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Thank you for your recent Saratoga Spa Purchase. This owners manual has been designed to acquaint you with your Saratoga Spa’s operation and general maintenance. Keep this manual available for future reference. If you have any questions regarding your Saratoga Spa, contact your local dealer. Thank you.
Children are especially sensitive to hot water. • Make sure you always lock the child resistant locks after using the spa for your children’s safety. Every Saratoga Spa is equipped with a locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346-91 Standard for Safety Covers.
DANGER - Risk of electric shock. Do not permit any electrical appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio or television within 5 feet (1.5m) of a spa. These units DO NOT have an internal ground fault circuit interrupter. The installation of a ground fault circuit interrupter MUST be done by a qualified Electrician and must meet all local and national codes.
• Persons using medications should consult a physician before using a spa; some medication may cause a user to become drowsy, while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation. • Persons taking medications which induce drowsiness, such as tranquilizers, antihistamines or anticoagulants should not use the spa.
• Use only approved accessories and recommended spa chemicals and cleaners. DON’T: • Leave the Saratoga spa exposed to the sun without water or the cover in place. Exposure to direct sunlight can cause solar distress of the shell material.
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Pavilion Features A. Versa-Flo™ Valves B. Roto Stream™ Valves C. Power Massage® Jets D. Power Stream® Jets E. Cluster Jets F. Mini Jets G. Deluxe Jet H. Storm Jets I. Turbo Jets J. Vortex™ Circulation K. Relax Stream™ Waterfall L. Bottom Spa Drain M.
Installation Instructions Location Pr eparation Your Saratoga Spa is totally self-contained and portable. You can install the spa outside or inside. Preferable places are on a patio, deck or indoors. The spa should always be placed on a structurally strong, level surface. Other items you need to consider are the following: •...
Electrical Requir ements and Pr ecautions: Your Saratoga Spa has gone through numerous tests to verify that all the spas functions operate. Beyond the tests, your Saratoga Spa has been designed to provide the maximum safety against electrical shock. Read and follow the electrical installation requirements and instructions completely.
Note: The RCI breaker must be placed in sight of the spa at a minimum distance of five feet (1.5m) away. Note: As of January 1, 1996 the National Electric Code (NEC) requires RCI on all spa installations. Electrical Spa Wiring Connection Instructions WIRING CONNECTIONS 1.
Initial Operating Instructions: Start-Up and Refill Pr ocedur es Your Saratoga Spa has been tested at the manufacturing plant to ensure that all the spas functions operate. During the test procedure, a small amount of water may have remained in the spas plumbing.
Start-up Pr ocedur es ® 1. For a successful start-up, fill the spa with water through the Whisper Clean cartridge. The ® Whisper Clean cartridge is the cartridge with the coarse threaded ACME style adapter. a. Locate the filter compartment area. b.
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minutes then the spa will begin to heat. You may exit priming mode by pushing the Warm or Cool button. 5. The next step is to check that the jet system(s) are operational. Press on the Jet(s) button to turn on the pump(s). A strong force of water flowing through the jets indicates the pump(s) are primed.
Versa-Flo™ Jets and CFE Jet Descriptions ® Power Massage Plus Patented jet provides dual water massage to your neck or back from under the built-in headrest. The jet is controlled by a small selector valve, giving the bather total control. ®...
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Turbo Jet Provides an intense lower body massage and whirlpool stimulation through a large orifice. Xtr eme Flo Jet The Xtreme Flo jet provides a mix of water and air. To change from a straight stream to directional, with finger, move inner nozzle to position desired. Gatling Jet A rotating dual nozzle, diffused by seven holes, creates a pulsating body massage.
Saratoga Spa Jet Selectors The Jets in the Saratoga Spa Luxury Line have different ways to adjust the jet therapy systems. While having the Hydro Jet pump(s) on the user has the ability to turn on and off each indi- vidual Versa-Flo™...
Jet Therapy Zones This example will help you to understand the following pages that discuss the jet system menus. The navigational tool was read from standing outside of the spa and in front of the particular selector. Keep this in mind when the following pages discuss 12,3,6 or 9 o’clock position settings.
Pavilion Jet System Menu 1 - ROTO STREAM™ VALVE 3 - CFE SELECTOR • Controls jets in seat 1. ® • controls two of the Power Massage jets. • By rotating the Roto Stream™ valve allows the user to select the sequence best for them.
Pavilion Jet System Menu 9 - ROTO STREAM™ VALVE 8 - THIRD CFE SELECTOR • The Roto Stream™ valve controls the jets • The third small CFE selector allows in seat 9. Rotating the Roto Stream™ valve for adjustment of the other two Power allows the user to select the sequence best ®...
Equipment Maintenance Saratoga Spa Jet Selector Maintenance After a period of time it may become difficult to adjust and rotate the valves. It is necessary to clean the valves to ensure that they continue to perform well. The following instructions will walk you through the steps.
Contr ol Panel Functions Saratoga Spa models are equipped with a main control panel located on the top collar of the spa. The main control panel controls all of the spa functions. It displays the spa’s status and any error messages. The main control panel and digital display are illuminated by a light from the inside of the panel.
Setting The Time Once the spa has been properly connected the first time, notice the Time icon appearing on the screen. Press Then Select the hour by pressing (Each press changes the time by 1 hour) Press to enter Select minutes by pressing (Each press changes the time by 1 minute) Press to exit the time setting procedure and enter the optional filter cycle...
INVERT Press the Warm or Cool button followed by the Jets 3 (Blower) button to change the numbers of the display to read upside down. FREEZE PROTECTION If the temperature sensors detect a drop to 44ºF (approximately 6.7ºC) within the heater, the pump will automatically activate to provide freeze protection.
Spa Car e and Maintenance General Information Your Saratoga Spa is manufactured from the highest quality, most durable materials available today. We recommend that a spa maintenance program be followed. The care you take will ultimately determine how long your spa or its individual components will last. This section will help you maintain your investment.
NOTE: Spa cartridges are a disposable item and should be replaced each year. CARE OF T HE SPA PILLOWS The spa pillows used on Saratoga Spa models will provide years of comfort if treated with care. To extend their life the spa pillows should be removed and cleaned. Wash with a mild soap and water solution.
A good quality wood sealer or natural color wood oil should be applied on the wood skirt twice a year to keep your spa skirt looking as good as new. Your Saratoga Spa dealer may stock original factory finish or recommend another sealer that is available in your area.
WINTERIZING YOUR SPA If you chose not to use your Saratoga Spa during the winter is it recommended to properly winterize your spa. Any damage occurring due to accidental freezing of the spa is not covered under warranty. The following steps are designed to protect your spa from freezing if followed. For ultimate protection against freeze damage to your spa, contact your local Saratoga Dealer to schedule a winterizing service plan.
Water Quality Maintenance GENERAL INFORMATION As the owner of a spa, endless hours of entertainment, recreation, and relaxation await you. Caring for your spa will become a routine and pleasant part of your daily activities. You will be able to maintain your spa water and keep your spa equipment in excellent condition. To do so you first must balance your spa’s water.
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Example: At low total alkalinity levels, the water’s pH easily drifts, making frequent pH adjust- ments necessary and more chemical treatment expense. On the other hand, a high total alkalinity level keeps the waters pH rigidly fixed. If pH adjust- ment is necessary, you will need unusually large amounts of treatment chemicals to change the water’s pH.
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TEST DISINFECTANT DAILY (Spa test kits are available through your Saratoga Spa Dealer.) OZONE GENERATORS The Saratoga Spa Pavilion model comes equipped with an ozone generator. It automatically ® produces ozone 24 hours a day through our Whisper Clean System.
Operations Tr ouble Sho oting Guide Problem Probable Cause Solutions Spa is not operating • Power failure • Check power source • RCI breaker tripped • Try resetting RCI breaker. If breaker continues to trip, contact your dealer. • Heater Hi-Limit tripped •...
Diagnostic Messages MESSAGE MEANING ACTION Overheat-the spa has shut down. PC Board Heater relay locked. One of the sensors has detected DO NOT ENTER THE WATER. 118ºF (47.8ºC) at the heater Remove the spa cover and allow water to cool. Once the heater has cooled, reset by pushing any button.
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Diagnostic Messages Cont... MESSAGE MEANING ACTION Sensors are out of balance. If this is If the problem persists, contact alternating with the temperature it your dealer or service may just be a temporary condition. organization. If the display shows only this message (periodically blinking) the spa is shut down.
WIRING DIAGRAM DIP SWITCHES AND JUMPERS Switchbank B Switchbank A 1 - off 1 - on 2 - on 2 - off 3 - off 3 - off 4 - off 4 - off 5 - on 5 - on 6 - off 6 - off 7 - off...
Saratoga Spa Replacement Parts Saratoga standard Luxury Line filter cartridge 4 3/4” x 12 5/16” 74452 ® Saratoga Luxury Line Microban Filter 74452 74455 4 3/4” x 12 5/16” 74455 Screen adapters for base of filter cartridge NPT Screen adapter...