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Owner's
Manual
For all 2003 Tadpole Hot Tubs
(Multiple Patents with Other Patents Pending)
Tadpole Hot Tub Owner's Manual - January 24, 2003

TABLE OF CONTENTS

U.L./CSA Safety Instructions ................................ P. 02
Additional Safety Instructions .............................. P. 04
Selecting a Site for your Spa ................................ P. 07
Checklist Before Filling Your Spa ......................... P. 11
Initial Start-Up ....................................................... P. 12
OPERATION
Control System ..................................................... P. 12
JetPaks .................................................................. P. 15
Jetting ................................................................... P. 16
MAINTENANCE
Water Chemistry ................................................... P. 17
Changing Your Spa Water ..................................... P. 19
Cleaning Your Filter .............................................. P. 20
Light Bulb Replacement ........................................ P. 21
Ozone Sterilizer Replacement .............................. P. 21
Spa Shell Care ....................................................... P. 22
Spa Cabinet Care .................................................. P. 22
Spa Cover Care ..................................................... P. 23
Miscellaneous Care ............................................... P. 23
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MISCELLANEOUS
Parts Identification Diagram ................................ P. 29
Notes ..................................................................... P. 30
............................................................. P. 25
..................... P. 06
............... P. 24
..................... P. 27
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLATION & SET-UP Selecting a Site for your Spa ........ P. 07 Electrical Requirements & Hook-Up ..... P. 08 For all 2003 Tadpole Hot Tubs Checklist Before Filling Your Spa ......P. 11 Initial Start-Up ............P. 12 (Multiple Patents with Other Patents Pending) OPERATION Control System .............

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: U.L./CSA SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: 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 3: Tadpole Hot Tub Owner's Manual — January

    7. DANGER - Risk of Injury. The suction fittings in this hot tub are sized to match the specific water flow created by the pump. Should the need arise to replace the suction fittings or the pump, be sure that the flow rates are compatible.

  • Page 4: Additional Safety Instructions

    Overexposure to hot water conspicuous place adjacent to the spa. For free extra may cause nausea, dizziness, and fainting. copies call Bullfrog International, L.C. at (801) 565- 5. WARNING - Risk of Injury. To avoid injury, 8111.

  • Page 5: Tadpole Hot Tub Owner's Manual — January

    Doing so may cause the hot tub equipment to overheat. 14. CAUTION - Non-Approved Accessories. Using accessories not approved by Bullfrog International, L. C. could void your warranty or cause other problems. Please consult with your authorized Tadpole Hot Tub Dealer.

  • Page 6: Upgrades & Accessories

    New JetPak™ designs: As new jet types and styles become available so will new innovative JetPak modules (Fig. B). Check will your authorized Bullfrog Spa Dealer on a yearly basis to see what's available. Pump upgrade: When you're ready for more horsepower and more jets, just call your authorized Tadpole Hot Tub Dealer and ask for PowerPlus.

  • Page 7: Installation & Set-Up

    INSTALLATION & SET-UP Before attempting to install or use your hot tub, please read the U.L./CSA Safety Instructions, the Additional Safety Instructions, as well as all of the Installation Instructions that follow. SELECTING A SITE FOR YOUR HOT TUB: Your Tadpole Hot Tub was designed for either indoor or outdoor use.

  • Page 8: Electrical Requirements & Hook-Up

    ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS & HOOK-UP All Tadpole Portable Hot Tub’s must be wired in accordance with all local & national electric codes. Have a licensed electrician perform the electrical installation. Important: All metal enclosures, pipe or conduit located within 5 feet (1.5m) of the spa must be bonded to the Control Center Box located inside the equipment compartment of the spa.

  • Page 9: Volt Installation

    120 VOLT INSTALLATION Use only a qualified Licensed Electrician to make 120 Volt electrical installations. Your 120 Volt spa requires a dedicated GFCI 20 AMP electrical circuit and a minimum supply wire size of 12 gauge. It is important that this circuit is dedicated (not being used by any other electrical appliance) or your spa may not function properly.
  • Page 10 Never bypass the neutral line. If the neutral line is bypassed, then the current will be imbalanced and cause the GFCI to trip. Note: For a GFCI wiring diagram, please contact Bullfrog International, L.C. or an authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer.

  • Page 11: Checklist Before Filling Your Spa

    CHECKLIST BEFORE FILLING YOUR HOT TUB Important: The equipment should never be operated without water in the hot tub. Serious damage to the pump and/or heater may occur. 1. Installing Your Cover: Your hot tub cover comes with tie-down straps and locking hardware to attach the cover to the hot tub or decking.

  • Page 12: Initial Start-Up

    INITIAL START-UP Important: Tadpole Hot Tub’s come with an Economy Control System. Refer only to the Control System that applies to your hot tub. ECONOMY CONTROL SYSTEM: When your hot tub is first activated, it will go into Priming mode, indicated by “Pr” on the display. The Priming mode will last for less than 5 minutes and then the hot tub will begin normal operation in Standard Mode.
  • Page 13 ECONOMY CONTROL SYSTEM MASTER CONTROL PAD (Figures I-1 & 2) Temp Set (80°F - 104°F) The start-up temperature is set at 100°F. The last meas- ured temperature is constantly displayed on the LED. Note that the last measured hot tub temperature dis- played is current only when pump 1 (“Jets ”...
  • Page 14 Sleep Mode heats the hot tub to within 20°F of the set temperature only during filter cycles. “SL” will display solid when temperature is not cur- rent, and will alternate with temperature when temperature is current. Preset Filter Cycles The first filter cycle begins 6 minutes after the hot tub is energized.

  • Page 15: Jetpaks

    JetPaks™ To identify a type of JetPak, locate the JetPak Identification Number found on the back side of the JetPak (example: J03-63-12). This number provides the following information: • The Style of JetPak (J03=Style Number 03) • The Water Flow-Rate of the JetPak (63=63 (Figure M-1) Remove Pillow Gallons Per Minute) •...

  • Page 16: Jetting

    JETTING: Shower Jet JET TYPES (Fig. O) Depending on the model, your Tadpole Portable Hot Tub comes with a unique combination of Adjustable Neck Jet the following jets: Name Flow • Ozone Jet (for ozone system only) Duo Blaster Jet •...

  • Page 17: Water Chemistry

    MAINTENANCE 3. pH Control: Proper pH balance is extremely important in controlling bacteria, providing water that's comfortable for the user, and in preventing damage to the hot tub and its equipment. Using WATER CHEMISTRY the scale of 0-14, pH is the measure of acidity and Tap water that is safe to drink is not always right basicity in the water.
  • Page 18 MAINTAINING HOT TUB WATER Second, non-filterable micro-particulate wastes Sanitizer and pH Levels: (dust, etc.) have contaminated the water. To remove these wastes substances, use a WATER CLARIFIER. It is important to test and adjust the sanitizer and pH levels of your hot tub on a frequent basis. If your Note: Names of hot tub chemicals will vary from one hot tub is used 0-3 times weekly, then we manufacturer to another.

  • Page 19: Changing Your Spa Water

    Steps to Drain Your hot tub (Using the Optional Pow- Using the hot tub in these conditions could result in erDrain™ w/ 50’ of Drain Hose): a skin rash or other irritation. *Items Needed: 1 or 2 JetZone dividers For assistance in handling hot tub water chemistry problems, consult your authorized 1.

  • Page 20: Cleaning Your Filter

    CLEANING YOUR FILTER Cleaning the Filter Cartridge: It is recommended that your Filter Cartridge be cleaned every 3 to 6 weeks or as needed. Replace the Filter Cartridge(s) approximately every two years or when necessary. To maintain warranty protection, use only Tadpole Filter Cartridge replacements. 1.

  • Page 21: Light Bulb Replacement

    OZONE STERILIZER REPLACEMENT On the front of your Tadpole Ozone Sterilizer (optional) is an ozone indicator light (the Ozone Sterilzer is located in the equipment compartment). This indicator light will glow whenever ozone is being produced. To verify that your Ozone Sterilizer is working properly, check the indicator light when the filter pump is running and only during a preprogrammed filter cycle, making sure that the indicator light...

  • Page 22: Spa Shell Care

    HOT TUB SHELL CARE Your Tadpole Hot Tub surface is durable and easy to clean: Centrex® Hot Tub Surfaces: For normal cleaning, use Ivory® Liquid dishwashing detergent or its equivalent. For stubborn stains, use Spic & Span® in powder form or its equivalent. To apply these cleaners, use a soft, damp cloth or sponge.

  • Page 23: Spa Cover Care

    HOT TUB COVER CARE Your hot tub cover is warranted by its manufacturer, Sunstar Enterprises, 127 N. Las Posas, San Marcos, CA 92069 (Phone 760 -744-2172). Although basic instructions are provided below, it is important that you refer to the Sunstar information that came with your cover.

  • Page 24: Low-Use Or No-Use Periods

    LOW-USE OR NO-USE PERIODS At certain times of the year you may not use your hot tub as often as expected. For these low-use or no-use periods, we recommend the following: Low-Use: If your hot tub is being used less than once per month, then you may wish to lower the temperature setting by approximately 5-10°F or put the hot tub in the "Economy Mode".

  • Page 25: Service

    Tadpole Hot Tub technician, we encourage you to request and use genuine Tadpole replacement parts. If you are not able to obtain service in your area, call Bullfrog International, L.C. at: Phone: 801-565-8111 E-Mail: info@bullfrogspas.com Tadpole Hot Tub Owner’s Manual — January 24, 2003...

  • Page 26: Dealer Information

    Purchase Information ___________________________________________________ _YOUR HOT TUB'S SERIAL NUMBER ___________________________________________________ _DATE YOU PURCHASED YOUR HOT TUB Dealer Information ___________________________________________________ Dealer Name ___________________________________________________ Street Address ___________________________________________________ City, State, & Zip Code ___________________________________________________ Phone Number Page 26 Tad Pole Hot Tub Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM: Hot tub will not heat. Cause: 1. Thermostat on Control Pad has been The following guide was prepared to assist you in turned down. solving simple problems with your hot tub. If the problem with your hot tub cannot be solved after Solution: Adjust thermostat to desired temperature following these procedures, please contact your setting.
  • Page 28 PROBLEM: Jets are weaker than normal or do not work at all, but in both cases the pump is running. Cause: 1. Jet handle(s) is partially or fully closed. Solution: Open jet handle(s). Cause: 2. Hot tub filter cartridge is dirty. Solution: See "Cleaning Your Filter"...

  • Page 29: Parts Identification Diagram

    PARTS IDENTIFICATION DIAGRAMS Inside Equipment Compartment Underwater Light (back side) Pump Control Center Heater Top View of Hot Tub (Model 251 Shown) SnapCap Foot Jets Headrest Control Pad Ozone Jet Light JetPak™ Suction Fitting Filter Assembly Face Plate Filter Assembly Equipment Compartment: SnapCap™...

  • Page 30: Notes

    NOTES: Page 30 Tad Pole Hot Tub Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 31 ™ Bullfrog International, L.C. 686 West 14600 South • Bluffdale, Utah 84065 801 565-8111 • FAX 801 565-8333 www.bullfrogspas.com E-mail: info@bullfrogspas.com Tadpole Hot Tub Owner’s Manual — January 24, 2003 Page 31...

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