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Cal Spas 1100 Electronic Series Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Cal Spas Portable Spa 2014 Owner's manual 

Summary of 1100 Electronic Series

  • Page 1

    2004 owner’s manual usa and canada duplication without written consent is strictly prohibited. This owner’s manual is for spas manufactured after january 1, 2004 due to continuous improvement program, all models, operation, and/or specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Ltr1700017...

  • Page 2: Pneumatic Series

    2004 owner’s manual usa and canada pneumatic series 1100 electronic series 2300 electronic series 5000 electronic series 7000 electronic series 9000 electronic series duplication without written consent is strictly prohibited. This owner’s manual is for spas manufactured after january 1, 2004 due to...

  • Page 3

    Table of contents safety instructions ................................................................................................2 basic spa information ..........................................................................................4 quick reference information .........................

  • Page 4

    Page 2 revised 01/01/04 important safety instructions when installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: read and follow all instructions warning: to reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product u...

  • Page 5

    Important safety instructions (continued) warning risk of injury: a.) before entering a spa, the user should measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer, since the tolerance of water temperature-regulating devices varies. B.) the spa water should never exceed 104°f (40°c). Water tempe...

  • Page 6: Basic Spa Information

    Page 4 revised 01/01/04 basic spa information your new cal spa has been engineered with a high-powered water pump that pushes water through various therapy jets, which will relax even the tightest of muscles. In addition to the water pressure, you can add air into the spa water with air venturies or...

  • Page 7: Quick Reference Information

    Quick reference information set up and delivery electrical 1. 110-volt spas will require a 20 amp dedicated receptacle. 2. 220-volt spas will require a 50 amp dedicated gfci breaker. 3. See pages 7 through 10 for more information. Surface and pad requirements for spas and gazebos 1. Your new portabl...

  • Page 8: Quick Reference Information

    Page 6 revised 01/01/04 quick reference information (continued) 3. Filtration settings and recommendations: a. F2= two hours of filtration every twelve (12) hours. This setting is for occasional spa usage only b. F4= four hours of filtration every twelve (12) hours. This setting is for light spa usa...

  • Page 9

    Revised 01/01/04 page 7 set-up and delivery instructions getting ready for delivery and set-up of your new cal spa planning for delivery of your portable spa 1. Your 110-volt spa will require a 20 amp dedicated receptacle. 2. Your 220-volt spa will require a 50 amp dedicated gfci circuit breaker. 3....

  • Page 10

    Page 8 revised 01/01/04 110 volt installation information always follow applicable local, state, federal codes and guidelines. 1. Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 20-amp breaker. 2. Do not use an extension cord. 3. Always use a weatherproof/covered receptacle. 4. Never have your spa with ...

  • Page 11

    Revised 01/01/04 page 9 220 volt installation information all 220-volt spas are required to have a gfci breaker and should only be wired by a licensed electrician. To ensure prop- er wiring of your gfci, please follow the wiring diagrams on pages 9 and 10. 1. Always follow applicable local, state, f...

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    Revised 01/01/04 page 11 starting up your portable spa filling and powering-up your cal spa: 1. Once spa is placed on an approved surface and is connected to the correct electrical service, inspect all plumbing connections in the equipment area of your spa. These connections may have loosened in shi...

  • Page 14: Spa

    Page 12 revised 01/01/04 starting up your inground, champion, or olympian spa filling and powering-up your cal spa 1. Once your spa is installed inground or placed on an approved surface and connected to the correct electrical service, you can proceed with these instructions. 2. If equipped, open al...

  • Page 15: Filter Maintenance

    13 filter maintenance portable spas: filtration starts on electronically controlled spas as soon as the pumps are primed and water flow is steady. As the flow of water goes through the filter, dirt and debris is removed and accumulated in the filter cartridge. As the filter cartridge accumulates min...

  • Page 16: Filter Maintenance

    Page 14 revised 01/01/04 filter maintenance (continued) inground and olympian spas outdoor equipment 1. Turn the power off at breaker. 2. If your spa is equipped with a spa side filter canister in addition to the external equipment mounted canister, please follow the portable spa filter maintenance ...

  • Page 17

    Revised 01/01/04 page 15 general operating instructions your new cal spa is very versatile, you can direct the flow of water and air through various locations throughout your spa. The following list of features are available on most spas: air venturies air venturies are the smaller knobs located aro...

  • Page 18

    Page 16 revised 01/01/04 cal zone quest 2000 ozonator your new cal zone quest 2000 ozonator is a state-of-the-art bacteria killing machine. This unit will assist you in maintaining clean and clear spa water, while saving you time and expense with spa chemicals. Operation your cal zone quest 2000 ozo...

  • Page 19

    Revised 01/01/04 page 17 general operating instructions (continued) pure water system (optional) the pure water system is designed to remove the chemical and ozone vapors from the area between the water level and spa cover. Normally, this area is the harshest environment of the spa causing the deter...

  • Page 20

    Page 18 revised 01/01/04 up this button allows the user to cycle up from one though seven massage modes one at a time. Each mode offers a different pulsating massage. Some modes are faster than others, so just cycle through them to find the massage you like best. Down this button allows the user to ...

  • Page 21: Fitness Series Instructions

    Revised 01/01/04 page 19 fitness series instructions the fitness series spas put the fun back into fitness. This comes with everything you need for a high powered, low impact, result-getting workout in total comfort and privacy. Plus you get a spa loaded with incredible therapeutic seating, variable...

  • Page 22

    Page 20 revised 01/01/04 fitness series exercise program many people have never performed resistance training and/or may not fully understand the benefits of this extremely important form of exercise for the goal of improving your health, appearance and overall confidence. Resistance training is nec...

  • Page 23: Pneumatic Operation

    Revised 01/01/04 page 21 s tart up when first powered up, flip the selector switch to the freeze protection mode and the spa will run and heat to the temperature the thermostat is positioned on. Time clock / freeze protection freeze protection mode: when in this mode, the thermostat will automatical...

  • Page 24: Pneumatic Operation

    Page 22 revised 01/01/04 pneumatic operation (continued) hi limit your spa is equipped with a high limit safety switch that will automatically shut down the spa in the unlikely event of an overheating situation. To reset the hi-limit, simply push the hi-limit reset button in until it stops, and the ...

  • Page 25: 1100 Electronic Operation

    Revised 01/01/04 page 23 temperature adjustment (range 80°f to 104°f) the display screen will always display the actual water temperature. Example: the actual water temperature is 100°f, the topside display will read 100. To display the set temperature, simply depress the temp pad and the temperatur...

  • Page 26: 1100 Electronic Operation

    Page 24 revised 01/01/04 1100 electronic operation (continued) setting filtration cycles your spa will automatically filter itself twice a day. Set to the filtration time, turn off the power to the spa and turn it back on at the time of day you would like the filtration cycles to start at the gfci b...

  • Page 27: Self-Diagnostics

    Revised 01/01/04 page 25 self-diagnostics display messages for the 1100 series spas message meaning action required electrical rating for 1100 series spas 120/240 volt convertible 120 volts 15 amps 60 hertz 2 wires plus ground min. Supply conductor 20 amp circuit breaker 20 amps for units bearing th...

  • Page 28: 2300 Electronic Operation

    Initial start up when first powered up, the system will perform a self-diagnostic check, then it will automatically heat and maintain 100˚f until you change the set temperature as listed in the temperature adjustment section. Temperature adjustment (range 80°f to 104°f) the display screen will alway...

  • Page 29: 2300 Electronic Operation

    2300 electronic operation (continued) jet 1 controls one speed pumps: depress the jets 1 pad once to activate the high-speed pump. Depress the jets 1 pad again to turn off the high-speed pump. Two speed pump option: depress the jets1 pad once to activate low speed. Depress the pad again to activate ...

  • Page 30: 2300 Electronic Operation

    2300 electronic operation (continued) setting the temperature lock this feature allows you to lock-in a temperature into the system. When engaged the set temperature will blink on and off when either the up or down pad is depress. However, the user will not be able to change the set temperature. Usi...

  • Page 31: 5000 Electronic Operation

    Revised 01/01/04 page 29 temperature adjustment (range 80°f to 104°f) the display screen will always display the actual water temperature. To display the temperature that the spa is set to, simply depress the temp pad. The set temperature will be flashing on the display panel. While the display is f...

  • Page 32

    Page 30 revised 01/01/04 5000 electronic operation (cont.) jet controls one pump equipment: depress the jets pad once to activate the low speed pump. Depress the jets pad again to activate the high-speed pump. Depress the jets pad a third time to turn off the high-speed. One pump equipment with circ...

  • Page 33: 5000 Electronic Operation

    5000 electronic operation (cont.) automatic time outs the low-speed or optional circulation pump will automatically turn itself off after 4 hours if it is not turned off manually. The high-speed pump will automatically turn itself off after 15 minutes if it is not turned off manually. The optional t...

  • Page 34: Self-Diagnostics

    Page 32 revised 01/01/04 (flashing) self-diagnostics display messages for 5000 electronic spas “overheat” the spa has shut down. Either the spa has reached a temperature of 112f˚ or the high-limit sen- sor has detected overheating in the heater manifold. Do not enter the spa water. Remove the spa co...

  • Page 35

    7000 and 9000 electronic operation these instructions will describe features and options that your particular spa may not be equipped with. Initial start-up: when your spa is first powered up, it will display some configuration codes and then go into priming mode ( pr will appear on the display pane...

  • Page 36

    7000 and 9000 electronic operation owner’s manual jets 2: (optional on 7000) press the “jets 2” button once to turn pump 2 on or off, and to shift between low and high speeds if it is a two-speed pump. If left running, the pump will turn off after 15 minutes. Option (optional blower or mister) press...

  • Page 37

    Inadequate water detected in heater. Inadequate water detected in heater. (displays on third occurrence of “dr” message.) spa is shut down, when your spa is first actuated, it will go into priming mode. ---f or c temperature unknown. Temperature not current in economy or sleep mode. Internal problem...

  • Page 38

    7000 and 9000 electronic operation owner’s manual periodic reminder messages (press the “mode” button to reset a displayed reminder) message frequency action require every 7 days test and adjust chemical levels per manufacturer’s instructions. Every 7 days test and adjust chemical levels per manufac...

  • Page 39: Champion Spa Information

    Revised 01/01/04 page 37 champion spa information the champion spa allows the operator to swim or relax in one spa. This spa is controlled by the 2300 electronic control system which gives you complete control of this unique spa. Please see the 2300 operating instructions to properly control the var...

  • Page 40: Olympian Spa Information

    Page 38 revised 01/01/04 olympian spa information the olympian spa is the best of both worlds. Swimming and exercising in the swim area and relaxing in the spa area. This spa is controlled by two completely separate control systems, which gives you the ability to have cooler temperatures for swimmin...

  • Page 41

    Cal spas entertainment system this system can be used to listen to am or fm stereo signals, cd’s and also audio from the optional dvd and tv tuner on our entertainment spas. Each spa that is equipped with the splash stereo system is delivered with the manufacturers operating instructions. We strongl...

  • Page 42

    Page 40 revised 01/01/04 cal spas automatic pop-up operation (optional) raising and lowering the system let’s start our entertainment experience by raising the tv monitor and optional pop-up speakers. The large single cec button located on the top right side of the spa, controls the monitor and spea...

  • Page 43

    15” tv monitor operation (optional) once the tv has been raised (either by manual or automatic operation) you will be able to operate the tv with the silver tv remote control. Note: this remote control is not waterproof. Do not operate with wet hands or from inside the spa. Operation: 1. Point the r...

  • Page 44

    Page 42 revised 01/01/04 warning: dvd system and remote control are not waterproof or water-resistant. Water damage is not covered by the manufacturers warranty. Please make sure that hands and dvd’s are dry before coming in contact with this or any electronic option. Cal spas entertainment system o...

  • Page 45

    Revised 01/01/04 page 43 operating the dvd system in tv mode 88.7 the dvd system is used to feed the audio signal form the tv tuner to the stereo. You will need to switch the audio and video modes with dvd remote to properly receive picture and sound. Note: the stereo must be tuned to 88.7fm to rece...

  • Page 46: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Cal spas clear water plan ™ great spa water is easily achieved when the right chemicals are used and a clear water plan is implemented. The key to clean, clear, safe water is to fully understand how spa water reacts to users, operation and chemicals. This clear water plan will help give you that und...

  • Page 47: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Safety: 1. This plan and its chemical dosages are intended for cal spas chemicals only. Most chemical manufactures use different chemical for- mulas and strengths. Cal spas’ chemicals are specially formulated to provide proper chemical balance at lower dosages. Compare labels and dosages and see for...

  • Page 48

    Stay with the plan staying with the plan: spa owners who enjoy the cleanest water with a minimum time investment, all have one thing in common: they use, and stay with a sim- ple chemical plan. Most chemical manufactures offer a maintenance plan printed in a small booklet, which contains nothing mor...

  • Page 49

    Filters and filtration: exclusive bio-clean filter cartridge: the average filter cartridge is designed to remove dirt, sand, minerals, phosphates, bather waste and other solids from the spa. Unfortunately, some spa owners fail to include filter cleaning as part of their chemical maintenance plan. Fi...

  • Page 50

    Cloudy water: cloudy water: everyone experiences cloudy water at one time or another. The number one cause of cloudy water is the spa user and the things they bring into the spa. As discussed before, the average spa holds only 350 gallons of water. What you bring into the spa will stay in the water ...

  • Page 51

    Enzyme oil gone: (oil remover) enzyme oil gone: this chemical will help break-down excessive amounts of body and other oils in the spa water. Body oil, perspiration, lotions and tanning oil will quickly accumulate in your spa if your not careful. The best solution is prevention. Always watch what go...

  • Page 52

    Example: spa owners that use their spa three (3) or four (4) times a week will have lower ph than spa owners who use their spa once or twice a week. Even the sanitizers (bromine, chlorine, etc.) that you use can effect the water’s ph levels. Did you know that bromine has a ph level of 3.0 while chlo...

  • Page 53

    Controlling the total alkalinity: controlling the total alkalinity: 1. Always follow printed instructions on the bottle and/or packages. 2. Always adjust total alkalinity and sanitizers first even if it throws the ph further off. 3. Chlorine users will generally use more “ph / alkalinity down.” 4. B...

  • Page 54: Stain and Scale Prevention

    Calcium hardness: (hard and soft water) do not use soft water when filling your spa this is primarily for two reasons. 1. Soft water tends to be very unstable. This means that locking-in ph and total alkalinity levels becomes difficult. 2. Soft water becomes quite foamy with very little turbulence. ...

  • Page 55

    Use of foam gone: foam gone should be used sparingly. This product does not remove foam from your water, it only offers a temporary solution. The recommended amount requires one gentle squeeze of the foam gone bottle to each of the heavy foaming areas. Be sure to avoid applying foam gone near the im...

  • Page 56: Fast Sheen:

    Multi-purpose cleaner (spa finish cleaning) cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is an essential part of maintaining your spas finish. Through normal use, the spa’s finish can accumulate dirt, oil, and calcium causing a rough feel and unsightly scum lines. Cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is a low deterge...

  • Page 57

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) how sanitizers work: sanitizers such and bromine and chlorine, basically kill bacteria and other organic waste by breaking them down to unharmful levels, thus eliminating them from the water. You will need to know how each sanitizer performs this task to maximize t...

  • Page 58

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) chlorine: chlorine is generally in liquid form. However, in spa applications you will only want to use granular chlorine. This is primarily due to chlorine type and strengths. Unlike bromine, chlorine can only breakdown bacteria and other contaminates to a safe lev...

  • Page 59

    Cal spas clear water plan (start up) prior to filling a spa for the first time or after a routine draining, you will want to follow this start-up plan to extend water life and per- formance. If you are following either bromine or chlorine clear water plans, you will notice that both start up process...

  • Page 60

    Cal spas clear water plan (bromine cont. ) day three (friday) 1. Test spa water using test strips. (be sure to check the expiration date prior to use.) 2. Check bromine floater for sufficient amount of bromine tablets. (add one if necessary.) 3. Adjust total alkalinity, then ph if needed. (see ph an...

  • Page 61

    Frequently asked chemical questions: q: my ph is high and my alkalinity is low, what do i do? A: adjust your alkalinity first, even if it throws the ph further off. Use “ph / alkalinity up” or “ph / alkalinity down” adjust and sta- bilize you total alkalinity level. This will make it easier to adjus...

  • Page 62

    Page 48 owner’s manual cal spas chemicals bromine/chlorine starter kit #ch07000290/#che07000295 when used as directed, this prod- uct is effective as a spa and hot tub sanitizer disinfectant. Treats 250gallons for up to 3 weeks. Brominating tablets #che07000760/#che07000770 sanitizer, disinfectant f...

  • Page 63

    10 years t e n spa shell / structural warranty: this limited warranty is effective for spas manufactured after january 1, 2004 10 years t e n interior surface warranty: years 5 years f i v e 5 years f i v e extent of warranty this limited warranty is only valid on portable models delivered in the co...

  • Page 64: 2004 Warranty Information

    Page 62 revised 01/01/04 2004 warranty information c.A.I. Warranties the 2004 model year majestic, fiesta, and promotional spas equipment for one year from the date of purchase. Three years on 2004 champion and olympian spas, and five years on 2004 system spas. See your selling dealer for a copy of ...

  • Page 65

    Revised 01/01/04 page 63 winterizing in many areas of the country the temperature drops below 32˚f. C.A.I. Recommends that you always have your spa full of water and running at normal spa temperatures (80˚f to 100˚f). This will help reduce the risk of freezing in your spa and your spas equipment. Im...

  • Page 66

    How to remove pillow to remove pillows: use a flat screwdriver place the flat screwdriver into the pillow pegs and take out pillow as shown. Incorrect way do not pull out pillow with the hands. How to remove a pillow owner’s manual page 64 revised 01/01/04.

  • Page 67

    How to remove pillow cont. Remove pillow by grabbing from these points of the pillow remove pillow by grabbing from these points of the pillow owner’s manual how to remove a pillow revised 01/01/04 page 65.

  • Page 68: Victory Series

    2004 owner’s manual usa and canada victory series 1500 electronic duplication without written consent is strictly prohibited. This owner’s manual is for spas manufactured after january 1, 2004 due to continuous improvement program, all models, operation, and/or specifications are subject to change w...

  • Page 69

    Table of contents safety instructions ................................................................................................2 basic spa information ..........................................................................................4 quick reference information .........................

  • Page 70

    2 important safety instructions when installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: read and follow all instructions warning: to reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are supervi...

  • Page 71

    Important safety instructions (continued) warning risk of injury: a.) before entering a spa, the user should measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer, since the tolerance of water temperature-regulating devices varies. B.) the spa water should never exceed 104 ° f (40 ° c). Water t...

  • Page 72: Basic Spa Information

    4 basic spa information your new cal spa has been engineered with a high-powered water pump that pushes water through various therapy jets, which will relax even the tightest of muscles. In addition to the water pressure, you can add air into the spa water with air venturies handles located seat sid...

  • Page 73: Quick Reference Information

    Quick reference information set up and delivery: electrical: 1. 110-volt spas will require a 20 amp dedicated receptacle. 2. 220-volt spas will require a 50 amp dedicated gfci breaker. 3. See pages 8 through 10 for more information. Surface and pad requirements for spas and gazebos: 1. Your new port...

  • Page 74: Quick Reference Information

    6 quick reference information (continued) general chemical maintenance information: (500-gallon spa) start-up: a. Add 3 oz. Of “iron out” or 16 oz. Of “metal protector”. B. Add 2 oz. Of “sodium bromide”. C. Add 2 oz. Of “oxidizer shock”. D. Add 3 to 4 bromine tablets to a “mostly” closed floater. No...

  • Page 75

    7 set-up and delivery instructions getting ready for delivery and set-up of your new cal spa planning for delivery of your portable spa: a. Your 110-volt spa will require a 20 amp dedicated receptacle. B. Your 220-volt spa will require a 50 amp dedicated gfci circuit breaker. C. If you have any doub...

  • Page 76

    8 110 volt installation information always follow applicable local, state, federal codes and guidelines. 1. Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 20-amp breaker. 2. Do not use an extension cord. 3. Always use a weatherproof/covered receptacle. 4. Never have your spa with in 10 feet to the rece...

  • Page 77: G.F.C.I. Hook-Up

    9 220 volt installation information all 220-volt spas are required to have a gfci breaker and should only be wired by a licensed electrician. To ensure proper wiring of your gfci, please follow the wiring diagrams on pages 9 and 10. 1. Always follow applicable local, state, federal codes and guideli...

  • Page 78

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  • Page 79

    11 starting up your portable spa filling and powering-up your cal spa: 1. Once spa is placed on an approved surface and is connected to the correct electrical service, inspect all plumbing connections in the equipment area of your spa. These connections may have loosened in shipment. 2. If equipped,...

  • Page 80: Filter Maintenance

    12 filter maintenance portable spas: filtration starts on electronically controlled spas as soon as the pumps are primed and water flow is steady. As the flow of water goes through the filter, dirt and debris is removed and accumulated in the filter cartridge. As the filter cartridge accumulates min...

  • Page 81

    13 general operating instructions your new cal spa is very versatile, you can direct the flow of water and air through various locations throughout your spa. The following list of features are available on most spas: air venturies air venturies are the smaller knobs located around the top of your sp...

  • Page 82

    14 cal zone quest 1000 ozonator (available on v-300, though v-800 spas) your new cal zone quest 1000 ozonator is a state-of-the-art bacteria killing machine. This unit will assist you in maintaining clean and clear spa water, while saving you time and expense with spa chemicals. Operation your cal z...

  • Page 83: 1500 Electronic Operation

    15 1500 electronic operation temperature adjustment (range 80°f to 104°f) the display screen will always display the actual water temperature. Example: the actual water temperature is 100°f, the topside display will read 100. To display the set temperature, simply depress the temp pad and the temper...

  • Page 84

    16 1500 electronic operation (continued) setting filtration cycles your spa will automatically filter itself twice a day. Set to the filtration time, turn off the power to the spa and turn it back on at the time of day you would like the filtration cycles to start at the gfci breaker. Example: if yo...

  • Page 85: Self-Diagnostics

    17 self-diagnostics display messages for the 1500 series spas message meaning action required electrical rating for 1500 series spas 120/240 volt convertible 120 volts 15 amps 60 hertz 2 wires plus ground min. Supply conductor 20 amp circuit breaker 20 amps for units bearing the ul mark the power su...

  • Page 86: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Cal spas clear water plan ™ great spa water is easily achieved when the right chemicals are used and a clear water plan is implemented. The key to clean, clear, safe water is to fully understand how spa water reacts to users, operation and chemicals. This clear water plan will help give you that und...

  • Page 87: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Safety: 1. This plan and its chemical dosages are intended for cal spas chemicals only. Most chemical manufactures use different chemical for- mulas and strengths. Cal spas’ chemicals are specially formulated to provide proper chemical balance at lower dosages. Compare labels and dosages and see for...

  • Page 88

    Stay with the plan staying with the plan: spa owners who enjoy the cleanest water with a minimum time investment, all have one thing in common: they use, and stay with a sim- ple chemical plan. Most chemical manufactures offer a maintenance plan printed in a small booklet, which contains nothing mor...

  • Page 89

    Filters and filtration: exclusive bio-clean filter cartridge: the average filter cartridge is designed to remove dirt, sand, minerals, phosphates, bather waste and other solids from the spa. Unfortunately, some spa owners fail to include filter cleaning as part of their chemical maintenance plan. Fi...

  • Page 90

    Cloudy water: cloudy water: everyone experiences cloudy water at one time or another. The number one cause of cloudy water is the spa user and the things they bring into the spa. As discussed before, the average spa holds only 350 gallons of water. What you bring into the spa will stay in the water ...

  • Page 91

    Enzyme oil gone: (oil remover) enzyme oil gone: this chemical will help break-down excessive amounts of body and other oils in the spa water. Body oil, perspiration, lotions and tanning oil will quickly accumulate in your spa if your not careful. The best solution is prevention. Always watch what go...

  • Page 92

    Example: spa owners that use their spa three (3) or four (4) times a week will have lower ph than spa owners who use their spa once or twice a week. Even the sanitizers (bromine, chlorine, etc.) that you use can effect the water’s ph levels. Did you know that bromine has a ph level of 3.0 while chlo...

  • Page 93

    Controlling the total alkalinity: controlling the total alkalinity: 1. Always follow printed instructions on the bottle and/or packages. 2. Always adjust total alkalinity and sanitizers first even if it throws the ph further off. 3. Chlorine users will generally use more “ph / alkalinity down.” 4. B...

  • Page 94: Stain and Scale Prevention

    Calcium hardness: (hard and soft water) do not use soft water when filling your spa this is primarily for two reasons. 1. Soft water tends to be very unstable. This means that locking-in ph and total alkalinity levels becomes difficult. 2. Soft water becomes quite foamy with very little turbulence. ...

  • Page 95

    Use of foam gone: foam gone should be used sparingly. This product does not remove foam from your water, it only offers a temporary solution. The recommended amount requires one gentle squeeze of the foam gone bottle to each of the heavy foaming areas. Be sure to avoid applying foam gone near the im...

  • Page 96: Fast Sheen:

    Multi-purpose cleaner (spa finish cleaning) cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is an essential part of maintaining your spas finish. Through normal use, the spa’s finish can accumulate dirt, oil, and calcium causing a rough feel and unsightly scum lines. Cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is a low deterge...

  • Page 97

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) how sanitizers work: sanitizers such and bromine and chlorine, basically kill bacteria and other organic waste by breaking them down to unharmful levels, thus eliminating them from the water. You will need to know how each sanitizer performs this task to maximize t...

  • Page 98

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) chlorine: chlorine is generally in liquid form. However, in spa applications you will only want to use granular chlorine. This is primarily due to chlorine type and strengths. Unlike bromine, chlorine can only breakdown bacteria and other contaminates to a safe lev...

  • Page 99

    Cal spas clear water plan (start up) prior to filling a spa for the first time or after a routine draining, you will want to follow this start-up plan to extend water life and per- formance. If you are following either bromine or chlorine clear water plans, you will notice that both start up process...

  • Page 100

    Cal spas clear water plan (bromine cont. ) day three (friday) 1. Test spa water using test strips. (be sure to check the expiration date prior to use.) 2. Check bromine floater for sufficient amount of bromine tablets. (add one if necessary.) 3. Adjust total alkalinity, then ph if needed. (see ph an...

  • Page 101

    Frequently asked chemical questions: q: my ph is high and my alkalinity is low, what do i do? A: adjust your alkalinity first, even if it throws the ph further off. Use “ph / alkalinity up” or “ph / alkalinity down” adjust and sta- bilize you total alkalinity level. This will make it easier to adjus...

  • Page 102

    Page 48 owner’s manual cal spas chemicals bromine/chlorine starter kit #ch07000290/#che07000295 when used as directed, this prod- uct is effective as a spa and hot tub sanitizer disinfectant. Treats 250gallons for up to 3 weeks. Brominating tablets #che07000760/#che07000770 sanitizer, disinfectant f...

  • Page 103

    10 years t e n spa shell / structural warranty: this limited warranty is effective for victory series spas manufactured after january 1, 2004 years t e n years 5 years f i v e 5 years f i v e extent of warranty this limited warranty is only valid on portable models delivered in the continental unite...

  • Page 104: 2003 Warranty Information:

    36 2003 warranty information: see your selling dealer for a copy of the applicable warranty, details, and any questions you may have regarding the warranty coverage on your spa. Warranty limitations: the 2004 limited warranty is void if the spa has been subject to negligence, alteration, misuse, abu...

  • Page 105

    37 winterizing in many areas of the country the temperature drops below 32˚f. C.A.I. Recommends that you always have your spa full of water and running at normal spa temperatures (80˚f to 100˚f). This will help reduce the risk of freezing in your spa and your spa's equipment. Important warning if yo...

  • Page 106

    Replacement part reference card: shell: 1. Granite repair kit galaxy green: acr03400020 2. Spa cover: v-100:acc01000590 v-200/300:acc1001250 v400/500/700/800:acc01000910 v600:acc01000200 cabinet: 1. Equipment acces panel: v-100:woo27500484 v-200/300:woo27513051 2. Front panel: v-100: n/a v-200/300:w...

  • Page 107: Journey Series

    2004 owner’s manual us and canada journey series 5000 - 5300 electronic control duplication without written consent is strictly prohibited. This owner’s manual is for spas manufactured after january 1, 2004 due to continuous improvement programs, all models, operation, and/or specifications are subj...

  • Page 108

    Table of contents benefits of owning a cal spa ............................................................................................2 safety instructions ..............................................................................................................3 contact information ..........

  • Page 109

    Page 2 owner’s manual benefits of owning a cal spa warm water workouts almost any exercise that can be done on land, including walking or jogging, can be also done in water. If you have arthritis and you're exercising in a spa or hot tub, however, you'll probably focus on range-of-motion exercises t...

  • Page 110: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions when installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Read and follow all instructions warning: to reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to use the spa unless they are supervised at all times. All 110v spas require a d...

  • Page 111: Save This Information.

    Hyperthermia danger prolonged exposure to hot air/water can induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level 3˚ to 6˚ above the normal body temperature of 37˚c (98.6˚f). While hyperthermia has many health benefits, it is important not to allow your b...

  • Page 112: Basic Spa Information

    Basic spa information the following operating and maintenance instructions are very important and must be followed carefully. With the proper care and maintenance, your cal spa will provide you with years of satisfaction and performance. Do not be afraid to push buttons or turn knobs to learn about ...

  • Page 113: Delivery And Set-Up

    Page 6 owner’s manual delivery and set-up please make a record of the following. It will be valuable if service is required. Cal spa model: cal spa serial number: date purchased: date installed: cal spa dealer’s phone number: cal spa dealer’s address: most cities and counties require permits for ext...

  • Page 114

    Owner’s manual page 7 provide a view with your spa think about the direction you will be facing when sitting in your spa. Do you have a special landscaped area in your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps there is an area that catches a soothing breeze during the day and lovely sunset in the evenin...

  • Page 115

    Page 8 owner’s manual preparing a good foundation your spa needs a solid and level foundation. The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the spa and the occupants who use it. If the foundation is inadequate, it may shift or settle after the spa is in place, causing stress that c...

  • Page 116: Electrical Installation

    Owner’s manual page 9 electrical installation 110-volt installation always follow applicable local, state and federal code and guidelines. 1. Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 20-amp breaker. 2. Do not use an extensions cord. 3. Always use a weatherproof-covered receptacle. 4. Never have y...

  • Page 117

    Page 10 owner’s manual 220v installation all 220v spas are required to have a dedicated 50-amp gfci breaker and should only be wired by a licensed electrician. To ensure proper wiring of your gfci, follow these diagrams (figure 2 and figure 3). 1. Always follow applicable local, state, and federal c...

  • Page 118

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  • Page 119: Starting Your Portable Spa

    Page 12 owner’s manual starting your portable spa note: be careful not to over-tighten the plumbing fittings. Note: never run the spa with the gate valves closed or without water circulating for long periods of time. Note : never fill your spa with soft water. Soft water makes it impossible to maint...

  • Page 120: Filter Maintenance

    Owner’s manual page 13 filter maintenance portable spas: filtration starts on electronically-controlled spas as soon as the pumps are primed and water flow is steady. As the flow of water goes through the filter, dirt and debris is removed and accumulated in the filter cartridge. As the filter cartr...

  • Page 121: Operating Instructions

    Page 14 owner’s manual operating instructions your new cal spa is very versatile. You can direct the flow of water and air through various locations throughout your spa. The following list of features are available on most spas. Adjustable jets (figure 5) almost all of the jets in your spa are adjus...

  • Page 122

    Owner’s manual page 15 cal zone quest 2000 ozonator (figure 6) your new cal zone quest 2000 ozonator is a state-of-the-art bacteria killing machine. This unit will assist you in maintaining clean and clear spa water, while saving you time and money with spa chemicals. Operation your cal zone quest 2...

  • Page 123

    Page 16 owner’s manual air venturies (figure 7) air venturies are the smaller knobs located around the top of your spa. Each one will let you add a mixture of air with the jet pressure. This is accomplished by simply rotating the air venturi knob to the left (counter-clock- wise) to increase the amo...

  • Page 124: 5000 Electronic Operation

    Owner’s manual page 17 5000 electronic operation when first powered-up, the 5000 electronic system (figure 8) will perform a self-diagnostic check and then it will automatically heat to, and maintain, a temperature of 100˚f until you change the set temperature as listed in the ‘temperature adjustmen...

  • Page 125

    Owner’s manual 5000 electronic operation page 18 owner’s manual pump equipment one pump equipment depress the ‘jets’ (figure 10) button once to activate the low-speed pump. Depress the ‘jets’ button again to activate the high-speed pump. Depress the ‘jets’ button a third time to turn off the high-sp...

  • Page 126

    Owner’s manual page 19 setting filtration cycles your spa will automatically filter itself twice a day. To set the filtration time, turn off the power to the spa at the gfci breaker. Turn the gfci breaker back on at the time of day you would like the filtration cycle to begin. The first cycle will s...

  • Page 127

    Page 20 owner’s manual owner’s manual multi-color spa light operation multi-colored spa light operation this section will discuss the operation of the multi-colored spa light that comes in the j-505, j-506, j-507 and j-508 spas. The j-505 and j-506 spa models come with one light-emitting-diode (led)...

  • Page 128: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Cal spas clear water plan ™ great spa water is easily achieved when the right chemicals are used and a clear water plan is implemented. The key to clean, clear, safe water is to fully understand how spa water reacts to users, operation and chemicals. This clear water plan will help give you that und...

  • Page 129: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Safety: 1. This plan and its chemical dosages are intended for cal spas chemicals only. Most chemical manufactures use different chemical for- mulas and strengths. Cal spas’ chemicals are specially formulated to provide proper chemical balance at lower dosages. Compare labels and dosages and see for...

  • Page 130

    Stay with the plan staying with the plan: spa owners who enjoy the cleanest water with a minimum time investment, all have one thing in common: they use, and stay with a sim- ple chemical plan. Most chemical manufactures offer a maintenance plan printed in a small booklet, which contains nothing mor...

  • Page 131

    Filters and filtration: exclusive bio-clean filter cartridge: the average filter cartridge is designed to remove dirt, sand, minerals, phosphates, bather waste and other solids from the spa. Unfortunately, some spa owners fail to include filter cleaning as part of their chemical maintenance plan. Fi...

  • Page 132

    Cloudy water: cloudy water: everyone experiences cloudy water at one time or another. The number one cause of cloudy water is the spa user and the things they bring into the spa. As discussed before, the average spa holds only 350 gallons of water. What you bring into the spa will stay in the water ...

  • Page 133

    Enzyme oil gone: (oil remover) enzyme oil gone: this chemical will help break-down excessive amounts of body and other oils in the spa water. Body oil, perspiration, lotions and tanning oil will quickly accumulate in your spa if your not careful. The best solution is prevention. Always watch what go...

  • Page 134

    Example: spa owners that use their spa three (3) or four (4) times a week will have lower ph than spa owners who use their spa once or twice a week. Even the sanitizers (bromine, chlorine, etc.) that you use can effect the water’s ph levels. Did you know that bromine has a ph level of 3.0 while chlo...

  • Page 135

    Controlling the total alkalinity: controlling the total alkalinity: 1. Always follow printed instructions on the bottle and/or packages. 2. Always adjust total alkalinity and sanitizers first even if it throws the ph further off. 3. Chlorine users will generally use more “ph / alkalinity down.” 4. B...

  • Page 136: Stain and Scale Prevention

    Calcium hardness: (hard and soft water) do not use soft water when filling your spa this is primarily for two reasons. 1. Soft water tends to be very unstable. This means that locking-in ph and total alkalinity levels becomes difficult. 2. Soft water becomes quite foamy with very little turbulence. ...

  • Page 137

    Use of foam gone: foam gone should be used sparingly. This product does not remove foam from your water, it only offers a temporary solution. The recommended amount requires one gentle squeeze of the foam gone bottle to each of the heavy foaming areas. Be sure to avoid applying foam gone near the im...

  • Page 138: Fast Sheen:

    Multi-purpose cleaner (spa finish cleaning) cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is an essential part of maintaining your spas finish. Through normal use, the spa’s finish can accumulate dirt, oil, and calcium causing a rough feel and unsightly scum lines. Cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is a low deterge...

  • Page 139

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) how sanitizers work: sanitizers such and bromine and chlorine, basically kill bacteria and other organic waste by breaking them down to unharmful levels, thus eliminating them from the water. You will need to know how each sanitizer performs this task to maximize t...

  • Page 140

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) chlorine: chlorine is generally in liquid form. However, in spa applications you will only want to use granular chlorine. This is primarily due to chlorine type and strengths. Unlike bromine, chlorine can only breakdown bacteria and other contaminates to a safe lev...

  • Page 141

    Cal spas clear water plan (start up) prior to filling a spa for the first time or after a routine draining, you will want to follow this start-up plan to extend water life and per- formance. If you are following either bromine or chlorine clear water plans, you will notice that both start up process...

  • Page 142

    Cal spas clear water plan (bromine cont. ) day three (friday) 1. Test spa water using test strips. (be sure to check the expiration date prior to use.) 2. Check bromine floater for sufficient amount of bromine tablets. (add one if necessary.) 3. Adjust total alkalinity, then ph if needed. (see ph an...

  • Page 143

    Frequently asked chemical questions: q: my ph is high and my alkalinity is low, what do i do? A: adjust your alkalinity first, even if it throws the ph further off. Use “ph / alkalinity up” or “ph / alkalinity down” adjust and sta- bilize you total alkalinity level. This will make it easier to adjus...

  • Page 144

    Page 48 owner’s manual cal spas chemicals bromine/chlorine starter kit #ch07000290/#che07000295 when used as directed, this prod- uct is effective as a spa and hot tub sanitizer disinfectant. Treats 250gallons for up to 3 weeks. Brominating tablets #che07000760/#che07000770 sanitizer, disinfectant f...

  • Page 145

    Owner’s manual page 39 spa shell / structural warranty journey spas: c.A.I. Warranties against the loose of water through the spa shell due to defects in mate- rials and workmanship for a period of 10 years from the original date of purchase. Equipment warranty journey series spas: c.A.I. Warranties...

  • Page 146: Parts List

    Page 40 owner’s manual parts list owner’s manual parts list description part number plumbing accu therapy jet (940123mg) plu21702702 micro flow jet plu21702403 micro swirl plu21702404 power storm zx plu21702741 power storm jx plu21702740 1” air venturi plu21700375 on/off drain valve plu21400350 main...

  • Page 147

    Owner’s manual parts list owner’s manual page 41 description part number electrical control box cs 5000 ele09000197 control box cs 5300 ‘03 (3 pump) ele09000194 circuit board 2100 c2100ria (2000) ele09100205 topside control panel, cs 5000’03 ele09200871 kit mount plastic sensor housing ele09900240 2...

  • Page 148

    Description part number cabinets door panel, grey, jet wood cabinet 26”x43 1/2” woo27513194 door panel, grey, jet wood cabinet 28”x43 1/2” woo27513159 door panel, grey, jet wood cabinet 34”x43 1/2” woo27513017 front access, grey, jet wood cabinet 26”x8 1/2” woo27513196 front access, grey, jet wood c...

  • Page 149

    C.A.I. Customer service department 1462 east ninth street pomona, ca 91766 toll free: 1-800-cal-spas fax: 1-909-629-3890 www.Calspas.Com.

  • Page 150: Signature Series

    2004 owner’s manual us and canada signature series 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic control duplication without written consent is strictly prohibited. This owner’s manual is for spas manufactured after january 1, 2004 due to continuous improvement programs, all models, operation, and/or specification...

  • Page 151

    Table of contents benefits of owning a cal spa ............................................................................................2 safety instructions ..............................................................................................................3 contact information ..........

  • Page 152

    Page 2 owner’s manual benefits of owning a cal spa warm water workouts almost any exercise that can be done on land, including walking or jogging, can be also done in water. If you have arthritis and you're exercising in a spa or hot tub, however, you'll probably focus on range-of-motion exercises t...

  • Page 153: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions when installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Read and follow all instructions warning: to reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to use the spa unless they are supervised at all times. All 110v spas require a d...

  • Page 154: Save This Information.

    Hyperthermia danger prolonged exposure to hot air/water can induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level 3˚ to 6˚ above the normal body temperature of 37˚c (98.6˚f). While hyperthermia has many health benefits, it is important not to allow your b...

  • Page 155: Basic Spa Information

    Basic spa information the following operating and maintenance instructions are very important and must be followed carefully. With the proper care and maintenance, your cal spa will provide you with years of satisfaction and performance. Do not be afraid to push buttons or turn knobs to learn about ...

  • Page 156: Delivery And Set-Up

    Page 6 owner’s manual delivery and set-up please make a record of the following. It will be valuable if service is required. Cal spa model: cal spa serial number: date purchased: date installed: cal spa dealer’s phone number: cal spa dealer’s address: most cities and counties require permits for ext...

  • Page 157

    Owner’s manual page 7 provide a view with your spa think about the direction you will be facing when sitting in your spa. Do you have a special landscaped area in your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps there is an area that catches a soothing breeze during the day and lovely sunset in the evenin...

  • Page 158

    Page 8 owner’s manual preparing a good foundation your spa needs a solid and level foundation. The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the spa and the occupants who use it. If the foundation is inadequate, it may shift or settle after the spa is in place, causing stress that c...

  • Page 159: Electrical Installation

    Owner’s manual page 9 electrical installation 110-volt installation always follow applicable local, state and federal code and guidelines. 1. Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 20-amp breaker. 2. Do not use an extensions cord. 3. Always use a weatherproof-covered receptacle. 4. Never have y...

  • Page 160

    Page 10 owner’s manual 220v installation all 220v spas are required to have a dedicated 50-amp gfci breaker and should only be wired by a licensed electrician. To ensure proper wiring of your gfci, follow these diagrams (figure 2 and figure 3). 1. Always follow applicable local, state, and federal c...

  • Page 161

    Owner’s manual page 11 electrical installation owner’s manual figure 3. Gfci hook-up.

  • Page 162: Starting Your Portable Spa

    Page 12 owner’s manual starting your portable spa note: be careful not to over-tighten the plumbing fittings. Note: never run the spa with the gate valves closed or without water circulating for long periods of time. Note: never fill your spa with soft water. Soft water makes it impossible to mainta...

  • Page 163: Filter Maintenance

    Owner’s manual page 13 filter maintenance portable spas: filtration starts on electronically-controlled spas as soon as the pumps are primed and water flow is steady. As the flow of water goes through the filter, dirt and debris is removed and accumulated in the filter cartridge. As the filter cartr...

  • Page 164: Operating Instructions

    Page 14 owner’s manual operating instructions your new cal spa is very versatile. You can direct the flow of water and air through various locations throughout your spa. The following list of features are available on most spas. Adjustable jets (figure 5) almost all of the jets in your spa are adjus...

  • Page 165

    Owner’s manual page 15 cal zone quest 2000 ozonator your new cal zone quest 2000 ozonator is a state-of-the-art bacteria killing machine. This unit will assist you in maintaining clean and clear spa water, while saving you time and money with spa chemicals. Operation your cal zone quest 2000 ozonato...

  • Page 166

    Page 16 owner’s manual air venturies air venturies are the smaller knobs located around the top of your spa. Each one will let you add a mixture of air with the jet pressure. This is accomplished by simply rotating the air venturi knob to the left (counter-clock- wise) to increase the amount of airf...

  • Page 167

    Owner’s manual page 17 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic operation when first powered-up, the 5000 electronic system (figure 8) will perform a self-diagnostic check and then it will automatically heat to, and maintain, a temperature of 100˚f until you change the set temperature as listed in the ‘temper...

  • Page 168

    Owner’s manual 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic operation page 18 owner’s manual initial start up one pump equipment when the spa is powered on, it will display configuration digits to let the user know that it will go into priming mode, which can last 4 minutes. (priming mode is a self check & can ex...

  • Page 169

    Owner’s manual page 19 optional filter cycle programming press time and then “ mode prog” within 3 seconds and the display will show program, filter 1, and start time icons. Use the cursor to select the start time hour and repeat to select the minutes (each minute press changes in increments of 5). ...

  • Page 170

    Owner’s manual 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic operation page 20 owner’s manual option (optional blower, mister or a 3rd pump) 7000 and 9000 option - press the option button to turn on the blower. Turn “off” after 15 minutes blower - set b dip switch #3 to the “on” position and plug cord into j6 mist...

  • Page 171

    Owner’s manual page 21 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic operation owner’s manual freeze protection if the temperature sensors detects a drop of 44˚f on the heater, the pump will automatically power-up to provide freeze protection. The equipment will stay “on” for 4 minutes after the sensor detects a w...

  • Page 172: Cal Spas Flow Diverter

    Cal spas flow diverter owner’s manual page 22 owner’s manual cal spas flow diverter the cal spas flow diverter system uses one or more motorized valve(s) to vary the jet action between certain zones in the spa. These valve(s) are preset to stop at 7 different positions. Those positions are represent...

  • Page 173: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Cal spas clear water plan ™ great spa water is easily achieved when the right chemicals are used and a clear water plan is implemented. The key to clean, clear, safe water is to fully understand how spa water reacts to users, operation and chemicals. This clear water plan will help give you that und...

  • Page 174: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Safety: 1. This plan and its chemical dosages are intended for cal spas chemicals only. Most chemical manufactures use different chemical for- mulas and strengths. Cal spas’ chemicals are specially formulated to provide proper chemical balance at lower dosages. Compare labels and dosages and see for...

  • Page 175

    Stay with the plan staying with the plan: spa owners who enjoy the cleanest water with a minimum time investment, all have one thing in common: they use, and stay with a sim- ple chemical plan. Most chemical manufactures offer a maintenance plan printed in a small booklet, which contains nothing mor...

  • Page 176

    Filters and filtration: exclusive bio-clean filter cartridge: the average filter cartridge is designed to remove dirt, sand, minerals, phosphates, bather waste and other solids from the spa. Unfortunately, some spa owners fail to include filter cleaning as part of their chemical maintenance plan. Fi...

  • Page 177

    Cloudy water: cloudy water: everyone experiences cloudy water at one time or another. The number one cause of cloudy water is the spa user and the things they bring into the spa. As discussed before, the average spa holds only 350 gallons of water. What you bring into the spa will stay in the water ...

  • Page 178

    Enzyme oil gone: (oil remover) enzyme oil gone: this chemical will help break-down excessive amounts of body and other oils in the spa water. Body oil, perspiration, lotions and tanning oil will quickly accumulate in your spa if your not careful. The best solution is prevention. Always watch what go...

  • Page 179

    Example: spa owners that use their spa three (3) or four (4) times a week will have lower ph than spa owners who use their spa once or twice a week. Even the sanitizers (bromine, chlorine, etc.) that you use can effect the water’s ph levels. Did you know that bromine has a ph level of 3.0 while chlo...

  • Page 180

    Controlling the total alkalinity: controlling the total alkalinity: 1. Always follow printed instructions on the bottle and/or packages. 2. Always adjust total alkalinity and sanitizers first even if it throws the ph further off. 3. Chlorine users will generally use more “ph / alkalinity down.” 4. B...

  • Page 181: Stain and Scale Prevention

    Calcium hardness: (hard and soft water) do not use soft water when filling your spa this is primarily for two reasons. 1. Soft water tends to be very unstable. This means that locking-in ph and total alkalinity levels becomes difficult. 2. Soft water becomes quite foamy with very little turbulence. ...

  • Page 182

    Use of foam gone: foam gone should be used sparingly. This product does not remove foam from your water, it only offers a temporary solution. The recommended amount requires one gentle squeeze of the foam gone bottle to each of the heavy foaming areas. Be sure to avoid applying foam gone near the im...

  • Page 183: Fast Sheen:

    Multi-purpose cleaner (spa finish cleaning) cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is an essential part of maintaining your spas finish. Through normal use, the spa’s finish can accumulate dirt, oil, and calcium causing a rough feel and unsightly scum lines. Cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is a low deterge...

  • Page 184

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) how sanitizers work: sanitizers such and bromine and chlorine, basically kill bacteria and other organic waste by breaking them down to unharmful levels, thus eliminating them from the water. You will need to know how each sanitizer performs this task to maximize t...

  • Page 185

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) chlorine: chlorine is generally in liquid form. However, in spa applications you will only want to use granular chlorine. This is primarily due to chlorine type and strengths. Unlike bromine, chlorine can only breakdown bacteria and other contaminates to a safe lev...

  • Page 186

    Cal spas clear water plan (start up) prior to filling a spa for the first time or after a routine draining, you will want to follow this start-up plan to extend water life and per- formance. If you are following either bromine or chlorine clear water plans, you will notice that both start up process...

  • Page 187

    Cal spas clear water plan (bromine cont. ) day three (friday) 1. Test spa water using test strips. (be sure to check the expiration date prior to use.) 2. Check bromine floater for sufficient amount of bromine tablets. (add one if necessary.) 3. Adjust total alkalinity, then ph if needed. (see ph an...

  • Page 188

    Frequently asked chemical questions: q: my ph is high and my alkalinity is low, what do i do? A: adjust your alkalinity first, even if it throws the ph further off. Use “ph / alkalinity up” or “ph / alkalinity down” adjust and sta- bilize you total alkalinity level. This will make it easier to adjus...

  • Page 189

    Page 48 owner’s manual cal spas chemicals bromine/chlorine starter kit #ch07000290/#che07000295 when used as directed, this prod- uct is effective as a spa and hot tub sanitizer disinfectant. Treats 250gallons for up to 3 weeks. Brominating tablets #che07000760/#che07000770 sanitizer, disinfectant f...

  • Page 190

    Owner’s manual page 49 spa shell / structural warranty signature spas: c.A.I. Warranties against the loose of water through the spa shell due to defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 10 years from the original date of purchase. Equipment warranty signature series spas: c.A.I. Warranti...

  • Page 191: Warranty Information

    Warranty information owner’s manual page 38 owner’s manual warranty information see your cal spas dealer for a copy of the applicable warranty, details, and any questions you may have regarding the warranty coverage on your spa. Warranty limitations the 2004 limited warranty is void if the spa has b...

  • Page 192

    Owner’s manual appendix owner’s manual page 39 winterizing in many areas of the country, the temperature drops below 32˚f. C.A.I. Recommends that you always have your spa full of water and running at normal spa temperatures (80˚f to 100˚f). This will help reduce the risk of freezing in your spa and ...

  • Page 193: Appendix

    Appendix owner’s manual page 40 owner’s manual appendix the items that will be covered in this section will consist of the following: chemicals warranty information cal spas entertainment system part numbers in order for your retailer to expedite your order, for parts and accessories, it is recommen...

  • Page 194

    Owner’s manual cal spa entertainment system owner’s manual page 41 cal spa entertainment system splash stereo system figure 11. Cal flame entertainment system this system can be used to listen to am or fm stereo signals, cd’s and also audio from the optional dvd and tv tuner on our entertainment cal...

  • Page 195

    Cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 42 owner’s manual 17” tv monitor operation: (optional) turning on the tv monitor: once the tv has been opened (either by manual or automatic operation) you will be able to operate the tv with the silver tv remote control. Front panel features (figure...

  • Page 196

    Owner’s manual cal spa entertainment system owner’s manual page 43 21 20 17 13 9 14 10 7 4b 5a 5b 19 18 15 16 11 12 8 6 4a 1 2 3 figure 12. 17” tv remote 1. Power - turns the tv off/on. 2. Memory - store favorite channels or teletext pages. 3. Display - shows current status of tv. 4a. Ch./page up - ...

  • Page 197

    Owner’s manual cal spas entertainment system page 44 owner’s manual 42” tv monitor and lift operation: (optional) figure 13. 42” plasma display screen this system can be used to listen to am or fm stereo signals, cd’s and also audio from the optional dvd and tv tuner on our entertainment cal flame u...

  • Page 198

    Owner’s manual cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 45 1 7 6 8 9 4 2 3 5 10 figure 14. 42” tv remote 1. Remote control cable jack (not included) 2. Display - press button and the menu display will appear on the screen. Press again and it disappears. 3. Video a, video b, compo./ rgb b an...

  • Page 199

    Cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 46 owner’s manual cal spas entertainment system operation dvd player and surround sound processor (optional) this system contains the dvd player and dvd remote controller. Note : although encased in a plastic housing with weather seals, this system a...

  • Page 200

    Owner’s manual cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 47 operating the dvd system in tv mode: figure 16. Dvd player the dvd system is used to feed the audio signal from the tv tuner to the stereo. You will need to switch the audio and video modes with dvd remote to properly receive pictur...

  • Page 201: Parts List

    Page 50 owner’s manual parts list owner’s manual parts list description part number shell acr03400000 acrylic repair kit acr03400020 quarite repair kit acr03400030 quarite repair kit dark twilite acr03400035 quarite repair kit light twilght acr03400045 quarite repair kit sahara acr03400050 quarite r...

  • Page 202

    Owner’s manual parts list owner’s manual page 51 description part number plumbing plu21700748 barrel assy, pulse ss cx (cs2126519-2ss) plu21700747 barrel assy, swirl ss sx (cs2126509-2ss) plu21702748 barrel assy, pulse silver cx (cs2126519-2s) plu21702747 barrel assy, swirl silver sx (cs2126509-2s) ...

  • Page 203

    Description part number lite lit16100150 5" spa light(2ea) assembly complete '2003 lit16100151 bulb, #912 12.8v 100a 12.8w, jumbo spa light, '03 [813-4370] lit16100153 wall fitting, clear lens cap, jumbo spa light, 5" scallop '03 [215-4370] lit16100154 back cap, jumbo spa light, '03 [611-4110] lit16...

  • Page 204

    Description part number cabinets woo27513307 cab back pnl 24 1/2 x 49 1/4, cal select, red woo27513308 cab back pnl 24 1/2 x 49 1/4, cal select, grey woo27513309 cab back pnl 26 x 38 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513310 cab back pnl 26 x 38 1/2, cal select, red woo27513311 cab back pnl 32 1/2 x 57 1/2,...

  • Page 205

    Parts list owner’s manual page 54 owner’s manual description part number cabinets woo27513361 cab frnt pnl 24 1/2 x 7, cal select, red woo27513362 cab frnt pnl 26 x 1 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513363 cab frnt pnl 26 x 1 1/2, cal select, red woo27513364 cab frnt pnl 26 x 4 1/4, cal select, grey woo2...

  • Page 206

    Owner’s manual page 55 owner’s manual parts list description part number cabinets woo27513409 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 68 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513410 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 68 1/2, cal select, red woo27513411 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 68 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513412 cab side pnl 24 x 68 1/2, cal ...

  • Page 207

    C.A.I. Customer service department 1462 east ninth street pomona, ca 91766 toll free: 1-800-cal-spas fax: 1-909-629-3890 www.Calspas.Com.

  • Page 208: Home Series

    2004 owner’s manual us and canada home series tm 1500 and 9000 electronic control duplication without written consent is strictly prohibited. This owner’s manual is for spas manufactured after may 3, 2004 due to continuous improvement programs, all models, operation, and/or specifications are subjec...

  • Page 209

    Table of contents benefits of owning a cal spa ............................................................................................2 safety instructions ..............................................................................................................3 contact information ..........

  • Page 210: Benefits of Owning

    Page 2 owner’s manual benefits of owning a cal spa warm water workouts almost any exercise that can be done on land, including walking or jogging, can be also done in water . If you have arthritis and you're exercising in a spa or hot tub, however, you'll probably focus on range-of-motion exercises ...

  • Page 211: Safety

    Safety instructions when installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Read and follow all instructions warning : to reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to use the spa unless they are supervised at all times. All 110v spas require a ...

  • Page 212: Ve This Information.

    I. Warning: water temperatures in excess of 100 degrees farenheit or 38 degrees celcius may be injurious to your health j. Warning: before entering spa or hot tub meaasure the water temperature with an accurate themometer. K. Warining: do not use a spa or hottub immediately follwoing strenouos exer-...

  • Page 213: Basic Sp

    Basic sp a information the following operating and maintenance instructions are very important and must be followed carefully . With the proper care and maintenance, your cal spa will provide you with years of satisfaction and performance. Do not be afraid to push buttons or turn knobs to learn abou...

  • Page 214: Deliver

    Page 6 owner’s manual deliver y and set-up please make a record of the following. It will be valuable if service is required. Cal spa model: cal spa serial number: date purchased: date installed: cal spa dealer’s phone number: cal spa dealer’s address: most cities and counties require permits for ex...

  • Page 215

    Owner ’s manual page 7 provide a view with your spa think about the direction you will be facing when sitting in your spa. Do you have a special landscaped area in your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps there is an area that catches a soothing breeze during the day and lovely sunset in the eveni...

  • Page 216

    Page 8 owner’s manual prep aring a good foundation y our spa needs a solid and level foundation. The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the spa and the occupants who use it. If the foundation is inadequate, it may shift or settle after the spa is in place, causing stress that...

  • Page 217: Electrical

    Owner ’s manual page 9 electrical installation 110-volt installation always follow applicable local, state and federal code and guidelines. 1. Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 20-amp breaker. 2. Do not use an extensions cord. 3. Always use a weatherproof-covered receptacle. 4. Never have ...

  • Page 218

    Page 10 owner’s manual 220v installation all 220v spas are required to have a dedicated 50-amp gfci breaker and should only be wired by a licensed electrician. To ensure proper wiring of your gfci, follow these diagrams ( figur e 2 and figur e 3 ). 1. Always follow applicable local, state, and feder...

  • Page 219

    Owner ’s manual page 11 electrical installation owner’s manual figure 3. Gfci hook-up.

  • Page 220: Arting Your Portable Spa

    Page 12 owner’s manual st arting your portable spa note: be careful not to over-tighten the plumbing fittings. Note: never run the spa with the gate valves closed or without water circulating longer than 1 minute. Operating the spa in this manner may damage your ppump or cause a dry fire condition. ...

  • Page 221: Fil

    Owner ’s manual page 13 fil ter maintenance portable spas: filtration starts on electronically controlled spas as soon as the pumps are primed and water flow is steady . As the flow of water goes through the filter, dirt and debris is removed and accumulated in the filter cartridge. As the filter ca...

  • Page 222: Opera

    Page 14 owner’s manual opera ting instructions y our new cal spa is very versatile. You can direct the flow of water and air through various locations throughout your spa. The following list of features are available on most spas. Adjustable jets (figure 5) almost all of the jets in your spa are adj...

  • Page 223

    Owner ’s manual page 15 cal zone quest 2000 ozonator y our new cal zone quest 2000 ozonator is a state-of-the-art bacteria killing machine. This unit will assist you in maintaining clean and clear spa water, while saving you time and money with spa chemicals. Operation y our cal zone quest 2000 ozon...

  • Page 224

    Page 16 owner’s manual air v enturies air venturies are the smaller knobs located around the top of your spa. Each one will let you add a mixture of air with the jet pressure. This is accomplished by simply rotating the air venturi knob to the left (counter-clock- wise) to increase the amount of air...

  • Page 225: 9000 Electronic Opera

    Owner ’s manual page 17 9000 electronic opera tion 9000 electronic operation owner’s manual led temp. Indicator cursor up cursor down time mode prog light display temperature display pump display pump display jets1 clock (not available with the 7000) heat ozone option invert jets 2 light safety suct...

  • Page 226

    Owner ’s manual 9000 electronic operation page 18 owner’s manual initial start up 9000 electr onic control system one pump equipment when the spa is powered on, it will display configuration digits to let the user know that it will go into priming mode, which can last 4 minutes. (priming mode is a s...

  • Page 227

    Owner ’s manual page 19 optional filter cycle programming press time and then “ mode prog” within 3 seconds and the display will show program, filter 1, and start time icons. Use the cursor to select the start time hour and repeat to select the minutes (each minute press changes in increments of 5)....

  • Page 228

    Owner ’s manual 9000 electronic operation page 20 owner’s manual option (optional blower, mister or a 3rd pump) option - press the option button to turn on the blower . Turn “off” after 15 minutes blower - set b dip switch #3 to the “on” position and plug cord into j6 mister - set b dip switch #11 t...

  • Page 229

    Owner ’s manual page 21 9000 electronic operation owner’s manual fr eeze protection if the temperature sensors detects a drop of 44˚f on the heater , the pump will automatically power-up to provide freeze protection. The equipment will stay “on” for 4 minutes after the sensor detects a water tempera...

  • Page 230

    1500 electronic operation temperature adjustment (range 80°f to 104°f) the display screen will always display the actual water temperature. Example: the actual water temperature is 100°f, the topside display will read 100. To display the set temperature, simply depress the temp pad and the temperatu...

  • Page 231

    1500 electronic operation (continued) setting filtration cycles y our spa will automatically filter itself twice a day. Set to the filtration time, turn off the power to the spa and turn it back on at the time of day you would like the filtration cycles to start at the gfci breaker. Example: if you ...

  • Page 232

    Cal zone quest 1000 ozonator y our new cal zone quest 1000 ozonator is a state-of-the-art bacteria killing machine. This unit will assist you in maintaining clean and clear spa water, while saving you time and expense with spa chemicals. Operation y our cal zone quest 1000 ozonator will automaticall...

  • Page 233: Adjustable

    Owner ’s manual adjustable therapy system page 25 owner’s manual adjustable therapy system (optional) spas equipped with this system, allow you complete control of the therapy seat and/or lounger. This unique system offers convenient operation with its seat side controls, seven different massage mod...

  • Page 234

    (1-7) massage modes demo mode after turning on the pump and pulse modes, press and hold both the up and down buttons together for two seconds then release. In this mode, every twenty (20) seconds this system will automatically switch to the next massage mode. Once the user finds the perfect massage ...

  • Page 235: Cal

    Cal spas flow diverter owner’s manual page 27 owner’s manual cal spas flow diverter the cal spas flow diverter system uses one or more motorized valve(s) to vary the jet action between certain zones in the spa. These valve(s) are preset to stop at 7 different positions. Those positions are represent...

  • Page 236: Mul

    Owner ’s manual multi-color spa light operation owner’s manual page 28 mul ti-colored spa light operation 10 dramatic lighting modes experience each dif ferent lighting mode by turningthe spa light off and on to change lighting effects: • white: pur e, bright white • spectrum slow dance: vibrant,slo...

  • Page 237: Cal

    Owner ’s manual cal spa entertainment system owner’s manual page 29 cal spa splash stereo system figure 11 . Cal spas splash stereo system this system can be used to listen to am or fm stereo signals, and cd’s. Each cal spa that is equipped with the splash stereo system is delivered with the manufac...

  • Page 238

    Cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 30 owner’s manual 17” tv monitor operation: (optional) t urning on the tv monitor: once the tv has been opened (either by manual or automatic operation) you will be able to operate the tv with the silver tv remote control. Fr ont panel features (figu...

  • Page 239

    Owner ’s manual cal spa entertainment system owner’s manual page 31 21 20 17 13 9 14 10 7 4b 5a 5b 19 18 15 16 11 12 8 6 4a 1 2 3 figure 13. 17” tv remote 1. Power - turns the tv off/on. 2. Memory - store favorite channels or teletext pages. 3. Display - shows current status of tv. 4a. Ch./page up -...

  • Page 240

    Cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 32 owner’s manual cal spas entertainment system operation dvd player and surround sound processor (optional) this system contains the dvd player and dvd remote controller . Note : although encased in a plastic housing with weather seals, this system ...

  • Page 241

    Owner ’s manual cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 33 operating the dvd system in tv mode: figure 17 . Dvd player the dvd system is used to feed the audio signal from the tv tuner to the stereo. You will need to switch the audio and video modes with dvd remote to properly receive pict...

  • Page 242: Appendix

    Appendix owner’s manual page34 owner’s manual appendix the items that will be covered in this section will consist of the following: clear water plan chemicals warranty information part numbers in order for your retailer to expedite your order, for parts and accessories, it is recommended that you h...

  • Page 243: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Cal spas clear water plan ™ great spa water is easily achieved when the right chemicals are used and a clear water plan is implemented. The key to clean, clear, safe water is to fully understand how spa water reacts to users, operation and chemicals. This clear water plan will help give you that und...

  • Page 244: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Safety: 1. This plan and its chemical dosages are intended for cal spas chemicals only. Most chemical manufactures use different chemical for- mulas and strengths. Cal spas’ chemicals are specially formulated to provide proper chemical balance at lower dosages. Compare labels and dosages and see for...

  • Page 245

    Stay with the plan staying with the plan: spa owners who enjoy the cleanest water with a minimum time investment, all have one thing in common: they use, and stay with a sim- ple chemical plan. Most chemical manufactures offer a maintenance plan printed in a small booklet, which contains nothing mor...

  • Page 246

    Filters and filtration: exclusive bio-clean filter cartridge: the average filter cartridge is designed to remove dirt, sand, minerals, phosphates, bather waste and other solids from the spa. Unfortunately, some spa owners fail to include filter cleaning as part of their chemical maintenance plan. Fi...

  • Page 247

    Cloudy water: cloudy water: everyone experiences cloudy water at one time or another. The number one cause of cloudy water is the spa user and the things they bring into the spa. As discussed before, the average spa holds only 350 gallons of water. What you bring into the spa will stay in the water ...

  • Page 248

    Enzyme oil gone: (oil remover) enzyme oil gone: this chemical will help break-down excessive amounts of body and other oils in the spa water. Body oil, perspiration, lotions and tanning oil will quickly accumulate in your spa if your not careful. The best solution is prevention. Always watch what go...

  • Page 249

    Example: spa owners that use their spa three (3) or four (4) times a week will have lower ph than spa owners who use their spa once or twice a week. Even the sanitizers (bromine, chlorine, etc.) that you use can effect the water’s ph levels. Did you know that bromine has a ph level of 3.0 while chlo...

  • Page 250

    Controlling the total alkalinity: controlling the total alkalinity: 1. Always follow printed instructions on the bottle and/or packages. 2. Always adjust total alkalinity and sanitizers first even if it throws the ph further off. 3. Chlorine users will generally use more “ph / alkalinity down.” 4. B...

  • Page 251: Stain and Scale Prevention

    Calcium hardness: (hard and soft water) do not use soft water when filling your spa this is primarily for two reasons. 1. Soft water tends to be very unstable. This means that locking-in ph and total alkalinity levels becomes difficult. 2. Soft water becomes quite foamy with very little turbulence. ...

  • Page 252

    Use of foam gone: foam gone should be used sparingly. This product does not remove foam from your water, it only offers a temporary solution. The recommended amount requires one gentle squeeze of the foam gone bottle to each of the heavy foaming areas. Be sure to avoid applying foam gone near the im...

  • Page 253: Fast Sheen:

    Multi-purpose cleaner (spa finish cleaning) cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is an essential part of maintaining your spas finish. Through normal use, the spa’s finish can accumulate dirt, oil, and calcium causing a rough feel and unsightly scum lines. Cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is a low deterge...

  • Page 254

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) how sanitizers work: sanitizers such and bromine and chlorine, basically kill bacteria and other organic waste by breaking them down to unharmful levels, thus eliminating them from the water. You will need to know how each sanitizer performs this task to maximize t...

  • Page 255

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) chlorine: chlorine is generally in liquid form. However, in spa applications you will only want to use granular chlorine. This is primarily due to chlorine type and strengths. Unlike bromine, chlorine can only breakdown bacteria and other contaminates to a safe lev...

  • Page 256

    Cal spas clear water plan (start up) prior to filling a spa for the first time or after a routine draining, you will want to follow this start-up plan to extend water life and per- formance. If you are following either bromine or chlorine clear water plans, you will notice that both start up process...

  • Page 257

    Cal spas clear water plan (bromine cont. ) day three (friday) 1. Test spa water using test strips. (be sure to check the expiration date prior to use.) 2. Check bromine floater for sufficient amount of bromine tablets. (add one if necessary.) 3. Adjust total alkalinity, then ph if needed. (see ph an...

  • Page 258

    Frequently asked chemical questions: q: my ph is high and my alkalinity is low, what do i do? A: adjust your alkalinity first, even if it throws the ph further off. Use “ph / alkalinity up” or “ph / alkalinity down” adjust and sta- bilize you total alkalinity level. This will make it easier to adjus...

  • Page 259

    To order cal spas’ chemicals please call 1-800-calspas enzyme formula # che07000600/#che07000605 metal protector #che07000630/#che07000640 stain and scale prevention #che07000650#/che07000660 oxidizer shock #che07000680/#che07000710 bromine/chlorine starter kit #che07000290/#che07000295 vinyl & leat...

  • Page 260

    Owner ’s manual appendix owner’s manual page 50 w interizing in many areas of the country , the temperature drops below 32˚f. C.A.I. Recommends that you always have your spa full of water and running at normal spa temperatures (80˚f to 100˚f). This will help reduce the risk of freezing in your spa a...

  • Page 261: Arranty Information

    W arranty information owner’s manual page 52 owner’s manual w arranty information see your cal spas dealer for a copy of the applicable warranty , details, and any questions you may have regarding the warranty coverage on your spa. W arranty limitations the 2004 limited warranty is void if the spa h...

  • Page 262

    Owner ’s manual page 53 spa shell / structural warranty home spas: c.A.I. Warranties against the loose of water through the spa shell due to defects in mate- rials and workmanship for a period of 10 years from the original date of purchase. Equipment warranty home series spas: c.A.I. Warranties the ...

  • Page 263: Arts List

    Page 54 parts list owner’s manual p arts list part number description shell acr03400000 acrylic repair kit acr03400020 quarite repair kit acr03400030 quarite repair kit dark twilite acr03400035 quarite repair kit light twilght acr03400045 quarite repair kit sahara acr03400050 quarite repair kit sapp...

  • Page 264

    Owner ’s manual parts list owner’s manual page 55 part number description plumbing plu21700748 barrel assy, pulse ss cx (cs2126519-2ss) plu21700747 barrel assy, swirl ss sx (cs2126509-2ss) plu21702748 barrel assy, pulse silver cx (cs2126519-2s) plu21702747 barrel assy, swirl silver sx (cs2126509-2s)...

  • Page 265

    Part number description lite lit16100150 5" spa light(2ea) assembly complete '2003 lit16100151 bulb, #912 12.8v 100a 12.8w, jumbo spa light, '03 [813-4370] lit16100153 wall fitting, clear lens cap, jumbo spa light, 5" scallop '03 [215-4370] lit16100154 back cap, jumbo spa light, '03 [611-4110] lit16...

  • Page 266

    Part number description cabinets woo27513307 cab back pnl 24 1/2 x 49 1/4, cal select, red woo27513308 cab back pnl 24 1/2 x 49 1/4, cal select, grey woo27513309 cab back pnl 26 x 38 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513310 cab back pnl 26 x 38 1/2, cal select, red woo27513311 cab back pnl 32 1/2 x 57 1/2,...

  • Page 267

    Parts list owner’s manual page 58 owner’s manual part number description cabinets woo27513361 cab frnt pnl 24 1/2 x 7, cal select, red woo27513362 cab frnt pnl 26 x 1 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513363 cab frnt pnl 26 x 1 1/2, cal select, red woo27513364 cab frnt pnl 26 x 4 1/4, cal select, grey woo2...

  • Page 268

    Owner ’s manual page 59 owner’s manual parts list part number description cabinets woo27513409 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 68 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513410 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 68 1/2, cal select, red woo27513411 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 68 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513412 cab side pnl 24 x 68 1/2, cal...

  • Page 269

    Owner ’s manual parts list part number description cabinets opt98934r h901 cab, cal select, red, w/o rail woo27500274 cabinet panels, complete, cal select, red woo27500277 cab door pnl, 26 x 36 1/2”, csr woo27500276 cab frnt pnl, 26 x 26”, csr woo27513333 cab crnr pnl, 26 x 12”, csr woo27500275 cab ...

  • Page 270

    ® sp-1137 ® u c sp fo unded 19 26 c.A.I. Customer service department 1462 east ninth street pomona, ca 91766 toll free: 1-800-cal-spas fax: 1-909-629-3890 www.Calspas.Com ¥ s e lf co ntained sp a ¥ s u it a b l e f o r in door or o u t d o o r u s e ul listed ¤ 77k8 * c ¥ s e lf co ntained sp a ¥ s ...

  • Page 271: Classic Series

    2004 owner’s manual us and canada classic series 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic control duplication without written consent is strictly prohibited. This owner’s manual is for spas manufactured after january 1, 2004 due to continuous improvement programs, all models, operation, and/or specifications ...

  • Page 272

    Table of contents benefits of owning a cal spa ............................................................................................2 safety instructions ..............................................................................................................3 contact information ..........

  • Page 273

    Page 2 owner’s manual benefits of owning a cal spa warm water workouts almost any exercise that can be done on land, including walking or jogging, can be also done in water. If you have arthritis and you're exercising in a spa or hot tub, however, you'll probably focus on range-of-motion exercises t...

  • Page 274: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions when installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Read and follow all instructions warning: to reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to use the spa unless they are supervised at all times. All 110v spas require a d...

  • Page 275: Save This Information.

    Hyperthermia danger prolonged exposure to hot air/water can induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level 3˚ to 6˚ above the normal body temperature of 37˚c (98.6˚f). While hyperthermia has many health benefits, it is important not to allow your b...

  • Page 276: Basic Spa Information

    Basic spa information the following operating and maintenance instructions are very important and must be followed carefully. With the proper care and maintenance, your cal spa will provide you with years of satisfaction and performance. Do not be afraid to push buttons or turn knobs to learn about ...

  • Page 277: Delivery And Set-Up

    Page 6 owner’s manual delivery and set-up please make a record of the following. It will be valuable if service is required. Cal spa model: cal spa serial number: date purchased: date installed: cal spa dealer’s phone number: cal spa dealer’s address: most cities and counties require permits for ext...

  • Page 278

    Owner’s manual page 7 provide a view with your spa think about the direction you will be facing when sitting in your spa. Do you have a special landscaped area in your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps there is an area that catches a soothing breeze during the day and lovely sunset in the evenin...

  • Page 279

    Page 8 owner’s manual preparing a good foundation your spa needs a solid and level foundation. The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the spa and the occupants who use it. If the foundation is inadequate, it may shift or settle after the spa is in place, causing stress that c...

  • Page 280: Electrical Installation

    Owner’s manual page 9 electrical installation 110-volt installation always follow applicable local, state and federal code and guidelines. 1. Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 20-amp breaker. 2. Do not use an extensions cord. 3. Always use a weatherproof-covered receptacle. 4. Never have y...

  • Page 281

    Page 10 owner’s manual 220v installation all 220v spas are required to have a dedicated 50-amp gfci breaker and should only be wired by a licensed electrician. To ensure proper wiring of your gfci, follow these diagrams (figure 2 and figure 3). 1. Always follow applicable local, state, and federal c...

  • Page 282

    Owner’s manual page 11 electrical installation owner’s manual figure 3. Gfci hook-up.

  • Page 283: Starting Your Portable Spa

    Page 12 owner’s manual starting your portable spa note: be careful not to over-tighten the plumbing fittings. Note: never run the spa with the gate valves closed or without water circulating for long periods of time. Note : never fill your spa with soft water. Soft water makes it impossible to maint...

  • Page 284: Filter Maintenance

    Owner’s manual page 13 filter maintenance portable spas: filtration starts on electronically-controlled spas as soon as the pumps are primed and water flow is steady. As the flow of water goes through the filter, dirt and debris is removed and accumulated in the filter cartridge. As the filter cartr...

  • Page 285: Operating Instructions

    Page 14 owner’s manual operating instructions your new cal spa is very versatile. You can direct the flow of water and air through various locations throughout your spa. The following list of features are available on most spas. Adjustable jets (figure 5) almost all of the jets in your spa are adjus...

  • Page 286

    Owner’s manual page 15 cal zone quest 2000 ozonator your new cal zone quest 2000 ozonator is a state-of-the-art bacteria killing machine. This unit will assist you in maintaining clean and clear spa water, while saving you time and money with spa chemicals. Operation your cal zone quest 2000 ozonato...

  • Page 287

    Page 16 owner’s manual air venturies air venturies are the smaller knobs located around the top of your spa. Each one will let you add a mixture of air with the jet pressure. This is accomplished by simply rotating the air venturi knob to the left (counter-clock- wise) to increase the amount of airf...

  • Page 288

    Owner’s manual page 17 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic operation when first powered-up, the 5000 electronic system (figure 8) will perform a self-diagnostic check and then it will automatically heat to, and maintain, a temperature of 100˚f until you change the set temperature as listed in the ‘temper...

  • Page 289

    Owner’s manual 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic operation page 18 owner’s manual initial start up one pump equipment when the spa is powered on, it will display configuration digits to let the user know that it will go into priming mode, which can last 4 minutes. (priming mode is a self check & can ex...

  • Page 290

    Owner’s manual page 19 optional filter cycle programming press time and then “ mode prog” within 3 seconds and the display will show program, filter 1, and start time icons. Use the cursor to select the start time hour and repeat to select the minutes (each minute press changes in increments of 5). ...

  • Page 291

    Owner’s manual 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic operation page 20 owner’s manual option (optional blower, mister or a 3rd pump) 7000 and 9000 option - press the option button to turn on the blower. Turn “off” after 15 minutes blower - set b dip switch #3 to the “on” position and plug cord into j6 mist...

  • Page 292

    Owner’s manual page 21 5000, 7000 and 9000 electronic operation owner’s manual freeze protection if the temperature sensors detects a drop of 44˚f on the heater, the pump will automatically power-up to provide freeze protection. The equipment will stay “on” for 4 minutes after the sensor detects a w...

  • Page 293: Cal Spas Flow Diverter

    Cal spas flow diverter owner’s manual page 22 owner’s manual cal spas flow diverter the cal spas flow diverter system uses one or more motorized valve(s) to vary the jet action between certain zones in the spa. These valve(s) are preset to stop at 7 different positions. Those positions are represent...

  • Page 294: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Cal spas clear water plan ™ great spa water is easily achieved when the right chemicals are used and a clear water plan is implemented. The key to clean, clear, safe water is to fully understand how spa water reacts to users, operation and chemicals. This clear water plan will help give you that und...

  • Page 295: Cal Spas Clear Water Plan

    Safety: 1. This plan and its chemical dosages are intended for cal spas chemicals only. Most chemical manufactures use different chemical for- mulas and strengths. Cal spas’ chemicals are specially formulated to provide proper chemical balance at lower dosages. Compare labels and dosages and see for...

  • Page 296

    Stay with the plan staying with the plan: spa owners who enjoy the cleanest water with a minimum time investment, all have one thing in common: they use, and stay with a sim- ple chemical plan. Most chemical manufactures offer a maintenance plan printed in a small booklet, which contains nothing mor...

  • Page 297

    Filters and filtration: exclusive bio-clean filter cartridge: the average filter cartridge is designed to remove dirt, sand, minerals, phosphates, bather waste and other solids from the spa. Unfortunately, some spa owners fail to include filter cleaning as part of their chemical maintenance plan. Fi...

  • Page 298

    Cloudy water: cloudy water: everyone experiences cloudy water at one time or another. The number one cause of cloudy water is the spa user and the things they bring into the spa. As discussed before, the average spa holds only 350 gallons of water. What you bring into the spa will stay in the water ...

  • Page 299

    Enzyme oil gone: (oil remover) enzyme oil gone: this chemical will help break-down excessive amounts of body and other oils in the spa water. Body oil, perspiration, lotions and tanning oil will quickly accumulate in your spa if your not careful. The best solution is prevention. Always watch what go...

  • Page 300

    Example: spa owners that use their spa three (3) or four (4) times a week will have lower ph than spa owners who use their spa once or twice a week. Even the sanitizers (bromine, chlorine, etc.) that you use can effect the water’s ph levels. Did you know that bromine has a ph level of 3.0 while chlo...

  • Page 301

    Controlling the total alkalinity: controlling the total alkalinity: 1. Always follow printed instructions on the bottle and/or packages. 2. Always adjust total alkalinity and sanitizers first even if it throws the ph further off. 3. Chlorine users will generally use more “ph / alkalinity down.” 4. B...

  • Page 302: Stain and Scale Prevention

    Calcium hardness: (hard and soft water) do not use soft water when filling your spa this is primarily for two reasons. 1. Soft water tends to be very unstable. This means that locking-in ph and total alkalinity levels becomes difficult. 2. Soft water becomes quite foamy with very little turbulence. ...

  • Page 303

    Use of foam gone: foam gone should be used sparingly. This product does not remove foam from your water, it only offers a temporary solution. The recommended amount requires one gentle squeeze of the foam gone bottle to each of the heavy foaming areas. Be sure to avoid applying foam gone near the im...

  • Page 304: Fast Sheen:

    Multi-purpose cleaner (spa finish cleaning) cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is an essential part of maintaining your spas finish. Through normal use, the spa’s finish can accumulate dirt, oil, and calcium causing a rough feel and unsightly scum lines. Cal spas’ multi-purpose cleaner is a low deterge...

  • Page 305

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) how sanitizers work: sanitizers such and bromine and chlorine, basically kill bacteria and other organic waste by breaking them down to unharmful levels, thus eliminating them from the water. You will need to know how each sanitizer performs this task to maximize t...

  • Page 306

    Sanitizers: (bromine and chlorine) chlorine: chlorine is generally in liquid form. However, in spa applications you will only want to use granular chlorine. This is primarily due to chlorine type and strengths. Unlike bromine, chlorine can only breakdown bacteria and other contaminates to a safe lev...

  • Page 307

    Cal spas clear water plan (start up) prior to filling a spa for the first time or after a routine draining, you will want to follow this start-up plan to extend water life and per- formance. If you are following either bromine or chlorine clear water plans, you will notice that both start up process...

  • Page 308

    Cal spas clear water plan (bromine cont. ) day three (friday) 1. Test spa water using test strips. (be sure to check the expiration date prior to use.) 2. Check bromine floater for sufficient amount of bromine tablets. (add one if necessary.) 3. Adjust total alkalinity, then ph if needed. (see ph an...

  • Page 309

    Frequently asked chemical questions: q: my ph is high and my alkalinity is low, what do i do? A: adjust your alkalinity first, even if it throws the ph further off. Use “ph / alkalinity up” or “ph / alkalinity down” adjust and sta- bilize you total alkalinity level. This will make it easier to adjus...

  • Page 310

    Page 48 owner’s manual cal spas chemicals bromine/chlorine starter kit #ch07000290/#che07000295 when used as directed, this prod- uct is effective as a spa and hot tub sanitizer disinfectant. Treats 250gallons for up to 3 weeks. Brominating tablets #che07000760/#che07000770 sanitizer, disinfectant f...

  • Page 311

    Owner’s manual page 49 spa shell / structural warranty classic spas: c.A.I. Warranties against the loose of water through the spa shell due to defects in mate- rials and workmanship for a period of 10 years from the original date of purchase. Equipment warranty classic series spas: c.A.I. Warranties...

  • Page 312: Warranty Information

    Warranty information owner’s manual page 38 owner’s manual warranty information see your cal spas dealer for a copy of the applicable warranty, details, and any questions you may have regarding the warranty coverage on your spa. Warranty limitations the 2004 limited warranty is void if the spa has b...

  • Page 313

    Owner’s manual appendix owner’s manual page 39 winterizing in many areas of the country, the temperature drops below 32˚f. C.A.I. Recommends that you always have your spa full of water and running at normal spa temperatures (80˚f to 100˚f). This will help reduce the risk of freezing in your spa and ...

  • Page 314: Appendix

    Appendix owner’s manual page 40 owner’s manual appendix the items that will be covered in this section will consist of the following: chemicals warranty information cal spas entertainment system part numbers in order for your retailer to expedite your order, for parts and accessories, it is recommen...

  • Page 315: Cal Sp

    Owner’s manual cal spa entertainment system owner’s manual page 41 cal sp as entertainment system splash stereo system figure 11. Cal flame entertainment system this system can be used to listen to am or fm stereo signals, cd’s and also audio from the optional dvd and tv tuner on our entertainment c...

  • Page 316

    Cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 42 owner’s manual 17” tv monitor operation: (optional) turning on the tv monitor: once the tv has been opened (either by manual or automatic operation) you will be able to operate the tv with the silver tv remote control. Front panel features (figure...

  • Page 317

    Owner’s manual cal spa entertainment system owner’s manual page 43 figure 12. 17” tv remote 1. Power - turns the tv off/on. 2. Memory - store favorite channels or teletext pages. 3. Display - shows current status of tv. 4a. Ch./page up - go up to the next channel/page. 4b. Ch/ page down - go back to...

  • Page 318

    Owner’s manual cal spas entertainment system page 44 owner’s manual 42” tv monitor and lift operation: (optional) figure 13. 42” plasma display screen this system can be used to listen to am or fm stereo signals, cd’s and also audio from the optional dvd and tv tuner on our entertainment cal flame u...

  • Page 319

    Owner’s manual cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 45 figure 14. 42” tv remote 1. Remote control cable jack (not included) 2. Display - press button and the menu display will appear on the screen. Press again and it disappears. 3. Video a, video b, compo./ rgb b and rgb a - use this bu...

  • Page 320

    Cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 46 owner’s manual cal spas entertainment system operation dvd player and surround sound processor (optional) this system contains the dvd player and dvd remote controller. Note : although encased in a plastic housing with weather seals, this system a...

  • Page 321

    Owner’s manual cal spas entertainment system owner’s manual page 47 operating the dvd system in tv mode: figure 16. Dvd player the dvd system is used to feed the audio signal from the tv tuner to the stereo. You will need to switch the audio and video modes with dvd remote to properly receive pictur...

  • Page 322: Parts List

    Page 50 owner’s manual parts list owner’s manual parts list part number description shell acr03400000 acrylic repair kit acr034000094 quarite repair kit spruce acr034000095 quarite repair kit bgrass acr03400020 quarite repair kit acr03400030 quarite repair kit dark twilite acr03400035 quarite repair...

  • Page 323

    Owner’s manual parts list owner’s manual page 51 plumbing plu21702723 adj cluster storm metal sc stainless (cs2121529-2ss) plu21700748 barrel assy, pulse ss cx (cs2126519-2ss) plu21700747 barrel assy, swirl ss sx (cs2126509-2ss) plu21702748 barrel assy, pulse silver cx (cs2126519-2s) plu21702747 bar...

  • Page 324

    Lite lit16100150 5" spa light(2ea) assembly complete '2003 lit16100151 bulb, #912 12.8v 100a 12.8w, jumbo spa light, '03 [813-4370] lit16100153 wallfitting, clear lens cap, jumbo spa light, 5" scallop '03 [215-4370] lit16100154 back cap, jumbo spa light, '03 [611-4110] lit16100155 red lens insert, j...

  • Page 325

    Owner’s manual page 53 owner’s manual parts list electrical ele09900395 fuse 25a power input ele09900400 fuse 20a power input ele09700085 220/110v conversion kit, pneumatic cabinet woo27513307 cab back pnl 24 1/2 x 49 1/4, cal select, red woo27513308 cab back pnl 24 1/2 x 49 1/4, cal select, grey wo...

  • Page 326

    Parts list owner’s manual page 54 owner’s manual cabinet woo27513356 cab door pnl 32 1/2 x 43 1/2, cal select, red woo27513357 cab frnt pnl 24 1/2 x 7 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513358 cab frnt pnl 24 1/2 x 7 1/2, cal select, red woo27513359 cab frnt pnl 24 1/2 x 7, cal select, grey woo27513361 cab ...

  • Page 327

    Owner’s manual parts list owner’s manual page 55 cabinet woo27513406 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 48 1/4, cal select, red woo27513407 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 58 1/2, cal select, grey woo27513408 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 58 1/2, cal select, red woo27513409 cab side pnl 24 1/2 x 68 1/2, cal select, grey woo275134...

  • Page 328

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