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  • Page 1 Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 2 CAUTION When installing the Softub hot tub indoors, use care to install in areas ® that can withstand exposure to water. See pages 7, 8 & 9. WARNING Findings in the “Journal of the American Medical Association” show that women who are planning a pregnancy or are experiencing the first months of pregnancy should avoid hot tubs and saunas.
  • Page 3 Your Softub’s patented design is the product of more than 20 years of research and development. Our commitment to improve and enhance the features and benefits of Softub will continue for years to come. Your Softub has been designed for ease of use and operation. Please take a moment to learn about how to care for it, as simple instructions are cov- ered in the latter pages of this manual.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Instructions ……………………....3 Manufacturer’s Warnings ………...….....5 Installation ………………………………....7 Set-up Checklist............10 Operation: The Softub Hydromate System Settings ………..12 Ozone/Air Control/Combination Locks....13 GFCI/SoftSparkle Multi-Color LED light....14 Maintenance: Inner Liner ....………………….....16 LeatherTex ……………………………......17 Filter cleaning....…………………………..17 Winterizing……...………..........17 Storing/Transportation ……….………......18 Water Level ………..………………….......18 Filling/Draining………………………….....18...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS 2. 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: Save These Instructions

    10.WARNING -- To reduce the risk of injury. A. The water in a hot tub should not exceed 104º F/40º C. Water temper- atures between 100º F/38º C and 104º F/40º C are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are recommended for young children and when hot tub use exceeds 10 minutes.

  • Page 7: Manufacturer's Warnings

    SAFETY SIGN Included with this hot tub is a safety sign suitable for indoor and outdoor use. The prominent display of this sign is important to occasional users of the hot tub who should be familiar with these warn- ings. This sign can be easily attached using the mounting hole in the top of the sign.
  • Page 8 Effects of hyperthermia include failure to perceive heat, failure to recognize the need to exit the hot tub, unawareness of impending hazard, fetal damage in pregnant women, physical inability to exit the hot tub, and unconsciousness resulting in the danger of drowning.

  • Page 9: Installation

    WARNING: The use of alcohol, drugs or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia. 16. Do not fill the Softub through any water-softening device as this could damage the liner. Installation Instructions All units supplied as a cord-connected spa with pump and spa-side con- trols.

  • Page 10: Outdoor Installation

    Verify there are no sharp objects under the tub prior to set- up. It is suggested you do not place the Softub in an area where dirt and debris may be tracked into the tub. Check your local codes for restrictions (i.e.

  • Page 11: Indoor Installation

    INDOOR INSTALLATION Water splashing on the floor during use may cause a walking hazard and/or structural damage unless good drainage is provided. The use of a catch basin capable of holding the tub’s capacity of water is recommend- ed as a safeguard in the event of a major spill. Proper building material must be used in the area surrounding and beneath the tub.

  • Page 12: Set-Up Checklist

    Make sure the straps are straight and the hot tub is placed on a level surface. __2. Put the lid on the hot tub and test the straps to make sure that you are able to fasten them properly.
  • Page 13 - it’s the handle on top of the motor unit, and cover the tub with the lid. The water temperature will rise at about 1 - 2 degrees F per hour, depend- ing on the model. The Softub will turn off after the water reaches the set temperature. See TEMPERATURE SETTING, page 12, to adjust temper- ature.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation Your Softub Hydromate System has been designed to be simple to operate and maintain. TEMPERATURE SETTING By experimenting with differ- ent settings on the control panel, you will find the temper- ature most comfortable for you. The thermostat will auto-...

  • Page 15: Ozone/Air Control/Combination Locks

    To close the air control, rotate the knob clockwise. Each jet can also be individually directed by rotating the head of the jet. See your Softub Dealer for optional jets which can customize your Softub. COMBINATION LOCK Your Softub features a patented combination lock located at the end of the fastening straps with the lock preset to open at 0-0.

  • Page 16: Multi-Color Led Light

    GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) The Softub cord is fitted with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI), a very important safety feature. The GFCI shuts off the electricity in a frac- tion of a second if there is a short in the cord or the motor unit. This plug fits conventional 110-volt outlets found in most homes.
  • Page 17 - Blue - Red - Green - Magenta Fade (pink, blue and red glow) - Tidal Fade (blue and green glow) - Afterburner Fade (red, orange, yellow, pink and purple glow) - Color burst (strobe effect through color spectrum) The unit operates in the following manner: Depressing the light button turns the light on in the same mode it was last in.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    ****WARNING: USING SHOCK WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.**** C. Cleanliness Empty the Softub and refill with clean water 2-3 times per year or when it becomes cloudy and proper water chemistry does not clear it up. While empty, use a mild soap solution to wipe any soil or stains on the inner liner.

  • Page 19: Leathertex Tm

    Softub Protective Cover (available from your dealer). This will protect the Softub from direct ultra-violet (UV) exposure, keep rain water out of the tub, and keep the surface clean. If you are placing a dark color Softub in direct sunlight, the use of a Softub Protective Cover is highly recommend- ed to help prevent deterioration of the outer Leather Tex vinyl.

  • Page 20: Storing/Transportation

    A tarp or net may be needed to spread out tension. If boxes are not available, tensions must be enough so as to prevent the Softub from floating out of the vehicle, but not so much as to cause any permanent markings on the vinyl or the foam.

  • Page 21: Water Treatment

    Water Treatment is an important factor in the enjoyment of your Softub. Proper water maintenance is essential for the health of your friends and family as well as permitting years of trouble-free use of your Softub. We strongly recommend the use of Softcare Chemicals, formulated for vinyl lined spas or their exact equivalents.

  • Page 22: Service

    Service Your Softub has been designed to minimize service requirements. There are no user serviceable parts in the motor unit or the GFCI. DO NOT open the motor unit or the GFCI as this will void the warranty. If you have an operational problem, carefully go through the steps outlined in the trouble shooting section of this manual.
  • Page 23 5. If all of the above does not alleviate the situation, plug the unit into another power outlet. The outlet being utliized may not have a sufficient power supply available. Problem: The LED Temp display light is flashing. Cause: The water is too hot, or there is a fault in the Control System. Solution: 1.
  • Page 24 Problem: Weak jets. Cause: Air or solid obstruction in the plumbing. If the tub was just filled, it is probably air. Solution: 1. Check to see that the jets are turned on. 2. Make sure water height is at least 2 inches above the top of the upper- most jets.
  • Page 25 Problem: Tub will not heat up to desired operating temperature. Cause: Environment is not right for tub to heat properly. Solution: 1. To heat faster, turn off air control valves completely (no air bubbles in jets). 2. Fit lid onto the tub. 3.

  • Page 26: Specifications

    Specifications Softub Softub Softub 330+ Capacity Seating: 1-2 Adults 3-4 Adults 5-6 Adults Water: 140 Gals. 220 Gals. 300 Gals. Outside Dimensions: 59 in. 71 in. 78 in. Inside Dimensions: 50 in. 60 in. 66 in. Overall Height: 24 in.

  • Page 27: Warranty

    Softub to chemical levels outside of the recommended levels. Disclaimers Softub, Inc. shall not be liable for loss of use of the Softub or other incendental or consequen- tial damages. Softub Inc. shall not be liable for acts of nature including infestation. Under no circumstances shall Softub, Inc.
  • Page 28 Distinctive Product Configuration is a U.S. Registered Trademark ©Softub, Inc. 2008 For easy reference, please complete any missing information: Tub Serial #: T-_________________ Motor Serial #: P-_________________ Dealer Contact Information: _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Revision Date 10/08 www.softub.com 13495 Gregg Street • Poway, CA 92064...

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