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1. Automatic timer may have completed its cycle Press JETS or JETS 1 button to Start the cycle again Pump may have overheated due to the vents on the equipment door being blocked Make sure the front of the spa is not blocked to allow air flow The pump motor may be defective Contact your dealer for assistance A burning smell may be a sign of damage Contact your dealer for service Pump may have over heated Let it cool for an hour and try operating the spa for a shorter time Power to the spa may be shut off Turn on or reset the GFCI circuit breaker If this does not solve the problem contact your dealer or a qualified spa technician The troubleshooting guidance provided here is intended to cover the most common problems a spa owner may encounter For more in depth troubleshooting go to www calspas com troubleshooting LTR20151000 F Dias www calspas com Appendix CT aaan www calspas com 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev F LIMITED WARRANTY This Limited Warranty is extended to the original purchaser of a Cal Spa brand portable spa manufactured after January 1 2015 and installed for residential use in the United States of America and Canada This warranty begins on the date of delivery of the spa but in no event later than one year from the date of manufacture xipueddy 2 Gen I Connect Escape This warranty applies only to these spa lines gt Patio New Age Special Edition Shell S
2. PLU21400146 Low Profile Drain 34 Black 640 0511 PLU21400401 Al Dias www calspas com Please visit www quickspaparts com to order your replacement parts Weir Skimmer Gate Black Small with Cal Spas Logo CS550 0281 PLU21600284 P lt 12 i lt 12 Wi lt 19 7 8 Skimmer Weir Gate Black Small No Logo 550 9021 PLU21600285 Weir Skimmer Gate Large Cal Spas Logo CS55000391 PLU21600294 Cascade Pillow No Insert Black ACC01401031 m Infinity Pillow Ribbed Black ACC01401051 Infinity Pillow Plain Black ACC01401061 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev F Please visit www quickspaparts com to order your replacement parts Pillow for models E 700 and E 800 5 5 x X 9 5 One Part 14 ACC01401052 for C 751L Y Pillow recess used t ACC01401101 4 10 75 Note All filters are female threaded FIL11100208 Pleatco PWW50L M FIL11100320 Waterway 817 4040 for Teleweir skimmer 510 4601 FIL11100209 Pleatco PCAL75 M FIL11700016 Waterway 817 4175 for Teleweir mega skimmer 510 5671 2015 Portable Spa _ LTR20151000 Rev F Teleweir Skimmers 50 square foot teleweir skimmer Filter attaching cap assembly FIL11700013 Filter skimmer inner pipe FIL11700012 75 square foot teleweir mega skimmer Filter attaching cap assembly FIL11700025 Filter skimmer i
3. not supplied into the docking station and then into the device 2 Plug a USB cable not supplied into the docking station and then into the device 3 Secure the device with the mounting straps 4 Close the waterproof door 5 Press the MODE button until AUX is lit green in the display 6 Use the controls on the entertainment center to adjust the volume Al Sas www calspas com The USB cable does not have to be connected for prop er operation Connecting the USB cable will only charge the device No data transfer will occur If cables are not being used remove the cable from the waterproof com partment The unit will not automatically switch to AUX mode when the device is initially connected to the 3 5mm cable Select AUX using the MODE button The enter tainment center will not control the device It just allows for the audio from the device to play through the enter tainment center For optimum sound quality make sure the media volume on the device Is set at 75 or greater External Rear Audio I nput 1 Press the MODE button until AUX is lit red in the display 2 To adjust the volume use the controls on the entertainment center The entertainment center will not control the device It just allows for the audio from the device to play through the entertainment center For optimum sound quality make sure the media volume on the device Is set at 75 or greater Note This func
4. 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev F www calspas com Cleaning and Maintenance 2 Winterizing Cold Climate Draining In many areas of the country the temperature drops below 32 F 0 C We recommend that you always have your spa full of water and running at normal spa temperatures 80 F to 100 F 26 7 C to 37 8 C This will help reduce the risk of freezing in your spa and your spa s equipment Warning If you find the need to drain your spa be aware of the potential of freezing in your spas equipment and plumbing Even if the directions below are followed perfectly there is no guarantee that your spa will not suffer freeze damage Freeze damage is not covered by your warranty 1 Remove the filter baskets and filters 6 Blow any remaining water out of the jets and equipment 2 Drain your spa completely as described in the area with the wet dry vacuum instructions above 7 When the spa has completely finished draining close the bleeder valves and re connect the unions on all i i th 3 Vacuum water from the spa s main drain and from the pumps Replace the filters and filter baskets jets with a wet dry vacuum 8 Cover your spa with a good spa cover and an all weather 4 Open the bleeder valves on the pumps tarp to ensure that neither rain nor snow enters the spa 5 Disconnect the unions from both sides of all pumps Cleaning and Replacing the Filter Filtration is one of the most important steps
5. are set to the same duration Then amp 7X If Filter Cycle 2 is enabled Filter 2 will appear in the LCD If Filter 2 is disabled Filter 1 Press will appear Note The default setting for filtration is two hours per day with one filtration cycle This will probably not be enough for your needs See page 28 for information about determining how much filtration your spa needs m S E Wa eds uno Suneado a _ ZEE GE Lt EZ xxx Jel pate IL ET FERL R lt i oo ARI FILTRI P shows start o Sets start Sets o Sets 15 minute time hour minutes increments E If you wait several seconds it will revert to original setting ie E ENN E FLTRI FLTRI ee Sets Filter 1 Selects part Sets 15 minute length in hours of an hour increments IIZI O READY RANGEFLTR1 w to set Note Waiting several seconds will lose any Main Screen new Filter 1 Start Time and Run Hours and revert to the previous Filter 1 settings Press Light button to o select Filter 2 If you wait several seconds it will revert to original setting apa ee ees READY RANGEFLTR1 w ocet Main Screen Lt I PZ CELTS NI rar w LL LN E SEN AN FITR 2 FITR 2 P SET IL 2 Ja De A 5 5 E M Li ER 2 Zap SET BET ww Shows start Sets start Sets Sets 15 minute on time hour minutes increments on to show RUN HRS
6. Jet valves may be partially or fully closed Open the jet valves Filter cartridge may be dirty Clean or replace the filter xipueddy Q Pump may have airlock Remove airlock by priming spa page 8 The suction fittings may be blocked Remove any debris that may be blocking them The filter skimmer may be blocked Remove the blockage Gate valves may be closed Open gate valves Note Never operate your spa with the gate valves closed Spa may be running in filtration mode Press JETS or JETS 1 button to turn on high speed pump Power may be switched off Turn the power back on The pump may be defective After you have tried all other troubleshooting contact your dealer for assistance Water level may be too low Add water to normal level There may be a problem with circuit board Contact your dealer The water level may be too low Fill the spa with water level at 4 to 6 inches from the top Filter cartridge may be dirty Clean or replace the filter Pump may have airlock Remove airlock by priming spa page 8 The suction fittings may be blocked Remove any debris that may be blocking the suction fittings Gate valves may be closed Open gate valves Note Never operate your spa with the gate valves closed Air may be leaking into the suction line Contact your dealer for assistance Debris may be inside the pump Contact your dealer for assistance Noise may be a sign of damage Contact your dealer for service
7. a 3 5mm audio output headphone jack or any Bluetooth capable device These instructions contain brief descriptions of commonly used features and functions For more in depth information on the Aquavibe MD 100 see the user s manual that was included in the docking station iPhone or iPod 1 Open the waterproof door and pull out the 30 pin connector Plug the connector into the Apple device Secure the Apple device with the mounting straps Close the waterproof door Press the MODE button until the iPod icon lights up a e S Use the controls on the locker door the operate the iPod functions The unit will automatically switch to the IPOD mode when the iPhone or iPod is initially connected to the 30 pin connector Note If your Apple device uses a lightning connector a lightning adapter will plug into the 30 pin connector and will allow you to operate the device normally Note If you use the USB cable that came with your Apple device and plug it into the Charge Only socket it will only charge the Apple device It will not control the device Bluetooth iPod AUX Power Volume MODE Mok AIS 3 5 mm Cable USB Cable ch 30 Pin i Connector ral s NOTE These connectors are NOT provided with the Aquavibe locker 3 5 mm audio cable USB cable for your phone or audio player sS J Using a Device with 3 5mm Audio Output 1 Open the waterproof door and plug a 3 5mm cable
8. an area that catches a soothing breeze during the day or a lovely sunset in the evening Keep Your Spa Clean In planning your spa s location consider a location where the path to and from the house can be kept clean and free of debris Prevent dirt and contaminants from being tracked into your spa by placing a foot mat at the spa s entrance where the bathers can clean their feet before entering your spa Allow for Service Access Make sure the spa Is positioned so that access to the equipment compartment and all side panels will not be blocked Many people choose to install a decorative structure around their spa If you are installing your spa with any type of structure on the outside such as a gazebo remember to allow access for service It is always best to design special installations so that the spa can still be moved or lifted off the ground Preparing a Good Foundation Your spa needs a solid and level foundation The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the spa with water and the occupants who use it If the foundation is inadequate it may shift or settle after the spa is in place causing stress that could DAMAGE YOUR SPA SHELL AND FINISH Damage caused by inadequate or improper foundation support is not covered by the warranty It is the responsibility of the spa owner to provide a proper foundation for the spa Place the spa on an elevated 3 to 4 30 cm concrete slab Pavers g
9. and Functions Navigating and programming the entire menu structure is done with 2 or 3 buttons on the control panel During normal operation the control panel will show the actual temperature of the water as the control panels above show There are eleven settings or menu items you can access in the control panel To access them in order start by pressing the Warm or Cool button once The Set Temperature will start to flash While the set temperature is still flashing press the Light button This will take you to the next menu item Each time you press the Light button it will take you to the next screen The figures below show the order the menu items appear Tap each menu item to go to the section that explains its function see Warm Cool Light Jets Warm Cool buttons are combined for two pump systems TP400 Control Panels For one pump systems systems NANAS ANSS SS TS EER Le a ie AN eed s Sat AAA 2015 Portable Spa _ LTR20151000 Rev F To go through all menus 1 Press the Temperature button 2 Ten presathe Light button Each time you press the Light button it will take you to the next menu item pee Main screen O READY RANGE FLTR1 Adjust the set temperature TL MLI Set temperature pho ranges Select heat mode Set time of day Flip invert display Lock the display restrict operati
10. be paired with the Digital Media Locker at any time Bluetooth mode will be activated once a Bluetooth device is linked Play the song from device and the sound will play through the Digital Media Locker e Press PLAY PAUSE to play or pause the song e Press FAST REWIND or FORWARD buttons to play previous next song file Track and volume can be controlled directly from your Bluetooth device remote control or door controls 3 Connecting via Auxiliary Input When you connect your device via the auxiliary input you play media directly to the audio input of the media locker The remote control can not control your device when it is connected through the auxiliary input You will need a 3 5 mm audio connector as shown below 1 Connect your MP3 device to the 3 5 mm jack input 2 Secure the device with the anchor straps 3 Close and lock the media locker s protective door 4 Press POWER on the remote control or the POWER button on the locker to turn it ON 5 Press MODE on the remote control to select AUX IN mode Only one auxiliary input 3 5 mm jack can be used at any one time 3 5 mm audio cable 220151000 Rev F Listening to FM Radio Press MODE on remote control to switch to FM radio mode If this is the first time you listen to FM radio the default frequency will be 87 5MHz as shown on the remote LCD To scan or seek FM radio channels press FAST REWIND or FAST FORWARD to seek another stat
11. chemicals using high intensity UV light Although the water sanitizer works automatically with your spa you will still need to test for chlorine or bromine and occasionally replenish it to return the sanitizer level to the baseline See page 25 For spas without a circulation pump pump 1 will run at low speed and the water sanitizer will run during filtration For spas with a circulation pump the water sanitizer will run with the circulation pump The spa s control system is factory programmed with one filter cycle that will run in the evening when energy rates are often lower The time and duration of the filter cycle can be set according to your needs In addition a second filter cycle can be enabled Filtration time may need to be increased with heavy bather load See instructions for setting filtration cycles on page 15 The water sanitizer is virtually maintenance free Once a year the UV light needs to be replaced See page 40 for instructions However the water sanitizer is not a user serviceable item and maintenance must be performed by a spa technician Have your service technician consult the manufacturer s instruction and service manual Ozonator The ozone generator releases ozone into the spa water You will still need to test for chlorine or bromine and occasionally replenish it to return the sanitizer level to the baseline See page 25 For spas without a circulation pump pump 1 will run at low speed and the ozonator will
12. daily filtration time to a minimum 1 Fill your spa with water to six inches below the lip of of eight hours per day See Changing the Default the spa Filtration Setting on page 28 for more information 2 Balance the water to the recommended water NOTE f using a 24 hour circulation pump a power chemistry levels setting of 6 or 7 is adequate Let your tub circulate for 24 hours and then test the bromine level You should have established a bromine bank of between 3 5 ppm Do not use your spa during Sodium bromide NOTE The bromine generator will only produce l bromine when the tub is circulating The lights or 3 After your water is balanced properly turn your jets power on the bromine generator controller will on high speed and add Tru Blu sodium bromine Use only appear during these times If using a 24 hour the table below to determine the appropriate amount circulation pump the unit will produce bromine 24 to use for your spa size The rule is to use about 1 2 hours a day pounds of Tru Blu per 100 gallons or 5 kg per 375 liters One bottle of Tru Blu is two pounds 9 NOTE The controller will have a or sign to the kg left of the power setting 1 10 and will reverse every l 4 6 minutes This is normal and indicates that the Note It is recommended to add less rather than electrode cell is reversing polarity during its self more sodium bromide to your water to ensure that cleansing process you do not overdose and exce
13. formula you will find that the weight of the water alone is 4 165 Ibs or 1892 kg Combined with the dry weight of the spa you will note that this spa will weigh approximately 5 000 Ibs or 2267 kg when full of water _12 30 cm minimum distance from edge Failure to comply with state and local codes may result in fire or personal injury and will be the sole responsibility of the spa owner The power supplied to the spa must be on a dedicated GFCI protected circuit as required by NEC 70 with no other appliances or lights sharing the power Use copper wire with THHN insulation Do not use aluminum wire Use the table below to determine your GFCI and wiring requirements Wire runs over 85 feet must increase wire gauge to the next lower number For example A normal 50 amp GFCI with four 6 AWG copper wires run over 85 feet would require you to go to four 4 AWG copper wires Al Zas www calspas com eds a qe 40g MAN ANO 40 Surredaig Wiring Requirement and GFCI Wiring Diagram Control System GFCI Required Wires Required BP501G1 one pump system One 40 amp GFCI Four 6 AWG copper wires BP501G1 two pump system BP501X One 50 amp GFCI Four 6 AWG copper wires BP20X House Breaker Box GFCI Breaker Box ON on ON OFF OFF OFF BLACK Hot WHITE RED HOT Neutral EN BLACK HOT WHITE Neutral WHITE BLACK RED EDE GREEN Ground Hot Hot LOAD NEUTRAL
14. jet Rotating the face of an adjustable jet to the right clockwise will increase the amount of water flow through the jet See example shown below Neck jets adjust in the opposite directions counter clockwise to increase clockwise to decrease eds uno 8uneisado Microsilk Therapy System The optional Microsilk feature is available with Connect and Escape spas only pn The Microsilk system generates microbubbles that are 50 to 100 times smaller than ordinary air bubbles The microbubbles are oxygen rich and help hydrate your skin Aux Press the Aux button to start the Microsilk pump When the spa water becomes saturated with the microbubbles it will turn white to create an ideal Microsilk environment The Microsilk pump will run for 15 minutes or until you press Aux to turn it off When the pump cycle finishes you can press Aux to start the Microsilk pump again LED Perimeter Lighting Press the LIGHT button on the topside control panel to turn 2 Flashing white When you have cycled through all the spa light on If your spa has perimeter LED lights they the colors the next time you push the LIGHT button will also light up at the same time as the spa light the LED lights will flash white The perimeter lights operate in three modes 3 Fading cycle The next time you push the LIGHT button the lights will gradually fade from one color to 1 Cycle The first time you press the LIGHT button the the next in the o
15. lamp 1 Disconnect power 2 Turn water off and open down stream of system to relieve pressure 3 Cut the tie wrap that attaches the UV lamp chamber to the spa frame 4 Remove the water proof strainer 1 and unscrew the aluminum nut 2 5 Pull out the lamp 4 approximately 2 from the chamber 7 6 While holding the lamp end remove the lamp socket 3 from the end now exposed 7 Remove the lamp from the chamber When replacement UV lamp has been installed conduct a 8 Remove the O ring 5 from the end of the quartz final leak check thimble 6 1 Restore power to the spa at the GFCI 9 Remove the quartz thimble 2 Turn on the pump and let water run for five minutes to To reinstall the replacement UV lamp follow these steps check for leaks in reverse Cl Dhns 2015 Portable Spa 151000 Rev F www calspas com Using the Digital Media Locker F The digital media locker is fully integrated with your Cal Spa It will accommodate any digital device such as iPhones smart phones and MP3 players that is USB or Bluetooth capable The docking station comes with its own owner s manual It describes parts included installation and proper use Owners of this system must read the manufacturer s instructions prior to operating this unit The instructions are shipped inside the docking station behind the remote control The instructions contained in this manual describe only basic functions See the m
16. or a circulation pump If the heater pump is a 2 Speed Pump 1 READY Mode will circulate water every 1 2 hour using Pump 1 Low in order to maintain a constant water temperature heat as needed and refresh the temperature display This is known as polling Then Press REST Mode REST Mode will only allow heating during programmed filter cycles Since polling does not occur the temperature display may not show a current temperature until the heater pump has been running for a minute or two Toggle between Ready in Rest Mode READ GNOES Ae EEEN READY REST appears in the display if the spa is in Rest Mode and Jet 1 is pressed When the spa is being used it will heat to set temperature While Pump 1 High can be turned on and off Pump 1 Low will run until set temperature is reached or 1 hour has passed After 1 hour the system will revert to Rest Mode This mode can also be reset by entering the Mode Menu and changing the Mode MAVI O SET READY J Ti Ll Press Jets 1 Main Screen Freeze Protection If you live in an area that experiences extreme freezing weather you need to know how to how to set your spa to prevent freeze damage Some spa owners choose to drain and winterize their spas but others prefer to keep it filled and operating If you don t want to drain your spa you can continue to run it safely through the winter providing you program it correctly When you expect the tempe
17. oss SLE Bottom View of GFCI Preparing for Your New Portable Spa gt One 220V circuit breaker One GFCI Four wires Red hot Black hot White neutral BLACK Load Hot Green ground WHITE Load Neutral RED Load Hot Front View of GFCI Spa Control Box BP501G1 and BP501X control boxes BP20X control box NEUTRAL GROUND TERMINAL BLOCK ATTACHED GROUND TERMINAL BLOCK ATTACHED TO OUTSIDE OF SYSTEM BOX TO OUTSIDE OF SYSTEM BOX see the Cal Spas Pre Delivery Guide for more information on spa placement for service access and electrical service www calspas com manuals MM Dias 2015 Portable Spa www calspas com LTR20151000 Rev F 120 Volt Electrical I nstallation Always follow applicable local state and federal codes Testing the GFCI plug Indicator light and guidelines Test the GFCI plug prior to pecet button Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 15 amp first use and periodically when the spa is powered breaker Test button 1 Plug in the GFCI into the power outlet The indicator should turn on Cord and plug connections may not use a cord longer than 15 feet 4 6 m and must be plugged into a dedicated 15 amp GFCI connection NEC 680 42 A 2 Do not use extension cords 2 Press the TEST button The GFCI will trip the Always use a weatherproof covered receptacle indicator will turn off Recep
18. pH Minus pH sodium bicarbonate baking soda Subtractor Dry Acid sodium carbonate Alkalinity increaser sodium carbonate Alkalinity Increaser Alkaline Up sodium bicarbonate baking soda Alkalinity decreaser sodium bisulfate Alkalinity Decreaser Alkaline Down Calcium increaser calcium chloride Calcium Increaser Calcium Up Calcium Plus Hardness Increaser Calcium decreaser N A To decrease calcium hardness drain several gallons of water from the spa and refill using a mixtureof 75 hard water and 25 soft water or use a stain and scale inhibitor Cl Dias www calspas com Water Clarity 3 Common name Usual chemical name Common brand names Chlorine sodium dichlor Both chlorine and bromine are available Bromine sodium bromide under numerous brand names monopersulphate MPS Shock Oxy Spa SeaKlear sodium dichlor Dichlor Shock Note Dichlor chlorine is both a sanitizer and a shock Monopersulphate MPS when used as a shock can be purchased alone as non chlorinated shock or combined with dichlor which makes it significantly more effective than MPS alone Other chemical additives Common name Usual chemical name Common brand names Stain and scale inhibitor These are usually proprietary Metal Stain Gone Scale Inhibitor Stain and chemical formulations and can not Scale Preventer Stain and Scale Defense Foam inhibitor oe as a single generic Foam Gone Foam Down Defoamer Clarifier Water Brite Spa Brigh
19. water will be moving Preparing for Your New Portable Spa Starting Up Priming Mode After the initial start up sequence the spa will enter Priming Mode 4 which lasts 4 to 5 minutes The message shown right will appear a A Nn A a As soon as the Priming Mode screen appears on the panel press the Jets or Jets 1 button once to start Pump 1 in low speed and then again to switch to high speed Also select the other pumps to turn them on The pumps should be running in high speed to facilitate priming If the pumps have not primed after two minutes and water is not flowing from the jets in the spa do not allow the pumps to continue to run Turn off the pumps and repeat the process Note Turning the power off and back on again will initiate a new pump priming session Exiting Priming Mode You can manually exit Priming Mode by pressing an Up or Down button Note that if you do not manually exit the priming mode as described above the priming mode will be automatically terminated after 4 to 5 minutes Be sure that the pumps have been primed by this time Bleeding Air from the Pump rab LAN EIT Ld EN EN Sometimes momentarily turning the pump off and on will help it to prime Do not do this more than five times If the pumps will not prime shut off the power to the spa and call for service Important A pump should not be allowed to run without priming for more than two minutes Under NO cir
20. 2015 Owner s Manual United States and Canada Gen I Patio Connect Escape Special Edition LUXURY RESORT LIVING FOR EVERYONE F D 2015 LMS M www calspas com SEE Wies LTR20151000 Rev F 10 19 15 Important Safety I nstructions 1 Generic Names for Chemicals 29 Preparing for Your New Portable Spa 2 Common Water Chemistry Questions 30 f i Dos and Don ts 00 cece 31 ig PANAY ec ee k Bather Load ss sns ante tendens 32 DS eee oon Pure Cure Water Sanitizer 32 Erepanind s one reungauen OO si Ozonator wi ican nennen nk ennn De 32 ean Volt Siene Installation tan 3 Troubleshooting Water Clarity Problems 33 NOSE Ana Ore PEI Diagrams Bromine Generator senn ene 34 120 Volt Electrical Installation 5 i i Testing the 240 Volt GFCI Breaker 5 Cleaning and Maintenance 36 Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa 5 Removing and Reseating the Pillows 36 Priming the Pump reve en 8 Jet Removal and Replacement 29 Operating Your Spa 9 Draining Your Portable Spa 37 Winterizing Cold Climate Draining 38 TP400 and TP600 Control Panel Operation 9 i B Cleaning and Replacing the Filter 38 Ca SPAS OE TUD MATLA RDE ie naa Spa COVER inenen tene eee 39 a ee DE an Vacation Carens nanseuusme dee ee tee 39 Ee denna OND eos den dns a Cleaning Your Spa ss ssennenn en 3
21. 9 Microsilk Therapy System 21 Changing the UV Lamp aosa 40 Diverter Knobs ssenen nnen 22 e Waterfalls ccc cece eee e ee ee nea 22 SING ENE DINER NADEREN aaa E Air Venturis eenen 22 Aquatic AV AQ DM SUBT Hydro Streamer Waterfall 22 Aquavibe MD 100 sssrssonrse j i Water Clarity 2 000 eee ee 23 Bele Ene et Socom OUR ON Manas aera a Water Quality Terms and Definitions 23 ADPENGU ii redu AG Water Testing Methods 24 Replacement Parts s v Adding Chemicals To The Spa Water 25 Basic Troubleshooting 54 1 Balancing the Water Chemistry Levels 25 Limited Warranty senen en 57 2 Sanitation and Shock 27 Warranty Registration ae 3 PATION nnn oes owed wee nanana 28 4 Regularity Maintenance Schedule 29 Copyright 2014 2015 LMS All rights reserved Duplication without written CONTACT INFORMATION consent Is strictly prohibited For customer service please contact your Cal Spas Pure Cure and Freedom Sound System are registered authorized dealer immediately If you need trademarks additional information and or assistance contact Due to continuous improvement programs all models operation and or LMS Customer Service Department specifications are subject to change without prior notice 1462 East Ninth Street LTR20151000 Re
22. Add sanitizer Adjust pH to recommended range Chlorine Odor Chloramine level too high Low pH Shock spa with sanitizer Adjust pH to recommended range Musty Odor Organic buildup scum ring around spa Bacteria or algae growth Buildup of oils and dirt 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 Algae Growth Eye Irritation High pH Low sanitizer level Low pH Low sanitizer level 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 Skin I rritation Rash Unsanitary water Free chlorine level above 5 ppm Shock spa with sanitizer and maintain sanitizer level Allow free chlorine level to drop below 5 ppm before spa use Stains Total alkalinity and or pH too low High iron or copper in source water Adjust total alkalinity and or pH Use a stain and scale inhibitor 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev f High calcium content in water total alkalinity and pH too high Adjust total alkalinity and pH if scale requires removal drain the spa scrub off the scale refill the Spa and balance the water Use a Stain and scale inhibitor Al Zas www calspas com Brom
23. At this point if you use bromine it is not yet activated and it will not sanitize the water You need to shock oxidize the spa water Depending on the size of your spa add one to two ounces of shock You can use any kind of shock you want 5 Test the water again When the water is balanced your spa is ready to use Note If you choose to use bromine we do not recommend using a floater You have more control over the bromine level by adding bromine as needed For more discussion in this see page 30 Common Water Chemistry Questions Al Zas www calspas com LIS ASJeM Water Clarity 2 Shocking the Water In addition to using a chemical sanitizer you will periodically If irritating chloramines are present shocking also converts need to shock the water Shocking helps refresh the water them back to active chlorine If you use bromine sanitizer by breaking down organic waste contaminants which shocking activates the bromide ion which by itself has no cause odor and cloudy water After treatment water disinfecting capability which becomes hypobromous acid in quality and clarity is often completely restored water a good sanitizer The two types of shock are sodium dichlor and potassium Add one ounce of oxidizer shock once a week after monopersulfate MPS You can use either type of shock heavy bather loads or if water has a strong odor regardless of which sanitizer you use Even if you use bromine you can use a c
24. LIEIE ry ES aie Il pa Sets Filter 2 Selects part Sets 15 minute en length in hours of an hour increments Main Screen Note Waiting several seconds will lose any new Filter 2 On Off Start Time and Run Hours and revert to the previous Filter 2 settings 2015 Portable Spa Al Sins LTR20151 000 REV F www calspas com Operating Your Spa 5 Setting Preferences an Press G gt Once ILIE E I JALI Utilities Toggle 12 hour clock and 24 hour clock This allows you to set the following preferences for system operation Change the temperature between Fahrenheit and Celsius Change the clock between 12 hour and 24 hour display Turn periodic reminders like CLEAN FILTER on or off ILIE INL Toggle Yes and No to set This menu feature is for system information only and is used mainly for repair and troubleshooting Other Spa Systems Several spa functions operate in the background and require no action or maintenance from you This is for your information only Pumps Press the Jets 1 button once to turn pump 1 on or off and to shift between low and high speeds if equipped If left running the pump will turn off after a time out period The pump 1 low speed will time out after 30 minutes The high speed will time out after 15 minutes On non circ systems the low speed of pump 1 runs when the blower or any other pump is on If the spa is in Rea
25. LU29540 111 500 SQ5R 5 rotational jet Halo w graphite gray eyeball PLU29550 081 500 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev F Please visit www quickspaparts com to order your replacement parts Snap in SOR Jet Inserts Snap in SOR Jet Inserts Used by Used by SQ5M 5 massage jet TLT tornado whirlpool jet xipueddy 8 Stainless steel w black center E700 amp E800 Stainless steel w black eyeball PLU29553 042 200 PLU29553 502 200 SQ5D 5 directional jet MM 7 ultra blaster Stainless steel w black eyeball E700 amp E800 Stainless steel w black center Escape PLU29553 012 200 PLU23570 142 400 If you need jet bodies go to www quickspaparts com or refer to the Cal Spa Replacement Parts Catalog which can be downloaded from www calspas com replacement parts 2015 Portable Spa _ Al Dias LTR20151000 Rev F www calspas com Appendix Water Diverter Valves Diverter Valve 2 with Swoosh Logo Black CS6003038 1 PLU21300461 Diverter Valve 1 with Swoosh logo Black CS6004231 PLU21300451 Diverter Valve 11 2 On Off ASSY 600 4601 PLU21100045 2 Black Diverter Valve MS Cap Textured Handle 11 4097BK 14 PLU21300464 Air Control Valve Air Control with Swoosh Logo Black CS6603508 1 PLU21300501 1 Black Air Control Valve with Blower Assist MS Cap Textured Handle 13908 BK 14 PLU21300503 Drain Super Hi Flo Suction 212 Black 640 3581LGV
26. Once lock the set temperature or the control panel Locking the temperature allows J ets and other features to be used but the Set Temperature and other programmed settings cannot be adjusted Locking the panel prevents the controller from being used but all automatic functions are still active TO LOCK SET TEMPERATURE TAL LIL Main screen n READY RANGE FLTR You can toggle between ON and OFF using the Warm and Cool buttons has been locked The set temperature Press Light button to lock control panel TO LOCK THE CONTROL PANEL I tal gt LIEP Main screen You can toggle between ON and OFF using the Warm and Cool buttons The control panel has been locked Unlocking the control While pressing and holding the WARM Button press the LIGHT button twice and hold twice Main screen Hold Mode an Hold Mode is used to disable the pumps during service functions like cleaning or replacing Press GG Once _ the filter See page 28 for instruction on cleaning the filter B Hold Mode will last for 1 hour unless the mode is exited manually Then gt 6X Press TA ror ita TAAL Timer es count down for 60 minutes w Main Screen Dp 2015 Portable Spa www calspas com 151000 Rev F Adjusting Filtration Main Filtration we Press GG Once Filter cycles are set using a duration Each setting can be adjusted in 15 minute increments Filter Cycle 1 and Filter Cycle 2 if enabled
27. Pillows You can remove the pillows for cleaning F and maintenance quickly and easily This Hold lower edge En method works for all types of pillows Grab the lower edge of the pillow with both hands firmly and pull up As you do this the pillow inserts will pop out of the holes Reseat the pillows by aligning the pillow inserts with the holes and striking the pillow hard enough to insert the pegs back into the holes nas Ps IN 4 Align inserts e N Ta e P m te a With holes _ r _ a i 2 A Pies ar RAe POKE Y e a P ray fal Pl mw Ek snaplinvinsert A Jet Removal and Replacement Jets can be easily removed for cleaning Screw in jet removal Grasp the outer rim of the jet and turn it counter clockwise The jet will unscrew from the fitting until it is free To replace the jet place it in the fitting and turn it clockwise until it is snug in place and it can be rotated freely about half a turn Do not overtighten the jet Snap in SQR jet removal Grasp the outer rim of the jet and turn it counter clockwise until it completely stops You may feel it slightly loosen pop out a bit from the fixture Pull the jet out from the jet fixture The jet will be very snug and may require some force to remove it DO NOT PRY OUT JETS To replace any jet place it in the fitting and turn it clockwise until it snaps in and can be rotated freely about half a turn Do not overtight
28. ado Adjustable Escape PLUCS2295201SL SQ2N 2 neck jet Stainless steel w black center E700 amp E800 PLU29523 642 200 fe ft SQ2D 2 euro jet directional Halo w graphite gray eyeball PLU29520 011 500 If you need jet bodies go to www quickspaparts com or refer to the Cal Spa Replacement Parts Catalog which can be downloaded from www calspas com replacement parts 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev F www calspas com Appendix Snap in SOR Jet Inserts Used by SQ2R 2 rotating jet Stainless steel w black rotors E700 amp E800 PLU29523 022 100 SQ3 3 directional jet Stainless steel w black eyeball PLU29533 112 200 Genesis E700 amp E800 elke SQ3D 3 directional mini jet Halo w graphite eyeball PLU29530 111 500 SQ3M halo 3 mini massage jet Halo w graphite center PLU29530 141 500 If you need jet bodies go to www quickspaparts com or refer to the Cal Spa Replacement Parts Catalog which can be downloaded from www calspas com replacement parts Al Dias www calspas com Please visit www quickspaparts com to order your replacement parts Snap in SOR Jet Inserts Used by SQ3M smooth 3 mini massage jet Stainless steel w black center E700 amp E800 PLU29533 142 200 an SQ3R 3 twin mini rotational jet Stainless steel w black eyeball E700 amp E800 PLU29533 132 200 WL SQ4D 4 directional maxi flow jet Halo w graphite gray eyeball P
29. anufacturer s operating instructions for other features and functions Although the media locker features a locking door with seals it is water resistant and NOT waterproof You must take every precaution to keep the interior of the media locker dry e Make sure that hands are dry before coming in contact with the media locker e Always CLOSE AND LOCK the protective door Water damage caused by negligence or improper use is not covered under warranty Note The digital media locker comes with a remote control and does NOT INCLUDE an MP3 player such as an iPod If you have trouble pairing the devices e Re read the instructions and follow them carefully You may have missed an important detail Make sure the red power light inside the docking bay is OFF before you begin PRESS and HOLD the Mode button on the remote until it reads PAIR Do not release the Mode button Do not press the Power button inside the docking station until the remote reads PAIR Press and hold the Power button for NO MORE than five seconds Otherwise the devices will not pair i Aquatic AV AQ DM 5UBT Synchronizing Pairing the Remote Control with the Media Locker Before you can use the remote control with the docking station they need to be synchronized or paired Follow the simple instructions below Before you begin make sure the docking bay Q is OFF If the red Power light inside the dock ing bay is on press it once to
30. ate or under brominate as the rate of erosion varies greatly Damage to the spa and cover can occur very quickly e DON T use a sanitizer which is not designed for spas e DON T use household bleach liquid sodium hypochlorite e DON T broadcast or sprinkle the chemicals onto the water surface This method may cause chemically induced spa surface blistering chemical abuse Al Zas www calspas com LIS A9JeM Water Clarity Bather Load Bather Load is the term used to describe the number of people using a spa combined with the length of usage and the frequency of usage All these factors have a great effect on the spa water The higher the bather load the more chemicals need to be added and a longer filtration time will be needed Recommendations are designed for spas with average bather load 3 to 4 people 15 minutes of usage three times a week at 100 degrees If your bather load exceeds these guidelines and you experience water quality problems increase the amount of filtration first go to the next higher filtration number then if water quality is still not adequate consult the advice of your Cal Spas dealer for additional chemical or system recommendations Be sure to give them your bather load information Pure Cure Water Sanitizer The Pure Cure water sanitizer is an optional water purification system installed at the factory It eradicates germs in the water that are resistant to chlorine based
31. ayed Too Cold Freeze Protection A potential freeze condition has been detected and all pumps and blower are activated All pumps and blower are ON for at least 4 minutes after the potential freeze condition has ended In some cases pumps may turn on and off and the heater may operate during Freeze Protection Water is Too Hot One of the water temp sensors has detected Spa water temp 110 F 43 3 C and spa functions are disabled Safety Trip Pump Suction Blockage The Safety Trip error message indicates that the vacuum switch has closed This occurs when there has been a suction problem or a possible entrapment situation avoided Note not all spas have this feature Heater Flow Is Reduced There may not be enough water flow through the heater to carry the heat away from the heating element Heater Flow is Reduced There is not enough water flow through the heater to carry the heat away from the heating element and the heater has been disabled Heater May Be Dry Possible dry heater or not enough water in the heater to start it The spa is shut down for 15 min Heater Is Dry There is not enough water in the heater to Start it The spa is shut down Priming Mode lasts 4 minutes but you can exit it earlier by pressing any Temp button The heater is not allowed to run during Priming Mode NOTE If your spa has a Circ Pump it will turn on with Jets 1 in Priming Mode The Circ Pump will run by itself
32. ch you use and how often depend on frequency and intensity of use Spa owners with an ozonator also need to add sanitizer although their requirements are different 4 Regularity See page 29 for the schedule of recommended maintenance Clear water requires regular maintenance Establish a routine based on a regular schedule for your spa water maintenance Maintaining your water quality helps the enjoyment of your spa and extends your spa s life by preventing damage from neglect and chemical abuse Water Quality Terms and Definitions The following chemical terms are used in this section Understanding their meaning will help you to better understand clear water maintenance Words in bold type are defined in this table Bromine is an efficient sanitizer chemical for spas When used as a sanitizer bromine forms compounds called bromamines Bromine can be added to the spa or automatically generated See Bromamines are are compounds formed when bromine combines with nitrogen from body oils perspiration etc Unlike chloramines bromamines have no pungent odor and are effective Chlorine is an efficient sanitizing chemical for spas We recommend using sodium dichlor type Bromine Bromamines page 28 for discussion on sanitizers sanitizers Chlorine Chloramines granulated chlorine because it is totally soluble and nearly pH neutral When used as a sanitizer chlorine forms compounds called chloramines See page 28
33. cumstances should a pump be allowed to run without priming beyond the end of the 4 to 5 minute priming mode Doing so may cause damage to the pump and cause the system to energize the heater and go into an overheat condition Once the system has exited Priming Mode the top side panel will momentarily display the set temperature but the display will not show the temperature yet This is because the system requires approximately one minute of water flowing through the heater to determine the water temperature and display it If you have tried priming the pump several times unsuccessfully using the control panel you can bleed the air from the pump manually 1 Shut off the power to the spa 2 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the front panel from the spa and locate the pump 3 Close the gate valve on the discharge side of the pump if your spa is installed with one 4 Turn the bleeder valve counter clockwise with a small pair of pliers until the air has been released from the pump 5 If this is unsuccessful loosen the union nut on side of the pump with channel locks When air is bled out tighten the nut 6 Turn on power to the spa and press the JETS button If there is still air trapped in the pump repeat steps 2 through 5 until the pump primes Bleeder Valve 2015 Portable Spa Ml Dias www calspas com LTR20151000 Rev F Operating Your Spa TP400 and TP600 Control Panel Operation Primary Navigation
34. dd an ounce of oxidizer after heavy bather loads See page 28 on shocking the water Once a week Check the filter well and inside the filter pipe for leaves and foreign matter Test the spa water Adjust chemical levels as necessary Shock the water by adding 2 teaspoon of sodium per 250 gallons or 3 teaspoons of MPS per 250 gallons If your water source is high in calcium add stain and scale preventer Every two to four weeks Deep clean your spa s filter see page 38 How often you clean your filter depends on how much you use your spa There is no harm in frequently cleaning your filter and will only help your spa s efficiency LIS ASJeM 2 Every two to four months Change the spa water How often you change the water depends on how much you use the spa When you change the water you will need to Clean and polish the acrylic surface See page 39 Clean and treat the spa cover and pillows see page 39 Deep clean the filter see page 28 Refill your spa see page 5 Each time you refill the spa Follow the section Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa on page 5 Once a year Replace filter cartridges if the pleats appear frayed see page 38 If you use the Cal Pure UV water sanitizer you will need to replace the UV lamp see page 40 for UV lamp maintenance Generic Names for Chemicals Water Chemistry pH Up sodium hydroxide pH Increaser pH Up pH Plus pH Booster pH Down sodium bisulfate pH Decreaser pH Down
35. dy Mode Pump 1 low may also activate for at least 1 minute every 30 minutes to detect the spa temperature polling and then to heat to the set temperature if needed When the low speed turns on automatically it cannot be deactivated from the panel however the high speed may be started Al Zas www calspas com Circulation Pump The circulation pump will come on when the system is checking temperature polling during filter cycles during freeze conditions or when another pump is on The ozonator will run with the circulation pump during filtration cycles Purge Cycles In order to maintain sanitary conditions secondary Pumps and or a Blower will purge water from their respective plumbing by running briefly at the beginning of each filter cycle 2015 Portable Spa 151000 Rev F Diagnostic Messages RUN PMPS PURG AIR ae eee 42F TOO COLD WATR TOO HOT SFTY TRIP HTR FLOW LOSS HTR FLOW FAIL HTR MAY BE DR WAIT HTR DRY Priming Mode Each time the spa is powered up it will enter Priming Mode The purpose of Priming Mode is to allow the user to run each pump and manually verify that the pumps are primed air is purged and water is flowing This typically requires observing the output of each pump separately and is generally not possible in normal operation Water Temperature Is Unknown After the pump has been running for 1 minute the temperature will be displ
36. e home screen On the Settings screen select Advanced then on the Advanced screen select Wi fi Settings On the Wi fi screen select WPA Then select the name of your home router from the drop down menu Enter the SSID and Key for your router the tap Save and select OK twice Close the app and re start it to connect to your home network G9 NI E P aN Through a network with internet access using G Cloud connection or other hotspot connection Internet Allows unlimited simultaneous connections G or 4G C d 3 Range Worldwide SS Range limit Limited to 3G 4G hotspot DEN n availability u Q SS HOW TO CONNECT TO IT GP Ee Follow connection instructions from section 2 above The Cloud icon appears automatically when network connection is made You can then connect to the Local hotspot spa s wi fi module lee Phone or Your home Internet cloud Local wi fi other network connection connection device router For More I nformation If you have any trouble connecting you can find more in depth instructions at the Balboa Water Group web site at www balboawatergroup com bwa and download the PDF document Setting Up Your WiFi There are also installation and setup videos at www youtube com user balboawatergroup jets Almost all of the jets in your spa are adjustable Rotating the face of an adjustable jet to the left counter clockwise will decrease the amount of water flow through the
37. ed the correct dosage For example if you have a 450 gallon spa treat it like 5 Turn the dial down to an appropriate setting based on a 400 gallon spa and use 2 bottles of Tru Blu Allow the jets to run for 15 minutes on high speed to dissolve the Tru Blu how often you use your spa A spa with a higher than average bather load will require a higher setting This simply means that the bromine generator needs to produce more bromine to maintain a level between 3 and 5 ppm The average power setting for the device Spa Capacity Amount of Tru Blu Gallons Liters Pounds Grams No of bottles is between 6 8 300 1135 3 2720 1 bottles 400 1515 4 3620 500 1890 5 4530 2 bottles Al Zas www calspas com Maintaining The Bromine Level It is important to always keep your spa or hot tub water in balance Maintaining the pH and the alkalinity is part of being a spa owner The bromine generator requires you to determine your power setting based upon your circulation time and your spa usage It requires a minimum of eight hours of circulation per day If the spa is not circulating the bromine generator is not generating bromine If you find that you are having trouble maintaining the desired level make sure the spa Is circulating the required amount A spa that is frequently used will require a higher power setting then a spa that is less frequently used If you have a bromine reading that is too high or too lo
38. ed with common automotive vinyl protectants Warning Do not use automotive vinyl protectants on spa covers or pillows These products are generally oil based and will cause severe water clarity issues that are difficult to correct Spa Shell 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev Each time you drain your spa before you refill it you should clean your spa shell with an all purpose cleaner and apply a coat of surface protectant Use a low detergent non abrasive cleaner specifically formulated to clean the spa without damaging its acrylic finish Use a non oil based surface protectant that is specifically formulated to protect the spa s finish from the chemicals and minerals associated with normal spa use Al Zas www calspas com odueusgurew pue Sulueal gt D 2 Cleaning and Maintenance 8 Changing the UV Lamp CAUTION Always turn off power to the spa at the GFCI prior to any maintenance Note Periodically you should the check the light on the transformer for the UV light system The transformer is mounted in the spa equipment area close to the system control box When it is operating normally the light will be green When it requires maintenance it will be red This usually happens when the UV lamp needs replacing 1 Waterproof strainer 2 aluminum mut 3 Lamp socket and ead wire Germicidal UV emp 5 Rubber O ring 7 chamber See page 55 for part numbers for replacement parts To remove the UV
39. en the jet Alias 5 Portable Spa www calspas com LIF 1000 Rev F Draining Your Portable Spa Your spa should be drained every four to six months for cleaning and maintenance and refilled with fresh tap water See page 39 for instructions on cleaning the shell cover and pillows See page 5 for instructions on refilling your spa Before you begin turn off power to the spa at the breaker and remove all filters 1 Locate your drain For spas with drain inside the spa For spas with cabinet mounted drain Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the screws to the Pull the knob out of the cabinet The cabinet drain is access panel and open it Locate hose ending with the screwed into the drain pull knob inch hose bib fixture as shown below 9IUeUSZUIEW pue SUIUVIID Q 2 Remove the cap Make sure the valve is in the closed position then unscrew and remove the cap Unscrew the cap For spas with drain inside the spa For spas with cabinet mounted drains Make sure valve is closed before unscrewing the cap Closed 3 Connect valve to a garden hose Attach a garden hose to the hose bib fixture Place the other end of the garden hose where you would like the water to ad Attach hose and drain PR open valve 4 Drain the spa Turn the valve on the hose bib fixture to open the drain When the spa has drained completely turn the valve on the hose bib fixture remove garden hose and replace the cap
40. er your replacement parts Note All Cal Soa models use a combination of screw in and snap in jet inserts where removable jets are used Appendix Screw in Jet Inserts Screw in Jet Inserts Used by Used by ELE 2 Euro No Eyeball Connect MM 3 Mini Storm Massage Connect PLUCS2295021SL Escape PLUCS2297061SL 8 Escape ED 2 Euro Directional Connect PLUCS2295051SL Escape MFD 3 5 Maxi Flow Directional PLUCS2295091SL MED 3 XL Cluster Storm Directional Connect Escape PLUCS2295031SL PSD 5 Power Storm Escape PLUCS2295131SL mfd 3 Micro Flow Directional Connect PLUCS2295061SL Escape If you need jet bodies go to www quickspaparts com or refer to the Cal Spa Replacement Parts Catalog which can be downloaded from www calspas com replacement parts ADs 2015 Portable Spa www calspas com LTR20151000 Rev F Please visit www quickspaparts com to order your replacement parts Screw in J et Inserts Snap in SQR J et I nserts PSR 5 Power Storm Riffed Connect SQ2 2 directional jet PLUCS2295141SL Escape Stainless steel w black eyeball PLU29523 012 200 Genesis E700 amp E800 xipueddy 2 SQN halo 2 directional neck jet Used by 100 shut off Connect Escape Halo with gray eyeball Platinum PST 5 Power Storm Wagon Wheel Connect PLU29923 114 000 Fitness PLUCS2295191SL Escape SQN halo 2 neck jet 100 shut off Halo w graphite gray center PLU29520 611 500 T 5 Torn
41. es Shock Also called shocking the water shock treatment or superchlorination Shocking the water is adding significant doses of dichlor or MPS to oxidize non filterable organic waste and to remove chloramines and bromamines Shock treatment breaks down organic waste contaminants which cause odor and cloudy water See page 28 for discussion of shocking the water Total Alkalinity Abbreviated as TA Total alkalinity is the measure of the total levels of carbonates bicarbonates hydroxides and other alkaline substances in the water TA is important for pH control If the TA is too low the pH will fluctuate out of control and if it is too high the pH becomes difficult to Stabilize See page 27 for testing for and balancing total alkalinity Trichlor Used as a pool sanitizer NEVER use trichlor in a spa Trichlor is extremely acidic and will lower the pH causing corrsion to equipment Using trichlor will void your warranty Water Testing Methods There are two testing methods to choose from Test strips are a convenient testing method www calspas com The reagent test kit is a method which provides a high level of accuracy but is more expensive and more difficult to use commonly used by spa owners Adding Chemicals To The Spa Water IMPORTANT All spa water chemicals including MPS shock chlorine granulated pH increaser or decreaser granulated total alkalinity increaser calcium hardness increaser li
42. esentative determines that the spa has been subjected to alteration neglect misuse or abuse or freight damage caused by the common carrier any repairs have been attempted by anyone other than a designated representative the failure is caused by accident acts of God or other causes beyond the control of the Manufacturer neglect misuse and abuse include any installation operation or maintenance of the spa other than in accordance with the instructions contained in the owner s manual provided with the spa including but not limited to the failure to maintain proper water chemistry and chemical balance and the use of abrasive or improper cleaners or non genuine parts and accessories This Limited Warranty does not provide coverage for any item attached to or installed on the spa after the date of manufacture or for gaining access to any component for repair or replacement Spa units in commercial use are excluded from any coverage whatsoever The spa owner accepts liability for repair work performed by anyone other than the Manufacturer or a designated Cal Spa representative Warranty Registration Registering your new Cal Spas product is quick and easy It is important that you register your Cal Spas product as soon as possible By taking just a few quick minutes to register you can enjoy product alerts more efficient support and quicker service Go to www calspas com warranty Fill in your information and click Send Warranty Inf
43. filter canister so that it can float when the spa is filled If you do not remove the cap and barrel your spa s filtration system will not perform as it was designed to Teleweir filter skimmer e 50 square feet filtration e Spoked cap After you remove the filter remove the plastic wrapper and soak it in water for 30 minutes before you replace it A dry filter can allow air into the filtration system which can cause the pump to fail to prime Fill the spa until water level is about six inches from the top If the water level is too low or too high your spa will not operate properly Water level About six inches from the top Never fill your spa with soft water Soft water makes it impossible to maintain the proper water chemistry and may cause the water to foam which will ultimately harm the finish of the spa and void your warranty Al Zas www calspas com 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev F 4 Turn on power to the spa When the spa is filled to the correct level turn on the power at the GFCI breaker Ensure that the 120V spas are connected to the proper electrical outlet Your spa will perform a self diagnostic check and go into Priming Mode The control panel will display either RUN PUMPS PURG AIR or Priming Mode depending on which control panel you have Do the following Press the JETS or JETS 1 button once to start the pump in low speed a Press it again to switch t
44. foam Covers gt All spa covers are designed with a tapered height angling downward from the center to the sides to drive off rain and F gt Standard Deluxe Q 4 2 5 K 3 24 1 5 Lb foam 2 0 Lb foam T Standard T Deluxe ii 1 5 Ib foam 25 id 2 Ib foam 3 54 x 78 Fits soa models GII 516L Z 524L 64 x 84 Fits spa model Z 536L 72 x 72 triangle Fits soa models GIl 616T Z 628T 78 x 84 Fits soa models Z 630L Z 630B Z 630L S Z 630L VP S 78 round Fits soa model GII 511R 87 x 87 Fits soa model E 700DL 93 x 130 Fits soa model E947E 84 x 84 7 foot spas Fits spa models GIl 716L GII 716B Z 731L Z 731B N 741B S N 741L S N 741B VP S N 741L VP S C 737B C 737L C 751L C 751B C 751L S C 751B S 93 x 93 8 foot spas Fits soa models C 836L C 836B E 864B E 864L E 864B S E 864L S SE 858B S SE 858L S Gray Gray Slate Slate Standard Deluxe Standard Deluxe COV8484553G CC COV8484D53G CC C 850L C 850B E 800L E 862 S COV9393553G CC COV9393D53G CC Gray Slate Standard Standard COV5478S53G CC COV5478S53S WN COV6484S53G CC COV6484S53S WN COV7272TRS53G CC COV7272TRS53R WW COV7884S53G CC COV7884S53S WN COV78RDS53G CC COV78RDS53S WN COV8484553S WN COV8484D53S WN COV9393D53S WN COV9393D53R WW Al Zas www calspas com Symptom Problems
45. for discussion on sanitizers Chloramines are compounds formed when chlorine combines with nitrogen from body oils perspiration etc Chloramines can cause eye irritation as well as having a strong odor Unlike bromamines chloramines are weaker slower sanitizers To remove chloramines see the 2015 Portable Kat LTR20151000 R description of shock below Cl Dias www calspas com Ayaey gt 493EM 2 Water Clarity 2 Calcium Hardness Abbreviated as CH 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 and is why soft water is not recommended The low CH level can cause corrosion to the equipment and can cause staining of the spa shell See page 27 for testing for and balancing calcium hardness 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 Dichlor Also called sodium dichlor It is a type of chlorine and is frequently used when shocking the water An effective chlorine based powdered oxidizer and sanitizer Dichlor works by oxidizing waste product in the water such as bromamines and chloramines and causing them to burn off Monopersulphate or MPS Frequently used when shocking the water An effective non chlorine based powde
46. he pump to high speed b If you have other pumps press JETS 2 or JETS 3 to turn them on also A Running the pumps helps the pumps prime After two minutes the pump should prime If it does not follow the priming instructions on the next page If it does continue with the next step 6 Install the filter into the filter canister 7 Adjust water chemistry Make sure the filter has soaked at least 30 minutes Test and adjust the water chemistry See the section on before you install it page 25 for instructions on keeping your water clear Spa owners with the bromine generator need to follow the instructions on page 34 8 Let the spa heat up When the spa has finished priming the heater will activate Put the cover on and let the spa heat to the set temperature 2015 Portable Spa ADs LTR20151000 Rev F www calspas com eds oIYLIIOJ MAN NOJ 40 Surredaig Priming the Pump New spa owners often have difficulty the first time they start their spa and the pump fails to prime This can be frustrating but these simple instructions can help you The pump will not work properly while air is trapped in it Continuing to operate the pump in this way will cause damage Sometimes air can become trapped in the pump while filling the spa You will know this has happened when after you have filled and started the spa the pump does not seem to function You will hear the pump operating but no
47. hlorinated shock if you wish in fact you may find a chlorinated shock is more effective than dichlor or MPS alone Spa must be running with all of the jets on high for 30 minutes with the cover open If necessary repeat shock in 30 minute intervals 3 Filtration The filter is the part of your spa that removes the debris from the water and needs to be cleaned on a regular basis to maximize your spa s filtering performance and heating efficiency It is extremely important that you never run the spa without a filter There is a possibility that debris may be sucked into the plumbing through the filter well Changing the Default Filtration Setting See page 15 for instructions on using the control panel to change filtration settings When your Spa is first powered up the filtration setting defaults to the factory setting which is one two hour filtration cycle per day This is adequate for light to moderate usage see the topic Bather Load on page 32 but if you use your spa frequently or have a large number of people using it you will need to increase the filtration You have two filtration cycles available although the second one is off by default You can turn the second cycle on if you want additional filtration time or if you want to divide the filtration times You can also set filter cycles 1 and 2 for different durations if you wish Some spa owners set a long second filtration cycle to run at night when electrical power ra
48. igh 8 2 7 8 are alkaline those below 7 2 are acidic Maintaining the proper enne eu 30 a pH level is extremely important for optimizing the effectiveness of scaling af the sanitizer maintaining water that is comfortable for the user and preventing equipment deterioration 7 6 If the spa water s pH level is too low the following may result ie ideal pH balance e The sanitizer will dissipate rapidly 7 ee pH too low Add a pH e The water may become irritating to spa users EREN 6 8 ee e The spa s equipment may corrode comosion 6 6 If the pH is too low it can be increased by adding sodium hydrogen carbonate pH Alkalinity Up to the spa water If the pH level is too high the following may result e The sanitizer is less effective e _ Scale will form on the spa shell surface and the equipment e The water may become cloudy e The filter cartridge pores may become obstructed If the pH is too high it can be decreased by adding sodium bisulfate pH Alkalinity Down 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 It is important to check the pH on a regular weekly 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 When the pH is within the recommended range proceed to sanitation Al Ens 2015 Portable S
49. ine Generator The bromine generator automatically generates and releases free bromine into the spa water You will still need to test for bromine and occasionally adjust it to return the bromine level to the baseline Water Clarity 2 Starting the Spa with Fresh Water Before you begin you should familiarize yourself with water chemistry for spas and the concepts and terminology related to it Read from the beginning of this section before you fill your spa or if already have filled your spa read this entire section before you begin to use the bromine generator Before filling your spa test your water source for TDS total dissolved solids which are various organic and inorganic matter present in your water This can be done by your spa dealer or with test strips The ideal range for your start up TDS is between 200 and 500 ppm If your starting TDS is above 500 or if you are filling with water from a well or non municipal source use a metal remover i ee U PIONEER HLO GENESIS Wutomati Bromine Generator For Pools W 5 BROMINE OUTPUT U decimal FLASH check TDS ies Dimsotved Solids Maintain Bromine at 2 0 4 0 PPM 1 For optimum Bromine output set amp maintain power position on 10 DIGITAL DUTY GYCLE CONTRO O or pre filter to reduce TDS and metals 4 Turn the DECREASE INCREASE dial clockwise DO NOT FILL THE SPA WITH SOFT WATER until the LED displays 10 If using a two speed pump system set the
50. ion Press and hold either FAST REWIND or FAST FORWARD for manual tuning back or forward To save the current radio station into memory press and hold the 1 2 or 3 button for more than 2 seconds The Station will be stored to that button Press the 1 2 or 3 button to listen to the preset station Closing and Locking the Door Always CLOSE and LOCK the media locker door after you place or remove a media device inside it Slide the clasp down to lock the door as shown at right Make sure the door is firmly pressed into the watertight seal before you slide the lock into place Water damage caused by negligence or improper use is not covered under warranty 19207 eIPoW amp I13IG 947 Susp Remote and Keypad Functions All of the functions on remote control and the keypad on the media locker s door are identical For a detailed description of all key functions see the manual for the Aquatic AV media locker Search functions and audio menu Mode select function Volume UP ME Play pause mm o Fast rewind _ AN PI C Fast forward previous track i next track Volume DOWN mmm PR 5 In USB mode 5 Random Folder functions SRESTI om playback In FM mode oP Power radio presets AQ RFDM SU 2015 Portable Spa Al Zas LTR20151000 Rev F www calspas com Using the Digital Media Locker Aquavibe MD 100 The Aquavibe docking station can be used with an iPhone iPad any device with
51. ir or water can induce hyperthermia Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level 3 F to 6 F above the normal body temperature of 98 6 F or 2 C to 4 C above 37 C While hyperthermia has many health benefits it is important not to allow your body s core temperature to rise above 103 F 39 5 C Symptoms of excessive hyperthermia include dizziness lethargy drowsiness and fainting The effects of excessive hyperthermia may include WARNING People with infectious diseases should not use a Spa or hot tub WARNING To avoid injury exercise care when entering or exiting the spa or hot tub WARNING Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a spa or hot tub to avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning DANGER Risk of electric shock Install the spa at least 5 feet 1 5 meters from all metal surfaces As an alternative a spa may be installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently bonded by a minimum 8 AWG solid copper conductor to the outside of the spa s control box Do not permit any external electrical appliances such as lights telephones radios televisions and etc within five feet 1 5 meters of the spa Never attempt to operate any electrical device from inside the spa Replace a damaged power cord immediately Do not bury the power cord Connect to a grounded grounding type receptacle only Spa use may lead to
52. ithstand this type of highly concentrated chemical Remember chemical abuse is specifically not covered under the terms of the warranty Al Zas www calspas com 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 which is the chlorine available to sanitize your spa This free Available 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 cant I 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 over exposure to any chemical can be unhealthy many low levels of chemicals are effective and beneficial In the case of spa water the chemicals we recommend are needed to protect the user from water borne pathogens disease causing microbes and to preven
53. ll reasonable means to protect the spa from further damage Upon proof of purchase a designated service representative will correct the defect subject to the terms and conditions contained in this Limited Warranty There will be no charge for parts or labor to repair the defect although providing access to affect the repair is your responsibility as the spa owner Freight charges for replacement parts is the responsibility of the spa owner You may be assessed reasonable repairman travel mileage charges In the event that the spa is removed to a repair facility for repair and reinstalled the cost of removal and reinstallation willbe your responsibility as the spa owner If the Manufacturer determines that repair of the covered defect is not feasible it reserves the right to provide a replacement spa instead Al Dias www calspas com equal in value to the purchase price of the original spa In such an event reasonable costs for removal of the original Spa shipping costs from the factory for the replacement spa and delivery and installation of the replacement will be your responsibility as the spa owner The replacement spa will carry the balance of the original spa s warranty Spa covers are not included This warranty ends either by specified time frame owner transfer relocation or installation of any component other than by manufacturer Warranty Limitations This Limited Warranty is void if Cal Spas or its designated repr
54. nner pipe FIL11700026 Cascade II Waterfall Black textured with valve and logo 12 3 8 14 PLU21800825TEX Cascade I Waterfall Curved Black Textured with Valve and Logo 12 3 8 14 PLU21800828 _2a_ gt 13 2 F Al Zas www calspas com xipueddy eo Appendix 5 LED Lights LED mini DCU controller P1309 LIT16100626 2 LED light string Rostech LIT16100620 4 LED light string LIT16100621 Interior light with logic LIT16100625 LED light string jumper 46 inches daisy chain ELE09902531 Knob 1 4 20 FTI Black UV Blend TRIAD 30 used for door panels on steel frame cabinets FIX12600096 Bottom Al Zas www calspas com Please visit www quickspaparts com to order your replacement parts Pure Cure UV Water Sanitizer Pure Cure complete system Wonder PP 1 LIT16000380 Germicidal UV lamp T515 LIT16000381 Rubber O ring D24 5 LIT16000384 Quartz thimble 24 5X350 LIT16000383 Ballast UV 3 LIT16000382 Clips LIT16000385 The complete selection of replacement cabinets for all models is very extensive and too lengthy for this owner s manual To order replacement panels for your spa visit www quickspaparts com 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev F Please visit www quickspaparts com to order your replacement parts prevent water from pooling The covers listed below are filled with either 1 5 Ib or 2 0 Ib
55. o Please visit www quickspaparts com to order your replacement parts Limitations The Manufacturer disclaims all warranties expressed or implied in fact or in law to the extent allowed by your State s Law including the warranty of merchantability and fitness for use except as stated specifically herein All warranty service must be performed by the Manufacturer or its designated representative using authorized Cal Spa parts No agent dealer distributor service company or other party is authorized to change modify or extend the terms of this limited warranty in any manner whatsoever The Manufacturer will not be responsible for any statements Or representations made in any form that go beyond are broader than or are inconsistent with any authorized literature or specifications furnished by Cal Spas Disclaimers The Manufacturer and its representatives shall not be liable for any injury loss cost or other damage whether incidental or consequential arising out of any defect covered by this limited warranty including without limitation loss of use of the spa and cost for removal of defective product even if the Manufacturer was advised of the possibility of damage The liability of the Manufacturer under this limited warranty if any shall not exceed the original amount paid for the defective product Coverage under this limited warranty Shall commence as of the original date of delivery and the duration of such co
56. of common chemicals used in spas and their generic equivalents See a spa dealer for guidance and recommendations on spa chemicals and supplies Various chemicals often sold under brand names but a spa dealer can advise you on generic chemicals that are often much less costly than proprietary brands Balancing the Total Alkalinity TA Total Alkalinity is a measure of the total levels of carbonates TA too high 180 bicarbonates hydroxides and other alkaline substances in the water Add an alkalinity TA is referred to as the water s pH buffer In other words it s a Mama neamart 160 doau measure of the ability of the water to resist changes in pH level to stabilize pH 140 If the TA is too low the pH level will fluctuate widely from high to ie low Fluctuations in pH can cause corrosion or scaling of the spa 100 Ideal TA balance components Low TA can be corrected by adding sodium carbonate 80 pH Alkalinity Up sien 60 ee ee If the Total Alkalinity is too high the pH level will tend to be high and pH will fluctuate 40 increaser may be difficult to bring down It can be lowered by using sodium wildly 20 bisulfate pH Alkalinity Down 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 When the Total Alkalinity is within the recommended range proceed to the next step Al Zas REV w
57. on Hold mode standby Adjust filtration cycle 1 Adjust filtration cycle 2 Set personal preferences System utilities for diagnostics only Al Zas www calspas com eds uno Buijeaodg Jets and Pumps Jet Operation One Pump Systems Uses the TP400 control panel Single pump systems are all two speed pumps To operate the jets press the J ETS button e Once to turn on low speed e Twice to turn on high speed Operating Your Spa e Three times to turn off the pump Two pump systems Uses either the TP400 or TP600 control panel Press the Jets or Jets 1 button e Once to turn on low speed e Twice to turn on high speed e Three times to turn off the pump Press the Aux or J ets 2 button e Once to turn the pump ON e Twice to turn the pump OFF Three pump systems Uses the TP600 control panel Press the J ets 1 button e Once to turn on low speed e Twice to turn on high speed e Three times to turn off the pump Press the J ets 2 button e Once to turn the pump ON e Twice to turn the pump OFF Press J ets 3 button e Once to turn the pump ON e Twice to turn pump OFF Al Zas www calspas com What is the difference between a 24 hour circulation pump and a two speed pump Circulation Pump A 24 hour circulation pump is an optional dedicated low power pump just for filtration A circulation pump will reduce wear and tear on main pump and can c
58. ost less to run than using pump 1 for filtration When a spa has a circulation pump pump 1 will have only one speed Although it can be set to run continuously some spa owners prefer to reduce their filtration times in order to lower their energy cost See Adjusting Filtration on page 15 Two Speed Pump Spas without a circulation pump use the low speed setting of pump 1 as a circulation pump Pump 1 will have two speeds low speed and high speed Low speed is used for filtration and high speed is used for operating the jets Portable Spa 151000 Rev F Adjusting the Set Temperature Press the WARM or COOL buttons to adjust the set temperature i Press Once When the temperature stops flashing the spa will heat to the new set temperature when required The temperature can be set between 60 F and 104 F eds uno Buijeaodg E Set Temp will show Press the Temp buttons to and flash change the temperature Main Screen Setting Dual Temperature Ranges Range is shown in the display by an up arrow and the Low Range with a down arrow The ranges can be used for different reasons the most common being a ready to use setting an versus a vacation setting See Vacation Setting below Each range maintains its own set Then h is ch Once temperature that you program according to your needs This way when a range is chosen Press the spa will heat to the set temperature programmed to tha
59. our spa S water Although this is not difficult o ot p it needs to be done regularly e s You need to test the level of calcium hardness total alkalinity and pH Spa owners with a bromine generator also need to check total dissolved solids and phosphates 3 Filtration See page 28 for filter cleaning instructions n__n Cleaning your filter regularly is the easiest and most effective single thing you can do to keep your water clear A clogged or dirty filter will cause the heater and pump to work harder than they need to ey possibly causing them to fail The spa s heating system will only function with the proper amount of water flow through the system Before you begin we recommend you become familiar with some water quality terms and their definitions see next page Whether you re filling your spa for the first time see page 5 or refilling it after draining it for regular maintenance see page 37 start and maintain your spa water by following the plan we describe in this section 2 Sanitation and Shock See page 23 to learn how to use sanitizer and shock Sanitizers kill bacteria and viruses and keep the water clean A low sanitizer level will allow microbes to grow quickly in the spa water We recommend using either chlorine or See bromine as your sanitizer i Gran ulated Chlotin nae hemd You also need to add shock to the water to stimulate the chemical sanitizer How mu
60. own This message may appear with other messages 102F SNSR BAL ANCE Sensor Balance Is Poor Call for service Operating Your Spa O The temperature sensors MAY be out of sync by 2 F or 3 F SNSR SYNC CALL FOR Sensor Balance is Poor Call for service Note This message can SRVC The temperature sensors ARE out of sync be reset from the topside panel with any button press SNSR A CALL FOR Sensor Failure Call for service SRVC ae A temperature sensor or sensor circuit has SNSR B CALL FOR failed SRVC NO COMM No Communications Call for service The control panel is not receiving communication from the system 102 T F or C is replaced by T Call for service The control system is in Test Mode STUK PUMP A Pump Appears To Be Stuck ON POWER DOWN THE SPA DO NOT ENTER THE WATER Call for service Water may be overheated HOT FALT CALL FOR A Pump Appears To Be Stuck ON POWER DOWN THE SPA DO NOT SRVC K pump appears to have been stiet on ENTER THE WATER Call for service when spa was last powered Al Zas www calspas com Cal Spas Hot Tub WiFi App The Cal Spas Hot Tub Wifi app can provide you with instant access and control of your spa wherever you connect within the spa s WiFi range This optional feature is available for use with any smart device Android or iOS systems only You must have the WiFi module installed in your spa in order to use the app It is onl
61. pa www calspas com IF 1000 Rev F 2 Sanitation and Shock Sanitizers kill bacteria and other organic waste by breaking them down to non harmful levels and are filtered out Before you fill your spa you need to decide which chemical sanitizer you wish to use Consult your Cal Spas dealer for the right decision with regards to your lifestyle and spa usage C We recommend either bromine or chlorine as your sanitizer Both work well when maintained regularly DO NOT use Trichlor Trichlor is very acidic and the hot temperature of the spa causes it to dissolve too quickly It will cause damage to your spa and will void your warranty Whichever plan you decide on follow it completely and don t take shortcuts It will provide you with clean safe clear spa water with a minimum of effort Spa owners with an ozonator still need to use a chemical sanitizer See page 32 for a description of how the ozonator works Whenever you test your chemical levels your test strip will likely have a test for chlorine or bromine Make sure your sanitizer falls within the range shown below Testing For I deal Range ppm Minimum Maximum Chlorine level Without ozonator With ozonator Bromine level Without ozonator With ozonator Starting and Maintaining Sanitizer Levels Sanitizing your spa with chlorine or bromine is very similar Each sanitizer has its advantages and disadvantages Bromine Whereas chlorine can sometime
62. quid stain and scale inhibitor and liquid de foamer must always be added directly into or in front of the filter compartment while a jet pump is running and it must run for a minimum of ten minutes 1 Fold back the cover 2 Press the J ets or J ets 1 button 3 Carefully measure the recommended amount of chemical and slowly pour it into the filter area Use care not to splash chemicals on your hands in your eyes on the spa surface or on the siding 4 Close the spa cover Warning High sanitizer levels can cause discomfort to the user s eyes lungs and skin Always allow the sanitizer level to fall to the recommended range before using the spa IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDI NG SHOCK TREATMENT After administering shock to your spa leave the cover open for a minimum of 20 minutes to allow the oxidizer 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 1 Balancing the Water Chemistry Levels Maintaining spa water chemistry can be tricky especially since there are many methods of keeping your water clear and clean Follow the maintenance schedule on page 29 to determine how often you should test your water We do not recommend any brand of chemical See page 29 for a table
63. r can provide information on which permits may be required and how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your spa Planning the Best Location Safety First Do not place your spa within 10 feet 3 m of overhead power lines Consider How You Will Use Your Spa How you intend to use your spa will help you determine where you should position it For example will you use your spa for recreational or therapeutic purposes If your spa is mainly used for family recreation be sure to leave plenty of room around it for activity If you will use it for relaxation and therapy you will probably want to create a specific mood around it Plan for Your Environment If you live in a region where it snows in the winter or rains frequently place the spa near a house entry By doing this you will have a place to change clothes and not be uncomfortable Consider Your Privacy In a cold weather climate bare trees won t provide much privacy Think of your spa s surroundings during all seasons to determine your best privacy options Consider the view of your neighbors as well when you plan the location of your Spa Al Zas www calspas com Install dedicated electrical supply After Delivery Place spa on slab Connect electrical components Provide a View with Your Spa Think about the direction you will be facing when sitting in your spa Do you have a special landscaped area in your yard that you find enjoyable Perhaps there is
64. r material for one year from the original date of delivery All other factory installed components not mentioned specifically including but not limited to the wood frame jets diverter valves LED lighting systems filter lids and mechanical components are warranted against malfunction due to defects in workmanship and material for two years from the original date of delivery The spa cover delivered with the spa is warranted for one year for Escape and Special Edition spas 90 days for Zone Connect and New Age spas Genuine Cal Spas Parts amp Accessories This Limited Warranty is void if Cal Spas the Manufacturer or its designated representative determines that the spa has been subjected to damage or failure due to installation of aftermarket parts that are not genuine Cal Spas branded parts and accessories This disclaimer includes but is not limited to filters UV bulbs ozone systems salt systems repair parts and other accessories Genuine Cal Spas brand parts and accessories are built to our highest standards of quality durability and performance and they are designed to work with your spa to ensure optimal performance and function Performance This warranty begins on the date of delivery of the spa but in no event later than one year from the date of manufacture To obtain service in the event of a defect covered by this Limited Warranty notify your Cal Spa dealer or Cal Spas as soon as possible and use a
65. r replace the filter The water level may be too low Fill the spa with water level at 4 to 6 inches from the top The temperature is not turned up high enough Raise temperature on topside control Cover the spa The cover will keep heat in the spa and help keep heat from escaping Make sure cover is on at all times when spa Is not in use The heater element may be old deteriorated coated with scale or defective Contact your dealer for more assistance The gate valves may be partially or completely closed NEVER OPERATE YOUR SPA WITH THE GATE VALVES CLOSED Overheating can occur during summer months and may not necessarily indicate a malfunction When it occurs a message code may also appear on the control panel Temperature may be set too high Turn the set temperature down to a lower temperature Filtration time may be too long Turn the filtration cycles down during the warm months The spa may not be properly ventilated Make sure the front of the spa is not blocked to allow air flow High speed pumps may have been running too long Limit pump running time to no more than 15 to 30 minutes Symptom Water pressure problems Low water pressure No water pressure no water stream from any jets Jets surge on and off Pump problems Pump runs constantly will not shut off Noisy pump Pump turns off during operation Pump has a burning smell while running Pump does not run Possible Solutions
66. rature to approach freezing always keep the spa in READY Mode As long as the spa is in READY Mode it will regularly check the water temperature known as polling and circulate water every 1 2 hour When the sensors within the heater detect water temperature has dropped to 42 F 5 5 C then the pumps and the blower automatically activate to provide freeze protection The pumps and blower will run either continuously or periodically depending on conditions Al Zas 2015 Portable Spa www calspas com UL 1000 Rev F Setting Time De Setting the time of day is important for determining filtration times and other background Press aS Once features 24 hour time display can be set under the PREF menu Then Note This system does NOT display the time of day The default display on Press 3X the Main Screen is the current water temperature Displaying time of day is not a selectable feature TTM ol a LME gt OZF Set hour Set minutes Main Screen Flip I nvert Display Press wa Once Inverting the display allows you to be able to read the control panel while you are in the Spa Then gt Press ws Ed Ae oh EE Press Temp button to flip the display Main Screen 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev F Gili www calspas com eds uno Buijeaodg 2 Operating Your Spa Locking the Control The control can be locked to prevent unwanted use or temperature adjustments You can Press G gt
67. ravel brick sand timbers or dirt foundations are not adeguate to support the spa We strongly recommend that a qualified licensed contractor prepare the foundation for your spa If you are installing the spa indoors pay close attention to the flooring beneath it Choose flooring that will not be damaged or stained If you are installing your spa on an elevated wood deck or other structure it is highly recommended that you consult a structural engineer or contractor to ensure the structure will support the weight of 150 pounds per square foot 732 kg m2 To properly identify the weight of your new spa when full remember water weighs 8 33 lbs per gallon or 1 kg per 240 Volt Electrical I nstallation All 240V spas must be permanently connected hard wired to the power supply See the GFCI and wiring requirements on page 4 These instructions describe the only acceptable electrical wiring procedure Spas wired in any other way will void your warranty and may result in serious injury When installed in the United States the electrical wiring of this soa must meet the requirements of NEC 70 and any applicable local state and federal codes The electrical circuit must be installed by an electrical contractor and approved by a local building or electrical inspector 2015 Portable Spa _ LTR20151000 Rev F liter For example an average 8 spa holds approximately 500 gallons or 1892 liters of water Using this
68. rder shown above lights will cycle through all the colors in this order Whit Spas with exterior corner LED lighting work in the same ha modes as described above but do not light up when the Cyan interior perimeter lights are yellow green green or red Magenta Blue Yellow green Green Red To cycle through the different color choices press the button repeatedly Each time you press the button you advance to the next color 2015 Portable Spa Ml Dias LTR20151000 Rev F www calspas com Operating Your Spa Q Diverter Knobs Diverter knobs are 1 and 2 knobs located around the top of your spa They allow you to divert water through jets from one side of the spa to the other or in most cases from floor jets to wall jets This is accomplished by rotating the diverter knob to the left counterclockwise decreasing the amount of water flow through a section of jets To increase the amount of water flow through the other section of jets rotate the handle to the right clockwise Air Venturis Air venturis are the 1 knobs located around the top of your spa Each one will let you add a mixture of air with the jet pressure This is accomplished by rotating the air venturi knob to the left counterclockwise to increase the amount of airflow through the jets To decrease the amount of airflow through the jets rotate the handle to the right clockwise Waterfalls Some spa series include optional wate
69. red oxidizer that works well with both chlorine and bromine It works by oxidizing waste product in the water such as bromamines and chloramines and causing the to burn off Oxidizer Shocking the water with an oxidizing chemical prevents the buildup of contaminants maximizes sanitizer efficiency minimizes combined chlorine and improves water clarity Ozone Ozone is a powerful oxidizing agent which is produced in nature and artificially Ozone forms no by products of chloramines 0zone actually oxidizes chloramines and will not alter the water s pH pH The pH level is the measure of the balance between acidity and alkalinity Low pH causes the water to be too acid which will cause corrosion whereas high pH causes the water to be too alkaline which will cause scaling See page 27 for testing for and balancing pH ppm The abbreviation of parts per million the standard measurement of chemical concentration in water Identical to mg l milligrams per liter Sanitizer Sanitizer is a chemical added to the water to kill bacteria and viruses and keep the water clean The two sanitizers we recommend are chlorine and bromine See page 28 for discussion of Sanitation Scale Rough calcium bearing deposits that can coat spa surfaces heaters plumbing lines and clog filters Generally scaling is caused by mineral content combined with high pH Additionally scale forms more readily at higher water temperatur
70. rfalls When the booster pump is on rotate the dial on top for the cascade waterfall or turn the knob for the hydro streamer see below Hydro Streamer Waterfall Your spa may include two to eight streamer waterfalls When the booster pump is on turn the 1 diverter knob to adjust the rate of flow to the waterfall jets The waterfall jet faces are not adjustable Do not turn the jet faces because you may accidentally remove them Always shut off water to the hydro streamer jets before you place the cover on the spa Water from the hydro streamer jets sprays in an arc that is higher than the top surface of the spa When water from the hydro streamer sprays the bottom of the cover it will collect and run to the STE Pm edge of the spa and drip over the top ya Ke Alias i 2015 Portable Spa www calspas com l LTR20151000 Rev F Water Clarity This section is intended for new spa owners with no experience with water chemistry Everyone s experience with maintaining water quality is different but there are some general concepts you need to know Water maintenance is not difficult although it requires regular attention The most important thing to understand about taking care of your spa water is that preventive action is much easier than correcting water quality issues 1 Chemical Balance See page 25 to learn how to balance your spa water You will need to test and adjust the chemical balance of y
71. run during filtration You will need to increase your filtration to a minimum of six hours per day For spas with a circulation pump the ozonator will run with the circulation pump The spa s control system is factory programmed with one filter cycle that will run in the evening when energy rates are often lower The time and duration of the filter cycle can be set according to your needs In addition a second filter cycle can be enabled Filtration time may need to be increased with heavy bather load See instructions for setting filtration cycles on page 15 Always make sure water diverter valves are turned all the way to the left for right and never left in the center position during filtration cycles When the diverter valve in center position there is not enough suction from the pump in order to inject ozone into the spa The ozonator will generate ozone but it will not be injected into the water Al Dias www calspas com Troubleshooting Water Clarity Problems Problem Cloudy Water Probable Causes Dirty filter Excessive oils organic matter Improper sanitization Suspended particles organic matter Overused or old water Possible Solutions Clean filter and run jet pump Shock spa with sanitizer LIS A9JeM Add sanitizer Adjust pH and or alkalinity to recommended range Drain and refill the spa Water Odor Excessive organics in water Improper sanitization Low pH Shock spa with sanitizer
72. s cause offensive odors and skin irritation bromine is less likely to do so Additionally unlike chlorine when bromine combines with bather waste and other contaminants in the water it remains a very effective sanitizer Bromine is also far less pH dependent than chlorine Always remember that bromine by itself is not a sanitizer and it needs to be activated by shock in order to be effective Chlorine The most commonly recognized sanitizer is chlorine However the effectiveness of chlorine depends heavily on the pH level of the spa water In order to get the most effective and economical benefit of chlorine you must maintain a consistent pH level of between 7 2 to 7 6 A disadvantage of using chlorine is that when chlorine combines with bather waste and other contaminants in the water not only does it lose its sanitizing ability it can cause odors and irritate eyes and skin After you choose a sanitizer you will need to establish a baseline and maintain it regularly 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev Starting with fresh water 1 Establish a baseline by adding either granulated chlorine or bromine e Use half an ounce of chlorine for every 500 gallons of water e Use half an ounce of bromine for every 100 gallons of water 2 Run the jets for 10 minutes 3 Test the water Make sure the pH TA and CH levels all fall within the ranges shown on the previous page Make adjustments where they are needed 4
73. select USB mode Use the buttons as shown in the remote function chart Note When USB devices are connected to the USB input the device s battery will charge Search for Songs and Playlists Apple devices 1 Press SEARCH to enter iPod searching mode 2 Once in searching mode the remote will display Playlist Continue to press SEARCH to scroll through the search modes below 1 Playlist 2 Artist 3 Album 4 Song 5 Genre 6 Composer 7 Audio Book 3 Press PLAY PAUSE To select the desired search mode 4 Press Volume UP DOWN to scroll through your media in the selected search mode 5 Once you find the desired media press PLAY PAUSE to make your selection If your selection is a song it will begin to play If you select a playlist artist album genre composer or audio book the songs in the selected folder will be visible Press PLAY PAUSE to play the desired song within the folder Al Sas www calspas com Other USB devices 1 Press SEARCH to enter the USB searching mode 2 Press Volume UP DOWN to scroll through the folders on your USB device To select a folder press the PLAY PAUSE button 3 Press Volume UP DOWN to scroll through the songs in the folder and press PLAY PAUSE to play the desired song 2 Connecting via Bluetooth 1 Switch on your Bluetooth device 2 Select AQUATIC AV from the list of available devices to pair no password is needed Only one Bluetooth device can
74. starting up Appendix Pump won t prime Breaker keeps shutting off Power and system problems System won t start up or breaker keeps shutting off Control panel doesn t respond Spa does not turn off Message on the control panel Heat problems Spa water does not get hot Spa overheats temperature greater than 110 F 43 C bin www calspas com Basic Troubleshooting Possible Solutions See priming instructions on page 8 Reset the GFCI breaker If this continues contact your dealer or a qualified spa technician Power may be shut off Turn on GFCI circuit breaker If this continues contact your dealer or a qualified spa technician Turn on or reset the GFCI circuit breaker If this does not solve the problem contact your dealer or a qualified spa technician If you hear the pump running but the control panel doesn t respond contact your dealer Spa may be trying to heat up Check if spa is in Ready or Rest mode see page 12 In cold climates if spa is not equipped with full foam or any kind of insulation it will try to maintain the set temperature Set the spa to low temperature range and set the temperature to 80 F Spa may be in filter cycle If it is this is normal and no adjustment is necessary There may be a problem See Diagnostic Messages on page 17 Spa may be in low temperature range Set the spa to high temperature range The filter may be dirty or may need to be replaced Clean o
75. t Water Clarifier Clear Water Natural Clarifier Brite amp Clear Do NOT use these in your spa e Sodium hypoclorite household bleach e Borax or boric acid in any form including e Trichi brand names such as 20 Mule Team Borax ee Or generic as sodium tetraborate lt Chemical floaters e Cyanuric acid also called sun protector or e Bromine tablets chlorine protector e Muriatic acid Common Water Chemistry Questions Question Why is the use a floater not recommended to sanitize my spa water Answer We do not recommend the use of a floater for three reasons e The floater is unable to control the rate at which the 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 e Floaters tend to stay in one area of the spa most of the time causing this area to be exposed to extreme sanitizer levels e The floater may allow 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 w
76. t corrosion of spa components 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 spa dealer Dos and Don ts e DO add all chemicals slowly into or in front of the filter compartment with the jet pump operating for ten minutes e DO use special care if using baking soda to clean either the interior or exterior plastic surfaces e DO use only a granular form of bromine sanitizer e DON T use swimming pool muriatic acid to lower pH e DON T splash pH increaser additives on the siding e 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 e DON T use a floater type sanitization system as a low or no maintenance solution to your spa maintenance program 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 bromin
77. t range a You can set two temperature range settings with independent set temperatures The High Press lt gt Once High Range can be set between 80 F and 104 F Low Range can be set between 50 F and 99 F The example below shows setting the Low Range temperature TEC MLI poy oy ze SET RANGE y TEMI 1 Select High Range or Low Set Temp will Press a Temp Button Main Screen Range Toggle the Range show and flash repeatedly to change the arrows on the display temperature Vacation Setting Set the spa to operate in the Lower Range temperature choice before you go on vacation 1 Press the Temp button The Set Temp will show and press the Temp button The Set Temp will show and flash flash 2 Press the Light button TEMP will show on the 4 Press the Temp buttons to adjust the temperature pe Ee Deen ES ENOS Oh agi Ranger ot 5 Press the Light button or wait several seconds to ow Range l return to the main screen 3 To set the Low Range press the Light button then 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 R R EV AN V F Dpi www calspas com Operating Your Spa Setting the Heat Mode pn There are two heat modes READY Mode and REST Mode Press G gt Once READY Mode In order for the spa to heat a pump needs to circulate water through the heater The pump that performs this function is known as the heater pump gt Twice The heater pump can be either a 2 Speed Pump 1
78. tacle shall be located not less than 5 feet 1 5 and the spa will stop m from and not exceeding 10 feet 3 0 m from the operating inside wall of the spa NEC 680 43 A 3 Press the RESET button The GFCI will reset the indicator will turn on again and the Do not bury the power cord If your cord becomes spa will turn back on damaged replace it before next usage All 120V spas must have a GFCI This can be either a 15 amp GFCI receptacle or a 15 amp GFCI cord and If the GFCI trips while the spa is in use press the RESET button plug kit as shown CKIT110 P N ELE09700086 If the GFCI does not reset unplug the spa and call your local Cal Spas dealer for service DO NOT USE THE SPA The spa is now safe to use Testing the 240 Volt GFCI Breaker Test the GFCI breaker prior to first use and periodically when the spa is powered To test the GFCI breaker follow these instructions spa should be operating 1 Press the TEST button on the GFCI The GFCI will trip and the spa will shut off 2 Reset the GFCI breaker by switching the breaker to the full OFF position wait a moment then turn the breaker back on The spa should have power again Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa 1 Inspect the spa equipment Inspect all plumbing connections in the e Make sure unions in the equipment pack are tight Be careful equipment area of your spa not to over tighten the plumbing fittings e f your spa has gate valves make s
79. tes are lower If you set the spa in READY Mode see page 12 the circulation pump will run as ithe spa maintains the set temperature However if you set it to REST Mode the spa will heat only during filtration cycles If this is the case if you use the spa in the last afternoon you may want to set the first filter cycle to run a few hours before you use it so the water will be warm We recommend you trying different times and durations for the filter cycles until you find a filtration plan that works for you Cleaning the filter In addition to spraying off the filter weekly to remove surface debris your filter should be deep cleaned periodically to dissolve scale and particles that get lodged deep within the filter fibers and impede the filtration process Even if the filter looks clean scale and particles can clog the fibers and prevent water from flowing through the filter resulting in the most common spa problem no heat caused by a dirty filter We recommend you clean your filter at least once a month possibly every two weeks depending on how frequently you use your Spa and replace it once a year or as necessary See page 38 for instructions on removing and cleaning the filter bili www calspas com 4 Regularity Maintenance Schedule Prior to each use Test the spa water Adjust chemical levels as necessary Shock the water by adding 2 teaspoon of sodium dichlor per 250 gallons or 1 teaspoon of MPS per 250 gallons A
80. the sun s ultraviolet rays In addition while the spa cover is rigid it is not designed to You are required to keep the spa covered to maintain support any weight Therefore as a safety precaution and to warranty coverage preserve the life of your cover you must not sit stand or lie on it nor should you place objects of any kind on top of it Vacation Care You can leave your spa unattended for up to two weeks if you follow these instructions ALWAYS lock your cover using the cover locks if you plan to be away from home and the spa is filled with water 1 Select the Low Range temp choice used for vacation mode See instructions on page 11 or page 28 for vacation setting 2 Following the water quality instructions starting on page 25 adjust the pH 3 Shock the water add either chlorine or bromine sanitizer 4 When you return check and adjust the pH and shock the water If you will not be using your spa for longer than 14 days and a spa maintenance service is not available we strongly recommend you drain or winterize your spa Cleaning Your Spa Spa Cover and Pillows Due to the constant punishment your spa cover and pillows receive you should protect them by applying a vinyl and leather cleaner as part of your monthly maintenance plan Use a product that is specifically designed to protect spa covers and pillows from chemical and ultraviolet light damage without leaving an oily residue behind that is normally associat
81. tion allows you to play through an audio input only accessible behind the media locker If you have a separate audio source with output through RCA connectors you can route it through the media locker and the speakers in the spa For more information see the manufacturer s instructions shipped with your media locker Pairing Bluetooth Devices 1 Open the Bluetooth setup program on the mobile device and activate the Bluetooth feature 2 Press the power button 1 to turn on the entertainment center 3 From you mobile device scan for available devices Select AQUAVIBE to connect to the unit 4 Press the MODE button until BT is lit up in the display You can now play Bluetooth audio from your mobile device through the entertainment center Note A previously paired Bluetooth mobile device will automatically connect to the entertainment center when BT is selected using the MODE button if it is within range Note If the Bluetooth mobile device is already paired with the entertainment center select AQUAVIBE on your phone and touch Connect For optimum sound quality make sure the media volume on the device Is set at 75 or greater A207 IPW 23151q 947 SuISN Using the Freedom Sound System The Freedom Sound System entertainment option contains a Bluetooth enabled subwoofer that is available for certain Cal Spa models Any 3 Bluetooth enabled device can be used to play audio through
82. to the spa for 30 second and turn it back on Wait until the spa has gone through its complete set up routine before you try to connect with the WiFi app Wait until the spa has completely primed When you turn on the spa it will go through a priming routine which is followed by temperature polling where no temperature is shown on the control panel As soon as a temperature appears you can connect with the WiFi app If you use your home network router it MUST be close enough to the spa in order for the spa s WiFi signal to reach the router If you have connectivity problems you may need to relocate your router closer to your spa or consider adding a wireless signal booster to your router Ml Dias www calspas com eds uno Buijeaodg 3 Operating Your Spa 3 Connecting to a Device or Network Direct connection Range About 20 feet Range limit Limited to the range of the wi fi module HOW TO CONNECT TO IT Install the app on your phone or device see the following section Installing the app Through home network with no internet access Allows one local connection at a time Range About 50 feet Range limit Limited to the range of your a o home router s signal ii HOW TO CONNECT TOIT Install the app on your phone or device Exit the app and go to wi fi settings on your phone or device Select and enable your local router Start the app After you connect select Settings on th
83. tructural 5 years 7 years 10 years Warranted against water loss due to defects in the spa shell Shell Finish Warranted against blistering cracking or delaminating of the 2 years gt years 7 years interior Surface of the spa shell Equipment and Controls Electrical equipment components specifically limited to the pumps standard titanium heater and control system are 2 years 3 years 5 years warranted against malfunctions due to defects in workmanship or materials Plumbing Warranted against leaks due to defects in workmanship or 2 years 3 years gt years materials Cabinet synthetic fiberglass or wicker Warranted against defects in workmanship or materials Normal wear 1 year 1 year 5 years and weathering of the finish will occur naturally over time and are not defects Warranties for Other Components The fuses headrests cabinet finish and filters are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material at the time of delivery The factory installed Pure Cure water purification system is warranted against malfunction due to defects in workmanship or material for one year from the Original date of delivery except for the UV bulb and quartz tube which are warranted for 90 days from the original date of the spa delivery All stereo related components receiver speakers sub woofer stereo media locker power Supply wireless remote control etc are warranted against malfunction due to defects in workmanship o
84. turn it off Press the red Power button on the remote ie Press and hold the Mode button 7 3 on the remote The display on the remote will read PAIR While still holding the Mode button press and hold the Power button inside the docking station for five seconds The display on When the remote 19207 VIPSP 18431A 947 Susp the remote will read WELCOME or show a mode position such as RADIO and docking bay are paired the power button light will turn blue If they do not pair the first time repeat these four steps until it is successful 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev F Ml Dias www calspas com Using the Digital Media Locker 5 Listening to Devices There are three ways to connect your device to the media locker With the USB connection Bluetooth connection and the auxiliary input 1 Connecting via USB The Aquatic AV digital media locker comes with one USB connector for Apple devices If you have another kind of device you will need to supply your own USB connector such as the type shown below 1 Attach your device to the USB cable inside the digital media locker using the appropriate USB connector USB micro B connector 2 Secure the device with the anchor straps Apple USB connector 3 Close and lock the media locker s protective door 4 Press POWER on the remote control or Power button on the locker to turn it ON 5 Press MODE on the remote control to
85. unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning Persons suffering from obesity a medical history of heart disease low or high blood pressure circulatory system problems or diabetes should consult a physician before using the spa Persons using medications should consult a physician before using the spa since some medications may induce drowsiness while others may affect heart rate blood pressure and circulation Failure to perceive heat Failure to recognize the need to exit spa or hot tub Unawareness of impending hazard Fetal damage in pregnant women e Physical inability to exit the spa e Unconsciousness WARNING The use of alcohol drugs or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia WARNING Do not use a spa or hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise WARNING Prolonged immersion in a spa or hot tub may be injurious to your health CAUTION Maintain water chemistry in accordance with manufacturer s instructions SAVE THESE I NSTRUCTI ONS Na INCV Al Zas www calspas com psa siy LPeey Q Preparing for Your New Portable Spa Preparing for Your New Portable Spa Pre Delivery Checklist Most cities and counties require permits for exterior construction and electrical circuits In addition some communities have codes requiring residential barriers such as fencing and or self closing gates on property to prevent unsupervised access to the property by children Your deale
86. ure they are all in the UP or OPEN Closed position e Make sure the drain valve is closed and capped See page 37 for a description of drain valves Never run the spa with the gate valves closed or without water circulating for long periods of time 2015 Portable Spa Al Zas LTR20151000 Rev F www calspas com eds a qe 40g MAN ANO 40 Surredaig Preparing for Your New Portable Spa 2 Remove the cartridge from filter canister If you have a skimmer like this Grip the filter by the handle and unscrew it from the canister If you have a skimmer like this Remove the black skimmer cap and barrel grip the filter by the handle and unscrew it from the canister Teleweir Mega filter skimmer e 75 square feet filtration e Smooth cap 3 Fill the spa Place a garden hose in the filter canister and fill your spa Always fill the spa through the filter canister Failure to do so may cause air to be trapped in the filtration system and prevent the pumps from operating properly If you have a skimmer like this Rotate and remove the black locking ring Remove the black skimmer cap and barrel grip the filter by the handle and unscrew it from the canister Replace and lock the locking ring and slide the skimmer cap and barrel back in the canister Note The skimmer cap and barrel were locked in place at the factory to prevent damage during shipment It must be unlocked and replaced in the
87. v F Pomona CA 91766 10 19 15 Toll Free 1 800 CAL SPAS Fax 1 909 629 3890 100 1457 I mportant Safety Instructions READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Risk of accidental drowning Do not allow children to be in or around a spa unless a responsible adult supervises them Keep the spa cover on and locked when not in use See instructions enclosed with your cover for locking procedures DANGER Risk of injury The suction fittings in this 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 the flow rates are compatible Never operate the spa if the suction fitting or filter baskets are broken or missing Never replace a suction fitting with one that is rated less than the flow rate marked on the original suction fitting WARNING To reduce the risk of injury The spa water should never exceed 104 F 40 C Water temperatures between 100 F 38 C and 104 F 40 C are considered safe for a healthy adult Lower water temperatures are recommended for young children and when spa use exceeds 10 minutes High water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during pregnancy Women who are pregnant or who think they are pregnant should always check with their physician prior to spa usage The use of alcohol drugs or medication before or during HYPERTHERMIA DANGER Prolonged exposure to hot a
88. verage shall not extend for any reason whatsoever beyond the stated time periods These disclaimers shall be equally applicable to any service provided by the Manufacturer and its designated representatives Legal Rights This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so this limitation may not apply to you Locating the product serial number The serial number of your spa is located on a metal plate attached to the inside of the door for the equipment area You will need this number to properly register your spa and activate coverage Write this information in the space provided below Date Installed LTR20151000 Rev F 10 19 15
89. w adjust the DECREASE INCREASE dial accordingly Depending on the amount usage circulation time and type of spa each spa owner s setting will be different The bromine generator can go up to 12 months before a deal Water Chemistry Minimum Total dissolved solids TDS Before adding Tru Blu 200 ppm 2300 ppm After Tru Blu has been added 2015 Portable Spa LTR20151000 Rev f I deal Range Maximum Alkalinity 80 ppm 120 ppm Monthly Calcium hardness 150 ppm 400 ppm drain and fill is required unlike non equipped spas that require it every three months The reason is because bromine generator does not add unwanted chemical bi products like traditional chemicals do It is important to note that sodium bromide is not the only contributor to the TDS count in your water Over time the TDS count in your water will rise from such things as residuals from other chemicals and minerals and unfiltererable material It is advisable for you to test the TDS every few months to make certain it stays within range It is recommended to shower prior to entering any hot tub or spa This will help prevent phosphate contamination and reduce the demand on the bromine Shocking your tub is recommended after heavy bather load Test Frequency 500 ppm 2700 ppm Al Zas www calspas com LIS A9JeM 3 Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning and Maintenance __ a a i Removing and Reseating the
90. when Priming Mode is exited None None System will auto reset when the spa water temp is below 108 F 42 2 C Check for extended pump operation or high ambient temp Drain or filter may be covered creating a blockage Clear the blockage and reset by pressing any button on the topside panel Check for low water level suction flow restrictions closed valves trapped air too many closed jets and pump prime Heater start up will begin again after about 1 minute Check for low water level suction flow restrictions closed valves trapped air too many closed jets and pump prime Heater start up will begin again after about 1 minute Check for low water level suction flow restrictions closed valves trapped air too many closed jets and pump prime Press any button to reset the heater start up Check for low water level suction flow restrictions closed valves trapped air too many closed jets and pump prime Press any button to reset the heater start up Dias www calspas com eds uno 8unesado HTR TOO HOT Heater Is Too Hot Check for low water level suction flow restrictions closed valves trapped air too many closed jets and pump prime Press any button to reset when water is below 108 F 42 2 C PRES BTTN TO RSET Spa Needs To Be Reset Press any button on the topside control to reset One of the water temp sensors has detected 118 F 47 8 C in the heater and the spa is shut d
91. ww calspas com LIS A9JeM 2 Water Clarity 3 Balancing the Calcium Hardness CH Calcium Hardness is a measure of the total amount of dissolved Bn 275 calcium in the water Calcium helps control the corrosive nature of the g Dilute the spa spa s water That s why calcium low water commonly known as soft a nn di with soft water water is not recommended It is very corrosive to the equipment and equipment 225 can cause staining of the spa shell 200 If the CH is too high commonly known as hard water formation of 173 Ideal CH balance scale on the spa s shell surface and equipment can result You can use 150 a generic calcium remover to remove hardness from water CH can 125 also be decreased by dilution a mixture of 75 hard and 25 soft CH too low ia Add a calcium water will usually yield a reading within the correct range If soft water Causes equipment harden io egic is not available or practical for you a stain and scale inhibitor should corrosion 15 be added to the spa water according to label instructions If the CH is too low add CH Increaser 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 When the CH is within the recommended range proceed to the next step Balancing the pH The pH level is the measure of acidity and alkalinity Values above pH too h
92. y available for spas with the BP501 or BP2000 control box Spa owners who do not have this feature installed on their spa at the factory can order it as an after market item Installing the app Go to the Apple app store or Google Play and search for the free spa app using the key words Cal Spas 3 3 Hot Tub Select the app The icon for the app will appear on your device as shown at left Make sure you enable WiFi on your phone before you run the app On the WiFi connections screen on your device a network will appear called BWGSpa_xxxxxx_ The x s represent the WiFi module s local address and is unique for every spa Once you are connected to the network start the Cal Spas app and follow the prompts on the screen Your start screen maybe different L 2 3 4 Tap the app button on the main screen of your device Connect to the spa s WiFi signal When connected you will be taken to the main app screen You are now directly connected to your hot tub and can control all the hot tub functions via the app Troubleshooting connection problems You should have few problems connecting with the WiFi app However if you are unable to connect quickly and easily to the spa s WiFi source try doing the following Enable WiFi on your device This is the most likely reason you may not be able to connect to the app Check your devices WiFi settings and try connecting again Power cycle the spa Shut off power
93. you can take to ensure clean clear water It is far less expensive to fix water clarity problems by filtering your spa than by using excessive amounts of chemicals excessive filtration times or by water replacement See the section Filter Cleaning on page 28 for more information Set the spa in Hold Mode before you remove the filter Hold Mode pauses all spa operations for 60 minutes for service functions like cleaning or replacing the filter See page 14 for instructions on using Hold Mode 1 Remove the filter by unscrewing it and pulling it up and out 2 Place the dirty filter into a bucket of water deep enough to cover the filter Add 8 oz of liquid filter cleaner to the bucket of water Note It is a good idea to keep a spare filter to use in the spa while the dirty filter is being deep cleaned This way you can rotate the filters and both will last longer 3 Soak the filter for a minimum of 24 hours 4 Spray the filter with a water hose Spray each pleat carefully 5 Reinstall the filter Do not overtighten Al Dias www calspas com Spa Cover Important Keep the spa covered when not in use e Covering your spa helps prevent children from drowning in the spa See the manual enclosed with your cover for instructions on mounting the locks and how to lock and unlock the cover Covered spas will use less electricity in maintaining your set temperature Covering your spa will protect your spa s finish from
94. your spa Before you can use the sound system you need to pair the Bluetooth module with your device The Bluetooth module is installed within the spa cabinet Everything can be done with your device The example shown below is from an Android device Your device may appear differently Before you begin make sure Bluetooth in enabled on your device miuetooth My device SCH 535 only visit Paired devices n AQUAVIBE Paired g Galaxy Reverb Paired Scan for visible devices Da Select atp radio from the list of available devices to pair A passkey is not needed However if you are asked to confirm the passkey to pair the devices press OK 4 When the devices have been connected the device Sound System at any time atp radio will be highlighted Only one Bluetooth device can be paired with the Freedom Once your device is paired and connected all sounds from your device will be played through the sound system including system sounds and telephone luetooth My device SCH I535 0 oO Only s Paired devices A AQUAVIBE Pgired Bluetooth aii g Galaxy Reverb di Confirm passkey is 401772 to pair with atp radio ENE hle devies enn luetooth My device SCH 1635 Only y Paired devices Connected to media audio oO AU UAVIBE Paired g Galaxy Reverb www calspas com Appendix r Pi 4 Please visit www quickspaparts com to Repl acement Pa rts ord

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