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  • Page 1 2008 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

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions....................3-10 Glossary of Spa Terminology ..................11 Electrical Installation Requirements ................12 Wiring Schematic ....................13 Site Preparation / General Guidelines ............14-15 Installation Instructions ..................16 Water Chemistry Terms You Should Know ............17-18 Water Quality Maintenance Schedule..............19 Spa Water Maintenance – Start-Up ..............20-22 Water Maintenance Trouble-Shooting Guide ............23 Why Chemicals are Important in a Spa..............24 Maintenance Recommendations ................25...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Included with your new spa is a safety sign. The sign is for you and your guest’s protection and is suitable for outdoor use in wet locations. The sign should be placed in a location visible to all users of the spa. Please take time to point out the physical location of the safety sign and the importance of the safety precautions displayed on the safety sign to all of your guests.

  • 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. Also, when installing spa, allow at least 2 feet of clearance around the perimeter of the spa to provide enough room to access for servicing.
  • 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

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS HAVE YOUR ELECTRICIAN READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLATION BEGINS Electrical connections made improperly, or the use of wire gauge sizes for incurring power which are too small, may continually blow fuses in the electrical equipment box, may damage the internal electrical controls and components, may be unsafe and in any case will void your warranty.

  • 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

    SITE PREPARATION / GENERAL GUIDELINES Portable spa installation is simple when properly planned. To that end, it is important that you read the following information carefully and consult with your Master Spas dealer. 1) Access - The actual dimensions of your new spa will determine the amount of space that is needed in moving the spa from curbside to its final installation area.
  • Page 17 SITE PREPARATION / GENERAL GUIDELINES GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR OUTDOOR INSTALLATION Again, proper planning will increase your total enjoyment factor with your new spa. Listed below are some additional items to consider when planning your installation. • How spa will complement landscaping and vice versa •...

  • Page 18: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1.) Put spa in final position that allows for access to equipment and spa components. 2.) Remove front side panel (This is the side where the main topside control panel is located) so electrical can be hooked up to the spa system pack. Panels are removed by unscrewing the screws in the corner sections and side panels (using #2 square bit).

  • 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

    WINTERIZING YOUR SPA Many people find they enjoy using their spa more in the winter than any other time. Your spa is designed to be used year round in any type of climate. *However, if you decide you don’t want to use your spa in the winter, you must drain it and follow the winterizing steps listed below: 1.) Drain your spa completely using the drain valve (see "To Drain Your Spa") or use an inexpensive submersible pump that you can buy from your dealer...

  • Page 29: Legacy Spa Specifications

    LEGACY SPA - SPECIFICATIONS Water Weight Dimensions Electrical Capacity Dry/Full Therapy (in.) Requirements (gallons) (lbs.) Pumps Count INTREPID 94 x 94 x 36 240V, 700 / 50 Amp 7,740 ENTERPRISE 84 x 84 x 36 240V, 655 / 50 Amp 4,070 INSPIRE 84 x 84 x 36...

  • 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 “Temp” to skip Priming Mode) and then the spa will begin to heat the spa and maintain the water temperature in the Standard mode.

  • Page 31: Controls

    LEGACY SPA - CONTROLS Light (if applicable) Press the “Light” button to turn the light on and off. If left on, the light automatically turns off after 4 hours. L.E.D. Light (if applicable) Press the "Light" button to turn the light on and off. If you wish to change the “function”...

  • 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 REGULAR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CARE OF YOUR SPA COVER Always cover your spa when not in use. This will greatly reduce energy consumption and will cause spa water to heat more rapidly. Water loss and chemical usage will also be reduced. •...

  • 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. © 2008 Master Spas, Inc.

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