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  • Page 1 O w n e r s M a n u a l N o r t h A m e r i c a en g i n e ered fo r t h e wor ld ’s hars hes t climate s® . .. (w h ereve r yo u h ap p en to l ive)
  • Page 2 (spa) by children under 5 years of age. Your Arctic Spa is equipped with a locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346-91 Standard for Safety Covers and as a result, is usually exempt from most barrier requirements.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Safety Instructions ............4 Hyperthermia ..................6 Installation Instructions ..............8 Electrical Specifications ............... 9 Electrical Installation Instructions ............ 10 Startup Procedures ................12 ™ Fusion Jetting System ..............13 Venturi Controls ................13 Read and Follow Jets ....................14 All Instructions Topside Control Panel ..............
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    5 feet (1.5m), from the hot tub water. installation of any 8) WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Arctic Spa. Any a) The water in a hot tub should never exceed 104 º F (40ºC). Water temperatures modifications to the between 100ºF (38ºC) and 104ºF (40ºC) are considered safe for a healthy adult.
  • Page 5 d) Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, or diabetes should consult a physician before using a hot tub. e) Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a hot tub since some medication may induce drowsiness, while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
  • Page 6: Hyperthermia

    AVERTISSEMENT: Avant d’utiliser une cuve de relaxation mesurer la température de l’eau à l’aide d’un thermomètre précis. WARNING: Do not use a hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise. AVERTISSEMENT: Ne pas utiliser une cuve de relaxation immédiatement après un exercice fatigant. WARNING: Prolonged immersion in a hot tub may be injurious to your health.
  • Page 7: Spa Specifications

    SPA SPECIFICATIONS Water Weight per Electrical Outside Heights Heater Filled Capacity square foot Requirements Dimensions (Watts) Weight Weight* Arctic 154 Lbs 166.25”x 88.25” 1650 Lbs 1559 Gallons 45” 15,724 Lbs 240 Volt, 50 Amp Single 5500 per square foot Ocean 422 cm x 224 cm 748Kg Phase GFCI Protected...
  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    Dealer can help you with local information such as zoning regulations and build- ® ing codes. WARNING! WARNING! We recommend that the Arctic Spa be installed above ground. Consult a licensed building contractor to design or evaluate your custom decking requirements.
  • Page 9: Electrical Specifications

    Electrical Specifications WARNING! Sub Panel Wiring Diagram All electrical hookups must be performed by Example a licensed electrician! Power Input ® All Arctic Spas are tested for the following: 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 50 A (North America) Connect the power input wires to the terminal block labeled “AC-Input”.
  • Page 10: Electrical Installation Instructions

    Electrical Installation Instructions ARCTIC SPAS MUST BE WIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL ® APPLICABLE LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES. ALL ELECTRICAL WORK SHOULD BE DONE BY AN EXPERIENCED, LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND APPROVED BY A LOCAL BUILDING/ELECTRICAL INSPECTION AUTHORITY. RECOMMEND APPROPRIATE ELECTRICAL CONDUIT, FITTINGS AND WIRE FOR ALL CIRCUITS. We recommend an electrical subpanel containing a 50 amp GFCI breaker is used to supply power and protect the spa.
  • Page 11 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 Arctic Spa , it is ®...
  • Page 12: Startup Procedures

    Startup Procedures IMPORTANT: Your Arctic Spa ® has been thoroughly tested during the manufacturing process to ensure reliability and long-term customer satisfaction. Before filling the spa, wipe the spa shell clean with a soft rag. The following instructions must be read and followed exactly to ensure a successful start-up or refill.
  • Page 13: Fusion ™ Jetting System

    The number of diverters you will have will depend on the model and series of Arctic Spa you have. Feel free to consult your local dealer with any questions regarding the function of this system, or just jump in and experiment for yourself.
  • Page 14: Jets

    Jets Single Pulse Five Inch (5”) Jets The five-inch Hydro-massage jets give a wide circular massage. These jets are adjustable by turn- ing the face of the jet clockwise for a stronger flow and counter-clockwise for a softer flow and eventually off.
  • Page 15: Topside Control Panel

    Topside Control Panel Your spa control has been specifically designed so that by simply connecting the spa to a properly grounded source, and following the start-up procedures in this manual, the spa will automatically heat to the set temperature. Many other functions, such as filtration, safety checks and maintenance reminders have been automated so that your spa experience will be as carefree as possible.
  • Page 16 Clean filter reminder This message is displayed every three months to remind you to replace the filter cartridge on the spa. The display will start blinking with the message ‘CLE’. Press any key on the keypad to clear the message. Replace your disposable filter every three (3) months. (See Spa Maintenance for more information) Temperature Control (Up &...
  • Page 17: Light Button

    on when the system is put on standby The filter cycle, the Smart Winter mode (see pg 19) and the heater can’t start during this time. All keys are disabled except the On/Off key. A second long press (5 seconds) will restart the system before the 30 minutes ends. When power is first applied to the spa, it is “On”...
  • Page 18 Press on the Filter Cycle key. The display will show Fd XX where XX represents the F 01 number of hours Pump 1 will be operating at low speed. Use the Up & Down arrow keys to change the number of hours. 00 = no filtration F 01 01 = 1 hour/cycle...
  • Page 19: Panel Lock

    Filter Cycle Suspension During a Filter cycle, if an accessory (a pump, the blower, or the light) is used manually, the Filter cycle is suspended the time the accessories are used. Once all accessories are turned off (whether manually or by built-in timer), the Filtration cycle remains suspended for an extra 40 minutes.
  • Page 20: Spa Care And Maintenance

    Spa Care and Maintenance Your Arctic Spa ® is manufactured from the highest quality, most durable materials available. Even so, the spa care and maintenance program you develop will ultimately determine how long your spa and its individual components will last. Regular maintenance following the advice in this section will help you to protect your investment.
  • Page 21 2. To reinstall the spa pillow, push the button and carefully insert pillow. Care of the Spa Shell Your Arctic Spa ® has a fibreglass reinforced, Lucite ®...
  • Page 22: Care Of The Spa Cover

    Cedar Cabinet: When properly cared for, the wood cabinet of your spa will maintain its beauty for many years. Your Arctic Spa cabinet has been specially treated with Olympic Maximum Wood Stain. Use this stain or a similar product on a regular basis to protect the wood of the cabinet and keep your spa looking great for years to come.
  • Page 23: Vacation Care Instructions

    LED Light Replacement All Arctic Spas ® come equipped with two 12 volt blue LED underwater lights for night use. The Northern Lights™ op- tion uses two multicoloured LED assemblies. The Northern Lights™ Deluxe option comes with five lights. Should you need to change any light, follow these simple steps: 1.
  • Page 24: Water Maintenance

    Water Maintenance It’s important to have clean water. Water maintenance is one of the least understood, but very 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 25 • Rinse the test cells before and after each use. • Do not dispose of test samples into the spa water. • When adding drops of chemicals from the kit (the reagents) into the test block, hold the bottle vertically and add the drops slowly to be sure the correct quantity is used. •...
  • Page 26 circulation of water can cause the erosion of metals from spa equipment which can present possible scaling and staining problems in your spa. Cases of source water with high minerals (such as some well water): 1. We recommend you add 3 1/2 tablespoons (48 grams) of Arctic Pure Best Defense per 1000 ®...
  • Page 27 If the pH is too high, it can be decreased by adding Arctic Pure Adjust Down to the spa water. ® 5. It is important to check the pH on a regular basis. The pH will be affected by the bather load, the addition of new water, the addition of various chemicals, and the type of sanitizer used.
  • Page 28 Start-up: 1. Add pucks to floating dispenser and open to setting 4. 2. Add 7 tablespoons (100 grams) of Arctic Pure Refresh per 1500 litres (396 gallons) of water. ® 3. Add 1 tablespoon (14 grams) of Arctic Pure SpaBoost per 1000 litres (265 gallons) of water. ®...
  • Page 29: Common Spa Water Problems~Cause & Remedy

    Common Spa Water Problems~Cause & Remedy SOLUTIONS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES A. Poor Filtration A. Dirty filter, clean with Arctic Pure ® Filter Restore (not with disposable filter). B. Suspended particles ® B. Add Arctic Pure Easy Clear C. Organic contaminants build up ®...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Spa Problems

    Troubleshooting Spa Problems 1. Nothing functions: The GFCI Breaker has tripped or there is a power failure. Test GFCI Breaker. Turn breaker back on and see if spa powers up, if not contact your factory authorized dealer. 2. Spa does not heat: Check to see if the heat indicator is on or there are any error messages on the topside control panel.
  • Page 31 Important This manual and its contents are subject to change without notice. Although Blue Falls Manufac- turing has prepared this manual as accurately and precisely as possible, Blue Falls Manufacturing will not be liable for loss, injury or damages caused by improper servicing or by use of spa (improper or otherwise).
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