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1. Regional Regional Regional Language Temperature Time gt English diii gt 12h ge m LH 1 3 c zZ 2 3 c 2 3 3 Regional Screens These settings control how the language temperature units and time format Language Ey guag Press to select your language Press D to go to the next screen Temperature u E P Press to select a temperature reading in degrees F C Press D to go to the next screen Time Press to select a 12 24 hour clock display Press to save the settings 24 HYDROPOOL This submenu allows you to personalize the keypad security of your spa hot tub to pre Q smir vent unauthorized changes to the settings When the keypad is locked the lock icon is Mi displayed A Partial keypad lock allows access to basic spa hot tub functions pumps light etc but blocks access to the temperature set point and Programming mode A Full keypad lock is a total keypad lockout Press to set a partial or full keypad lock Press 20 to go to the next screen Press eQ to save the settings Note To unlock the partial keypad select and hold Options menu key for 5 seconds Note To unlock the full keypad select and hold Light menu key for 5 seconds CLOCK SUBMENUS This submenu allows you to set the time of the clock Press to set the hours Press gt 39 God Time 12 00 to access minutes Press 4 to set the minutes Press to save the
2. HYDROPOOL PUMP JETS FUNCTION eo Press this pad to activate the pump 1st press turns on high speed 2nd press turns off Pump 1 and 2 are single speed pumps that run on high speed only for hydrotherapy A built in timer automatically turns the pumps off after 15 minutes unless it has been manually deactivated The pump indicator icons turn on when each pump is activated PUMP AUTOMATIC TIME OUT High speed 15 minutes FILTER CYCLES To program the filter cycles you must enter the duration of the cycle and frequency of the cycle During a filter cycle the pumps run for one minute to purge the plumbing and then the filtration pump runs for the remaining duration of the filter cycle PROGRAMMING FILTER CYCLE Tl First you must set the duration of the filter cycle by pressing the LIGHT key until the display shows dxx with xx representing the duration in hours where the default is 2 hours Use the UP or DN key to change the setting 0 no filtration 24 continuous filtration NOTE It is not recommended to set this to 0 Next you must set the frequency of the filter cycle by pressing the LIGHT key again The display will show Fx with x representing the number of filter cycles per day up to 4 with the default at 2 per day Use the UP or DN key to change the setting When the desired setting is displayed press the LIGHT key to confirm A filt
3. HANDLING YOUR HOT TUB All Hydropool hot tubs are shipped with a protective combina tion layer of foam wrap cardboard and plastic film Each hot tub is factory strapped onto a wood skid If your hot tub is to be delivered by your local dealer it will generally arrive on a flat bed truck or low profile trailer Most dealers are equipped with the necessary equipment to maneuver the hot tub from the truck to the dolly or cart that will be used to move your hot tub to the installation location Should your hot tub arrive in a common closed box trailer it may be necessary to arrange with a local towing company for a tilt and load tow truck with a pulley winch system to pull the skid from the larger trailer to the lower profile tow truck flat bed The hot tub can be gently slid off the low profile trailer and positioned on its side on a cart or dolly Important Note Damage caused during transportation or by improper handling is not covered by the factory warranty Most Hydropool models require a clearance width of at least 100 cm 39 in to allow movement of the unit on its side through alley ways fence openings etc Where this is not pos sible the use of a crane to lift the hot tub from the truck or trailer over the house to the patio or yard is often a simple and economical option e Do not move or place the hot tub on the side where the equipment is located as damage could occur Never roll or flip the hot tub end over en
4. HYDROPOOL the self cleaning hot tub p Intertek EREE Hydropool Ine Tel 905 565 6810 Tall Free 1 800 465 2933 Fax 905 565 6820 Email info nydropoolhottubs com www hydropoolhottubs com BJAB HYDROPOOL TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter of introduction Important User Safety Instructions Warnings Hyperthermia Choosing the Right location Indoor Locations Outdoor Locations General Installation Considerations Special Considerations Indoor Installations Outdoor Installations Site Preparation Above Ground Installations In ground amp Partial In ground Installations Overall Support Leveling your Hydropool Hot Tub Equipment Accessibility amp Protection Remote Equipment Placement Unloading Handling your Hot Tub Important Electrical Safety Instructions G F C I R C D Application Guideline amp Wire Size North America G F C l Installation Diagram Europe R C D Installation Diagram Accessories Pillows Filter Ice Bucket Lids Safety Hardcover Locks Cover Remover optional Filling Checking and Starting your Hot Tub Pump Priming Releasing an Air Lock Hydropool Control Systems IN XE Spa Pack Series IN MX Spa Pack Series Variable Air Therapy System Control Functions 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 26 2 Jet and Feature Operation Jet Identification Chart Flow Adjustment Accupressure Sequence Massage Removal and Replacement Diverter Valve Waterfall Control optional Hyd
5. At initial power up the system will do a lamp test where all of the segments and LED s are lighting up After the initial software indicators are shown the display will flash between temperature F and time 12 00 pm This display is indicating that the system is in PUMP PRIM ING MODE In this mode pump 2 if installed will run for one minute and then it will turn off and the system will activate pump 1 to run for one minute before automatically exiting and entering the normal operation mode While in this mode the heater circuit is disabled to allow the priming process to be completed without the possibility of energizing the heater element during low flow or no flow conditions The system will not automatically activate any of the functions however by pushing the pad on the topside control the pump can be manually activated to facilitate priming Definition Priming a pump is a term used to describe the process in which air trapped in the plumbing and pump wet end referred to as an air lock is released allowing the pump to move water efficiently through the plumbing system and to the jets 18 HYDROPOOCH TEMPERATURE CONTROL FUNCTIONALITY AND ADJUSTMENT After you manually exit or the system auto i matically exits Priming Mode your hot tub will automatically heat to the factory preset default temperature of 38 C 100 F The topside panel will briefly show the default tempera ture and then the display
6. necessary to drain and refill your spa if the foaming is quite excessive Test calcium hardness and if necessary increase with calciumchloride Test calcium hardness and if necessary increase with calcium chloride Treat with chelating or sequestering agent Test total alkalinity levels and if necessary increase with sodium bicarbonate Test total alkalinity levels and if necessary decrease with sodium bisulfate or muriatic acid contact your local Hydropool retailer for specific product recommendation HYDRO alf claanin POOL a hot t CORONA DISCHARGE OZONE TECHNOLOGY All Hydropool hot tubs are factory prepared to accommodate ozonators The Hydropool Corona Discharge Ozonator is re garded as the most technologically advanced system on the market allowing longer contact time with the hot tub water resulting in reduced chemical consumption and clearer cleaner water Hydropool s unique ozone injection system both maximizes the dispersion of the ozone gas and decreases the bubble size resulting in longer contact with the water and in creased water quality and purity The ozone water mixture is sent down a series of tubes where the ozone is broken down into even smaller bubbles before being remixed with the water reducing the off gassing commonly found with other ozone systems ROUTINE HOT TUB MAINTENANCE REVIEW CHEMICAL HANDLING SAFETY HINTS DAILY 1 Test water and if necessary add shock 2 Ensure p
7. starting minute of economy mode Press e to go to the next screen Press to set the ending hour of economy mode Press gt to select minutes and to set the end ing minute of economy mode Press OQ to save the settings j This submenu allows you to personalize operating settings of your spa hot tub dis play epo eco o T y Display y Display Im Display p Disploy Contrast Backlight Video Orientation Eu 2 R Reverse P Normal 20 20 tel a Screen Displays These settings allow you to adjust the properties of the display Contrast Backlight Video Orientation Press to set amount of contrast on the display Press 20 to go to the next screen Press to set the intensity of the backlight for night viewing Press 20 to go to the next screen Press to set a normal or inverse video display Press e to go to the next screen Press to set a normal or inverted display Press ug e to save the settings 23 HYDROPOOL KEYPAD SUBMENUS r Sound S Sound Keypad Alarm gt On gt On Li 1 2 c D 2 2 Sound Screens These settings control how the audible beep functions You can assign a beep to each keypad press and an audible alarm for warnings Keypad Press to turn the keypad audible beep on off Press 20 to go to the next screen Alarm Press to turn the audible alarm on off Press to save the settings
8. One method to determine the approximate length of time between water changes is to divide the water volume in liters of your hot tub by 13 5 and then divide by the average number of bathers each day Formula 8 2 138 5 4 2s D Volume of water in litres Average daily bathers Days between water changes EXAMPLE 1000 liters divided by 13 5 divided by 2 37 days The hot tub water must be changed when the amount of dissolved solids becomes excessive and is usually indicated by gray or dull looking water DRAINING YOUR HOT TUB HYDROPOOL EXCLUSIVE QUICK DRAIN amp FILL REFER TO DIAGRAM OVERVIEW e Requires the use of 2 garden hoses drain hose and fill hose e While first garden hose is draining old water from hot tub second hose is used to wash down interior surface of the hot tub and for fresh water fill REFER TO FIGURE 1 amp FIGURE 2 1 Locate nearest drain facility Check your local bylaws 2 Put the hot tub control system into STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode The system will automatically exit Standby Mode after 1 hour and resume normal operating functions 3 Remove the skimmer basket so that the hole beneath it is accessible and insert the 10 rubber expansion plug provided 4 Attach garden hose to hose bib located on plumbing line beside the hot tub control system Run garden hose to drain location Open hose bib Close pump1 return gate valve next to the hose bib this directs the water
9. The following pages contain valuable information and pointers that will save you both time and money as well as help you to simplify upkeep and maintenance Since we manufactured our first hot tub in 1985 the Hydropool team has been dedicated to producing a quality product catering to maximum hydrotherapy comfort energy efficiency and ease of operation We are confident that as you become more familiar with the various safety and maintenance features of your new hot tub you will be satisfied that you made the right decision in purchasing a Hydropool hot tub Happy hot tubbing LA Le David Jackson HYDROPOOL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your physiological response to hot water is subjective and depends on your age health and medical history If you don t know your tolerance to hot water or if you get a headache or become dizzy or nauseous when using your hot tub get out and cool off immediately WARNINGS HYPERTHERMIA 1 Children should NOT use a hot tub Since your hot tub can be set to reach temperatures of 40 C 104 without alert adult supervision F users should be aware that extended submersion in water that 2 Children should not enter a hot tub where water exceeds normal body temperature can lead to hyperthermia temperature exceeds body temperature 37 C 98 6 F The causes symptoms and effects of hyperthermia may be de 3 Prolonged immersion in water temperatures in scribed as fol
10. a physician before using a hot exit the hot tub immediately tub 9 People with infectious diseases should not use a hot tub 10 Exercise caution when entering or exiting a hot tub Where practical install a safety grab bar or handrail Turn off the jets before entering the hot tub to improve visibility of the steps or flat entry area 11 To avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a hot tub 12 Pregnant women should consult a physician before using a hot tub 13 Do not use a hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise 14 Do not permit or use electric appliances such as a light telephone radio or television within 1 5 m 5 ft of this hot tub unless such appliances are rated at 12VDC or less 15 Test the GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter monthly 16 Post emergency phone numbers for Police Fire Dept and Ambulance at the nearest phone 17 Maintain water chemistry balance in accordance with manufacturer s instruction THE USE OF ALCOHOL DRUGS OR MEDICATION CAN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE THE RISK OF FATAL HYPERTHERMIA HYDROPOOL CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION Your Hydropool hot tub can be installed indoors or out on the ground in the ground or half and half The following information will assist you in choosing the right location for your individual needs When making your decision always remember that hot tubs can be enjoyed year round indoors or out reg
11. be fully or par tially submerged in floor so that it does not dominate the room This will also provide greater overhead clearance for entry and exit to and from the hot tub It is beneficial to have the hot tub room located near wash room and shower facilities The hot tub room should have a floor drain to handle splash water a window outside exhaust fan or humidistat controlled exhaust fan for ventilation Where this is not practical the use of indoor outdoor carpeting or a tile floor and the opening of a window while the hot tub cover is removed should be suffi cient You should not have concerns regarding humidity When the hardcover is installed no humidity will escape During use the small amount of humidity released into the room can be removed with the use of a dehumidifier Consider plumbing a water tap and drain location nearby to facilitate draining and top up e Always provide adequate ventilation for the support equip ment Consult your local Hydropool retailer for further information OUTDOOR INSTALLATIONS Contact your local building code department to determine if a building permit is necessary and for information on applica ble bylaws distance from property lines buildings fencing requirements etc e If you are doing any excavating contact your local gas electric and cable company to ensure that there are no un derground lines Locate the hot tub where practical within close distance of a door t
12. ensure that there is air and water flow to the ozone jet and ice bucket filter niche drains for proper per formance WATERFALL CONTROL OPTION If your hot tub was ordered with the optional waterfall feature then you will have a waterfall flow control valve The waterfall fea ture was designed to provide a gentle cascade of water over the neck and shoulder area Simply turn the top of the control clockwise for less water flow and counterclockwise for more water flow 29 HYDROPOOL HYDROPOOL SURROUND SOUND AUDIO amp AUDIO VIDEO SYSTEMS PLEASE NOTE For all audio and video configurations please reference the printed addendum 30 HYDROPOOL HOT TUB WATER BALANCE GENERAL OVERVIEW NOTABLE POINTS The reliability and longevity of your hot tub support equipment are directly related to how well water quality is maintained e The small volume of water in your hot tub is easily affected by the introduction of oils lotions perspiration and chemicals It is imperative that you give your hot tub regular attention to main tain clean safe and balanced water to prevent premature dam age and or failure corrosion calcification to the support equip ment Maintaining proper hot tub water balance and sanitizer levels is extremely important Neglected hot water will allow bacteria to quickly spread he mineral content of hot tub water increases due to water evaporation sanitizers and other chemicals If the mineral con cent
13. ing dirt particles Do not use a wire brush or other devise to clean cartridge element Do not put in dishwasher or washing ma chine RE INSTALLATION 11 Place the cartridge filter back into the filter housing 12 Replace the filter housing lid pushing it down to seat en suring that the lid o ring does not become twisted 13 Hydropool recommends that the lid o ring be lubricated with a non petroleum based lubricant ie Silicone gel when it becomes dry This will help to prevent twisting and pinching as the lid is installed and significantly increase longevity of the o ring 14 Install the filter lock ring turning clockwise until the lock tab snaps into place 15 Close the air vent bleeder valve 16 Take the system out of STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode 17 When the pump starts circulating on low speed it will be necessary to release trapped air in the filter Carefully loosen the air vent bleeder valve counter clockwise until there is the hissing sound of air escaping Once there is a steady stream of water close the vent valve ensuring that the o ring does not become pinched 35 LOCKING rrr RING T 1 TID AIR VENT VALVE FILTER LID BUILT IN CHEMICAL DISPENSER CARTRIDGE FILTER ELEMENT FILTER HOUSING CLEANING THE ACRYLIC SURFACE The acrylic surface can be cleaned and polished using a soft cloth and acrylic cleaner available at your Hydropool retailer Important Do not use detergents the
14. large enough to accommodate a ser vice person When your hot tub is to be installed above ground the cabi net is designed for both protection and accessibility When your hot tub is to be installed fully or partially in the ground if you are relocating the equipment remotely from the hot tub or if you have ordered a hot tub without REMOTE EQUIPMENT PLACEMENT Whenever possible install the pump s and control with heater below water level to ensure easy priming and maximize perform ance Where above grade equipment location is necessary please ensure that your hot tub is equipped with the Remote Above Grade Equipment Package The equipment should be located as close to the hot tub as possible to maximize jet performance Where you have ordered your hot tub with optional remote equipment ensure that the equipment is not located more than 3 m 10 ft from the hot tub Use only 2 in flex pipe or larger for the pipe runs from the equipment to the hot tub with minimal use of elbows or other pipe restrictions Install protective waterproof conduit to house applicable cords or line extensions such as the sensor and top side control cables light wires or ozone tubing In climates where freeze thaw occurs we recommend that remote plumbing lines be buried below the frost line and that pipe insulation is applied over all pipes that run from the hot tub to the remote equipment to help maintain energy efficiency UNLOADING
15. need to follow step 1 to power up the unit For IN XM spa pack models you will need to press the button on the IN K600 main control to activate system first and then follow the sequence below 1 ON OFF Press 1 The Blower starts at maximum Speed LED ON Press 2 The blower stops LED OFF 2 TO CONTROL SPEED Press 1 and hold Speed goes up or down LED ON when pressing Release pressure at the desired speed 3 TO CONTROL PULSATION Press 1 Slow Pulsation Cycle LED ON Press 2 Quick Pulsation Cycle LED Flashes Press 3 Pulsation Cycle OFF LED OFF 2d HYDROPOOL JET AND FEATURE OPERATION JE Ozone Cluster Jet Cluster Storm Cluster Storm Directional Jet Pulsator Jet Jet J a Poly Storm Poly Storm Multi Poly Storm Rifle Acupressure Jet Massage Jet Jet JET WATER FLOW ADJUSTMENT Your Hydropool hot tub features adjustable water flow on specific hydrotherapy jets To reduce the flow grasp the outer flange of the jet and turn clockwise approximately a 1 4 turn When it hits the stop the jet is considered closed and flow will be restricted To increase the flow from the closed position turn the jet counterclockwise approximately 1 4 turn When it hits the stop the jet is open and there is maximum jet flow Do not attempt to turn the jet past the stop as this will unclip the jet internal from the socket All Hydropool hot tubs are shipped from the factory with the jets in the ope
16. on a reinforced concrete pad to eliminate lifting of the hot tub due to hydrostatic ground water pres sure If you are not 10096 confident that your hot tub is properly winterized please consult your authorized HYDROPOOL Hot Tub Retailer Caution recommends that an au thorized Hydropool Retailer winter ize your hot tub in the initial year Damage as a result of freezing is not covered by the warranty 39 HYDROPOOL GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL SYMPTOM No Power G F C l Trip No Circulation Jet Surge No Heat or Erratic Heat Noisy Motor Digital Top Side No Longer Displays Digital Temperature Display is Erratic or Flashing POSSIBLE REASON S Breaker off at main panel or fuse out Improper wiring Fuse blown in control G F C I tripped Short or ground in system Faulty G F C Pump is not primed air lock Gate valves are closed Water level is too low Skimmer obstructed or closed Water level too low Blockage in plumbing lines Suction gate valve partially closed Cartridge filter requires cleaning Blockage in plumbing line Suction Return valve partially closed Low water level Faulty sensor Damaged or worn bearings Low voltage Low water level Frozen pump Improper connection Electrical brown out Water temperature has exceeded set point 40 ACTION Verify tha
17. remaining residues will adversely affect water chemistry making it difficult to maintain proper water balance e Do Not use abrasive cleaners damage to the acrylic surface will occur SAFETY HARD COVER When a hot tub is uncovered over 9096 of heat is lost from the water surface This evaporation also affects the chemical balance and could create humidity problems indoors HY DROPOOL Safety Hard Covers are engineered for maximum thermal efficiency and appearance They are hinged in the middle for easier han dling and the zip fastener allows the tapered foam inserts to be changed if damaged The skirt of the safety hard cover hugs the lip of the hot tub for a tight fit The handles are placed so that even one person can easily carry a large cover The locks with one part fastened to the deck or skirt prevent small children or animals from entering the hot tub Do not drag the safety hard cover across the hot tub or deck ing Fold the cover first then lift by the handles Standing on the hardcover could cause the tapered foam inserts to crack which will lead to water absorption NEVER LEAN OR STAND ON YOUR HARDCOVER The cover should be cleaned at least twice a year with a vinyl moisturizer and protector HYDROPOOL CHANGING THE HOT TUB WATER A hot tub should be drained every 8 12 weeks depending on size and amount of use If your hot tub is used daily or by a large number of bathers the water should be drained more often
18. tablets adjust initially to 5 allow water to circulate for 3 to 4 hours then test The tablets will dissolve slowly over a 10 14 day period de pending on setting and use of the hot tub 5 Test pH and Total Alkalinity and adjust accordingly HYDROPOOL GLOSSARY OF COMMON WATER MAINTENANCE TERMS 1 CHLORINE in granular liquid or puck tablet form is an oxidant and biocidal agent It is very effective and fast acting Recom mended chlorine residual level is 3 0 to 5 0 ppm 2 CHLORAMINES a compound formed when chlorine combines with nitrogen or ammonia present in the water When allowed to go unchecked it causes eye and skin irritation and is indicated by a strong chlorine odor 3 ONE PART BROMINE also available in puck tablet form is another type of oxidant biocidal agent and is introduced into the hot tub water via a brominator Recommended bromine residual level is 3 0 to 5 0 ppm 4 TWO PART BROMINE composed of a liquid or powder component introduced manually into the water on a weekly basis and a granular component that is added daily or as the hot tub is used 5 BROMAMINES are formed when bromine destroys nitrogen bearing organic matter Unlike chloramines bromamines don t cause eye irritation however when allowed to go unchecked will cause an objectionable odour 6 SHOCK the practice of adding an oxidizing agent to hot tub water to destroy ammonia nitrogenous and organic contaminants chloramines and bromam
19. the hot tub heat control at the topside panel to the desired water temperature Adjust water balance pH TA calcium hardness to recom mended levels and add sanitizer once the water temperature reaches 20 C 68 F See section HOT TUB WATER MAINTENANCE e The hot tub will require 8 10 hours to reach the desired temperature Keep insulated safety hard cover on the hot tub and the air controls closed during the entire heat up process HYDROPOOL HYDROPOOL SELF CLEAN SERIES CONTROL SYSTEMS NORTH AMERICA EUROPE HYDROPOOL SELF CLEAN IN XE SPA PACK SERIES INITIAL START UP Before applying voltage to power up your hot tub it is very important that you understand the sequence of events that occur when the system is activated in order that the pump can be primed efficiently and damage to the system can be avoided At initial power up the system will do a lamp test where all of the segments and LED s are lighting up Then the system will show the software part number 85 the software revi sion r3 and then the low level selection L1 After the initial software indicators are shown the display will flash between temperature F and time 12 00 pm This display is indicating that the system is in PUMP PRIM ING MODE In this mode pump 2 if installed will run for one minute and then it will turn off and the system will activate pump 1 to run for one minute before automatically exiting and entering th
20. and type must be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code or the Canadian Electrical Code and all Federal State Provincial and local codes and regula tions in effect at the time of installation SIEMENS 240 VOLT TYPICAL TIVA NOTE THIS The white Neutral wire i Tram the back of the GFC AUST be 4 Con mec eg zo ar Incoming Line P MeuiraL The miermal mecianism of gt ihe GFICI requires Mls neutral L m connection The GPC will not work ra witiaut R AAN ALA S S From LINE 2 INPUT MENECESN Electric Service Panel m LINE 1 INPUT n or Other Source tod GROUND INPUT NR More Ground bar included suse be znzzzlledl f in panel GROUND TO SPA 4 eee n To hot tub 120 volts support N LOAD NEUTRAL 240 volts een i 120 volis F LOAD 1 10 HYDROPOOL elf cleanin t tub a hot t EUROPE R C D INSTALLATION TYPICAL Important Note Installation of the R C D Circuit Breaker including ampere sizing and selection of conductor size and type must be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with National Regional and Local Codes and Regulations in effect at the time of installation House Breaker Box e e hager COTM 1643586 25A lin 003A amp mmm amp Neutral Ground BROWN Hot BROWN Load BLUE Neutral GREEN YELLOW Gro
21. ardless of the climate Many Hydro pool owners report that their favourite time to use a hot tub is in the cooler fall and winter months while others praise the enjoyment of using their hot tub in the warmer spring and summer months INDOOR LOCATIONS If members of your family are not cold weather enthusi asts or if your backyard or patio area is not suitable for a hot tub installation then an indoor location for your hot tub may be your best or only choice You may wish to create an exercise spa area in your home or install your hot tub in a glass solarium or four season room adjoining your home Indoor installations not only add a unique look and appeal OUTDOOR LOCATIONS For a variety of reasons outdoor locations are a far more popular choice Some of the reasons include e Limited indoor space Delivery complications due to door openings stairwells etc Limited budget indoor installations usually also involve interior home renovations Desire for an outdoor entertainment center Hot tub is being installed adjacent to an existing or planned swimming pool Concerns over splashing water inside the home to your home they provide the privacy and controlled cli mate to ensure that use and enjoyment of your hot tub is maximized If you should choose an indoor location you will find further information as outlined in the section SPECIAL CONSID ERATIONS FOR INDOOR INSTALLATIONS For those who choose an ou
22. ase trapped air from the filter housing by carefully loosening the small black air vent bleeder valve located on the top of the filter housing When water begins to escape close the air vent valve 21 In the unlikely event of a pump air lock pump 1 is operat ing but there is no water movement from the jets refer to section PUMP PRIMING RELEASING AN AIR LOCK t may be necessary to put system into STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode in order to remove plug FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 WATER SOFTENERS Never fill a hot tub with water from a water softener as it could adversely effect the water chemistry making it difficult to maintain proper water balance If you live in an area with hard or soft water give careful attention to your Calcium Hardness level Topping up with soft water is acceptable HYDROPOOL selt cleanin us a nor 1 HYDROPOOL EXCLUSIVE QUICK DRAIN AND SELF CLEANING MODE INDICATOR FILTER CARTRIDGE FILL HOSE CHEMICAL FEEDER OZONATOR DRAIN HOSE PUMP HEATER SKIMMER PRE FILTER FLOOR VACUUM THE SELF CLEANING MODE INDICATOR This worry free indicator is located on the access panel of cabinet equipped spas displays that the Self Clean and Eco Heat Systems are both functioning Reassuring you of your family s safety and protection 37 HYDROPOOL CABINET WING LOCKS The high quality wing locks provided on your Hydropool Hot Tub cabinet not only firmly secure the equipment access panel they a
23. creens Your spa hot tub can be programmed to specify how long it filters the water each day filter cycle Four pages of menus control when the filter cycle turns on off start time how long it runs each time it turns on duration how many times per day cycles should run frequency default is 12 00 AM 2 hours 2 times day Note When your spa hot tub starts a filter cycle the pumps turn on for about one minute to purge the plumbing lines Start Duration Frequency Press to set the starting hour of the Filter Cycle press gt to select minutes and then press to set the starting minute Press 20 to go to the next screen Press to set the duration of each Filter Cycle i e whenever a cycle runs how long should it run Press to go to the next screen Press to set the number of times each day the Filter Cycle runs 2 recom mended Press 20 to go to the next screen 27 HYDROPOOL Economy S Economy Start Stop 12 00 12 00 amp eie Economy Screens Economy mode allows you to automatically set back your spa hot tub water temperature by 10 F every day for a certain period of time to help you lower operating costs Remember to select Economy Mode times that differ from your normal bathing times Start Stop Display Sound Regional Security Press to set the starting hour of economy mode Press gt to select minutes Press to set the
24. d as the cabinet could be damaged Never lift or handle the hot tub by the plumbing e Make sure that there is sufficient assis tance to gently slide the hot tub off the dolly or cart to the support base without any dam age HYDROPOOL IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY COMES FIRST WHEN INSTALLING amp USING THIS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MUST ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS 2 Electrical installation must be completed by a qualified elec trician in accordance with all National Regional and Local Codes and Regulations in effect at the time of installation 3 Connect only to a dedicated circuit protected by a class A two pole ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI 4 Use copper conductors only 5 The hot tub equipment and all electrical plugs outlets and lights within 1 5m 5ft of the unit must be G F C I protected Consult your electrician or local electrical authority for further details 6 A green colored terminal or a terminal marked Q GR Ground or Grounding is located inside the supply termi nal box or compartment To reduce the risk of electric shock this terminal must be connected to the grounding means provided in the electric supply service panel with a continu ous copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying the equipment 7 At least two lugs marked BONDING LUGS are provided on the external surface or o
25. damage and or serious personal injury M FACTORY INSTALLED J PLUMEING d POURED 4 SLAB LEVELING YOUR HYDROPOOL HOT TUB After the hot tub is properly positioned on the support base the entire unit should be checked with a level and shimmed as necessary Should you find that the support base is sloped or otherwise uneven level your hot tub using TAPERED wood shims where necessary ensuring that the tapered end extends at least 61 cm 24 in under the unit This will insure contact with the support substructure to appro priately distribute the weight of the unit Do not just shim under the cabinet base outside edge as this will cause structural stress on the unit potentially causing unwarrantable damage to the hot tub structure and or shell HYDROPOOL EQUIPMENT ACCESSIBILITY AND PROTECTION The equipment must be located in an area where it will remain dry and will not be exposed to rain snow or ground water The standard Hydropool hot tub has the equipment installed inside the protective cedar cabinet a cabinet it is necessary that the equipment is installed in an area that is dry protected from the elements has proper venti lation and is easily accessible for service Always ensure that the equipment is mounted on a raised base or platform to prevent potential water damage to the mo tor equipment or controls e Ensure that access to the equipment and the working area around the equipment is
26. e hot tub structure For best results we recommend the installation of a level concrete pad e Dig out and level the ground 20 30 cm 8 12 in below your desired base level e Install 10 15 cm 4 6 in of crushed stone e Next install 10 15 cm 4 6 in of poured concrete Level the concrete and apply a broom type finish e We recommend that the pad be made 15 cm 6 in larger than the hot tub on three sides and 1 m 3 ft larger on the side where the access steps and or planters will be installed In regions where freeze thaw occurs or where there will be custom decking abutting the hot tub we recommend the instal lation of sono tubes beneath the pad to prevent shifting IN GROUND amp PARTIAL IN GROUND INSTALLATIONS For units being installed fully or partially in the ground the type of support will again vary based on whether or not the tub is being installed in an area with freeze thaw conditions Hydro pool does not recommend back filing full in ground or partial in ground installations Non freezing climates it is sufficient to ensure that the base of the hole or cavity created for the tub has a dry stable com pacted level base and proper drainage e Climates where freeze thaw occurs it is necessary that a poured level reinforced concrete base complete with concrete footings be installed as outlined in the section ABOVE GROUND INSTALLATIONS Areas with a high ground water table a level co
27. e blower and uses liquid scents To operate the system is very simple 1 To fill begin by opening the cap counterclockwise on the unit and remove There are arrows on the cap to indicate the direction in which to turn the cap to open Then fill the reservoir with your favorite Hydropool liquid scent or equivalent To replace cap perform the reverse of the above directions 2 Now the system is ready to work just push the button to release the scent into the hot tub and repeat to add more liquid scent as desired please note by turning the but ton clockwise you can lock it so that any accidental pushing of the button will not result in adding unwanted liquid scent when not desired To unlock turn button counter clockwise 12 HYDROPOOL salf cleanin t tube a hot t FILTER ICE BUCKET LIDS The filter and ice bucket covers provide that finishing touch to your Hydropool hot tub As the covers are identical to each other simply place over either opening for a finished appearance SAFETY HARDCOVER LOCKS The ASTM safety hard cover is designed to open away from the control area however if the hot tub is symmetri cal in dimension the cover can be oriented to open in Always ensure the safety hard cover is either direction Simply place the cover on the hot tub pull in place and locked whenever the hot the straps down so that they are fully extended then re tub is not being used lease slightly so that there is app
28. e jets DO NOT allow the pumps to continue to run Turn power off at the main house panel or GFCI and try releasing the air again by loosening the union on the dis charge side of the pump s while the motor is not running Turn the power back on If the pump s does not prime after 15 seconds sometimes momentarily turning the pump s off and on will help the system to prime note do not do this more than 5 times e Important Under NO circumstances should the pump s be allowed to operate without priming beyond 5 minutes as this may not only cause unwarrantable damage to the pump it may also cause the control system to go into an overheat condition Definition Priming a pump is a term used to describe the process in which air trapped in the plumbing and pump wetend referred to as an air lock is released allowing the pump to move water efficiently through the plumbing system and to the jets HYDROPOOL RELEASING AIR TRAPPED IN FILTER AIR VENT VALVE 15 e When the pump starts circulating it will be necessary to release trapped air in the filter Carefully loosen the air vent valve counter clockwise until there is the hissing sound of air escaping Once there is a steady stream of water close the vent valve ensuring that the o ring does not become pinched e Turn the Hydrotherapy pump s on and re check for leaks The control system will automatically return the pump s off after 15 minutes Adjust
29. e normal operation mode While in this mode the heater circuit is disabled to allow the priming process to be completed without the possibility of energizing the heater element during low flow or no flow conditions The system will not automatically activate any of the functions however by pushing the pad on the topside control the pump can be manually activated to facilitate priming Definition Priming a pump is a term used to describe the process in which air trapped in the plumbing and pump wet end referred to as an air lock is released allowing the pump to move water efficiently through the plumbing system and to the jets 16 ve HYDROPOOL aae C EC AC Xf HYDROPOOL ES NC CECUC EC TEMPERATURE CONTROL AN FUNCTIONALITY AND ADJUSTMENT After you manually exit or the system auto matically exits Priming Mode your hot tub will automatically heat to the factory preset default temperature of 38 C 100 F The topside panel will briefly show the default tempera ture and then the display will show F and time 12 00 pm Note that the water temperature is not yet displayed as the system requires approximately 2 minutes of water flow through the heater to determine temperature After 2 minutes the display will show the current measured water tempera ture Press the keypad to increase the temperature to the desired setting The heat indicator light on the topside panel will turn on indicating
30. er cycle will start immediately and the filter indicator will show up on the topside display STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST MODE A long press of 5 seconds will enable the STANDBY MODE This mode allows you to stop all outputs including all automatic functions such as a filter cycle heating re quests and smart winter mode purging for 30 minutes to perform quick spa maintenance When the STANDBY MODE is activated the display will toggle between the OFF message the CLOCK and the water temperature Press either Pump 1 or the Pump 2 key to restart the sys tem before the expiration of the 30 minute delay The spa light will flash a few seconds before the end of the 30 min utes to warn you the system is about to resume its normal operation and the display will then show ON for 3 sec onds Once the OFF mode is enabled a quick press of the Pump 1 key will activate the DRAIN MODE and the filtra tion pump will turn on and run for 30 minutes If your tub has not been completely drained down you can simply press the Pump 1 button again to continue the cycle A PROGRAMMING PURGE CYCLES To program the purge cycles you must select the fre quency During a purge cycle the pumps run for one min ute PURGE CYCLE FREQUENCY Press and hold the LIGHT key until the display shows Fx with x representing the number of purge cycles per day up to 4 Use the UP or DN key to change the setting When the desired set
31. g a Your HYDROPOOL Hot Tub is self supporting on its base The cabinet should be decorative only not for sup port Never suspend the hot tub from the deck or cabinet b Where the hot tub is not equipped with a factory in stalled cabinet it is the installer s responsibility to ensure all electrical equipment is weather protected c Always provide adequate access for servicing the support equipment d Decking should be constructed to allow repair access around the entire hot tub e In remote equipment or no cabinet installations you may add extra insulation but the equipment area must have adequate cross flow ventilation 6 Installation of a safety grab rail or reachable support for use when entering or exiting the hot tub is recommended 7 A nearby garden hose connection is recommended for fill ing and topping up the hot tub The hot tub equipment and all electrical plugs outlets and lights within 1 5m 5ft of the hot tub must be G F C I protected Con sult your electrician or local electrical au thority for further details Access to the hot tub must always be secured Outdoors in accordance with local property by laws and or via an approved fence with a self closing gate and a safety hardcover Indoors by a lockable door and a safety hardcover SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS INDOOR INSTALLATIONS e When the hot tub is to be installed in a small room under 150 ft2 14 m2 we recommend that large units
32. ines 7 pH alogarithmic value expressing the relative acidity or basicity of a substance such as hot tub water as indicated by the hydro gen ion concentration pH is expressed as a number on a scale of 0 to 14 where 0 is most acidic 1 to 7 being acidic 7 considered neutral 7 to 14 being basic and 14 being most basic The ideal range for hot tub water is 7 4 to 7 6 ppm 8 pH INCREASER raises the pH level of the water pH DECREASER lowers the pH level of the water 10 TOTAL ALKALINITY TA the amount of carbonate bicarbonate and hydroxide compounds present in the water that deter mines the ability or capacity of the water to resist change in pH Also known as the buffering capacity 11 ALKALINITY BOOSTER raises the alkalinity 12 CALCIUM HARDNESS the calcium portion of the total alkalinity which represents 70 to 75 of total hardness Calcium concen trations determine whether water is soft too little calcium or hard too much calcium 13 CALCIUM BOOSTER increases the calcium level 14 TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS TDS a measure of the total amount of dissolved matter in the water calcium carbonates bicar bonates magnesium metallic compounds etc 15 SEQUESTERANTS STAIN AND SCALE CONTROLLERS keeps dissolved metals and minerals in the water from attacking the hot tub shell and support equipment components 16 DEFOAMER removes foam build up from the water surface At best this is a temporary remedy as exces
33. lows excess of 38 C 100 F may be injurious to your Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature health We recommend establishing lower temperatures and of the body reaches several degrees above the normal shorter use periods for young children and or those users po body temperature of 37 C 98 6 F The symptoms of tentially affected by hot temperatures Always confirm water hyperthermia include drowsiness lethargy and an increase in the temperature with an accurate thermometer before entering internal temperature of the body The effects of hyperthermia in your hot tub clude 4 Do not allow children to submerge their head under water 5 Do not use a hot tub unless all suction guards are installed to e Unawareness of impending hazard prevent body and hair entrapment Do not sit in front of oron Failure to perceive heat top of the suction fittings or skimmer as this will obstruct s Ealluredo recoanizeihemesd to exitthe hot tb proper circulation and may result in personal injury uod 09 6 Never operate the hot tub pump at high speed without e Physical inability to exit the hot tub having all suction and return lines open e Fetal damage in pregnant woman 7 Always keep the hardcover installed and locked when the hot e Unconsciousness resulting in the danger of drowning tub is not in use 8 People using medications and or having any adverse If you sense any of the symptoms of hyperthermia safely medical history should consult
34. lso serve as convenient handles for removal and replacement In order to maintain optimum performance and extended life Hydropool recommends lubricating twice annually with a silicone based lubricant RECOMMENDED PRODUCT Super Lube silicone based lubricant or equivalent Available at major retailers CAUTION Do not use a petroleum based lubricant as this will cause premature dete rioration of the lock seal PROTECTING YOUR CABINET WOOD FINISH HYDROPOOL hot tub cabinets are made from Western ce These protective finishes stabilize the wood grain and dar and are factory stained Once stained cedar weathers build a durable breathable water repellent barrier be well and with proper care will maintain its beauty for many tween the wood surface and the elements These prod years In order to maintain the translucent finish and to en ucts are available from your local building supply center hance the wood grain beauty staining must be performed on a regular basis 38 HYDROPOOL WINTERIZING YOUR HYDROPOOL HOT TUB In the event that you do not wish to use your hot tub year round it is very important that you properly winterize to pro tect against damage from freezing Your HYDROPOOL re tailer can perform this service for a nominal fee If you choose to winterize your hot tub yourself please follow the directions outlined below Drain the hot tub entirely see section DRAINING YOUR HOT TUB e Remove and clean the car
35. m are not valid blanks will be displayed until normal readings have been suc cessfully found After verifying pump activation and taking a water tempera ture reading if required the system automatically turns the heater on to reach and maintain water temperature at the set point The heater indicator lights up when the heater is on It flashes when there is a request for more heat but the heater has not started yet HYDROPOOL IN K600 Electronic Control The IN K600 Electronic Control panel uses a paged style menu system to operate and program your spa Basic button functions are described next Mode Menu driven Mode identification selection buttons button Message prompt area information display area mm TEF BE Eti i i en E EDEN s E eie tanta anata en ana na nena tn nn an ena nana nena a a F xt Y k Eu Er c i i yr a 4 ed t Mt PPP E a a a m p E ii E ragress bar Bs Hi d E dad 4 IPAM I T T ETE T T T T T T n T cp Ri Don an e Pn Status Menu driven Next Page icons icons button ans ana Seana satan a Sena aaa ot E m m m 1 m fly M DE ou 24 E 1 i X P die beg Press the Mode button to display the operating modes Spa Options Audio and Smart Winter Pressing the function button described below next to a mode selects that mode Pressing Mode in a menu exits the menu without saving the values Press the corresponding function bu
36. n position JET AIR FLOW ADJUSTMENT Your Hydropool hot tub features adjustable airflow on spe cific hydrotherapy jets To reduce the flow turn the handle on the air control clockwise When it hits the stop the air is closed and airflow will be restricted To increase the flow turn the handle on the air control counter clockwise When it hits the stop the air control is fully opened For maximum operating efficiency the air controls must remain closed when your hot tub is not in use Cluster Storm Rifle 28 a j hri E ee Mini Storm Multi Massage Jet Mini Storm Directional Jet Mini Storm Galaxy Mini Storm Jet Massage Jet LJ 6 5 ei 2 Power Storm Twin Power Storm Rifle Jet Power Storm Resonator Jet INTERCHANGING JET INSERTS A great feature for custom tailoring the jets in your Hydro pool hot tub to suit your personal hydrotherapy needs Jets of like size and dimension may be interchanged with each other for example if you wished to swap a Poly Storm Directional jet for a Poly Storm Twin Roto jet or a Mini Storm Twin Roto jet for a Mini Storm Directional jet CLEANING STAINLESS STEEL JETS amp CONTROLS Use a Cleaner such as Brasso or Stainless Steel Cleaner to bring back the lustre to your Stainless Steel parts weekly This must be done otherwise the stainless steel will discolor and possibly rust due to chemical exposure CLEANING CASCADING WATERFALL JETS 1 Put hot tub in S
37. n the inside of the supply terminal box or compartment To reduce the risk of electric shock connect the local common bonding grid in the area of the hot tub to these terminals with an insulated or bare copper con ductor not smaller than No 6 AWG Canada Europe No 8 AWG USA 8 All field installed metal components such as rails ladders drains or other similar hardware within 3 m 10 ft of the hot tub shall be bonded to the equipment grounding bus with copper conductors not smaller than No 6 AWG WIRE SIZE NORTH AMERICA e The minimum wire size for systems that require a 40A GFCI is 8 3 c w ground also referred to as 8 gauge 4 conductor e The minimum wire size for systems that require a 50A or 60A GFCI is 6 3 c w ground also referred to as 6 gauge 4 con ductor EUROPE e The minimum wire size for European system is 2 5 mm copper wire IMPORTANT NOTE his guide is for standard installations where the wire run is 15 m 50 ft or less For longer wire runs consult a qualified electri cian G F C I R C D APPLICATION GUIDE FOR HYDROPOOL SELF CLEAN SERIES NORTH AMERICA Gold Series Platinum Series Luxury Edition Luxury 60 Jet and Luxury 80 Jet Series EUROPE Gold Series Platinum Series Luxury Edition Luxury 60 Jet and Luxury 80 Jet Series HYDROPOOL NORTH AMERICA GFCI INSTALLATION Installation of the GFCI Circuit Breaker including ampere sizing and selection of conductor size
38. ncrete base as well as a concrete or wood retaining wall to hold back the earth is recommended This forms a box or bunker in which the hot tub is placed ALWAYS ensure that there is good drainage via a properly designed French drain gravel system and or a sump pump to prevent ground water flooding damage to the support equip ment or hot tub structure Install protective waterproof conduit to house light or topside control cables that will be buried Access for future service must be considered at the time of design and installation Difficult access can result in supplemen tal service labor charges not covered by the factory warranty Consider easily removable deck materials Make sure the hot tub or swim spa is tested during 48 hours before you prepare the installation of the surrounding finish deck around your hot tub Even though all units are tested in our plant some transport site handling damage can occur and we suggest you make sure the tub is perfectly waterproof be fore finalizing your installation OVERALL SUPPORT Your Hydropool hot tub is equipped with a factory installed load support substructure which distributes the weight of the water over the entire foot area of the hot tub The cabinet either fac tory installed or customized on site should be decorative only and not relied on for overall support Never suspend a hot tub from a deck or floor by the outer acrylic edge as this will lead to product
39. ness improper pH and or Total Alkalinity lev buildup of body oils or cosmetics Laundry detergent residual in swimwear excess organic contaminants low Calcium Hardness low Calcium Hardness and or low Total Alkalinity presence of metals in water iron cop per etc low Total Alkalinity levels high Total Alkalinity levels 33 Solutions Test and adjust all water balance elements and add floc culent to cause the particles to combine together so they can be filtered out Test these water balance elements and adjust to recom mended parameters Test calcium hardness level and treat with sequesting agent or perform partial drain refill Test water balance and make the appropriate If no water line is present you can try using defoamer to break up the contaminants and then a clarifier to help filter them away If a water line is present the spa may need to be drained and cleaned Either way the filter should be thoroughly cleaned by soaking over night in bleach An oil absorbing sponge can help in preventing this in the future Prevent by running an extra rinse cycle on washing ma chine or re rinse well by hand Some organic matter is prone to causing foamy water as it breaks down in the filter maple leaves especially Generally using defoamer to break up the contaminants then a clarifier To help filter them away followed by thoroughly cleaning your filter will clear up the problem It may however be
40. o the house to maximize potential winter use Ensure that all hot tub support equipment is easily accessi ble and protected from the elements f possible locate the hot tub where you will enjoy some privacy out of the site of neighbours If this is not possible a partial privacy or wind partition or proper placement of the optional Hydropool cover lifter should provide adequate pri vacy The hot tub support equipment is designed for indoor out of the direct elements use When your HYDROPOOL hot tub is equipped with a factory installed cabinet and installed as per the guidelines of this manual the equipment will be ade quately protected If the hot tub is shipped without a cabinet your custom cabinet or other structure must be designed to supply protection for the hot tub support equipment from rain snow splash water etc but still designed in a manner to ensure adequate ventilation HYDROPOOL SITE PREPARATION ABOVE GROUND INSTALLATIONS Where the hot tub is a stand alone above ground installation to be installed in regions where freeze thaw conditions may occur a level patio stone or pre formed paver type base may be sufficient if there is no abutting deck s that could be dam aged during potential seasonal movement of the ground The potential drawback to this type of base is that splash water could eventually de stabilize the ground under the base with the resultant shift of the support base causing damage to th
41. out the drain hose Activate the low speed pump Monitor the hot tub while it drains 0 Use the second garden hose to wash down interior sur face as the hot tub continues to drain A sponge may also be used to wipe down the interior surface N C Co 36 11 To completely flush the old water from the plumbing lines allow fresh water to fill into the foot well area while the old water continues to be pumped out Always keep at least 10cm 4 in of water in the foot well so that pump 1 re mains primed 12 When the water from the drain hose turns clear indicating fresh fill water flush is complete 13 Turn OFF the low speed pump 14 Close the drain hose bib on the hot tub plumbing line and continue filling hot tub with fresh water 15 Place cover on hot tub to avoid splash out 16 Open pump 1 return gate valve 17 Press any button on the topside control panel other than the pump 1 button to take the system out of STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode Pump 1 low speed and the heater will activate to circulate and heat the water while filling continues This also reduces the possibility of an airlock occurring 18 Continue adding fresh fill water until level is approximately 19mm 3 4 in from the top of the skimmer opening 19 Once fill is complete remove the 10 rubber expansion plug from the bottom of the skimmer housing 20 If the filter housing was opened to replace the cartridge filter it will be necessary to rele
42. ration particularly calcium becomes too high the minerals will literally drop or precipitate out of the water and deposit on the hot tub walls plumbing jets in the filter and on the heater element elt is very important that pH be checked frequently and main tained in the recommended range as indicated in the chart WATER BALANCE SUMMARY FOR YOUR HOT TUB It is also very important that Total Alkalinity the ability of the water to resist a change in pH be maintained in the recom mended range as indicated in the chart WATER BALANCE SUMMARY FOR YOUR HOT TUB e Although there may be two identical hot tub models right next door to each other the maintenance requirements will be differ ent dependant on such factors as bather load frequency of use quantity of bathers different body chemistry sun vs shade temperature For these reasons it is very important to develop proper hot tub water maintenance habits and follow your Hydropool retailer s recommended water maintenance procedures Heater and other component failure due to improperly maintained pH or Total Alkalinity is not covered under warranty CHEMICAL HANDLING SAFETY HINTS e Never pre mix chemicals with each other prior to adding to hot tub water e Add only one chemical to the water at a time e Always add chemicals to water and not vice versa e Chemicals may be corrosive so handle with care and store in a cool dark place e Ne
43. roper water level is maintained WEEKLY 1 Test pH and Alkalinity Adjust accordingly 2 Top up chemical dispenser 3 Add sequesterant stain and scale controller 4 Remove and spray cartridge filter with garden hose and re install see section CARTRIDGE FILTER 5 Remove and clean out skimmer basket see section CLEANING THE SKIMMER BASKET 6 Add Shock oxidizing agent 7 Inspect union connections for o ring and gasket leaks Tighten if loose 8 Clean stainless steel controls as indicated on page 28 MONTHLY 1 Soak your filter cartridge in a filter cartridge cleaning solu tion Rinse thoroughly and if possible allow to dry before re installing Hydropool recommends purchasing a second filter so that while the first is cleaning the other is clean and ready to install 34 HOT TUB WATER MAZZEI OZONE INJECTOR CD OZONATOR OZONE MIXING CHAMBER OZONE INJECTOR JET QUARTERLY 1 Drain hot tub at least once per quarter and clean the acrylic shell surface with a non abrasive cleaner de signed specifically for acrylic surfaces See sections CHANGING THE HOT TUB WATER and DRAINING YOUR HOT TUB CLEANING THE SKIMMER BASKET 1 Activate the STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode 2 Remove the skimmer basket by pulling the weir door for ward and pulling the basket up and towards the front 3 Remove debris from basket Note Avoid hitting the basket against objects to knock debris loose as this may damage the
44. ropool Surround Sound Audio and Audio Video Systems Section optional Hot Tub Water Balance General Overview Initial Fill Glossary of Common Water Maintenance Terms Water Balance Summary for your Hot Tub chart Water Balance Troubleshooting Corona Discharge Ozone Technology Routine Hot Tub Maintenance Daily Weekly Monthly Quarterly Cleaning the Skimmer Basket Cartridge Filter Removal Cleaning Re installation Cleaning the Acrylic Surface Safety Hard Cover Changing your Hot Tub Water Draining your Hot Tub Water Hydropool Exclusive Quick Drain and Self Cleaning Mode Indicator Wood Products Cabinet Wing Locks Protecting your Cabinet Wood Finish Winterizing your Hydropool Hot Tub General Troubleshooting What to do in the event of Power Fluctuations Cold Weather Power Failure 37 38 38 39 40 41 HYDROPOOL self cleanir 1g hot tubs On behalf of everyone at the company we thank you for your decision to purchase a Hydropool hot tub Recognized for quality worldwide we are confident that your new hot tub will provide you your family and friends with years of enjoyment and fulfill all your hydrotherapy needs Hydropool hot tubs are not only healthful and relaxing they can even add value to your home Please take the time to carefully read and understand all the safety installation and operating instruc tions in this manual before electrically connecting your hot tub and adding water
45. roximately 6 mm 1 4 in of slack Mark the position on the cabinet and fasten the receiver clip with the screws provided OPTIONAL COVER REMOVER Hydropool offers several different devices to assist in the removal of the safety hard cover Please refer to the instructions supplied with your particular cover remover for installation For further information contact your local Hydropool retailer 13 HYDROPOOL self cleaning hot tub FILLING CHECKING AND STARTING YOUR HOT TUB HOSE BIB PROPER WATER LEVEL FILLING When adding water for the first time the hot tub should be filled through the skimmer opening helps to prevent air locks using a standard garden hose turning the tap on slowly to prevent damage to the surface by a jerking hose connection Pull up the handles on the intake and return gate valves handles are pulled up when valves are open and pushed down when valves are closed e Ensure the drain hose bib is closed Ensure that all jets are open See section JET amp FEATURE OPERATION e Fill the hot tub to the recommended level as indicated by the MIN and MAX marks on the weir door of the skimmer opening 14 CHECKING e Although your hot tub was thoroughly water tested in the factory some loosening of fittings can occur during shipping Before any decking tiling or carpeting is completed around the installation fill and operate your hot tub to test for leaks this ensures ea
46. sage Should this occur or if the display shows partial messages try resetting the system by turning power to the hot tub off waiting a few minutes then turning power on again If this does not reset the system contact your local Hydropool retailer or service organization leave unattended POWER FAILURE OR SYSTEM FAULT DURING COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS If your control system will not reset ie GFCI trips or if your pump will not circulate for any other reason place a low wattage space heater under the cabinet in the equipment area This will delay the risk of freezing while a service ap pointment is scheduled Always follow the manufacturers instructions when locating and placing a portable electric space heater into service Ensure that safe clearance to combustible surfaces is maintained Do not NOTES 4 HYDROPOOL NOTES 42
47. settings 25 HYDROPOOL INFORMATION SUBMENUS 1 Info WE Info Boo Spa Heater Keypad Number 502 Number 501 Number 566 Version 1200 Version 1 00 Version 20 1 5 2 5 3 5 Information Submenus Pages These sub menus allow you to view spa hot tub equipment data such as the electronic controller heater and key pad software version You can also reset all programmed settings back to default factory values and finally to up grade keypad software Keypad Default d nb This submenu allows you to reset the keypad setting to the factory default ane Press OK button to reset the keypad to the factory defaults Press 2 amp to go die to the next screen 4 5 Keypad Upgrade This submenu allows service personnel to perform a firmware upgrade on the keypad This action should be performed by authorized service personnel only Press the X button to abort the upgrade Press the OK button to start the upgrade Press ao to save the settings SMART WINTER MODE If the system sensor located inside controller detects ambient conditions below 42 F it automatically enters the Smart Winter Mode for a period of 24 hours In this mode the pumps runs for one minute several times per day to prevent water from freezing in the pipes 26 HYDROPOOL self cleaning hot tub VARIABLE AIR THERAPY SYSTEM CONTROL FUNCTIONS NOTE For IN XE spa pack the blower has dedicated power already supplied to the keypad and you only
48. sive foam is merely a symptom of improper water balance typically high organic residue and or high pH 17 CARTRIDGE FILTER CLEANER degreases and cleans cartridge filters 18 OZONATOR generates Ozone a gaseous molecule composed of 3 atoms of oxygen and is injected into the hot tub water for the oxidation of water contaminants 19 TEST KIT used to monitor specific chemical residual or demands in the water May be in the form of litmus strips or liquid drops 20 PPM abbreviation for parts per million the unit of measurement used in chemical testing which indicates the parts by weight in relation to one million parts by weight of water Essentially identical to the term mg L milligrams per liter WATER BALANCE SUMMARY FOR YOUR HOT TUB SANITIZER ppm IDEAL Chlorine 3 0 5 0 Bromine 6 0 10 0 CHEMICAL PH 7 4 7 6 7 8 Total Alkalinity TA 80 120 180 Total Dissolved Solids TDS 1000 2000 3000 Calcium Hardness 200 400 500 1000 National Spa amp Pool Institute recommended levels for residential spas hot tubs 32 Problem Cloudy Water high Total Alkalinity high pH levels high Calcium Hardness Scale White Grayish Deposit Skin Eye Irritation Excessive Foam Corrosion Etching Discoloured Water Clear v turbid water Unstable pH pH resistant to changing HYDROPOOL WATER BALANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Possible Causes microscopic particles too small to filter Out high Calcium Hard
49. sy access and inexpensive correction Check all union connections and plumbing for minor leaks In the event of a leak ensure all union connections and pump plugs are tight and all o rings gaskets are in place STARTING Before applying voltage to power up your hot tub it is very important that you understand the sequence of events that occur when the system is activated in order that the pump can be primed efficiently and damage to the system can be avoided e Turm the main power on at your electrical panel e Follow the control instructions for your particular model hot tub to put the pump into low speed See section HYDROPOOL CONTROL SYSTEMS PUMP PRIMING RELEASING AN AIR LOCK On some systems a message will appear on the display indicating that the system is in PUMP PRIMING MODE This mode will last for 4 to 5 minutes before automatically entering the normal operation mode See complete details for your spa in section HYDROPOOL CONTROL SYS TEMS When the hot tub pump is located below water level the water should start circulating immediately If the motor works but you do not notice water circulation within the first 15 sec onds the pump may require priming due to trapped air referred to as an air lock To prime inset 2 open the hose bib to allow trapped air to escape Close as soon as the water flow from the jets becomes regular If the pumps have not primed after 2 minutes and water is not flowing from th
50. t breaker and or GFCI are on If there is still no power contact your Hydropool retailer or a qualified electri cian As above contact qualified electrician or your Hydropool retailer See PUMP PRIMING RELEASE AN AIR LOCK Open gate valves Top up water to proper level See CLEANING SKIMMER BASKET e Add water to correct level Check gate valves and or skimmer basket Pull gate valve handle up all the Way Clean amp reinstall Contact your Hydropool retailer Ensure valves are open Top up water level Contact your Hydropool retailer Contact your Hydropool retailer or a qualified electrician Contact qualified electrician Top up water level Thaw out Contact your Hydropool retailer Reset GFCI OFF ON Decrease filter cycle and or add cold water If condition continues contact Hydropool retailer HYDROPOOL GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF POWER FLUCTUATIONS The power supply into your home is for the most part fairly consistent However when local power demand is high there is a tendency for the voltage entering your home to drop sometimes significantly or fluctuate This condition is referred to as a brown out Although safeguards have been built into the system to protect against this condition supply voltage may drop low enough if even for a second to cause the system to display a ghost mes
51. tand By Mode 2 Rotate outer ring of Cascading Jet Counter Clockwise to remove cover 3 Grab center nozzle with Needle nose pliers or tweezers pull out and clean then rinse 4 Reassemble in reverse order ACCUPRESSURE SEQUENCE MASSAGE FILTER This filter must be cleaned at each drain and refill of your hot tub to ensure proper functionality of the Accupressure Sequence Massage It is located behind the door in the equipment area To access the filter screen turn large canister section of the assembly counter clockwise till the apparatus separates revealing screen filter Run filter un der tap to clean out any debris and reassemble in reverse order HYDROPOOL coabtrlaanin 7 yg self cleaning hot tubs JET INSERT REMOVAL amp REPLACEMENT POLY MINI STORM DIRECTIONAL amp TWIN ROTO POWER STORM MASSAGE amp TWIN ROTO TO REMOVE e Turn the jet counter clockwise to unclip amp pull out of socket TO RE INSTALL Push the jet into the socket until it snaps into place ensuring the square pin on the back of the jet lines up with the groove in the socket flange DIVERTER VALVE When your HYDROPOOL hot tub is equipped with a diverter valve it allows you to direct the flow of the water so that it increases the power of the jets on the CAPTAINS CHAIR or on the LOUNGER or a combination of the two Simply turn the valve left or right Always return the valve handle to the middle position before exiting the hot tub to
52. tdoor location hot tub operat ing temperatures can be adjusted to match the season In colder months many owners will operate their hot tub in the range of 38 40 C 101 104 F During warmer months an operating temperature of 36 37 C 97 99 F will provide a refreshing retreat If you should choose an outdoor location you will find further information as outlined in the section SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR OUTDOOR INSTALLATIONS HYDROPOOL GENERAL INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS 1 Your HYDROPOOL Hot Tub is a self contained pre plumbed unit so that no on site plumbing connections to the residen tial water supply or drain are required 2 Ensure that your HYDROPOOL Hot Tub is properly sup ported by either a level concrete pad or a properly con structed deck capable of supporting 1220 kg m2 250 Ibs ft 2 If there is a possibility that the pad could shift by freez ing thawing ground movement such as in clay regions and or areas with high water tables concrete footings extending below the frost line are recommended 3 Decking should be chosen and constructed in a manner that minimizes the chance of slipping or falling 4 Level your hot tub using wood shims where necessary en suring that the tapered end extends at least 61 cm 24 in under the unit 5 f you do not have a factory installed insulated cabinet it is assumed that you are building your own custom cabinet tiling or decking Please consider the followin
53. that the display shows the desired temperature NOT the current water temperature To Check Change the Set Temperature The last measured temperature is constantly displayed on the topside panel When this pad is pressed once any time during normal operation the display will show the set tem perature for 5 seconds Press this pad a second time to in crease or decrease the set temperature To change the di rection of the temperature settings ie lower vs raise the temperature allow the display to revert back to the current water temperature then press the pad again The temperature can be adjusted from 15 C 59 F to 40 C 104 F in 0 5 C 1 F increments Heater Function In a regulation cycle the system first generates water flow through the heater housing and the plumbing in order to ensure accurate water temperature readings as well as avoiding heater activation in dry conditions The system verifies periodically that all parameters are within the normal range If the readings received from the system are not valid blanks will be displayed until normal readings have been suc cessfully found After verifying pump activation and taking a water tempera ture reading if required the system automatically turns the heater on to reach and maintain water temperature at the set point The heater indicator lights up when the heater is on It flashes when there is a request for more heat but the heater has not started yet
54. ting is displayed press the LIGHT key to confirm A purge cycle will start immedi ately The FILTER indicator will come on when a purge cycle is on OZONATOR OPTIONAL The ozonator operates during FILTER CYCLES only and remains off for 30 minutes after usage SMART WINTER MODE Smart Winter Mode protects your system from the cold by turning the pumps on several times a day to prevent water from freezing in the pipes The Smart Win ter Mode indicator turns on when in this mode of opera tion If the temperature drops to 4 C 39 F within the heater chamber the system automatically activates the pump to provide freeze protection The pump will operate until the temperature reaches 5 C 41 F before returning to nor mal system mode COOL DOWN After heating the spa water to the desired set point the heater is turned off but the filtration pump remains on for a certain amount of time to ensure adequate cooling of the heating element in order to prolong the useful life of the heater The heater icon flashes during this time 17 HYDROPOOL HYDROPOOL SELF CLEAN SERIES CONTROL SYSTEMS NORTH AMERICA EUROPE HYDROPOOL SELF CLEAN IN XM SPA PACK SERIES INITIAL START UP Before applying voltage to power up your hot tub it is very important that you understand the sequence of events that occur when the system is activated in order that the pump can be primed efficiently and damage to the system can be avoided
55. tridge filter element see section CARTRIDGE FILTER Using a wet dry utility vacuum remove remaining water from the jet openings filter cartridge housing and footwell Either pour or use a turkey baster where necessary to add potable biodegradable RV antifreeze to areas such as pump wet end jet channels filter housing blower channels DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE ANTIFREEZE Important mixing potable biodegradable RV antifreeze with water significantly reduces its ability to protect against freezing Therefore it is very important ALL water is re moved from the hot tub plumbing before adding Add potable RV antifreeze to the holes in the bottom suc tion drain to prevent any trapped water in the false floor from freezing and damaging the hot tub shell e Turn pump on for only a few seconds to circulate the anti freeze e Unthread and disconnect all unions in the support equip ment area Remove lowest winter drain plug on pump face plate Repeat for all pumps where applicable Cover exposed plumbing connections with plastic bags and duct tape Where practical disconnect hot tub support equipment and store in a dry heated area Install the safety hardcover and cover the entire hot tub with a tarp to prevent premature weathering of the cabinet and the safety hard cover e Remove snow build up regularly to prevent damage to the safety hard cover It is assumed that your HYDROPOOL hot tub has been properly installed
56. tton next to an icon to select that mode or operate that device Press Next Page for more pages Press OK to toggle between the time or water temperature Press the Increase Decrease buttons to raise or lower values in a menu Press the Forward Backward lt gt buttons to move between selections The system normally displays the current water temperature Press the Increase Decrease buttons to set the desired set water temperature 19 HYDROPOOL Spa mode allows you to operate the basic devices of your spa hot tub plus access Economy feature To access v Spa mode first press to access the mode selection menu and then select the Spa mode with e Press next to the feature or device you wish to operate on that page The corresponding display icon animates indi cating its status Press CD to go to the next page Page 1 co Page 2 Press e to turn the LED light on off Press again to cycle through the many colors Once a desired color is found press again to stay on this color A built in timer turns the light off after 2 hours unless you turn it off first fly 34 Press to turn pump 1 or 3 if equipped on high speed pressing it a second time turns hr ill NZ it off A built in timer turns this pump off after 20 minutes unless you turn it off first 21 Press e to turn pump 2 if equipped on high speed pressing it a second time turns it A Td off A built in timer turns this pump off after 20 min
57. und BROWN Hot BLUE Neutral GREEN YELLOW Ground GREEN YELLOW Ground TO HOT TUB SUPPORT Sas EQUIPEMENT 1 HYDROPOOL ACCESSORIES TUBULAR PILLOWS CORNER WRAP PILLOWS The tubular pillows are a friction fit Simply compress the The corner wrap pillows are pre installed at the factory ends slightly and slide into the semi circular recess above and are attached via friction fit To remove grasp ends of the seat or lounger with the Hydropool logo facing out pillow and lift up from hot tub seat To re install reverse procedure A Although the pillows are designed to remain in place in the hot tub to extend the life of the pillows remove after each use WATERFALL PILLOWS If you received the optional waterfall package remove the blade from the waterfall receiver fitting in the hot tub already in stalled at the factory Insert the waterfall blade through the front of the special waterfall pillow The front flange of the waterfall blade will be recessed into the front of the pillow If it is not recessed the blade needs to be removed and re inserted through the opposite side of the pillow Push the pillow into the semi circular recess ensuring that the portion of the blade protruding out of the back of the pillow inserts firmly into the waterfall receiver fitting YOUR DREAM SCENTS AROMATHERAPY SYSTEM Operational Instructions This exclusive aromatherapy system is independent from th
58. unit 4 Reinsert basket 5 Take the system out of STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode and as the pump begins to operate monitor water flow over the weir door to assure that it is free floating HYDROPOOL CARTRIDGE FILTER The cartridge should be cleaned every two to four weeks depending on the amount of use Signs that the filter requires cleaning include e Reduced jet power e Hazy gray water e Rattling noise in the pump or filter Heater not working REMOVAL 1 Activate the STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode 2 Remove the filter cover and open the small black air vent bleeder valve on the top of the filter lid 3 Lift the Gray lock tab to disengage and turn the locking ring counter clockwise 4 Pull the filter lid upwards and lift the cartridge element straight up and out of filter housing CLEANING 5 With a garden hose and spray nozzle hose off the cartridge element ensuring to carefully separate every pleat 6 To remove collected lotions body oils etc soak the car tridge in warm water and a filter cleaning emulsifying com pound available at yur HYDROPOOL retailer 7 A cleaning cylinder may be purchased from your HYDRO POOL Hot tub Retailer 8 Rinse thoroughly and dry before replacing 9 Hydropool recommends purchasing a spare filter cartridge so that you always have a clean substitute ready to rotate 10 After the element has dried if necessary lightly brush between pleats with a fine paint brush to remove remain
59. utes unless you turn it off first Press to turn Economy mode on off Typically used when you plan to be away from your spa Economy mode allows you to set back your spa s water temperature by 10 F to help you lower your operating costs i Press to pause the current pump settings Standby mode Pressing this button again or when a filter purge start time is reached returns your spa hot tub to normal operation 20 HYDROPOOL OPTIONS MODE In Options mode the system shows you which option you wish to program or alter Spa Keypad or Clock The Info Cw option allows you to review various information about your spa hot tub To access Options mode first press to access the mode selection menu and then select the Options mode with The following submenus are accessible from the Options mode choices Spa Keypad Clock and Info Filter Warning Display Regional Security 3 Clock Time 12 00 i Info Keypad Upgrade Press OK 21 HYDROPOOL SPA SUBMENUS This submenu allows you to personalize operating settings of your spa hot tub such as the total filtration cycle economy times and a maintenance reminder and to display any warning messages When your spa hot tub is in a filter cycle the icon Filter Economy Reminder Warning i appears on the topside control panel Duration Frequency 02 00 a Filter Cycle S
60. ver smoke near chemicals as most are flammable e Ensure any spilled chemicals are carefully cleaned up immediately e Always have the POISON CONTROL telephone number handy in the event of an emergency e Keep chemicals out of children s reach e Wear safety glasses and gloves when handling chemi cals INITIAL WATER FILL amp BALANCE 1 Make sure the hot tub water is circulating 2 Add a sequesterant stain and scale controller Allow water to circulate for an hour before adding anything else to the hot tub water 3 Add a Shock oxidizing agent 4 Add sanitizing tablets Bromine or Chlorine to the dispenser Built in dispenser if your Hy dropool hot tub was ordered with the optional built in bro mine chlorine dispenser located in the lid of the car tridge filter housing refer to section CARTRIDGE FILTER for details on removing and DISPENSER k re installing the lid Once the E filler lid is removed you ll f Mus M w notice a clear 2 5 cm 1 di 31 PENSER ameter tube extending from D the bottom of the lid Expose the large Refill hole at the end of the tube and add 5 or 6 tablets Do not overfill dispenser as performance will be af fected Turn to expose the most number of smaller holes and allows water to circulate for 3 or 4 hours before testing level Adjust to lesser number of holes as necessary to maintain a level of 2 4 PPM Sanitizer e Floating dispenser As above add 6 or 7
61. will show F and time 12 00 pm Note that the water temperature is not yet displayed as the system requires approximately 2 minutes of water flow through the heater to determine temperature After 2 minutes the display will show the current measured water tempera ture Press the keypad to increase the temperature to the desired setting The heat indicator light on the topside panel will turn on indicating that the display shows the desired temperature NOT the current water temperature To Check Change the Set Temperature The last measured temperature is constantly displayed on the topside panel When this pad is pressed once any time during normal operation the display will show the set tem perature for 5 seconds Press this pad a second time to in crease or decrease the set temperature To change the di rection of the temperature settings ie lower vs raise the temperature allow the display to revert back to the current water temperature then press the pad again The temperature can be adjusted from 15 C 59 F to 40 C 104 F in 0 5 C 1 F increments Heater Function In a regulation cycle the system first generates water flow through the heater housing and the plumbing in order to ensure accurate water temperature readings as well as avoiding heater activation in dry conditions The system verifies periodically that all parameters are within the normal range If the readings received from the syste

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