Hawkeye Mfg Portable Spa Owner's Operating Manual

Hawkeye Mfg Portable Spa Owner's Operating Manual

Portable spa

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Portable Spa Owner's
Operating Guide
Spa Model: _____________________________________
Serial Number: __________________________________
Date of Purchase: ________________________________

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  • Page 1 Portable Spa Owner’s Operating Guide Spa Model: _____________________________________ Serial Number: __________________________________ Date of Purchase: ________________________________...
  • Page 2: Save These Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Consignes de sécurité importantes. Lire et suivre toutes les instructions. Sauvegarder ces instructions! Read the entire owner’s manual & safety instructions before operating the spa. Lire l’intégralité du manuel du propriétaire & consignes de sécurité avant d’utiliser le spa. When installing the spa, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Lors de l’installation du spa, précautions de sécurité...
  • Page 3 DANGER : Risque de dommage. Ne retirez pas le vide râper. Aspiration à travers des évacuations et racleurs sont de puissants lorsque les jets dans le spa sont en cours d’utilisation. Râper aspiration endommagés peu- vent être dangereux pour les enfants et les adultes aux cheveux longs. Si une partie du corps ou de cheveux être appelée dans ces accessoires ou collées sur la tuyauterie désactiver le spa immédiatement.
  • Page 4 can vary and not reflect the proper temperature. AVERTISSEMENT - de réduire les risques de blessure : Avant d’entrer dans un spa, l’utilisateur doit vérifier la température de l’eau avec un thermomètre exacte depuis la tolérance de la température de l’eau réglemen- tant périphériques peuvent varier et ne pas refléter la température correcte.
  • Page 5 CAUTION: Do not use the spa under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, or other drugs. Use of the spa under these conditions may lead to serious consequences. ATTENTION : n’utilisez pas le spa sous l’influence de l’alcool, de stupéfiants, ou d’autres médicaments. Utilisa- tion de la spa dans ces conditions peut entraîner de graves conséquences.
  • Page 6 Since excessive water temperature has a high potential for causing fetal damage during early months of pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 100°F (38°C). Always consult your doctor prior to using a spa. Depuis la température excessive de l’eau a un potentiel élevé pour causer des dommages sur le fœtus durant les premiers mois de la grossesse, les femmes enceintes ou peut-être les femmes enceintes devraient limiter spa températures de l’eau à...
  • Page 7 This sign has been mounted permanently to the front of the spa. Replacement signs can be obtained from: Hawkeye Manufacturing, Inc 1500 Commerce Rd Richmond, VA 23224 Chaque spa a été...
  • Page 8 viii WARNING: Children should not use swim spas or hot tubs without adult supervision. AvERTISSEMENT: NE PAS LAISSER LES ENFANTS UTILISER UNE CUvE DE RELAXATION SANS SURvEILLANCE. WARNING: Do not use swim spas or hot tubs unless all suction guards are installed to prevent body and hair entrap- ment.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Letter from the Owner ......1 Health Benefits ......2 First Things First .
  • Page 10: Letter From The Owner

    Letter From the Owner Thank you for choosing to own a Hawkeye or Barefoot Spa! You have just made a wonderful investment towards your health and well being. For over a quarter century Hawkeye Manufacturing, Inc has been dedicated to designing the highest quality spas on the market.
  • Page 11: Health Benefits

    Health Benefits The health benefits attributable to the spa are both mental and physical. The heat, buoyancy, and massaging characteristics of the spa work together to produce a euphoric sense of comfort and relaxation. Stress and Stress-Related Conditions Sitting in hot water causes endorphins to be released, which melts away the aches and pains. The massaging characteristics of the strategically placed jets together with the heat of the water alleviates the tension and allows the body to more effectively cleanse the carbon dioxide in its muscles (CO2 is what gives muscles the fatigued sensation).
  • Page 12: First Things First

    First Things First – Where to Locate The Spa Choosing where to place the spa requires careful consideration. The spa must be installed on a sturdy, flat surface. A concrete slab at least four inches thick is recommended. If the spa is going to be placed on a deck, it must have a load capacity of at least 90lbs per square foot.
  • Page 13: Electrical Wiring

    Electrical Wiring NOTE: ALL ELECTRICAL WORK MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND MEET THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE REQUIREMENTS. PLEASE HAVE THE ELECTRICIAN REFER TO THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE. THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES ARE NECESSARY FOR PROPER FUNCTIONALITY OF THE SPA.
  • Page 14 Electrical Wiring – Seimens Diagram 240V GCFI SPA WIRING DIAGRAM FOR CERTIFIED ELECTRICIANS REFERENCE ONLY IMPORTANT: The white neutral wire from the back of the CFGI MUST be connected to an incoming service neutral. The internal mechanism of the CFGI requires this neutral connection. The CFGI will not work without it.
  • Page 15 Electrical Wiring – Square D Diagram 240V GCFI SPA WIRING DIAGRAM FOR CERTIFIED ELECTRICIANS REFERENCE ONLY IMPORTANT: The white neutral wire from the back of the CFGI MUST be connected to an incoming service neutral. The internal mechanism of the CFGI requires this neutral connection.
  • Page 16: Parts Of The Spa

    Parts of the Spa – Overhead View 1. Filter Assembly – Varies, in most models it consists of the filter housing, filter, basket, and telescoping skimmer. 2. Topside Control Unit – Controls the temperature, light(s), mode, and filter settings 3. Waterfall On/Off Valve – Allows or restricts flow to the waterfall 4.
  • Page 17 Parts of the Spa – Side View 1. Waterfall – Enhances visual and audible ambiance 2. Kick Plate – Base of spa 3. Drain Release Valve – Point of release when draining the spa 4. Cabinet – Made of mahogany or synthetic wood, the cabinet helps to insulate and protect the spa ** Many of these features are optional and will not necessarily be present on your spa **...
  • Page 18: Internal Components

    Internal Components 
 Spa Pack – Monitors all the spa’s functions, including the heater, pump(s), and filtration settings. Unscrew the lid to gain access to the electrical wiring connections, circuit board, fuses, and heater. Part # 55370 or 54370-03 
 Pump - Propels water throughout the spa.
  • Page 19: Initial Operating Procedures

    Initial Operating Procedures Filling the Spa Please take the following precautionary measures before filling the spa: • Make sure the electrical service is shut off at the breaker. This will prevent accidental damage to the pump(s) and heater. • Remove the cabinet panel directly below the topside controls to access the equipment compartment.
  • Page 20 System Initialization Sequence The spa will enter into a program sequence when it first receives power. The system will perform a self-diagnostic sequence and flash random sequences of numbers on the topside display. This process will last approximately 30 seconds. Next the spa will enter its Program Mode (the topside display will read ‘Pr’).
  • Page 21 Please refer to Topside Control Operations Guide for information on what these settings represent and how to change them. Hawkeye Manufacturing, Inc recommends setting the mode to Standard (‘St’ or ‘Std’) and the filtration setting to a two hour cycle (‘F2’ or ‘FIL2’) if the spa is being filled with treated municipal water, or setting the mode to Standard (‘St’...
  • Page 22 Voila! The spa is filled, the water has been heated and treated, and the topside control has been programmed to the correct settings. There is only one thing left that the spa needs to be complete – you!
  • Page 23: Topside Controls

    Topside Control Operations Guide Temperature Control (80ºF – 104ºF / 26ºC – 40ºC) The last measured water temperature is constantly displayed. The water temperature displayed is current only when the pump has been running for at least two minutes. To display the set temperature, press ‘Warm’ or ‘Cool’ once. To change the set temperature, press a temperature button again before the display stops flashing.
  • Page 24 Filter Cycle The first preset filter cycle begins six minutes after the spa is energized. The second preset filter cycle begins twelve hours later. Filter duration is programmable for two, four, six, or eight hours or for continuous filtra- tion (indicated by ‘FILC’ or ‘FC’). To program the filter cycle, press ‘Warm’...
  • Page 25: General Maintenance

    Using a water softener such as SPAmonthly on a monthly basis is also recommended. Hawkeye Manufacturing, Inc strongly recommends ONEshock for use with its spas as the primary means of sanitization. ONEshock is a sanitizer that has been pre-measured for our spas in dissolvable packets.
  • Page 26 Maintaining the Water Level It is normal for the spa to lose approximately one inch of water per week. The water loss is due to evaporation and run off from people exiting the spa. Please be mindful of this and add water as necessary.
  • Page 27 Cleaning the Plumbing It is important to clean out the plumbing before draining the spa. The dirt, oils, and cleaning chemicals that cloud and foam up the water will remain in the spa’s pipes – that is, unless they are cleaned out before the spa is drained. To do this, pour a bottle of PIPEcleanser into the spa and turn the jets on (If there is more than one ‘Jets’...
  • Page 28 Cleaning the Spa Shell Remember the oils, dirt, and cleaning chemicals that needed to be removed from the plumbing of the spa? Those same residues need to be cleaned from the surface of the spa’s acrylic or plastic shell. Spray the Shell & Liner Cleaner generously on the acrylic or plastic and wipe off with a soft cloth.
  • Page 29 Maintain It - Maintaining the spa in the winter months is much the same as maintaining the spa the rest of the year. The only major addition is that the spa and GFCI needs to be checked on a daily basis to make sure it is receiving power. The spa is constantly monitoring the temperature of the water and will automatically activate the pump(s) and heating element if it registers freezing or near-freezing conditions.
  • Page 30: Common Water Problems

    Common Water Problems Water is Out of Balance Possible Cause Solution Preventative Maintenance Well water, untreated municipal Test water and adjust as neces- Maintain pH of 7.5 ± 0.3 and a water, frequent usage sary using Alkalinity Increase, total alkalinity of 80-120 ppm. pH Up, and/or pH Down.
  • Page 31 Smelly Water Possible Cause Solution Preventative Maintenance Excessive organic contaminants Add one ONEshock packet for Use ONEshock on a regular basis every 250 US gallons. to oxidize organic compounds. Skin/Eye Irritation Possible Cause Solution Preventative Maintenance Excessive chloramines or organic Superchlorinate water.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting – Air in the Pump Air in the pump – pump is working but nothing is coming out of the jets 2. Locate the pump by turning it 1. Press the ‘Jets’ button that on and listening for its position. corresponds with the airlocked pump repeatedly for 30 seconds.
  • Page 33 Troubleshooting – Water Not Heating or Heating Slowly Water is not heating or is heating very slowly 1. Check the GFCI and top side control to make sure the spa is receiving power. 2. Check the topside control to see if it is displaying any error codes.
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting – Pump/Motor is Not Working Correctly Pump/motor is not working correctly 1. Check the GFCI and topside control If that does not solve to make sure the spa the problem… is receiving power. 2. Remove the spa panels around the pump and try to turn it on by pressing its coresponding ‘Jets’...
  • Page 35 Troubleshooting – Cannot Turn On/Off Valve or Diverter Valve Cannot turn on/off valve or diverter valve 1. Remove gray cap. Wedge a flathead screwdriver or other flat object under the cap and pop it off. 2. Clean any debris or buildup that has accumulated on ridged underbody with a soft cloth.
  • Page 36 Troubleshooting – Water Temperature Higher Than Set Temperature Water temperature is higher than the set temperature 1. Check the ambient temperature. The water cannot be maintained at a temperature lower than the ambient temperature. 2. Check the spa’s Filtration Cycle Setting. Running the spa on continuous filtration (‘FC’...
  • Page 37 Troubleshooting – Pump Will Not Turn Off Pump will not turn off 1. Check to see if the spa has a circulation pump. Circulation pumps run 24 hours a day. 2. Check to see if the heat light is on. The pump will turn itself on temporarily if it needs to heat the water.
  • Page 38 Troubleshooting – No Water or Weak Stream Coming From Jet No water or weak stream coming from a jet 1. Rotate the jet counterclockwise to open it. If the jet is already open… 2. Remove the jet from the jet body. Check the back of the jet and the jet line for any obstructions.
  • Page 39: Reference Guide

    Spa Reference Guide Dimensions Water Capacity Pumps Dry Weight Filled Weight Model (LxWxH in inches) (In US Gallons) (lbs) (lbs) Ambassador 84 x 84 x 38 3950 Atlas 84 x 84 x 38 3 + circ. 3950 Catamaran 77 x 82 x 34 3800 Eclipse 56 x 81 x 34...
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