Winterizing Your Spa - champion spas 108 Owner's Manual

important reminders:
• Do unlock and release all cover locks before attempting to open cover .
• Do remove snow buildup to avoid damage of the foam core from the additional weight of the
snow (not covered under warranty) .
• Do lock cover lock straps to secure the cover when the spa is not in use .
• Do not drag or lift the spa cover using either the flaps, or the cover tie downs .
• Do not walk, stand, or sit on the cover .
important:
Whenever the spa is not in use it is essential that the thermal cover be kept in place . When
filled this ensures effective temperature maintenance and economical operation . When empty
this prevents potential damage to the spas surface finish that can result from excessive heat
caused by the sun . This type of damage is specifically excluded from warranty protection . It is
recommended that the thermal cover tie downs always be used to discourage access to the spa by
unsupervised children and minimize heat loss .
*The spa cover manufacturer handles all warranty claims. Champion Spas® does not handle any
warranty issues on the spa cover . Every Champion Spas® model is equipped with a locking cover
that meets the ASTM F1346-91 standard for safety covers .
Wi n TE ri z i ng You r S pa
If you chose not to use your Champion Spas® model during the winter, it is recommended to
properly winterize your spa . Any damage occurring due to accidental freezing of the spa is not
covered under warranty .
The following steps are designed to protect your spa from freezing if followed . For ultimate
protection against freeze damage to your spa, contact your local Champion Spas® Dealer to
schedule a winterizing service plan .
1 .
Turn power off to the spa . Trip GFCI breaker .
2 .
Unscrew panel screws . Remove access panel .
3 .
Locate the drain valve and attach a garden hose to the drain valve .
4 .
Open the drain valve and allow the water to drain ( Champion Spas® will drain to the drain
fitting in the footwell of the spa) .
5 .
Remove filter cartridges and screen adaptors . Clean and store in a dry place .
6 .
Using a wet/dry Shop Vac vacuum, soak up the water remaining on the bottom of the spa .
7 .
Open unions at the heater and at the pump(s) . Remove pump(s) from spa . Vacuum water
from return and suction sides of the plumbing on the pump(s) . Vacuum any water from
heater housing . Leave unions at the heater and at the pump(s) open .
8 . Reverse vacuum and blow out each line of the plumbing going into the pump(s) .
9 . Remove drain plug(s) from pump(s) . Vacuum any water . Leave drain plug(s) open .
10 . Place three cups of non-toxic antifreeze in wet end of pump(s) . Reinstall pump(s) with
unions loose and drain plug(s) out .
important:
Do not use ethylene glycol based antifreeze . This type of antifreeze is toxic and can damage the
spa surface .
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