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Emerald Spa Lite Leader Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual...
  • Page 2 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the finest whirlpool spa on the market today. Emerald Spa Corporation welcomes you to the Emerald Whirlpool Spa Life-style! We are confident that this purchase will fulfill all your comfort, therapy and relaxation needs.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Warnings, Throughout this manual, various Warnings, Cautions, and Notes will appear in the left margin or at the beginning of the text associated with the Warning, Caution, or Note. These comments range in importance Cautions, from helpful hints to situations where the possibility of personal injury exists. Please take the time to read and Notes and understand them.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Cleaning the Spa Shell................47 Cleaning the Filter..................47 Space Saver II Filtration System.............48 Relamping the Underwater Light............48 Standby Mode...................48 Winterizing Your Spa................49 The Spa Cabinet.................49 TROUBLESHOOTING..................50-54 Lite Leader, SS-1D & SS-3D..............50-51 DS-2 & DS-4..................52-54 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS ...............55-59 Lite Leader......................55 SS-1D.......................56 SS-3D......................57 DS-2........................58 DS-4........................59...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be adhered to, 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 6 Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY 240V Hard Wired Connected INSTRUCTIONS Systems When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be adhered to, including the following: READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Read and follow all General Safety Instructions provided on pg. 4. A terminal marked "GROUND"...

  • Page 7: Important User Safety Instructions

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual IMPORTANT USER SAFETY To Reduce the Risk of Injury INSTRUCTIONS When using this spa, basic safety precautions should always be followed. WARNING: As a spa owner, you should always review these instructions with first time or occasional users of the spa. Remember, they may not be aware of the possible risks associated with spa water temperature.
  • Page 8 Important User Safety Instructions IMPORTANT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) Persons suffering from obesity or with a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, or diabetes should consult a physician before using a spa. Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa, since some medications may induce drowsiness while other medications may affect heart rate, blood pressure and circulation.

  • Page 9: Spa Location

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual SPA LOCATION Outdoor Considerations Indoor Considerations There are many things to consider prior to locating your spa. The following lists cover some of the more com- mon factors involved in choosing the ideal location. Outdoor Considerations Local fencing and enclosure codes.

  • Page 10: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS General Procedures 240V Systems This section covers the installation of your spa. All electrical steps must be performed by a licensed electrician. The spa must be connected to a proper power supply and meet all National Electrical Code (N.E.C.) and local General Procedures code requirements.
  • Page 11 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual 240V Systems Install a 50-amp, GFCI overcurrent protective device in the electrical service panel. (Lite Leader 240V, The electrical supply for the spa must include a suitable rated switch or circuit breaker to shut off SS-1D, SS-3D, the power supply (to comply with section 422-20 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70- 1999).

  • Page 12: 240V Systems

    Installation Instructions 240V Systems Pull 4 copper current carrying conductors (one each: black, red, white, green). Use either No. 6 AWG C, No. 8 AWG 75 C, or No. 8 AWG 90 C wire, if spa is 100 feet or less away from its power supply. [Continued] Note: the ground must be equal to or larger than the largest power conductor.
  • Page 13 Do not turn power on until instructed to do so in the "Starting and Using Your Spa" section. 240-Volt Power Input Note: Consult the Wiring Diagram on Page 53 for 240 Volt to 120 Volt conversion on the Lite Leader System Only.

  • Page 14: Features And Controls

    Features and Controls FEATURES AND CONTROLS Spa At-A-Glance Spa At-A-Glance Equipment Compartment Power Pack Spa Side Control In-Spa Features Your Emerald Whirlpool spa may be equipped with a variety of user controls and optional features. This section locates and describes each. Please take the time to recognize and understand the functions of these components and controls.

  • Page 15: Equipment Compartment

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual The equipment compartment houses the "nerve center" of the spa and includes the following system components. Equipment Compartment Pump(s) Emerald Spas have different pump systems, depending on the spa model. Emerald Base, Classic and Special Edition spas have a two-speed (circulation/jets) pump and provide: - Filtration, circulation and heat on low speed.

  • Page 16: Power Pack

    Features and Controls Power Pack One-Pump System Below is a general description for the one pump system of the Lite Leader, SS-1D, and SS-3D used in your Emerald spa. 1. control panel - (SS-3D shown) 10. connector plumbing elbow 2. temperature sensor 11.
  • Page 17 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Two-Pump System Power Pack (continued) All Emerald Elite and Cygnus Series models use a two pump system. The following is a general description of this system. (This also is a generic model of the 1409 w/DS-2 minus booster pump) 1.

  • Page 18: Power Pack

    Features and Controls The Features of each Power Pack are Summarized in the Following Chart: Lite Leader SS-1D SS-3D DS-2 DS-4 Pump 1.5 hp, 2speed 4.8 hp, 2speed 4.8 hp, 2speed (1) 3.65hp & (1) 2hp (1) 3.65hp & (1) 3.5hp Heater 1.0/4.0KW...

  • Page 19: Lite Leader

    Your spa equipped with the Lite Leader is shipped in the 240V configuration. See the Lite Leader schematics on page 53 if you plan to convert the Lite Leader power system to a 120V configuration.
  • Page 20 [continued] the Lite Leader is energized. The second filter cycle will begin 12 hours after the start of the first filter cycle. The filter cycle is set by the dealer for 2 or 5 hours. The low-speed pump and ozone generator (if installed) will run during filter cycles.
  • Page 21 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Spa Side Control Panel SS-1D Start-up When your spa is first powered up, it will automatically heat and maintain 100 F until you change the set temperature. Immediately after start-up, the spa will begin a 3 hour filter cycle to clean the water. To select a different duration, see "Preset Filter Cycles"...
  • Page 22 Features and Controls Spa Side Control Setting the Filter Cycles - SS-1D ONLY Panel SS-1D The filter cycle duration is programmable via the topside panel. Press the pad, then the pad, and [continued] "F3" will be displayed on the panel. "F3" is the default filter time and indicates a 3 hour cycle. Press the pad again to cycle through the rest of the filter time options;...
  • Page 23 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Spa Side Control Panel SS-3D Start-Up Your spa control has been specifically designed so that by simply connecting the spa to its properly grounded source, the spa will automatically heat to the set temperature. Temperature Adjustment (60 F - 104 Spa temperature is controlled by pressing the "Set"...

  • Page 24: Safety Features

    Features and Controls Preset Filter Cycles Spa Side Control Panel SS-3D Your spa will automatically filter itself twice each day. The first filter cycle will begin one minute after the (Continued) spa is energized. The second filter cycle will begin twelve hours later. To clean out the blower lines, the air jets will run for 30 seconds at the start of the first filter cycle.
  • Page 25 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Spa Side Control Panel DS-2 Start-up Your spa control has been specifically designed so that by simply connecting the spa to its properly grounded source, the spa will function properly and safely at 100 F. When your spa is first activated, the LCD will display the current spa temperature and COOL in the display window if the water is 20 F cooler than the set temperature.
  • Page 26 Features and Controls Spa Side Control Standard or Economy Mode Press this pad to switch between modes. Economy mode only heats the water during filter Panel DS-2 cycles. Standard mode maintains the desired set temperature at all times. (continued) Filter Cycles Your spa will automatically filter itself twice a day.
  • Page 27 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Spa Side Control Overheat protection If a malfunction occurs and spa water reaches 112 F, or the high-limit sensor has detected Panel DS-2 F at the heater the spa is deactivated. In such a condition, DO NOT ENTER WATER! (continued) Remove the spa cover and allow the water to cool.

  • Page 28: Spa Side Control Panels

    Features and Controls Spa Side Control Panel DS-4 Start-up When your spa is powered up, it begins running in standard mode, which automatically heats and main- tains the water at 100 F. Pressing the # pad switches the spa from standard mode to economy mode. This setting is designed for periods of little or no use, but continues to filter twice a day and maintains water quality General Description...
  • Page 29 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Spa Side Control Light Keypad Panel DS-4 Press this pad to operate the light cycle. The light will automatically turn off after 1 hour of operation. If your spa is equipped with optional fiber optic lighting, then 4 colors will cycle (continued) once you press the light keypad.
  • Page 30 Features and Controls Spa Side Control Optional Filter Cycles While you are not required to set filter cycles, if you want to change them, press the time pad, and the star Panel DS-4 (*) pad twice all within 3 seconds. "SET START FILTER 1" (AM cycle) will appear on the display. (continued) Press the "Warm"...
  • Page 31 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Spa Side Control Programming Panel DS-4 Initial Start-up (continued) Your Spa Control has been specifically designed so that by simply connecting the spa to its properly grounded source and touching the Mode [#] pad, the spa will function properly and safely at 100 F.
  • Page 32 Features and Controls Spa Side Control To unlock the panel Panel DS-4 These pads must be pressed in the correct sequence and within 2 seconds to unlock the panel. When the (continued) last pad is pressed, the lock symbol will disappear. All pads are now active. PRESS THEN THEN...
  • Page 33 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Center Display Messages Spa Side Control These are some of the messages you may see on the center display. Panel DS-4 (continued) Interlock (Some models only) Spa is deactivated. Designates a self-protective mode when low voltage or supply noise is present. Press the Mode [#] pad to reset.

  • Page 34: In-Spa Features

    In-Spa Features In-Spa Features Your spa may be equipped with a variety of therapy jets, controls, and fixtures. Refer to the following charts and identify those features installed on your spa. NOTE: take care not to turn the jet face beyond the natural stopping point. If this does occur it may prevent the jet from functioning properly.
  • Page 35 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Therapy Jets, Control and Drain Waterfall Jet A standard feature on all Cygnus spas, the waterfall jet is located above the waterline. Utilizing the valve installed on the interior Cygnus Only side wall of the spa, you can control the intensity of the water stream.
  • Page 36 In-Spa Features Cup Holders and Options Cup Holders Located along the top edge of every Emerald and Cygnus spa are two areas to set a cup or soda can. These cup holders are strictly for your convenience when you seek refreshments during use of your spa.
  • Page 37 Light and DS-4 panels. With the Lite Leader and SS-1D, see the Lights and Jets section on page 18 for the Lite Leader control and page 20 for the SS-1D. (Optional Fiber Optics pictured to the right). When the blower is on, air bubbles are released from the injectors Air Injectors primarily located on the lounger seat and the footwell.

  • Page 38: Starting And Using Your Spa

    Starting and Using Your Spa Starting And Using Your Spa Install Filter Elements Proper Water Level Bleeding Air Testing the GFCI Install Filter One-Pump Priming Elements Two-Pump Priming Note: Setting the Thermostat The Filter Key allows the loosening/tightening of the filter caps for filter/ Placing elements in the Filter spa maintenance.

  • Page 39: Proper Water Level

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Proper Water Level Caution: Low water level can damage the water circulating system and void your warranty. Read and understand all safety, location, and installation instructions before proceeding. Add water until level is at appropriate level for your model's skimmer (see page 34) or damage to system may result.

  • Page 40: Testing The Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (Gfci)

    Turn on the circuit breaker and test the GFCI by pushing the test button. A red indicator [for spas equipped should appear and your spa should stop operating. Push the reset button and the red indicator should with Lite Leader (240V) disappear. The spa should begin to operate normally. SS-1D, SS-3D, DS-2,...

  • Page 41: Pump Priming

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Two-Pump Priming [for spas equipped with DS-2 and DS-4] Caution: Never run the system without circulating water! Doing so can damage pumps and void the warranty. Note: Each pump must be primed separately. To accomplish this, follow these steps. If water does not flow within a minute or two, turn off all power Press the "Jets"...

  • Page 42: Setting The Thermostat

    Instructions" in the first section of this manual for a description of the symptoms and effects of hyperther- mia.] For Spas with a Lite Leader, SS-1D or SS-3D Power System: Press the thermostat button ("set" button for SS-3D) to display the temperature previously set. Pressing the pad a second time will cause the set temperature to increase or decrease depending on what direction was last chosen.

  • Page 43: Spa Water Chemistry

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual SPA WATER CHEMISTRY Chemical Safety Tips Spa Capacity pH Control Disinfecting Your Spa Ozone Generator Other Water Chemistry Considerations Chemical Safety Tips Never mix different types of chemicals or contaminate them in any way. Do not exceed recommended dosages. After supercholorinating/brominating, wait until the disinfectant level is down to 3-5 parts per Note: million [ppm] before using the spa.

  • Page 44: Ph Control

    Spa Water Chemistry pH Control Caution: Do not use your spa until the pH level of the water is between 7.2 and 7.6. A pH level below 7.2 or above 7.6 Level may damage the spa shell and power pack, and void your warranty. All water is either acidic, alkaline, or neutral.

  • Page 45: Disinfecting Your Spa

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Disinfecting Your Spa Warning: Risk of fire and/or explosion. Under no circumstance should you mix trichloro-s- triazinetrione with bromine or other chemicals. Use one chemical only. Never mix. Never switch from one chemical to the other without thoroughly cleaning out the previously used chemicals.

  • Page 46: Ozone Generator

    Spa Water Chemistry Ozone Generator An Ozone generator will supplement disinfectants and provide the following benefits: [optional] - kills bacteria and viruses - destroys matter which might discolor water - does not affect the pH level of the water - safe for bathers and equipment - has no "chemical"...

  • Page 47: Maintaining Your Spa

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual MAINTAINING YOUR SPA Draining the Water Cleaning the Spa Shell Cleaning the Filter Space Saver II Filtration System Relamping the Underwater Light Standby Mode Winterizing Your Spa The Spa Cabinet Draining the Water Caution: Do not allow the pump to run without water. Running the pump without water will cause pump Note: damage and void the warranty.

  • Page 48: Cleaning The Spa Shell

    Maintaining Your Spa Cleaning the Use a nonabrasive household cleaner to clean all spa shell surfaces and fixtures. Do not use scouring cleansers or solvents; damage to the acrylic finish will result. Spa Shell Your Emerald Whirlpool Spa is manufactured using LUCITE XL 1000 continuous-cast cross-linked acrylic sheet.

  • Page 49: Space Saver Ii Filtration System

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual SpaceSaver II Filtration System Diagram Relamping the Caution: Underwater Light Do not attempt to remove or reinstall the light lens without using the proper tool provided. The underwater light should be relamped from the under side of the spa as follows: Disconnect the power from the spa.

  • Page 50: Winterizing Your Spa

    Maintaining Your Spa The following procedure should be followed if you choose to deactivate your spa for the winter months. Winterizing Your Spa 1. Drain all water from spa using drain hose. 2. Unplug the pump power cords from the control outputs. 3.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Spas equipped with TROUBLESHOOTING Lite Leader, Problems Things to Check SS-1D & SS-3D Power Systems Power system inoperative 1. Not plugged in (120v). (No LED display on the panel). 2. Circuit breaker tripped or not turned on.
  • Page 52 Troubleshooting Spas equipped with Problems Things to Check Lite Leader, Pump does not prime. 1. Circulation T-valve closed. SS-1D, SS-3D 2. Not enough water in the spa. Power Systems 3. Air locked. Bleed air as described previously in this manual.
  • Page 53 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Spas equipped with TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) DS-2 & DS-4 Problems Things to Check Power Systems Power system inoperative 1. Circuit breaker tripped or not turned on. (No LCD display on the panel). 2. Fuse in control box blown. WARNING: Fault indicated by spa 1.
  • Page 54 Troubleshooting Spas equipped with Problems Things to Check DS-2 & DS-4 Power Systems Fault Indicators ILOC: The spa is disabled in a standby mode. This (continued). mode is typically used to clean the spa filter. To reset [continued] press any button. COOL: Temperature set back.
  • Page 55 Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Spas equipped with Problems Things to Check DS-2 & DS-4 Pump does not prime. 1. Circulation T-valve closed. Power Systems 2. Not enough water in the spa. [continued] 3. Air locked. Bleed air as described previously in this manual.

  • Page 56: Electrical Schematics

    Electrical Schematics Electrical Schematics Lite Leader...
  • Page 57 SS-1D System Wiring Diagram Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual...
  • Page 58 SS-3D System Wiring Diagram Electrical Schematics...
  • Page 59 DS-2 System Wiring Diagram Emerald Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual...

  • Page 60: Electrical Schematics

    DS-4 System Wiring Diagram Electrical Schematics...
  • Page 61 Notes:...
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