Summary of Platinum 2001
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Owner ’s manual pinnacle triton laser santina.
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Table of contents important hot tub owner safety information.................................................................. Installation.......................................................................................................................... Operation................................
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Troubleshooting................................................................................................................. Alternate use of the water rainbow as a fill spout........................................................ 34 34 35 36 36 37 38 38 39 39 40 43 skimmer basket maintenance.....
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Important hot tub owner safety information read and follow all instructions your jacuzzi premium spa is constructed to the highest standards and is capable of providing many years of trouble-free use. However, because heat retentive materials are utilized to insulate the hot tub for efficient operat...
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Important hot tub owner safety information read and follow all instructions warning-risk of injury: children, the elderly, and the infirm should not use the hot tub unless they are supervised at all times. Infants should not be permitted in the hot tub at water temperatures over 100 f(38 c). Hot tub...
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Important hot tub owner safety information read and follow all instructions danger-risk of injury: do not remove the suction grille! It is a safety device and must always be in place on the suction fitting to minimize the potential hazard of hair entanglement or body entrapment. Keep body, hair, and...
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Important hot tub owner safety information read and follow all instructions the spa must be installed with adequate access and water drainage system (refer to installa- tion), to drain water away from electrical components. Caution: do not turn power on to the hot tub unless it is filled with water ...
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Installation inspection and shipping claim check for shipping damage upon receipt of the hot tub. Jacuzzi premium spas is not responsible for damage to the hot tub sustained during shipment. If damage is evident before unpacking, refer to instructions regarding shipping claims on the outside of the ...
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Installation page 6 wood decking is acceptable provided it is constructed so that it meets the requirements outlined on the previous page. However, we recommend a poured, reinforced concrete slab (minimum 4 inches thick) as shown below. Start with the forms built from 2x4’s and 1x2 stakes as shown a...
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Installation page 7 the hot tub must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage away from the hot tub. Placing the hot tub in a depresion 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 w...
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Installation electrical requirements your jacuzzi premium spa (except the triton) requires a 230vac, 50 amp, 4-wire grounded type gfci protected electrical service with copper conductors, and must be in a separate circuit having no other appliance connected in that circuit. If you do not have this k...
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Page 9 installation equipment area 1. Electrical cabinet 2. Power supply entrance 3. Pump 4. Heater 5. Hot tub drain 6. Air blower 7. Pump drain plugs 8. Pump #2 9. Circulation pump electrical cabinet bla ck white red 1 2 3 4 5 green 50a 20a j8 circuit board terminal block bla ck white red 1 2 3 4 5...
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Installation outdoor installation if you install the hot tub outdoors, we recommend that you provide a concrete pad for it to rest on. To do this, see instructions for constructing a concrete pad on page 6. Indoor installation water that splashes on the floor during hot tub use may cause a walking h...
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Installation optional ozone generator installation instructions your “ozone ready” hot tub is designed for easy field conversion to an ozone generator system. You will need: a. Complete ozone kit and b. Mazzei injector instructions: 1. Turn off electrical power and drain the hot tub. 2. Temporarily ...
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Installation 5. Install the ozone generator according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Several commercially available ozone generators will fit easily. 6. Attach the ozone delivery tubing (supplied with the ozone generator) between the ozone generator outlet port and the ozone injector inlet. For...
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Page 13 installation preparing the hot tub for filling 1. Remove the plastic sheet covering the spa. Note: stepping into the hot tub with shoes will scratch the acrylic surface. 2. Remove any packing materials from the hot tub. 3. The filter cartridges are packaged in a plastic bag which must be rem...
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Installation 5. On initial start-up, it is recommended to purge and sanitize the system as stated below. - remove the hot tub cover completely. - close the drain valve on the suction plumbing. - fill the hot tub with water through the filler housing to its normal level, which is to the water level i...
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Page 15 operation operating instructions now that the hot tub is in place, you are probably eager to take advantage of its unique designed-in features - especially the patented hydromassage performance. Besides being a beautiful addition to your indoor decor or outdoor landscaping, your jacuzzi prem...
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I0if heat standard filter 1 plati num series operation control panel the control panel is easy to use with fingertip control of all the hot tub’s functions. Temperature control when either of these buttons is pressed once, the display will show the temperature that has been set, in addition to the w...
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Operation page 17 light control press the button once to activate the highest setting, again for the medium setting and again for the lowest setting. A fourth press of the button will turn the light off. The light automatically turns off after four hours of operation. Time control press to display t...
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Operation page 18 control panel operation initial start-up the hot tub will automatically begin to operate when electrical power is applied. There is no on/off switch for the hot tub system. At power up, the jet pump will operate for one minute to clear any trapped air in the plumbing. The control s...
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Operation page 19 changing heating cycles if you wish to leave the heater off during the day, the following procedure can be used to change the automatic heater operation. Press . The time of day will be shown. Then press . The set time message will be shown. Then press . The set start filter 1 mess...
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Operation panel lock the panel lock is provided to prevent tampering with the control panel. When the panel lock is engaged, all the automatic hot tub functions will operate normally. Press the following buttons within 3 seconds to activate the lock: press . The center display will read loc. Then pr...
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Operation page 21 unlocking the panel to unlock the panel, these buttons must be pressed in the correct sequence and within 2 seconds. When the last button is touched, the lock symbol will disappear. All buttons are now active. Press , then press , then press . Display messages these are some of the...
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Location of sensor location of sensor manual controller operation display messages (continued) message ice sn1 sn3 meaning freeze protection: if a freeze condition is detected, the pump(s) are automatically activated. This is also a normal hot tub function; no corrective action is necessary. Open se...
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Operation page 23 remote controller operation jets control press this button once to activate a jet pump on one side of the hot tub; press it twice for both pumps simultaneously for maximum effect. Press it a third time to turn off the jet pumps. This button does not affect the filter pump operation...
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Operation normal operation/whirlpool system you can enjoy the hot tub with or without activating the whirlpool. Either way, bathing in your hot tub can be pleasurable, as well as therapeutic. After a busy, stressful day, you can look forward to soaking in your hot tub in still water with no turbulen...
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Operation silent air induction the intensity of the whirlpool action is determined by how much air is inducted into the water. You can control this by adjusting the air induction control knobs located on the hot tub rim. For maximum air induction, rotate each control knob fully counterclockwise to t...
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Operation water rainbow activate the water feature by rotating downward the flow control lever located on the left side of the spout. Use this lever to adjust the amount of water flowing through the water rainbow spout. Turning off the flow at the fully adjustable jets will dramatically increase flo...
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Operation page 27 diverter valves (triton only) two diverter valves are located as shown in the illustration below. These valves divert water between jet systems. Stereo/cd (pinnacle and triton only) access to the stereo/cd unit is available by pushing on the magnetic touch latch at the bottom of th...
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Maintenance water quality and water chemistry maintaining water quality and water chemistry in your hot tub is extremely important and should be a regular part of your hot tub maintenance program, as a neglected hot tub can be a breeding place for dangerous bacteria. The water quality of your hot tu...
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Maintenance page 29 filtration the filtration system of your hot tub will keep your water clear and clean if used properly. The filter cartridge element(s) will trap most solid materials and debris in the water. However, the presence of materials such as body oils or other particles which are too sm...
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Maintenance water chemistry you can ensure better water chemistry by testing your hot tub water every day and adjusting the chemical balance frequently. Obtain a water quality test kit, designed especially for hot tubs, from your jacuzzi premium spas dealer. The test kit must be of the type which al...
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Maintenance balancing ph for good hygiene and equipment longevity, maintain the ph of your hot tub water according to the instructions provided. Ph is the measure to determine if the hot tub water is too acidic (low ph) or too alkaline (high ph). The ideal range for hot tub water is 7.4 to 7.6 ph. F...
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Maintenance water quality definitions ph: a chemical term used in expressing relative acidity or alkalinity in numerical values with 7.0 usually regarded as neutral, and for purposes of this manual, indicating pure water. From 7 to 0 indicates increasing acidity, and 7 to 14 indicates alkalinity. Pp...
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Maintenance water level/drain the water level in the hot tub must be maintained at the normal level. Evaporation and splashing will cause the water level to drop. When concentrations of impurities from evaporation, water quality chemicals, body oils, perfumes, dirty feet, and winds, etc., accumulate...
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Maintenance skimmer basket maintenance the basket located in the skimmer of the hot tub should be checked at least once a week for collection of debris, such as leaves, hair, etc., and cleaned as necessary. To clean the basket, remove it from the skimmer by pulling it out, then backflush it with wat...
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Maintenance factory installed wood skirt your hot tub is supplied with a factory-installed wood skirt which completely surrounds the hot tub. The skirt can be opened for service. If it becomes necessary to remove one or more of the skirt panels for service access, simply remove all the screws from t...
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Maintenance automatic filtration/maintenance if you plan to be away, minimum water quality will be maintained by running the filter system. If you will be away for an extended period, however, we recommend that you drain the hot tub (following the procedure described under winterizing on this page),...
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Maintenance winterizing (continued) before using the hot tub again, review the operating instructions. In a warm climate where there are occasional freezing temperatures, your hot tub is automatically protected against freezing. Whenever the water temperature falls to 40 f, the pumps will activate t...
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Maintenance cleaning your hot tub your hot tub shell consists of two layers of plastic materials. Its smooth surface of acrylic is tough and durable and contains concentrated color. This is supported by a substantial thickness of fiberglass-reinforced polyester resin. A catalyst causes a chemical re...
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Maintenance repairs to the acrylic minor scratches which do not penetrate the color finish (acrylic) can be removed with 600-grit wet/dry sandpaper. Restore the glossy finish with meguiar’s #10 mirror glaze or comparable automotive paste wax. Major scratches or gouges which penetrate the acrylic sur...
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Troubleshooting *note: see also display messages. Problem 1. Water not clean. 2. Abnormal water usage. 3. Low water flow from jets. Probable cause a. Clogged or blocked suction cover or skimmer basket. B. Filter clogged (dirty). C. Poor water chemistry. D. Improper maintenance. E. High content of so...
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Troubleshooting problem 4. No water flow from jets. 5. Noisy pump and motor. 6. Water leakage at pump shaft (rotating connection between pump and motor). 7. Motor will not start. Probable cause a. Power turned off. B. Pump off. C. Motor(s) not connected. D. House circuit breaker tripped; no power to...
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Troubleshooting problem 8. Motor stops. 9. Air blower does not operate. Probable cause a. Motor overload condition. B. Inadequate supply wiring. A. Power off. B. Switch is off. C. House breaker tripped, no power to system. D. Gfci tripped. E. Faulty motor. Remedy a. Let cool for one hour. Motor over...
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Alternate use of the water rainbow as a fill spout you can use your water rainbow as a fill spout by permanently plumbing it to a fresh water supply if local codes permit. Local plumbing codes may require the use of an anti-siphon valve for such a connection. Do not interconnect water supply with re...
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14525 monte vista avenue, ca 91710 part #2530-300 - rev. A - 2001 jacuzzi premium spas.