “FL1” display means the flow switch is malfunctioning open, the circulation pump’s filter cartridge is excessively dirty, or an “air lock” condition has occurred at the circulation pump intake. A flashing “FL2” display means the flow switch is malfunctioning closed.
“blb” and the water temperature. The countdown timer for the UV bulb needs to be reset (Section 10.6, page 33). A new UV bulb can be purchased from a local Sundance Spas dealer. 14.0 Troubleshooting Procedures In the event your Sundance spa is not working the way it should, please first review all the installation and operating instructions in this manual and check the message on the panel display.
780 SERIES 14.3 Poor Jet Action 1. Press the JETS 1 button to make certain the pump #1 is on. 2. Rotate the air control clockwise to the “on” position. 3. Check for dirty filter. Clean, if necessary. 4. Make sure jets are all the way open.
780 SERIES 15.0 North American Dover Convertible Circuit Diagram This wiring diagram is used for all North American 120/240 VAC (60 Hz) convertible power models. Light DCU Ports 1-10 power spa lights, waterfall lights and step lights on applicable models...
780 SERIES 16.0 North American Certa/Chelsee/Hamilton/Montclair Circuit Diagram This wiring diagram is used for all North American 240 VAC (60 Hz) dedicated power models. Page 51...
780 SERIES 18.0 Export Certa/Chelsee/Hamilton/Montclair Circuit Diagram This wiring diagram is used for Export 230 VAC (50 Hz) dedicated power models. Page 53...
780 SERIES 19.0 Optional BLUEWAVE™ Spa Stereo System To start enjoying your new stereo receiver, please read the following operation instructions in their entirety. 30-pin 3.5 mm cable Connector USB connector 1. Media Locker Handle Slide the handle to lock and unlock the protective door.
780 SERIES WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD EXISTS AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE! Never install or remove electrical devices (e.g. Apple device/MP3/USB/AUX/ Bluetooth) while hands are wet or while sitting partially or fully immersed in the spa! CAUTION: Never leave electrical devices in the Media...
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780 SERIES 2. Treble Setting: Press the Audio button 2 times to access the treble setting. The LCD display will change to “TRE 0,” Figure E Figure E. Press the Up button to adjust the setting to a maximum of +5. Press the Down button to adjust the setting down to Note: The default setting is “0.”...
780 SERIES 9. Stereo Setting: Press the Audio button 9 times to access the Stereo setting. The LCD display will change to Figure M “STEREO,” Figure M. Press the Up button to select either Stereo or Mono. 19.3 Wireless Remote Control Functions A wireless radio frequency (RF) remote control is supplied on all spas with the optional audio system.
780 SERIES Apple Device: Press once to repeat song. Press again to repeat entire Preset 2: Press to access a preset album. Press again to turn off. station. USB Mode: Press once to turn on. REPEAT Press again to turn off.
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780 SERIES B. Connecting Your Apple device/MP3 Player Using the USB: 1. Locate the USB port in the stereo locker (Figure B). 2. Locate the 30-pin cable provided for compatible devices (Figure C) or a cable provided with your device.
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780 SERIES D. Operating the USB drive: 1. Plug in your USB device into the “USB” connection on the stereo, Figure A. 2. Turn power ON to the stereo unit and the stereo remote. 3. The LCD screen on the remote will display the following: “Welcome,”...
780 SERIES CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE! Never install, remove or operate any electrical device (e.g. Apple device/MP3/USB/AUX/Bluetooth) while hands are wet or while sitting partially or fully immersed in the spa! 19.5 Wireless Remote Battery Replacement Procedure 1.