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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 3 MASTER SPAS LEGACY OWNER’S MANUAL Welcome To Ultimate Relaxation! Thank you for choosing your new spa built by Master Spas. Please read the entire Owner’s Manual before installing and using your spa. The goal of this manual is to provide you with safety and operational information plus some tips that will help you enjoy your spa to its fullest.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Water Maintenance Trouble-Shooting Guide ............23 Why Chemicals are Important in a Spa..............24 Maintenance Recommendations ................25 Winterizing Your Spa ....................26 Legacy Spa Specifications ......................27 Controls ......................28-29 Diagnostic Messages..................30-31 Legacy Stereo System....................32 Spa Trouble-Shooting Guide ................33-34 Regular Maintenance Procedures................35-36 Spa Care and Maintenance Record ..............37-40...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    INTRODUCTION It’s time to relax! You now have your very own portable spa by Master Spas, Inc. By fully understanding the operation of each of the features of your new Master Spa, you will be assured of many years of hassle-free, hot water therapy and fun.

  • Page 6: Important Safety

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should be observed 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 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) WARNING. Install the spa so that water can be easily drained out of the compartment containing electrical components so as not to damage equipment. When installing the spa make sure to allow for an adequate drainage system to deal with any overflow water.
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) HYPERTHERMIA Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6° F. THE SYMPTOMS OF HYPERTHERMIA INCLUDE: Dizziness • Fainting • Drowsiness • Lethargy • Increase in Internal Body Temperature THE EFFECTS OF HYPERTHERMIA INCLUDE: Unawareness of Impending Hazard •...
  • Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) DANGER - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Do not permit any electric appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio or television, within five (5) feet of the spa. Never operate any electrical appliances from inside the spa or while wet. WARNING - RISK OF SUFFOCATION.

  • Page 10: Save These Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) 15. A green coloured terminal or a terminal marked G, GR, Ground, Grounding or the symbol shown in Figure 14.1 of UL1563 is located inside the supply terminal box or compartment. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this terminal must be connected to the grounding means provided in the electric supply service panel with a continuous copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying this equipment.
  • Page 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: CHILDREN SHOULD NOT USE SPAS OR HOT TUBS WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION AVERTISSEMENT: NE PAS LAISSER LES ENFANTS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAX- ATION SANS SURVEILLANCE WARNING: DO NOT USE SPAS OR HOT TUBS UNLESS ALL SUCTION GUARDS ARE INSTALLED TO PREVENT BODY AND HAIR ENTRAPMENT.
  • Page 12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: BEFORE ENTERING THE SPA OR HOT TUB MEASURE THE WATER TEMPER- ATURE WITH AN ACCURATE THERMOMETER AVERTISSEMENT: AVANT D’UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION MESURER LA TEMPÉRATURE DE L’EAU À L’AIDE D’UN THERMOMÉTRE PRÉCIS WARNING: DO NOT USE A SPA OR HOT TUB IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING STRENUOUS EXERCISE AVERTISSEMENT: NE PAS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION IMMÉDIATEMENT...

  • Page 13: Glossary Of Spa Terminology

    GLOSSARY OF SPA TERMINOLOGY 1. DRAINING YOUR LEGACY SPA. The drain is located behind the front panel on the far right side, grasp the hose bib cap and turn it counter clockwise. Attach a garden hose, if desired. Turn the black knob on the side of the valve a quarter turn.

  • Page 14: Electrical Installation Requirements

    All Master Spas equipment packs are wired for 240 VAC only. The only electrical supply for your spa must include a 50 AMP switch or circuit breaker to open all non-grounded supply conductors to comply with section 422-20 of the National Electrical Code.

  • Page 15: Wiring Schematic

    WIRING SCHEMATIC - 240 VOLT SPA HOOK-UP Balboa G.F.C.I Breaker Box Instruments Incorporated Wire Key Green (Ground) Red (Hot) Black (Hot) White (Neutral) House Breaker Box Spa System Box WHITE (NEUTRAL) BLACK (HOT) RED (HOT) GREEN (GROUND) GRN (GROUND) NOTE: For a 240 V BLK (HOT) dedicated hook-up, the BLK (HOT)

  • Page 16: Site Preparation / General Guidelines

    2) If the spa is being installed indoors, dimension limitations such as stairs, ceilings and walls must be taken into consideration. Please have your Master Spas dealer or delivery service review site or installation plans prior to delivery. NOTE: If you are installing your spa indoors, always be aware that if you splash...
  • Page 17 Here again, with proper planning, no matter what room your spa goes in, it will be your favorite room. • Work with your Master Spas dealer and contractor to insure all local building, electrical and plumbing codes are met • Plan for a floor drain to drain off excess water or for draining and cleaning your spa •...

  • Page 18: Installation Instructions

    Due to the nature of water flow and hydro-therapy pumps, please be advised that air locking of pumps may occur. Master Spas has taken measures to reduce the possibility of this, but it still may occur, especially after refilling a spa.

  • Page 19: Water Chemistry Terms You Should Know

    WATER CHEMISTRY TERMS YOU SHOULD KNOW Before jumping into the Spa Water Maintenance, here are some terms to help you. 1. Parts per million, or ppm: This is a form of measurement used in most pool or spa chemical readings. Best described as any one million like items of equal size and make up, next to one unlike item , but of equal size.
  • Page 20 WATER CHEMISTRY TERMS YOU SHOULD KNOW Before jumping into the Spa Water Maintenance, here are some terms to help you. 7. Filtration: Filters are necessary to remove particles of dust, dirt, algae, etc. that are continuously entering the water. If the spa is not operated long enough each day for the filter to do a proper job, this puts a burden on the chemicals, causing extra expense.

  • Page 21: Water Quality Maintenance Schedule

    WATER QUALITY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EACH USE - Check spa water with a test strip for proper sanitation levels and adjust accordingly to the proper levels. ONCE A WEEK - Add 3 Tablespoons of a non-chlorine shock or 1 teaspoon of Dichlor to spa per 250 gallons. 3 TIMES A WEEK - Test water using chemical test strips.

  • Page 22: Spa Water Maintenance - Start-Up

    SPA WATER MAINTENANCE - START-UP 1. Read the spa owners manual first. 2. Clean the surface with a spa general purpose cleaner or wipe down with a clean wet towel. 3. Begin filling the spa with fresh water. If possible, do not use softened water. 4.
  • Page 23 SPA WATER MAINTENANCE - START-UP DAY ONE 1. Test and adjust total alkalinity if necessary to between 80 to 150 ppm using the pH / alkalinity increaser or decreaser 1oz. at a time. Wait 15 minutes, retest and adjust if necessary. The pump should be running on high speed during this time with the air controls closed.

  • Page 24: Spa Water Maintenance – Start-Up

    SPA WATER MAINTENANCE - START-UP DAY FOUR SKIP DAY FIVE 1. Test and adjust total alkalinity, if necessary, to between 80 and 150 ppm using the pH / alkalinity increaser or decreaser, 1oz. at a time. Wait 15 minutes, retest and adjust if necessary. The pump should be running on high speed during this time with the air controls closed.

  • Page 25: Water Maintenance Trouble-Shooting Guide

    SPA WATER MAINTENANCE TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES HOW TO FIX IT Chlorine / Bromine Odor • Excessive Chlorine or • Shock water with non- bromine levels chlorine shock treatment • Low pH • Adjust pH if necessary Water Odor •...

  • Page 26: Why Chemicals Are Important In A Spa

    WHY CHEMICALS ARE IMPORTANT IN A SPA 1. Evaporation: As water evaporates, only pure water evaporates, leaving the salts, minerals, metals, and any unused chemicals behind. Adding water adds more salts, minerals, and metals. In time, the water can become saturated with these dissolved solids and can cause stains or scale to form on the walls of the spa or a scale build up inside the equipment.

  • Page 27: Maintenance Recommendations

    MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS Your spa requires periodic draining and cleaning to ensure a safe, healthy environment. It is recommended that you clean your spa at least every 180 days. Heavy bather load will require cleaning it more often. TO DRAIN YOUR SPA •...

  • Page 28: Winterizing Your Spa

    9.) Replace access panels. 10.) Cover spa to prevent water from entering the spa. * Disclaimer: Master Spas does not recommend winterizing your spa. If you choose to do so, any damage that may result is not covered under the spa warranty.

  • Page 29: Legacy Spa Specifications

    4,190 ENVISION 78 x 84 x 32 240V, 580 / 50 Amp 3,245 The VS line of spas is similar to the Legacy line. The differences between them are as follows: Legacy Gray jets Stainless jets No stereo Stereo Standard lighting...

  • Page 30: Controls

    LEGACY SPA - CONTROLS INITIAL START-UP When your spa is first actuated, it will go into Priming mode, indicated by “ ” The Priming mode will last for less than 5 minutes (press “Warm” or “Cool” to skip Priming mode) the spa will begin to heat and maintain the water temperature in the Standard mode.

  • Page 31: Controls

    LEGACY SPA - CONTROLS Light Press the “Light” button to turn the light on and off. If left on, the light automatically turns off after 4 hours. Mode Mode is changed by pressing the “Temperature” button (Warm or Cool on some models) and then the “Light”...

  • Page 32: Diagnostic Messages

    LEGACY SPA - DIAGNOSTIC MESSAGES MESSAGE MEANING ACTION REQUIRED No message on display. The control panel will be disabled until Power has been cut off power returns. Spa settings will be to the spa. preserved until next power up. Temperature After the pump has been running unknown.
  • Page 33 LEGACY SPA - DIAGNOSTIC MESSAGES MESSAGE MEANING ACTION REQUIRED Sensors are out of If the problem persists, contact your balance. If alternating dealer or service organization. with spa temperature, it may just be a temporary condition. If flashing by itself, spa is shut down.

  • Page 34: Legacy Stereo System

    LEGACY STEREO SYSTEM Warning: Never remain in your spa longer than 15 minutes per session when the water temperature is above 98˚F. If you wish to spend more time in your spa, whether enjoying music, or just lounging, be sure to keep the spa water at or below body temperature (98.6˚F).

  • Page 35: Spa Trouble-Shooting Guide

    SPA TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE NOTHING ON THE SPA OPERATES- 1.) Check the control panel display for any messages. If there is a message, refer to the diagnostic section. There you will find the meaning of the message and what action is to be taken. 2.) If there is no message on your control panel, check and reset the GFCI and house breaker.

  • Page 36: Spa Trouble-Shooting Guide

    SPA TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE SPA NOT HEATING * If the spas heater has failed, the majority of the time it will trip the GFCI breaker. If the spa is not heating and has not tripped the breaker, please follow these steps: 1.) Check the control panel for diagnostic messages.

  • Page 37: Regular Maintenance Procedures

    REGULAR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Note: These are areas that will require the spa owner to perform routine maintenance. These are not areas covered under the warranty of the spa. CLEANING JETS The majority of jets in your spa can individually be turned on/off.
  • Page 38 VENTILATION OF COVER AND SPA. NOTE: The cover warranty is provided through the cover manufacturer and not through Master Spas. You will need to mail the cover warranty back to the cover manufacturer. CARE OF YOUR SPA CABINET Your quality Polymer Skirt simply needs to be hosed off periodically.

  • Page 39: Spa Care And Maintenance Record

    SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE Drain & Clean Spa Clean Filter Cartridge Soak Filter Cartridge in Solution Test GFCI Clean and Condition Spa Cover Miscellaneous Service Miscellaneous Service...
  • Page 40 SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE...
  • Page 41 SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE...

  • Page 42: Spa Care And Maintenance Record

    SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE...
  • Page 44 Master Spas, Inc. We cannot and do not accept any responsibility or liability for any other representations, statements or contracts made by any dealer beyond the provisions of our written limited warranty.

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