Winterizing; Restarting Your Hot Tub In Cold Weather - Sundance Spas Altamar 880 series Owner's Manual

880 SERIES
14.7

Winterizing

Your Sundance hot tub is designed to automatically protect itself against
freezing when operating properly. During periods of severe freezing
temperatures, you should check periodically to be certain that the
electrical supply to the hot tub has not been interrupted. In extreme, bitter
cold weather (less than -20°F) verify standard mode is selected (Section
12.1) to protect the hot tub from freezing.
If you do not intend to use your hot tub, or if there is a prolonged power
outage during periods of severe freezing temperatures, it is important
that all water be removed from the hot tub and equipment to protect
against damage from freezing.
For expert winterization of your hot tub, contact your authorized
Sundance Spas dealer. In emergency situations, damage can be
minimized by taking the following steps:
CAUTiON: TUrN OFF POWer TO HOT TUB!
1. Follow the directions (Section 14.2) for draining the hot tub.
2. As the water level drops below the seats, use whatever means
necessary to get the water out of the recessed seating areas and
into the footwell.
3. When the water level ceases to drop, use whatever means available
to remove any remaining water from the footwell.
4. Remove the equipment-side cabinet panels and locate the drain plugs
in the front of each pump (Figures A and B, pages 13-14). Remove
these plugs to allow the water to drain out of the pumps and heater.
Note: Approximately 1 to 2 gallons will be released during this
procedure. Use a wet/dry vacuum or other means to keep this from
flooding the equipment compartment. Replace the drain plugs.
5. Loosen hose clamp at bottom of heater (Figures A and B, pages
13-14) and pull hose off of heater fitting (twist the hose back and
forth while pulling downward. Tip hose down and allow to drain, then
reinstall hose and clamp.
6. Re-install cabinet side panels and cover hot tub so that no moisture
can enter into it. Consult your Sundance Spas dealer if you have any
questions regarding winter use or winterizing.
14.8

restarting Your Hot Tub in Cold Weather

If you want to start up your hot tub after it has sat empty for a time in
freezing temperatures, be aware that the water remaining in certain
sections of the piping may still be frozen. This situation will block
water flow preventing the hot tub from operating properly and possibly
damaging the equipment. We recommend you consult your dealer
for guidance before attempting to restart your hot tub under these
conditions.
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