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Watkins Accolade Owner's Manual - Reign

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    Owner’s manual.

  • Page 2: Owner’S Manual

    Owner’s manual this owner’s manual will acquaint you with the operation and general maintenance of your new spa. We suggest that you take some time to carefully review all seven sections. Please keep this manual available for reference. If you have any questions about any aspect of your spa’s set-up...

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    Table of contents table of contents safety information important safety instructions........................................................1 important spa instructions............................................................3 spa specifications ................................................4 i...

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    Page 1 safety information important safety instructions read and follow all instructions avoiding the risk to children danger: • risk of child drowning. Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents, ensure that children cannot use a spa unless they...

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    Page 2 • your spa uses ground fault circuit interrupters in the electrical subpanel. Before each use of the spa and with the unit operating, push the test button on each breaker. The switch should click over to the “trip” position. Wait 30 seconds and reset each gfci breaker by switching it complete...

  • Page 6: Important Spa Instructions

    Page 3 safety information avoiding the risk of hyperthermia prolonged immersion in hot water can result in hyperthermia, a dangerous condition which occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level above normal 98.6°f (37°c). The symptoms of hyperthermia include unawareness of impend...

  • Page 7: Spa Specifications

    Page 4 7'3" x 7'3" 2.21m x 2.21m 7'9" x 7' 5" 2.36m x 2.26m 6'2" x 7'3" 1.88m x 2.21m 5'2" x 6'10" 1.57m x 2.08m grandee ® (model g) 7'7" x 8'4" 2.31m x 2.54m 38" .97 m 150 square feet 6,000 500 gallons 1,893 litres 1,008 lbs. 457 kg. 6,233 lbs. 2,827 kg. 115 lbs. Per square foot 230 volt, 50 amp si...

  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    Page 5 installation instructions site preparation you probably have a spot picked out for your new spa, whether it’s indoors or outdoors, on a patio or on a deck. Just make sure you check the following: • always put your spa on a structurally sound, level surface. A filled spa can weigh a great deal...

  • Page 9: Spa Leveling Instructions

    Page 6 compromised immune system or respiratory infection. If you or other bathers are affected by this condition, please seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to the above, properly clean and maintain your spa as follows: • follow all procedures in this owner’s manual and printed ...

  • Page 10: Envoy

    Page 7 installation instructions envoy ™ (model kk) leveling points note: all dimensions are approximate; measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions. • 15 leveling points (place shims approx. 18” in from edge, then center middle shims). 21 1/4" (54 cm) 20 " (50.8 cm) 20 " (5...

  • Page 11: Vanguard

    Page 8 vanguard ® (model v & vv) leveling points note: all dimensions are approximate; measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions. 18" (45.7cm) 18" (45.7cm) 43 1/2" (110.5cm) 43 1/2" (110.5cm) 87" (221cm) 20 3/4" (52.7cm) 20 3/4" (52.7cm) 20" (50.8cm) 20" (50.8cm) 87" (221cm...

  • Page 12: Sovereign

    Installation instructions page 9 sovereign ® (model i & ii ) leveling points note: all dimensions are approximate; measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions. • 15 leveling points (place shims approx. 18” in from edge, then center middle shims)..

  • Page 13: Accolade

    Page 10 installation instructions accolade ™ (model ac) leveling points note: all dimensions are approximate; measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions. • 15 leveling points (place shims approx. 18” in from edge, then center middle shims). 20 1/4" (51.4 cm) 16 5/8 " (42.3 c...

  • Page 14: Prodigy

    Page 11 prodigy ® (model h) leveling points note: all dimensions are approximate; measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions. • 10 leveling points (place shims approx. 15” in from edge, then center middle shims). Installation instructions.

  • Page 15: Jetsetter

    Page 12 jetsetter ® (model j) leveling points note: all dimensions are approximate; measure your spa before making critical design or pathway decisions. • 10 leveling points (place shims approx. 15” in from edge, then center middle shims). Installation instructions.

  • Page 16: Vista

    Page 13 vista ® (model ss) 1. Wavemaster ® jet pump 2. No-fault ® heater 3. Silent flo 5000 ® circulation pump 4. Iq 2020 ™ control box 5. Ozone injector (optional accessory) 6. Main drain valve 7. Secondary drain 8. Bonding terminal equipment compartment c q g r k k l n p h j j 6 7 1 1 4 2 5 3 i j ...

  • Page 17: Grandee

    Page 14 overhead view a. Smartjet ® system lever b. Moto-massage ® jet comfort control ® system lever c. Precision ® jets comfort control system lever d. Jetstream ® jet comfort control system lever e. Pillow f. Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle g. Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle h. Moto-...

  • Page 18: Envoy

    Page 15 envoy ™ (model kk) 1. Wavemaster ® jet pump 2. No-fault ® heater 3. Silent flo 5000 ® circulation pump 4. Iq 2020 ™ control box 5. Ozone injector (optional accessory) 6. Main drain valve 7. Secondary drain 8. Bonding terminal equipment compartment overhead view a. Smartjet ® system lever b. ...

  • Page 19: Vanguard

    Page 16 vanguard ® (model v & vv) 1a.Wavemaster ® jet pump 1b.Wavemaster jet pump (available on model vv spas only) 2. No-fault ® heater 3. Silent flo 5000 ® circulation pump 4. Iq 2020 ™ control box 5. Ozone injector (optional accessory) 6. Main drain valve 7. Secondary drain 8. Bonding terminal eq...

  • Page 20: Sovereign

    Page 17 sovereign ® (model i & ii) 1. Wavemaster ® jet pump 2. No-fault ® heater 3. Silent flo 5000 ® circulation pump 4. Iq 2020 ™ control box 5. Ozone injector (optional accessory) 6. Main drain valve 7. Secondary drain 8. Bonding terminal equipment compartment overhead view a. Smartjet ® system l...

  • Page 21: Accolade

    Page 18 controls and equipment accolade ™ (model ac) overhead view a. Smartjet ® system lever b. Precision ® jets comfort control system lever c. Pillow d. Hydromassage jet with directional nozzle e. Hydromassage jet with rotary nozzle f. Precision jets g. Hydrostream ™ jet h. Soothing seven ® jets ...

  • Page 22: Prodigy

    Page 19 prodigy ® (model h) 1. Wavemaster ® jet pump 2. No-fault ® heater 3. Silent flo 5000 ® circulation pump 4. Iq 2020 ™ control box 5. Ozone injector (optional accessory) 6. Main drain valve 7. Secondary drain 8. Bonding terminal equipment compartment overhead view a. Smartjet ® system lever b....

  • Page 23: Jetsetter

    Page 20 jetsetter ® (model j) 1. Wavemaster ® jet pump 2. No-fault ® heater 3. Silent flo 5000 ® circulation pump 4. Iq 2020 ™ control box 5. Ozone injector (optional accessory) 6. Main drain valve 7. Secondary drain 8. Bonding terminal equipment compartment overhead view a. Smartjet ® system lever ...

  • Page 24: Electrical Requirements and

    Page 21 damage is not covered under the terms of your spa’s limited warranty. Electrical requirements and precautions your hot spring ® spa has been carefully designed to give you maximum safety against electrical shock. Connecting the spa to an improperly wired circuit will negate many of the spa’s...

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    Page 22 terminal of the 20 amp subpanel breaker. Each breaker should be tested prior to each use. Here’s how: 1. Push the “test” button on each gfci breaker, and observe it click off. 2. Wait 30 seconds, then push the breaker switch to the off (down) position (to ensure that it has completely diseng...

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    Page 23 electrical requirements handrails, and the concrete pad (if applicable) per n.E.C. And local codes. 9. Replace the control box cover and securely tighten the fastening screws. Close and secure the equipment compartment door as follows: • place top of door or panel directly below bartop again...

  • Page 27: 115-230 Volt Convertible

    Electrical requirements note : long wiring runs may require larger-gauge wire than stated. 115-230 volt convertible models • sovereign ® (model i) • prodigy ® (model h) • jetsetter ® (model j) 230 volt conversion instructions refer to the following instructions to convert a 115 volt spa to a 230 vol...

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    Page 25 note: the white neutral wire must be attached to the load neutral on the 115 volt, 20 amp breaker (not the neutral bus bar in the subpanel). The white pigtail (neutral) wire from the 20 amp breaker is already connected to the neutral bus bar. 4. Connect the #10 awg, blue wire from the subpan...

  • Page 29: 115 Volt Operation

    Page 26 if any of the gfci breakers fails to operate in this manner, your spa may have an electrical malfunction, and you may be risking electrical shock. Turn off all circuits and do not use the spa until the problem has been corrected by an authorized service agent. 115 volt operation (usa only) t...

  • Page 30: Operating Instructions

    Page 27 operating instructions operating instructions hot spring ® spas are manufactured in two different electrical versions, 230 volt permanently connected, and 115 / 230 volt convertible models. The largest spa models, the vista ® , grandee ® , envoy ™ , vanguard ® , sovereign ® (ii) and accolade...

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    Page 28 1.65 hp jet pump. The smartjet lever is used to operate the jet menus available in these models. Start-up and refill procedures your hot spring ® spa has been thoroughly tested during the manufacturing process to ensure reliability and long-term customer satisfaction. A small amount of water...

  • Page 32: Smartjet

    Page 29 chlorine (fac) residual. If the residual is between 3 and 5 ppm on the test strips (found in the test kit) go on to the next step. If the residual is less than 3 ppm, superchlorinate the spa water by adding 1-1/2 teaspoons of chlorine (sodium dichlor) per 250 gallons (950 liters) of spa wate...

  • Page 33: Hydromassage Jets

    Page 30 hydromassage jets the hydromassage jets have two different nozzle options: directional and dual port rotary. The directional nozzle allows you to aim the water in the direction that feels best. The dual port rotary nozzle divides the water flow into two streams, and then spins. Accessory not...

  • Page 34: Vista

    Page 31 jet menus vista ® (model ss) jet system menu jet pump 1–jet system 1 left smartjet ® lever in the 3 o’clock position • 3 jet-cluster ™ system on rear wall (2 dual port rotary, 1 directional hydromassage) • 2 soothing seven ® jets on right wall • 1 dual moto-massage ® jet on right front • 6 d...

  • Page 35: Grandee

    Page 32 grandee ® (model g) jet system menu grandee ® (model g) jet system menu (endurol) ® jet menus jet pump 1–jet system 1 left smartjet ® lever in the 3 o’clock position • 1 moto-massage ® jet on left rear • 4 directional precision ® jets above left moto-massage ® jet • 3 jet-cluster ™ system on...

  • Page 36: Grandee

    Page 33 jet pump 1–jet system 1 left smartjet ® lever in the 3 o’clock position • 1 moto-massage ® jet on left rear • 3 jet-cluster ™ system on back wall (1 directional hydromassage, 2 dual port rotary) • 1 moto-massage jet on right rear • 2 soothing seven ® on left wall jet pump 1 –jet system 2 lef...

  • Page 37: Envoy

    Page 34 jet menus envoy ™ (model kk) jet system menu jet pump 1–jet system 2 left smartjet ® lever in the 9 o’clock position • 4 hydrostream ™ jets on right back wall • 2 soothing seven ® jets on right wall • 1 dual moto-massage ® jet on right front wall • 4 directional precision ® jets above right ...

  • Page 38: Vanguard

    Page 35 vanguard ™ (model v) jet system menu vanguard ® (model v) jet system menu (endurol) ® jet system 1 smartjet ® lever in the 3 o’clock position • 1 moto-massage ® jet on left rear • 4 directional precision ® jets above left moto-massage jet • 1 moto-massage jet on right rear • 4 directional pr...

  • Page 39: Vanguard

    Page 36 jet menus vanguard ™ (model v) jet system menu vanguard ® (model v v) jet system menu jet pump 2-jet system 1 smartjet ® lever in the 3 o’clock position • 10 directional precision jets on back wall • 1 directional hydromassage jet on right wall • 2 soothing seven ® jets on left wall jet pump...

  • Page 40: Sovereign

    Page 37 sovereign ® (model i) jet system menu sovereign ® (model i) jet system menu jet system 1 smartjet ® lever in the 3 o’clock position • 1 moto-massage ® jet on left rear • 1 directional hydromassage jet on back wall • 10 directional precision ® jets on right rear • 2 soothing seven ® jets on r...

  • Page 41: Sovereign

    Page 38 sovereign ® (ii) jet system menu jet menus jet system 1 smartjet lever in the 3 o’clock position • 1 moto-massage jet on left rear • 4 directional precision jets above moto-massage jet • 10 directional precision jets on right rear • 3 jet-cluster ™ system on right front (2 dual port rotary, ...

  • Page 42: Reign

    Page 39 jet menus reign ® (model i) jet system menu accolade ™ (model ac) jet system menu jet system 1 smartjet lever in the 3 o’clock position • 2 hydrostream ™ jets on left back wall • 1 water feature • 7 precision jets on right back wall • 3 jet-cluster ™ system on front right wall (2 dual port r...

  • Page 43: Prodigy

    Page 40 jet menus jet system 1 smartjet ® lever in the 3 o’clock position • 10 directional precision ® jets on right rear • 2 dual port rotary jets on left rear • 1 directional hydromassage jet on left wall • 2 soothing seven ® jets on front left jet system 2 smartjet lever in the 9 o’clock position...

  • Page 44: Jetsetter

    Page 41 jet system 1 smartjet ® lever in the 3 o’clock position • 1 moto-massage ® jet on left rear • 3 jet-cluster ™ system on front right (2 soothing seven ® jets, 1 directional hydromassage jet) • 1 directional hydromassage jet on back wall jet system 2 smartjet lever in the 9 o’clock position • ...

  • Page 45: Main Control Panel

    Page 42 main control panel the main control panel provides a quick visual check of the spa’s status, and allows the user to set the temperature, activate the jets and light, and lock the temperature and/or spa functions. Indicator lights at a glance, the indicator lights are readily visible on the m...

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    Temporarily, the spa lock can be applied over an already-applied temperature lock. Then, when the spa lock is removed, the temperature lock will remain on, to prevent unwanted tampering with the set temperature. Main control panel buttons and display the main control panel has buttons which the spa ...

  • Page 47: Auxiliary Control Panel

    Page 44 continuous operation. The light symbol on the panel will also turn off when the light is deactivated. If the light will not turn on, make sure spa lock is deactivated. Spa lock disables the controls on both the main and auxiliary control panels. Light control - luminescence ™ all hot spring ...

  • Page 48: 115 Volt Gfci

    Page 45 vanguard ® (v) , sovereign ® , prodigy ® & jetsetter ® 1st press = jet pump on 2nd press = jet pump off accolade ™ 1st press = jet pump low speed 2nd press = jet pump high speed 3rd press = off if the jet pump will not engage, make sure spa lock is deactivated. Spa lock disables the controls...

  • Page 49: Spa Care and Maintenance

    Page 46 warning: failure to deactivate the summer mode when the temperature drops below 32°f ( 0°c) will result in freezing of the spa. Damage resulting from this situation is not covered under the terms of the warranty. Spa care and maintenance general information your hot spring ® spa is manufactu...

  • Page 50: Care of The Spa Pillows

    Page 47 spa care and maintenance danger: to reduce the risk of injury to persons using the spa, do not remove the suction fittings (filter standpipes) located in the filter compartment and do not sit on the filter lid, in extreme cases the lid could crack and break. This occurrence is considered abu...

  • Page 51: Care of The Spa Cover

    Page 48 important: some surface cleaners contain eye and skin irritants. Keep all cleaners out of the reach of children and use care when applying. Everwood ® spa cabinet hot spring ® spas include an everwood spa cabinet. Everwood consists of a rigid polymer that combines the durability of plastic w...

  • Page 52: Vacation Care Instructions

    Page 49 spa care and maintenance b. For the uprite ® or gliderite ® retractable cover system: simply lift the cover at its center hinge, allowing it to move to the back of the spa and to rest gently there. C. For the lift ’n glide ™ retractable cover system: slightly lift the cover at front of spa, ...

  • Page 53: Prevention of Freezing

    Page 50 prevention of freezing your hot spring ® spa has been designed and engineered for year-round use in any climate. In some areas, extremely cold temperatures (below 10°f) combined with strong wind, may cause partial freezing of the jet pump, even though the water inside the spa remains at the ...

  • Page 54: General Information

    Page 51 water quality and maintenance b) place the shop vac hose over the main drain outlet and allow it to draw any remaining water from the spa’s internal plumbing (approximately 3 to 5 minutes). C) place the shop vac hose over the secondary “freeze” drain outlet and allow it to draw any remaining...

  • Page 55: The Hot Spring

    Page 52 • always keep chemical containers closed when not in use. Replace caps on their proper containers. • don’t inhale fumes, or allow chemicals to come in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Wash your hands immediately after use. • follow the emergency advice on the product label in case of ...

  • Page 56

    Page 53 c. If the ch is too high (commonly known as “hard” water), formation of scale on the spa’s shell surface and equipment can result. Ch can be decreased by dilution – a mixture of 75% hard and 25% soft water will be a good starting point. If soft water is not available, or practical for you, a...

  • Page 57: Everfresh

    Everfresh ® water care system the everfresh water care system is comprised of the following products: • freshstart ® 10,000 pre-filter • sodium dichlor, hotspring freshwater concentrated chlorinating granules • monopersulfate (mps), hotspring freshwater chlorine-free oxidizer • freshwater ® iii high...

  • Page 58: Freshwater

    Page 55 freshwater ag+ ® silver ion purifier replacement instructions when replacing the freshwater ag+ silver ion purifier (every four months), it is highly recommended that the spa be drained and refilled at the same time. After refilling the spa with water, balance the total alkalinity (ta), calc...

  • Page 59: Chlorine (Sodium Dichlor)

    Page 56 the filters, simply move the filters from one standpipe to another. Typically, the filter on the circulation system (with grey filter cap, standpipe and wallfitting) is subject to the greatest load. By rotating the filters, the load placed on the individual filter by the circulation system i...

  • Page 60

    Page 57 f. When the free available chlorine is within the recommended range, the spa is ready to be enjoyed. Warning: there are several forms of stabilized chlorine available for use in spas and swimming pools and each form has specific chemical characteristics. It is extremely important that the on...

  • Page 61: Ozone

    Page 58 ozone the freshwater ® iii high output ozone system is the only ozone purification system approved for installation in your hot spring ® spa. The freshwater iii ozone system utilizes corona discharge (cd) technology to produce a higher concentration of ozone than is produced by competing ult...

  • Page 62: Water Terminology

    Page 59 • don’t use a floater type sanitization system as a low or no maintenance solution to your spa maintenance program. The spa shell easily can withstand the effects of a properly administered sanitizer. Floating dispensers can become trapped in one area and cause an over-sanitization (or chemi...

  • Page 63

    Page 60 chloramines: compounds formed when chlorine combines with nitrogen from body oils, urine, perspiration, etc. Chloramines can cause eye irritation as well as having a strong odor. Unlike bromamines, chloramines are weaker, slower sanitizers. Chlorine: an efficient sanitizing chemical for spas...

  • Page 64: Service Information

    Page 61 service information service information general information your hot spring ® spa has been designed to provide years of trouble-free use. As with any appliance, problems may occasionally occur that require the expertise of a qualified service person. Though such simple repairs as resetting a...

  • Page 65: Acts Invalidating Warranty

    Page 62 buzz or hum is not audible, verify that the generator is completely plugged into the spa’s control box. Warning: contact your hot spring ® dealer if your spa requires troubleshooting beyond the scope of this manual. Freshwater ® iii ozone systems should only be serviced by a qualified techni...

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    Spa water maintenance troubleshooting guide cloudy water water odor chlorine odor musty odor • dirty filters • excessive oils / organic matter • improper sanitization • suspended particles / organic matter • overused or old water • excessive organics in water • improper sanitization • low ph • chlor...

  • Page 67

    Page 64 service information spa care and maintenance record drain and clean spa shell d ra in a n d c le a n s p a s h e ll spray clean filter cartridge s p ra y c le a n f ilt e r c a rt ri d g e soak filter cartridge s o a k f ilt e r c a rt ri d g e restain everwood r e s ta in e v e rw o o d ® s...

  • Page 68

    Watkins manufacturing corporation vista, california usa this manual contains installation, operating, maintenance and service information for the following 2005 hot spring ® spa models: usa models effective date canadian models effective date vista ® (model ss) 12/04 vista (model ssc) 12/04 grandee ...