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2013 swim spa owners manual (english) FINAL 110912

1. SCROLLS THROUGH THE MENUS ILLUM KEY WHICH Ns TEMP KEY WHICH CONTROLS CONTROLS TLE JY GED THE TEMPERATURE AND 0 LIGHTING SCROLLS THROUGH THE MENUS Use the or keys to set desired water temperature or raise or lower values in a menu Use the or gt keys to move between selections OTHER DISPLAY ICONS CLOCK ICON SHOWS UP ON THE DISPLAY WHEN PROGRAMMING THE TIME OF DAY AND FILTER CYCLE SETTINGS TEMPERATURE ICON SHOWS UP ON THE DISPLAY WHEN YOU PRESS EITHER TEMPERATURE KEY INDICATING THAT YOU ARE ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE 24 HYDROPOOL PUMP 1 FUNCTION Press the JET1 keypad to activate Pump 1 1st press turns the pump on low speed 2nd press turns the pump on high speed 3rd press turns the pump off PUMP 2 FUNCTION Press the JET2 keypad to activate Pump 2 1st press turns the pump on high speed 2nd press turns the pump off PUMP 3 FUNCTION if equipped Press the JET3 keypad to activate Pump 1st press turns the pump on high speed 2nd press turns the pump off PUMP AUTOMATIC TIME OUTS High speed 15 minutes Low speed 30 minutes SETTING THE TIME OF DAY In order to set the time of day you must press and hold the FILTER PROGRAM key for 5 sec onds The display will show the time of day with the hours flashing Use the temperature keys to change the hours A press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will then flash the minutes Once again use the temperature keys to change t
2. Cloudy Water Microscopic particles too small to filter out High Total Alkalinity High pH levels High Calcium Hardness Scale High Calcium Hardness White Grayish Deposit Skin Eye Irritation Improper pH and or Total Alkalinity levels Test and adjust all water balance elements and add flocculent to cause the particles to combine together so they can be filtered out Increase filter cycle time Test these water balance elements and adjust to recommended parameters Test calcium hardness level and treat with sequesting agent or perform partial drain refill Test water balance and make the appropri ate changes Excessive Foam Buildup of body oils or cosmetics If no water line is present you can try using defoamer to break up the contaminants and then a clarifier to help filter them away If a water line is present the spa may need to be drained and cleaned Either way the filter should be thoroughly cleaned by soak ing over night in bleach An oil absorbing sponge can help in preventing this in the future Increase filter cycle time Laundry detergent residual in swimwear Excess organic contaminants BEDS UE Corrosion Etching Presence of metals in water iron copper etc Discoloured Water Presence of metals in water iron copper Clear v turbid water etc Prevent by running an extra rinse cycle on washing machine or re rinse well by hand Some organic matter is prone to causing foam
3. David Jackson Enjoy HYDROPOOL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Your physiological response to hot water is subjective and depends on your age health and medical history If you don t know your tolerance to hot water or if you get a headache or become dizzy or nauseous when using your hot tub get out and cool off immediately 1 CHILDREN SHOULD NOT USE SPAS OR HOT TUBS WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION 2 DO NOT USE SPAS OR HOT TUBS UNLESS ALL SUCTION GUARDS ARE INSTALLED TO PREVENT BODY AND HAIR EN TRAPMENT 3 PEOPLE USING MEDICATIONS AND OR HAVING ANY ADVERSE MEDICAL HISTORY SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING A SPA OR HOT TUB PEOPLE WITH INFECTIOUS DISEASES SHOULD NOT USE A SPA OR HOT TUB TO AVOID INJURY EXERCISE CARE WHEN ENTERING OR EXITING THE SPA OR HOT TUB DO NOT USE DRUGS OR ALCOHOL BEFORE OR DURING THE USE OF A SPA OR HOT TUB TO AVOID UNCONSCIOUS NESS AND POSSIBLE DROWNING PREGNANT OR POSSIBLE PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING A SPA OR HOT TUB WATER TEMPERATURE IN EXCESS OF 38 100 F MAY BE INJURIOUS TO YOUR HEALTH BEFORE ENTERING THE SPA OR HOT TUB MEASURE THE WATER TEMPERATURE WITH AN ACCURATE THERMOME TER 10 DO NOT USE A SPA OR A HOT TUB IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING STRENUOUS EXERCISE 11 PROLONGED IMMERSION IN A SPA OR HOT TUB MAY BE INJURIOUS TO YOUR HEALTH 12 DO NOT PERMIT OR USE ELECTRIC APPLIANCES SUCH AS LIGHT TELEPHONE RADIO OR TELEVISION
4. WITHIN 1 5M OF THIS SPA OR HOT TUB 13 CHILDREN SHOULD NOT ENTER A HOT TUB WHERE THE WATER TEMPERATURE EXCEEDS BODY TEMPERATURE 37 C 98 6 F 14 DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO SUBMERGE THEIR HEAD UNDER WATER 15 NEVER OPERATE THE HOT TUB PUMP AT HIGH SPEED WITHOUT HAVING ALL SUCTION AND RETURN LINES OPEN 16 ALWAYS KEEP THE HARDCOVER INSTALLED AND LOCKED WHEN THE HOT TUB IS NOT IN USE 17 TEST THE GFCI GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER MONTHLY 18 POST EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS FOR POLICE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND AMBULANCE AT THE NEAREST PHONE 19 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY e THE WATER IN A SPA SHOULD NEVER EXCEED 40 C 104 WATER TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 38 C 100 F AND 40 104 ARE CONSIDERED SAFE FOR A HEALTHY ADULT LOWER WATER TEMPERATURES ARE RECOM MENDED FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND WHEN SPA USE EXCEEDS 10 MINUTES e SINCE EXCESSIVE WATER TEMPERATURES HAVE A HIGH POTENTIAL FOR CAUSING FETAL DAMAGE DURING THE EARLY MONTHS OF PREGNANCY PREGNANT OR POSSIBLY PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD LIMIT SPA WATER TEM PERATURES TO 38 100 e BEFORE ENTERING A SPA THE USER SHALL MEASURE THE WATER TEMPERATURE SINCE THE TOLERANCE FOR WATER TEMPERATURE REGULATING DEVICES VARIES e THE USE OF ALCOHOL DRUGS OR MEDICATION BEFORE OR DURING SPA USE MAY LEAD TO UNCONSCIOUS NESS WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF DROWNING e OBESE PERSONS AND PERSONS WITH A HISTORY OF HEART DISEASE LOW OR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE CIRCU LATORY SYSTEM PROBLEMS OR
5. the installation fill and operate your hot tub to test for leaks this ensures easy access and inexpensive correction Check all union connections and plumbing for minor leaks In the event of a leak ensure all union connections and pump plugs are tight and all o rings gaskets are in place STARTING Before applying voltage to power up your swim spa it is very important that you understand the sequence of events that occur when the system is activated in order that the pump can be primed efficiently and damage to the system can be avoided e the main power on at your electrical panel e Follow the control instructions for your particular model swim spa to put the pump into low speed See section HYDROPOOL CONTROL SYSTEMS PUMP PRIMING RELEASING AN AIR LOCK On some systems a message will appear on the display indicating that the system is in PUMP PRIMING MODE This mode will last for 4 to 5 minutes before automatically entering the normal operation mode See complete details for your spa in section HYDROPOOL CONTROL SYS TEMS When the pump is located below water level the water should start circulating immediately If the motor works but you do not notice water circulation within the first 15 sec onds the pump may require priming due to trapped air referred to as an air lock To prime inset 2 open the hose bib to allow trapped air to escape Close as soon as the water flow from the jets becomes regular If the
6. BROMAMINES are formed when bromine destroys nitrogen bearing organic matter Unlike chloramines bromamines don t cause eye irritation however when allowed to go unchecked will cause an objectionable odour 6 SHOCK the practice of adding an oxidizing agent to hot tub water to destroy ammonia nitrogenous and organic contaminants chloramines and bromamines 7 pH alogarithmic value expressing the relative acidity or basicity of a substance such as hot tub water as indicated by the hydro gen ion concentration pH is expressed as a number on a scale of to 14 where 0 is most acidic 1 to 7 being acidic 7 considered neutral 7 to 14 being basic and 14 being most basic The ideal range for hot tub water is 7 4 to 7 6 ppm 8 pH INCREASER raises the pH level of the water 9 pH DECREASER lowers the pH level of the water 10 TOTAL ALKALINITY TA the amount of carbonate bicarbonate and hydroxide compounds present in the water that deter mines the ability or capacity of the water to resist change in pH Also known as the buffering capacity 11 ALKALINITY BOOSTER raises the alkalinity 12 CALCIUM HARDNESS the calcium portion of the total alkalinity which represents 70 to 75 of total hardness Calcium concen trations determine whether water is soft too little calcium or hard too much calcium 13 CALCIUM BOOSTER increases the calcium level 14 TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS TDS a measure of the total amount of dissolved m
7. DIABETES SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING A SPA e PERSONS USING MEDICATION SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING A SPA SINCE SOME MEDICATION MAY INDUCE DROWSINESS WHILE OTHER MEDICATION MAY EFFECT HEART RATE BLOOD PRESSURE AND CIR CULATION o gt GOO HYDROPOOL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Your physiological response to hot water is subjective and depends on your age health and medical history If you don t know your tolerance to hot water or if you get a headache or become dizzy or nauseous when using your hot tub get out and cool off immediately N CAUTION MAINTAIN WATER CHEMISTRY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS A DANGER RISK OF ACCIDENTAL DROWNING EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE EXERCISED TO PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS BY CHILDREN TO AVOID ACCIDENTS ENSURE THAT CHILDREN CAN T USE THE SPA UNLESS THEY ARE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES 2 RISK OF INJURY THE SUCTION FITTINGS IN THIS SPA ARE SIZED TO MATCH THE SPECIFIC WATER FLOW CREATED BY THE PUMP SHOULD THE NEED ARISE TO REPLACE THE SUCTION FITTINGS OR THE PUMP BE SURE THAT THE FLOW RATES ARE COMPATIBLE NEVER OPERATE THE SPA IF THE SUCTION FITTINGS ARE BROKEN OR MISSING NEVER REPLACE A SUCTION FITTING WITH ONE RATED LESS THAN THE FLOW RATE MARKED ON THE ORIGINAL SUCTION FITTING 3 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK INSTALL AT LEAST 1 5M SFT FROM ALL METAL SURFACES AS AN ALTERNATIVE A SPA MAY BE INSTALLED WITHIN 1 5M 5F
8. add chemicals to water and not vice versa e Chemicals may be corrosive so handle with care and store in a cool dark place e Never smoke near chemicals as most are flammable e Ensure any spilled chemicals are carefully cleaned up immediately e Always have the POISON CONTROL telephone number handy in the event of an emergency e Keep chemicals out of children s reach e Wear safety glasses and gloves when handling chemi cals INITIAL WATER FILL amp BALANCE 1 Make sure the swim spa is circulating 2 Add a sequesterant stain and scale controller Allow water to circulate for an hour before adding anything else to the swim spa water 3 Add a Shock oxidizing agent 4 Add sanitizing tablets Bromine or Chlorine to the dispenser Your Hydropool swim spa comes with a built in bromine chlorine dispenser located in the lid of the cartridge filter housing refer to section CARTRIDGE FILTER for details removing and re installing the lid Once the filler lid is removed you ll notice a clear 2 5 cm 1 di ameter tube extending from the bottom of the lid CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLY DIS FENSER Expose the large Refill hole at the end of the tube and add 5 or 6 tablets Do not overfill dispenser as performance will be affected Turn to expose the largest area and allow water to circulate for 3 or 4 hours before testing level Adjust to lesser area as necessary to maintain a level of 2 4 PPM Sanitizer F
9. closed when your hot tub is not in use Cluster Storm Poly Storm Rifle Jet Corestream Jet order Mini Storm Multi Massage Jet Mini Storm Massage Jet Mini Storm Galaxy Jet e o Power Storm Resonator Jet Mini Storm Directional Jet Power Storm Twin Roto Jet Power Storm Rifle Jet Wide Strear Jet INTERCHANGING JET INSERTS A great feature for custom tailoring the jets in your Hydro pool hot tub to suit your personal hydrotherapy needs Jets of like size and dimension may be interchanged with each other for example if you wished to swap a Poly Storm Directional jet for a Poly Storm Twin Roto jet or a Mini Storm Twin Roto jet for a Mini Storm Directional jet CLEANING STAINLESS STEEL JETS amp CONTROLS Use a Cleaner such as Brasso or Stainless Steel Cleaner to bring back the lustre to your Stainless Steel parts weekly This must be done otherwise the stainless steel will discolor and possibly rust due to chemical exposure CLEANING OPTIONAL BELLAGIO WATERFALL JETS 1 Put hot tub in Stand By Mode 2 Rotate outer ring of Bellagio Jet Counter Clockwise to remove cover 3 Grab center nozzle pull it out to clean and then rinse 4 Reassemble in reverse order OPTIONAL BELLAGIO SEQUENCE FILTER This filter must be cleaned at each drain and refill of your hot tub to ensure proper functionality of the Acupressure Sequence Massage It is located behind the door in the equipment area T
10. filtration pump 14 Close the drain hose bib on the swim spa plumbing line and continue filling swim spa with fresh water 15 Place cover on swim spa to avoid splash out 16 Open filtration pump return gate valve 17 Press any button on the topside control panel other than the pump 1 button to take the system out of STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode Filtration pump and the heater will activate to circulate and heat the water while filling contin ues This also reduces the possibility of an airlock occur ring 18 Continue adding fresh fill water until level is approximately 19mm 3 4 in from the top of the skimmer opening 19 Once fill is complete remove the 10 rubber expansion plug from the bottom of the skimmer housing 20 If the filter housing was opened to replace the cartridge filter it will be necessary to release trapped air from the filter housing by carefully loosening the small black air vent bleeder valve located on the top of the filter housing When water begins to escape close the air vent valve In the unlikely event of a pump air lock pump 1 is operat ing but there is no water movement from the jets refer to section PUMP PRIMING RELEASING AN AIR LOCK 2 t may be necessary to put system into STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode in order to remove plug FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 WATER SOFTENERS Never fill a swim spa with water from a water softener as it could adversely effect the water chemistry maki
11. located near wash room and shower facilities The swim spa room should have a floor drain to handle splash water a window outside exhaust fan or humidistat controlled ex haust fan for ventilation and a humidifier Consider plumbing a water tap and drain location nearby to facilitate draining and top up Always provide adequate ventilation for the support equipment Consult your local Hydropool retailer for further information OUTDOOR INSTALLATIONS Contact your local building code department to determine if a building permit is necessary and for information on applicable bylaws distance from property lines buildings fencing requirements etc If you are doing any excavating contact your local gas electric and cable company to ensure that there are no underground lines Locate the swim spa where practical within close distance of a door to the house to maximize potential winter use Ensure that all swim spa support equipment is easily accessible and protected from the elements The swim spa support equipment is designed for indoor out of the direct elements use When your HYDROPOOL swim spa is equipped with a factory installed cabinet and installed as per the guidelines of this manual the equipment will be adequately protected If the swim spa is shipped without a cabinet your custom cabinet or other structure must be designed to supply pro tection for the swim spa support equipment from rain snow splash water etc
12. there is good drainage via a properly designed French gravel drain system and or a sump pump to prevent ground water flooding damage to the support equip ment or structure swim spa Install protective waterproof conduit to house light or topside control cables that will be buried Access for future service must be considered at the time of design and installation Difficult access can result in supple mental service labour charges not covered by the factory war ranty Consider easily removable deck materials Make sure the swim spa is tested for 48 hours before you prepare the installation of the surrounding finish deck around your swim spa Even though all units are tested in our plant some transport site handling damage can occur and we sug gest you make sure the swim spa is perfectly waterproof be fore finalizing your installation OVERALL SUPPORT non cabinet installations Your Hydropool swim spa is equipped with a factory installed load support substructure which distributes the weight of the water over the entire foot area of the swim spa The cabinet either factory installed or customized on site should be deco rative only and not relied on for overall support Although the lip of the swim spa must be supported to ensure it remains level never suspend a swim spa from a deck or floor by the outer acrylic edge as this will lead to product damage and or serious personal injury HYDROPOOL SITE PREPAR
13. using your device Audio source placement in pop out tray device not included NOTE For instructions on how to operate your optional AM FM audio system please refer to the additional Operations Manual provided OPTIONAL SPEAKERS You have the option to customize your audio features so that you can use your home stereo system in combination with the pop up speakers in stalled on the swim spa It is the sole responsibility of the end user to en sure the proper installation and operation of the system and Hydropool is not responsible for any defects or repairs as a result of workmanship and or faulty wiring NOTE Any damage to the speakers are the sole responsibility of the end user Each speaker is rated 50 watts 2 channel 4 ohms per channel 3l HYDROPOOL SWIM SPA WATER BALANCE GENERAL OVERVIEW NOTABLE POINTS The reliability and longevity of your swim spa support equip ment are directly related to how well water quality is maintained e The small volume of water in your swim spa is easily affected by the introduction of oils lotions perspiration and chemicals It is imperative that you give your swim spa regular attention to maintain clean safe and balanced water to prevent premature damage and or failure corrosion calcification to the support equipment Maintaining proper swim spa water balance and sanitizer levels is extremely important Neglected hot water will allow bacteria to quickly spread The
14. will automatically return the pump s off after 15 minutes Adjust the hot tub heat control at the topside panel to the desired water temperature Adjust water balance pH TA calcium hardness to recom mended levels and add sanitizer once the water temperature reaches 20 C 68 F See section SWIM SPA WATER BALANCE Keep insulated safety hard cover on the hot tub and the air controls closed during the entire heat up process HYDROPOOL HYDROPOOL SWIM SPA SERIES CONTROL SYSTEMS NORTH AMERICA EUROPE HYDROPOOL SWIM SPA IN XE SPA PACK SERIES INITIAL START UP Before applying voltage to power up your hot tub it is very important that you understand the sequence of events that occur when the system is activated in order that the pump can be primed efficiently and damage to the system can be avoided At initial power up the system will do a lamp test where all of the segments and LED s are lighting up Then the system will show the software part number the software revision and then the low level selection After the initial software indicators are shown the display will flash between temperature F and time 12 00 pm This display is indicating that the system is in PUMP PRIM ING MODE In this mode pump 2 if installed will run for one minute and then it will turn off and the system will activate pump 1 to run for one minute before automatically exiting and entering the normal operation mode Wh
15. ATION CONTINUED INSTALLATION EXAMPLES SERVICE HATCH SERVICE HATCH WOOD OR CONCRETE DECK FACTORY ND am CONCRETE MAINTENANCE OR V BUNKER RETAINING G WALL STE SUPPORTS POURED 4 SLAB Ar m rm um requ emer dub e Lu edi d lt ES v STANDARD PN NATURAL DRAIN 6 GRAVEL veviec CEE ED mer proo ALLOW APROX 4 FT for SERVICE ACCESS EEE TE WOOD OR CONCRETE DECK STEEL SUPPORTS CONCRETE FACTORY INSTALLED ds PLUMBING WALL OPEN CAVITY BELOW ANE ONERE UD reas an UE iium POURED 4 SLAB ie See me minimum requirement 6 GRAVEL NATU RAL DRAIN EQUIPMENT ACCESSIBILITY amp PROTECTION The equipment must be located in an area where it will remain dry and will not be exposed to rain snow or ground water e When your swim spa is to be installed above ground the optional factory cabinet is designed for both protection and ac cessibility e When your swim spa is to be installed fully or partially in the ground or if you have ordered a swim spa without a cabinet it is necessary that the equipment be installed in an area that is dry protected from the elements has proper ventilation and is easily accessible for service e Always ensure that the equipment is mounted on a raised base or platform to prevent potential water damage to the mo tors equipment or controls Note that the equipment is supplied on a raised composite support
16. HYDROPOOL the salf claaning swim spa ip Intertek Hydropool Ing Tel 905 565 6810 Toll Free 1 800 465 2933 Fax 905 565 6820 Emall Info hydropoolhottubs com www hydropoolhottubs com BJAC PE d Please visit www h com tol rec giste favour eve spa 9 guarantee within 0 days of the C gt r 7 chase Letter of introduction Important User Safety Instructions Warnings Hyperthermia Choosing the Right location Indoor Locations Outdoor Locations General Installation Considerations Special Considerations Indoor Installations Outdoor Installations Site Preparation Above Ground Installations In ground amp Partial In ground Installations Overall Support non cabinet installations Installation Examples Equipment Accessibility amp Protection Equipment Placement Unloading Handling your Swim Spa Leveling your Hydropool Swim Spa Setup and Assembly Steel Support Leg Assembly Overview Steel Support Leg Assembly Details Support Equipment Assembly Ozonator Connection LED Light Assembly Important Electrical Safety Instructions G F C I R C D Application Guideline amp Wire Size North America G F C l Installation Diagram Europe R C D Installation Diagram Accessories Optional Waterfall Pillows 19FX model only Filter Ice Bucket Lids Safety Hardcover Locks Dreamscents Aromatherapy System optional Ozone optional Aquacord Tether Sy
17. Hydro pool offers either a matching three tier Natural Western Cedar pictured in inset above or a four tier Univer sal Step in either matching Espresso or Driftwood color with black railings The Aquatic Rowing Kit is a combination of stainless steel oars and resistant tether cords that attach to a swivel anchors allowing a full rowing motion 18 HYDROPOOL OPTIONAL I COMMAND SYSTEM The Smart Phone App that is designed as a wireless hot tub control which allows you to pick the water care settings that fit your schedule Adjust filtration and temperature settings and create the ideal hot tub experience from inside your home This option is supported by your iPhone iPOD touch or iPAD If your hot tub comes with this option installed you need to activate the App Store Icon from your IPOD menu Type in in Touch into the search field to find the application and download from iTunes using your user name and password 1 Goto the Wi Fi Networks screen by touching the Settings Icon The network named in touch should appear on the list 2 Press on it to select the in touch network Once you ve selected it wait until the WiFi icon appears on the top left corner of the screen This icon shows that your iDevice is now connected to the network 3 You can now start the application by finding the icon for the in touch application and tapping to open it 4 The first time you use the app a message will tell you to add a
18. Keypad for manual operation To set the automatic opera tion you must enable the automatic programming you must enter the start time and you must enter the duration of the cycle To set manual operation you simply need to press the ECON ON OFF key on the keypad In manual mode the display will show Eco when you turn the mode on and noE when you turn it off PROGRAMMING THE ECONOMY MODE After you have successfully set the time of day and filter cycles you will continue on to program the economy mode press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will display EP economy mode programming Use the tempera ture UP and DN keys to turn off or on 0 1 A press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will display ES economy start Use the temperature UP and DN keys to set the start time A press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will display ED economy duration A press of the temperature UP and DN keys will select the duration 1 24 hrs A press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will display a flashing F Use the temperature UP and DN keys to toggle between F and C Press the FILTER PROGRAM key to exit the program ming STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST MODE A long press of 5 seconds will enable the STANDBY MODE This mode allows you to stop all outputs including all automatic functions such as a filter cycle heating requests and smart winter mode purging for 30 minutes to perform quick spa maintenance When the STANDBY MODE is activated the display wil
19. OT the current water temperature To Check Change the Set Temperature The last measured temperature is constantly displayed on the topside panel When this pad is pressed once any time during normal operation the display will show the set tem perature for 5 seconds Press this pad a second time to in crease or decrease the set temperature To change the di rection of the temperature settings ie lower vs raise the temperature allow the display to revert back to the current water temperature then press the pad again The temperature can be adjusted from 15 C 59 F to 40 C 104 F in 0 5 C 1 F increments Heater Function In a regulation cycle the system first generates water flow through the heater housing and the plumbing in order to ensure accurate water temperature readings as well as avoiding heater activation in dry conditions The system verifies periodically that all parameters are within the normal range If the readings received from the system are not valid blanks will be displayed until normal readings have been suc cessfully found After verifying pump activation and taking a water tempera ture reading if required the system automatically turns the heater on to reach and maintain water temperature at the set point The heater indicator lights up when the heater is on It flashes when there is a request for more heat but the heater has not started yet HYDROPOOL selt clean ng not tubps HYDRO
20. POOL SWIM SPA SERIES CONTROL SYSTEMS NORTH AMERICA EUROPE GECKO IN XE5 AQUASPORT CONTROLS HYDROPOOL H the self cleaning swim spa TEMP TEMP KEYPAD FUNCTIONS AND DISPLAY ICONS JET 1 KEY WHICH A PES CONTROLS PUMP 1 A CONTROLS PUMP I JET 2 KEY WHICH 2 A ILLUM KEY WHICH wm CONTROLS THE O LIGHTING OTHER DISPLAY ICONS DAY AND FILTER CYCLE SETTINGS ECON KEY WHICH SETS THE ECONOMY gt MODE FILTER KEY WHICH SETS THE FILTER _ CYCLES ee THE TEMPERATURE AND TEMP KEY WHICH CONTROLS SCROLLS THROUGH THE MENUS TEMP KEY WHICH CONTROLS THE TEMPERATURE AND SCROLLS THROUGH THE MENUS v CLOCK ICON SHOWS UP ON THE DISPLAY WHEN PROGRAMMING THE TIME OF TEMPERATURE KEY INDICATING THAT YOU ARE ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE 1 TEMPERATURE ICON SHOWS UP ON THE DISPLAY WHEN YOU PRESS EITHER 23 HYDROPOOL self cleaning hot tubs HYDROPOOL SWIM SPA SERIES CONTROL SYSTEMS NORTH AMERICA EUROPE GECKO IN XE5 AQUATRAINER CONTROLS HYDROPOOL EA the self cleaning swim spa KEYPAD FUNCTIONS AND DISPLAY ICONS JET 1 KEY WHICH ie PROGRAM KEY WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO CONTROLS PUMP 1 A woe ENTER THE PROGRAMMING MENU TO SET EE THE AUTOMATIC PARAMETERS JET 2 KEY WHICH LE ON OFF KEY USED TO MANUALLY CONTROLS PUMP 2 A TURN ON AND OFF THE ECON gt iia OMY MODE JET 3 KEY WHICH 2 CONTROLS PUMP 3 ard TEMP KEY WHICH CONTROLS ow THE TEMPERATURE AND
21. RENCH DRAIN E GRAVEL IN GROUND amp PARTIAL IN GROUND INSTALLATIONS When recessing the swim spa all or part way below ground level a concrete base along with a concrete or wood retaining wall to hold back the earth is suggested This forms a box or bunker in which the swim spa is placed Hydropool does not recommend back filling full in ground or partial in ground installations without the backfillable frame accessory and installed support panels Recommended Minimum Concrete Pad Dimensions With Factory Cabinet amp Steps 141X or 14FX 259 cm x 576 cm Models 102 in x 228 in 17FX Model 259 cm x 671 cm 102 in x 264 in 259 cm x 711 cm 102 in x 280 in 239 cm x 620 cm 94 in x 244 in 19FX Model e It is recommended leaving a 61 cm 24 in wide crawl space around the entire unit to ensure adequate accessibility Non freezing climates it is sufficient to ensure that the base of the hole or cavity created for the swim spa has a dry stable compacted level base and proper drainage Climates where freeze thaw occurs it is necessary that a poured level reinforced concrete base complete with concrete footings be installed as outlined in the section ABOVE GROUND INSTALLATIONS Areas with a high ground water table a level concrete base as well as a concrete or wood retaining wall to hold back the earth is recommended This forms a box or bunker in which the hot tub is placed ALWAYS ensure that
22. T OF METAL SURFACES IF EACH METAL SURFACE IS PERMANENTLY CON NECTED BY A MINIMUM 8 AWG 8 4 mm2 SOLID COPPER CONDUCTOR TO THE WIRE CONNECTOR ON THE TERMINAL BOX THAT IS PROVIDED FOR THIS PURPOSE 4 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT PERMIT ANY APPLIANCE SUCH AS A LIGHT TELEPHONE RADIO OR TELEVI SION WITHIN 1 5M 5FT OF THE SPA HYPERTHERMIA Since your hot tub can be set to reach temperatures of 40 104 F users should be aware that extended submersion in water that exceeds normal body temperature can lead to hyperthermia THE USE OF ALCOHOL DRUGS OR MEDICATION CAN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE THE RISK OF FATAL HYPERTHERMIA The causes symptoms and effects of hyperthermia may be de scribed as follows Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches several degrees above the normal body temperature of 37 C 98 6 F The symptoms of hyperthermia include drowsiness lethargy and an increase in the internal temperature of the body The effects of hyperthermia in clude e Unawareness of impending hazard e Failure to perceive heat e Failure to recognize the need to exit the hot tub e Physical inability to exit the hot tub e Fetal damage in pregnant woman e Unconsciousness resulting in the danger of drowning If you sense any of the symptoms of hyperthermia safely NEVER ALLOW DIVING OR JUMPING exit the hot tub immediately IN YOUR SWIM SPA HYDROPOOL g oti CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCA
23. TION Your Hydropool swim spa can be installed indoors or out on the ground in the ground or half and half The following information will assist you in choosing the right location for your individual needs When making your decision al ways remember that swim spas can be enjoyed year round indoors or out regardless of the climate Many Hydropool owners report that their favourite time to use a swim spa is in the cooler fall and winter months while others praise the enjoyment of using their swim spa in the warmer spring and summer months INDOOR LOCATIONS If members of your family are not cold weather enthusiasts or if your backyard or patio area is not suitable for a swim spa in stallation then an indoor location for your swim spa may be your best or only choice You may wish to create an exercise spa area in your home or install your swim spa in a glass solarium or four season room adjoining your home Indoor installations not only add a unique look and appeal to your home they provide the privacy and controlled climate to ensure that use and enjoyment of your swim spa is maximized If you should choose an indoor location you will find further information as outlined in the section SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR INDOOR INSTALLATIONS OUTDOOR LOCATIONS For a variety of reasons outdoor locations are a far more popular choice Some of the reasons include e Limited indoor space e Delivery complications due to door openings stairwells e
24. and pinching as the lid is installed and significantly increase longevity of the o ring 14 Install the filter lock ring turning clockwise until the lock tab snaps into place 15 Close the air vent bleeder valve 16 Take the system out of STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode 17 When the pump starts circulating on low speed it will be necessary to release trapped air in the filter Carefully loosen the air vent bleeder valve counter clockwise until there is the hissing sound of air escaping Once there is a steady stream of water close the vent valve ensuring that the o ring does not become pinched 36 LOCKING rrr RING T TID AIR VENT VALVE FILTER LID BUILT IN CHEMICAL DISPENSER CARTRIDGE FILTER ELEMENT FILTER HOUSING CLEANING THE ACRYLIC SURFACE The acrylic surface can be cleaned and polished using a soft cloth and acrylic cleaner available at your Hydropool retailer Important Do not use detergents the remaining residues will adversely affect water chemistry making it difficult to maintain proper water balance e Do Not use abrasive cleaners damage to the acrylic surface will occur SAFETY HARD COVER When swim spa is uncovered over 90 of heat is lost from the water surface This evaporation also affects the chemical balance and could create humidity problems indoors HY DROPOOL Safety Hard Covers are engineered for maximum thermal efficiency and appearance They are hinged in the middle
25. ars In order to maintain the translucent finish and to enhance the wood grain beauty staining must be performed on a regular basis These protective finishes stabilize the wood grain and build a durable breathable water repellent barrier between the wood surface and the elements These products are available from your local building supply center 39 HYDROPOOL WINTERIZING YOUR HYDROPOOL SWIM SPA In the event that you do not wish to use your swim spa year round it is very important that you properly winterize to pro tect against damage from freezing Your Hydropool retailer can perform this service for a nominal fee If you choose to winterize your swim spa yourself please follow the direc tions outlined below Drain the hot tub entirely see section DRAINING YOUR SWIM SPA e Remove and clean the cartridge filter element see section CARTRIDGE FILTER Using a wet dry utility vacuum remove remaining water from the jet openings filter cartridge housing and footwell Either pour or use a turkey baster where necessary to add potable biodegradable RV antifreeze to areas such as pump wet end jet channels filter housing blower channels DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE ANTIFREEZE Important mixing potable biodegradable RV antifreeze with water significantly reduces its ability to protect against freezing Therefore it is very important ALL water is re moved from the swim spa plumbing before adding Add potable RV antifreeze
26. ational Electrical Code or the Canadian Electrical Code and all Federal State Provincial and local codes and regula tions in effect at the time of installation Hydropool highly recommends the use of a new Siemens breaker for all of its products Other GFCI s and older Siemen s GFCI s may have tripping is sues 240 VOLT AQUASPORT SINGLE GFCI WIRING MASTER ONLY 240 VOLT SWIMSPA SINGLE GFCI WIRING MASTER SLAVE HEATER 240 VOLT SWIMSPA DUAL GFCI WIRING MASTER SLAVE HEATER 15 HYDROPOOL self cleaning hot tubs EUROPE R C D INSTALLATION TYPICAL Important Note Installation of the R C D Circuit Breaker including ampere sizing and selection of conductor size and type must be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with National Regional and Local Codes and Regulations in effect at the time of installation Main electrica bos FCD b 230 VOLT SINGLE PHASE RCD WIRING Main electrical box RCD box SEZ 230 VOLT DUAL PHASE RCD WIRING Ep20 230 VOLT THREE PHASE RCD WIRING 16 HYDROPOOL ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL WATERFALL PILLOWS 19FX ONLY OPTIONAL DREAM SCENTS AROMATHERAPY SYSTEM The adjustable Waterfall Jet helps release the body s natu Operational Instructions ral endorphins that act as a natural pain suppressor and This exclusive aromatherapy system is independent from the help to relieve stress headaches and pain Simply activate Hydroflex Air The
27. atter in the water calcium carbonates bicar bonates magnesium metallic compounds etc 15 SEQUESTERANTS STAIN AND SCALE CONTROLLERS keeps dissolved metals and minerals in the water from attacking the hot tub shell and support equipment components 16 DEFOAMER removes foam build up from the water surface At best this is a temporary remedy as excessive foam is merely a symptom of improper water balance typically high organic residue and or high pH 17 CARTRIDGE FILTER CLEANER degreases and cleans cartridge filters 18 OZONATOR generates Ozone a gaseous molecule composed of 3 atoms of oxygen and is injected into the hot tub water for the oxidation of water contaminants 19 TEST KIT used to monitor specific chemical residual or demands in the water May be in the form of litmus strips or liquid drops 20 PPM abbreviation for parts per million the unit of measurement used in chemical testing which indicates the parts by weight in relation to one million parts by weight of water Essentially identical to the term mg L milligrams per liter WATER BALANCE SUMMARY FOR YOUR SWIM SPA SANITIZER ppm IDEAL Chlorine 3 0 5 0 Bromine 3 0 5 0 CHEMICAL PH 7 4 7 6 7 8 Total Alkalinity TA 80 120 180 Calcium Hardness 200 400 500 1000 National Spa amp Pool Institute recommended levels for residential spas hot tubs 33 HYDROPOOL WATER BALANCE TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
28. but still designed in a manner to ensure ade quate ventilation HYDROPOOL SITE PREPARATION f ABOVE GROUND INSTALLATIONS Where the swim spa is a stand alone above ground installa tion to be installed in regions where freeze thaw conditions may occur a level patio stone or pre formed paver type base may be sufficient if there is no abutting deck s that could be damaged during potential seasonal movement of the ground The potential drawback to this type of base is that splash water could eventually de stabilize the ground under the base with the resultant shift of the support base causing damage to the swim spa structure For best results we recommend the installation of a level concrete pad Dig out and level the ground 20 30 cm 8 12 in below your desired base level Install 10 15 cm 4 6 in of crushed stone e Next install 10 15 cm 4 6 in of poured concrete Level the concrete and apply a broom type finish We recommend that the pad be made 15 cm 6 in larger than the hot tub on three sides and 1 m 3 ft larger on the side where the access steps and or planters will be installed e Hot tub swimspa must be installed on a level pad In regions where freeze thaw occurs or where there will be custom decking abutting the swim spa we recommend the installation of poured concrete footings extending below the frost line beneath the pad to prevent the possibility of future shifting F
29. cm 2 gt i in and the hex nut on the threaded post under the swim spa m lip down about 5 1 cm 2 in Finger tighten until the leg is secure Loosen the hex nuts on the hori zontal rod so that the leg is level and tighten until the leg is secure DO NOT OVER EXTEND THE STEEL SUPPORT LEGS AND OR SUSPEND SHELL ABOVE THE FLOOR AS THIS WILL CAUSE STRUCTURAL DAMAGE AND VOID WARRANTY 5 After the swim spa is filled with water the legs can now be adjusted as necessary from either the top or bottom with a wrench to ensure that the walls are straight and level While the swim spa is filling it may be necessary to adjust the steel support legs while filling with water Should the unit bow outward lengthen the steel support leg by turning the top nut counter clockwise on the bottom foot Should the shell bow inward shorten the steel support leg by turning the top nut clockwise Be careful to only adjust the nut 1 4 or 1 2 a turn at any one time Do not extend the leg length too much as this may cause deformation on the top flange Adjustments may be necessary on more than one leg 12 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY NON CABINET MODELS ONLY Position equipment platform next to the swim spa under the swim jets Do not remove support equipment from platform All necessary o rings are bundled and shipped in the accessories bag Carefully install o rings into unions and hand tighten all connections Ensure that o rings are pr
30. equipment platform Ensure that access to the equipment and the working area around the equipment is large enough to accommodate a service person e The equipment should be located as close to the swim spa as possible to maximize jet performance Whenever possible install the pump s and control with heater below water level to ensure easy priming and maximize performance e Install protective waterproof conduit to house applicable cords or line extensions such as the topside control cables light wires or ozone tubing In climates where freeze thaw occurs we recommend that remote plumbing lines be buried below the frost line and that pipe insulation is applied over all pipes that run from the swim spa to the remote equipment to help maintain energy effi ciency EQUIPMENT PLACEMENT e The equipment should be located as close to the swim spa as possible to maximize jet performance Whenever possible install the pump s and control with heater below water level to ensure easy priming Piping diameter on pump lines must be 2 5 in for inlet suction pipes and 2 in for outlet pressure pipes with minimal use of elbows Install protective waterproof conduit to house applicable cords or line extensions such as the topside control cables light wires or ozone tubing The swim spa equipment is designed for indoor out of the direct elements use Your custom enclosure or other structure must be designed to provide protection for the swim spa s
31. for easier handling and the zip fastener allows the tapered foam inserts to be changed if damaged The skirt of the safety hard cover hugs the lip of the swim spa for a tight fit The handles are placed so that even one person can eas ily carry a large cover The locks with one part fastened to the deck or skirt prevent small children or animals from en tering the swim spa Do not drag the safety hard cover across the swim spa or decking Fold the cover first then lift by the handles Standing on the hardcover could cause the tapered foam inserts to crack which will lead to water absorption NEVER LEAN OR STAND ON YOUR HARDCOVER The cover should be cleaned at least twice a year with a vinyl moisturizer and protector HYDROPOOL CHANGING THE SWIM SPA WATER The water in your swim spa must be carefully monitored and drained regularly as required depending on size and amount of use Draining at least once annually is strongly recommended and offers the opportunity for inspection of jets and suction fitting covers If your swim spa is used daily or by a large number of bathers the water should be drained more often One method to determine the approximate length of time between water changes is to divide the water volume in litres of you swim spa by 13 5 and then devide by the average number of bathers each day Formula 135 2 Volume of water Average daily Days in litres bathers between water changes EXAMPLE 1000 l
32. g agent 7 Inspect union connections for o ring and gasket leaks Tighten if loose 8 Clean stainless steel controls as indicated on page 29 MONTHLY Soak your filter cartridge in a filter cartridge cleaning solu tion Rinse thoroughly and if possible allow to dry before re installing Hydropool recommends purchasing a second filter so that while the first is cleaning the other is clean and ready to install QUARTERLY Drain hot tub at least once per quarter and clean the acrylic shell surface with a non abrasive cleaner designed specifi cally for acrylic surfaces See sections CHANGING THE HOT TUB WATER and DRAINING YOUR SWIM SPA 35 CLEANING THE SKIMMER BASKET 1 Activate the STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode 2 Remove the skimmer basket by pulling the weir door for ward and pulling the basket up and towards the front 3 Remove debris from basket Note Avoid hitting the basket against objects to knock debris loose as this may damage the unit 4 Reinsert basket 5 Take the system out of STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode and as the pump begins to operate monitor water flow over the weir door to assure that it is free floating HYDROPOOL CARTRIDGE FILTER The cartridge should be cleaned every two to four weeks depending on the amount of use Signs that the filter requires cleaning include e Reduced jet power e Hazy gray water e Rattling noise in the pump or filter Heater not working REMOVAL 1 Activate the STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST
33. he minutes A final press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will program the time and continue on to program the filter cycle and economy To program the filter cycles you must enter the duration of the cycle and frequency of the cycle During a filter cycle the pumps run for one min ute to purge the plumbing and then the filtration pump runs for the remaining duration of the filter cycle PROGRAMMING THE FILTER CYCLE After you have successfully set the time of day you will continue on to program the filter cycle You must press and hold the FILTER PROGRAM key for 5 seconds The display will show the time of day with the hours flashing A press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will then flash the minutes A press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will dis play FS filter start time Use the temperature UP and DN keys to select the start time A press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will display FD filter duration Use the temperature UP and DN keys to select the duration 0 24 hrs A press of the FILTER key will display FF filter fre quency Use the temperature UP and DN keys to set the frequency 1 2 A final press of the FILTER PROGRAM key will program the filter cycles and continue on to pro gram the economy mode operation 25 ECONOMY MODE Economy Mode allows you to set the water temperature back 20 F 10 C 1 during the programmed times of the day for automatic operation or for as long as the system is set by using the
34. ile in this mode the heater circuit is disabled to allow the priming process to be completed without the possibility of energizing the heater element during low flow or no flow conditions The system will not automatically activate any of the functions however by pushing the pad on the topside control the pump can be manually activated to facilitate priming Definition Priming a pump is a term used to describe the process in which air trapped in the plumbing and pump wet end referred to as an air lock is released allowing the pump to move water efficiently through the plumbing system and to the jets 22 Mf HYDROPOOL L the self 3 eoar eng ap TEMPERATURE CONTROL FUNCTIONALITY AND ADJUSTMENT After you manually exit or the system automatically exits Priming Mode your hot tub will automatically heat to the fac tory preset default temperature of 38 C 100 F The topside panel will briefly show the default temperature and then the display will show F and time 12 00 pm Note that the water temperature is not yet displayed as the system requires approximately 2 minutes of water flow through the heater to determine temperature After 2 minutes the display will show the current measured water tempera ture Press the keypad to increase the temperature to the desired setting The heat indicator light on the topside panel will turn on indicating that the display shows the desired temperature N
35. ire the use of a crane When a crane is used for lifting place the straps under the swim spa ensur ing that the plumbing lines and fittings are not stressed and or damaged The straps should be secured so that they will not slip in any direction and strap spreaders utilized to prevent undue structural side load on the swim spa shell Hydropool swim spas require a minimum clearance of 249 x 143 cm 98 x 56 in to allow movement of the unit through al ley ways fence openings etc Where this is not possible the use of a crane with strap spreaders to lift the swim spa from the truck or trailer over the house to the patio or yard is often the most viable option e Do not move or place the swim spa on the side Never lift or handle the swim spa by the plumbing e Make sure that there is sufficient assistance to gently slide the swim spa off the dolly or cart to the sup port base without any damage Important Note Damage caused during transportation or by improper handling is not covered by the factory warranty Crane amp Strap Spreader 10 EA HYDROPOOL d Serenity LEVELING YOUR HYDROPOOL SWIM SPA After the swim spa is properly positioned on the support base the entire unit should be checked and leveled as necessary Should you find that the unit is sloped or the base is otherwise uneven level your swim spa using a 2 3 clear sand bed Make sure to enclose or box in the sand to pre
36. iters divided by 13 5 divided by 2 37 days The swim spa water must be changed when the amount of dissolved solids becomes excessive and is usually indicated by gray or dull looking water DRAINING YOUR SWIM SPA REFER TO FIGURE 1 amp FIGURE 2 1 Locate nearest drain facility Check your local bylaws 2 Put the hot tub control system into STANDBY DRAIN ASSIST mode The system will automatically exit Standby Mode after 1 hour and resume normal operating functions 3 Remove the skimmer basket so that the hole beneath it is accessible and insert the 10 rubber expansion plug provided 4 Attach garden hose to hose bib located on plumbing line beside the hot tub control system Run garden hose to drain location Open hose bib Close filtration pump return gate valve next to the hose bib this directs the water out the drain hose Activate the circ pump Monitor the swim spa while it drains 0 Use the second garden hose to wash down interior sur face as the swim spa continues to drain A sponge may also be used to wipe down the interior surface N Co 37 11 To completely flush the old water from the plumbing lines allow fresh water to fill into the foot well area while the old water continues to be pumped out Always keep at least 10cm 4 in of water in the foot well so that pump 1 re mains primed 12 When the water from the drain hose turns clear indicating fresh fill water flush is complete 13 Turn OFF the
37. l toggle between the OFF mes sage the CLOCK and the water temperature Press either Pump 1 or the Pump 2 key to restart the sys tem before the expiration of the 30 minute delay The spa light will flash a few seconds before the end of the 30 min utes to warn you the system is about to resume its normal operation and the display will then show ON for 3 sec onds Once the OFF mode is enabled a quick press of the Pump 1 key will activate the DRAIN MODE and the filtration pump will turn on and run for 30 minutes If your tub has not been completely drained down you can simply press the Pump 1 button again to continue the cycle A press of any key will disable the OFF and DRAIN mode and resume its normal operation HYDROPOOL SMART WINTER MODE Smart Winter Mode protects your system from the cold by turning the pumps on several times a day to prevent water from freezing in the pipes The Smart Winter Mode indicator turns on when in this mode of operation If the temperature drops to 4 C 39 F within the heater chamber the system automatically activates the pump to provide freeze protection The pump will operate until the temperature reaches 5 C 41 F before returning to nor mal system mode COOL DOWN After heating the spa water to the desired set point the heater is turned off but the filtration pump remains on for a certain amount of time to ensure adequate cooling of the heating element in order to p
38. lease pressure at the desired speed 3 TO CONTROL PULSATION Press 1 Slow Pulsation Cycle LED ON Press 2 Quick Pulsation Cycle LED Flashes Press 3 Pulsation Cycle OFF LED OFF 2d y4 HYDROPOOL JET AND FEATURE OPERATION BVK Ozone Jet Cluster Storm Cluster Storm e Ozone Cluster Jet Hot Water Return Jet Poly Storm Acupressure Jet Poly Storm Multi Massage Jet Thigh Jet JET WATER FLOW ADJUSTMENT Your Hydropool hot tub features adjustable water flow on specific hydrotherapy jets To reduce the flow grasp the outer flange of the jet and turn clockwise approximately a 1 4 turn When it hits the stop the jet is considered closed and flow will be restricted To increase the flow from the closed position turn the jet counterclockwise approximately 1 4 turn When it hits the stop the jet is open and there is maximum jet flow Do not attempt to turn the jet past the stop as this will unclip the jet internal from the socket JET AIR FLOW ADJUSTMENT Your Hydropool hot tub features adjustable airflow on spe cific hydrotherapy jets To stop the flow push the toggle button to the off position When it hits the stop the air is closed and airflow will be restricted To turn on the flow push the toggle button to the on position When it hits the stop the air control is fully opened For maximum operating efficiency the air controls must remain
39. llation of a safety grab rail or reachable support for use 2 Decking should be chosen and constructed in a manner that when entering or exiting the swim spa is recommended minimizes the chance of slipping or falling 7 A nearby garden hose connection is recommended for fill ing and topping up the swim spa 3 If you do not have a factory installed insulated cabinet it is assumed that you are building your own custom cabinet tiling or decking in combination with the leg kit package Please consider the following a Always provide a convenient access door for servicing the The swim spa equipment and all electrical equipment plugs outlets and lights within 1 5m 5ft of the hot tub must be G F C I protected Con sult your electrician or local electrical au c Extra insulation may be added however the equipment thority for further details area must remain unimpeded and have adequate ventila Access to the swim spa must always be secured Outdoors in accordance with local property by laws d Decking should be chosen and constructed in a manner and or via an approved fence with a self closing gate and that minimizes the chance of slipping or falling a safety hardcover b Decking should be constructed to allow future service access around the entire swim spa Indoors by a lockable door and a safety hardcover SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS INDOOR INSTALLATIONS It is beneficial to have the swim spa room
40. loating dispenser As above add 6 or 7 tablets adjust initially to 5 allow water to circulate for 3 to 4 hours then test The tablets will dissolve slowly over a 10 14 day period depending on setting and use of the hot tub 5 Test pH and Total Alkalinity and also adjust accordingly Expose the large Refill hole at the end of the tube and add 5 or 6 tablets Do not overfill dispenser as performance will be affected Turn to expose the largest area and allow water to circulate for 3 to 4 hours before testing level Adjust to lesser area as necessary to maintain a level of 2 4 PPM Sanitizer 32 HYDROPOOL GLOSSARY OF COMMON WATER MAINTENANCE TERMS 1 CHLORINE in granular liquid or puck tablet form is an oxidant and biocidal agent It is very effective and fast acting Recom mended chlorine residual level is 3 0 to 5 0 ppm 2 CHLORAMINES a compound formed when chlorine combines with nitrogen or ammonia present in the water When allowed to go unchecked it causes eye and skin irritation and is indicated by a strong chlorine odor 3 ONE PART BROMINE also available in puck tablet form is another type of oxidant biocidal agent and is introduced into the hot tub water via a brominator Recommended bromine residual level is 3 0 to 5 0 ppm 4 TWO PART BROMINE composed of a liquid or powder component introduced manually into the water on a weekly basis and a granular component that is added daily or as the hot tub is used 5
41. me of installation 3 Connect only to a dedicated circuit protected by a class A two pole ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI 4 Use copper conductors only 5 The hot tub equipment and all electrical plugs outlets and lights within 1 5m 5ft of the unit must be G F C I protected Consult your electrician or local electrical authority for further details 6 A green colored terminal or a terminal marked Q GR Ground or Grounding is located inside the supply termi nal box or compartment To reduce the risk of electric shock this terminal must be connected to the grounding means provided in the electric supply service panel with a continu ous copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying the equipment 7 At least two lugs marked BONDING LUGS are provided on the external surface or on the inside of the supply termi nal box or compartment To reduce the risk of electric shock connect the local common bonding grid in the area of the hot tub to these terminals with an insulated or bare copper con ductor not smaller than No 6 AWG Canada Europe No 8 AWG USA 8 All field installed metal components such as rails ladders drains or other similar hardware within 3 m 10 ft of the hot tub shall be bonded to the equipment grounding bus with copper conductors not smaller than No 6 AWG WIRE SIZE NORTH AMERICA IMPORTANT NOTE This guide is for standard installations where the wire
42. mineral content of swim spa water increases due to water evaporation sanitizers and other chemicals If the mineral con centration particularly calcium becomes too high the minerals will literally drop or precipitate out of the water and deposit on the swim spa walls plumbing jets in the filter and on the heater element elt is very important that pH be checked frequently and main tained in the recommended range as indicated in the chart WATER BALANCE SUMMARY FOR YOUR SWIM SPA t is also very important that Total Alkalinity the ability of the water to resist a change in pH be maintained in the recom mended range as indicated in the chart WATER BALANCE SUMMARY FOR YOUR SWIM SPA Although there may be two identical swim spa models right next door to each other the maintenance requirements will be differ ent dependant on such factors as bather load frequency of use quantity of bathers different body chemistry sun vs shade temperature For these reasons it is very important to develop proper swim spa water maintenance habits and follow your Hydropool re tailer s recommended water maintenance procedures Heater and other component failure due to improperly maintained pH or Total Alkalinity is not covered under warranty CHEMICAL HANDLING SAFETY HINTS e Never pre mix chemicals with each other prior to adding to hot tub water e Add only one chemical to the water at a time o Always
43. mode 2 Remove the filter cover and open the small black air vent bleeder valve on the top of the filter lid 3 Lift the Gray lock tab to disengage and turn the locking ring counter clockwise 4 Pull the filter lid upwards and lift the cartridge element straight up and out of filter housing CLEANING 5 With a garden hose and spray nozzle hose off the cartridge element ensuring to carefully separate every pleat 6 To remove collected lotions body oils etc soak the car tridge in warm water and a filter cleaning emulsifying com pound available at yur HYDROPOOL retailer 7 A cleaning cylinder may be purchased from your HYDRO POOL Hot tub Retailer 8 Rinse thoroughly and dry before replacing 9 Hydropool recommends purchasing a spare filter cartridge so that you always have a clean substitute ready to rotate 10 After the element has dried if necessary lightly brush between pleats with a fine paint brush to remove remain ing dirt particles Do not use a wire brush or other devise to clean cartridge element Do not put in dishwasher or washing ma chine RE INSTALLATION 11 Place the cartridge filter back into the filter housing 12 Replace the filter housing lid pushing it down to seat en suring that the lid o ring does not become twisted 13 Hydropool recommends that the lid o ring be lubricated with a non petroleum based lubricant ie Silicone gel when it becomes dry This will help to prevent twisting
44. ng it difficult to maintain proper water balance If you live in an area with hard or soft water give careful attention to your Calcium Hardness level Topping up with soft water is acceptable HYDROPOOL self cleaning hot tubs FILTER CARTRIDGE CHEMICAL FEEDER OZONATOR PUMP DRAIN HOSE SKIMMER PRE FILTER FLOOR VACUUM THE SELF CLEANING MODE INDICATOR This worry free indicator is located on the topside control display The display will indicate SCLn on the display ensur ing that the Self Clean and Eco Heat Systems are both functioning and reassuring you of your family s safety and pro tection 38 HYDROPOOL CABINET WING LOCKS The high quality wing locks provided on your Hydropool Swim Spa cabinet not only firmly secure the equipment ac cess panel they also serve as convenient handles for re moval and replacement In order to maintain optimum per formance and extended life Hydropool recommends lubri cating twice annually with a silicone based lubricant RECOMMENDED PRODUCT Super Lube silicone based lubricant or equivalent available at major retail ers CAUTION Do not use a petroleum based lubricant as this will cause premature dete rioration of the lock seal LUBRICATION POINT PROTECTING YOUR CABINET WOOD FINISH Some HYDROPOOL swim spa cabinets are made from Western red cedar and are factory stained Once stained cedar weathers well and with proper care will maintain its beauty for many ye
45. o access the filter screen turn large canister section of the assembly counter clockwise till the apparatus separates revealing screen filter Run filter un der tap to clean out any debris and reassemble in reverse JET INSERT REMOVAL amp REPLACEMENT POLY MINI STORM DIRECTIONAL amp TWIN ROTO POWER STORM MASSAGE amp TWIN ROTO TO REMOVE e Turn the jet counter clockwise to unclip amp pull out of socket TO RE INSTALL Push the jet into the socket until it snaps into place ensuring the square pin on the back of the jet lines up with the groove in the socket flange DIVERTER VALVE Your HYDROPOOL hot tub is equipped with a diverter valve It allows you to direct the flow of the water to different zones in your hot tub ALWAYS return the valve handle to the middle position be fore exiting the hot tub OPTIONAL WATERFALL CONTROL 19FX ONLY If your hot tub was ordered with the optional waterfall feature then you will have a waterfall flow control valve The waterfall fea ture was designed to provide a gentle cascade of water into the bathing area of the spa Simply turn the top of the control clock wise for less water flow and counterclockwise for more water flow 29 ADJUSTABLE FLOW CONTROL Aquatrainer ONLY Your Hydropool swim spa is equipped with 1 DIVERTER valve to control and adjust water flow to suit individual user preference The pump 1 P1 DIVERTER valve provides variable water flow adjustment bet
46. operly seated and do not get pinched while connecting the unions as this will result in leaks Union connections are located on the swim spa control heater manifold pipe to pipe connec tions and all pumps AQUASPORT SUPPORT AQUATRAINER SUPPORT EQUIPMENT PLATFORM EQUIPMENT PLATFORM NOTE EQUIPMENT MAY NOT BE EXACTLY AS SHOWN OPTIONAL OZONATOR CONNECTION TOPSIDE CONTROL PANEL CONNECTION The clear 9 5 mm 3 8 in ID ozonator tube is Connect the topside control panel cable located on equip shipped coiled and attached to the back of the ment platform to the master spa pack on the left hand swim jets Attach loose end to barb on ozonator side If you connect to the slave heater pack you will get and ensure that the ozone check valve is oriented an SLA error message and not all functions will work vertically properly LED LIGHT ASSEMBLY The light wire harnesses are bundled amp attached to the control box on the equipment platform One light is located on the riser of the middle step and the other is part of the self clean system located under the swim jets 13 IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY COMES FIRST WHEN INSTALLING amp USING THIS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MUST ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS 2 Electrical installation must be completed by a qualified elec trician in accordance with all National Regional and Local Codes and Regulations in effect at the ti
47. opool Hot Tub General Troubleshooting What to do in the event of Power Fluctuations Cold Weather Power Failure NOTE Product specifications warnings and labels are subject to change without notice This user s manual should be used as a guide only For further information please contact your independent Hydropool dealer 38 39 39 40 41 41 41 HYDROPOOL On behalf of everyone at the company we thank you for your decision to purchase a Hydropool swim spa Recognized for quality worldwide we are confident that your new swim spa will provide you your family and friends with years of enjoyment and fulfill all your hydrotherapy needs Hydropool swim spas are not only healthful and relaxing they can even add value to your home Please take the time to carefully read and understand all the safety installation and operating instructions in this manual before electrically connecting your hot tub and adding water The following pages contain valuable information and pointers that will save you both time and money as well as help you to simplify upkeep and maintenance oince manufacturing our first swim spa in 1995 we have seen the popularity of this mini fitness and massage pool grow by leaps and bounds year after year The minimal space and maintenance requirements of swim spas combined with the year round use potential safety and better swim will ensure the future of swim spas as the pool of the future pr
48. pumps have not primed after 2 minutes and water is not flowing from the jets DO NOT allow the pumps to continue to run Turn power off at the main house panel or GFCI and try releasing the air again by loosening the union on the dis charge side of the pump s while the motor is not running Turn the power back on If the pump s does not prime after 15 seconds sometimes momentarily turning the pump s off and on will help the system to prime note do not do this more than 5 times e Important Under NO circumstances should the pump s be allowed to operate without priming beyond 5 minutes as this may not only cause unwarrantable damage to the pump it may also cause the control system to go into an overheat condition Definition Priming a pump is a term used to describe the process in which air trapped in the plumbing and pump wetend referred to as an air lock is released allowing the pump to move water efficiently through the plumbing system and to the jets HYDROPOOL RELEASING AIR TRAPPED IN FILTER AIR VENT VALVE 2 e When the pump starts circulating it will be necessary to release trapped air in the filter Carefully loosen the air vent valve counter clockwise until there is the hissing sound of air escaping Once there is a steady stream of water close the vent valve ensuring that the o ring does not become pinched e Turn the Hydrotherapy pump s on and re check for leaks The control system
49. r demand is high there is a tendency for the voltage entering your home to drop sometimes significantly or fluctuate This condition is referred to as a brown out Although safeguards have been built into the system to protect against this condition supply voltage may drop low enough if even for a second to cause the system to display a ghost message Should this occur or if the display shows partial messages try resetting the system by turning power to the swim spa waiting a few minutes then turning power on again If this does not reset the system contact your local Hydropool retailer or service organization POWER FAILURE OR SYSTEM FAULT DURING COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS If your control system will not reset ie GFCI trips or if your pump will not circulate for any other reason place a low wattage space heater under the cabinet in the equipment area This will delay the risk of freezing while a service ap pointment is scheduled Always follow the manufacturers instruc tions when locating and placing a port able electric space heater into service Ensure that safe clearance to combusti ble surfaces is maintained Do not leave unattended NOTES 41
50. rapy System and uses liquid scents the hydrotherapy pump from the electronic keypad and ad operate the system is very simple just the on off control to adjust the water flow to your liking 1 To fill begin by opening the cap counterclockwise on the unit and remove There are arrows on the cap to indicate the NOTE When not in use remove the pillows to extend direction in which to turn the cap to open Then fill the reservoir the life of the pillow with your favorite Dreamscents liquid scent or equivalent To replace cap perform the reverse of the above directions 2 Now the system is ready to work just push the button to release the scent into the hot tub and repeat to add more liquid scent as desired please note by turning the button clockwise you can lock it so that any accidental pushing of the button will not result in adding unwanted liquid scent when not desired To unlock turn button counter clockwise FILTER ICE BUCKET LIDS The filter and ice bucket covers provide that finishing touch to your Hydropool swim spa As the covers are identical to each other simply place over either opening for a finished appear ance SAFETY HARDCOVER LOCKS The ASTM approved safety hard cover is sectional and designed to have each piece installed removed separately Simply place the cover pieces on the swim spa connecting each section with the Velcro tabs and pull the straps down so that they are fully extended then release
51. rolong the useful life of the heater The heater icon flashes during this time 26 PURGE CYCLES The purge cycles are programmed to begin at the start of each filter cycle Pump 2 activates for 1 minute shuts off and then Pump 1 activates for 1 minute and then shuts off OPTIONAL OZONATOR The ozonator operates during FILTER CYCLES only and remains off for 30 minutes after usage HYDROPOOL TOPSIDE PANEL DISPLAY MESSAGES Hr An internal hardware error has been detected Prr The Prr error message indicates a problem with the regulation probe The system is constantly verifying if the tem perature probe reading is within its normal limits HL The water temperature at the heater has reached 119 F 48 Do not enter spa water FLO The system did not detect any water flow while the filtration pump was running UPL No low level configuration software has been downloaded into the system AOH The temperature inside the spa skirt is too high causing the internal temperature in the spa pack to increase above the normal limits OH The water temperature in the spa has reached 108 F 42 Do not enter spa water OPTIONAL VARIABLE AIR THERAPY SYSTEM CONTROL FUNCTIONS Press Blower button on main control to activate system 1 ON OFF Press 1 The Blower starts at maximum Speed LED ON Press 2 The blower stops LED OFF 2 TO CONTROL SPEED Press 1 and hold Speed goes up or down LED ON when pressing Re
52. run is 15 m 50 ft or less For longer wire runs consult a quali fied electrician G F C I R C D APPLICATION GUIDE FOR HYDROPOOL SWIM SPA SERIES NORTH AMERICA Aquasport Aquatrainer EUROPE single phase Aquasport Aquatrainer e The minimum wire size for systems that require a 40A GFCI is 8 3 c w ground also referred to as 8 gauge 4 conductor e The minimum wire size for systems that require a 50A GFCI is 8 3 c w ground also referred to as 8 gauge 4 conductor e The minimum wire size for systems that require a 60A GFCI is 6 3 c w ground also referred to as 6 gauge 4 conductor EUROPE Standards for amperage breakers may vary from country to country in the CE controlled area Please consult your local installer for advice on breaker level and wire specifications Some examples are below Breaker of 13A wire must be 1 5 mm2 Breaker of 16A wire must be 2 5 mm2 Breaker of 20A wire must be 4 0 mm2 Breaker of 32A wire must be 6 0 mm2 NOTE Please consult your applicable electrical codes related to the size of conductors as they may vary from what is stated above Take into consideration the length of cable as well and increase as required 14 HYDROPOOL self cleaning hot tubs NORTH AMERICA GFCI INSTALLATION Installation of the GFCI Circuit Breaker including ampere sizing and selection of conductor size and type must be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with the N
53. slightly so that there is approximately 6 mm 1 4 in of slack Mark the position on the cabinet and fasten the receiver clip with the screws provided Always ensure the safety hard cover is in place and locked whenever the swim spa is not being used Failure to do so may cause damage or cracking to the acrylic surface not covered under the warranty LYE OPTIONAL OZONE All Hydropool swim spas are factory prepared to accom modate ozonators 17 HYDROPOOL self cleaning hot tubs AQUACORD TETHER SYSTEM Should you desire a tether resistance swim or excercise simply lift the cap of the Aquacord tether anchor and slip one end of the Aquacord onto the anchor and the other around your waste Adjust the Aquacord length so that your extended arm has at least 46 cm 18 in of clearance from the end of the swim spa NOTE The anchor should be lubricated monthly OPTIONAL SUMMER COVER Keep your swim spa warm and ready for soontaneous usage while conserving energy and staying secure to prevent un wanted debris from entering your swim spa With the additional tether straps you can easily clip it in place to the Aquacord tether system to keep it in place at all times Although if the acrylic surface of your swim spa is to be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time it must be covered or damage will occur SWIM STEPS optional ROWING KIT optional To assist in the entry and exit of the swim spa
54. spa to your list You must add your hot tub to the list in order to configure it and use it with the application Once you tap Ok you will see a list of visible hot tubs Tap on yours and enjoy NOTE Both your hot tub and your iDevice must be in range of your home WiFi System to ensure proper operation 19 in touch Welcome to in touch e 9 9r Pump 1 Pump 2 Pump 2 Lug ower A 88 F Nest erg to SVT HYDRO self cleanin FILLING When adding water for the first time the swim spa should be filled through the skimmer opening helps to prevent air locks using a standard garden hose turning the tap on slowly to prevent damage to the surface by a jerking hose connection Pull up the handles on the intake and return gate valves and clip on the stem locks handles are pulled up when valves are open and pushed down when valves are closed e Ensure the drain hose bib is closed that all jets are open See section JET amp FEATURE OPERATION Fill the swim spa to the recommended level as indi cated by the MIN and MAX marks on the weir door of the skimmer opening 20 POOL a nor 1 FILLING CHECKING AND STARTING YOUR SWIM SPA CHECKING Although your swim spa was thoroughly water tested in the factory some loosening of fittings can occur during shipping Before any decking tiling or carpeting is completed around
55. stem Summer Cover optional Swim Steps optional Rowing Kit optional I Command System optional Filling Checking and Starting your Hot Tub Pump Priming Releasing an Air Lock HYDROPOOL TABLE OF CONTENTS NN Hydropool Control Systems IN XE Spa Pack Series Aquasport Controls Aquatrainer Controls Programming Topside Panel Display Messages Variable Air Therapy System Control Functions Jet and Feature Operation Jet Identification Chart Jet Water Flow Adjustment Jet Air Flow Adjustment Interchanging Jet Inserts Cleaning Stainless Steel Jets amp Controls Cleaning Optional Bellagio Waterfall Jets Optional Bellagio Sequence Filter Removal and Replacement Diverter Valve Waterfall Control optional Adjustable Flow Control Aquaflex Current Control Audio and Docking Station Docking Your Audio Device Optional Speakers Hot Tub Water Balance General Overview Initial Fill Glossary of Common Water Maintenance Terms Water Balance Summary for your Hot Tub chart Water Balance Troubleshooting Routine Hot Tub Maintenance Daily Weekly Monthly Quarterly Cleaning the Skimmer Basket Cartridge Filter Removal Cleaning Re installation Cleaning the Acrylic Surface Safety Hard Cover Changing your Swim Spa Water Draining your Swim Spa Water Hydropool Exclusive Quick Drain and Self Clean Mode Indicator Wood Products Cabinet Wing Locks Protecting your Cabinet Wood Finish Winterizing your Hydr
56. tc e Limited budget indoor installations usually also involve interior home renovations Desire for an outdoor entertainment center e Swim spa is being installed adjacent to an existing or planned swimming pool e Concerns over splashing water inside the home For those who choose an outdoor location swim spa operating temperatures can be adjusted to match the season In colder months many owners will operate their swim spa in the range of 26 32 80 90 F During warmer months an operating temperature of 24 30 75 85 F will provide a refreshing retreat If you should choose an outdoor location you will find further information as outlined in the section SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR OUTDOOR INSTALLATIONS HYDROPOOL GENERAL INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS 1 Ensure that your Hydropool Swim Spa is properly supported 4 Never suspend the swim spa from a deck or cabinet as by either a level concrete pad or a properly constructed personal injury and or unwarrantable product damage may deck capable of supporting 1220 kg m 250 Ibs ft If there Occur is a possibility that the pad could shift by freezing thawing ground movement such as in clay regions and or areas with high water tables concrete footings extending below the frost line are recommended 5 The swim spa equipment and all electrical plugs outlets and lights within 1 5m 5ft of the pool must be GFCI pro tected Consult your electrician for further details 6 Insta
57. to the holes in the bottom suc tion drain to prevent any trapped water in the false floor from freezing and damaging the swim spa shell e Turn pump on for only a few seconds to circulate the anti freeze e Unthread and disconnect all unions in the support equip ment area Remove lowest winter drain plug on pump face plate Repeat for all pumps where applicable Cover exposed plumbing connections with plastic bags and duct tape Where practical disconnect swim spa support equipment and store in a dry heated area Install the safety hardcover and cover the entire swim spa with a tarp to prevent premature weathering of the cabinet and the safety hard cover e Remove snow build up regularly to prevent damage to the safety hard cover It is assumed that your Hydropool swim spa has been properly installed on a reinforced concrete pad to eliminate lifting of the swim spa due to hydrostatic ground water pressure If you are not 100 confident that your swim spa is properly winter ized please consult your author ized HYDROPOOL Swim Spa Re tailer Caution recommends that an authorized Hydropool Retailer win terize your swim spa in the initial year Damage as a result of freez ing is not covered by the warranty HYDROPOOL GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF POWER FLUCTUATIONS The power supply into your home is for the most part fairly consistent However when local powe
58. upport equipment from rain snow splash water etc but still designed in a manner to ensure adequate ventilation All field installed plumbing must meet minimum sizes as previously outlined in order to conform to regulated standards regarding safe inlet and outlet flows If required please call your dealer for more detailed drawings 9 UNLOADING HANDLING YOUR SWIM SPA All Hydropool swim spas are shipped with a layer of protective foam wrap and plastic film Each swim spa is shipped from the factory strapped onto a wood skid If your swim spa is to be delivered by your local Hydropool retailer it will generally arrive on a flat bed truck or low profile trailer Typically the dealer will arrive with the necessary equipment to maneuver the swim spa from the truck For direct deliveries your swim spa may arrive on a 48 ft or 53 ft common carrier closed box trailer It may be necessary to arrange with a local towing company for a tilt and load flatbed truck with a winch system to pull the unit from the box trailer to the flatbed The swim spa can then be gently slid off the flatbed truck or lifted by a crane into place Your swim spa may be pushed along rollers by 10 to 12 able bodied adults see image below trailered or craned to its final installation site If rollers are to be utilized we recommend that at least six 4 pipes 8 long be placed under the shell to move it across a soft lawn down a path etc Some installations requ
59. vent erosion This will ensure contact with the entire support base to appro priately distribute the weight of the swim spa structure Do not adjust shim under the outside edge as this will cause struc tural stress on the unit potentially causing damage to the swim spa structure SET UP amp ASSEMBLY Set up of your swim spa will vary depending on whether you have purchased an Aquatrainer or Aquasport model Once your swim spa is set into place you are ready to install the steel support legs and connect the equipment package STEEL SUPPORT LEG ASSEMBLY Finger tighten the steel support legs before adding water to the swim spa Do not adjust the steel support legs until water is added to the swim spa STEEL SUPPORT LEG ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW SIDE STEP FOOTWELL 141X MODEL 8 1 14FX MODEL 8 1 17FX MODEL 10 1 19FX MODEL 10 1 1 1 Threaded post protrudes below swim spa lip 2 Foot Assembly includes foot plate amp two hex nuts 3 Hex Nut Assembly 4 Square support leg 11 Nf HYDROPOOL CERT EAT 1 Thread one hex nut all the way up to the top of the threaded posts attached under the lip 2 Thread two hex nuts down to within 2 5 cm 1 in of bot tom of foot plate 3 Slide the foot plate assembly onto one end of the square support leg then slide the leg onto the threaded post under the swim spa lip TEI 4 Bring the two hex e nuts on the foot plate E up about 5 1
60. ween the lower centre swim jet providing added buoyancy and variable swim re sistance and the hydrotherapy jets on the bucket seats or a combination of both AIR CONTROLS WATER FLOW PUMP 1 ATER FLOW PUMP 3 WATER FLOW PUMP 2 aM JETS 30 AQUAFLEX CURRENT CONTROL Aquatrainers only This system allows for the swimmer to vary the flow of water and adjust the swim intensity of the jets Allows quick adjust ment to level of fitness the swimmer is accustomed to from Novice to Triathlete This option has keypads near the swim end so that they can easily adjust their swim without having to go back to the main keypad area and eliminates the need for manual diverters NOTE You should always start from a full on or full off position to ensure you have consistent water flow Fail ure to do so may unbalance the system requiring it to be recalibrated HYDROPOOL OPTIONAL AUDIO AND DOCKING STATION OPTIONAL AUDIO AND DOCKING STATION DOCKING YOUR AUDIO DEVICE The Docking Station is compatible with all alternate audio sources such as IPOD USB and players To install any audio device 1 Locate and open the Docking Station door by gently pulling upward on the handle 2 Remove the connector cover prior to plugging in your audio source Always keep the cover on when the docking station is not in use 3 Center the device over the Docking Station Adaptor and connect 4 Close the Docking Station door once you have begun
61. y water as it breaks down in the filter maple leaves especially Generally using defoamer to break up the contaminants then a clarifier To help filter them away followed by thor oughly cleaning your filter will clear up the problem It may however be necessary to drain and refill your spa if the foaming is quite excessive Test calcium hardness and if necessary increase with calciumchloride Test total alkalinity levels and if necessary increase with sodium bicarbonate Treat with chelating or sequestering agent Unstable pH Low Total Alkalinity levels Test total alkalinity levels and if necessary increase with sodium bicarbonate pH resistant to changing High Total Alkalinity levels Test total alkalinity levels and if necessary decrease with sodium bisulfate or muriatic acid Contact your local Hydropool retailer for specific product recommendation 34 HYDROPOOL self cl ning nor Turn ROUTINE SWIM SPA MAINTENANCE REVIEW CHEMICAL HANDLING SAFETY HINTS DAILY 1 Test water and if necessary add shock 2 Ensure proper water level is maintained WEEKLY 1 Test pH and Alkalinity Adjust accordingly 2 lop up chemical dispenser 3 Add sequesterant stain and scale controller 4 Remove and spray cartridge filter with garden hose and re install see section CARTRIDGE FILTER 5 Remove and clean out skimmer basket see section CLEANING THE SKIMMER BASKET 6 Add Shock oxidizin

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