Page 1 bullfrog spas owner’s manual owner’s manual for all 2000 bullfrog portable spas (multiple patents with other patents pending) table of contents important safety instructions u.L. Safety instructions ........................................ P. 02 additional safety instructions ...................
Page 2 bullfrog spas owner’s manual important safety instructions when installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: u.L. Safety instructions: 1. Read and follow all instructions. 2. Warning - to reduce the risk of injury...
Page 3 bullfrog spas owner’s manual electrician and must meet all local and national codes.) 8. Warning - to reduce the risk of injury: a) the water in a spa should never exceed 40° c (104°f). Water temperatures between 38°c (100°f) and 40°c are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water tempe...
Page 4 bullfrog spas owner’s manual a) the use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in spas and hot tubs. B) the causes, symptoms, and effects of hyperthermia may be described as follows: hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body re...
Page 5 bullfrog spas owner’s manual chemistry in accordance with chemical manufacturer’s instructions. 11. Warning - risk of shock. Spa shall not be operated in severe weather conditions, i.E. Electrical storms, tornadoes, etc. 12. Caution - unauthorized access. Secure the spa area against unauthori...
Page 6 bullfrog spas owner’s manual upgrading your bullfrog spa the following are possible upgrades for your bullfrog spa: new jetpak™ designs: as new jet types and styles become available so will new innovative jetpak modules (fig. B). Check will your authorized bullfrog spa dealer on a yearly basi...
Page 7 bullfrog spas owner’s manual indoor considerations: there are several considerations when installing your spa indoors: first, the environment both around and below the spa should be water resistant. It must be capable of handling water splashed out from the spa as well as the possibility of a...
Page 8 bullfrog spas owner’s manual electrical requirements & hook-up all bullfrog portable spas must be wired in accordance with all local & national electric codes. Have a licensed electrician perform the electrical installation. Important: all metal enclosures, pipe or conduit located within 5 fe...
Page 9 bullfrog spas owner’s manual 240 volt installation use only a qualified licensed electrician to make 240 volt electrical installations. Your 240 volt bullfrog portable spa requires a dedicated 50 amp electrical circuit and a minimum supply wire size of 6 gauge. It is important that this circu...
Page 10 bullfrog spas owner’s manual connecting the spa: 1. Remove the equipment compartment door. 2. Remove the face-plate to the control center by removing the four screws located in the front. 3. Connect a 1" non-metallic coupling and conduit to the 1" male cpvc pipe found at the base of the spa ...
Page 11 bullfrog spas owner’s manual (figure g) spa fittings (figure f) drain cap (figure i) fill level indication mark checklist before filling your spa important: the equipment should never be operated without water in the spa. Serious damage to the pump and/or heater may occur. 1. Installing your...
Page 12 bullfrog spas owner’s manual initial start-up important: bullfrog spas come with either an standard, standard plus, deluxe or premium control system. Refer only to the control system that applies to your spa. Standard & standard plus control systems: turn on the circuit breaker. Your spa wil...
Page 13 bullfrog spas owner’s manual operation important: bullfrog spas come with either an standard, standard plus, deluxe or premium control system. Please refer only to the control system that applies to your spa. Standard & standard plus control systems master control pad (fig. J/k) temperature ...
Page 14 bullfrog spas owner’s manual standard and economy mode the standard mode is the default operation mode for the spa. When in standard mode, the spa maintains the desired temperature at all times. In economy mode, the spa only heats water during filter cycles and has a fixed temperature settin...
Page 15 bullfrog spas owner’s manual clean. 2- the amount of water flow may be inadequate. Make sure the spa is filled correctly. 3- a pressure switch may have malfunctioned. The spa will continue to operate, but the heater will not activate. Contact your authorized bullfrog spa dealer. Open sensor ...
Page 16 bullfrog spas owner’s manual control, it can only be deactivated by entering the standby mode. Jets 2 press the "jets 2" button to operate pump 2 (if installed). Press the button once to turn on the low- speed pump. Press the button again to turn on the high-speed pump, and again to turn off...
Page 17 bullfrog spas owner’s manual or "cool" button respectively. "fil2" =2 hours, "fil4" = 4 hours, and "fil6" = 6 hours. Press the "mode" button to exit filter programming. During filtration, the low- speed pump and ozone sterilizer (if installed) will run. The low speed of pump 2 purges for 5 m...
Page 18 bullfrog spas owner’s manual freeze protection if a freeze condition is detected “ice” will be displayed on the panel. The pump(s) will be automatically activated. This is a normal spa function; no corrective action is necessary. Freeze protection is enabled regardless of the spa's status. H...
Page 19 bullfrog spas owner’s manual ac press again to view the temperature of the spa water. To change the time of day, see “time of day” in the “initial startup” section of this owner’s manual. Temperature adjustment (80°f - 104°f) the current temperature is constantly displayed on the lcd. Press ...
Page 20 bullfrog spas owner’s manual locking the control pad to lock the entire control pad, press the “*” button then the “#” button then the “warmer” button all within 3 seconds. When locked, the display will show the spa temperature along with the lock symbol. All buttons will be frozen except th...
Page 21 bullfrog spas owner’s manual seconds and “set start filter 1” (am cycle) will appear on the display. Press the “warmer” or “cooler” button to reset the filter start time. Next, press the “*” button and when “set heat” is on the display, press the “warmer” (on) button to heat the water during...
Page 22 bullfrog spas owner’s manual 2- the amount of water flow may be inadequate. Make sure the spa is filled correctly. 3- a pressure switch may have malfunctioned. The spa will continue to operate, but the heater will not activate. Contact your authorized bullfrog spa dealer. Flow switch failure...
Page 23 bullfrog spas owner’s manual jetpaks™ depending on the model, your bullfrog spa is equipped with either one, two, or all three of the following jetpak types: • bucket jetpaks • recliner jetpaks • lounger jetpaks the difference in these three types of jetpaks is the contour of the backrest. B...
Page 24 bullfrog spas owner’s manual jetting: jet types (fig. R) depending on the model, your bullfrog portable spa comes with a unique combination of the following jets: name size • ozone jet (for ozone system only) • cluster jets (small) • duo-blaster jets (small) • micro jets (small-medium) • mag...
Page 25 bullfrog spas owner’s manual jetzones: bullfrog portable spas powered by two pumps provide a unique feature called jetzones. A jetzone is a region of jets that are all powered by the same pump. With jetzones, you decide which jetpaks are powered by each pump. With a two-pump spa you get two ...
Page 26 bullfrog spas owner’s manual maintenance water chemistry tap water that is safe to drink is not always right for your spa. Normal tap water is usually filled with minerals and micro-contaminants that are not visible to the naked eye. Properly testing and treating your spa water is essential ...
Page 27 bullfrog spas owner’s manual of 0-14, ph is the measure of acidity and basicity in the water. Ph levels under 7.0 are acidic while ph levels over 7.0 are basic. The proper ph range for a spa is 7.4 to 7.6. High ph levels (over 7.6) can cause the following: scale build-up on the spa and its e...
Page 28 bullfrog spas owner’s manual starting your spa with new water: 1. As your spa fills with tap water , add the prescribed dose of a stain & scale inhibitor. This will provide the initial protection against staining and scaling. Note: do not use soft water unless the mineral content is raised i...
Page 29 bullfrog spas owner’s manual to maintain the above sanitizer level with chlorine or bromine tablets, please refer to your authorized bullfrog portable spa dealer for assistance. Super-sanitation: once per week, and when the spa is not in use, super-sanitize the spa water by adding one of the...
Page 30 bullfrog spas owner’s manual changing your spa water depending on usage, your spa water will need to be changed approximately every 2-4 months or whenever your spa water becomes difficult to manage. Steps to drain your spa: 1. Disconnect electrical power supply. 2. Remove door to equipment c...
Page 31 bullfrog spas owner’s manual cleaning your filter cleaning the filter basket: 1. Put the spa in "standby mode". This will prevent the pump from activating while cleaning the basket. (see "standby mode" under "operation" in this owner's manual.) 2. Remove skimmer face-plate and basket (fig. V...
Page 32 bullfrog spas owner’s manual light bulb replacement to replace a burned out or defective light bulb, complete the following steps: 1. Disconnect electrical power supply. 2. Remove the door to the equipment compartment. 3. Locate the back of the spa light fixture (fig. X). 4. Grasp the light ...
Page 33 bullfrog spas owner’s manual spa shell care your bullfrog spa surface is durable and easy to clean: quarite plus® spa surface: for normal cleaning, use ivory® liquid dishwashing detergent or its equivalent. For stubborn stains, use spic & span® in powder form or its equivalent. To apply thes...
Page 34 bullfrog spas owner’s manual authorized bullfrog portable spa dealer for the right stain. Note 1: avoid sealers that cover only the outside of the wood, causing the inside to dry out and crack or even warp. Note 2: to prevent stain from getting on other surfaces, use drop cloths at the base ...
Page 35 bullfrog spas owner’s manual smaller debris. Debris that is too large or too heavy for the filtration system will have to be removed by the use of a spa vacuum. If you do not have a spa vacuum, please contact your authorized bullfrog portable spa dealer. Cleaning the scum line: with normal u...
Page 36 bullfrog spas owner’s manual then store inside your garage or home. 5. Reattach and secure cover to the spa. Spa de-winterization: de-winterization is completed by reversing the above procedure and then refilling the spa (see "steps to refill your spa" under "changing your spa water" in this...
Page 37 bullfrog spas owner’s manual purchase information ____________________________________________________ your spa's serial number ____________________________________________________ date you purchased your spa dealer information ____________________________________________________ dealer name...
Page 38 bullfrog spas owner’s manual troubleshooting guide the following guide was prepared to assist you in solving simple problems with your spa. If the problem with your spa cannot be solved after following these procedures, please contact your authorized bullfrog portable spa dealer. Problem: co...
Page 39 bullfrog spas owner’s manual solution: touch any button on the control pad to reset high limit. Cause: 4. Heating system is defective. Solution: contact your authorized bullfrog portable spa dealer. Problem: spa light does not work. Cause: 1. Light bulb has burned out. Solution: see "light b...
Page 40 bullfrog spas owner’s manual parts identification top view of spa (c class model 672 shown) inside equipment compartment snapcap tm jetpak tm foot jet floor drain auxiliary control pad (“c” series only) water level indicator mark skimmer skimmer basket filter thermostat sensor lights master ...
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Page 42 bullfrog spas owner’s manual bullfrog international, l.C. 9479 south 500 west • sandy, utah 84070 801 565-8111 • fax 801 565-8333 www.Bullfrogspas.Com e-mail: info@bullfrogspas.Com.
