Summary of 2012 North American
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2012 north american owner’s manual premium.
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1 rev. 2012v1 table of contents letter of introduction .................................................................................................................. 3 spa record keeping information ............................................................................................... 4...
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2 rev. 2012v1 foam inhibitor ............................................................................................................................... 23 keeping your water clean and safe ..................................................................................... 23 spa care ...........
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3 rev. 2012v1 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. The following pages contain valuable and helpful information for the care and safe operation of your new spa. Every effor...
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4 rev. 2012v1 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 no. _____________...
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5 rev. 2012v1 important safety instructions read and follow all 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 of injury, ...
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6 rev. 2012v1 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...
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7 rev. 2012v1 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 ...
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8 rev. 2012v1 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....
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9 rev. 2012v1 spa equipped safety devices your spa is equipped with the following safety features: 1. Overheat protection – all pumps and heater are shut off when the water temperature reaches 112.5°f (44.7°c). This protection is turned off when the water temperature drops below 112°f (44.4°c). 2. H...
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10 rev. 2012v1 important safety instructions for canada 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 g...
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11 rev. 2012v1 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...
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12 rev. 2012v1 installation 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. L.A. Spas recommends you...
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13 rev. 2012v1 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...
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14 rev. 2012v1 4. Pull the wires/cable through the conduit and through the cutout of the equipment control pack. Secure the wires/cable with a 1” strain relief. Make sure only the uncut sheathing is clamped at this opening. 5. Connect the wires to the proper terminals as indicated on the sticker. 6....
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15 rev. 2012v1 • tighten the pump union. 9. Check to ensure that water is flowing through the ultimate water management system. Observing the footwell for bubbles will determine if there is water flow. If there are no bubbles, turn off the spa, disconnect the hose above the circulation pump and allo...
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Operating instructions control panel types and models in.K600 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 fil...
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Note: this key may be non-operational in some models. 5. Blower key press the blower key once to turn on the air blower. Press the blower key a second time to turn the air blower off. Note: this key may be non-operational in some models. 6. Program key use the program key to display the time or ente...
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18 rev. 2012v1 in order to warn the user, the spa light will flash for a few seconds before the exit of the standby mode. Economy mode the economy mode is used to reduce power consumption when the spa is not in use. In economy mode, the heater will only engage when the water reaches a temperature eq...
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19 rev. 2012v1 the selection and move to programming the filter cycle frequency. It is not recommended to set the filter cycle duration to 0. 4. Filter cycle frequency: to adjust the number of filter cycles per day, press and hold the program key to initiate the programming mode. Then press the prog...
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20 rev. 2012v1 air control valves your spa may be equipped with air controls. The air control is an on/off valve that allows air to be introduced into a specific jet configuration resulting in a more vigorous jet action. Turn the valve handle clockwise to turn the air on, and counterclockwise to tur...
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21 rev. 2012v1 we recommend that you purchase your chemicals from your authorized l.A. Spas dealer. The dealer can also advise you on alternative methods for water sanitation. Use of the wrong chemicals can be dangerous and may void the warranty on your spa. Aqua klean ® patent no. 6,685,843 ph cont...
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22 rev. 2012v1 chlorine chlorine is a water sanitizer also, however it is more sensitive to ph than bromine. To be effective, you must have a ph range of 7.2-7.6. Any reading outside this range will greatly reduce chlorine effectiveness. Use a chlorine test kit or test strip to maintain a reading of...
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23 rev. 2012v1 stain and scale inhibitor staining and scaling may be a common problem in spas. Because the water is hot, scale may be deposited more quickly. The circulation of water can cause the erosion of metals from spa equipment, which can stain interior surfaces. A weekly dose of a stain and s...
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24 rev. 2012v1 spa care filter cleaning always make sure the spa is off before removing and cleaning the aqua klean ® filter bags. We recommend the aqua klean ® filter bags to be cleaned every two weeks to avoid a decrease in jet performance. On initial start-up, the filters should be cleaned every ...
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25 rev. 2012v1 cover surface as desired. Use a spa wax only. This adds a protective coating on the finish of your spa cover. Follow the instructions on the label of the wax product. Lastly, consult your l.A. Spas authorized dealer for further questions regarding your therm-rite tm spa cover. Drainin...
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26 rev. 2012v1 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 filte...
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27 rev. 2012v1 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. Equipment malfunction 2. Call for service spa turns on by itself 1. Normal automatic daily filtration cycle 1. No action required 2. Spa required he...
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28 rev. 2012v1 rhnc occurs when a communication problem exists between the control pack and the heater. Check for loose connection of heater communication cable. Reset power to spa. If error code remains, call for service. Rhpr temperature probe is defective. Change the set temperature. The system w...