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For all 2001 Bullfrog Portable Spas
(Multiple Patents with Other Patents Pending)
Bullfrog Spas Owner's Manual
(Revised: August 6, 2001)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

U.L. Safety Instructions ........................................ P. 02
Additional Safety Instructions .............................. P. 03
Selecting a Site for your Spa ................................ P. 06
Checklist Before Filling Your Spa ......................... P. 11
Initial Start-Up ....................................................... P. 12
OPERATION
Control Systems ................................................... P. 13
JetPaks .................................................................. P. 23
Jetting ................................................................... P. 24
JetZones ................................................................ P. 25
Water Chemistry ................................................... P. 26
Changing Your Spa Water .................................... P. 30
Cleaning Your Filter .............................................. P. 31
Light Bulb Replacement ........................................ P. 32
Ozone Sterilizer Replacement .............................. P. 32
Spa Shell Care ....................................................... P. 33
Spa Cabinet Care .................................................. P. 33
Spa Cover Care ..................................................... P. 34
Miscellaneous Care ............................................... P. 34
............................................................. P. 36
MISCELLANEOUS
Parts Identification Diagram ................................ P. 40
Notes ..................................................................... P. 41
..................... P. 06
.............. P. 29
............... P. 35
..................... P. 38
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Manual Electrical Requirements & Hook-Up ..... P. 08 Checklist Before Filling Your Spa ......P. 11 Initial Start-Up ............P. 12 For all 2001 Bullfrog Portable Spas OPERATION (Multiple Patents with Other Patents Pending) Control Systems ........... P. 13 JetPaks ..............P. 23 Jetting ..............

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    (These units DO NOT have an integral ground fault circuit interrupter. The installation of a integral ground fault circuit interrupter MUST be done by a qualified Electrician and must meet all local and national codes.) Page 2 Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3 This warning sign is suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Place this warning sign in a (Figure A) Warning Sign conspicuous place adjacent to the spa. For free extra copies call Bullfrog International, L.C. at (801) 565-8111. Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual Page 3...

  • Page 4: Additional Safety Instructions

    8. WARNING - Risk of Injury. Individuals with infectious diseases should not use the spa. 9. WARNING - Risk of Injury. Short term inhalation of high concentrations of ozone and long term inhalations of low concentrations of Page 4 Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 5 Doing so may cause the spa 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 Bullfrog Portable Spa 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. PowerPlus™: When you're ready for more horsepower and more jets, just call your authorized Bullfrog Spa Dealer and ask for PowerPlus.
  • Page 7 It must be capable of handling water splashed out from the spa as well as the possibility of a leak from the spa (Your Bullfrog portable spa is the most leak-free spa in the industry, but there is still the possibility of a leak from the spa.

  • Page 8: Electrical Requirements & Hook-Up

    120V/240V CONVERTIBLE EQUIPMENT Unless you special ordered 120 Volt equipment, your Bullfrog Portable Spa comes standard as a 240 Volt spa. If your spa is equipped with a Standard Control System (BULF65), it can be wired as either a dedicated 120V or 240V system.
  • Page 9 (not being used by any other electrical appliance) or your spa may not function properly. Position your Bullfrog Portable Spa at least 5 feet (1.5m) from all electrical outlets or devices. 30 AMP Conversion Option: If you do not have 50...
  • Page 10 6. Replace the Control Center face-plate and the equipment compartment door. 7. The electrical hook-up is complete. Important: Do not fill or start-up the spa until you have completed the following section. (Figure E) Limited 240V Wiring Diagram Page 10 Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 11: Checklist Before Filling Your Spa

    If a leak is detected, except from fittings that can be hand-tightened, call your authorized Bullfrog Spa Dealer. (Figure H) Valve Keeper (Figure I) Fill Level Indication Mark Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 12: Initial Start-Up

    INITIAL START-UP Important: Bullfrog Spas come with either an Standard, Deluxe, or Limited Control System. Refer only to the Control System that applies to your spa. STANDARD CONTROL SYSTEM: When your spa is first activated, it will go into Priming mode, indicated by “Pr”...

  • Page 13: Control Systems

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Important: Bullfrog Spas come with either an Standard, Deluxe or Limited Control System. Please refer only to the Control System that applies to your spa. WARNING: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instruction, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
  • Page 14 The equipment stays on until the sensors detect that the spa temperature has risen to within 15°F of the set Wiring Diagram: Standard Control System temperature. Pump 2 will purge for 1 to 2 minutes at the end of the freeze condition. Page 14 Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 15 Sleep Mode heats the spa to within 20°F of the set tem- perature only during filter cycles. “SLP” will display solid when temperature is not current, and will alternate with temperature when temperature is current. Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual Page 15...
  • Page 16 Once the heater has cooled, reset by pushing any button. If spa does not reset, shut off the power to the spa and call your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer. “OH5” on Display: “Overheat” - The spa has shut down.
  • Page 17 Display: Spa is shut down. The sensor plugged into the Sensor “A” jack is not working. Action Required: If the problem persists, contact your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer. (May appear temporarily in an overheat situation and disappear when the heater cools.) “SnB”...
  • Page 18 Warning! Shock Hazard! No User Serviceable Parts. Do not attempt service of this control system. Contact your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer for assistance. Follow all owner’s manual power connection instructions. Installation must be performed by a licensed electrician and all grounding connections must be properly installed.
  • Page 19 The low speed of pump 1 and the ozone generator (if installed) will run during filtration. At the start of each filter cycle, the high speed of pump 2 will run for 5 minutes. Wiring Diagram: Limited Control System Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual Page 19...
  • Page 20 Once the heater has cooled, reset by pushing any button. If spa does not reset, shut off the power to the spa and call your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer. “SPA TEMP LMT” on Display: “Overheat” - The spa has shut down.
  • Page 21 The sensor that is plugged into the Sensor “A” jack is not working. Action Required: If the problem persists, contact your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer. (May appear temporarily in an overheat situation and disappear when the heater cools.) “SENSOR B SERVICE REQ’D”...
  • Page 22 Warning! Shock Hazard! No User Serviceable Parts. Do not attempt service of this control system. Contact your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer for assis- tance. Follow all owner’s manual power connection in- structions. Installation must be performed by a licensed electrician and all grounding connections must be properly installed.

  • Page 23: Jetpaks

    JetPaks™ Depending on the model, your Bullfrog Spa is equipped with either one, two, or all three of the following JetPak types: • Bucket JetPaks • Recliner JetPaks • Lounger JetPaks The difference in these three types of JetPaks is the contour of the backrest.

  • Page 24: Jetting

    JETTING: JET TYPES (Fig. R) Cluster Jet Duo Blaster Jet Depending on the model, your Bullfrog Portable Spa comes with a unique combination of the following jets: Name Flow Flex Jet Micro Jet • Ozone Jet (for ozone system only) •...

  • Page 25: Jetzones

    JETZONES: Bullfrog Portable Spas powered by two pumps provide a JetPak manifold union unique feature called JetZones. A JetZone is a region of jets that are all powered by the same pump. With JetZones, you decide which JetPaks are powered by each pump.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    7.0 are acidic while pH levels over 7.0 are basic. The proper pH range for a spa is 7.4 to 7.6. Page 26 Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 27 WATER CLARIFIER. Note: Names of spa chemicals will vary from one manufacturer to another. Please consult your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer if you have questions. STARTING YOUR SPA WITH NEW WATER: 1. As your spa fills with tap water , add the prescribed dose of a STAIN &...
  • Page 28 WATER CLARIFIER. This will clear the water of any micro-particulates that came with the new water. 3. If possible, have your authorized Bullfrog Spa Dealer test the Calcium Hardness (CH) of your spa water and adjust as per your dealer's recommendation (the correct level of CH depends on your overall water conditions).

  • Page 29: Ph Sensor Care (Limited Control Option Only)

    Using the spa in these conditions could result in a skin rash or other irritation. For assistance in handling spa water chemistry problems, consult your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer or another service center capable of performing a Computerized Water Analysis.

  • Page 30: Changing Your Spa Water

    Note 2: Do not fill your spa with soft water unless the mineral content is raised immediately. 4. Restore electrical power supply. 5. See "Starting Your Spa with New Water" under "Water Chemistry" in this Owner's Manual. (Figure W) Skimmer, Basket & Filter Assembly Page 30 Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 31: Cleaning Your Filter

    Filter Cartridge(s) approximately every two years or (Figure V) Skimmer, Basket & Filter Location when necessary. To maintain warranty protection, use only Bullfrog Filter Cartridge replacements. 1. Put the spa in "Standby Mode". This will prevent the pump from activating while cleaning the cartridge.

  • Page 32: Light Bulb Replacement

    Note: For alternate lighting systems contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa Dealer for service. OZONE STERILIZER REPLACEMENT On the front of your Bullfrog 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.

  • Page 33: Spa Shell Care

    SPA SHELL CARE Your Bullfrog spa surface is durable and easy to clean: Quarite Plus® Spa Surface: 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 34: Spa Cover Care

    Debris that is too large or too heavy for the filtration system will have to be removed by the use of a spa vacuum. If you do not have a spa vacuum, please contact your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer. Page 34...

  • Page 35: Low-Use Or No-Use Periods

    This scum line can easily be removed with a spa SURFACE CLEANER or its equivalent. See your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer for this product. Note: Avoid using cleaning agents that will leave suds in your spa water.

  • Page 36: Service

    Spa technician perform all repairs on spas that fail outside of warranty coverage or beyond the warranty period. If you are not able to use an authorized Bullfrog Spa technician, we encourage you to request and use genuine Bullfrog replacement parts.

  • Page 37: Dealer Information

    Purchase Information ____________________________________________________ YOUR SPA'S SERIAL NUMBER ____________________________________________________ DATE YOU PURCHASED YOUR SPA Dealer Information ____________________________________________________ Dealer Name ____________________________________________________ Street Address ____________________________________________________ City, State, & Zip Code ____________________________________________________ Phone Number Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual Page 37...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting Guide

    Spa pump will not turn on, creates System/BULF20) fuse in the Control System has blown. burning smell when running, or makes excessive noise when running. Solution: Contact your authorized Bullfrog Portable Spa Dealer. Cause: Pump motor is defective. Solution: Contact your authorized Bullfrog Portable PROBLEM: GFCI Breaker Repeatedly Trips.
  • Page 39 Solution: Re-install in the appropriate JetPak position. (Warning: Running your spa without a JetZone Divider can cause serious damage to your pump.) Cause: 6. Slice Valve is closed. Solution: Open Valve and secure with Valve Keeper. Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual Page 39...

  • Page 40: Parts Identification Diagram

    Ozone Jet Floor Drain Lights Auxiliary Control Pad (“Destiny” Series only) Water Level Indicator Mark Foot Jet Skimmer Thermostat Sensor Skimmer Basket Master Control Pad Equipment Compartment: Filter Drain Hose (inside) Product Specifications Label (inside) Page 40 Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 41: Notes

    NOTES: Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual Page 41...
  • Page 42 Bullfrog International, L.C. 9479 South 500 West • Sandy, Utah 84070 801 565-8111 • Fax 801 565-8333 www.bullfrogspas.com E-mail: info@bullfrogspas.com Page 42 Bullfrog Spas Owner’s Manual...

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