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Jacuzzi J - 415 Owner's Manual
Summary of J - 415
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Owner’s manual j - 4 0 0 ™ c o l l e c t i o n j - 415 j - 425 j - 460 j - 465 j - 470 j - 480 j - 495 2530-442y rev. B.
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Attention new spa owner! Congratulations on the purchase of your new jacuzzi® spa! The following is a list of automated functions performed by your spa. These functions are listed below in an attempt to suppress any operational concerns you may have during the first 24 hours of ownership! Also liste...
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J-400 ©jacuzzi hot tubs, inc. All rights reserved table of contents 1.0 important spa owner information .......................................................... 1 2.0 fcc notice ................................................................................................ 1 2.1 industry canada (...
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J-400 10.5 ipod®/aux submenu .............................................................................. 50 10.6 aux submenu ......................................................................................... 51 10.7 usb submenu .................................................................
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J-400 16.0 water quality maintenance ................................................................... 87 16.1 ph control ............................................................................................... 88 16.2 sanitizing ................................................................
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Page 1 j-400 1.0 important spa owner information your jacuzzi® spa is constructed to the highest standards and is capable of providing many years of trouble-free use. However, because heat reten- tive materials are utilized to insulate the spa for efficient operation, an uncovered spa surface and wa...
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Page 2 j-400 3.0 important safety instructions for all spa owners read and follow all instructions carefully! This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specifications outlined in the “virginia graeme baker pool and spa safety act” (vgb safety act). When installing and using this spa, basic...
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Page 3 j-400 to the wire connector on the grounding lug, inside the equipment compartment on the equipment box. • a grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum no. 8 awg (8.4 mm²) solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electri...
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Page 4 j-400 6. ! Warning: risk of severe injury or death! • since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, if pregnant or possibly pregnant, consult your physician before using a spa. • pregnant or possibly pregnant women shou...
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Page 5 j-400 9. ! Warning: in addition to maintenance of filters and water chemistry, proper ventilation is recommended to reduce the risk of contracting a waterborne illness (e.G. An infection, bacteria or virus) and/or respiratory ailments that could be present in the air or water. Consult a licen...
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Page 6 j-400 3.1 entrapment risk the consumer products safety commission/usa has reported that users of pools and spas have become entrapped (stuck) to drain and/or suction fittings causing death, drowning, or serious injury (see diagram below). This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and sp...
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Page 7 j-400 3. ! Danger: risk of severe injury or drowning! Body entrapment: may occur when part of the torso becomes entrapped, inserted or sucked into a suction or outlet opening. • never allow children to play or get near the suction fittings, suction covers, filter, filter lid or skimmer assemb...
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Page 8 j-400 3.3 important csa safety instructions (canada only) when using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read and follow all instructions. 2. A green colored terminal or a terminal marked g, gr, ground, grounding or the sy...
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Page 9 j-400 the spa must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage away from it. Placing the spa in a depression without provisions for proper drainage could allow rain, overflow and other casual water to flood the equipment and create a wet condition in which it would sit in. For spas w...
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Page 10 j-400 4.2 indoor location for indoor installations many factors need to be considered before installing a spa indoors. Warning: in addition to maintenance of filters and water chemistry, proper ventilation is recommended to reduce the risk of contracting a waterborne illness (e.G. An infecti...
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Page 11 j-400 5.0 general electrical safety instructions your new jacuzzi® spa is equipped with the j-1000™ system. It contains the most advanced safety and self- protective equipment in the industry. Nonetheless, this spa must be installed properly to ensure dependable usage. Please contact your lo...
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Page 12 j-400 4. The electrical supply for this product must include a suitably rated switch or circuit breaker to open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply with section 422-20 of the national electrical code/usa, ansi/nfpa 70. The disconnecting means must be readily accessible to the spa’s oc...
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Page 13 j-400 figure b 60 hz terminal block connection l2 l1 1. Main terminal block 2. Bonding lug/grounding terminal 3. Power wires entrance (electrical fitting and conduit must be installed) figure c terminal connection (north american 240 vac connection shown) * electrical fitting and conduit mus...
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Page 14 j-400 figure d 50hz terminal block connection l2 l1 l1 l2 1. Main terminal block 2. Heater terminal block 3. Bonding lug/grounding terminal 4. Power wires entrance (electrical fitting and conduit must be installed) figure e terminal connection (export 230 vac 50 hz connection shown) ** may o...
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Page 15 j-400 figure f 1. Remove the access door on the controller. 2. Locate the gray terminal, towards the top of the controller, figure 1. 3. Grab one of the white levers. Push the lever upward to the open position, figure 2. If opened correctly the lever will stay in place and remain open. 4. Yo...
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Page 16 j-400 7.0 power requirements jacuzzi® spas are designed to provide optimum performance and flexibility of use when connected to their maximum electrical service. They are configured at the factory. The most common electrical connections are listed below: • all north american 60 hz models onl...
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Page 17 j-400 north american j-415 models (60 hz) voltage: 240 vac 240 vac max. Current draw: 25a 36a frequency: 60 hz 60 hz number of wires: 3 3 circuit breaker (2-pole): 30a * 50a ** * in 30a configuration, the heater will not operate while the jets pump is running. ** in 50a configuration, the he...
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Page 18 j-400 8.0 spa fill up procedure for best results, read each step in its entirety before proceeding with this procedure. 1. Prepare the spa for filling • clear all debris from the spa. (although the spa shell has been polished at the factory, you may want to treat it with a specially formulat...
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Page 19 j-400 4. Activate jets pumps turn on all jet(s) pumps when adding chemicals in step 5 (see section 11.2, page 60 to activate jets). 5. Add start-up chemicals add the spa water chemicals as recommended by your authorized jacuzzi spa dealer. See section titled “water quality maintenance” (page...
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Page 20 j-400 important heater details: • the maximum temperature for which the spa can be set is 104°f (40°c) and the minimum is 80°f (27°c). • for north american spas: with a 50 amp service, turn off one of the jet pumps to operate heater. With a 30 amp service, turn off both jet pumps to operate ...
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Page 21 j-400 water fill volume by model average sodium model fill volume* dichlor j415 .................................. 202 gal (765 l) ...................................5.0 oz j425 .................................292 gal (1,105 l) .................................7.5 oz j-460.....................
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Page 22 j-400 5. Consult your authorized jacuzzi dealer for chemical recommendations, then add chemicals to hot tub water to achieve a constant sanitizer reading within the levels recommended on the inside cover of this manual. 6. Turn on all jet pumps when adding chemicals to ensure proper mixing a...
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Page 23 j-400 9.0 spa features 9.1 j-495 spa features 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 4 4 4 4 21 21 21 21 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 10 10 10 12 12 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 9 14 14 14 14 14 14 15 18 6 6 5 5 5 5 2 17 19 13 16 1 20 22 spa features subject to change without notice 1. J-1000™ control panel 2. Lighted mass ...
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Page 24 j-400 9.2 j-495 massage/waterfall selector diagram b 3 3 5 4 1b 4 4 4 4 5 5 4 1b 1b 1b 1a 2a 2b 2b a 2 2a 1a 1a 1a 1 b a massage selector (1) • massageselector1divertsjetspumpnº2outputbetweenjetsgroups 1a-1b. Massage selector (2) • massageselector2divertsjetspumpnº1outputbetweenjetsgroups 2a...
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Page 25 j-400 9.3 j-495 air controls diagram 3 3 3 3 5 4 5 5 5 4 5 6 5 4 5 1 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 air controls operation • rotateaircontrols1-5toaddairtodesignatedjetgroups. • centerfootwellixjet(6)drawsairatalltimeswhenjetspumpnº3 isrunning.Thisjethasnoaircontrol. Spa operation subject to change witho...
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Page 26 j-400 9.4 j-480 spa features 98 f 4:05 pm 1 2 3 4 5 13 9 9 10 11 7 3 4 5 12 13 13 8 5 5 4 4 3 7 6 6 6 6 14 14 19 19 19 19 18 16 15 22 3 20 23 9 9 9 9 17 17 17 9 9 9 21 17 1. J-1000™ control panel 2. Waterfall control valve 3. Air control valves (4 ea.) introduce air to specified jet groups 4...
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Page 27 j-400 9.5 j-480 massage/waterfall selector diagram 98 f 4:05 pm 1a 1b 2b 2b 2b 2a 2a 1 3 3 5 5 5 5 2 b a b a 4 4 massage selectors (1-2) • massageselector1divertsjetspumpnº2outputbetweenjetgroups 1a-1b. • massageselector2divertsoutputjetspumpnº1betweenjetgroups 2a-2b. Waterfall selector (3) ...
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Page 28 j-400 9.6 j-480 air controls diagram 98 f 4:05 pm 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 4 4 4 4 5 4 3 1 2 3 4 air controls operation • rotateaircontrols1-4toaddairtodesignatedjetgroups. • centerfootwellixjet(5)drawsairatalltimeswhenjetspumpis running.Thisjethasnoaircontrol. Spa operation subject to change without n...
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Page 29 j-400 9.7 j-470 spa features 1 98 f 4:05 pm 2 3 4 5 9 10 11 7 3 4 5 12 13 13 13 8 5 5 4 4 7 6 6 6 6 14 14 18 16 3 21 20 17 17 17 19 22 3 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 17 1. J-1000 control panel 2. Waterfall control valve 3. Air control valves (4 ea.) introduce air to specified jet groups 4. Option...
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Page 30 j-400 9.8 j-470 massage/waterfall selector diagram 98 f 4:05 pm 1a 1b 2b 2b 2a 2a 1 b a 3 3 5 5 5 5 5 2 4 4 b a massage selectors (1-2) • massageselector1divertsjetspumpnº1outputbetweenjetgroups 1a-1b. • massageselector2divertsjetspumpnº2outputbetweenjetgroups 2a-2b. Waterfall selector (3) •...
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Page 31 j-400 9.9 j-470 air controls diagram 98 f 4:05 pm 1 2 3 4 4 5 3 1 2 3 1 1 4 1 air controls operation • rotateaircontrols1-4toaddairtodesignatedjetgroups. • centerfootwellixjet(5)drawsairatalltimeswhenjetspumpis running.Thisjethasnoaircontrol. Spa operation subject to change without notice.
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Page 32 j-400 9.10 j-465 spa features 98 f 4:05 pm 2 4 9 10 11 3 4 5 13 8 5 5 5 4 4 7 6 6 6 15 16 17 20 19 17 17 1 3 22 21 12 12 12 18 14 14 14 3 13 12 1. J-1000 control panel 2. Waterfall control valve 3. Air control valves (3 ea.) introduce air to specified jet groups 4. Optional audio system spea...
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Page 33 j-400 9.11 j-465 massage/waterfall selector diagram massage selectors (1) • massageselector1divertsjetspumpnº1outputbetweenjetgroups 1a-1b. Mass aspiration jet flow control valve (2) • valve(2)controlsoutputtofootwellixjet. Waterfall selector (3) • waterfallselector(3)controlscirculationpump...
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Page 34 j-400 9.12 j-465 air controls diagram 98 f 4:05 pm 4 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 1 3 2 air controls operation • rotateaircontrols1-3toaddairtodesignatedjetgroups. • centerfootwellixjet(4)drawsairatalltimeswhenjetspumpis running.Thisjethasnoaircontrol. Spa operation subject to change without notice.
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Page 35 j-400 9.13 j-460 spa features 98 f 3 3 7 4 4 3 4 5 5 20 8 14 10 16 12 11 9 10 16 14 15 18 17 6 6 5 2 19 5 9 13 3 4 9 9 10 16 13 9 9 14 16 1 1. J-1000 control panel 2. Waterfall control valve 3. Air control valves (4 ea.) introduce air to specified jet groups 4. Optional audio system speakers...
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Page 36 j-400 9.14 j-460 massage/waterfall selector diagram 98 f 1 4 4 1a 4 4 4 3 3 2 2 massage selector (1) • massageselector1divertsjetspumpnº2outputbetweenjetgroups 1a-1b. Mass aspiration jet flow control valve (2) • valve(2)controlsoutputtofootwellixjet. Waterfall selector (3) • waterfallselecto...
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Page 37 j-400 9.15 j-460 air controls diagram 98 f 4 4 3 3 5 3 3 1 1 2 2 2 4 air controls operation • rotateaircontrols1-4toaddairtodesignatedjetgroups. • centerfootwellixjet(5)drawsairatalltimeswhenjetspumpis running.Thisjethasnoaircontrol. Spa operation subject to change without notice.
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Page 38 j-400 9.16 j-425 spa features 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 4 4 4 4 8 10 12 12 11 11 9 16 21 14 15 15 15 15 18 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 2 19 13 17 1 20 1. J-1000 control panel 2. Waterfall control valve 3. Optional audio system speakers (4 ea.) 4. Adjustable pillows (4 ea.) 5. Fx jets (14 ea.) 6. Air control valve...
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Page 39 j-400 9.17 j-425 massage/waterfall selector diagram 1a 1b 1b 4 4 a b 4 4 4 1 3 3 2 2 massage selector (1) • massageselector1divertsjetspumpnº1outputbetweenjetgroups 1a-1b. Waterfall selector (3) • waterfallselector(3)controlscirculationpumpoutputtowaterfall. Mass aspiration jet flow control ...
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Page 40 j-400 9.18 j-425 air controls diagram 4 4 5 1 1 3 2 2 2 1 2 4 3 air controls operation • rotateaircontrols1-4toaddairtodesignatedjetgroups. • centerfootwellixjet(5)drawsairatalltimeswhenjetspumpis running.Thisjethasnoaircontrol. Spa operation subject to change without notice.
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Page 41 j-400 9.19 j-415 spa features 3 7 7 3 4 18 8 10 12 11 9 15 13 14 16 6 6 5 5 2 17 13 1 2 2 2 2 2 1. J-1000 control panel 2. Fx jets (13 ea.) 3. Air control valves (2 ea.) introduce air to specified jet groups 4. Massage selector (1 ea.) controls specified jet groups 5. Adjustable pillows (2 e...
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Page 42 j-400 9.20 j-415 massage/waterfall selector diagram 2 1a 1a 1a 1a 1b 1b 1b 2 b a 1 massage selector (1) • massageselector1divertsoutputbetweenjetgroups1a-1b. Waterfall selector (2) • waterfallselector2controlscirculationpumpoutputtowaterfall. Spa operation subject to change without notice.
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Page 43 j-400 9.21 j-415 air controls diagram 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 air controls operation • rotateaircontrols1-2toaddairtodesignatedjetgroups. Spa operation subject to change without notice.
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Page 44 j-400 10.0 control panel main menu 10.1 control panel your jacuzzi spa is equipped with a state-of-the-art control panel. You will be able to access sets of multi-level menus. Familiarize yourself with the following information, so you can gain the full benefits of your spa. By learning the ...
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Page 45 j-400 10.2 main menu features from the main menu you can access the main component menus to operate your jacuzzi spa. Listed below is a list of the main menu icons. A. Menu control buttons = temperature control: indicates that by using the quad keypad you can: • increase the temperature by p...
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Page 46 j-400 = button d: press this button to access the corresponding menu located to the left side of it. = entertainment menu icon: press button a to access the menu to operate the j-1000 audio system powered by jbl (page 48). = jets menu icon: press button b to access the menu to operate the je...
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Page 47 j-400 10.3 menu flowchart the flowchart below is included to help you understand the spa’s navigational screens. By pressing the buttons located next to each corner icon, you will enter additional menus and submenus. Each menu is covered in detail in the sections to follow. Note: if your spa...
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Page 48 j-400 10.4 entertainment menu display jacuzzi models equipped with the optional j-1000 audio system pow- ered by jbl, offer an enhanced spa experience. These models include an integrated am/fm/cd/mp3 player receiver, four high fidelity spa engineered speakers for unsurpassed sound quality an...
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Page 49 j-400 = radio/cd menu icon: press button c to access the radio or cd device submenus (page 55). Note: when you enter the submenu, the system will default to the last device that was used. If the radio was used, it will also default to the last broadcast band used (am/fm). = radio icon: allow...
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Page 50 j-400 10.5 ipod®/aux submenu while in the entertainment menu, press button a to access the for ipod/ aux submenu. You can scroll through the tracks, control the volume, and pause/play the device, for the ipod device only. Warning: risk of electrical shock hazard exists and equipment damage! ...
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Page 51 j-400 = button c: press this button to access the radio/cd submenus (page 55). Note: the radio/cd submenu will always default to the last device used. If the radio was used, it will also default to the last broadcast band used (am/fm). = button d: press this button to return to the main menu...
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Page 52 j-400 submenu (page 52). = button c: press this button to access the radio/cd submenus (page 55). Note: the radio/cd submenu will always default to the last device used. If radio was used, it will also default to the last broadcast band used (am/fm). = button d: press this button to return t...
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Page 53 j-400 ipod vol. Press to play or pause usb aux “displays audio information” nand c b a d = audio information: displays the track number, artist, song, and time elapsed (if available). The arrows on either side indicate that the quad keypad can be used to scroll through the tracks. • press th...
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Page 54 j-400 10.8 nand submenu the nand (internal memory) submenu lets you access files copied onto the hardware (section 20.5, page 104). You can control the folder selec- tion, track selection, volume, and pause/play of the device. Note: the usb/nand submenu will always default to the last device...
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Page 55 j-400 10.9 fm radio submenu the fm radio submenu gives you access to your preset stations and local fm radio stations. A. Listening to preset stations vol. Fm 106.7 press for radio tuning mode preset 1 ipod aux nand c b a d = preset number: indicates which preset station is currently playing...
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Page 56 j-400 b. Listening to local fm radio stations vol. Fm 5 97.7 press for am presets radio c b a d = station number: indicates the station that is currently playing. The arrows on the either side of the station number indicate that the quad keypad can be used to scroll through the local station...
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Page 57 j-400 10.10 am radio submenu the am radio submenu gives you access to your preset stations and local am radio stations. A. Listening to preset stations vol. Am 980 press for radio tuning mode preset 1 ipod aux nand c b a d = preset number: indicates which preset station is currently playing....
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Page 58 j-400 b. Listening to local am radio stations vol. Am 980 press for fm presets radio c b a d = station number: indicates the station that is currently playing. The arrows on the either side of the station number indicate that the quad keypad can be used to scroll through the local stations. ...
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Page 59 j-400 10.11 cd submenu the cd submenu gives you access select a track, adjust the volume level and pause or play. Ipod vol. Aux press to play or pause cd player “displays audio information” nand c b a d = audio information: displays the track number, artist, song, and time elapsed (if availa...
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Page 60 j-400 11.0 operating instructions 11.1 j-1000™ control panel your jacuzzi spa is equipped with a j-1000™ control panel, massage selectors, and air control knobs located on the top rim of the spa (pages 23-43). These controls let you operate many of the special functions of your jacuzzi spa. ...
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Page 61 j-400 6. Press button c to turn pump #2 off. 7. Press again to activate pump #2. The pumps will move from an “on” ( ) state into an “off” state. Auto turn off —anytimeapumphasbeenmanuallyturnedon,itwill automaticallyturnoffafterapproximately20minutes.Ifatthistimeyou desiremorejetoperationyou...
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Page 62 j-400 a. To access the interior solid color mode: 1. Press button a to activate the solid color mode. Note: the default color and intensity will always be the last color and intensity used. 2. Press again to turn off. 3. Press either the left or right button of the quad keypad to scroll thro...
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Page 63 j-400 3. To increase or decrease light intensity, use the quad keypad as follows: • press the up button to increase the intensity in 25% increments. • press the down button to decrease the intensity in 25% increments. Note: the intensity range is from 25% to 100%, in increments of 25%.As the...
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Page 64 j-400 11.9 selecting the desired massage action your jacuzzi spa is equipped to allow you to customize the massage action you desire. Each model incorporates a massage selector that allow you to customize the massage and performance by diverting water between various jet systems. Simply turn...
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Page 65 j-400 12.0 programming instructions for settings 1 menus your jacuzzi spa is equipped with three settings menus that allow you to program and activate different components of the spa. In the “settings 1” menu you can program the heating, the clear ray™ water purification system (uv), and the...
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Page 66 j-400 12.1 programming the eco-mode heating mode eco-mode is an energy saving heating program. By heating the spa in the non-peak hours, you conserve electricity. While in eco-mode the spa is programmed to heat during the hours of 5:00 pm to 7:00 am on a daily basis. The functions for this m...
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Page 67 j-400 4. If you have programmed the auto- heating cycle you will see the thermometer with wavy lines icon next to word heating on the display (figure f). 12.3 programmable heating mode programmable heating mode is typically selected by customers in warm climates where heat up times are minim...
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Page 68 j-400 4. Press the splash button once to save settings. 5. Press button d to return to the submenu (figure i) to continue programming the start time and duration. 6. Press the down button on the quad keypad to select “start time” (figure k). Press the left or right button on the quad keypad ...
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Page 69 j-400 3. When you enter the submenu (figure o), you can choose the day(s) you would like “program b” to run for a heating cycle. Press the up or down button (on the quad keypad) to scroll through and change the days you would like the heating to activate. Press the left or right button to tu...
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Page 70 j-400 12.4 clean-up “blow-out” cycle the clean-up cycle occurs once per day in all heating modes at 12:00 (noon) for two minutes. This is not user programmable. Each jets pump activates for one minute to circulate any water in the plumbing unless a pump has just finished a 20 minute time out...
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Page 71 j-400 3. Press the splash button to confirm and save your selection. 4. When the set time period expires, the “please check filter!” message will appear on the main menu display (page 95). The reminder must be reset when the time allotted expires. Note: the time range is from 10 to 365 days ...
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Page 72 j-400 = settings 3 menu icon: press button b to access the “settings 3” submenus. = previous icon : press button d to go to the previous menu. 13.1 programming the primary filter cycle 1. To program the primary filter cycle press button a. This cycle is mainly used to alter the pre-programme...
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Page 73 j-400 13.2 programming the secondary filter cycle 1. To program the secondary filter cycle, press button c (figure b, pg. 71). This cycle will activate the main jet pump to run for additional filtration when programmed (figure e). If you choose not to use this feature, please skip this secti...
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Page 74 j-400 7. Now you will need to adjust the filter cycle “duration” (figure i). The duration range is from 0 (off) to 120 minutes. Press the left or right button on the quad keypad to make your adjustments in increments of 15 minutes. 8. Press the splash button on the quad keypad to save the se...
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Page 75 j-400 = date icon : press button c to access the date and time submenus. Note: the date and time submenu will default to the last submenu accessed. = lock/unlock icon : press button b to lock and unlock the control panel. = previous icon : press button d to go to the previous menu. 14.1 choo...
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Page 76 j-400 3. With the “set day” selected (figure f), press the left or right button on the quad keypad to scroll through selection. Once the correct day is displayed, press the splash button to save your changes. Press button d to return to the “settings 3” main menu. Press button c to access th...
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Page 77 j-400 14.4 locking and unlocking the topside 1. From the “settings 3” menu (figure j), press button b to access the lock feature. The lock menu opens up to a padlock (figure k). This feature accepts a three digit code to lock and unlock the panel from unauthorized use. 2. To set each “lock c...
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Page 78 j-400 15.0 spa maintenance proper and regular maintenance of your spa will help it retain its beauty and performance. Your authorized jacuzzi dealer can supply you with all the information, supplies, and accessory products you will need to accomplish this. Danger: risk of severe injury or dr...
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Page 79 j-400 a programmed filter cycle. These pumps draw water from footwell suction fitting and through a secondary water polishing bag filter and additional filter. The exclusive footwell “sweeper” suction fitting enhances filtration in the footwell area by creating a “swirling” water motion to m...
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Page 80 j-400 filter by rotating it counterclockwise. For cleaning procedures see step 6 below. Once the filter has been cleaned or replaced, reinstall it into the skimmer below the polishing bag. Replace bag, then install filter lid by rotating it clockwise until you feel it latch in place. Do not ...
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Page 81 j-400 e lift unthreaded filter cartridge from skimmer well. F top cartridge 1 if used, remove the chemical feeder as instructed prior to rinsing the filter cartridge. Rinse debris from filter pleats using a garden hose and high-pressure nozzle. Start at the top and work downward towards hand...
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Page 82 j-400 k trapped air bubbles cartridge 1 cartridge 2 submerge both filter cartridges in spa. Tilt threaded end upward to remove trapped air bubbles, then keep cartridges submerged to prevent air entrapment during installation (step l). L place each cartridge back into skimmer well, then rotat...
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Page 83 j-400 15.2 draining and refilling about every 3 to 6 months, you will want to replace the spa’s water. The frequency depends on a number of variables including the amount of use, number of users, attention paid to water quality maintenance, etc. You will know it is time for a change when you...
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Page 84 j-400 b. To drain your spa, perform the following steps (quickdrain): 1. Turn off power to spa at breaker. 2. Locate the quickdrain valve on the left side of the black plastic pan (figure a). 3. Unscrew drain valve cap to expose the underlying female threads (figure b). Place the cap aside. ...
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Page 85 j-400 15.6 cleaning the control panel to clean, simply wipe cabinet with a micro-fiber cloth that is used for cleaning polycarbonate lenses. Caution: never spray cabinet with a high pressure garden hose for any reason since this action may induce an electrical short in the spa’s electrical e...
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Page 86 j-400 15.8 winterizing your jacuzzi spa is designed to automatically protect itself against freezing when operating properly. During periods of severe freezing temperatures, you should check periodically to be certain that the electrical supply to the spa has not been interrupted. Constantly...
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Page 87 j-400 9. Loosen hose clamp at bottom of clear ray™ system and pull hose off of clear ray fitting (twist the hose back and forth while pulling downward). Tip hose down and allow to drain. Then reinstall hose and clamp. Remove the cover of the clear ray system to access the uv lamp and quartz ...
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Page 88 j-400 16.1 ph control ph is a measure of relative acidity or alkalinity of water and is measured on a scale of 0 to 14. The midpoint of 7 is said to be neutral, above which is alkaline and below which is acidic. In spa water, it is very important to maintain a slightly alkaline condition of ...
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Page 89 j-400 16.4 clearray™ (ultraviolet) water purification system clear ray water purification system is exclusive technology utilizing natural ultraviolet technology to eliminate waterborne bacteria, viruses, and algae in portable spas. The ultraviolet light otherwise know as uv-c or germicidal ...
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Page 90 j-400 ! Danger: turn the spa breaker to the off position! ! Warning: allow lamp to cool down prior to removing from quartz tube. ! Danger: never look at the lit bulb. This can cause severe eye damage or blindness. Uv lamp replacement and quartz tube maintenance: note : location of clear ray ...
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Page 91 j-400 warning: do not use abrasive cleaners as they can scratch the quartz tube surface. ! 9. Rinse the quartz tube with clean water to completely remove any cleaning products that were used in step 4. 10. Replacing quartz tube: you will notice that the new quartz tube does not have a black ...
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Page 92 j-400 22. Once power is activated you can check the ballast (12), figure 7, to see if the clear ray system is functioning. A solid green light indicates that the clear ray system is being provided power and should always be on. A solid red light indicates that uv lamp is activated. 17.0 erro...
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Page 93 j-400 1. Overheat protection: (heater is deactivated, filter/circulation pump is activated). Water temperature is above acceptable limits. Do not enter the water! Remove spa cover to speed cooling. See “water is too hot” on page 97. If condition persists, contact your authorized dealer or au...
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Page 94 j-400 6. Emergency shutdown: water temperature is above acceptable limits. Do not enter spa! (spa is deactivated) a problem has been detected which could cause damage to the spa or its components. Contact your authorized dealer or service organization. 7. Open sensor: the temperature sensor ...
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Page 95 j-400 16. Extended temperature activated: the spa is set to go up to 104°f (40°c), but it can be set to reach 106°f (41°c). To access the extended temperature you must press the “up” (on the quad keypad) button and the button d at the same time for 2 seconds. The system will now allow you to...
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Page 96 j-400 18.0 troubleshooting procedures in the unlikely event your spa is not working the way you believe it should, please first review all the installation and operating instructions in this manual and check the message on the panel display; second, if you are still not satisfied it is worki...
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Page 97 j-400 poor jet action (see pages 23-43) 1. Make certain the jets pump is turned on. 2. Check position of massage selectors. 3. Open air control for selected jet system. 4. Check for adequate water level. 5. Check for dirty filter (page 78). Water is too hot 1. Reduce thermostat setting (page...
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Page 98 j-400 19.0 typical spa wiring diagrams 19.1 wiring diagram for north american 60 hz models only red (l2) pigtail neutral bus ground black (l1) green main service panel with gfci 2-pole gfci breaker ground/bonding lug** 2-pole circuit breaker with 2-wire grounded load connection (3 wires to h...
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Page 99 j-400 20.0 optional jacuzzi j-1000™ audio system stereo system features 20.1 j-1000 audio system sound system controls 1 2 17 3 9 8 7 5 4 6 10 11 13 15 12 16 14 18 1. Power on/off button 2. Tune/seek up/down button 3. Volume up/down button 4. Mode button 5. Sel/eq button 6. As/ps button 7. M...
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Page 100 j-400 20.2 j-1000 audio system sound system operation 1. Power on and off press power button (1) once to turn on stereo system. Press a second time to turn off. 2. Adjusting volume press vol up/down button (3) to increase or decrease volume. Current volume setting is briefly displayed (0 to...
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Page 101 j-400 8. Adjusting fader level press eq button (5) repeatedly until display reads “fader.” press vol up/down button (3) to choose desired setting. A display of “fader f-r” indicates center, r01 to 15 indicates rear fade, f01 to 15 indicates front fade. Note: unit returns to volume mode if v...
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Page 102 j-400 12. Open/close front panel press firmly on the release button (15), then open front panel (16) by gently lifting upward on bottom edge. To close front panel, gently flip panel down, then press firmly on panel directly above release button (15) until you hear an audible “click.” keep f...
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Page 103 j-400 4. Preset scan function press as/ps button (6) once to enter scan mode. Each preset station in the current band will play for 5 seconds while the preset number is flashes on the display (17). At the desired station, press as/ps button (6) a second time. 5. Accessing preset stations pr...
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Page 104 j-400 4. Searching file or folder in mp3/wma cd • to search file in cdp (mp3/wma) mode: press as/ps button (6) to enter track searching mode. Then press the vol up/down button (3) to scroll through available tracks. At desired track, press ent button (9) to confirm selection. Once a track i...
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Page 105 j-400 button (3) to choose one or all. Press ent button (9) to confirm selection. • if one copy is selected: the record percent “down load xx%” will display on the lcd (17). After copying is finished, the next track will automatically begin playback. • if all copy is selected: “the number o...
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Page 106 j-400 2. Searching folders in ipod mode • to select folder in ipod mode: press as/ps button (6) to display music and then play list. Press vol up/down button (3) to select between play list, artist, albums, genres, songs and composer (the scroll sequence depends on the ipod that is used). A...
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Page 107 j-400 warning: risk of electrical shock hazard exists and equipment damage! Never install or remove ipod while hands are wet or while sitting partially immersed or fully immersed in spa! Caution: never leave ipod in docking station when spa is not is use to prevent damage from outdoor eleme...
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Page 108 j-400 20.9 j-1000 audio system stereo troubleshooting 1. Unit will not turn-on make sure spa power is turned on, then check both harness fuses on side of unit making sure they are the proper ratings: • yellow memory b+ line (10a fuse). • when faced with a malfunction during operation, push ...
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Page 109 j-400 20.11 optional j-1000 wireless remote a. The optional j-1000 remote (included with models equipped with the jbl audio system) most spa functions can be controlled with the remote (figure a). The sleek modern design and easy navigation make this remote a great addition to your spa enjo...
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Page 110 j-400 1 = jet 1 icon: allows you to turn on/off the jets pump 1. 2 = jet 2 icon: allows you to turn on/off the jets pump 2. 3 = jet 3 icon: allows you to turn on/off the jets pump 3. = low battery icon: notifies you when the batteries are low and might need to be replaced. This icon will on...
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Page 111 j-400 1. Bonding the remote and spa when you first use the remote, it will need to be bonded to the spa for opera- tional use. To bond the remote: • press button d and the down but- ton, at the same time, for 2 seconds (figure a). • the programming instructions will appear on the control pa...
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Page 112 j-400 3. Adjusting the temperature when the temperature icon is selected, all other icons on the display screen will disappear. The only two items shown are the thermometer icon and the digit temperature in °c or °f. Using the navigational keypad you can: • increase the temperature by press...
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Page 113 j-400 7. Lock reminder if you press any key to activate the remote and the lock icon is the only thing showing, then the spa has been locked. You must first unlock the spa from the main control panel to be able to use the remote. B. If your model is equipped with the j-1000 audio system pow...
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Page 114 j-400 3. Cd operation you can scan through the track numbers and adjust the volume with the remote. When you are in the cd mode the screen will appear like figure d; then it will change to the track duration screen for the track. Using the navigational keypad you can: • increase the volume ...
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Page 115 j-400 6. Nand folder operation to access the nand menu, select the usb feature and then press the up button. You can scan through the folders, track numbers and adjust the volume with the remote. Using the navigational keypad you can: • increase the volume by pressing the up button. • decre...
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Page 116 j-400 warning: risk of electrical shock hazard exists and equipment damage! Never install or remove ipod while hands are wet or while sitting partially immersed or fully immersed in spa! 9. Error has occurred if the remote senses an error that needs attention, it will dis- play the words “s...