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L.A. Spas 2010 North American Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Entry-Level Spa

Summary of 2010 North American

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    2010 north american l.A. Spas entry-level owner’s manual.

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    1 table of contents water treatment ..................................... 17 sanitizers ......................................................... 17 bromine ........................................................... 17 chlorine ........................................................... 17 super ch...

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    2 letter of introduction dear valued customer: congratulations. On behalf of the entire l.A. Spas family, thank you for your decision to purchase one of our products. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this owner’s manual, however, l.A. Spas reserves the right to modify and improve...

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    3 spa record keeping information serial number location the serial number is located in the lower right corner of the equipment access panel on the front of the spa. Please fill in the information below spa information: model _______________ color _______________ serial # ___________________ owner i...

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    4 important safety instructions read and follow all instructions save these instructions read the entire owner’s manual & safety instructions before operating the spa. When installing the spa, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Warning: to reduce the risk...

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    5 c. Before entering a spa, the user should check the water temperature with an accurate thermometer since tolerance of water temperature regulating devices can vary and not reflect the proper temperature. D. The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa use is prohibited and may lea...

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    6 hyperthermia information hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above normal body temperature of 98.6°f (37°c). The symptoms of hyperthermia include: dizziness fainting drowsiness lethargy increase in internal body temperature the effects of h...

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    7 safety sign each spa has been provided with a warning sign that outlines safety precautions. This sign should be permanently placed in a location that is visible to all spa users. This sign has been mounted permanently to the front of the spa. Replacement signs can be obtained from: l.A. Spas, inc...

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    8 spa equipped safety devices your spa is equipped with the following safety features: 1. Overheat protection – a water temperature sensor circuit in the system will monitor the water temperature. If the temperature reaches 112°f (44°c), the pump and all accessories will shut off. The spa will resum...

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    9 important safety instructions for canada csa safety information read and follow all instructions when using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. A colored terminal or a terminal marked g, gr, ground, grounding, or the grounding ...

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    10 avertissement: pour eviter l’evanouissement et la noyade eventuelle, ne prendre ni drogue ni alcool avant d’utiliser une cuve de relaxation ni quand on s’y trouve. Warning: pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub. Avertissement: les femmes ence...

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    11 installation instructions save these instructions read all instructions in this manual prior to having your spa installed at the selected location, whether indoors or outdoors. Improper installation may result in equipment damage and void the warranty. Surface and pad requirements 1. We recommend...

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    12 2. It is the responsibility of the spa owner to ensure that a qualified electrician performs the electrical installation. This installation must be in accordance with the national electrical code; local and state electrical codes; and the manufacturer’s instructions. 3. This equipment has been de...

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    13 initial start-up instructions do not turn on the power to the spa when the spa is empty or partially filled. 1. Ensure the circuit breaker to the spa is off. 2. Rotate all the jets in the spa to a counterclockwise position (fully open position). 3. Ensure the gate valve is fully open. Pull the “t...

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    14 operating instructions control panel this easy to use control has been pre-programmed to be “plug and play”. Turn the power on, adjust the desired temperature and the system is ready to go. If there are situations that require additional filtering time, the filter settings can be customized to an...

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    15 filtration the spa is factory programmed to filter two times a day for 1 hour. In most cases, this is sufficient filtration. However, the cycle duration can be modified between 1 and 8 hours in increments of 1 hour. The first cycle begins 6 minutes after the initial start-up of the spa, and the s...

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    16 water balance water chemistry maintaining proper water chemistry is imperative to maintaining safe water and preventing possible damage to your spa and spa components. Start-up procedures 1. Fill spa to correct level (approximately 4” above the top of the filter cartridge). 2. With your cartridge...

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    17 water treatment sanitizers the importance of maintaining an adequate levels of sanitizer in your spa cannot be overemphasized. Warm water presents a fertile environment for the growth of bacteria and viruses. This growth is prevented when adequate sanitizer levels are continuously maintained. War...

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    18 shock treatments (potassium peroxymonosulfate) even with regular sanitization, shock treatment may be necessary on occasion. Shock is recommended over super chlorination because it does not add additional sanitizer to the water. It is also effective in oxidizing wastes and will reduce chloramines...

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    19 step 2: adjust ph – ideal range is between 7.4-7.6. Test water, follow directions on manufacturer’s label, and add the required amount of spa chemicals with the jets on. Step 3: adjust bromine/chlorine – ideal range is between 2-3 ppm chlorine and 3-5 ppm bromine (4-6 ppm for heavy spa usage). Fi...

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    20 draining the spa all mountain series spas are gravity drained. Do not drain water onto your lawn or plants unless all of the bromine or chlorine has dissipated from the spa water. The sanitizer in your spa water can be dissipated very quickly by leaving the spa cover off and exposing the water to...

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    21 troubleshooting heating system symptom problem corrective action spa water cold / spa not heating 1. Temperature setting is not at user select. Power reset caused default setting. 1. Increase temperature 2. Spa in economy mode 2. Reset to standard mode. 3. Dirty filters 3. Clean filters 4. Air lo...

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    22 electrical system symptom problem corrective action spa will not turn on in any mode 1. No power 1. Check circuit breaker and/or gfci 2. Control panel unresponsive 2. Turn power off spa then back on 3. Control panel still not working 3. Call for service 4. Overheat occurred 4. Call for service sp...

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    23 error codes error code description corrective action hh overheat – the spa has shut down. One of the sensors has detected that the spa water is 118°f (47.8°c). Do not enter the water. Remove the spa cover and allow water to cool. Once the heater has cooled, reset by pressing any key. If the spa d...

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    24 wiring diagram for 120v setup wiring diagram for 240v setup.