Owners Manual - Aqua
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1. Startup Procedures IMPORTANT Your Coyote Spa has been thoroughly tested during the manufacturing process to ensure reliability and long term customer satisfaction Before filling the spa wipe the spa shell clean with a soft rag The following instructions must be read and followed exactly to ensure a successful startup or refill 1 Ensure the electrical connections have been made in accordance with this manual and that the supply cable has not been damaged in any way 2 Ensure all O Rings have been installed into unions and unions have been tightened sufficiently 3 Ensure all ball valves are open and the drain has been closed 4 Fill the spa with water to approximately 4 10cm above the top of the filter bucket with a garden hose 5 Once the spa is filled to the proper level turn the power to the spa on by turning on the RCD breaker in your panel Watch the display on the topside control After power up the display will blink until a key is pressed This feature is to let you know that the set point and other system parameters are at their default settings 6 The jet pump heating system and all internal plumbing will achieve a partial prime as the spa is filled Once the spa is full turn each pump on to complete prime Once the jet system is fully operational as indicated by strong non surging jets priming of the spa is complete Weak or surging jets are an indication of a low water level condition o2. Your choice of a Coyote Spa indicates that you are devoted to excellence The man agement and staff appreciate your patronage At Coyote SpasTM we believe a good foundation is required to build a superior product both in design and philosophy Canadian built with the finest materials and advanced technology Coyote Spas are made to perform wherever you happen to live To safely and effectively utilize your spa we recommend that you take the time to read this manual before you hook up and operate the spa This guide will acquaint you with the operating features hook up procedures and the maintenance and safety procedures ensuring an enjoyable experi ence right from the start If you require additional information please call your local Coyote SpasTM dealer or check our website at www coyotespas com IMPORTANT In most cities and counties permits will be required for the installation of electrical circuits or the construction of exterior surfaces decks and gazebos In addition some communities have adopted residential barrier codes which may require fencing and or self closing gates on the property to prevent unsupervised access to a pool or spa by children under 5 years of age Your Coyote Spa is equipped with a locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346 91 Standard for Safety Covers and as a result is usually ex empt from most barrier requirements As a general practice your local Building Department will inform you of any appl
3. BY A LOCAL BUILDING ELECTRICAL INSPECTION AUTHORITY WE REC OMMEND THE USE OF APPROPRIATE ELECTRICAL CONDUIT FITTINGS AND WIRE FOR ALL CIRCUITS The spa can be wired with one 32 amp 230 volt single circuit two 16 amp circuits or three 16 amp circuits three phase We recommend an electrical subpanel containing appropriate RCD breaker is used to supplv power and protect the spa The grounding conductor must be at least the same gauge as the line conduc tors but not less than 6mm solid copper bond wire is also required Mount the subpanel in the vicinitv of the spa but not closer than five feet awav 1 5m in accordance with all local codes A qualified electrician must install the electrical circuit 1 This hot tub must be permanentiv connected hard wired to the power supply No plug in connections or extension cords are to be used in conjunction with the operation of this hot tub Supplving power to the hot tub which is not in accordance with these instructions will void both the independent testing agency listing and the manufacturer s warranty 2 The power supplied to this hot tub must be a dedicated circuit with no other appliances or lights sharing the power provided by the circuit 3 Do not use aluminum wire 4 The appliance should be supplied through a residual Current device RCD with a rated tripping current not exceeding 30mA 5 To gain access to the hot tub s power terminal block remove the four screws securing th
4. Note The above example is for a spa without an ozone system if your spa is equipped with an ozone system please contact your dealer for proper levels Weekly 1 Twice a week test and adjust Total Alkalinity pH and Chlorine or Bromine levels In extreme cases of sources water with high minerals such as some well water add 1 tablespoon 14 grams per 1000 litres 265 gallons of Arctic Pure Best Defence weekly Important Arctic Pure Refresh significantly reduces pH and TA One hour after adding Arctic Pure Refresh test and adjust TA and pH as needed The use of Clarifiers and Foam inhibitors is not recommended with Arctic Pure Disposable filters Common Spa Water Problems Cause amp Remedy PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Poor Filtration Dirty filter clean with Arctic Pure Filter Restore not with disposable filter Increase Filter cycle Suspended particles Add Arctic Pure Easy Clear Organic contaminants build up JC Shock treatment with Arctic Pure Refresh pH high Add Arctic Pure Adjust Down until level reads 7 2 7 6 Hoo B p CLOUDY Total alkalinity high WATER Add Arctic Pure Adjust Down adjust TA level to 100 130ppm Combined chlorine in Shock treatment until combined chlorine is the water eliminated see container instructions Hi High dissolved solids G Empty spa and refill l H Add Arctic Pure Best Defence until level reads Hardness too hi
5. Covote spas have an external drain that can be attached to a typical garden hose for conve nient draining Simply locate the drain on the side of the floor pull the nozzel out remove cap and attach your hose Once the hose is attached push the nozzle in slightly to open the internal valve and the spa will start draining Note All Covote SpasTM models will drain almost completely through the drain Equipment such as the pump s and heater will drain Any water remaining in the plumbing or equipment after draining will only need to be removed if the spa is being winterized 3 When emptv inspect the spa shell and clean as required 4 Close the drain valve 5 Refill the spa BEFORE restoring power IMPORTANT Always clean and rotate the filter cartridges every couple of weeks and each time the spa is drained for cleaning Or if using disposable filters change as needed or everv 3 months other wise Filtration System Important The use of Clarifiers and Foam inhibitors is not recommended with Arctic Pure Disposable filters Coyote Spas are equipped with balanced filtration meaning that the filter cartridges are sized to meet the needs of the pump system As with any water filtering system the filter cartridge may be come clogged resulting in reduced water flow It is important to maintain a clean unobstructed filter system We recommend replacing your filter with an Arctic disposable filter every three 3 months Filte
6. allow the sanitizer to work at maximum efficiency Methods For Testing the Spa Water Accurate water testing and analysis are an important part of effectively maintaining your spa water To follow the Coyote SpasTM recommended program you must have the ability to test for e Total Alkalinity TA e pH e Sanitizer Although reagent test kits provide the highest level of accuracy test strips are the most convenient testing method used by many spa owners Keep in mind that test strips are susceptible to heat and moisture contamination which will result in inaccurate readings IMPORTANT Always read and carefully follow the directions included with the test kit or test strips to ensure the accuracy of the test results Hints For Successful Water Testing When using the reagent test kit Always take water samples 12 18 inches 30 45 cm below the water surface e Rinse the test cells before and after each use e Do not dispose of test samples into the spa water When adding drops of chemicals from the kit the reagents into the test block hold the bottle vertically and add the drops slowly to be sure the correct quantity is used The reagents should be replaced on a yearly basis to maintain the accuracy of the test results Basic Chemical Safety When using chemicals read the labels carefully and follow directions precisely Though chemicals protect you and your spa when used correctly they can be hazardous in concentrated
7. connected to a circuit Loosen the 2 screws of the After making sure wire spa pack protected by a residual spa pack door and open it connec tions are secure push a grounded electrode CAUTION current device Remove 20 cm of cable them back into the box and conductor shall be used insulation Strip away 2 5cm close the door Tighten the 2 to connect the equipment Do not turn on power Proper wiring of the electrical of each wire insulation Pull screws of the spa pack door grounding conductors the cable through the cutout of the box and secure it with a strain relief trade size 2 5 cm strain relief hole diameter service box RCD and in xm terminal block is essential to the spa until the spa is filled to the Check your electrical code for local regulations Only copper wire should be used never aluminum required level Running the spa To install the wiring for the in xm spa control you ll need a Phillips screwdriver pump without water could cause immediate damage and invalidate your warranty 3 4 cm Make sure that only the uncut sheathing is clamped at this opening Push the color coded wires into the terminals as indicated on the sticker and use the 14 mm wrench or flat screwdriver Electrical Installation Instructions COYOTE SPASTM MUST BE WIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICA BLE LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES ALL ELECTRICAL WORK SHOULD BE DONE BY AN EXPERIENCED LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND APPROVED
8. material may occur Read and Follow All Instructions It is important to inform occasional users of the spa about the DANGERS WARNINGS and CAUTIONS listed in this manual before they use the spa IMPORTANT This manual was written to ensure the proper use and installation of any Coyote Spa Any modifications to the procedures outlined may result in your warranty being voided Please read this manual to avoid any Unnecessary damage to your spa and equipment Important Safety Instructions READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY When installing and using this electrical equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed including 1 WARNING Do not use spa if power supply cable has been damaged 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 xw WARNING To reduce the risk of injury do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times WARNING A grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum 8 4mm solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment metal enclosures of electrical equipment metal water pipe or conduit within 1 5m 5 feet of the unit DANGER Risk of Accidental Drowning Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children To avoid accidents ensure that children cannot use this hot tub unless they are supervised at all times DANGER Risk of
9. the cover to loosen and rinse away dirt or debris 3 Using a large sponge and or a soft bristle brush and a very mild soap solution or baking soda scrub the vinyl top in a circular motion Do not let the vinyl dry with a soap film on it before it can be rinsed clean 4 Scrub the cover s perimeter and side flaps Rinse clean with water 5 Rinse off the underside of the cover with water only use no soap and wipe it clean with a dry rag 6 To condition the cover after cleaning apply a thin film of Arctic Pure Cover Renew to the vinyl surface and buff The Standard Cabinet The standard cabinet on coyote spas is made with Premium Vinyl house siding It should require no maintenance and can be hosed off if dirty If damaged cabinet pannels can be removed and replaced LED Light Replacement All Coyote SpasTM come equipped with a blue LED light emitting diode light for night time use The optional Peyote Light comes with a multicolour LED Should you wish to change either light follow these simple steps 1 Make sure the light is turned off by checking the topside to see if the light icon is not showing 2 Remove the screws securing the equipment access doors remove the doors 3 Locate the lamp assembly which is secured into the light housing Carefully rotate the lamp assembly counter clockwise until it comes off the light housing 4 Carefully disconnect any cables Remove the LED assembly from the socket and replace
10. ELEVISION ETC WITHIN 1 5M 5 FEET OF THIS HOT TUB CAUTION MAINTAIN WATER CHEMISTRY IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTUR ER S INSTRUCTIONS WARNING THE USE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS CAN GREATLY INCREASE THE RISK OF FATAL HYPERTHERMIA IN HOT TUBS WARNING DO NOT USE SPA IF POWER SUPPLY CABLE HAS BEEN DAMAGED Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 37 C 99 F The symptoms of hyperthermia include drowsiness lethargy and an increase in the internal temperature of the body The effects of hyperthermia in clude gt YVyvyyy Y Hyperthermia Unawareness of impending hazard Failure to perceive heat Failure to recognize the need to exit hot tub Physical inability to exit hot tub Fetal damage in pregnant women and Unconsciousness and danger of drowning WARNING The use of alcohol or drugs can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs or spas Outside Dimensions Bandit 180 cm x 206 cm Outlaw 220 cm Round Drifter 200 cm x 231 cm Renegade 231 cm x 260 cm Chieftain 231 cm x 290 cm Height 80 cm 100 cm 93 cm 93 cm 93 cm Weight per square meter 346 Kg 160 Kg 1280 Kg Per square meter Heater Water Drv Filled Watts Capacity Weight Weight 5500 800L 470 Kg 1000L 320Kg 1800 Kg p
11. Injury The suction fittings in this hot tub 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 hot tub if the suction fittings are broken or missing Consult your local dealer for assistance in choosing an appropriate replacement suction fitting DANGER Risk of Electric Shock Install at least 1 5m 5 feet from all metal surfaces As an alternative a hot tub may be installed within 1 5m 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently connected bonded by a minimum 8 4 mm solid copper conductor attached to the wire connector on the grounding lug inside the equipment compartment on the equipment box DANGER Risk of Electric Shock All controls or devices accessible from spa must be powered by a maximum of 12vdc Do not permit any electrical appliances not powered by a 12vdc or less within 1 5 m 5ft of a hot tub ELECTRICAL SUPPLY The electrical supply for this product must include a suitable circuit breaker to open all ungrounded supply conductors The disconnect must be readily accessible and visible to the hot tub occupant but installed at least 1 5m 5 feet from the hot tub water 9 WARNING To Reduce the Risk of Injury a The water in a hot tub should never exceed 40 C 104 F Water temperatures between 38 C and 40 C 100 F to 104 F are considered safe for a healthy ad
12. STANCE PARTIS DES OR OBJECTS CANNOT BE SEEN ENFANTS OU LES OBJETS NE PEUVENT PAS UNDER COVER TRE VUS SOUS LA COUVERTURE AVO l D REMOVE COVER COMPLETELY EVITEZ ENLEVEZ LA COUVERTURE COMPL TEMENT BEFORE ENTRY BATHERS AVANT L BAIGNEUR OCCLUSION D ENTREE DROWNING entaapwent POSSIBLE DE NOYER ossistt NON SECURED OR IMPROPERLV LES COUVERTURES NON FIXEES OU RISK SECURED COVERS ARE A HAZARD LE RISQUE INcORRECTEMENT FIXEES SONT UN RISQUE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL LE MANQUEDE SUIVRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INSTRUCTIONS PEUT AVOIR COMME INJURY OR DROWNING CONSEQUENCE LES DOMMAGES OU LA NOYADE Care of the Spa Cover ATTENTION The cover is a manual safety cover that meets or exceeds all prevailing requirements of ASTM Standards for spa safety covers when installed and used correctly as of the date of manufacture Non secured or improperly secured covers are a hazard Always open the cover to its fully open position before use Be sure to inspect the cover for premature wear or deterioration Over time with use there is a chance of normal cover wear and deterioration To properly maintain your cover see directions below Vinyl Cover The vinyl spa cover is an attractive durable foam insulation product Monthly cleaning and conditioning are recommended to maintain its beauty To clean and condition the vinyl cover 1 Remove the cover from the spa and gently lean it against a wall or fence 2 With a garden hose spray
13. al Alkalinity Level Sanitize the Spa Sanitizer is extremely important for killing algae bacteria and viruses and preventing unwanted organisms from growing in the spa At the same time you don t want too high a sanitizer level or it can irritate your skin lungs and eyes 1 Always maintain the sanitizer level in your spa at the recommended level for each type of sanitizer 2 We recommend the following sanitizers Chlorine System e Arctic Pure Chlorine Tablets e Arctic Pure Refresh e Arctic Pure Spa Boost Bromine System e Arctic Pure Brominating Tablets e Arctic Pure Refresh e Arctic Pure Peak Boost Important Sanitizers are acidic and will decrease the Total Alkalinity Regular testing and balancing of TA is extremely important with these products Important Always remove the floating dispenser while the spa is in use Remove dispensers with a plastic bucket keeping submersed and store out of reach of children until spa use has ended Using Chlorine System CAUTION The use of personal protective equipment rubber latex vinyl gloves eye protection is recommended while handling the dispenser or the pucks Start up 1 Add pucks to floating dispenser and open to setting 4 Add 2 tablespoons 28 grams of Arctic Pure Refresh per 1000 litres 265 gallons of water Add 1 tablespoon 14 grams of Arctic Pure Boost per 1000 litres 265 gallons of water BU b Test the Chlorine level Once the chlor
14. and filtering No action required 6 Jet s is not spinning Remove jet barrel bv turning the jet counterclockwise until it pops out Then irrigate the jet in the water this will help remove anv foreign particles that mav be lodged in the bearings If the jet s is still not spinning it may be calcified Try soaking the jet s in vinegar be sure to cover the bearings for ten minutes Then irrigate the jet s again and re install If problem persists contact vour factorv authorized dealer 7 Spa doesn t drain completelv The spa is drained bv gravitv It will not alwavs drain entirelv It isn t necessarv to drain the spa entirelv except for winterizing the spa If vou wish to remove the last little bit of water we recommend vou vacuum it out with a wet drv shop vac Important This manual and its contents are subject to change without notice Although Blue Falls Manufac turing has prepared this manual as accurately and precisely as possible Blue Falls Manufacturing will not be liable for loss injury or damages caused by improper servicing or by use of spa im proper or otherwise Thorsby Alberta Canada 1 866 4 KIYOTE
15. e two cabinet panels on the side of the spa containing the CE label Then open the door to the control box 6 Important To maintain TUV Ratings A water resistant strain relief rated IPx5 or better must be used on the Power Supplv Cable where it enters the pack We recommend Hevco Liquid Tight Straight Through Fittings Note For cables 12 4mm through 20mm Part M4346 For cables 15 0mm through 25 4mm Part f M4348 7 Connect wires color to color on terminal blocks TB1 TIGHTEN SECURELY All wires must be hooked up or damage could result 8 Close the control box door and reinstall the cabinet side panel WARNING Eill the spa with water before turning on the power Once your spa has been filled with water turn it on and test all of the circuit breakers NOTE If the RCD breaker trips immediately verify that the BLUE neutral wire is connected into the load neutral in the breaker Each breaker should be tested prior to each use Here s how 1 Push the TEST button on each RCD breaker and observe it click OFF 2 Push the breaker switch to the OFF position to ensure that it has completely disengaged then push the breaker switch to the ON position If any of the RCD breakers fails to operate in this manner your spa may have an electrical malfunction and you may be at risk of electrical shock Turn off all circuits and do not use the spa until the problem has been corrected by an authorized service agent
16. ecome irritating to spa users e The spas equipment may corrode If the pH is too low it can be increased by adding Arctic Pure Adjust Up to the spa water 4 If the pH level is too high the following may result The sanitizer will become less effective Scale will form on the spa shell surface and the equipment The water may become cloudy If the pH is too high it can be decreased by adding Arctic Pure Adjust Down to the spa water 5 It is important to check the pH on a regular basis The pH will be affected by the bather load the addition of new water the addition of various chemicals and the type of sanitizer used 6 When the pH is within the recommended range proceed to the final step Calcium Hardness CH 1 Most spa manufacturers recommend a Calcium Hardness CH level for your spa of 150 200ppm However we do not recommend adding calcium to your spa if your water is above 100ppm or if your incoming water has a very low level of calcium hardness 2 Calcium Hardness is a measure of the total amount of dissolved calcium in the water It is believed that calcium helps control the corrosive nature of water Calcium has a tendency to precipitate fall out of suspension in high temperatures and high pH levels Warning When calcium falls out of suspension it can collect on the heater and pump and shorten their life 3 Any natural corrosiveness in the water can be combatted by maintaining a slightly higher Tot
17. elve inches square Even with stones in place the spa will possiblv settle and become unlevel and mav require re leveling over time Deck Installation To be certain vour deck can support vour spa vou must know the deck s maximum load capacitv Consult a qualified building contractor or structural engineer To find the weight of vour spa its contents and occupants refer to the Spa Specification chart This weight per square foot must not exceed the structure s rated capacity or serious structural damage could result Your Coyote SpasTM Dealer can help you with local information such as zoning regulations and building codes WARNING WARNING We recommend that the Coyote Spa be installed above ground Consult a licensed building contractor to design or evaluate your custom decking requirements Equipment Compartment and Wiring Diagram WARNING All electrical hookups must be performed by a licensed electrician Power Input All Coyote Spas are tested for the following 230 VAC 50 Hz 32 A International Connect the power input wires to the terminal block labeled AC Input Make sure to respect the alignment and that the screws are properly tightened Electrical wiring Grounding lug Warning a14 mm nut driver or a flat to tighten the bolts on the Connect the bonding screwdriver terminals conductor to the bonding lug This product must always on the left side of the in xm be
18. er gas which may exist as a result of the shock treatment not daily sanitation may eventually cause discoloration or vinyl degradation to the bottom of the cover and pillows This type of damage is considered chemical abuse and is not covered under warranty The Coyote Spas Water Maintenance Program Following the Coyote Spas water maintenance program will save you time and frustration and ensure clear clean spa water Remove Excess Minerals Most tap water has minerals such as Calcium Copper Iron Manganese and Sodium in it The circulation of such water can cause the erosion of metals from spa equipment which can present pos sible scaling and staining problems in your spa To remove these simply fill your spa with an Arctic Pure Pre Filter In extreme cases of source water with high minerals such as some well water 1 We recommend you add 3 1 2 tablespoons 48 grams of Arctic Pure Best Defense per 1000 litres 265 gallons of water while filling your spa Also as water evaporates from vour spa and new water is added the amount of dissolved minerals will increase The spa water may eventually become hard Calcium Hardness too high enough to damage the heater bv calcifving its surface To protect against these problems add ltablespoon 14 grams per 1000 litres 265 gallons of Arctic Pure Best Defense weekly Balance the Total Alkalinity TA 1 The recommended Total Alkalinity TA for your spa wa
19. er square meter 5500 407 Kg 1000L 340 Kg 1880 Kg Per square meter 5500 427 Kg 1535 L 390 Kg 2565 Kg per square meter 5500 422 Kg 1700L 410Kg 2830 Kg per square meter 5500 Electrical Requirements 230 Volt 32 Amp Single Phase or 2 16 Amp or 3 16 Amp RCD Protected Circuts 230 Volt 32 Amp Single Phase or 2 16 Amp or 3 16 Amp RCD Protected Circuts 230 Volt 32 Amp Single Phase or 2 16 Amp or 3 16 Amp RCD Protected Circuts 230 Volt 32 Amp Single Phase or 2 16 Amp or 3 16 Amp RCD Protected Circuts 230 Volt 32 Amp Single Phase or 2 16 Amp or 3 16 Amp RCD Protected Circuts Filled weight includes weight of water and maximum recommended number of people in the spa Average weight per person 80 Kg Installation Instructions Site Preparation Make sure you ensure the following Always put your spa on a structurally sound LEVEL surface A filled spa can weigh a great deal Make certain that the location you choose can support the weight of your filled spa Locate your equipment compartment which houses all of the electrical components in a place where your will have easy access for periodic spa care and maintenance e Allow adequate access to all other access panels for service Outdoor Ground Level Installation No matter where vou install vour new spa it s important that vou have a solid foundation for sup port If using patio stones thev should be at least two inches thick and tw
20. ey again to turn light off A built in timer automatically turns light off after 2 hours unless it has been manually deactivated first ca o 5 e Soniye S Up Down keys AW Use Up or Down key to set desired water temperature The temperature setting will be displayed for 5 seconds to confirm your new selection The Set Point icon indicates that the display shows the desired temperature NOT the current water temperature Setting filter cycle start time To program the filter cycle you must enter these parameters the start time duration and frequency During a filter cycle pumps run for one min ute to purge the plumbing then Pump 1 runs for the programmed number of hours Press Prog key a third time The display will show FSxx with xx representing the starting hour of the first filtration cycle Use Up or Down key to change setting dE B PM j home Pr key i i ogram key Setting the time Use Program key to display Enter Programming mode by time or enter Programming menu by pressing and holding key In Programming mode the following parameters can be set time holding Prog key pressed down for 3 sec The display will show the current time setting filter cycle start time filter cycle Setting the hour duration filter cycle frequency Use Up or Down arrows to and temperature unit change hour setting AM PM Note Ligh
21. form Always observe the following guidelines e ALWAYS KEEP CHEMICALS OUT OF CHILDREN S REACH e NEVER MIX CONCENTRATED CHEMICALS TOGETHER e ALWAYS THOROUGHLY RINSE ANY CONTAINER USED TO MIX CHEMICALS AFTER USE e ALWAYS RINSE OUT ANY EMPTY CHEMICAL STORAGE CONTAINER BEFORE DISPOSAL e Accurately measure the quantities specified Do not overdose your spa Amount required will vary depending on water condition quantities to be used are only guidelines e Store chemicals in a cool dry well ventilated place e Always keep chemical containers closed when not in use e Don t inhale fumes or allow chemicals to come in contact with your eyes nose or mouth Wash your hands immediately after use e Follow the emergency advice on the product label in case of accidental contact Never smoke around chemicals Some fumes can be highly flammable Dont store any chemicals in the spa equipment compartment Adding Chemicals to the Spa Most chemicals does not include any slow dissolving chemicals can be added directly to the spa while the pump s is running on high speed for a minimum of 10 minutes Allow at least 30 min utes after adding chemicals before retest IMPORTANT SUPER CHLORINATION NON CHLORINE SHOCK TREATMENT NOTE After administering a super chlorination treatment or non chlorine shock to your spa leave the cover open for a minimum of 20 minutes to allow the oxidizer gas to vent A high concentration of trapped oxidiz
22. gh 15 280ppm Dissolved metals from Use Arctic Pure Best Defence and have your equipment or water source dealer check your water balance COLOURED li Low chlorine bromine levels B Arctic Pure Boost treatment and test chlorine bromine levels WATER Fragrance C Stop the use of fragrance High concentration of oils and A Squirt Foam Dissolve on foam FOAMING organics being agitated bv Refer to pg 20 for more information the jets not with disposable filter High Calcium level high Drain partially add Arctic Pure Best Defence cor SCALE pH high alkalinity rect pH level to 7 2 7 6 and alkalinity to 100 130 DEPOSITS ppm It is also recommended you take a sample of water into your nearest Arctic Spa dealer for more assistance with this problem High level of organic Check pH and adjust as required ODOR contaminants combined Shock with Arctic Pure Refresh add sanitizers with chlorine Dilution Check any ozone system is operation pH to low Add Arctic Pure Adjust Up until level reads 7 2 7 6ppm Combined chlorine due Add Arctic Pure Refresh add sanitizers EYE SKIN to high concentration of Change from Bromine to Chlorine or vice versa IRRITATION organic contaminants Allergic reaction to sanitizer Drain and refill spa Bacterial contamination High concentration of con Add sanitizers until levels are up to the recom taminant
23. icable barrier requirements at the time a permit is obtained for the installation of an electrical circuit Your Coyote SpasTM Dealer can provide information on which permits may be required Contents Important Safety Instructions caaasaasssssssccsnsnnnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnnum Hyperthermia u 7 Spa Specihications sissisivirzsi i zzoriiezziztozziti et estate heuer 8 Installation Instructions a2aavenvvvnvvvesssssssssssnnsnnnnnnnnnnnannnannnnnnannnnnnnm 8 Equipment Compartment amp Wiring Diagram ssesssnnnnesnzaneensnna 10 Electrical Installation Instructions aasssassssesssesnssnsssnnnannnnndnnnnnu 11 Startup Proeedures aussah 13 Diverters amp Ventun 500 kati ilek iii bidu i ak 14 l L RR aseasnvevecdeivencuteseseedenseeieees 15 Topside Control Panel 222aaanassassessssnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnntnnnnnnnnnnn um 16 Spa Care amp Maintenance aa vanvnv vvvvrvsgseev nssennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnund n 20 Water Maintenance siis issisiistittsisistiijeteisisijsieiotiisiezisetietzzjo iesst 24 Common Spa Water Problems Cause amp Remedy c 400 000 29 Troubleshooting Spa Problems aaaaanavstest sse ssssssnsnsnnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnu 30 Limited Wart nty sssnu nusm mnmu v q wv 31 CAUTION Indicates a situation in which damage to DANGER Indicates risk of injury WARNING Indicates information of critical importance equipment or
24. ine reads within the ideal range 1 3 ppm turn tablet dispenser down to 1 2 more or less according to bather load V Start the Boost Filtration mode to circulate the chemicals and do not use spa for two hours after the mode ends Note The above example is for a spa without an ozone system if your spa is equipped with an ozone system please contact your dealer for proper levels y p y prop Weekly 1 Add pucks to floating dispenser and reset if necessary 2 Add 2 tablespoons 28 grams of Arctic Pure Refresh per 1000 litres 265 gallons of water 3 Wait at least one hour and add 1 tablespoon 14 grams of Arctic Pure Best Defence per 1000 litres 265 gallons of water Important Arctic Pure Refresh significantly reduces pH and TA One hour after adding Arctic Pure Refresh test and adjust TA and pH as needed Bromine System Note If you are planning to use your new spa right away Peak Boost must be added first Follow directions for adding Peak Boost from this page 1 Fill floating dispenser with pucks and open to setting 7 2 Add 2 tablespoons 28 grams of Arctic Pure Refresh per 1000 litres 265 gallons of water 3 Add 2 1 2 tablespoons 35 grams of Arctic Pure Peak Boost per 1000 litres 265 gallons of water to establish a Bromide reserve A Test the Bromine level Once bromine reads within the ideal range 3 5 ppm turn tablet dispenser down to 2 or 3 more or less according to bather load
25. install the filter cartridges close the drain valve Follow the Start up and Refill procedures Water Maintenance It s important to have clean water Water maintenance is one of the least understood yet most impor tant area of spa ownership Your dealer can guide you through the process of achieving and maintain ing perfect water in your spa given your local conditions Your program will depend on your water s mineral content how often vou use vour spa and how manv people use it Here is our suggested step bv step program General Information There are three fundamental areas of water maintenance Thev are 1 Water Filtration 2 Water Sanitation and 3 Chemical Balance pH Control Although your spas filter system is working several hours a day to remove particles from your water it does not remove bacteria or viruses Water sanitation is the responsibilitv of the spa owner It can be achieved through the regular and periodic dailv if necessarv addition of an approved sanitizer The sanitizer will chemicallv control the bacteria and viruses present in the spa water Bacteria and vi ruses can grow quickly in undersanitized spa water The water s chemical balance and pH control are also the responsibility of the spa owner You will have to add chemicals to maintain proper levels of Total Alkalinity TA and pH Proper water balance and pH control will minimize scale buildup and corrosion of metals extend the life of the spa and
26. lected function has been performed On Off key 1 Stops functions of spa accessories automatically and returns to normal functions after 40 minutes Standby Mode Use On Off key to pause all pumps Progress bar will display the remaining time before the system automatically exits Standby mode user can also exit Standby mode at any time by pressing again on On Off key In order to warn the user the spa light will flash for a few seconds before the exit of Pump2key 2 Press Pump 2 key to turn Pump 2 on at high speed A built in timer automatically turns pump off after 20 minutes unless pump has been manually deactivated first Standby mode and restart the pumps The Stby message is also displayed during Standby mode Pump will stay turned on if there is a request for more heat Blower key 3 Press Blower key to turn Blower on Press a second time to turn blower off A built in timer automatically turns blower off after 20 min utes unless blower has been manually deactivated first Pump 1key 1 Press Pump 1 key to turn Pump on at low speed Press a second time to turn pump to high speed with a dual speed pump A third time turns pump off A built in timer automatically turns pump off after 20 minutes unless pump has been manually deactivated first Light key Je Press Light key to turn light on Press Light k
27. r Cartridge Removal and Installation 1 Shut the spa down using the on off button on the topside control panel 2 Remove the filter basket by rotating the top outside ring counterclockwise and lifting 3 Remove the filter cartridge 4 Clean any debris out of the skimmer basket 5 To reinstall the filter cartridge reverse the order of steps in which it was removed Care of the Spa Shell Your Coyote Spas has a fiberglass reinforced cast acrylic shell Stains and dirt generally will not adhere to your spa s surface A soft cloth or sponge should easily remove most dirt Most household chemicals are harmful to your spa s shell Sodium bicarbonate baking soda or vinegar can also be used for minor surface cleaning Always thoroughly rinse off any spa shell cleaning agent with fresh water Service Notes 1 Iron and copper in the water can stain the spa shell if allowed to go unchecked Your Coyote Spas Dealer stocks a Stain and Scale Inhibitor to use if your spa water has a high concentration of dissolved minerals 2 The use of alcohol or any household cleaners other than those listed to clean the spa shell surface is NOT recommended DO NOT use any cleaning products containing abrasives or solvents since they may damage the shell surface Damage to the shell by the use of harsh chemicals in not covered under the warranty MANUAL SAFETY COVER AWARNING N AVERTISSEMENT KEEP CHILDREN AWAY CHILDREN ENFANTS DE SUBSI
28. r clogged filter cartridges CAUTION Do not turn on power 7 Adjust the chemicals and balance the water according to your dealers instructions A guideline is also included in this manual under the Water Maintenance Section k to the spa until the spa is filled to the required level 8 Set the temperature control to the desired temperature between 38 C and 40 C or 100 F and 104 F then place the vinyl cover on the spa and allow the water temperature to stabilize approximately 16 hours Make sure you secure the cover Running the spa in place using the cover locks Periodically check the spa water temperature When pump without water the water temperature climbs above 29 C 84 F proceed to the next step could cause immediate damage and invalidate vour warranty 9 Test and Adjust Sanitizer level Chlorine ideal 1 3 ppm or Bromine ideal 3 5 ppm 10 The spa temperature is pre programmed to reach 35 C 95 F and will normally do so within 16 to 24 hours You may raise the water temperature by pressing the TEMP AN button on the control panel or lower it by pressing TEMP V button After a few hours the water temperature will remain within 1 degree of your selected temperature Diverter Jetting System With your Diverter Jetting System you can control the massaging action of your spa On select models Using the diverter the jets are activated in groups known as jet sys
29. re performing any service on the spa contact your local Factory Authorized Dealer Make a visual inspection of the spa to get an understanding of what condition it may be in and if anything looks out of the ordinary If any part appears to be damaged loose or missing do not proceed Contact your Factory Authorized Dealer immediately Your spa control has been specifically designed so that by simply connecting the spa to its properly grounded source and following the start up procedures in this manual the spa will automatically heat to the set temperature You can adjust the set temperature by pressing the up or down arrows on your control panel to the desired temperature When your spa is heating the heat indicator on your control panel will be on Power up Detection After a power up the display will blink until somebody presses a key This feature lets you know that a power failure has occurred and all settings have returned to default Temperature displayed in Fahrenheit or Celsius The temperature can be displayed in Fahrenheit or Celsius Press the program key 6 times it will display either Fahrenheit or Celsius use the up or down key to change setting The topside control panel has buttons which you press to set the temperature initiate the filtra tion cycle turn the light on and activate or deactivate the pump s and blower The Topside control panel display responds to let you know you have pressed a button and that the se
30. s using up sanitizers mended levels Be Replace test kits at least once a year Test kit reagents ineffective Chlorine Bromine level verv high and is bleaching BROMINE test reagent dilute sample 50 50 with fresh water READING retest and double the result Possible bacterial contamination have water tested by a lab Troubleshooting Spa Problems 1 Nothing functions The RCD breaker has tripped or there is a power failure Test RCD breaker Turn breaker back on and see if spa powers up if not contact your factory authorized dealer 2 Spa does not heat Check to see if the heat indicator is on or there are anv error messages on the topside control panel If the heat indicator is on and no error message appears contact vour factorv authorized dealer 3 Poor Jet Pressure First check to see that the jet s is turned on all the wav Check vour filter to see if its clogged or dirtv Next check to see if the jet s are obstructed or if the venturi air dial is turned on Finallv check to see if the jets are surging if so vour pump is cavitating sucking in air This usuallv occurs when the water level is too low and can be solved bv adding water to the spa If the problem still persists contact vour factorv authorized dealer 4 Light is not functioning Check with your dealer If it is necessary to replace the LED assembly see the Light replacement section 5 Spa comes on by itself This function is normal when heating
31. such as rails ladders drains or other similar hardware within 3m 10ft of the hot tub shall be bonded to the equipment grounding buss with copper conductors not smaller than 8 4mm2 12 Use the hot tub straps and clip tie downs to secure the cover when not in use This will help to discourage unsupervised children from entering the hot tub There is no representation that the cover clip tie downs or actual locks will prevent access to the hot tub WARNINGSI WARNING CHILDREN SHOULD NOT USE HOT TUBS WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVI SION WARNING DO NOT USE HOT TUBS UNLESS ALL SUCTION GUARDS ARE IN STALLED TO PREVENT BODY AND HAIR ENTRAPMENT WARNING PEOPLE WITH INFECTIOUS DISEASES SHOULD NOT USE A HOT TUB O WARNING TO AVOID INJURY EXERCISE CARE WHEN ENTERING OR EXITING THE HOT TUB WARNING DO NOT USE DRUGS OR ALCOHOL BEFORE OR DURING THE USE OF A HOT TUB TO AVOID UNCONSCIOUSNESS AND POSSIBLE DROWNING WARNING PREGNANT OR POSSIBLY PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING A HOT TUB WARNING WATER TEMPERATURE IN EXCESS OF 38 C 100 F MAY BE INJURIOUS TO YOUR HEALTH WARNING BEFORE ENTERING THE HOT TUB MEASURE THE WATER TEMPERA TURE WITH AN ACCURATE THERMOMETER WARNING DO NOT USE A HOT TUB IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING STRENUOUS EX ERCISE WARNING PROLONGED IMMERSION IN A HOT TUB MAY BE INJURIOUS TO YOUR HEALTH WARNING DO NOT PERMIT ELECTRIC APPLIANCES SUCH AS LIGHT TELEPHONE RADIO T
32. t key is used as Setting the minutes Program key if this key is not Press Prog key a second time present Use Up or Down key to change hour setting Filter cycle frequency Setting filter cycle duration Press Prog key a fourth time Press Prog key a fifth time The display will show FF xx with xx representing the number of The display will show Fdxx with xx representing the duration in hours filter cycles per day up to 4 Choose from 1 to 4 Use Up or Down key to change setting Use Up or Down key to change setting Setting temperature unit Water temperature can be displayed in either Fahrenheit F or Celsius C Press Prog key a sixth time The display will show either For C Use Up or Down key to change setting Water temperature regulation Smart Winter Mode In a regulation cycle the system first generates water flow Our Smart Winter Mode protects your system from the cold by through the heater housing and turning pumps on several times a the plumbing in order to ensure day to prevent water from freezing accurate water temperature in pipes readings as well as avoiding heater activation in dry conditions After verifying pump activation and taking a water temperature reading if required the system automatically turns the heater on to reach and maintain water temperature at Set Point Cooldo
33. tems The jetting systems are selected by turning the diverter from one side to the other or select both by leaving the diverter in the middle The number of diverters you will have will depend on the model of Coyote Spas you have Feel free to consult your local dealer with any questions regarding the function of this system or just jump in and experiment for yourself Venturi Controls The Venturi Controls allow you to control the intensity of the massage at each jet by adjusting the mixture of air and water Simply turn the venturi control lever counter clockwise for a stronger flow and clockwise for a softer flow Jets Directional Luxury Hydromassage Jets The Directional Luxury Hydromassage jets allow you to aim the water in the direction that feels best These jets are designed to massage the muscles in your upper back shoulders and neck These Jets are adjustable by turning the face of the jet clockwise for a stronger flow and counter clockwise for a softer flow and eventually off Pulsing Luxury Hydromassage Jets Approximently half of the water jets in each coyote spa are pulsing These jets provide a pulsing mas sage feeling and are all adjustable by turning the face of each jet Chrome Jet Option Package The Chrome jets are made from rust resistant stainless steel however improper water chemistry may cause rusting Same great massage quality in a nicer looking package Topside Control Panel IMPORTANT Befo
34. ter is 125 150 ppm 2 Total Alkalinity is a measure of the total levels of carbonates bicarbonates hydroxides and other alkaline substances in the water TA is referred to as the water s pH buffer In other words it s a measure of the ability of the water to resist changes in pH level 3 If the TA is too low the pH level will fluctuate widely from high to low Fluctuations in pH can cause corrosion or scaling of the spa components Low TA can be corrected by adding Arctic Pure Perfect Balance 4 If the Total Alkalinity is too high the pH level will tend to be high and may be difficult to bring down It can be lowered by using Arctic Pure Adjust Down 5 Once the TA is balanced it normally remains stable although some sanitizers and the addition of more water with a high or low alkalinity will raise or lower the TA reading of the water 6 When the Total Alkalinity is within the recommended range proceed to the next step a the PH We recommended a pH range for vour spa water of 7 2 7 6 2 The pH level is the measure of aciditv and alkalinitv Values above 7 are alkaline those below 7 are acidic Maintaining the proper pH level is extremelv important for Optimizing the effectiveness of the sanitizer Maintaining water that is comfortable for the user Preventing equipment deterioration 3 If the spa waters pH level is too low the following mav result e The sanitizer will dissipate rapidly The water may b
35. ult Lower water temperatures are recommended for young children and when hot tub use exceeds 10 minutes b 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 hot tub water temperatures to 38 C 100PF If pregnant please consult your physician before using a hot tub c Before entering the hot tub the user should measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of water temperature regulating devices may vary as much as 2 C OF d The use of alcohol drugs or medication before or during hot tub use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning e Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease low or high blood pressure circulatory system problems or diabetes should consult a physician before using a hot tub f Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a hot tub since some medication may induce drowsiness while other medication may affect heart rate blood pressure and circulation 10 A bonding lug bar is provided on the side of your spa pack to accommodate grounding of entire spa 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 conductor not smaller than 8 4mm 11 All field installed metal components
36. with a new assembly Reconnect the cable s NOTE take care to insert the plug in the correct orienta tion or you may damage the connectors 5 To reinstall rotate the lamp assembly clockwise onto the light housing until secure Vacation Care Instructions If you plan to be away from home for 7 14 days follow these instructions to ensure that the water quality of your spa is maintained 1 Adjust pH as needed 2 Ensure you have sufficient sanitizer to last until you return 3 Shock the spa with Arctic Pure Spa Boost or Refresh 4 Lower the temperature Upon your return 1 Shock the spa with Arctic Pure Spa Boost or Refresh 2 Ensure you have sufficient sanitizer for regular use 3 Return the temperature to its original setting You can use your spa once the residual sanitizer level falls within the ideal range Note If you will not be using your spa for more then 14 days and a neighbour friend or an outside maintenance service is not available to check and balance the water chemistry draining or winteriz ing the spa is recommended Winterizing your spa If you plan to leave your spa unused for a long period of time in severely cold weather you should drain the spa to avoid accidental freezing due to a power or equipment failure We recommend your local authorized dealer winterize your spa Freezing can severelv damage your spa Improper winterizing of your spa can void your warranty To Restart Spa Re
37. wn While performing these tasks the heater is not allowed to turn on and its icon flashes The heater is not allowed also to come on throughout the cool down period of the heater element Spa Care and Maintenance Your Coyote Spa is manufactured from the highest quality most durable materials available Even so the spa care and maintenance program you develop will ultimately determine how long your spa and its individual components will last Regular maintenance following the advice in this section will help you to protect your investment Draining the Water Detergent residues and dissolved solids from bathing suits and chemicals will gradually accumulate in your spa s water Normallv in about three to four months the water will become difficult to balance and should be replaced Showering without using soap prior to entering the spa or using only the rinse cycle when laundering your bathing suit will help to reduce detergent residue in the spa water Howev er foam problems are more likely to be caused by a build up of organic pollutants in the spa mostly by body oils If you re using your spa frequently with a high bather load the water will need to be replaced more often Spa water graduallv loses qualitv because of the build up of unfilterable pollutants IMPORTANT Remember to change vour water everv three to four months To Drain Your Spa 1 Trip the RCD breaker located in the subpanel or the quick disconnect 2 All
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