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1. 46 Care of the Exterior ENEE 46 Care of the Spa Cover 46 Retractable Cover System EE 47 Vacation Care Instructions AE 48 Prevention Of Freezing s 49 WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE General Information ss 50 Methods for Testing the Spa Water 50 Hot Spring Spa Water Maintenance Program 51 EverFresh Water Care System ss 53 Freshwater um Silver lon Purifier Replacement 53 Hot Spring Spa Water Treatment Guide 54 Chlorine Sodium Dichlor sss 55 em 56 Common Water Chemistry Questions 58 Water Terminology tte 58 SERVICE INFORMATION General Information ss 59 GFCI and High Limit Thermostat 60 No Fault Heater and Integrated Pressure Switch 60 Silent Flo 5000 Circulation Pump and Circulation Pump Thermal Cut Off e 60 Freshwater IIl High Output Ozone System 60 Miscellaneous Service Information 61 Acts Invalidating Warranty End 61 eu CC 61 Watkins Customer Service s 61 TYroubleshootllg ttti 62 Spa Care and Maintenance Record 63 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AVOIDING THE RISK TO CHILDREN
2. eeee 26 Comfort Control System se 26 Moto Massage JBl iius eseseueuseiciii oerte 26 Moto Massage DX Jet EEN 26 Hydromassage Jet aint 27 Soothing Seven Jet ee 27 Precision Jet cssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss 27 FootStream Jet 27 HydroStream d m 27 Water Feature EEN 27 JET MENUS Summit Model SSE sss 28 Grandee Model GE sss 29 Grandee Model GGE sss 30 Envoy Model KKB ene 31 Vanguard Model VE e 32 Vanguard Model V VE ENEE 33 Sovereign Model IE ss 34 Sovereign Model IIE sss 35 Aria Model ARE ENNEN 36 Prodigy Model HE 37 Jetsetter Model JJE eee 38 Jetsetter Model JE eee 39 CONTROL PANEL OPERATIONS Gonttol Panels eite Main Control Panel Indicator Lights ausit iet e LOCKING Features irit Main Control Panel Buttons and Display 41 Auxiliary Control Panel un 42 Light Control sm ertet mm e 43 Summer Mode 43 Aria Music System el 44 SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE Draining the Water ss 45 FIC SVSIOM ooo tacita s iod rend e 45 Filter Cartridges Removal and Cleaning 46 Care of the Spa Pillows
3. LIGHT CONTROL All Hot Spring spas come equipped with a specially designed low voltage dimmable multi colored LED light to enhance nightime use The light source should never need replacing under normal use See Main Control Panel s Light Control section for instructions SUMMER MODE Your Hot Spring spa is equipped with a Summer Mode timer The Summer Mode timer can be activated during extremely hot summer months if it becomes difficult to maintain water temperatures low enough for comfort Upon switching to the ON mode the circulation pump which can add heat to the water through normal operation heater and ozone if installed will immediately shut down for the next eight hours Additionally the summer mode display on the main control panel will activate and remain active for as long as the summer mode is on Following this eight hour period the circulation pump heater and ozone will automatically restart and will operate normally for the next sixteen hours The circulation pump heater and ozone will continue to turn off for an eight hour period every day that the switch remains in the ON position In this way the amount of heat transferred to the spa water will be minimized When the outside temperatures begin to cool the Summer Mode timer should be turned to the OFF position the summer mode display on the main control panel will go out This is the efficient 24 hour circulation mode that keeps the heater operation and operating costs t
4. 4 directional Precision jets above left Moto Massage jet e 1 FootStream jet on right wall 2 directional Precision jets on left seat calf area 2 FootStream jets in FootWell System e 1 Moto Massage DX jet on right rear e 1 Water Feature 4 directional Precision jets above right Moto Massage jet e 2 directional Precision jets on right seat calf area Jet Menus 30 ENVOY MODEL KKE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet Pump 1 Jet System 1 Left SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position 2 rotary Precision jets on left seat armrest wrist jets 2 directional Precision jets on left seat calf area e 4 HydroStream jets on right back wall 1 Moto Massage DX jet on right front wall e 1 FootStream jet in FootWellSystem Jet Pump 1 Jet System 2 Left SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position e 4 HydroStream jets on right back wall e 2 Soothing Sevenjets on right wall e 1 Moto Massage DX jet on right front wall 4 directional Precision jets above right front Moto Massage DX jet 31 Jet Pump 2 Jet System 1 Right SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position 7 directional Precision jets on left back wall e 4 HydroStream jets on left back wall 3 Jet Cluster system on back wall 2 dual port rotary 1 directional hydromassage e 1 Water Feature Jet Pump 2 Jet System 2 Right SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position 2 directional hydromassage jets right back wall 2 directional Precision jets on right back wall calf area 2 HydroStrea
5. 51 Water Quality and Maintenance cause staining of the spa shell If the calcium level is too low we recommend using HotSpring FreshWater Calcium Increaser to bring the calcium hardness level to within the recommended range C Ifthe CH is too high commonly known as hard water formation of scale on the spa s shell surface and equipment can result CH can be decreased by dilution a mixture of 75 hard and 25 soft water will be a good starting point If soft water is not available or practical for you a stain and scale control such as Hot Spring FreshWater Stain and Scale Defense should be added to the spa water according to instructions on its label D Once the CH is balanced it normally remains stable although the addition of more water with a high or low calcium content will raise or lower the CH reading of the water E When the Calcium Hardness is within the recommended range proceed to the next step ALANCING THE pH A The ideal pH level for your spa water is 7 4 7 6 B The pH level is the measure of acidity and alkalinity Values above 7 are alkaline those below 7 are acidic Maintaining the proper pH level is extremely important for Optimizing the effectiveness of the sanitizer Maintaining water that is comfortable for the user AER ADD pH Preventing equipment deterioration WATER I S2 DECREASER n TO LOWER C If the spa water s pH level is too low the following may r
6. A The recommended Total Alkalinity TA for your spa water is 125 150 ppm B Total Alkalinity is a measure of the total levels of carbonates bicarbonates hydroxides and other alkaline substances in the water TA is referred to as the water s pH buffer In other words it s a measure of the ability of the water to resist changes in pH level C Ifthe TA is too low the pH level will fluctuate widely from high to low Fluctuations in pH can cause corrosion or scaling of the spa components Low TA can be corrected by adding Hot Spring FreshWater pH Alkalinity Up or sodium hydrogen carbonate D If the Total Alkalinity is too high the pH level will tend to be high and may be difficult to bring down It can be lowered by adding Hot Spring FreshWater pH Alkalinity Down or sodium bisulfate E Once the TA is balanced it normally remains stable although the addition of more water with a high or low alkalinity will raise or lower the TA reading of the water F When the Total Alkalinity is within the recommended range proceed to the next step BALANCING THE CALCIUM HARDNESS CH A The recommended Calcium Hardness CH level for your spa is 150 200 ppm B Calcium Hardness is a measure of the total amount of dissolved calcium in the water Calcium helps control the corrosive nature of the spa s water That s why calcium low water commonly known as soft water is not recommended It is very corrosive to the equipment and can
7. Watkins Manufacturing Corporation congratulates you on your decision to enjoy the finest spa available Welcome to the growing family of Hot Spring spa owners HotSpring Portable Spas This Owner s Manual will acquaint you with the operation and general maintenance of your new spa We suggest that you take some time to carefully review all sections Please keep this manual available for reference If you have any questions about any aspect of your spa s set up operation or maintenance contact your authorized Hot Spring dealership They are trained professionals who are familiar with the product as well as new spa ownership concerns Their expertise will facilitate the enjoyment of your new Hot Spring spa The serial number label is located within the equipment compartment of your Hot Spring spa IMPORTANT Watkins Manufacturing Corporation reserves the right to change specifications or design without notification and without incurring any obligation DATE PURCHASED DATE INSTALLED DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE SPA MODEL SERIAL NUMBER COVER SERIAL NUMBER ACCESSORY SERIAL NUMBERS In most cities and counties permits will be required for the installation of electrical circuits or the construction of exterior p surfaces decks and gazebos In addition some communities have adopted residential barrier codes which may require fencing and or self closing gates on the property to pr
8. A 3 litres 230 volt 16 amp Single phase GFCI protected circuit 851m litres Jetsetter Model JJE 3 1 209 230 volt 16 amp kg Single phase GFCI 2 protected circuit 814m litres 190 Jetsetter kg Model JE 3 A A A X A A A A A amp ei E amp ei amp S A A 1 The current rating Amps may vary depending on the country Contact your Hot Spring dealer for specific information regarding your spa model 2 The GFCI may also be referred to as an ELCB Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker or as an RCD Residual Current Device NOTE The Filled weight and Dead weight of the spa includes the weight of the occupants assuming an average occupant weight of 79 5 Kg 175 Ibs Spa Specifications 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AN WARNING SITE PREPARATION You probably have a spot picked out for your new spa whether it s indoors or outdoors on a patio or on a deck Just make sure you check the following Watkins Manufacturing Always put your spa on a structurally sound level surface A filled spa can weigh a great deal Make Corporation recommends certain that the location you choose can support the weight that the Hot Spring spa be Don t forget to level your spa before filling it See Spa Leveling Instructions installed above ground eB Lowering the top of the spa e sure to locate your equipment compartment which houses all of the electrical components
9. Carefully open the equipment compartment door remember to use care as power is still connected to the spa and verify that the CD tube and its transformer are energized a slight buzz will be emitted from the ozone generator housing If a slight buzz or hum is not audible verify that the generator is completely plugged into the spa s control box A WARNING Contact your Hot Spring dealer if your spa requires troubleshooting beyond the scope of this manual Freshwater lll ozone systems should only be serviced by a qualified technician WARRANTY NOTE Cleaning of the ozone injector is not covered under the warranty Refer to the Ozone section of this manual for ozone injector cleaning instructions MISCELLANEOUS SERVICE INFORMATION The control and high limit thermostats are equipped with electronic sensors that are connected to the spa s plumbing Never cut or kink the wires that connect the sensors to the thermostats within the control box The jet pump is equipped with a thermal overload cutoff switch that is designed to protect the pump from overheating If the pump shuts itself off in an older spa it could indicate failure of the pump motor bearings If the pump shuts itself off in a new spa it is usually the result of one or a combination of the following factors Thermal overload Although mass produced not all thermal overload cutoffs are exactly the same Some are more sensitive than others and will shut the pump off at lower temper
10. FootStream jet HyaroStream jet Heater return and spa drain Light lens Filter compartment Main control panel Auxiliary control panel Cup holder Water feature Water feature lever EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT 1 Wavemaster jet pump 5 Ozone injector 2 No Fault heater 6 Main drain valve 3 Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump 7 Secondary drain 4 IQ 2020 control box Controls and Equipment VANGUARD MODEL VE amp VVE OVERHEAD VIEW A B C m SA um OuVvVOZZrAC7 LL CG SmartJet system lever Moto Massage jet Comfort Control system lever Precisionjets Comfort Control system lever Pillow Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle Moto Massage jet Moto Massage DX jet Precision jets Soothing Seven jets FootStream jet Heater return and spa drain Light lens Filter compartment Main control panel Auxiliary control panel Water Feature Water Feature lever Available on model VVE spas only single Moto Massage jet on VE model E 10 I EZ EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT 1A Wavemaster jet pump 4 1Q 2020 control box 1B Wavemaster jet pump available on VVE only 5 Ozone injector 2 No Fault heater 6 Main drain valve 3 Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump 7 Secondary drain 17 Controls and Equipment SOVEREIGN MODEL IE amp IIE OVERHEAD VIEW A SmartJet system lever B Moto Massage jet Co
11. Secondary drain 4 IQ 2020 control box 19 Controls and Equipment PRODIGY MODEL HE OVERHEAD VIEW A SmartJet system lever B FootStream jet Comfort Control system lever C Precision jets Comfort Control system lever D Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle Precision jets Soothing Seven jets FootStream jet Heater return and spa drain Light lens Filter compartment Main control panel Auxiliary control panel Cup holder m Si ST s EE ZE on EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT 1 Wavemaster jet pump 5 Ozone injector 2 No Fault heater 6 Main drain valve 3 Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump 7 Secondary drain 4 IQ 2020 control box Controls and Equipment 20 JETSETTER MODEL JJE OVERHEAD VIEW A SmartJet system lever B FootStream jet Comfort Control system lever C Moto Massage DX jet Comfort Control system lever D Precision jets Comfort Control system lever Pillow Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle Moto Massage DX jet Precision jets HydroStream jet FootStream jet Heater return and spa drain Light lens Filter compartment Main control panel Cup holder TU Im e TVTOZETAS oe O EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT 1 Wavemaster jet pump 5 Ozone injector 2 No Fault heater 6 Main drain valve 3 Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump 7 Se
12. in a toareurid level or place where water drainage will be away from it Allowing water into the equipment compartment can merde d ecking which cause damage to the electronics or may result in tripping the circuit breaker on your house s electrical raises standing level toward panel the top of the spa Leave yourself easy access to the circuit breakers substantially increases the Leave access to the equipment compartment for periodic spa care and maintenance hazard of accidental entry Consult a licensed building A WARNING Damage to the spa s equipment compartment components or internal plumbing as a contractor to design or result of rodent infestation is NOT covered under your warranty evaluate your custom OUTDOOR AND PATIO INSTALLATION ee No matter where you put your new spa it s important that it has a solid foundation to support it In fact structural damage to the spa resulting from incorrect installation or placement on an inadequate foundation is not covered under the spa s limited warranty If you install the spa outdoors we recommend a reinforced concrete pad at least ten centimeters four inches thick The reinforcing rod or mesh in the pad should be attached to a No 10 AWG 6 mm bonding wire per national electrical codes contact your local electrical code compliance inspector for more information inspection for proper grounding may be required before pouring concrete to form the slab If you plac
13. 2 Left SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position Right SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear 1 Moto Massage jet on right rear 4 directional Precision jets above left Moto Massage jet 4 directional Precision jets above right Moto Massage jet 1 directional hydromassage on left wall 4 directional Precision jets on right wall 2 dual port rotary jets on back wall 10 directional Precision jets on right front 1 FootStream jet in FootWellSystem e 1 FootStream jet in FootWellSystem e 2 directional Precision jets on left seat calf area e 2 directional Precision jets on right seat calf area 29 Jet Menus GRANDEE MODEL GGE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet Pump 1 Jet System 1 Jet Pump 2 Jet System 1 Left SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position Right SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage DX jet on left rear e 4 directional Precision jets on right wall e 3 Jet Cluster system on back wall 1 directional e 10 directional Precision jets on right front hydromassage 2 dual port rotary e 1 directional hydromassage jet on left wall 1 Moto Massage DX jet on right rear e 1 Water Feature 2 Soothing Seven on left wall ra A d AB Vv UE d org Jenn A Jet Pump 1 Jet System 2 Jet Pump 2 Jet System 2 Left SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position Right SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage DX jet on left rear 4 directional Precision jets on right wall
14. All other functions on the TEMP DISPLAY SOR LOCKED TENRERATUHE main and auxiliary control panels will operate normally LOCK FUNCTION TEMPERATURE LOCK is most often used by people who do not N want others to tamper with or change the set temperature of the spa water To activate the TEMPERATURE LOCK press the LIGHT Plus and TEMP Plus buttons at the same time and hold them down until the words SET TEMP the numerical set temperature value and the lock symbol are illuminated on the display approximately two seconds When the TEMPERATURE LOCK is activated the JETS LockpisPLav 7 LIGHT and CLEAN buttons will operate normally and the temperature setting can be viewed but can NOT be changed If a temperature button is pressed the control panel will display the lock symbol and the set temperature for 30 seconds then turn off Control Panel Operations 40 To deactivate the TEMPERATURE LOCK press the LIGHT Plus and TEMP Plus buttons at the same time and hold them down until the lock symbol is no longer illuminated on the display approximately two seconds LOCK OVERRIDE The LOCK OVERRIDE feature is for spa users who normally keep the set temperature locked Should the user wish to lock all spa controls temporarily the spa lock can be applied over an already applied temperature lock Then when the spa lock is removed the temperature lock will remain on to prevent unwanted tampering with the set temperatu
15. Aria Prodigy and Jetsetter models 1 Using a 2 meter carpenter s level or a shorter level and a straight 5 cm x 10 cm 2 5 meter long board check the spa to identify the highest and lowest corners 2 With one end of the level resting on the highest corner of the spa and the opposite end resting on the lowest corner gently raise the lower end of the level by placing shims between the spa shell and the level until the level itself is level This will tell you how many shims are needed at that lowest corner 3 Now carefully pivot the level keeping the shimmed end where it is until the other end of the level rests on one of the other corners Check the level Adjust the end of the level using the procedure above Carefully pivot the level again to the last corner leaving the pivot end at its original location and repeat the procedure Whatever shims are on the three corners are the ones you will place under those corners in the next steps 4 Remove the level and set it aside Carefully remove the shims and keep them together remembering the corner from which each set of shims came 5 With more than one person lifting lift the lowest side of the spa the one with the most shims and place a 10 cm x 10 cm block under the spa base at the center of the side lifted 6 Referto the base support diagram for your spa to locate the leveling points for the elevated corners Place the set of shims corresponding to each corner directly under
16. DANGER RISK OF CHILD DROWNING Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children To avoid accidents ensure that children cannot use a spa unless they are supervised at all times WARNING To reduce the risk of injury do not permit children to use this spa unless they are closely supervised at all times To reduce the risk of injury lower water temperatures are recommended for young children Children are especially sensitive to hot water DO Make sure you always lock the child resistant locks after using the spa for your children s safety Every Hot Spring spa is equipped with a locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346 91 Standard for Safety Covers Test the water temperature with your hand before allowing children to enter the spa to be sure that it s comfortable Children are especially sensitive to hot water Remind children that wet surfaces can be very slippery Make sure that children are careful when entering or exiting the spa DON T Allow children to climb onto the spa cover Allow children to have unsupervised access to the spa AVOIDING THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTION Risk of electrocution Connect only to a grounded source The spa must be connected to a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI Watkins Manufacturing Corporation does not supply a GFCI with the spa Watkins recommends the GFCI be attached to the end of the spa s electrical cord The GFCI must be installed by
17. On the Summit Grandee Envoy Vanguard Sovereign model IIE Aria Prodigy and 9 o clock C B 3 o clock Ll Volume N Volume The Comfort Control system allows you to control the intensity of the massage at each jet by adjusting the mixture of air and water Jets with an adjustable faceplate are Na 7 controlled by turning the faceplate clockwise for a softer flow counterclockwise for a stronger flow Jets without an adjustable faceplate are controlled by a Comfort Control lever The Precision Moto Massage and FootStream jets are controled by Comfort Control levers NOTE The intensity of the FootStream jets in the Footwell can not be altered Turn the Comfort Control lever clockwise to increase the intensity of the jet and counterclockwise to decrease the intensity M O TO MASSA GE J E T Available on Grandee G Vanguard Sovereign and Jetsetter JE The Moto Massage jet automatically travels up and down in a sweeping motion simulating the natural stroking effects of a manual massage The intensity and speed of the Moto Massage jet may be adjusted by turning the Comfort Control lever The Moto Massage jet has been factory adjusted to provide maximum hydromassage and to achieve full vertical travel with its Comfort Control lever in the full air volume position Should the Moto Massage jet not achieve full vertical travel and the problem is not a closed air control valve or clogged filter cartridge then your Hot Spring Service Ce
18. SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position 10 directional Precision jets on right rear 2 dual port rotary jets on left rear 1 directional hydromassage jet on left wall e 2 Soothing Seven jets on front left Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position e 1 FootStream jet on rear wall e 3 Jet Cluster system on left rear 2 dual port rotary 1 directional hydromassage 2 stacked directional hydromassage jets on right wall Jet Menus JETSETTER MODEL JJE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet System 1 SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position 1 Moto Massage DX jet on left rear 4 directional Precision jets above Moto Massage DX jet e 4 HydroStream jets on right back wall 1 FootStream jet on front left Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage DX jet on left rear e 4 HydroStream jets on right back wall e 3 Jet Cluster system on front right 2 dual port rotary jets 1 directional hydromassage jet Jet Menus 38 JETSETTER MODEL JE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet System 1 Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear e 3 Jet Cluster system on front right D Soothing Seven jets 4 directional Precision jets above Moto Massage jet 1 directional hydromassage jet e 2 Stacked hydromassage jets on back wall 1 directional 1 directional hydromassage jet on back wall hydroma
19. a high level of accuracy The reagents come in either liquid or tablet form Test Strips are a convenient testing method used by many spa owners Keep in mind that test strips are susceptible to heat and moisture contamination which will result in inaccurate readings IMPORTANT Always read and carefully follow the directions included with the Test Kit or Test Strips to ensure the accuracy of the test results BASIC CHEMICAL SAFETY When using chemicals read the labels carefully and follow directions precisely Though chemicals protect you and your spa when used correctly they can be hazardous in concentrated form Always observe the following guidelines Allow only a responsible person to handle spa chemicals KEEP THEM OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN e Accurately measure the exact quantities specified never more Do not overdose your spa Handle all containers with care Store in a cool dry well ventilated place Always keep chemical containers closed when not in use Replace caps on their proper containers Water Quality and Maintenance 50 Don t inhale fumes or allow chemicals to come in contact with your eyes nose or mouth Wash your hands immediately after use Follow the emergency advice on the product label in case of accidental contact or if the chemical is swallowed Call a doctor or the local Poison Control Center If a doctor is needed take the product container along with you so that the substance can be ident
20. a licensed qualified electrician GFCI devices must meet or exceed all national and local electrical codes Do not bury the power cord A buried power cord may result in death or serious personal injury due to electrocution if direct burial type cable is not used or if improper digging occurs Aground terminal pressure wire connector is provided on the surface of the control box inside the equipment compartment This connector should be bonded with a minimum No 6 mm 10 AWG solid copper wire between this unit and any metal ladders metal water pipes metal enclosures of electrical equipment conduit or metal equipment within 1 5 m of the spa If the spa is located on a reinforced concrete pad the reinforced steel should also be bonded to the ground terminal WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock replace a damaged cord immediately Failure to do so may result in death or serious personal injury due to electrocution Always test the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI before each use of the spa If the GFCI does not perform properly a ground current is flowing indication the possibility of electric shock Disconnect power to the spa until the fault has been identified and corrected NOTE Failure to wait 30 seconds before resetting the GFCI may cause the spa s Power Indicator on the control panel to blink If this occurs repeat the GFCI test procedure Install the spa so proper drainage is provided for the com
21. and maintain the optimal temperature range Sealing the opening completely or allowing debris to build up on the screen mesh will adversely affect the spas performance Damage to the spa or it s components caused by an act of nature rodent or insect damage is not covered under the terms of your spa s Limited Warranty Spa Leveling Instructions 6 ENVOY MODEL KKE Leveling Points NOTE All dimensions are approximate measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions 44 1 2 113 0cm m 44 1 2 113 0cm I 18 45 7cm 18 45 7cm i e e s S i 8 x g e e e S E S g N 8 g 4e 8 e aS e e f amp SN ef 5 e E d S a e e e S sz S Ji e e e A ra 93 236 2 cm DOOR SIDE e 15 Leveling Points place shims approx 45 7cm in from edge then center middle shims 7 Spa Leveling Instructions VANGUARD MODEL VE amp VVE Leveling Points NOTE All dimensions are approximate measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions 87 221cm 43 5 110 5cm 43 5 110 5cm 20 75 52 7cm 20 50 8cm 87 221cm 20 50 8cm 20 75 52 7cm DOOR SIDE e 15 Leveling Points place shims approx 45 7cm in from edge t
22. before needing to be drained OZONE The FreshWater Ill high output ozone system is the only ozone purification system approved for installation in your Hot Spring spa The FreshWater Ill ozone system utilizes Corona Discharge CD technology to produce a higher concentration of ozone than is produced by competing ultraviolet light UV ozone systems The under the skirt mounted FreshWater Ill high output ozone system unit offers less visible installation and is less susceptible to the effects of freezing temperatures To access it for inspection remove the equipment compartment door to check the unit operation this is usually done prior to disconnecting the power to the spa before draining Simply listen for the buzz of the transformer to verify operation of the FreshWater Ill high output ozone system The Hot Spring spa FreshWater Ill high output ozone system greatly enhances the quality of the spa water when used to supplement the spa owner s regular water maintenance program Contrary to some information circulated throughout the pool and spa industry regarding ozone systems ozone CAN NOT be used as a single source sanitizer water clarifier anti foamer and mineral chelating agent Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends that a chemical maintenance program based on Water Quality and Maintenance 56 recognized and documented industry standards still be followed when using an ozone purification system to assure water sanitation an
23. damage the siding Lift or drag the vinyl cover by using the cover lock straps always lift or carry the cover by using the handles Attempt to open the electrical control box There are no user serviceable parts inside Opening of the control box by the spa owner will void the warranty If you have an operational problem carefully go through the steps outlined in the Troubleshooting section If you are not able to resolve the problem contact your authorized Hot Spring dealer Many problems can easily be diagnosed over the telephone by an Authorized Service Technician SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 Safety Information SPA SPECIFICATIONS Summit 2 230 volt 20 amp Model SSE Single phase GFCI protected circuit 230 volt 16 amp GE 20amp GGE Single phase GFCI protected circuit 230 volt 16 amp Single phase GFCI S protected circuit 230 volt 16 amp Single phase GFCI S protected circuit 230 volt 16 amp Single phase GFCI S protected circuit 230 volt 16 amp Single phase GFCI S protected circuit 230 volt 16 amp Single phase GFCI S protected circuit Grandee 14 GE Model GE 30 GGE Model GGE litres Envoy Model KKE Em o Re A A A Vanguard M io Lo wech wo RB E m eo Co Co Sovereign Model IIE Sovereign Model IE 3 Aria Model ARE A A A 230 volt 16 amp Single phase GFCI 5 protected circuit Prodigy Model HE N N CO o i CO oa
24. drain Refill the spa through the filter compartment BEFORE restoring power IMPORTANT Always clean and rotate the filter cartridges each time the spa is drained for cleaning FILTER SYSTEM Hot Spring spas are equipped with balanced filtration meaning that the filter cartridges are sized to meet the needs of the jet pump system Additionally a separate filter is dedicated to serving the 24 hour circulation system As with any water filtering system the filter cartridges may become clogged resulting in reduced water flow It is important to maintain a clean unobstructed filtering system This not only provides the maximum performance from the jets but allows the 24 hour filtration system to function effectively Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends the filter cartridges be cleaned by soaking to dissolve minerals at least once every month The Tri X filter standard on Summit Grandee GG Envoy amp Aria models only can also be cleaned in the dishwasher using no soap and no dry cycle Please contact your Hot Spring dealer for details SERVICE NOTE Rotating the placement of the filter cartridges within the filter compartment after each cleaning will help to extend their service life Trip the G F C I to the OFF position while cleaning the filters A WARNING The frequency and duration of use and the number of occupants all contribute to determining the appropriate time between filter cleanings More use means that more freq
25. e DOOR SIDE e 15 Leveling Points place shims approx 45 7cm in from edge then center middle shims Spa Leveling Instructions 10 PRODIGY MODEL HE Leveling Points NOTE All dimensions are approximate measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions 74 1 88 m L 15 8 ES LA 28 emie V SS SS ne Ge j E 8 x S N e e E g 2 Si o F hj e S e Hi x Sf p 9 E ev o i J e E 8 d s x m N e e z 70 3 4 179 7 cm DOOR SIDE 10 leveling points place shims approx 38 cm in from edge then center middle shims 11 Spa Leveling Instructions JETSETTER MODEL JJE Leveling Points NOTE All dimensions are approximate measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions 84 243 m a 80 203 m gt x D 4 T t Je e e e e v e jl c d Ba E E ST 5 2 o0 Q amp e e S re e e e e t i i Y H 20 3 4 52 7 cm 4 19 1 4 48 9 cm 19 1 4 48 9 cm 20 3 4 52 7 cm 4 DOOR SIDE 10 leveling points pl
26. in order to establish standards for User Load and Usage Time versus Sanitizer Needed The User Load of the spa is the number of times anyone enters the spa The Usage Time is simply the amount of time a user spends in the spa Sanitizer Needed is the amount of Free Available Chlorine needed to accommodate the number of users and their combined usage time For example two spa users who regularly use the spa once an evening for twenty minutes create a specific and somewhat consistent demand on the sanitizer During the first month of ownership these two users can determine exactly how much sanitizer to use in order to maintain the proper residual If at any time the user load and or usage pattern changes dramatically invited guests the amount and frequency of sanitizer required increases dramatically The greater the usage time or the bather load the faster the residual value is diminished SUPPLEMENTAL WATER MAINTENANCE Proper water sanitation and mineral balance pH control are absolutely essential for a complete spa water maintenance program Here are three other popular water additives that are optional Mineral Deposit Inhibitors As water evaporates from your spa and new water is added the amount of dissolved minerals will increase Minimize evaporation by keeping the cover on the spa whenever possible The spa water may eventually become hard Calcium Hardness too high enough to damage the heater by calcifying its surfa
27. o JP7 o JP7 lo o Js og JP8 JP9 o O JP9 O o JP 10 o o JP10 O o JP11 o o JP11 o o JP12 o o JP12 o o 2 10 mm GROUND 4 0 mm for Summit Grandee GGE amp Aria GREEN YELLOW ay 2 10 mm S0Hz L1 2 4 0 mm for Summit Grandee GGE amp Aria BROWN 2 10 mm NEUTRAL 4 0 mm for Summit Grandee GGE amp Aria BLUE GFCI BREAKER 16A 20A Summit Grandee GGE amp Aria Electrical Requirements H3lv3aH 0 TAE CONTROL BOX 24 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Hot Spring spas are manufactured in seven different versions On all models except the Grandee the heater is turned off when the jet pump is activated All models utilize the efficient Wavemaster jet pump s to operate their multiple jet systems The heating system in these spa models utilizes a Watkins No Fault heater design This state of the art heating system incorporates an exclusive No Fault 1 5kW heater that is practically impervious to scaling and corrosion which are the two major causes of heater failure The other components that make up the heating system include an energy efficient low flow heater circulation pump an electronic thermostat for maintaining water temperature and a heater high limit thermostat and heater dry fire reset for spa user and system protection IMPORTANT Improper conversion from one system to another may damage the spa s electrical components Always consult your authorized dealer prior to conve
28. through the access opening between the doorframe and the equipment compartment Install the supply conduit so as not to block the drain valve 4 Connectthe supply conduit to the control box and connect the wiring as detailed on the next page and on the wiring diagram label on the inside of the control box cover A WARNING Removing or bypassing the GFCI breaker at any time will result in an unsafe spa and will void the warranty SERVICE NOTE All Hot Spring spa models are equipped with a power on indicator which in addition to showing the spa has power to it has a diagnostic function as well It will begin blinking if the heater high limit thermostat has tripped IMPORTANT NOTICE All Watkins spas require a GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter for electrical safety Because of varying receptacle conditions in each country Watkins Manufacturing Corporation DOES NOT supply this device as a standard part of the spa It is the sole responsibility of the Authorized Watkins Dealer to select install and confirm the functioning condition of this device Watkins Manufacturing recommends this device be attached to the end of the spa s electrical cord The GFCI must be installed by a licensed qualified electrician GFCI devices must meet or exceed all national and local electrical codes WIRING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Connect the 2 10 mm 4 0 mm for Summit Grandee GGE and Aria wire from the line side brown of the breaker to terminal 2 on the terminal b
29. water total alkalinity and pH too high Clean filters Shock spa with sanitizer Add sanitizer Adjust pH and or alkalinity to recommended range Run jet pump s and clean filters Drain and refill the spa Shock spa with sanitizer Add sanitizer Adjust pH to recommended range Shock spa with sanitizer Adjust pH to recommended range Shock spa with sanitizer if problem is visible or persistent drain clean and refill the spa Wipe off scum with clean rag if severe drain the spa use a spa surface and tile cleaner to remove the scum and refill the spa Shock spa with sanitizer and adjust pH Shock spa with sanitizer and maintain sanitizer level Adjust pH Shock spa with sanitizer and maintain sanitizer level Shock spa with sanitizer and maintain sanitizer level Allow free chlorine level to drop below 5 ppm before spa use Adjust total alkalinity and or pH Use a metal deposit inhibitor Adjust total alkalinity and pH if scale requires removal drain the spa scrub off the scale refill the spa and balance the water 62 SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD Service Information 63 NOTES This manual contains installation operating maintenance and service information for the following 2007 Hot Spring spa models 50 HERTZ MODELS EFFECTIVE DATE SUMMIT MODEL SSE 11 06 GRANDEE MODEL GE amp GGE 11 06 ENVOY MODE
30. F THE SPA COVER A WARNING The cover is a manual safety cover that meets or exceeds all prevailing requirements of ASTM Standards for spa safety covers when installed and used correctly as of the date of manufacture Non secured or improperly secured covers are a hazard Open the cover to its fully open position before use VINYL COVER The vinyl spa cover is an attractive durable foam insulation product Monthly cleaning and conditioning are recommended to maintain its beauty To clean and condition the vinyl cover 1 Remove the cover from the spa and gently lean it against a wall or fence 2 With a garden hose spray the cover to loosen and rinse away dirt or debris 3 Using a large sponge and or a soft bristle brush and using a very mild soap solution one teaspoon dishwashing liquid with 7 5 liters of water or baking soda sodium bicarbonate scrub the vinyl top in a circular motion Do not let the vinyl dry with a soap film on it before it can be rinsed clean Scrub the cover s perimeter and side flaps Rinse clean with water Rinse off the underside of the cover with water only use no soap and wipe it clean with a dry rag 6 To condition the cover after cleaning apply a thin film of Hot Spring Cover Shield to the vinyl surface and buff to a high luster SERVICE NOTE To remove tree sap use cigarette lighter fluid not charcoal lighter fluid Use sparingly and rinse with a saddle soap solution immediately afterwards then wipe
31. JURY The water in the spa should never exceed 40 C 104 F Water temperatures between 38 C and 40 C are considered safe for a healthy adult Lower water temperatures are recommended for extended use exceeding ten minutes and for young children Extended use can cause hyperthermia Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 38 C 100 F Failure to do so may result in permanent injury Safety Information 2 to your baby Do not use spa immediately following strenuous exercise AVOIDING THE RISK OF SKIN BURNS To reduce the risk of injury before entering a spa the user should measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of temperature regulating devices may vary by as much as 2 C 5 F Test the water with your hand before entering the spa to be sure it s comfortable IMPORTANT SPA INSTRUCTIONS The following contains important spa information and we strongly encourage you to read and apply them DO Use and lock the vinyl cover when the spa is not in use whether it is empty or full Follow the Spa Care and Maintenance recommendations stated in this manual Use only approved accessories and recommended spa chemicals and cleaners DON T Leave the Hot Spring spa exposed to the sun without water or the cover in place Exposure to direct sunlight can cause solar distress of the shell material Roll or slide the spa on its side This will
32. L KKE 11 06 VANGUARD MODEL VE amp V VE 11 06 SOVEREIGN MODEL IE amp IIE 11 06 ARIA MODEL ARE 11 06 PRODIGY MODEL HE 11 06 JETSETTER MODEL JE amp JJE 11 06 TUV PRODUCT SERVICE 2006 Watkins Manufacturing Corporation Hot Spring Built for a lifetime of relaxation Endurol Moto Massage Vista Grandee Envoy Vanguard Sovereign Aria Prodigy Jetsetter Jet Cluster SmartJet Comfort Control No Fault IQ 2020 Wavemaster Silent Flo 5000 Soothing Seven JetStream Precision Everwood CoverCradle UpRite GlideRite Lift n Glide EverFresh FreshStart Fresh Water FreshWaterag Tri X HydroStream Luminescence BellaFontana FreshStart4o 999 and The Home Relaxation Specialists are trademarks of Watkins Manufacturing Corporation Baqua Spa is a trademark of Arch Inc Windex is a trademark of S C Johnson A Son Inc Soft Scrub is a trademark of The Clorox Company Brominating Concentrate is a trademark of Bio Lab Inc TEES CHE The Home Relaxation Specialists Watkins Manufacturing Corporation Vista California USA PART 301321 REV A 11 06
33. N button is disabled If the CLEAN button will not turn on the jet pump refer to the following section and verify that the SPA LOCK is off LOCKING FEATURES The two locking features TEMPERATURE LOCK and SPA LOCK are enabled from the main control panel by pressing a specific combination of buttons Once enabled a lock will remain active until the specific button combination is applied to disable the lock Even if power is disconnected from the spa and soon thereafter reapplied such as in a power outage the lock will remain in place SPA LOCK The SPA LOCK feature deactivates all of the functions of the main and auxiliary control panels It is generally used to prevent unwanted use of the spa To activate the SPA LOCK press the LIGHT Minus and TEMP Minus buttons at the same time and hold them down until the word SPA and the lock symbol are illuminated on the display approximately two seconds Function When the SPA LOCK is activated if a button is pressed the control panel will display the lock m m f the word SPA for 30 seconds then turn off To deactivate the SPA LOCK press the LIGHT Minus and TEMP Minus buttonsat the same time and hold them down until the word SPA and the lock symbolareno longer illuminated on the display approximately two seconds TEMPERATURE LOCK ms 3 LOCK DISPLAY The TEMPERATURE LOCK feature deactivates the temperature control function of the main control panel
34. Pump 1 Jet System 2 Jet Pump 2 Jet System 2 Left SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position Right SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position 4 directional Precision jets on left back wall ee bys smear jets left back wal ae J p 2 directional Precision jets in left back seat calf area 2 rotary Precision jets in armrest wrist jets 4 directional Precision jets on right back wall directional hydrornassage jets HO Back vall e 4 Moto Massage DX jet on right front e 2 directional Precision jets in right back seat calf area es e 4 directional Precision jet ve right front Moto e 2 FootStream jets in FootWell system Massage jet escrita above ig tront Moto 2 directional hydromassage in in lounge FootWell Jet Menus 28 GRANDEE MODEL GE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet Pump 1 Jet System 1 Jet Pump 2 Jet System 1 Left SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position Right SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear e 1 Moto Massage jet on right rear e 4 directional Precision jets above left Moto Massage jet 4 directional Precision jets above right Moto Massage jet e 3 Jet Cluster system on left wall 1 directional e 10 directional Precision jets on right front hydromassage 2 Soothing Seven 1 directional hydromassage jet on back wall 2 dual port rotary jets on back wall e 2 directional Precision jets on right rear seat calf area e 1 FootStream jet on right wall Jet Pump 1 Jet System 2 Jet Pump 2 Jet System
35. STEM MENU Jet System 1 SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear 4 directional Precision jets above Moto Massage jet 10 directional Precision jets on right rear e 3 Jet Cluster system on right front D dual port rotary 1 directional hydromassage 1 FootStream jet in lounge FootWell Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear 1 directional hydromassage jet on back wall 10 directional Precision jets on right rear e 2 Soothing Seven jets on right wall 1 FootStream jet in FootWellSystem 1 directional hydromassage jet on right front 35 Jet Menus ARIA ARE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet Pump 1 e 4 Precision jets on left back wall e 4 HydroStream jets on left back wall 1 Directional hydromassage on back wall e 1 Moto Massage DX jet on right back wall e 1 JetStream jet in FootWell System Jet Pump 2 Jet System 1 Jet Pump 2 Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position 2 dual port rotary jets on back wall 2 Directional hydromassage on left back wall 4 Precision jets above Moto Massage DX e 1 Water Feature e 1 Water Feature e 4 Precision jets in lounge calf jets 2 Directional hydromassage on front right wall e 1 FootStream jet in FootWel System e 2 Soothing Seven jets on left wall 6 Precision jets on left wall Jet Menus 36 PRODIGY HE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet System 1
36. Spa Care and Maintenance section of this manual HYDROMASSAGE JETS The Hydromassage jets have two different nozzle options directional and dual port rotary The directional nozzle allows you to aim the water in the direction that feels best The dual port rotary nozzle divides the water flow into two streams and then spins ACCESSORY NOTE Your Hot Spring dealer stocks hydromassage jet kits which can easily be installed in your spa to modify your jets from directional to dual port rotary SOOTHING SEVEN JET The Soothing Seven jet is another unique feature of Hot Spring spas Its seven outlets are designed to massage the muscles in the upper back and shoulders gently and thoroughly Turn the faceplate clockwise to increase the jet pressure and counterclockwise to decrease the jet pressure PRECISION JETS Precision jets are located above Moto Massage jets and in groups of various sizes They are designed to perform a soft soothing massage on your back and shoulders Adjust the pressure of the Precision jets using the Comfort Control lever located closest to the Precision jets Refer to the drawings on the following pages to familiarize yourself with the SmartJet system menus for your spa Please note that the SmartJet lever side of the spa is always considered the front when referring to the locations of the different types of jets and jet systems The clock positions are correct when facing the spa standing at the SmartJet lever FOOTS
37. TREAM JET The FootStream jet is a large orifice hydromassage jet designed to put maximum massaging action on a specific area of the body It is located in the lower part of the spa to afford optimal access for the massaging of feet legs hips and lower back The intensity of the FootStream jets can be altered except the ones found in the FootWellsystem using the Comfort Control lever FootStream jets located in the footwell are not adjustable HYDROSTREAM JET sumwrr ENVOY ARIA amp JETSETTER JJE SPAS ONLY The Hydrostream jet is a mid size hydromassage jet that delivers a great massage to the feet back and shoulder areas This jet can be adjusted at the face plate for greater or lesser intensity ACCESSORY NOTE Your Hot Spring Dealer stocks rotary nozzle HydroStream jet kits that can easily be installed in your Summit or Envoy spa to modify the jet from directional to dual port rotary WATER FEATURE Summit Grandee Model GGE Envoy and Ar a spas are equipped with a Fontana flow water feature This water feature can be turned on or off when the two speed pump is on low speed tranquil mode or high speed To function correctly the water feature on off lever must be placed in the full on position only If the lever is not in the full on position when the pump is on high speed it is likely that the water feature will project water substantially farther out into the spa as the on off lever is opened This is not proper operation If th
38. Water Ill high output ozone system and the FreshWater silver ion purifier Watkins recommends the use of HotSpring FreshWater products These are available from authorized HotSpring Dealers GENERAL INFORMATION THE THREE FUNDAMENTAL AREAS OF WATER MAINTENANCE e Water Filtration e Chemical Balance pH Control e Water Sanitation Water sanitation is the responsibility of the spa owner achieved through the regular and periodic daily if necessary addition of an approved sanitizer The sanitizer will chemically control the bacteria and viruses present in the fill water or introduced during use of the spa Bacteria and viruses can grow quickly in undersanitized spa water The water s chemical balance and pH control are also the responsibility of the spa owner You will have to add chemicals to maintain proper levels of Total Alkalinity TA Calcium Hardness CH and pH Proper water balance and pH control will minimize scale buildup and corrosion of metals extend the life of the spa and allow the sanitizer to work at maximum efficiency METHODS FOR TESTING THE SPA WATER Accurate water testing and analysis are an important part of effectively maintaining your spa water To follow the Hot Spring spa recommended program you must have the ability to test for Total Alkalinity TA Calcium Hardness CH pH Sanitizer Two types of testing methods are recognized and recommended by Watkins The Reagent Test Kit is a method which provides
39. ace shims approx 38 cm in from edge then center middle shims Spa Leveling Instructions JETSETTER MODEL JE Leveling Points NOTE All dimensions are approximate measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions 82 2 08 m S F 78 198 1 cm V i T i ttle o e 9 a V S EN v i M B e A 2 D aS e s ri e S SEN e e e e L x x t bk 20 3 4 52 7 cm 18 1 4 46 4 cm 18 1 4 46 4 cm 20 3 4 52 7 cm DOOR SIDE 10 leveling points place shims approx 38 cm in from edge then center middle shims 13 Spa Leveling Instructions CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT summit MODEL SSE OVERHEAD VIEW A SmartJet system lever B Moto Massage jet Comfort Control system lever C Precision jets Comfort Control system lever D Water feature lever E Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle Soothing Seven jets FootStream jet Moto Massage DX jet Precision jets HydroStream jet Heater return and spa drain Light lens Filter compartment Main control panel Auxiliary control panel Pillow Cup holder Water Feature Ev OQDOWwOZSErASKH SE E EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT 1 Wavemaster jet pump 5 Ozone inje
40. aminants from the tap water IMPORTANT Watkins Manufacturing Corporation does not recommend that the spa be filled with softened water as this may damage the spa s equipment 2 Oncethe spa has been filled with water and the equipment compartment door is secured power must be applied to the spa 3 Thejet pump heating system and all internal plumbing will achieve a partial prime as the spa is filled To check the operation of the jet system and to purge any remaining air from the heating system push the JETS button for the Summit and Grandee push both JETS 1 and JETS 2 buttons to make the jet pump run on high speed for one minute Once the jet system is fully operational as indicated by strong non surging jets priming of the spa is complete Weak or surging jets are an indication of a low water level condition or clogged filter cartridges IMPORTANT Be sure the air control valves see illustration in Comfort Control system section are open by turning each one clockwise and checking to see that the SmartJet lever is pointing to the 3 o clock position see illustration in SmartJet system section 4 Adjust Total Alkalinity TA to 125 ppm Calcium Hardness CH to 150 ppm then spa water pH to between 7 4 and 7 6 These procedures are listed in the Water Quality and Maintenance section IMPORTANT Add spa water chemicals directly into the filter compartment with the jet pump on high speed for at least ten minutes OPERATION NOTE Adjust
41. are chemical products packaging Test the water regularly to ensure proper levels of sanitizers pH and other water care requirements Drain clean and refill your spa with fresh water on a regular schedule and in accordance with this owner s manual Clean the filter s at least once per month Checkto make sure you have proper circulation throughout your spa water system Have spa users bathe before entering the spa water SPA LEVELING INSTRUCTIONS In order for your Hot Spring spa to operate properly and the internal plumbing to drain completely the spa must be level If the spa is to be installed on an uneven or unlevel foundation shimming of the spa is required NOTE Due to the large size of the Summit and Grandee spas Watkins Manufacturing Corporation requires that these spas be installed on a level 10 cm thick concrete pad and NOT be shimmed in any manner A WARNING Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends that a structural engineer or contractor be consulted prior to placing the spa on an elevated deck or platform IMPORTANT Watkins Manufacturing Corporation reserves the right to change any specifications or design without incurring any obligation Approved Shim Material Cedar shingles Redwood Exterior rated plywood Exterior rated lumber The shims used should vary in thickness from 0 5 cm to 1 0 cm and should be cut into 5 cm x 10 cm rectangles Leveling Instructions Envoy Vanguard Sovereign
42. aster swimming pools WILL cause damage to Eer your spa Use of a liquid or any type of compressed bromine or chlorine acid or any type of sanitizer D SAFE LEVEL which is not recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation WILL damage your spa and is specifically not covered under the terms of the limited warranty IMPORTANT Granulated chlorine Sodium Dichlor will degrade if stored improperly We recommend purchasing chlorine in one or two pound containers and storing it in a cool dry place to maintain its potency SUPER CHLORINATION Super chlorination is designed to burn off the build up of chloramines used chlorine to eliminate the chlorine smell and to allow the proper level of free chlorine to be maintained When giving your water a super chlorination treatment open the cover at least half way to allow the chlorine gas to vent off The high concentration of chlorine gas which may exist as a result of super chlorination not daily sanitation may eventually cause 55 Water Quality and Maintenance discoloration or degradation to the bottom of the cover or the tile grouting which would not be covered under the terms of your warranty IMPORTANT Always allow the Free Available Chlorine to fall to 5 ppm before using your spa A WARNING Never leave an open spa unattended especially if there are children present BUILDING A SANITIZER ROUTINE During the first month of ownership measure the sanitizer residual daily
43. ated the spa pillows should be removed until the next use of the spa To remove and replace the spa pillows 1 Carefully lift one end of the pillow away from the spa shell 2 Continue lifting one end until all pillow retainers are released from the pillow IMPORTANT Just pulling the pillow straight up and out of the shell recess will eventually damage the pillow This abuse is not covered under warranty 3 To reinstall the spa pillow carefully bend the pillow slightly to allow one of the pillow retainers to slip into the recess in the back of the pillow 4 Keeping the pillow slightly bent slide the other pillow retainer into the recess in the back of the pillow 5 After all the pillow retainers are in place press the pillow down into the recess in the spa shell CARE OF THE EXTERIOR SPA SHELL Your Hot Spring spa has an Endurol thermoplastic shell or an acrylic Stains and dirt generally will not adhere to your spa s surface Most household chemicals are harmful to your spa s shell Cleaning of the surface should only be done with a non abrasive non sudsing cleaner Watkins Manufacturing Corp recommends Hot Spring FreshWater Spa Shine A soft rag should easily remove most dirt Always thoroughly rinse off any spa shell cleaning agent with fresh water The use of a spa polish is recommended after the spa shell has been dried to polish the surface SERVICE NOTES 1 Jon and copper in the water can stain the spa shell if all
44. ater temperature of 27 C 80 F IMPORTANT NOTE Spa water oxidizers such as sodium dichlor chlorine maintain their level of effectiveness substantially longer in warm water of 27 C 80 F than in hot water of 38 C to 40 C 101 F to 104 F 2 Adjust the pH as required Sanitize the water by following the shock procedures Upon your return 3 Sanitize the water by following the shock procedures Return the set temperature to its original setting The spa water will be safe for you to use once the Free Available Chlorine residual level has dropped below 5 0 ppm NOTE If you will not be using your spa for an extended period of time in excess of 14 days and an outside maintenance service or neighbor is not available to assist with the water maintenance draining or winterizing of the spa is recommended Spas equipped with our FreshWater Ill ozone system can extend this to 4 weeks The FreshWater Ill ozone system does not guard against possible freezing damage however Spa Care and Maintenance 48 PREVENTION OF FREEZING Your Hot Spring spa has been designed and engineered for year round use in any climate In some areas extremely cold temperatures below 12 C combined with strong wind may cause partial freezing of the jet pump even though the water inside the spa remains at the selected temperature The energy efficiency of the spa may also decrease during these cold periods as the heater will cycle more frequently To avoid
45. atures High temperature All Hot Spring spa models are equipped with a vent below the equipment compartment door that allows air to circulate in and out of the equipment compartment If the vent is blocked by masonry grass or debris overheating of the jet pump may occur Once the pump motor has cooled sufficiently and any blockage has been removed from the vent opening the jet pump can be restarted Friction Sometimes the moving parts of a new pump are tight enough to cause heat build up due to friction After a normal break in period the pump will run cooler Improper wiring If the spa is connected with an extension cord and or the house wiring is undersized the pump may starve for voltage and therefore may draw more amperage and generate excessive heat If the pump is shutting down due to excessive heat make sure the equipment compartment has adequate ventilation The air gap at the bottom must not be blocked Should your jet pump continue to shut off after short periods of use contact a qualified service technician Service Information e 0 ACTS INVALIDATING WARRANTY The limited warranty is void if the Hot Spring spa has been improperly installed subjected to alteration misuse or abuse or if any repairs on the spa are attempted by anyone other than an authorized representative of Watkins Manufacturing Corporation Alteration shall include any component or plumbing change electrical conversion or the addition of any non approved
46. been answered by this manual consult your Hot Spring dealer 61 Service Information TROUBLESHOOTING Should you experience any problem whatsoever do not hesitate to contact your authorized dealer Here are some tips to help you to diagnose and rectify some more common sources of trouble yourself if you choose to do so GENERAL OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Entire spa is inoperative Spa does not heat jets and light operate Ready and Power indicators are blinking Jets weak or surging Light inoperative Moto Massage jet inoperative or erratic Power indicator blinking Entire spa inoperative Ready indicator blinking Power failure GFCI tripped Heater high limit thermostat tripped Spa lock activated Integrated pressure switch open Circulation pump thermal cut off tripped Spa water level too low Filters clogged Comfort Control lever closed Spa lock activated Light wiring or assembly is faulty Comfort Control valves closed Filters clogged Heater high limit thermostat tripped Temperature sensor problem Check power source Reset GFCI call for service if it will not reset Disconnect power for at least thirty seconds to reset heater high limit If it will not reset check for clogged filters If tripping continues call for service Deactivate spa lock Check for clogged filters Integrated pressure switch will reset when the flow of water through the heater has been restored Call for serv
47. bright light when the main display ou backlight is off In low light conditions the Summer Mode symbol will only be visible Ee when the display is activated by pressing a control panel button SUMMER MODE DISPLAY A AUXILIARY CONTROL PANEL The auxiliary control panel conveniently located in the spa seating area Summit Grandee Envoy Vanguard Sovereign and Prodigy models allows the user to activate the jets light and Spaudio functions from inside the spa LIGHT VOLUME LIGHT VOLUME LIGHT PLUS LIGHT MINUS inel MINUS e Light Ka e Ws a T 2 fh 5 du Dene CH d D E Hotspring ZS o Gisgemg JETS BUTTON JETS a SPAUDIO FUNCTION Sovereign and Prodigy Summit Grandee Envoy Aria amp Vanguard NOTE Keep in mind that the auxiliary control panel will not function if the SPA LOCK feature on the main control panel has been activated JETS CONTROL The JETS or JETS TONE button activates the jet pump s When the JETS or JETS TONE button is pressed the jets symbol will illuminate on the main control panel display The symbol will remain lit until the button is pressed again to turn off the jet pump S or after two hours of continuous operation when the pump is automatically shut off by the control system SUMMIT GRANDEE GGE ARIA amp ENVOY 1st press low speed of jet pump 2 2nd press high speed of jet pump 2 3rd press high speed of jet pump 1 amp 2 4th press high speed of jet pump 1 and low
48. calcium in the spa water This should be approximately 150 200 ppm High levels of calcium can cause cloudy water and scaling Low levels can cause harm to the spa equipment Chloramines Compounds formed when chlorine combines with nitrogen from body oils urine perspiration etc Chloramines can cause eye irritation as well as having a strong odor Unlike bromamines chloramines are weaker slower sanitizers Chlorine An efficient sanitizing chemical for spas Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends the use of Sodium Dichlor type granulated chlorine This type is preferred because it is totally soluble and nearly pH neutral Chlorine or Bromine Residual The amount of chlorine or bromine remaining after chlorine or bromine demand has been satisfied The residual is therefore the amount of sanitizer which is chemically available to kill bacteria viruses and algae Corrosion The gradual wearing away of metal spa parts usually caused by chemical action Generally corrosion is caused by low pH or by water with levels of TA CH pH or sanitizer which are outside the recommended ranges DPD The preferred reagent used in test kits to measure the Free Available Chlorine Halogen Any one of these five elements fluorine chlorine bromine iodine and astatine Water Quality and Maintenance 58 MPS Monopersulfate is the non chlorine oxidizer used with the FreshWater silver ion purification system Nitric Acid The formulation of
49. ce Proper pH control can minimize this Normal soap build up will require water replacement regularly enough that mineral deposits normally are not a problem Occasionally high iron or copper content in the water may produce green or brown stains on the spa A mineral deposit inhibitor may help to reduce these metals NOTE Well water may contain high concentrations of minerals The use of a low water volume extra fine pore water filter in line pre filter such as the FreshStart o pre filter will help to remove many of the larger particles during the filling of the spa In line pre filters can be purchased at your local Hot Spring dealer Foam Inhibitors Spa water requires changing due to the buildup of soap in the water Typically soap will cause the spa water to foam when the jets are used Soap is introduced into the spa water from two sources users bodies which retain a soap residual after showering and swimming apparel which retains soap after washing Foam inhibitors can suppress foam but cannot remove soap from the water Soap is very difficult to remove from the water because soap is not oxidized by any chemical added to the spa Only ozone can oxidize soap Eventually the soap build up in the water will be concentrated resulting in an unclean feeling on the bather s skin which is impossible to remedy When this occurs it s time to drain and refill the spa Depending on the soap input the water should last about four months
50. compatible with the FreshWater silver ion purifier such as blue crystals in MPS The recommended MPS should have an active ingredient content of 3096 3396 FRESHWATER SILVER ION PURIFIER REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS When replacing the FreshWater silver ion purifier every four months it is highly recommended that the spa be drained and refilled at the same time After refilling the spa with water balance the Total Alkalinity TA Calcium Hardness CH and pH to the recommended levels Shock the spa by adding sanitizer either MPS or sodium dichlor See Sanitization Table for details 1 Fold back the vinyl cover 2 Carefully remove and set aside the filter compartment cover 3 Remove any floating items within the filter compartment 4 Locate the grey filter cap Turn the filter cap counterclockwise until the cap can be removed from the filter standpipe 5 Remove and clean filter cartridges NOTE When replacing the FreshWater silver ion purifier it is an excellent time to clean and rotate the filters to extend their lives To rotate the filters simply move the filters from one standpipe to another Typically the filter on the circulation system with grey filter cap standpipe and wallfitting is subject to the greatest load By rotating the filters the load placed on the individual filter by the circulation system is greatly reduced This extends the life of the filters Remove the existing FreshWater silver ion purif
51. condary drain 4 IQ 2020 control box EN Controls and Equipment JETSETTER MODEL JE OVERHEAD VIEW A B C mn e TODPEFRACK SmartJet system lever FootStream jet Comfort Control system lever Moto Massage jet Comfort Control system lever Precision jets Comfort Control system lever Pillow Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle Moto Massage jet Precision jets Soothing Seven jets FootStream jet Heater return and spa drain Light lens Filter compartment Main control panel Cup holder EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT 1 Wavemaster jet pump 2 No Fault heater 3 Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump 4 IQ 2020 control box Controls and Equipment 5 Ozone injector 6 Main drain valve 7 Secondary drain 22 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND PRECAUTIONS Your Hot Spring spa has been designed carefully to give you maximum safety against electrical shock Connecting the spa to an improperly wired circuit will negate many of the spa s safety features Please read and follow the electrical installation requirements and instructions for your specific spa model completely SERVICE NOTE All Hot Spring spa models are equipped with a power indicator which in addition to showing the spa has power to it has a diagnostic function as well It will begin blinking if the heater high limit thermostat has tripped If the power indicator
52. ctor 2 No Fault heater 6 Main drain valve 3 Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump 7 Secondary drain 4 IQ 2020 control box 8 Bonding terminal Controls and Equipment 14 GRANDEE MODEL GE GGE OVERHEAD VIEW A B C m e DD DO OO zr Ks 7I E 1 2 3 4 FootStream jet Comfort Pillow F Hydromassage jet with Moto Massage jet GE only Soothing Seven jets Light lens SmartJet system lever Moto Massage jet Comfort Control system lever Precision jets Comfort Control system lever Control system lever directional nozzle Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle Moto Massage DX jet GGE only Precision jets FootStream jet Heater return and spa drain Filter compartment Main control panel Auxiliary control panel Water Feature Model GGE only Water Feature lever Model GGE only QUIPMENT COMPARTMENT Wavemaster jet pump 5 Ozone injector No Fault heater 6 Main drain valve Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump 7 Secondary drain IQ 2020 control box 15 Controls and Equipment ENVOY A mn NADOVDVDOZZETAS TLD B MODEL KKE OVERHEAD VIEW SmartJet system lever Moto Massage jet Comfort Control system lever Precision jets Comfort Control system lever Pillow Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle Moto Massage DX jet Precision jets Soothing Seven jets
53. d not be used as a seat In extreme cases the lid could crack and break This occurrence is considered abuse and is not covered under this warranty Acts of nature and damage caused by animals rodents and insects are considered abuses and are not covered under this warranty Operation of the spa does not mean use of the spa Watkins Manufacturing Corporation does not recommend using the spa if the water temperature is above or below the spa s control panel temperature range DISCLAIMERS Watkins Manufacturing Corporation shall not be liable for loss of use of the Hot Spring spa or other incidental consequential special indirect or punitive costs expenses or damages which may include but are not limited to the removal of a permanent deck or other custom fixture or the necessity for crane removal Any implied warranty shall have a duration equal to the duration of the applicable limited warranty stated above Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts Under no circumstances shall Watkins Manufacturing Corporation or any of its representatives be held liable for injury to any person or damage to any property however arising Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you WATKINS CUSTOMER SERVICE If you have any questions about any aspect of your Hot Spring spa set up operation or maintenance that have not
54. d the highest quality purified water Cleaning the Ozone Injector On occasion a mineral build up may clog the ozone injector causing a lack of flow or low flow of ozone bubbles To prevent this refer to the following instructions to clean the injector 1 Disconnect power to the spa 2 Accessthe equipment compartment 3 Locate the ozonator in the equipment compartment and unplug the ozonator from the control box 4 Place 1 2 liter of white vinegar into a container such as a cup or bucket Place the container on the equipment compartment floor NOTE White vinegar will not damage any of the spa components Nitric acid accumulates in the air lines of the ozonator and MOST ANINE A WARNING injector Nitric acid will cause severe chemical burns if direct skin contact is made so always wear protective gloves glasses and clothing when working on the ozonator or injector lines To prevent inhalation or ingestion of the nitric acid DO NOT blow or inhale with your mouth to any of the adapters fittings or tubing of the ozonator or injector air lines 5 Carefully loosen the long clear tubing to the bottom of the ozonator A liquid substance may be found inside the tubing If a liquid substance is present BE CERTAIN NOT TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE LIQUID SEE WARNING ABOVE Place the end of the tubing into the vinegar making certain that the end of the tubing sits at the bottom of the container Reconnect power to the spa Run
55. dry Important reminders DO remove snow buildup to avoid breakage of the foam core from the additional weight of the snow 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 lock straps e DO NOT walk stand or sit on the cover e DO NOT place any metal or heat transferring object on the cover or place any type of plastic tarp or drop cloth over the cover as this may result in a melted foam core which would not be covered under the warranty e DO NOT use any lifting mechanisms chemicals or cleaners except those recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation or its Authorized Sales and Service Dealer RETRACTABLE COVER SYSTEM Clearance required behind cover when open e CoverCradle amp CoverCradle Il 61cm UpRite 18 cm e GlideRite 36 cm e Lift n Glide 18 cm HOW TO OPEN THE VINYL COVER NOTE Never attempt to open or remove the vinyl cover by grasping or pulling on the skirting or cover lock straps The skirting will tear and torn skirting is not covered under the terms of the warranty Check for ice build up around the gas springs and pivot points of the retractable cover system Ice buildup may damage system components A WARNING The vinyl cover and retractable cover system are not recommended for use in wind conditions reaching above 40 km h 25 mph NOTE If your spa is located in an area susceptible to high
56. e amount of unused chlorine available to sanitize the spa The recommended FAC for your spa water is 3 0 5 0 ppm B Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends the use of HotSpring FreshWater Concentrated Chlorinating Granuals sodium dichlor for sanitizing the water Sodium dichlor is preferred because it is totally soluble dissolves quickly and is nearly pH neutral C Maintaining the proper level of chlorine during use is extremely important D Ifthe FAC is too low bacteria and viruses can grow rapidly in the warm water Increase the FAC by DPD TEST 3E Hed UNTE adding granulated Sodium Dichlor E THE TEST KIT READING IS BELOW E Ifthe FAC is too high the water can cause discomfort to the user s eyes lungs and skin Simply ee THIS LEVEL allow some time to pass The FAC level will naturally drop over time 5 0 RECOMMENDED F When the Free Available Chlorine is within the recommended range the spa is ready to be enjoyed 4 0 mE A WARNING There are several forms of stabilized chlorine available for use in spas and 30 SAFE swimming pools and each form has specific chemical characteristics It is extremely important that ADD CHLORINE the one you choose is specifically designed for use in spas Use of an incorrect product such as tri 20 DO NOT USE SPA chlor which has a very low pH 2 6 dissolves too quickly in hot water resulting in extremely high un 1 ADD CHLORINE levels of chlorine and is designed for concrete or pl
57. e the spa on the ground even temporarily place stepping stones under the leveling areas see Spa Leveling Instructions The stones should be at least 5 cm thick and 30 cm square Even with stones in place the spa will inevitably settle and become unlevel Plus a spa surrounded by dirt or grass will soon be filled with dirt or grass from users feet So get it onto a solid foundation as soon as possible DECK INSTALLATION To be certain your deck can support your spa you must know the deck s maximum load capacity Consult a qualified building contractor or structural engineer To find the weight of your spa its contents and occupants refer to the Spa Specification chart This weight per square meter must not exceed the structure s rated capacity or serious structural damage could result CAUTION Watkins Manufacturing suggests a structural engineer or contractor be consulted before the spa is placed on an elevated deck INDOOR BASEMENT INSTALLATION Be aware of some special requirements if you place your spa indoors Water will accumulate around the spa so flooring materials must provide a good grip when wet Proper drainage is essential to prevent a build up of water around the spa When building a new room for the spa it is recommended that a floor drain be installed The humidity will naturally increase with the spa installed Water may get into woodwork and produce dry rot mildew or other problems Check for airborne moisture s effects on ex
58. ectively The spa is ready for use when the spa water has circulated through each SmartJet lever operating position and the chlorine level remains between 3 ppm and 5 ppm 11 The spa temperature is pre programmed to reach 39 C 102 F and will normally do so within 18 to 24 hours You may raise the water temperature by pressing the TEMP button on the control panel or lower it by pressing TEMP button After a few hours the water temperature will remain within 1 1 2 degrees of your selected temperature To prevent tampering you can lock your desired temperature setting Refer to the Control Panel section for details SMARTJET SYSTEM 12 o clock With your Hot Spring spa s exclusive SmartJet system you can control the massaging action of you y 2 spa Using the SmartJet lever the jets are activated in sets known as jet systems Jetsetter each SmartJet lever controls two jet systems To access a jet system simply turn the SmartJet lever to the 3 o clock or 9 o clock position On the Sovereign model the single SmartJet lever has four positions to access the four jet systems The jet systems are selected by turning the SmartJet lever to the 3 6 9 or 12 o clock position facing the 6 o clock spa Please consult the jet system menus on the following pages to determine which jets are activated with each SmartJet lever position Or just jump in and play turn the lever s and see what happens COMFORT CONTROL SYSTEM Decrease A
59. emain lit until the button is pressed to turn off the jet pump or after two hours of continuous operation when the N pump is automatically shut off by the control system lt lt The CLEAN button provided as a convenient timer for water maintenance activates the jet pump for a ten minute period The CLEAN indicator will turn on and the Jet symbol on the display will illuminate to indicate the jet pump is engaged Next you may add properly measured spa water chemicals into the filter compartment The jet pump and clean indicator will automatically shut off after ten minutes If the jet pump will not engage make sure Spa Lock is deactivated Spa Lock disables the controls on both the main and auxiliary control panels JET ACTIVATION 41 Control Panel Operations LIGHT CONTROL The intensity of the spa s light is controlled using the LIGHT Plus or LIGHT Minus buttons There are five 5 brightness levels plus off To turn on the spa light press the LIGHT Plus button The light will turn on at maximum intensity and the light symbol will illuminate on the control panel display LIGHT ACTIVATION When the light is set to its maximum brightness setting press the LIGHT Plus button to change the color The color loop sequence is set as follows Blue Aqua Green White a Amber Red Loop ON Loop OFF To activate the color loop press after the color ee red The colors will automatically run through the s
60. equence in the order listed above To stop the loop press the LIGHT Plus button while the loop is on and the brightness setting is in the maximum position To reduce the intensity of the light press the LIGHT Minus button The intensity of the light will decrease each time the button is pressed Additionally if the LIGHT Minus button on the Main Control panel only is held down the light intensity will decrease at the rate of one intensity level every half second until it shuts off If the intensity of light is below the maximum brightness and the LIGHT Plus button is pressed and held down the light will increase intensity until it reaches maximum brightness it will then continue through the color sequence every half second until the button is released To turn off the light hold the LIGHT Minus button The light will dim and turn off When the light turns off the light symbol on the display will also turn off If the light is left on it will automatically be turned off by the control system after six hours of continuous operation The light symbol on the panel will also turn off when the light is deactivated If the light will not turn on make sure SPA LOCK is deactivated SPA LOCK disables the controls on both the main and auxiliary control panels Qm SUMMER MODE DISPLAY s X The Summer Mode symbol is on when the Summer Mode timer is on When xe 5 activated the symbol will be visible even in
61. er to run for 3 to 5 minutes for each jet system in order to be sure the plumbing has been completely purged of any remaining water g Once no more water is being blown out of the jets the blower can be turned off and the filter standpipes reinstalled NOTES The standpipes may have a silicone sealant temporarily holding them in place and it may take firm pressure to get them to initially break free On spas equipped with two jet pumps each jet pump system and SmartJet system must be purged 7 Attach the vacuum hose to the vacuum side of the shop vac NOTE When removing the water from jet openings you may notice suction coming from another jet With the help of a second person block off any suction from the other jet using a large rag This will help pull out the water that is trapped deeper inside the main line a Use the shop vac to pull any remaining water out of the filter compartment and Moto Massage niche if applicable removal of the faceplate may be necessary NOTE It will be necessary to cover the drain grate tightly with a rag when vacuuming the main drain and secondary freeze drain outlets to be sure that all water has been drawn from the internal plumbing system b Place the shop vac hose over the main drain outlet and allow it to draw any remaining water from the spa s internal plumbing approximately 3 to 5 minutes c Place the shop vac hose over the secondary freeze drain outlet and allow it to draw any remaining wa
62. esult SCALING 78 pH The sanitizer will dissipate rapidly ZONE The water may become irritating to spa users COMFORT The spa s equipment may corrode ZONE 2m IDEAL If the pH is too low it can be increased by adding Hot Spring FreshWater pH Alkalinity Up or ACIDIC sodium hydrogen carbonate to the spa water SPA 72 ADD pH D Ifthe pH level is too high the following may result WATER AE The sanitizer is less effective CORROSIVE pH Scale will form on the spa shell surface and the equipment ZONE The water may become cloudy The filter cartridge pores may become obstructed If the pH is too high it can be decreased by adding Hot Spring FreshWater pH Alkalinity Down or sodium bisulfate to the spa water NOTE After adding sodium hydrogen carbonate or sodium bisulfate wait two hours before testing the water for pH Measurements taken too Soon may not be accurate E Itis important to check the pH on a regular basis The pH will be affected by the bather load the addition of new water the addition of various chemicals and the type of sanitizer used F When the pH is within the recommended range proceed to the final step MAINTAINING THE SANITIZER LEVEL A Sanitizer is extremely important for killing algae bacteria and viruses and preventing unwanted organisms from growing in the spa At the THE WATKINS WATER MAINTENANCE QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Ideal Range ppm What Chemicals to Use Steps Minimum Maxim
63. event unsupervised access to a pool or spa by children under 5 portan 1 years of age Your Hot Spring spa is equipped with a locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346 91 Standard for Safety e gt Covers and as a result is usually exempt from most barrier requirements As a general practice your local Building Department will inform you of any applicable barrier requirements at the time a permit is obtained for the installation of an electrical circuit Your Hot Spring dealer can provide information on which permits may be required Table of Contents SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Instructions EE 1 Important Spa Instructions EE 3 SPA SPECIFICATIONS 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Site Preparation sse 5 Outdoor and Patio Installation 5 Deck Installation 5 ence 5 Indoor Basement Installation 5 SPA LEVELING INSTRUCTIONS 6 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Summit Model SSE 14 Grandee Model GE GGE 15 Envoy Model VEI dia 16 Vanguard Model VI 17 Sovereign Model IE ss 18 Aria Model ARE 19 Prodigy Model HE EE 20 Jetsetter Model LEI 21 Jetselter Model JE i ettet 22 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND PRECAUTIONS s 23 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Start Up and Refill Procedures 25 SmartJet System
64. f erosion varies greatly Damage to the spa and cover can occur very quickly A WARNING Watkins Manufacturing Corporation DOES NOT recommend the use of any floating chemical dispenser Damage to the spa shell or components caused by a floating chemical dispenser is specifically not covered under the terms of the limited warranty DON T use a sanitizer which is not designed for spas DON T use household bleach liquid sodium hypochlorite DON T broadcast or sprinkle the chemicals onto the water surface This method may cause chemically induced spa surface blistering chemical abuse 57 Water Quality and Maintenance COMMON WATER CHEMISTRY QUESTIONS Question Why can t use a floater to sanitize my spa water Answer Watkins Manufacturing Corporation does not recommend the use of a floater for three reasons 1 The floater is unable to control the rate at which sanitizer is dissolved into the water When a floater is first placed in a spa the sanitizer level can be extremely high High sanitizer levels can chemically burn or discolor the spa s shell or the underside of the cover Then after a period of time the sanitizer level dispensed by the floater will fall to near zero A low sanitizer level will allow viruses bacteria or algae to grow 2 Floaters tend to stay in one area of the spa most of the time usually over the cool down seat causing this area to be exposed to extreme sanitizer levels 3 The floater may allow
65. f the button is held down the set temperature SEF TEMPERATURE N display will increase by one degree every half second SET TEMPERATURE DISPLAY To decrease the set temperature of the spa water press the TEMP Minus button Each time the button is pressed the set temperature display will decrement by one degree If the button is held down the set temperature display will decrease by one degree every half second If the set temperature value will not change check the TEMPERATURE LOCK and SPA LOCK features When either of these features is applied the temperature control is disabled JETS CONTROL There are two buttons three buttons on Summit and Grandee Envoy Ar a and Vanguard models which affect the jet pump S The JETS button all models JETS 1 Summit Grandee Envoy Aria amp Vanguard models only activates the jet pump When the JETS or JETS 1 button is pressed the jets symbol will illuminate on the control panel display The symbol will remain lit until the button is pressed to turn off the jet pump or after two hours of continuous operation when the pump is automatically shut off by the control system The JETS 2 button Summit Grandee Envoy Aria amp Vanguard only activates the second jet pump When the JETS 2 button is pressed the jets symbol will illuminate A on the control panel display Summit Envoy amp Aria will run in low speed with first press and high speed with second press The symbol will r
66. h a medical history of heart disease low or high blood pressure circulatory system problems or diabetes should consult a physician before using spa Unclean water Keep the water clean and sanitized with correct chemical care The recommended levels for your Hot Spring spa are Free Available Chlorine FAC 3 0 5 0 ppm Water pH 7 4 7 6 Total Alkalinity 125 150 ppm Calcium Hardness 150 200 ppm Refer to Water Quality and Maintenance section for complete instructions IMPORTANT Turn on the jet pump for a least ten minutes after adding ANY spa water chemicals into the filter compartment Clean the filter cartridges monthly to remove debris and mineral buildup which may affect the performance of the hydromassage jets limit the flow or trip the high limit thermostat which will turn off the entire spa AVOIDING THE RISK OF HYPERTHERMIA Prolonged immersion in hot water can result in HYPERTHERMIA a dangerous condition which occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level above normal 37 C or 98 6 F The symptoms of hyperthermia include unawareness of impending hazard failure to perceive heat failure to recognize the need to exit the spa physical inability to exit the spa fetal damage in pregnant women and unconsciousness resulting in a danger of drowning NWARNING The use of alcohol drugs or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs and spas TO REDUCE THE RISK OF IN
67. has tripped If the spa does not function after tripping and resetting the GFCI s or resetting the high limit thermostat then the problem should be referred to an Authorized Service Technician Refer to the Heater section if the spa operates but does not heat or refer to the Troubleshooting Guide for additional service information 59 Service Information NO FAULT HEATER AND INTEGRATED PRESSURE SWITCH Watkins Manufacturing Corporation unconditionally warrants the No Fault heater against any failure that would require replacement This warranty s duration is equal to the time period identified in the Component Warranty This warranty defines unconditional as warranty coverage without exception provided that the component has failed to operate properly within the spa s system This means that conditions that would normally invalidate the limited warranty such as water chemistry damage do not apply to the No Fault heater It is important to note that the No Fault heater is protected by both the heater high limit thermostat circuit and the integrated pressure switch The causes of heater high limit tripping are discussed in the previous section If the spa is not heating the red and green lights are blinking but the pump and light are operating then the pressure switch may be open Opening of the pressure switch is normally a result of one or a combination of these problems 1 a clogged filter cartridge 2 blockage within the system plu
68. he buildup of contaminants maximize sanitizer efficiency minimize combined chlorine and improve water clarity FreshWater g silver ion purifier introduces silver ions into the spa water inhibiting bacteria growth When combined with MPS or chlorine oxidizes particulates in the spa water It is important to follow the recommended application and maintenance programs outlined for each product s use If the spa is being used over an extended period of time such as a whole afternoon or evening additional sanitizer will be needed A weekly shock treatment is required The shock treatment quickly destroys any remaining contaminants while revitalizing the silver ion cartridge allowing the silver ions to continue to be released into the water Without this weekly shock treatment the silver ion cartridge may stop releasing silver ions into the water To weekly shock treat your spa you may use either MPS or sodium dichlor It will require much less sodium dichlor to administer the shock treatment than MPS one teaspoon of sodium dichlor has oxidizing capabilities comparable to two tablespoons of MPS Sodium dichlor may be a more appropriate weekly shock for those users that experience heavy bather load conditions IMPORTANT NOTE MPS is an oxidizer not a sanitizer IMPORTANT Remember to use MPS designed for use in spas such as Hot Spring MPS chlorine free oxidizer Other non chlorine shocking agents for swimming pools may contain chemicals in
69. he electrical control box There are no user serviceable parts inside RISKS TO AVOID NDANGER RISK OF INJURY Toreduce the risk of injury to persons DO NOT remove suction fittings filter standpipes located in the filter compartment The suction fittings in the spa 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 There is a danger of slipping and falling Remember that wet surfaces can be very slippery Take care when entering or exiting the spa Never operate spa if the suction fittings are broken or missing People with infectious diseases should not use the spa Keep any loose articles of clothing or hanging jewelry away from rotating jets or other moving components Increased side effects of medication The use of drugs alcohol or medication before or during spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning Persons using medications should consult a physician before using a spa some medication may cause a user to become drowsy while other medication may affect heart rate blood pressure and circulation Persons taking medications which induce drowsiness such as tranquilizers antihistamines or anticoagulants should not use the spa Health problems affected by spa use Pregnant women should consult a physician before using spa Persons suffering from obesity or wit
70. hen center middle shims Spa Leveling Instructions 8 SOVEREIGN MODEL IIE amp SOVEREIGN MODEL IE Leveling Points NOTE All dimensions are approximate measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions ke 38 96 5 cm 18 46 cm V e e f E g i yi amp Oo J O Sch N RN E aS s w i e ss e ei EM ch 3 amp s X S Be l 2 S e e o 5 x e e e 1 L 80 2 03 m 4 DOOR SIDE e 15 Leveling Points place shims approx 45 7cm in from edge then center middle shims 9 Spa Leveling Instructions ARIA MODEL ARE Leveling Points NOTE All dimensions are approximate measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions 87 221cm I 48 1 2 110 5cm 43 1 2 110 5cm 4 I 18 45 7cm 4 18 45 7cm 4 e e f Y C D Ei e S e e v t e E x S AN o We A S H S e a e e amp e b E Q E 5 S i e 9 Oo S D x e WO e e
71. ice if the heater trips frequently Check for clogged filters or air locks in plumbing Disconnect power to the spa allow circulation pump to cool Circulation pump thermal cut off will reset when pump has cooled and power is reapplied Call for service if circulation pump thermal cut off trips frequently Add water Clean filters Open Comfort Control lever Deactivate spa lock Replace light assembly Open Comfort Control levers Clean filters Disconnect power for at least thirty seconds to reset heater high limit If it will not reset check for clogged filters If tripping continues call for service Disconnect power for at least thirty seconds If blinking continues call for service SPA WATER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Probable causes Cloudy Water Water Odor Chlorine Odor Musty Odor Organic buildup scum ring around spa Algae Growth Eye Irritation Skin Irritation Rash Stains Scale Service Information Dirty filters Excessive oils organic matter Improper sanitization Suspended particles organic matter Overused or old water Excessive organics in water Improper sanitization Low pH Chloramine level too high Low pH Bacteria or algae growth Build up of oils and dirt High pH Low sanitizer level Low pH Low sanitizer level Unsanitary water Free chlorine level above 5 ppm Total alkalinity and or pH too low High iron or copper in source water High calcium content in
72. ier Install the new Fresh Water silver ion purifier into the filter standpipe Do not force the FreshWater silver ion purifier down into the filter standpipe Reinstall the cleaned filter cartridges Replace and secure the grey filter cap 10 Replace the filter compartment cover 11 Fold the cover back into place A WARNING Never use the spa with the filter cartridges or filter standpipes removed SILVER IONS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Question How are the silver ions actually added to the water Answer The silver ion cartridge contains ceramic beads that are infused with silver By placing the cartridge in the circulation Water Quality and Maintenance 54 pump filter standpipe it is subjected to the continuous flow of water created by the pump s 24 hour circulation The flowing water through a chemical erosion process carries with it the silver ions necessary to add a sanitizing residual to the spa water Question What happens if do not add the weekly shock treatment Answer The contaminants in the water may coat the silver ion cartridge s ceramic beads blocking the silver ions release into the water When this occurs there will be no residual of silver ions present in the water eliminating them from the sanitizing process Question How often should the FreshWater silver ion purifier cartridge be replaced Answer The cartridge must be replaced every four months Please refer to the instructions provided with each F
73. ified e Don t let chemicals get on surrounding surfaces or landscaping Don t use a vacuum cleaner to clean up chemical spills Never smoke around chemicals Some fumes can be highly flammable e Don t store any chemicals in the spa equipment compartment HOW TO ADD CHEMICALS TO THE WATER IMPORTANT All spa water chemicals including granulated dichlor MPS granulated pH increaser or decreaser granulated total alkalinity increaser liquid stain and scale inhibitor and liquid defoamer must always be added directly into the filter compartment while the jet pump is running in its high speed mode and it must run for a minimum of ten minutes To Administer Spa Water Chemicals 1 Fold back the cover Carefully remove and set aside the filter compartment cover 2 Push the CLEAN button to turn on the jet pump 3 Carefully measure the recommended amount of chemical and slowly pour it into the filter compartment Use care not to splash chemicals on your hands in your eyes on the spa shell surface or on the spa cabinet 4 Replace the filter compartment cover After ten minutes the jet pump will automatically shut off to complete the procedure Close and secure the cover Risk of Drowning Never leave an open spa unattended IMPORTANT SUPER CHLORINATION NON CHLORINE SHOCK TREATMENT NOTE After administering a super chlorination treatment or non chlorine shock to your spa leave the cover open for a minimum of 20 minutes to allow the oxid
74. imary position 3 o clock and turn on the CLEAN cycle for 10 minutes to circulate the spa water After the clean cycle is complete test the spa water for Free Available Chlorine FAC residual If the residual is between 3 and 5 ppm on the test strips found in the test kit go on to the next step If the residual is less than 3 ppm superchlorinate the spa water by adding 1 1 2 teaspoons of chlorine sodium dichlor per 950 liters of spa water Use the jet button marked CLEAN to circulate the spa water for a ten minute period 9 Rotate the SmartJet lever s to next position and let the spa water circulate using the jet for 10 minutes Test the spa water for Free Available Chlorine FAC residual If the residual is between 3 and 5 ppm on the test strips found in the test kit go on to the next step If the residual is less than 3 ppm superchlorinate the spa water by adding 1 1 2 teaspoons of chlorine sodium dichlor per 950 liters of spa water Then use the jet button marked CLEAN to circulate the spa water for a ten minute period Repeat this procedure until all SmartJet lever operating positions have been tested 10 Recheck the Total Alkalinity TA at 125 ppm Calcium Hardness CH at 150 ppm then spa water pH at between 7 4 and 7 6 Operational Note Make sure you adjust your Total Alkalinity first as an out of balance condition will affect your ability to adjust the pH correctly and will prevent the sanitizer from operating eff
75. in home Propylene glycol anti freeze Winterizing Service plan Your local authorized dealer can perform the following winterizing steps if you do not wish to attempt them yourself 1 Disconnect the spa from the power supply by tripping the GFCI beaker s in the subpanel 2 Locate the main drain valve and remove the drain cap Attach a garden hose to the drain valve and route the outlet of the hose to an appropriate draining area Open the valve and the spa will drain by gravitational flow Remove the threaded cap from the secondary drain The remaining water about 4 liters or one gallon will drain from the bleedline system Remove the filter cartridges then clean and store the cartridges in a dry place IMPORTANT Sponge out any residual water from inside the spa and the recesses of the filter compartments Wipe all surfaces dry 6 Using an industrial wet dry vacuum and blower attach the vacuum s hose to the output blower side of the vacuum a Remove the filter standpipes by turning them counterclockwise b Place the end of the vacuum hose into one of the filter openings and cover the closest filter opening with a clean rag c Turn on the blower and allow it to blow out any water remaining in the plumbing lines should take approximately 3 to 5 minutes d Turn the SmartJet lever to the second position and allow that system to purge ed If your spa is equipped with more than two jet systems each jet system must be purged f Allow the blow
76. ing the Total Alkalinity as the first step is important as out of balance TA will affect your ability to adjust the pH correctly and will prevent the sanitizer from operating effectively 5 Superchlorinate the spa water by adding 1 1 2 teaspoons of chlorine sodium dichlor per 950 liters of spa water Use the jet button marked CLEAN to circulate the spa water for a ten minute period 6 During the super chlorination period rotate the SmartJet lever s through each of their operating positions letting the spa water circulate with jets on for equal periods of time For example if your spa has four operating positions leave the SmartJet lever in each position for approximately two to three minutes OPERATION NOTE The Summit Grandee Vanguard Envoy Aria Prodigy and Jetsetter SmartJet levers are designed to operate in the 3 o clock and 9 o clock positions The Sovereign SmartJet lever has been designed to operate in the 3 o clock 6 o clock 9 o clock and 12 o clock positions 7 Set the temperature control to the desired temperature between 38 40 C or 100 F 104 F then place the vinyl cover on the spa and allow the water temperature to stabilize approximately 24 hours Make sure you secure the cover in place using the cover locks Periodically check 25 Operating Instructions the spa water temperature When the water temperature climbs above 32 C 90 F proceed to the next step 8 Rotate the SmartJet lever s to the pr
77. is occurs the pump should be turned off the water feature lever rotated to the full on position and the pump turned on again CAUTION Partial blockage of water flow at entrance of water feature will cause the water to flow farther into or over the spa Vanguard and Sovereign Model Il also have a water feature system The water feature will either be located on the left or right side of the spa towards the front depending on the model A lever located next to the waterfall is used to adjust the water from full flow to completely off The circulation pump of the spa powers the water feature allowing the water to run all of the time if desired Turning the water feature lever to it s full counter clockwise position will shut the water feature off IMPORTANT It is recommended that the water feature found on the Vanguard and Sovereign be turned off before placing the cover onto the spa 27 Operating Instructions JET MENUS SUMMIT MODEL SSE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet Pump 1 Jet System 1 Jet Pump 2 Jet System 1 Left SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position Right SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position e 3 Jet Cluster system on rear wall D dual port rotary e 6 HydroStream jets left back wall 1 directional hydromassage e 1 Water Feature e 2 Soothing Seven jets on right wall e 4 HydroStream jets with 2 directional hydromassage jets e 1 Moto Massage DX jet on right front right back wall 6 directional Precision jets on left wall Jet
78. its designated leveling point 7 Lift the spa remove the support block and set the spa on the shims Repeat steps 5 through 7 if necessary for the opposite side of the spa 8 Usethe level to check the level of the spa Make any necessary adjustments 9 Referto the base support diagram for your spa to locate the remaining leveling points each of which must now also be shimmed and carefully slide helper shims under the spa at their designated locations These helper shims should create a snug fit between the foundation and the spa s base structure If it is necessary to lift the spa in order to place the helper shims use care not to kick out the original corner shims The following base support diagrams for the Envoy Vanguard Sovereign Aria Prodigy and Jetsetter spas indicate the recommended shimming points Notice Though designed for outdoor installation your Hot Spring spa is not impervious to damage that may be caused by insects rodents or other living creatures If the spa is installed in an area that is populated by rodents or other small creatures installing a screen at the bottom of the door will minimize their ability to access the spa s equipment compartment and cause damage to the spa components Per N E C any metal surface must be grounded to the spa s terminal box Please contact your dealership for additional information Please note the electronics within the compartment need adequate airflow to cool the equipment
79. izer gas to vent A high concentration of trapped oxidizer gas which may exist as a result of the shock treatment not daily sanitation may eventually cause discoloration or vinyl degradation to the bottom of the cover This type of damage is considered chemical abuse and is not covered under the terms of the limited warranty THE HOT SPRING SPA WATER MAINTENANCE PROGRAM Each step in your water maintenance program is dependent on the completion of the previous steps Omitting a step or failing to reach the recommended range may cause an imbalance in your water chemistry Unbalanced water chemistry can damage the spa and its components as well as cause discomfort for the user FILLING THE SPA WITH WATER A To prevent contaminants from entering the spa Watkins recommends using the FreshStartio gq pre filter when filling the spa with water Always fill the spa through the filter compartment A WARNING Do not use the FreshStart ooo pre filter if treating your spa with polyhexamethylene biguanide Biguanide PHMB eg BaquaSpa sanitizer B The FreshStartio om pre filter is designed to remove unwanted contaminants such as rust dirt detergents and algae from the fill water Dissolved minerals and metals such as lead calcium copper and iron are not removed C Instructions are included with the FreshStart oo pre filter When the spa is filled proceed to the Start Up and Refill Procedures section BALANCING THE TOTAL ALKALINITY TA
80. l is off you can simply glance at the ready indicator light to determine whether or not your spa is within the range of your set temperature Power Indicator The POWER indicator is on when the spa is properly supplied with power It also provides a diagnostic function a blinking power indicator indicates that the heater high limit has tripped meaning that either the spa water is above its acceptable temperature range or a malfunction has occurred within the spa such as low circulation due to clogged filters An off power indicator means that there is a problem with the spa control box or the power supplied to the spa Ready Indicator The READY indicator will light when the spa water temperature is within 1 5 C 2 1 2 F of the set temperature and will turn off when the temperature is outside of that range If you increase or decrease the temperature setting of the spa the ready indicator will turn off until the spa temperature reaches the acceptable range for the new set temperature Additionally a blinking READY indicator indicates that a problem exists with the temperature sensor Clean Indicator The CLEAN indicator lights when the CLEAN button is pressed It remains on during the ten minute clean cycle used for water maintenance then automatically shuts off at the end of the cycle The Jet symbol will also illuminate on the display to indicate that the jet pump is on NOTE When the SPA LOCK feature is activated the CLEA
81. light is blinking follow the instructions in the Troubleshooting section to identify and correct the cause The power indicator will stop blinking once the problem has been corrected HOT SPRING SPAS MUST BE WIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES ALL ELECTRICAL WORK SHOULD BE DONE BY AN EXPERIENCED LICENSED ELECTRICIAN WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF APPROPRIATE ELECTRICAL CONDUIT FITTINGS AND WIRE FOR ALL CIRCUITS This product requires a 16 amp 20 amp for Summit Grandee model GGE and Aria single phase 230 volt three wire service one line one neutral one ground The grounding conductor must be at least the same gauge as the line conductors but no smaller than 2 10 mm 4 0 mm for Summit Grandee GGE and Aria A minimum No 10 AWG 6 mm solid copper bond may also be required Additionally one main disconnect switch with at least 3 mm separation between contacts must be used for all electrical circuits to the spa Mount the subpanel according to local codes but not closer than 1 5 meters 5 feet away follow your local codes CONDUIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 To connect the electrical service first remove the screws from the equipment compartment door Carefully pull the door panel away and down in order to remove it completely from the spa 2 Locate the control box Loosen the screws on the front of the control box Remove the screws and the control box cover 3 Route the electrical conduit
82. lock 2 Connect the 2 10 mm 4 0 mm for Summit Grandee GGE and Aria wire from the neutral side blue of the breaker to terminal 4 on the terminal block 3 Connect the 2 10 mm 4 0 mm for Summit Grandee GGE and Aria wire from the ground wire yellow green to the ground position on the terminal block For additional requirements consult appropriate national wiring rules NOTES Connect supply wiring as shown in the diagrams above Connect only to a circuit which is protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI 23 Electrical Requirements JUMPER CONFIGURATION PER MODEL GREEN YELLOW 2 10MM2 90 C 4 0 MM for Summit amp Terminal Block Power Jumper bi e 3 4 5 L1 HOT N NEUTRAL BROWN BLUE 14 AWG 14 AWG 2 10MM 90 C 2 10MM 90 C 4 0 MM for Summit amp 4 0 MM for Summit amp Grandee GGE Grandee GGE HEATER GROUND SPA MODELS SPA MODELS IE KKE IIE GGE HE SSE JJE JE ARE JP1 O JP 1 JP2 o JP2 OX JP3 Je JP3 JO JP4 o JP4 o JP5 JP5 O JP6 JP6 o Oo JP7 O JP7 JP8 o Js o JP9 O JP9 o O JP 19 O JP10 o o JP 11 o JP11 o o JP 12 o JP 12 E SPA MODELS F SPA MODELS VVE VE JP1 DNE JP1 o JP2 E JP2 o JP3 o JP3 O JP4 o JP4 o JP5 Io JP5 o JP6 o O JP6 O
83. log filters Generally scaling is caused by mineral content combined with high pH Additionally scale forms more readily at higher water temperatures Super Chlorination Also known as shock treatment Super Chlorination is a process of adding significant doses of a quick dissolving sanitizer dichlor is recommended to oxidize non filterable organic waste and to remove chloramines and bromamines Total Alkalinity The amount of bicarbonates carbonates and hydroxides present in spa water Proper total alkalinity is important for pH control If the TA is too high the pH is difficult to adjust If the TA is too low the pH will be difficult to hold at the proper level The desired range of TA in spa water is 125 to 150 ppm SERVICE INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Your Hot Spring spa has been designed to provide years of trouble free use As with any appliance problems may occasionally occur that require the expertise of a qualified service person Though such simple repairs as resetting a GFCI switch or breaker resetting a high limit thermostat or replacing a light bulb may not require a service call they may indicate that a more serious condition exists These conditions may require an experienced service person Before calling for service please refer to the Troubleshooting Guide NOTE Always retain your original sales receipt for future reference GFCI AND HIGH LIMIT THERMOSTAT If your spa fails to operate at any time firs
84. m jets in lounge FootWell 2 FootStream jets in FootWell system 1 Water Feature Jet Menus VANGUARD MODEL VE ONLY JET SYSTEM MENU Jet System 1 SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear e 4 directional Precision jets above left Moto Massage jet e 1 Moto Massage jet on right rear 4 directional Precision jets above right Moto Massage jet e 3 Jet Cluster system on right wall 2 dual port rotary 1 directional hydromassage e 2 Soothing Seven jets on left wall 2 directional Precision jets on left rear seat calf area 2 directional Precision jets on right rear seat calf area Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear e 4 directional Precision jets above left Moto Massage jet e 1 Moto Massage jet on right rear 4 directional Precision jets above right Moto Massage jet 10 directional Precision jets on back wall e 2 FootStream Jets in FootWellSystem Jet Menus VANGUARD MODEL VVE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet Pump 1 Jet System 1 Jet Pump 2 Jet System 1 e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position e 4 directional Precision jets above left Moto Massage jet e 10 directional Precision jets on back wall e 2 directional Precision jets on left rear seat calf area e 1 directional hydromassage on right wall e 1 Moto Massage DX jet on right rear e 2 Soothing Seven jets on left wall 4 directional Precision je
85. mbing 3 power was not disconnected to the spa before it was drained or 4 an air lock in the plumbing lines Once the problem has been identified and corrected the pressure switch will close which will energize the heater SILENT FLO 5000 CIRCULATION PUMP AND CIRCULATION PUMP THERMAL CUT OFF The Hot Spring Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump is a dedicated water cooled energy efficient quiet pump that provides continuous filtration for the spa Since the Silent Flo 5000 pump is water cooled it is equipped with a thermal cut off to prevent the pump from being damaged by running hot when water is not present Reset the circulation pump s thermal cut off by disconnecting power to the spa and allowing the pump to cool Tripping of the thermal cut off is normally the result of one or a combination of these problems 1 clogged filter cartridge 2 blockage within the system plumbing 3 power was not disconnected to the spa before it was drained or 4 an air lock in the plumbing lines Once the problem has been identified and corrected the pump thermal cut off will be able to be reset which will allow it to operate normally FRESHWATER Ill HIGH OUTPUT OZONE SYSTEM The FreshWater Ill ozone system is practically maintenance free because it is located within the spa s equipment compartment If bubbles are appearing at the spa s heater return but the water does not appear as clear as usual then the operation of the ozone generator should be checked
86. mfort Control system lever C Precision jets Comfort Control system lever D Pillow E Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle Moto Massage jet Precision jets Soothing Seven jets FootStream jet Heater return and spa drain Light lens Filter compartment Main control panel Auxiliary control panel Cup holder Water Feature Model IIE spas only Water Feature lever Model IIE spas only mn O DOS Sat oi po a i E ee O OO EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT 1 Wavemaster jet pump 5 Ozone injector 2 No Fault heater 6 Main drain valve 3 Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump 7 Secondary drain 4 IQ 2020 control box Controls and Equipment 18 ARIA MODEL ARE OVERHEAD VIEW A SmartJet system lever B Precision jets Comfort Control system lever C Moto Massage jet Comfort Control system lever D Pillow Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle Precision jets HydroStream jet Soothing Seven FootStream jet Moto Massage Dx jet Heater return and spa drain Light lens Filter compartment Main control panel Auxiliary control panel Cup holder Water Feature Water Feature lever Pop up speaker Radio m mn Com Op Oe ST tr rgo 1 Wavemaster jet pump 5 Ozone injector 2 No Fault heater 6 Main drain valve 3 Silent Flo 5000 circulation pump 7
87. most problems associated with component freezing the 24 hour continuous filtration system has been designed with bleed lines connecting the jet pump s with the heating system Since the heating system s circulation pump runs continuously cooler water in the heating and filtering systems is continually being replaced by warm water from the spa As an additional precaution against partial freezing of some of the components the equipment compartment can be insulated with an insulating kit available from your Hot Spring dealer This insulating kit will also help to maximize the spa s energy efficiency NOTE When warmer weather returns approx 15 21 C the insulating kit must be removed to prevent overheating of the jet pump Please contact your Hot Spring dealer for additional information or to order the insulating kit WINTERIZING In very cold weather you may not want to venture outside to use your spa In this case you may move it to a heated area or leave it as is until the weather warms If you do leave the spa unused for a long period of time in severely cold weather you should drain the spa to avoid accidental freezing due to a power or equipment failure IMPORTANT The following steps should protect your spa from freezing damage provided these instructions are followed exactly For maximum protection against freeze damage to your spa Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends contacting your local Hot Spring dealer to schedule an
88. nitric acid a highly corrosive chemical is a byproduct of the ozone generating process Nitric acid is produced in very small quantities and is readily dissolved in the water stream with ozone Oxidizer The use of an oxidizing chemical is to prevent the buildup of contaminants maximize sanitizer efficiency minimize combined chlorine and improve water clarity Ozone Ozone is a powerful oxidizing agent which is produced in nature and artificially by man Ozone forms no byproducts of chloramines ozone actually oxidizes chloramines and will not alter the water s pH Pathogen A microorganism such as bacterium that cause disease pH The measure of the spa water s acidity and alkalinity The recommended pH for the spa water is 7 4 to 7 6 Below 7 0 considered neutral the spa water is too acidic and can damage the heating system Above 7 8 the water is too alkaline and can result in cloudy water and scale formation on the shell and heater ppm The abbreviation of parts per million the standard measurement of chemical concentration in water Identical to mg l milligrams per liter Reagent A chemical material in liquid powder or tablet form for use in chemical testing Sanitizer Sanitizers are added and maintained at recommended residuals to protect bathers against pathogenic organisms which can cause disease and infection in spa water Scale Rough calcium bearing deposits that can coat spa surfaces heaters plumbing lines and c
89. nter should be contacted SERVICE NOTE A slow or non moving Moto Massage jet may indicate that the filter cartridge pores are obstructed with dirt body oils or calcification Follow the filter cartridge cleaning procedures in the Spa Care and Maintenance section of this manual ACCESSORY NOTE For a different feeling massage ask your dealer about the HydroPulse option an alternative faceplate for your Moto Massage jet MOTO MASSAGE DX JET NOTE The Moto Massage DX jet is available on the Summit Grandee GG Envoy Vanguard V VE Aria and Jetsetter Model JJE spas only The Moto Massage DX jet automatically travels two streams up and down in a sweeping motion simulating the natural stroking effects of a manual massage The intensity and speed of the Moto Massage DX jet may be adjusted by turning the Comfort Control lever Operating Instructions 26 The Moto Massage DX jet has been factory adjusted to provide maximum hydromassage and to achieve full vertical travel with its Comfort Control lever in the full air volume position Should the Moto Massage DX jet not achieve full vertical travel and the problem is not a closed air control valve or clogged filter cartridge then your Hot Spring Service Center should be contacted SERVICE NOTE A slow or non moving Moto Massage DX jet may indicate that the filter cartridge pores are obstructed with dirt body oils or calcification Follow the filter cartridge cleaning procedures in the
90. o a minimum during colder heavier usage months NOTE Whenever power is disconnected and then reconnected to the spa the Summer Mode timer will reset starting with the eight hour shutdown mode If a different eight hour shut down time is desired deactivate the Summer Mode then reactivate at the beginning of the desired 8 hour shut down time IMPORTANT The Summer Mode will not lower the spa s water temperature below the ambient air temperature To activate the Summer Mode simply follow these steps 1 Set the temperature control to 27 C 80 F 2 Onthe control panel simultaneously press and hold for three seconds Temp Plus and Temp Minus buttons to activate the Summer Timer 43 Control Panel Operations The Summer Mode must be deactivated when cooler temperatures return To do this simply repeat step 2 A WARNING Failure to deactivate the Summer Mode when the temperature drops below 0 C 32 F will result in freezing of the spa Damage resulting from this situation is not covered under the terms of the warranty OPERATION NOTE It is recommended to keep the summer timer mode active year round for spas installed indoors Change the temperature control in step one to the desired temperature for this application ARIA MUSIC SYSTEM Available on the Aria model only The Aria sound system includes the following In tune AM FM receiver MP3 CD player Two Pop Up rotating Satellite Speakers Sub woofer located inside spa bet
91. o choose from To change the equalization of the SpAudio sound HES the SpAudio Mode button once followed by the JETS TONE BUTTON as many times as desired within 5 seconds of each key press The auxiliary panel reverts back to normal function if a key is not pressed within the 5 second time frame There are 5 different preset equalization levels to choose from ARIA MUSIC SYSTEM CONTROL The Aria spa has a factory installed music system The auxiliary panel will allow you to control the volume and the equalization tone of the stereo SOUND CONTROL For Aria sound control the Mode button must be pressed followed by the light button to make an audio change To increase or decrease the volume first press the Mode button once followed by the LIGHT VOLUME PLUS or the LIGHT VOLUME MINUS pag as many times as desired within 5 seconds of each key press to increase or decrease the volume of the SpAudio system The auxiliary panel reverts back to normal function if a key is not pressed within the 5 second time frame Aria sound control has 15 volume level settings to choose from EQUALIZATION TONE CONTROL To change the equalization tone first press the Mode button once followed by the JETS TONE BUTTON as many times as desired within 5 seconds of each key press to scroll through the pre selected EQ settings The auxiliary panel reverts back to normal function if a key is not pressed within the 5 second time frame
92. otSpring FreshWater Chlorine Free Oxidizer 53 Add one 1 tablespoon of monopersulfate MPS per 950 liters Summit Model SSE 2 tablespoons Grandee Model GE amp GGE 2 tablespoons Vanguard Model VE amp VVE 1 1 2 tablespoons Envoy Model KKE 2 1 4 tablespoons Sovereign Model IE 1 1 2 tablespoons Ar a Model ARE 2 1 4 tablespoons Prodigy Model HE 1 1 4 tablespoons Jetsetter Model JJE amp JE 1 tablespoon Add three 3 tablespoons of monopersulfate MPS per 950 liters Summit Model SSE 6 tablespoons Grandee Model GE amp GGE 6 tablespoons Vanguard Model VE amp VVE 4 1 2 tablespoons Envoy Model KKE 4 1 2 tablespoons Sovereign Model IE 4 1 2 tablespoons Aria Model ARE 4 1 2 tablespoons Prodigy Model HE 4 tablespoons Jetsetter Model JJE amp JE 2 1 2 tablespoons Water Quality and Maintenance FreshWater Ill high output ozone system FreshWater Silver lon Purifier FreshStart q om Pre filter is used when filling a spa for the first time or at refill It attaches to a garden hose and filters out rust dirt detergents algae and chemicals Sodium Dichlor chlorine is the only recommended sanitizer that will work in conjunction with all of the other products in this system FreshWater Ill high output ozone system uses Corona Discharge technology to produce a high concentration of ozone which is injected into the spa water Monopersulfate MPS is an oxidizing chemical used to prevent t
93. owed to go unchecked Your Hot Spring dealer stocks a Stain and Scale Inhibitor to use if your spa water has a high concentration of dissolved minerals Watkins recommends FreshWater Stain amp Scale Defense 2 The use of alcohol or any household cleaners other than those listed to clean the spa shell surface is NOT recommended DO NOT use any Cleaning products containing abrasives or solvents since they may damage the shell surface NEVER USE HARSH CHEMICALS Damage to the shell by the use of harsh chemicals is not covered under the warranty IMPORTANT Some surface cleaners contain eye and skin irritants Keep all cleaners out of the reach of children and use care when applying EVERWOOD SPA CABINET Hot Spring spas include an Everwood spa cabinet Everwood consists of a rigid polymer that combines the durability of plastic with the beauty of redwood Everwood won t crack peel blister or delaminate even after prolonged exposure to the elements Cleaning of Everwood consists of simply spraying the cabinet with a mild soap and water solution to remove any stains and residue Do not rub the Everwood with an abrasive material or use abrasive cleaners as this may damage its texture Watkins Manufacturing Corp recommends touch up or restaining of the Everwood every three to four years this will vary according to the environment Contact your local dealer for restaining procedures and recommended stains Spa Care and Maintenance 46 CARE O
94. partment containing the electrical components NDANGER RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK nstall at least 1 5 m from all metal surfaces A spa may be installed within 1 5 m of a metal surface if each metal surface is permanently connected by a minimum No 6 mm 10 AWG solid copper conductor attached to the wire ground connector on the terminal box that is provided for this purpose Do not permit any electrical appliances such as a light telephone radio or television within 1 5 m of a spa Failure to maintain a safe distance may result in death or serious personal injury due to electrocution if the appliance should fall into the spa nstall your spa is such a way that drainage is away from the electrical compartment and from all electrical components DO 1 Safety Information e Be sure your spa is connected to the power supply correctly use a licensed electrical contractor Disconnect the spa from the power supply before draining the spa or servicing the electrical components Test the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter s before each use DON T Use the spa with the equipment compartment door removed Place electrical appliances within 1 5 m of the spa e Use an extension cord to connect the spa to its power source The cord may not be properly grounded and the connection is a shock hazard An extension cord may cause a voltage drop which will cause overheating of the jet pump motor and motor damage Attempt to open t
95. pieces of the highly concentrated sanitizer to fall out and settle on the floor or seat of the spa shell These pieces of sanitizer will chemically burn blister the spa shell Although your spa shell is specifically designed to resist the effects of spa chemicals no spa surface can withstand this type of highly concentrated chemical Remember chemical abuse is specifically not covered under the terms of the warranty Question When open my spa smell chlorine How do get rid of this smell Answer There are two types of chlorine in your spa The first is the Free Available Chlorine FAC which is the chlorine available to sanitize your spa This type of chlorine does not have an odor The second is Chloramine which is residue from chlorine already expended Chloramines have a strong chlorine odor The smell from Chloramines can be eliminated by shocking the water If you smell chlorine in the water your spa is reminding you to add a shock treatment Question Why can t fill my spa with soft water Answer Soft water is essentially the same as regular water except that most or all of the calcium has been replaced by sodium Soft water may be corrosive to the heater and other components Replacement of spa components damaged by soft water is extremely expensive Question am trying to reduce the number of chemicals to which my family is exposed Do really need to use so many chemicals and in such large amounts Answer While o
96. posed wood paper etc in the room To minimize these effects it is best to provide plenty of ventilation to the spa area An architect can help to determine if more ventilation must be installed Hot Spring spas is equipped with a vent to remove excessive heat from the equipment compartment Find this vent its under the bottom front left or right corner and be sure the vent is not blocked by anything including carpeting Your Hot Spring dealer can help you with local information such as zoning regulations and building codes They can also give you a copy of our planning guide just ask for Hot Spring spa Pre Delivery Instructions CAUTION Do not install the spa on a heated floor A WARNING Please keep the area around your spa well ventilated when it is installed indoors or in a confined area Inadequate ventilation around the spa could cause a build up of a higher than normal concentration of spa chemicals and or bacterial fragments These dispersed spa chemicals and or bacterial fragments can be inhaled and may result in breathing difficulties or lung damage in certain people suffering from a compromised immune system or respiratory infection If you or other bathers are affected by this condition please seek medical attention as soon as possible In addition to the above properly clean and maintain your spa as follows 5 Installation Instructions Follow all procedures in this owner s manual and printed instructions on all water c
97. ral and oil buildup Simply soak the filter in the degreaser according to the package directions then place the filter on a clean surface and spray until clean using a garden hose It may be necessary to rotate the filter while spraying to remove any debris lodged between the filter pleats The Tri X filter standard on Summit Grandee GG Envoyand Aria models only can be cleaned in the dishwasher using no soap and no dry cycle Please contact your Hot Spring dealer for details T To reinstall the filter cartridge reverse the order of steps in which it was removed Do not overtighten A WARNING Do not use the spa with the filter cartridges or filter standpipe s removed CARE OF THE SPA PILLOWS The spa pillows used on the Summit Grandee Vanguard Sovereign Envoy Aria and Jetsetter models will provide years of comfort if treated with care They have been positioned above the water level to minimize the bleaching effects of chlorinated water and other spa water chemicals To extend their life whenever the spa shell is being cleaned the spa pillows should be removed and cleaned Body oils can be removed with a mild soap and water solution ALWAYS rinse off the spa pillows thoroughly to remove any soap residue The pillows can be conditioned with Hot Spring Cover Shield after cleaning If the spa is not going to be used for a long period of time that is during a vacation or if the spa is winterized or when the spa water is being super chlorin
98. re MAIN CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS AND DISPLAY The main control panel has buttons which the spa user presses to set the temperature initiate the clean cycle vary the intensity of the light and activate or deactivate the jet pump With the exception of the CLEAN button the control panel display responds to let you know you ve pressed a button and that the selected function has been performed After a period of non use pressing any button will wake up a sleeping display as well as performing its function TEMPERATURE CONTROL The set temperature range is from 27 C to 40 C The set temperature of the spa water will automatically be 39 C 102 F the first time that power is applied This is the setting programmed at the factory After the spa has been set up and used the last temperature value set by the user will be stored in memory If power is disconnected from the spa it will automatically revert to the last set temperature when power is reapplied To display the set temperature of the spa press the TEMP Plus button _ The set temperature will be displayed unless the spa is locked in which case P o the word SPA is displayed with the lock symbol The set temperature display SET uj fy L will automatically shut off after 30 seconds TEMP N To increase the set temperature of the spa water press the TEMP Plus Ki button Each time the button is pressed the set temperature display will NI zi increment by one degree I
99. reshWater silver ion purifier cartridge Question Can use the FreshWater Ill ozone system in addition to the silver ion system Answer Yes In fact it is preferred The use of the FreshWater Ill ozone system will enhance the performance of the silver ions and may substantially reduce the need for supplemental chemical treatments when the spa is not in use Question Why can t use bromine or biguanides instead of MPS or chlorine Answer Bromine and biguanides will chemically react with the sanitizing action of the silver ions This will eliminate their beneficial sanitizing effect DOS AND DON TS DO check your MPS or dichlor chemical level prior to each use DO shock the spa weekly use either MPS or sodium dichlor DO change the Fresh Water silver ion purifier every 4 months DOtest Total Alkalinity and pH weekly DO use MPS for spas only such as Hot Spring MPS chlorine free oxidizer DO store all chemicals in a tightly sealed container in a cool dry place DO shock the spa with chlorine at spa startup or refill DON T use bromine sodium bromide or biguanides These are an active sanitizer and will combine with the silver ions to inactivate them DON T use a water clarifier Clarifiers will cause the spa water to become cloudy i inim SODIUM DICHLOR Sanitizing chemicals such as chlorine are oxidants that kill bacteria and viruses in the water The Free Available Chlorine FAC is a measure of th
100. rting from one electrical system to another START UP AND REFILL PROCEDURES Your Hot Spring spa has been thoroughly tested during the manufacturing process to ensure reliability and long term customer satisfaction A small amount of water may have remained in the plumbing after testing and as a result may have spotted the spa shell or the spa siding prior to delivery Before filling the spa wipe the spa shell clean with a soft rag The following instructions must be read and followed exactly to ensure a successful start up or refill CAUTIONS Do not fill the spa with hot water as tripping of the high limit thermostat may result DO NOT CONNECT POWER TO AN EMPTY SPA Power to the spa automatically activates critical components within the spa such as Controls Heater Circulation Pump and other systems If power is supplied to these components prior to the spa being filled the components will be damaged and this may result in a non warranty component failure Do not use your spa after filling until all of the steps listed below are completed Donot use the FreshStart o og pre filter if treating your spa with polyhexamethylene biguanide Biguanide PHMB eg BaquaSpa sanitizer 1 Close all drains and fill the spa with water through the filter compartment Your Hot Spring spa water level should be maintained approximately 4 cm above the top of the highest jet RECOMMENDED Use the FreshStartio oy pre filter to remove unwanted cont
101. sanitation or water purification device or heating system which contributes to component or unit failure or unsafe operating system Misuse and abuse shall include Any operation of the spa other than in accordance with Watkins Manufacturing Corporation s printed instructions or use of the spa in an application for which it is not designed Specifically Use of the spa in a non residential application damage caused by operation of the spa outside the specified voltage requirements 240V 10 or operation of the spa at water temperatures outside the range of 1 7 C 35 F and 49 C 120 F damage caused by voltage spikes or brown out conditions damage caused by dirty clogged or calcified filter cartridges see Spa Care and Maintenance instructions in this Owner s Manual damage to the spa surface caused by the use of tri chloro chlorine BCDMH chemical tablets in a floater acid or any other spa sanitizing chemicals or spa surface cleaners which are not recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation damage to components excluding the No Fault 1500 heater or spa surface caused by improper pH balance or other improper water chemistry maintenance and damage to the spa surface caused by leaving the spa uncovered while empty of water and in direct exposure to sunlight this may cause solar heating distress are considered abuses and may invalidate this warranty The filter lid on the spa is not designed to support heavy weight loads and shoul
102. speed of jet pump 2 5th press high speed of jet pump 1 6th press jet pumps OFF Control Panel Operations 42 GRANDEE GE amp VANGUARD VVE 1st press jet pump 1 ON 2nd press jet pump 1 amp 2 ON 3rd press jet pump 2 ON 4th press jet pumps OFF VANGUARD VE SOVEREIGN PRODIGY amp JETSETTER JJE JE 1st press jet pump ON 2nd press jet pump OFF If the jet pump will not engage make sure SPA LOCK is deactivated SPA LOCK disables the controls on both the main and auxiliary control panels SPAUDIO MUSIC SYSTEM CONTROL The Summit Grandee Envoy and Vanguard spas are equipped with a SpAudio ready auxiliary control panel the music system is purchased separately from the spa This auxiliary panel will allow you to control the standard light and jets features and controls the volume and the equalization of with the SpAudio music system if SpAudio is installed on your spa SOUND CONTROL For SpAudio sound control the Mode button must be pressed followed by another auxiliary panel button to make an audio change To increase or decrease the volume first press the Mode button once followed by the LIGHT VOLUME PLUS or the LIGHT VOLUME MINUS button as many times as desired within 5 seconds of each key press to increase or decrease the volume of the SE system The auxiliary panel reverts back to normal function if a key is not pressed within the 5 second time frame SpAudio has 15 volume level settings t
103. ssage 1 dual port rotary e 1 FootStream jet on front left CONTROL PANEL OPERATIONS CONTROL PANELS Vanguard VE Sovereign Prodigy Hot Spring spa models are equipped with a main and Jetsetter control panel located on the side of the spa and an auxiliary control panel except JetSetter located within the seating area of the spa The main control panel controls all of the spa functions and uses indicator lights and an integrated LCD display to aid in determining the status of the spa At night the main control panel and display are illuminated by a soft light from the top of the panel Summit Grandee Aria Envoy amp Vanguard VVE The auxiliary control panel Summit Grandee Envoy Vanguard Sovereign Aria and Prodigy is conveniently located so that a user inside the spa can operate the light or the jets NOTE If the SPA LOCK function has been initiated at the main control panel the auxiliary control panel will hot operate Control Panel Operations MAIN CONTROL PANEL The main control panel provides a quick visual check of the spa s status and allows the user to set the temperature activate the jets and light and lock the temperature and or spa functions INDICATOR LIGHTS At a glance the indicator lights are readily visible on the main control panel The three indicator lights POWER READY and CLEAN work independently from the rest of the control panel display That way even if the control pane
104. t check the power supply to the spa Check the GFCI breaker s in the subpanel If a GFCI has tripped reset it If it will not reset this may be an indication of a ground fault short circuit within the electrical components Contact an Authorized Service Technician for a complete diagnosis If upon checking the GFCI s you find that they have not tripped check the house breaker panel and ensure the main breaker for the electrical circuit supplying the spa has not tripped If it has this is an indication that the circuit was either overloaded or a ground fault exists between the breaker panel and the spa receptacle or subpanel Contact a qualified electrician If upon checking the main house breaker and spa GFCI s you find no failures check the high limit thermostat To check it simply turn off power to the spa for 30 seconds This will automatically reset the high limit thermostat if it has tripped If the spa energizes once you turn the power back on this indicates reduced water flow through the heating system Tripping of the high limit thermostat is normally a result of one or a combination of these problems 1 clogged filter cartridge s 2 blockage within the system plumbing 3 a non functioning heater circulation pump 4 power was not disconnected from the spa before it was drained 5 an air lock in the plumbing lines The Power Indicator on the front of the spa s control panel will also be blinking if the high limit thermostat circuit
105. ter from the spa s bleedlines approximately 3 to 5 minutes 8 Thoroughly dry the spa shell with a clean towel 49 Spa Care and Maintenance 9 Leave the main drain valve open approximately 1 2 turn and leave the caps off of both outlets during the winter months 10 Close the spa cover and fasten the cover tie downs Cover the spa cover with a large piece of plywood to more evenly distribute the weight of snow and ice To Reactivate Reinstall the filter cartridges close the main drain and reinstall the drain caps Follow the Start Up and Refill Procedures to make your Hot Spring spa operational IMPORTANT Always keep spa covered when not in use whether it is empty or full WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE It s important to have clean water Water maintenance is one of the least understood yet most important areas of spa ownership Your dealer can guide you through the process of achieving and maintaining perfect water in your spa given your local conditions Your program will depend on your water s mineral content how often you use your spa and how many people use it Here is our suggested step by step program Watkins Manufacturing Corporation has developed the EverFresh water care system for its spas which is an alternative to using an entirely chlorine based system This system uses silver ions ozone and an oxidizer monopersulfate or MPS and dichlor to sanitize the spa It includes the FreshStart o pre filter the Fresh
106. the spa until all 5 liter of the vinegar is gone This should allow an ample flow of vinegar to be run through the injector and clear the blockage 9 Disconnect power to the spa 10 Remove the empty cup or bucket 11 Reinstall the tubing to the bottom of the ozonator 12 Plug the ozonator into the control box 13 Close the equipment compartment door 14 Reconnect power to the spa DOS AND DON TS DO add all chemicals slowly into the filter compartment with the jet pump operating for ten minutes DO use special care if using baking soda to clean either the interior or exterior plastic surfaces DON T use swimming pool muriatic acid to lower pH DON T use compressed sanitizers The use of bromine sticks or tablets in floaters which may become entrapped in a lounge or cooling seat or sink to the spa floor have been shown to cause discoloration of or surface distress to a spa s shell DON T use a floater type sanitization system as a low or no maintenance solution to your spa maintenance program The spa shell easily can withstand the effects of a properly administered sanitizer Floating dispensers can become trapped in one area and cause an over sanitization or chemical burn of that particular area If the dispenser setting is too high the high concentration can discolor the spa shell and damage the underside of the cover Automatic floating dispensers have a tendency to either over brominate or under brominate as the rate o
107. the vinyl cover or retractable cover system e DO NOT lift the cover or operate the retractable cover system by using the cover locks They are not designed to be used as handles e DO NOT use any chemicals or cleaners except those recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation or its Authorized Sales and Service Dealer e DO NOT use hard sharp or metal objects such as a car windshield scraper to remove ice Such objects can cut mar or puncture the vinyl surfaces A WARNING Keep unsupervised children away from the cover Always lock the cover in place after use Keep hands away from the hinging points Do not allow anyone to climb sit or stand on the cover when in the open position Injury may occur as well as damage to the cover and mechanism VACATION CARE INSTRUCTIONS If you plan to be away from home follow these instructions to ensure that the water quality of your spa is maintained SHORT TIME PERIODS 3 5 DAYS 1 Adjustthe pH by following the instructions outlined in the Water Quality and Maintenance section 2 Sanitize the water by following the shock procedures also listed in the Water Quality section 3 Lock your cover in place using the coverlocks 4 Upon your return sanitize the water by following the shock procedures and balance the pH LONG TIME PERIODS 5 14 DAYS Prior to leaving 1 Atleast one day before you leave set the temperature to its lowest level This setting should represent an approximate w
108. to side of lifter to prevent accendental closure NOTE When opening a cover with a retractable cover system only use one of these two specific methods Do not attempt to open the cover in any other way Damage caused by improper opening or closing of the cover is not covered under the terms of the limited warranty How to Close the Cover 1 Standing along side the cover place one hand on the upper corner of the cover and gently push forward in the direction of the spa The cover will rotate forward to cover half of the spa NOTE For the UpRite GlideRite or Lift n Glide retractable cover system disengage the locking mechanism s before pushing the cover forward 2 Unfold the cover by lifting the handle located on the top front half of the cover Allow the unfolded half to fall down onto the spa The air pressure created by the cover falling will keep the vinyl skirting from being trapped between the cover and the spa shell 3 Secure the cover lock straps to the spa and lock them Important reminders DO always practice safety around your spa DO unlock and release all cover locks before attempting to open cover DO lock the cover when the spa is not in use DO cover the spa with the vinyl cover when the spa is not in use whether it is empty or full DO remove snow build up to prevent cover damage DO keep the cover open during super chlorination or shock treatment of the spa water e DO NOT walk stand climb or sit on
109. ts above right Moto Massage DX jet 2 directional Precision jets on right rear seat calf area Jet Pump 2 Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position e 3 Jet Clustersystem on right wall 2 dual port rotary 1 directional hydromassage e 2 FootStream Jet in FootWellSystem 33 Jet Menus SOVEREIGN MODEL IE JET SYSTEM MENU Jet System 1 SmartJet lever in the 3 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear 1 directional hydromassage jet on back wall 10 directional Precision jets on right rear e 2 Soothing Seven jets on right wall e 1 directional hydromassage jet on front right Jet System 3 SmartJet lever in the 9 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear e 4 directional Precision jets above Moto Massage jet e 10 Precision jets on right rear 2 dual port rotary jets on right front e 1 FootStream jet in FootWellSystem Jet Menus Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in the 6 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear e 10 directional Precision jets on right rear e 3 Jet Cluster system on right front D dual port rotary 1 directional hydromassage e 1 FootStream jet in FootWellSystem Jet System 4 SmartJet lever in the 12 o clock position e 1 Moto Massage jet on left rear e 4 directional Precision jets above Moto Massage jet 10 directional Precision jets on right wall e 1 FootStream jet in FootWellSystem e 1 FootStream jet on front left 34 SOVEREIGN IIE JET SY
110. uent filter cleanings are required Failure to maintain the cartridges in a clean unobstructed manner will result in reduced water flow through the heater assembly that may cause the High Limit Thermostat Heater Thermal Cut off or Circulation Pump Thermal Cut off to trip If this high limit or thermal cut off trip occurs during sub freezing temperatures and goes unnoticed the spa water may freeze Any damage to the spa due to freezing caused as a result of poor maintenance stated under misuse or abuse in the Hot Spring spa Limited Warranty will not be covered by your spa warranty A DANGER To reduce the risk of injury to persons using the spa DO NOT remove the suction fittings filter standpipes located in the filter compartment FILTER CARTRIDGES REMOVAL AND CLEANING 1 Disconnect power to the spa o DONO P 2 Remove and carefully set aside the filter compartment cover 45 Spa Care and Maintenance Remove any floating items from within the filter compartment 4 Turn the filter retainer handle located on the top of the filter cartridge counterclockwise until the retainer can be removed from the filter standpipe 5 Remove the filter retainer and cartridge SERVICE NOTE Never remove the filter standpipe Debris may find its way into the internal plumbing which may result in blockage NEVER REMOVE SUCTION FITTINGS 6 Always clean the filter using a filter degreaser such as Hot Spring FreshWaterFilter Cleaner to remove mine
111. um To Raise To Lower 1 Total Alkalinity 125 150 Sodium Hydrogen Sodium Bisulfate Carbonate or Sodium Bicarbonate 2 Calcium Hardness 150 200 Calcium Hardness Use a mixture of Increaser 75 hard water and 25 soft water or use a Stain and Scale Inhibitor 3 pH 7 4 7 6 Sodium Hydrogen Sodium Bisulfate Carbonate 4 Sanitizer See section on Maintaining the Sanitizer Level Water Quality and Maintenance 52 same time you don t want too high a sanitizer level or it can irritate your skin lungs and eyes B Always maintain the sanitizer level in your spa at the recommended level C Watkins recommends only Sodium Dichloro s Triazinetrione Sodium Dichlor or chlorine as a sanitizer A WARNING DO NOT use tri chlor chlorine any type of compressed bromine or chlorine acid or any type of sanitizer which is not recommended by Watkins Refer to the following two sections to use either the FreshWater silver ion purifier or Sodium Dichlor as your sanitizer EVERFRESH WATER CARE SYSTEM The EverFresh water care system is comprised of the following products At spa startup or refill Prior to each use Test before adding any chemicals do not add any chemicals if proper or higher levels are found Every four months As needed if water is has an odor HOT SPRING WATER TREATMENT GUIDE Follow Start Up and Refill Procedures section NOTE Use the FreshStart 999 pre filter when filling the spa to remo
112. ve unwanted contaminants Add one half 1 2 teaspoon of chlorine per 950 liters Summit Model SSE 1 teaspoon Grandee Model GE amp GGE 1 teaspoon Vanguard Model VE amp VVE 3 4 teaspoon Envoy Model KKE 3 4 teaspoons Sovereign Model IE 3 4 teaspoon Aria Model ARE 3 4 teaspoons Prodigy Model HE 2 3 teaspoon Jetsetter Model JJE amp JE 1 2 teaspoon Add one and one half 1 1 2 teaspoons of chlorine per 950 liters Summit Model SSE 3 teaspoons Grandee Model GE A GGE 3 teaspoons Vanguard Model VE amp VVE 2 1 4 teaspoons Envoy Model KKE 2 1 4 teaspoons Sovereign Model IE 2 1 4 teaspoons Aria Model ARE 2 1 4 teaspoons Prodigy Model HE 2 teaspoons Jetsetter Model JJE amp JE 1 1 2 teaspoons Drain and refill your spa Replace the FreshWater silver ion purifier NOTE Use the FreshStartg ua pre filter when filling the spa to remove unwanted contaminants Add one and one half 1 1 2 teaspoons of chlorine per 950 liters Summit Model SSE 3 teaspoons Grandee Model GE amp GGE 3 teaspoons Vanguard Model VE amp VVE 2 1 4 teaspoons Envoy Model KKE 2 1 4 teaspoons Sovereign Model IE amp IIE 2 1 4 teaspoons Aria Model ARE 2 1 4 teaspoons Prodigy Model HE 2 teaspoons Jetsetter Model JJE amp JE 1 1 2 teaspoons MPS is an oxidizer not a sanitizer FreshStartio een Pre filter Sodium Dichlor HotSpring FreshWater Concentrated Chlorinating Granules Monopersulfate MPS H
113. ver exposure to any chemical can be unhealthful many low levels of chemicals are effective and beneficial In the case of spa water the chemicals recommended in the Hot Spring water maintenance program are needed to protect the user from water borne pathogens disease causing microbes and to prevent corrosion of spa components The EverFresh water care system minimizes the use of chemicals with harsh side effects such as halogen sanitizers Question Why isn t water chemistry damage covered by the warranty Answer The chemical levels and water quality of the water in the spa are under your direct control With proper basic care the spa will provide many years of hot water relaxation If you are unsure about any chemical or its usage in the spa contact your Authorized Dealer or Watkins Manufacturing Corporation WATER TERMINOLOGY The following chemical terms are used in this Water Quality and Maintenance section Understanding their meaning will help you to better understand the water maintenance process Bromamines Compounds formed when bromine combines with nitrogen from body oils urine perspiration etc Unlike chloramines bromamines have no pungent odor and are effective sanitizers Bromine A halogen sanitizer in the same chemical family as chlorine Bromine is commonly used in stick tablet or granular form See the DO s and DON Ts of Spa Water Maintenance for additional information Calcium Hardness The amount of dissolved
114. ween shell and removable panel on the back side IMPORTANT The User manual for the CD AM FM Stereo has been included in the spa s Owner s Packet SPEAKER OPERATION Your Aria spa is equipped with two pop up Satellite speakers Arrows pointing To operate the pop up speakers towards each other 1 Press the button next to the speaker 2 Rotate the speaker to the desired position the speaker can rotate in either direction until it stops 3 The pop up speaker will only lower in one position To lower rotate the speaker until the two arrows point towards each other then press down on the top of the speaker until it locks into position Press button to raise the speaker Speaker in initial raised position Rotate speaker counter clockwise Rotate speaker in clockwise to return to the initial raised direction to desired location position in order to lower speaker Control Panel Operations 44 SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Hot Spring spa is manufactured from the highest quality most durable materials available Even so the spa care and maintenance program you develop will ultimately determine how long your spa and its individual components will last Regular maintenance and following the advice in this section will help you to protect your investment DRAINING THE WATER Detergent residues from bathing suits and soap film from your body may gradually accumulate in your spa s water Normally in about four months the water
115. will become sudsy and should be replaced Showering without using soap prior to entering the spa or using only the rinse cycle when laundering your bathing suit will help to reduce detergent residue in the spa water Important Remember to change your water every four months TO DRAIN YOUR SPA 1 Disconnect the spa from the power supply by tripping the GFCI breaker s in the subpanel 2 Locate the main drain valve for the spa and remove the drain cap Attach the inlet of a garden hose to the drain valve to avoid flooding of the foundation surrounding the spa and route the outlet of the hose to an appropriate draining area NOTE Spa water with a high sanitizer level may harm plants and grass 3 Open the valve by turning the knob The spa will drain by gravitational flow IMPORTANT All Hot Spring spa models will drain almost completely through the main drain valve and the secondary drain Equipment such as the jet pump and heating system will drain Any water remaining within the plumbing or equipment after draining will only need to be removed if the spa is being winterized Allow most of the water to drain through the main drain Remove threaded cap from secondary drain This will drain the remaining water 4 liters from the bleedline system When empty inspect the spa shell and clean as required Follow the Care of the Exterior Finish instructions Close the drain valve and reinstall the drain cap Reinstall threaded cap onto secondary
116. winds additional coverlock straps may be installed to minimize wind damage to the cover How to Open the Cover 1 With the cover lock straps unfastened place one hand under the cover skirting between the spa and cover to break the cover s vacuum seal Then fold the front half of the cover over onto the back half 2 The easiest and best way to operate the mechanism is to stand directly behind the spa locate the handle placed at the rear center of the cover and simply pull the handle This allows the cover to come to a gentle stop 3 If no rear access is available stand to the side of the spa directly adjacent to the hinge area of the folded cover A Forthe CoverCradle retractable cover systems Using both hands cup one hand under the lower half of the cover just above the water and place the other along the side of the cover just above the skirt Gently push do not lift with both hands towards the opposite rear corner of the cover diagonally As the cover opens the gas springs will allow the cover to come to a gentle stop 47 Spa Care and Maintenance B For the UpRite or GlideRite retractable cover system Simply lift the cover at its center hinge allowing it to move to the back of the spa and to rest gently there C For the Lift n Glide retractable cover system Slightly lift the cover at front of spa glide push back until it stops fold cover in half and lift cover moving it to the back of the spa Insert locking pin in

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