2012 serenity owners manual
Contents
1. aD OPOOL we HYDROPOOL SERENITY NOT TUDS Hydropool Inc Tel 905 565 6810 Toll Free 1 800 465 2933 Fax 905 565 6820 Email info hydropoolhottubs com www hydropoolhottubs com BJAB HYDROPOOL TABLE OF CONTENTS 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 Leveling your Hydropool Hot Tub Equipment Accessibility amp Protection Unloading Handling Your Hot Tub 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 Safety Hardcover Locks Cover Remover optional Dream Scents Aromatherapy System Filling Checking and Starting your Hot Tub Pump Priming Releasing an Air Lock Hydropool Serenity Control Systems North America Europe All Series Topside Control Panel Display Messages ARA Ooo QI o 15 19 15 17 18 19 Jet and Feature Operation Jet Identification Chart Flow Adjustment Removal and Replacement Diverter valve Water Feature Control Audio and MP3 Docking Station Docking your audio MP32. Locate the hot tub where practical within close distance of a door to the house to maximize potential winter use Ensure that all hot tub support equipment is easily accessible and protected from the elements f possible locate the hot tub where you will enjoy some privacy out of the site of neighbours If this is not possible a partial privacy or wind partition or proper placement of the optional Hydropool cover lifter should provide adequate pri vacy The hot tub support equipment is designed for indoor out of the direct elements use When your HYDROPOOL hot tub is equipped with a factory installed cabinet and installed as per the guidelines of this manual the equipment will be ade quately protected If the hot tub is shipped without a cabinet your custom cabinet or other structure must be designed to supply protection for the hot tub support equipment from rain snow splash water etc but still designed in a manner to ensure adequate ventilation HYDROPOOL SITE PREPARATION ABOVE GROUND INSTALLATIONS Where the hot tub is a stand alone above ground installation 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 dam aged 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 th
3. 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 Changing your Hot Tub Water Water Softeners Each Time Before Filling the Spa Cleaning the Acrylic Surface Safety Hard Cover Wood Products Cabinet Wing Locks Protecting your Cabinet Wood Finish Winterizing your Hydropool Hot Tub General Troubleshooting What to do in the event of Power Fluctuations Cold Weather Power Failure 20 22 20 20 21 21 22 22 23 25 23 24 24 25 26 28 26 26 27 27 27 28 28 28 29 29 29 30 31 32 32 e a s L e HYDROPOOL On behalf of everyone at the company we thank you for your decision to purchase a Hydropool hot tub Hecognized for quality worldwide we are confident that your new hot tub will provide you your family and friends with years of enjoyment and fulfill all your hydrotherapy needs Hydropool hot tubs 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 informa
4. Overheat Spa has shut down One of the sensors has de tected that the spa water is 44 5 C 112 F DO NOT ENTER WATER Remove cover and allow water to cool At 42 C 107 F the system should automatically reset If system does not reset shut off power and call your dealer POSSIBLE CAUSES OF OVERHEATING e filter cycle too long or overlapping pump running for extended periods of time e isolation gate valves partially closed e extremely hot weather high ambient temperatures defective sensor wire ICE FREEZE COND Potential freeze condition detected Pumps and blower will automatically activate when temperature drops to 4 C 39 F regardless of operation mode Prr Indicates high limit or water temperature sensor is non functional 18 SnA SENSOR A SERVICE RQD Spa has shut down sensor plugged into Sensor A port not working SnB SENSOR B SERVICE RQD Spa has shut down sensor plugged into Sensor B port notworking SnS SENSOR SYNC Sensors are out of balance If topside display alternates between temperature and SNS then occurrence may be tem porary and will correct itself The spa shuts down completely when the SNS message is flashing on the display HFL HTR FLOW LOW A substantial difference in temperature between the sensors has been detected this could indicate a flow problem Check water level in spa and add if necessary If water level is okay make sure that pumps are primed and
5. The factory default is 4 hours per filter cycle Press TEMP PROGRAMMING FILTER CYCLES To change the factory default filter cycle settings Press LIGHT repeatedly until MODE appears ki In MODE TEMP button toggles between SET At the main screen begin by pressing TEMP READY and SET REST Choose SET READY or SET REST then press n Press LIGHT repeatedly until FLTR appears KT TS i d LIGHT to set and exit pon Press TEMP to advance to the beginning of the C time setting process for filtration F1 or F2 TEMP advances to the first screen to change the SETTING THE CLOCK time for F1 or F2 BEGN will appear At the main screen begin by pressing TEMP The hour will flash Press TEMP to change the hour Press LIGHT repeatedly until TIME appears Press LIGHT to advance to minutes Press TEMP at TIME HRS begin to flash Press TEMP to change the minutes Press TEMP keys to change hours Press LIGHT minutes begin to flash Press TEMP keys to change minutes Press LIGHT to exit 16 LT F amp W f w _ it 1 ia HYDROPOOL HOLD MODE STANDBY The HOLD standby feature stops the system from operating automatically allowing for convenient filter cartridge removal and replacement The following pads must be pressed Press TEMP to desired hold temperature Press LIGHT repeatedly to HOLD Press TEMP to count down The system will automatically exits HOLD Standby Mode after 1 hour and r
6. a deck or floor by the outer acrylic edge as this will lead to product damage and or serious personal injury M FACTORY INSTALLED J PLUMEING E POURED 4 SLAB LEVELING YOUR HYDROPOOL HOT TUB After the hot tub is properly positioned on the support base the entire unit should be checked with a level and shimmed as necessary Should you find that the support base is sloped or otherwise uneven level your hot tub using TAPERED wood shims where necessary ensuring that the tapered end extends at least 61 cm 24 in under the unit This will insure contact with the support substructure to appro priately distribute the weight of the unit Do not just shim under the cabinet base outside edge as this will cause structural stress on the unit potentially causing unwarrantable damage to the hot tub structure and or shell 2 m Qm 1 F sasa ar HYDROPOOL serenity EQUIPMENT ACCESSIBILITY AND 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 The standard Hydropool hot tub has the equipment installed inside the protective cedar cabinet e When your hot tub is to be installed above ground the cabi net is designed for both protection and accessibility e When your hot tub is to be installed fully or partially in the ground if you are relocating the equipment remotely from the hot tub or if you have ordered a hot tu
7. 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 Rotate the flange clockwise until it locks in place CHANGING THE HOT TUB WATER A hot tub should be drained every 8 12 weeks depending on size and amount of use If your hot tub 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 liters of your hot tub by 13 5 and then divide by the average number of bathers each day 27 Formula 13 5 Volume Average Days of water daily between in liters bathers water changes EXAMPLE 1000 liters divided by 13 5 divided by 2 37 days The hot tub water must be changed when the amount of dissolved solids becomes excessive and is usually indi cated by gray or dull looking water WATER SOFTENERS Never fill a hot tub with water from a water softener as it could adversely effect the water chemistry making it difficult to maintain proper water balan
8. install any audio source 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 For stand alone unit that do not have a stereo head unit make sure to turn on the switch located inside to power the ampli fier before you begin 5 Close the Docking Station door once you have begun using your device MP3 Player placement in pop out tray MP3 player not included 22 HYDROPOOL HOT TUB WATER BALANCE GENERAL OVERVIEW NOTABLE POINTS The reliability and longevity of your hot tub support equipment are directly related to how well water quality is maintained e The small volume of water in your hot tub is easily affected by the introduction of oils lotions perspiration and chemicals It is imperative that you give your hot tub regular attention to main tain clean safe and balanced water to prevent premature dam age and or failure corrosion calcification to the support equip ment Maintaining proper hot tub water balance and sanitizer levels is extremely important Neglected hot water will allow bacteria to quickly spread he mineral content of hot tub water increases due to water evaporation sanitizers and other chemicals If the mineral con centration particularly calcium becomes too high th
9. 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 E a Qum p HYDROPOOL m og va me spas serenity O RING GASKET AT UNION CONNECTIONS THROUGH THE PUMPUNION RELEASING AN AIR LOCK y rd WINTER DRAIN PLUGS 14 e When the hot tub 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 seconds the pump may require priming due to trapped air referred to as an air lock If the pumps have not self 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 releas ing the air by loosening the union on the discharge side of the pump s while the motor is not running Turn the power back on If the pumps do 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 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 e Turn th
10. is indicating that the system is in PUMP PRIMING MODE This mode will last for 4 minutes before automatically exiting and entering the normal operation mode You can also manually exit PUMP PRIMING MODE by pressing any TEMP button While 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 PUMP PRIMING MODE As soon as RUN PMPS PURG AIR is indicated on the topside panel push the pad to start Pump 1 in low speed then again to switch to high speed to facilitate priming See FILLING CHECKING AND STARTING YOUR HOT TUB for complete instructions on pump priming Once pump priming has been successfully completed press the pad to turn off the pump Next manually exit PRIMING MODE by pressing any TEMP button If you do not manually exit PRIMING MODE it will automatically terminate after 4 minutes Be sure that the pump is primed before exiting this mode SET TIME After
11. open See section JET amp FEATURE OPERATION Fill the hot tub to the recommended level approximately 4 inches above the top of the skimmer opening CHECKING e Although your hot tub was thoroughly water tested in the factory some loosening of fittings can occur during ship ping Before any decking tiling or carpeting is completed around the installation fill and operate your hot tub to test for leaks this ensures easy access and inexpensive cor rection Check all union connections and plumbing for minor leaks In the event of a leak ensure all union con nections and pump plugs are tight and all o rings gaskets are in place STARTING 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 Turn the main power on at your electrical panel Follow the control instructions for your particular model hot tub to put the pump into low speed see section HY DROPOOL 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 RUN PMPS PURG AIR This mode will last for 4 min utes before automatically entering the normal operation mode See complete details for your spa in section HYDROPOOL CONTROL SYSTEMS Definition Priming a pump
12. your own custom cabinet tiling or decking Please consider the following a Your HYDROPOOL Hot Tub is self supporting on its base The cabinet should be decorative only not for sup port Never suspend the hot tub from the deck or cabinet b Where the hot tub is not equipped with a factory installed cabinet it is the installers responsibility to ensure all electrical equipment is weather protected c Always provide adequate access for servicing the support equipment d Decking should be constructed to allow repair access around the entire hot tub e In remote equipment or no cabinet installations you may add extra insulation but the equipment area must have adequate cross flow ventilation 6 Installation of a safety grab rail or reachable support for use when entering or exiting the hot tub is recommended 7 A nearby garden hose connection is recommended for filling and topping up the hot tub The hot tub equipment and all electrical 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 thority for further details Access to the hot tub must always be secured Outdoors in accordance with local property by laws and or via an approved fence with a self closing gate and a safety hardcover Indoors by a lockable door and a safety hardcover SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS INDOOR INSTALLATIONS e When the hot tub is to be instal
13. Do not allow children to submerge their head under water 5 Do not use a hot tub unless all suction guards are installed to prevent body and hair entrapment Do not sit in front of or on top of the suction fittings or skimmer as this will obstruct proper circulation and may result in personal injury 6 Never operate the hot tub pump at high speed without having all suction and return lines open 7 Always keep the hardcover installed and locked when the hot tub is not in use 8 People using medications and or having any adverse medical history should consult a physician before using a hot tub 9 People with infectious diseases should not use a hot tub 10 Exercise caution when entering or exiting a hot tub Where practical install a safety grab bar or handrail Turn off the jets before entering the hot tub to improve visibility of the steps or flat entry area 11 To avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a hot tub 12 Pregnant women should consult a physician before using a hot tub 13 Do not use a hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise 14 Do not permit or use electric appliances such as a light telephone radio or television within 1 5 m 5 ft of this hot tub unless such appliances are rated at 12VDC or less 15 Test the GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter monthly 16 Post emergency phone numbers for Police Fire Dept and Ambulance at the nearest p
14. ONSIDERATIONS FOR INDOOR INSTALLATIONS For those who choose an outdoor location hot tub operat ing temperatures can be adjusted to match the season In colder months many owners will operate their hot tub in the range of 38 40 C 101 104 F During warmer months an operating temperature of 36 37 C 97 99 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 Your HYDROPOOL Hot Tub is a self contained pre plumbed unit so that no on site plumbing connections to the residen tial water supply or drain are required 2 Ensure that your HYDROPOOL Hot Tub is properly sup ported by either a level concrete pad or a properly con structed deck capable of supporting 1220 kg m2 250 Ibs ft 2 If there is a possibility that the pad could shift by freez ing thawing ground movement such as in clay regions and or areas with high water tables concrete footings extending below the frost line are recommended 3 Decking should be chosen and constructed in a manner that minimizes the chance of slipping or falling 4 Level your hot tub using wood shims where necessary en suring that the tapered end extends at least 61 cm 24 in under the unit 5 f you do not have a factory installed insulated cabinet it is assumed that you are building
15. ROUND 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 there is good drainage via a properly designed French drain gravel system and or a sump pump to prevent ground water flooding damage to the support equip ment or hot tub structure 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 supplemen tal service labor charges not covered by the factory warranty Consider easily removable deck materials Make sure the hot tub or swim spa is tested during 48 hours before you prepare the installation of the surrounding finish deck around your hot tub Even though all units are tested in our plant some transport site handling damage can occur and we suggest you make sure the tub is perfectly waterproof be fore finalizing your installation OVERALL SUPPORT Your Hydropool hot tub is equipped with a factory installed load support substructure which distributes the weight of the water over the entire foot area of the hot tub The cabinet either fac tory installed or customized on site should be decorative only and not relied on for overall support Never suspend a hot tub from
16. The ozonator operates during FILTER CYCLES only FREEZE PROTECTION If the temperature sensor detects a drop 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 approximately 5 C 41 F before re turning to normal system mode HYDROPOOL 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 Release 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 TOPSIDE PANEL DISPLAY MESSAGES OHH HTR TEMP LMT OH HL solid Overheat Spa has shut down One of the sensors has de tected 48 C 119 F at the heater DO NOT ENTER WATER Remove cover and allow water to cool Reset system by pressing any topside control panel pad If system does not reset shut off power and call your dealer POSSIBLE CAUSES OF OVERHEATING e filter cycle too long or overlapping pump running for extended periods of time e isolation gate valves partially closed e extremely hot weather high ambient temperatures defective sensor wire OHS SPA TEMP LMT OH HL flashing
17. agent or perform partial drain refill Skin Eye Irritation PUDE pH and or Total Alkalinity lev Test water balance and make the appropriate l If no water line is present you can try using defoamer to SS rom buildup of body oils or cosmetics 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 soaking over night in bleach An oil absorbing sponge can help in preventing this in the future Prevent by running an extra rinse cycle on washing ma chine or re rinse well by hand Laundry detergent residual in swim Some organic matter is prone to causing foamy water as WEAN it breaks down in the filter maple leaves especially Generally using defoamer to break up the contami nants then a clarifier To help filter them away followed by thoroughly cleaning excess organic contaminants your filter will clear up the problem It may however be necessary to drain and refill your spa if the foaming is quite excessive TNNT EE Test calcium hardness and if necessary increase with Ore nen calciumchloride Corrosion Etching low Calcium Hardness and or low Total Test calcium hardness and if necessary increase with Alkalinity calcium chloride Discoloured Water a of metals in water iron Cop Treat with chelating or sequestering agent Clear v turbid water Unstable pH
18. ailer or a qualified electri cian As above contact qualified electrician or your Hydropool retailer See PUMP PRIMING RELEASE AN AIR LOCK Open gate valves Top up water to proper level See CLEANING SKIMMER BASKET e Add water to correct level Check gate valves and or skimmer basket Pull gate valve handle up all the Way Clean amp reinstall Contact your Hydropool retailer Ensure valves are open Top up water level Contact your Hydropool retailer Contact your Hydropool retailer or a qualified electrician Contact qualified electrician Top up water level Thaw out Contact your Hydropool retailer Reset GFCI OFF ON Decrease filter cycle and or add cold water If condition continues contact Hydropool retailer 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 power 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 safe guards 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
19. all gate valves are fully opened LF LOW FLOW Persistent low flow problem displays on the fifth occurrence of an HFL message within a 24 hour period Heater circuit is deactivated but other spa functions continue to operate normally Check water level in spa and add if necessary If water level is okay make sure that pumps are primed and all gate valves are fully opened Press any topside panel pad to reset HYDROPOOL TOPSIDE PANEL DISPLAY MESSAGES CONTINUED Clr HEATER MAY JE 2RY WILL RETEST SHORTLY Inadequate water detected in heater chamber Check water level in spa and add if necessary If water level is okay make sure that pumps are primed and all gate valves are fully opened Press any topside panel pad to reset drj HEATER IRY SERVICE ROJ Inadequate water detected in heater chamber displays on third occurrence of a dr message within a 24 hour period The spa shuts down completely when the DRY message is flashing on the display Check water level in spa and add if necessary If water level is okay make sure that pumps are primed and all gate valves are fully opened Press any top side panel pad to reset RUN PMPS PURG AIR Priming mode occurs when spa is first powered up or when power has been restored after a power interruption Allows for safe priming of the pumps See section Hydropool Serenity Control Systems for complete details essc eio Temperature unknown after the pump has been operati
20. as hot tub water as indicated by the hydro gen ion concentration pH is expressed as a number on a scale of 0 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 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 matter 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
21. b without a cabinet it is necessary that the equipment is installed in an area that is dry protected from the elements has proper venti lation 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 tor equipment or controls e Ensure that access to the equipment and the working area around the equipment is large enough to accommodate a ser vice person UNLOADING HANDLING YOUR HOT TUB All Hydropool hot tubs are shipped with a protective combina tion layer of foam wrap cardboard and plastic film Each hot tub is factory strapped onto a wood skid If your hot tub is to be delivered by your local dealer it will generally arrive on a flat bed truck or low profile trailer Most dealers are equipped with the necessary equipment to maneuver the hot tub from the truck to the dolly or cart that will be used to move your hot tub to the installation location Should your hot tub arrive in a common closed box trailer it may be necessary to arrange with a local towing company for a tilt and load tow truck with a pulley winch system to pull the skid from the larger trailer to the lower profile tow truck flat bed The hot tub can be gently slid off the low profile trailer and positioned on its side on a cart or dolly on its back side only Most Hydropool models require a clearance width of at least 100 cm 39 in to allow movement of
22. by turn ing power to the hot tub off waiting a few minutes then turning power on again If this does not reset the system contact your local Hydropool retailer or service organiza tion 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 32
23. ce 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 HYDR EACH TIME BEFORE FILLING THE SPA 1 Check to be sure that the shut off valve is closed turn handle clockwise until it stops 2 Safety cap is securely in place 3 If the drain valve is facing a wall leave enough space between the valve and wall 6 minimum in order to have enough space to connect a garden hose TO DRAIN THE SPA 1 Turn Power Off Turn the power off at the spa consoles and deactivate disconnect switches at the GFCI plug or load center 2 Locate Spa Drain Valve The spa drain valve is located on the right side of the cabinet 3 Remove Drain Valve Safety Cap Remove the safety drain cap and store for use when refilling your spa Attach a standard garden hose to the drain valve 4 Attach Hose amp Drain With the garden hose attached rotate the end of the drain counterclockwise until it stops turning Pull the drain to wards you and it will begin to drain To stop draining the tub simply reverse the process by pushing the drain in and rotating it clockwise until it will not turn anymore Make sure you do not force the drain in so that it is prop erly aligned p J OPOOL c m amiT s ser eny CLEANING THE ACRYLIC SURFACE The acrylic surface can be cleaned and polished using a soft cloth and acrylic cleaner available at your Hydropool Retail
24. cent 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 12 SAFETY HARDCOVER LOCKS The ASTM approved safety hard cover is designed to open away from the control area however if the hot tub is symmetrical in dimension the cover can be oriented to open in either direction Simply place the cover on the hot tub pull the straps down so that they are fully extended then release 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 hot tub is not being used LJ J a EB k e HYDROPOOL 5pas Serenity FILLING CHECKING AND STARTING YOUR HOT TUB GATE VALVE UNIONS PROPER WATER LEVEL AT SKIMMER OPENING 13 FILLING When adding water for the first time the hot tub 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 handles are pulled up when valves are open and pushed down when valves are closed e Ensure the drain hose bib is closed Ensure that all jets are
25. e base with the resultant shift of the support base causing damage to the hot tub structure For best results we recommend the installation of a level concrete pad e Dig out and level the ground 20 30 cm 8 12 in below your desired base level e 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 e 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 In regions where freeze thaw occurs or where there will be custom decking abutting the hot tub we recommend the instal lation of sono tubes beneath the pad to prevent shifting IN GROUND amp PARTIAL IN GROUND INSTALLATIONS For units being installed fully or partially in the ground the type of support will again vary based on whether or not the tub is being installed in an area with freeze thaw conditions Hydro pool does not recommend back filing full in ground or partial in ground installations Non freezing climates it is sufficient to ensure that the base of the hole or cavity created for the tub has a dry stable com pacted level base and proper drainage e 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 G
26. e minerals will literally drop or precipitate out of the water and deposit on the hot tub walls plumbing jets in the filter and on the heater element t is very important that pH be checked frequently and main tained in the recommended range as indicated in the chart WA TER BALANCE SUMMARY FOR YOUR HOT TUB 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 HOT TUB e Although there may be two identical hot tub 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 hot tub water maintenance habits and follow your Hydropool retailer s recommended water maintenance procedures Heater and other component failure due to improperly maintained pH or Total Alkalinity is not covered under warranty 23 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 e Always 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 flammab
27. e pump onto high speed and re check for leaks The control system will automatically return the pump to low speed 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 HOT TUB WATER BAL ANCE The hot tub will require 8 10 hours to reach the desired temperature Keep insulated safety hard cover on the hot tub and the air controls closed during the entire heat up process HYDROPOOL HYDROPOOL SERENITY SERIES CONTROL SYSTEMS HYDROPCHOL SEHE NITY ib Flu a Wo m 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 this display will appear and the system will show 4 sets of numbers in succession as follows M100 _200 V4 and 240V These numbers represent the current software revision and the system input voltage After the initial software indicators are shown the display will flash LINK This refers to linking the TP600 control panel with the system and is done by pressing any key on the control After this is done the display will show RUN PMPS PURG AIR This display
28. eaner 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 chemical exposure 20 E A f EET HYDROPOOL spas serenity JET INSERT REMOVAL amp REPLACEMENT POLY MINI STORM DIRECTIONAL amp TWIN ROTO POWER TWIN ROTO TO REMOVE e Turn the jet counter clockwise to unclip amp pull out of socket TO RE INSTALL e 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 When your HYDROPOOL hot tub is equipped with a diverter valve it allows you to direct the flow of the water so that it increases the power of the jets on the CAPTAINS CHAIR or on the LOUNGER or a combination of the two Simply turn the valve left or right WATERFALL CONTROL OPTIONAL 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 21 HYDROPOOL AUDIO AND MP3 DOCKING STATION AUDIO AND MP3 DOCKING STATION DOCKING YOUR AUDIO MP3 The Docking Station is compatible with all alternate audio sources such as MP3 players To
29. ent 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 G F C I R C D APPLICATION GUIDE FOR 6 A green colored terminal or a terminal marked G GR HYDROPOOL SERENITY SERIES 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 Gold Series l 7 At least two lugs marked BONDING LUGS are provided on Platinum Series the external surface or on the inside of the supply terminal 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 Allmedel ductor not smaller than No 6 AWG Canada Europe No 8 Moas 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 NORTH AMERICA Special Edition EUROPE WIRE SIZE NORTH AMERICA e The minimum wire size for systems that require a 40A GFCI is 8 3 c w ground also referred to as 8 ga
30. er e Important Do not use detergents the re maining 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 a hot tub is uncovered over 90 of heat is lost from the water surface This evaporation also affects the chemical bal ance and could create humidity problems indoors HYDRO POOL Safety Hard Covers are engineered for maximum ther mal efficiency and appearance They are hinged in the middle for easier handling and the zip fastener allows the tapered foam inserts to be changed if damaged The skirt of the safety hard cover overlaps the lip of the hot tub for a finished fit The handles are placed so that even one person can easily carry a large cover The locks with one part fastened to the deck or skirt prevent small children or animals from entering the hot tub Do not drag the safety hard cover across the hot tub 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 28 T j W r LJ F HYDROPOOL CABINET WING LOCKS The high quality wing locks provided on your Hydropool Hot Tub cabinet not only firmly secure the equip
31. esume normal operating functions Press then the pad the display will flash If the system is heating when HOLD Standby Mode is acti vated the display will flash and the pump will continue to oper ate for 15 seconds to allow the heater to cool off before stopping 17 LOCK RESTRICTING PANEL OPERATION Locking the panel prevents the spa from being used it also prevents unwanted temperature adjustments All automatic functions are still active Locking the Temperature allows jets and other features to be used but the set temperature and other programmed settings cannot be adjusted Press TEMP Press LIGHT repeatedly until LOCK appears Press TEMP Press LIGHT to toggle between TEMP and PANL Press TEMP to toggle ON or OFF Press LIGHT to exit UNLOCK ALLOWING PANEL OPERATION This unlock sequence may be used from any screen that may be displayed on a restricted panel Press TEMP LOCK appears on display Press and hold TEMP while pressing LIGHT twice UNLK will appear on screen and then will exit the menu INVERT Pressing this key will toggle the display so that it is readily visible from inside the spa when you are using it A PURGE CLEAN UP CYCLES When a pump or blower is turned on by a button press a clean up cycle begins 30 minutes after the pump or blower is turned off or times out The pump and ozone generator will run for 20 minutes or more depending on the system OZONATOR OPTIONAL
32. hone 17 Maintain water chemistry balance in accordance with manufacturer s instruction HYPERTHERMIA Since your hot tub can be set to reach temperatures of 40 C 104 F users should be aware that extended submersion in water that exceeds normal body temperature can lead to 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 exit the hot tub immediately THE USE OF ALCOHOL DRUGS OR MEDICATION CAN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE THE RISK OF FATAL HYPERTHERMIA N aem masa i a OPOOL ci J 5 Serenity HYDR CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION Your Hydropool hot tub 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 always
33. ically for acrylic surfaces See sections CHANGING THE HOT TUB WATER and DRAINING YOUR HOT TUB CLEANING THE SKIMMER BASKET 1 Activate the HOLD STANDBY mode 2 Remove the skimmer basket by rotating the top flange and lift up 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 HOLD STANDBY mode and as the pump begins to operate monitor water flow over the weir door to assure that it is free floating 26 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 HOLD STANDBY mode 2 Remove the filter cover and place to the side 3 Rotate the locking flange counter clockwise to disengage 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
34. le 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 hot tub water is circulating and above 20 C 68 F 2 Add a sequesterant stain and scale controller Allow water to circulate for an hour before adding anything else to the hot tub water 3 Add a Shock oxidizing agent 4 Add sanitizing tablets Bromine or Chlorine to the dispenser Built in dispenser if your Hydropool hot tub was ordered with the optional built in bromine chlorine dispenser located under the basket of the cartridge filter housing refer to section CARTRIDGE FILTER for details on removing and re installing the lid Once the filter lid is removed you ll notice a clear 2 5 cm 1 in tube extending from the bottom of the bas ket 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 most number of smaller holes and allow water to circulate for 3 to 4 hours before testing level Adjust to lesser num ber of holes as necessary to maintain a level of 2 4 PPM Sanitizer Floating 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
35. led in a small room under 150 ft2 14 m2 we recommend that large units be fully or par tially submerged in floor so that it does not dominate the room This will also provide greater overhead clearance for entry and exit to and from the hot tub It is beneficial to have the hot tub room located near wash room and shower facilities The hot tub room should have a floor drain to handle splash water a window outside exhaust fan or humidistat controlled exhaust fan for ventilation Where this is not practical the use of indoor outdoor carpeting or a tile floor and the opening of a window while the hot tub cover is removed should be suffi cient You should not have concerns regarding humidity When the hardcover is installed no humidity will escape During use the small amount of humidity released into the room can be removed with the use of a dehumidifier Consider plumbing a water tap and drain location nearby to facilitate draining and top up e Always provide adequate ventilation for the support equip ment 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 appli cable bylaws distance from property lines buildings fenc ing requirements etc If you are doing any excavating contact your local gas electric and cable company to ensure that there are no un derground lines
36. low Total Alkalinity levels Test total alkalinity levels and if necessary increase with sodium bicarbonate pH resistant to chang high Total Alkalinity levels Test total alkalinity levels and if necessary decrease with ing sodium bisulfate or muriatic acid contact your local Hydropool retailer for specific prod uct recommendation r a W y n a HYDROPOOL spas serenity ROUTINE HOT TUB MAINTENACE 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 Top 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 oxidizing agent 7 Inspect union connections for o ring and gasket leaks Tighten if loose 8 Clean stainless steel controls as indicated on page 20 MONTHLY 1 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 de signed specif
37. ment access panel they also serve as convenient handles for removal and replacement In order to maintain optimum performance and extended life Hydropool recommends lubricating 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 HYDROPOOL hot tub cabinets are made from Western ce dar and are factory stained Once stained cedar weathers well and with proper care will maintain its beauty for many years In order to maintain the translucent finish and to en hance 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 be tween the wood surface and the elements These prod ucts are available from your local building supply center 20 w d B f e w HYDROPOOL WINTERIZING YOUR HYDROPOOL HOT TUB In the event that you do not wish to use your hot tub year round it is very important that you properly winterize to pro tect against damage from freezing Your HYDROPOOL re tailer can perform this service for a nominal fee If you choose to winterize your hot tub yourself please follow the directions outlined below Drain
38. ng for 2 minutes the current water temperature will be displayed Temperature not current while in Economy or Sleep mode In either of these modes the pump may be off for hours in between filter cycles To view the current spa water tempera ture either switch to Standard mode or turn on the pump for at least 2 minutes HOLD Stops the control system from operating automatically to al low filter cartridge removal 19 READY System is operating in READY mode See section Hydro pool Serenity Control Systems for complete details REST System is operating in REST mode See section Hydropool Serenity Control Systems for complete details COOL If spa water temperature is more than 7 C 20 F cooler than the set temperature the system will automatically activate the heater to provide freeze protection This is a normal function no corrective action is necessary HYDROPOOL Serenity JET AND FEATURE OPERATION e e eo e e o w m w Ozone Cluster Jet Cluster Storm Cluster Storm Cluster Storm Rifle Mini Storm Galaxy Mini Storm Mini Storm Multi Mini Storm Directional Jet Pulsator Jet Jet Jet Massage Jet Massage Jet Directional Jet e e ei Poly Storm Poly Storm Multi Poly Storm Rifle Power Storm Power Storm Rifle Power Storm Twin Acupressure Jet Massage Jet Jet Resonator Jet Jet Roto Jet INTERCHANGING JET INSERTS A great feature for custom tailoring the jets in your Hydro pool hot tub
39. on the Topside Panel will illuminate The heater will operate until the water temperature reaches the set temperature point after which both the heater and Pump 1 low will auto matically turn off 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 3 seconds Press this pad a second time to increase or decrease the set temperature To change the direction 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 Temperature Ranges High Range can be set between 27 C 80 F and 40 C 104 F in 1 increments Low Range can be set between 10 C 50 F and 37 C 99 F in 1 increments Heater Function The heater operates with pump low speed only and turns off when ever pump high speed or blower is activated of aw F HYDROPOOL PUMP JETS FUNCTION O Press pad to activate pump 1 and Press LIGHT to set the Run Hours pump 1st press turns on low speed P1 only Press TEMP to begin hour change for F1 or F2 2nd press turns on high speed 1st press P2 3rd press turns off pump 2nd press P2 Each TEMP press increments the hours LIGHT press advances to minutes When low speed is already operating the 1st press of the pad put
40. 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 HOT TUB SANITIZER ppm IDEAL Chlorine 3 0 5 0 Bromine 6 0 10 0 CHEMICAL PH 7 4 7 6 7 8 Total Alkalinity TA 80 120 180 Total Dissolved Solids TDS 1000 2000 3000 Calcium Hardness 200 400 500 1000 National Spa amp Pool Institute recommended levels for residential spas hot tubs 24 HYDROPOOL WATER BALANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Cloudy Water microscopic particles too small to filter Test and adjust all water balance elements and add floc Out culent to cause the particles to combine together so they can be filtered out Test these water balance elements and adjust to recom high Total Alkalinity mended parameters high pH levels high Calcium Hardness Scale White Grayish De high Calcium Hardness Test calcium hardness level and treat with sequesting posit
41. remember that hot tubs can be enjoyed year round indoors or out regardless of the climate Many Hydro pool owners report that their favourite time to use a hot tub is in the cooler fall and winter months while others praise the enjoyment of using their hot tub in the warmer spring and summer months INDOOR LOCATIONS If members of your family are not cold weather enthusi asts or if your backyard or patio area is not suitable for a hot tub installation then an indoor location for your hot tub may be your best or only choice You may wish to create an exercise spa area in your home or install your hot tub in a glass solarium or four season room adjoining your home Indoor installations not only add a unique look and appeal 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 stair wells etc e Limited budget indoor installations usually also involve interior home renovations Desire for an outdoor entertainment center Hot tub is being installed adjacent to an existing or planned swimming pool e Concerns over splashing water inside the home to your home they provide the privacy and controlled cli mate to ensure that use and enjoyment of your hot tub is maximized If you should choose an indoor location you will find further information as outlined in the section SPECIAL C
42. rostatic ground water pressure If you are not 10096 confident that your hot tub is properly winterized please consult your authorized HYDROPOOL Hot Tub Retailer Caution recommends that an authorized Hydropool Retailer winterize your hot tub in the initial year Damage as a result of freezing is not covered by the warranty 30 HYDROPOOL GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL SYMPTOM No Power G F C l Trip No Circulation Jet Surge No Heat or Erratic Heat Noisy Motor Digital Top Side No Longer Displays Digital Temperature Display is Erratic or Flashing POSSIBLE REASON S Breaker off at main panel or fuse out Improper wiring Fuse blown in control G F C I tripped Short or ground in system Faulty G F C Pump is not primed air lock Gate valves are closed Water level is too low Skimmer obstructed or closed Water level too low Blockage in plumbing lines Suction gate valve partially closed Cartridge filter requires cleaning Blockage in plumbing line Suction Return valve partially closed Low water level Faulty sensor Damaged or worn bearings Low voltage Low water level Frozen pump Improper connection Electrical brown out Water temperature has exceeded set point 3l ACTION Verify that breaker and or GFCI are on If there is still no power contact your Hydropool ret
43. s the pump directly into high speed Each TEMP press advances the time 15 minutes Low speed starts automatically for 1 minute every 30 min Press LIGHT when finished utes to detect the spa temperature polling and then to heat to the set temperature if needed in READY Mode MODE FUNCTION Ready and Rest only see MODE FUNCTION when a filter cycle iS A combination of keypads is used to change hot tub op activated or when a freeze condition is detected eration to either READY or REST mode PUMP AUTOMATIC TIME OUT READY MODE High speed 15 minutes READY mode will circulate the water every 1 2 hour Low speed 30 minutes using Pump1 Low in order to maintain a constant water temperature heat as needed and refresh the tempera FILTER CYCLES ture display This is known as polling The system is factory programmed with one filter cycle that will run in the evening assuming the time of day is REST MODE properly set when energy rates are lower The filter time REST mode will only allow heating during programmed and duration are programmable A second filter cycle can filter cycles Since polling does not occur the tempera be enabled and programmed as needed ture display may not show a current temperature until the heater pump has been running for a minute or two At the start of each filter cycle Pump 2 if there is one will run briefly to purge its plumbing and maintain good water PROGRAMMING MODE FUNCTION quality
44. the hot tub entirely see section DRAINING YOUR HOT TUB 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 chan nels 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 hot tub plumbing before adding 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 hot tub support equipment and store in a dry heated area Install the safety hardcover and cover the entire hot tub 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 hot tub has been properly installed on a reinforced concrete pad to elimi nate lifting of the hot tub due to hyd
45. the system exits PRIMING MODE it will ask you to SET TIME See the instructions on the following pages NORTH AMERICA EUROPE HYDROPOOL SERENITY ALL SERIES 15 yc Y TEMPERATURE CONTROL FUNCTIONALITY AND ADJUSTMENT After you manually exit or the system automatically exits Priming Mode your hot tub will automatically heat to the factory preset default temperature of 38 C 100 F The top side panel will briefly show the default temperature and then the display will appear as follows 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 This is re ferred to as polling and is indicated on the display by the icon After 2 minutes the display will show the current meas ured water temperature Press the pad to increase the temperature to the desired setting The Heat indicator light on the Topside Panel will shimmer for 90 seconds indicating that the system is not yet heating then will illuminate solidly to indicate that the heater circuit has been energized and the spa water is being heated In Standard Operating Mode the system automatically acti vates Pump 1 low speed every 30 minutes for at least 2 minutes After 2 minutes the spa water temperature is determined At this point if the water temperature is lower than the set tem perature P1 will continue to run and the Heat indicator light
46. the unit on its side through alley ways fence openings etc Where this is not pos sible the use of a crane to lift the hot tub from the truck or trailer over the house to the patio or yard is often a simple and economical option e Do not move or place the hot tub on the side where the equipment is located as damage could occur Never roll or flip the hot tub end over end as the cabinet could be damaged Never lift or handle the hot tub by the plumbing e Make sure that there is sufficient assis tance to gently slide the hot tub off the dolly or cart to the support base without any dam age Important Note Damage caused during transportation or by improper handling is not covered by the factory warranty HYDROPOOL 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 IMPORTANT NOTE 2 Electrical installation must be completed by a qualified elec e This guide is for standard installations where the wire run trician in accordance with all National Regional and Local is 15 m 50 ft or less For longer wire runs consult a quali Codes and Regulations in effect at the time of installation fied electrician 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 equipm
47. tion and pointers that will save you both time and money as well as help you to simplify upkeep and maintenance Since we manufactured our first hot tub in 1985 the Hydropool team has been dedi cated to producing a quality product catering to maximum hydrotherapy comfort en ergy efficiency and ease of operation We are confident that as you become more familiar with the various safety and mainte nance features of your new hot tub you will be satisfied that you made the right deci sion in purchasing a Hydropool hot tub Happy hot tubbing Ra David Jackson 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 WARNINGS 1 Children should NOT use a hot tub without alert adult supervision 2 Children should not enter a hot tub where water temperature exceeds body temperature 37 C 98 6 F 3 Prolonged immersion in water temperatures in excess of 38 C 100 F may be injurious to your health We recommend establishing lower temperatures and shorter use periods for young children and or those users po tentially affected by hot temperatures Always confirm water temperature with an accurate thermometer before entering your hot tub 4
48. to suit your personal hydrotherapy needs JET WATER FLOW ADJUSTMENT Jets of like size and dimension may be interchanged with Your Hydropool hot tub features adjustable water flow on each other for example if you wished to swap a Poly specific hydrotherapy jets To reduce the flow grasp the Storm Directional Jet for a Poly Storm Twin Roto jet or a outer flange of the jet and turn clockwise approximately a Mini Storm Twin Roto jet for a Mini Storm Directional jet 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 All Hydropool hot tubs are shipped from the factory with the jets in the open position JET AIR FLOW ADJUSTMENT Your Hydropool hot tub features adjustable airflow on spe cific hydrotherapy jets To reduce the flow turn the handle on the air control clockwise When it hits the stop the air is closed and airflow will be restricted To increase the flow turn the handle on the air control counter clockwise When it hits the stop the air control is fully opened For maximum operating efficiency the air controls must remain closed when your hot tub is not in use CLEANING STAINLESS STEEL JETS amp CONTROLS Use a Cl
49. uge 4 conductor e The minimum wire size for systems that require a 50A GFCI is 6 3 c w ground also referred to as 6 gauge 4 conductor EUROPE The minimum wire size for European system is 2 5 mm copper wire HYDROPOOL 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 National 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 SIEMENS 240 VOLT TYPICAL Iw AA NOTE THIS The white Neutral wire Y fram the back of the GFCI MUST bet connected 2 an Incoming Line gt Neutral The intemal mechanism cf the GFCI requires mis neutral connection The GPCI will not work lt witnaut R A IN From N8 LINE 2 INPUT s Electric Service Panel LE LINE 1 INPUT MEE EUN or Other l Source GROUND INPUT T e l GROUND TO SPA LOAD 2 To hot tub 120 volts support N LOAD NEUTRAL 240 volts equipment 120 volts F LOAD 1 LEVITON 120 VOLT TYPICAL 1 J29 to J33 Jumper a i a nn 4 Ep HYDROPOOL spas serenity 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 m
50. ust be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with National Regional and Local Codes and Regulations in effect at the time of installation House Breaker Box e e hager COTM 1643586 25A lin 003A amp mmm amp Neutral Ground BROWN Hot BROWN Load BLUE Neutral GREEN YELLOW Ground BROWN Hot BLUE Neutral GREEN YELLOW Ground GREEN YELLOW Ground TO HOT TUB SUPPORT Wi EQUIPEMENT 1 HYDROPOOL spas serenity ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL COVER REMOVER Hydropool offers several different devices to assist in the removal of the safety hard cover Please refer to the in structions supplied with your particular cover remover for installation For further information contact your local Hy dropool retailer YOUR DREAM SCENTS AROMATHERAPY SYSTEM Operational Instructions This exclusive aromatherapy system is independent from the blower and uses liquid scents To operate the system is very simple 1 To fill begin by opening the cap counterclockwise on the unit and remove There are arrows on the cap to indi cate the direction in which to turn the cap to open Then fill the reservoir with your favorite Hydropool liquid scent or equivalent To replace cap perform the reverse of the above direc tions 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 s
51. will dissolve slowly over a 10 14 day period depending on dial setting and use of the hot tub 5 Test pH and Total Alkalinity and adjust accordingly 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 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
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search