Summary of California Cooperage 2006
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Owner’s manual.
Page 2: Safety Sign
Safety sign the safety sign enclosed with your owner’s manual should be permanently installed where visible to the users of the spa. The sign is adhesive backed and there are also four screws supplied for mounting on rough surfaces. It is very important that you, as a spa owner, review the important...
Page 3: Important
Important safety warnings note: when installing and using this equipment, basic safety precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of electrical shock, to ensure safe usage, and to safeguard the user’s health. (1) read and follow all instructions!! (2) ground all metal and electrical equip...
Page 4: Hyperthermia
Warning: water temperature in excess of 100°f (38º c) may be injurious to your health and avertissement: il peut être dangereux pur la santé de se plonger dans de l’eau à plus de 38º c warning: before entering the spa or hot tub measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer and avertiss...
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Safety warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I,ii table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Iii important safety instructions . . . . . . . . 1 do’s and don’ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 hyperthermia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 spa installation . . . . . . ....
Page 6: Important
Important safety instructions 1.Read and follow all instruc- tions. 2.Save these instructions. 3. Never allow children to access or use this product unless closely supervised by an adult at all times. 4. Never connect unit to a power supply with a load controller. 5. Never operate spa if the suction...
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The electrical supply for this product must include a suitably rated switch or circuit breaker to open all ungrounded supply con- ductors to comply with section 422-20 of the national electrical code (nec) ansi.Nfpa 70-1987. This disconnecting means must be readily accessible for operation but insta...
Page 8: Spa Installation
3 spa installation 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, ansi/ nfpa70-1987. The disconnecting means must be readily accessible but installe...
Page 9: Spa System Components
A. Filter skimmer/weir door: removes floating debris from the water surface, provides a water return path to equipment, and houses water filter element. B. Spa side control panel: used to control temper- ature setting, pump for jets, and light. C. Air controls: increases or decreases air entering th...
Page 10: Spa Components
A. Pumps (one pump or two pumps, depending on model): low speed for efficient water circu- lation during filtration and heating; high speed for maximum action of the jets. The pump functions are activated by topside controls. B. Warning and installation label: contains important safety information a...
Page 11: Jets And Air Controls
Jets and air controls jets all spa jets are individually engineered to provide a unique hydro-massage. Depending on the model, your spa will have a combination of the following jets: cyclone therapeutic: positioned to focus on large muscle groups, these jets deliver a concentrated, high volume strea...
Page 12: Electrical Information
Electrical information important safety instructions all electrical connections to this spa package must be accomplished by a qualified licensed electrician in accordance with the national electrical code (nec) and with state/local electri- cal codes in effect at the time of installation. Note: prio...
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240 volt installation permanently connected models: • the california cooperage® models 106 and 107 must be connected to a 240-volt electric service. Models 103, 104 and 105 are convertible to either 120-volt or 240-volt, but come factory wired for 240-volt service. Electrical requirements: • 240 vol...
Page 14: Start Up Procedures
Start up procedures follow recommendations for site location and electrical connection (pgs. 3 and 7). The water line on the weir door (see filter/skimmer, pg. 4) is the level at which the water should be maintained. 1. Fill the spa through the filter hole to the water line on the weir door with tap...
Page 15: Control Systems
Control systems california cooperage® series control system the california cooperage® series control system offers you the ultimate in spa control. The led window displays current water temperature, set point water tem- perature, and operating mode settings. Each feature of the system is actuated th...
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Temperature the maximum set temperature is 104°f (40°c) and the minimum set temperature is 80°f (27°c). The current water temperature or, if the pump has not been running, two dashes will show on the dis- play. If dashes are displayed, you must first start the pump by pressing the jets 1 pad. Wait u...
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Setting the time and filtration cycles preset filter cycles the spa control system is designed with two filter cycles. The first filter cycle turns on 6 minutes after power is supplied to the spa. The second filter cycle turns on 12 hours later. Filter cycles are pre-set for a two hour duration. Not...
Page 18: Equipment Safety Features
Equipment safety features automatic time outs your california cooperage® series spa is equipped with an automatic time out feature designed to protect both the equipment and the user. To reduce unnecessary use of the pumps and lights, the time out feature turns selected accessories off automatically...
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Common led equipment safety messages (continued) 14 if the lcd displays... Lf dy dr sa sb sn indicates... Water flow prob- lem - persistent flow problem lack of water to the heater lack of water to the heater heater sensor a not functioning heater sensor b not functioning heater sensors are out of b...
Page 20: Maintenance
Maintenance water chemistry water chemistry is critical in a spa system. Chemicals are used to sanitize the water and control the ph balance. The combination of high water tem- perature and small water volume means that the chem- ical balance must be watched carefully. It is recom- mended that you p...
Page 21: Draining Your Spa
Draining your spa note: always turn the circuit breaker off when you drain your spa. Do not turn the spa heater back on until you have full flow coming from the jets for sev- eral minutes. High concentrations of impurities caused by water evaporation, body oils, perfumes, and other contami- nants ma...
Page 22: Winterizing
Winterizing in cold climates where freezing temperatures occur, special care is required to prevent the possibili- ty of damage to the spa and equipment due to freezing. If you plan on using your spa during cold months, be sure your pump and heater are in good working order. The spa shell has been i...
Page 23: Common Water Problems
Common water problems problem cause solution cloudy water • inadequate filtration/dirty filter • check to make sure the filter is running properly; clean filter with a filter cleaner or degreaser. • excessive oils/organic matter • shock the spa with a chlorine or bromine sanitizer, or other shock tr...
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Eye irritation • low ph • raise ph with sodium bicarbonate product. • insufficient free available chlorine • shock with a chlorine sanitizer/shock or other shock treatment product. Skin irritation/ • unsanitary/polluted water • keep recommended sanitizer residual at rash all times; superchlorinate o...
Page 25: Common Hardware Problems
Common hardware problems problem usual cause solution system not • house circuit breaker tripped or in • reset circuit breaker on house operating. Off position. Breaker panel. Heater not • water level too low. • add water to reach fill line on weir operating door. • heater mode not selected. • refer...
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Common hardware problems (continued) problem usual cause solution noisy pump • clogged floor suction or skimmer. • clean floor suction/skimmer. And motor. • low water level. • add water to normal water level (6" below lip). • damaged or worn motor bearings. • contact dealer. Water • check unions & d...
Page 27: Spa Soaking Guidelines
1. Persons with heart disease, diabetes, blood pres- sure or circulatory abnormalities, a serious illness, or pregnant women should not enter a spa without prior consultation with their doctor. 2. People with skin, ear, genital or other body infec- tions, open sores, or wounds should not use the spa...
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California cooperage® system wiring - model 165 23.
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24 california cooperage ® system wiring diagram - model 167.
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