2014 H2X Swim Spa Owner's Manual

WATER TO THE EXTREME

by Master Spas

W A T E R T O T H E E X T R E M E swimming l fitness l therapy l family fun l premium line of jetted swim spas

OWNER’S MANUAL

OWNER’S MANUAL

Welcome To Ultimate Relaxation!

Thank you for choosing your new swim spa built by Master Spas. Please read the entire Owner’s

Manual before installing and using your new swim spa. The goal of this manual is to provide you with safety and operational information plus some tips that will help you enjoy your swim spa to its fullest.

At the time of print, this manual is accurate in its information. Master Spas reserves the right to change or improve its product without prior notice. To check on updates or for other information, please visit www.masterspas.com and follow the links to the customer service section.

Record Of Ownership

Name ��

Address ��

City �� State �� Zip ��

Phone # (��)��-�� Date Purchased �� /�� /��

Model �� Serial # ��

Dealer Name ��

Service Tech Rep ��

*Serial Number Location

The serial number for you swim spa is located on the listing plate on the front skirting panel, on the swim spa system control pack, and on the frame behind the right front removable corner. It will start with “H” followed by a 6-digit number. Ex. H140000

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Fort Wayne, Indiana 46804

800-860-7727 www.masterspas.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................... 3-10

Glossary of Swim Spa Terminology ........................................................................................... 11-13

Electrical Installation Requirements .......................................................................................... 14-15

Wiring Schematic..................................................................................................................... 16

Site Preparation / General Guidelines ....................................................................................... 17

Installation Instructions ............................................................................................................ 18

Water Chemistry Terms ............................................................................................................ 19-20

The Advantages of Eco Pur Filtration ............................................................................................ 21

Water Quality Maintenance Start-Up ............................................................................................. 22

Water Quality Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................................ 23-24

Swim Spa Water Maintenance Trouble-Shooting Guide .................................................................. 25

Why Chemicals are Important ........................................................................................................ 26

Maintenance Recommendations ............................................................................................... 27-28

Winterizing Your Swim Spa ........................................................................................................... 29

Swim Spa Specifications ................................................................................................................ 30

Optional Exercise Equipment ................................................................................................... 31

Main Menus ............................................................................................................................ 32

Fill It Up ................................................................................................................................... 33

Spa Behavior............................................................................................................................ 34

Temperature & Temp Range .................................................................................................... 35

Mode – Ready and Rest ........................................................................................................... 36

Flip (Invert Display) ................................................................................................................... 37

Adjusting Filtration .................................................................................................................. 37

General Messages.................................................................................................................... 38

Heater-Related Messages ......................................................................................................... 39

Sensor-Related Messages ......................................................................................................... 40

Miscellaneous Messages .......................................................................................................... 40

System-Related Messages ........................................................................................................ 41

Aquavibe Audio System ............................................................................................................ 42-48

Swim Spa Trouble Shooting Guide ............................................................................................ 49-50

Regular Maintenance Procedures .............................................................................................. 51-53

Swim Spa Care and Maintenance Records ................................................................................. 54-56

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Included with your new swim spa is a safety sign. The sign is for you and your guest’s protection and is suitable for outdoor use in wet locations. The sign should be placed in a location visible to all users of the swim spa.

Please take time to point out the physical location of the safety sign and the importance of the safety precautions displayed on the safety sign to all of your guests. Remember, your safety and the safety of anyone who enjoys the use of your swim spa is our utmost concern.

The sign should be mounted with screws or another type of permanent fastener. Additional or replacement signs can be obtained from your dealer or direct from the factory.

INTROdUcTION

It’s time to relax! You now have your very own portable swim spa by Master Spas, Inc. By fully understanding the operation of each of the features of your new swim spa, you will be assured of many years of hassle-free, hot water therapy and fun.

Your safety is of paramount importance to the Master Spas family. We urge you to read and become thoroughly familiar with all safety aspects addressed in this manual.

Through reading and totally understanding the important information in your owner’s manual, you will realize that you now own THE ULTIMATE RELAXATION MACHINE!

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ImpORTaNT SafeTy INSTRUcTIONS

When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should be observed including the following:

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INSTRUcTIONS

WARNING – To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.

A wire conductor is provided on this unit to connect a minimum 6 AWG

(13.302mm

2

) solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet

(1.5m) of the unit

(For cord-connected/convertible units)

DANGER – Risk of injury.

a) Replace damaged cord immediately. b) Do not bury cord.

c) Connect to a grounded, grounding type receptacle only.

(For units intended for indoor use only)

WARNING – For indoor use only. This unit is not intended for outdoor use.

(For units intended for outdoor use only)

WARNING – For outdoor use only. This unit is not intended for indoor use.

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ImpORTaNT SafeTy

INSTRUcTIONS (cONT.)

(For units with GFCI)

WARNING – This product is provided with a ground-fault circuit interrupter located on the front panel of selected swim spas and on the power cord of

120 volt convertible swim spas. The GFCI must be tested before each use.

With the product operating, open the service door. When the product stops operating, this merely indicates that the door is equipped with an electrical interlock. Next, push the test button on the GFCI and close the service door.

The product should not operate. Now open the service door, push the reset button on the GFCI and close the service door. The product should now operate normally. When the product fails to operate in this manner, there is a ground current flowing indicating the possibility of an electric shock.

Disconnect the power until the fault has been identified and corrected.

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 swim spa unless they are supervised at all times.

DANGER – Risk of Injury. The suction fittings in this swim spa are sized to match the specific water flow created by the pump. Should the need arise to replace the suction fittings or the pump, be sure that the flow rates are compatible.

Never operate swim spa if the suction fittings are broken or missing. Never replace a suction fitting with one rated less than the flow rate marked on the original suction fitting.

DANGER – Risk of Electric Shock. Install at least 5 feet (1.5m) from all metal surfaces. As an alternative, a swim spa may be installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently connected by a minimum 8AWG (8.4mm

2

) solid copper conductor to the wire connector on the terminal box that is provided for this purpose.

DANGER – Risk of Electric Shock. Do not permit any electric appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio, or television, within 5 feet (1.5 m) of a swim spa.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of injury: a) The water in a swim spa should never exceed 40˚C (104˚F). Water temperatures between 38˚C (100˚F) and 40˚C are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are recommended for young children and when swim spa use exceeds 10 minutes.

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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 swim spa water temperatures to 38˚C (100˚F). c) Before entering a swim spa, the user should measure the water temperature since the tolerance of water temperature- regulating devices varies. d) The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during swim spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning. e) Obese persons and persons with a history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, or diabetes should consult a physician before using a swim spa. f) Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a swim spa since some medication may induce drowsiness while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.

(For swim spas with a gas heater)

WARNING – Risk of Suffocation. This swim spa is equipped with a gas heater and is intended for outdoor use only unless proper ventilation can be provided for an indoor installation.

HYPERTHERMIA

Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6° F.

THE SYMPTOMS OF HYPERTHERMIA INCLUDE:

• Dizziness • Fainting • Drowsiness • Lethargy

• Increase in Internal Body Temperature

THE EFFECTS OF HYPERTHERMIA INCLUDE:

Unawareness of Impending Hazard • Failure to Perceive Heat • Failure to

Recognize the Need to Exit Swim Spa • Physical Inability to Exit Swim Spa •

Fetal Damage in Pregnant Women • Unconsciousness Resulting in a Danger of Drowning

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DANGER – To reduce the risk of injury to persons, do not remove the suction grate. Suction through drains and skimmers is powerful when the jets in the swim spa are in use. Damaged covers can be hazardous to small children and adults with long hair. Should any part of the body be drawn into these fittings, turn off the swim spa immediately. As a precaution, long hair should not be allowed to float in the swim spa.

WARNING – Install the swim spa so that water can be easily drained out of the compartment containing electrical components so as not to damage equipment.

When installing the swim spa make sure to allow for an adequate drainage system to deal with any overflow water. Please allow for at least 2 feet of clearance around the perimeter of the swim spa to provide enough room to access for servicing. Contact your local dealer for their specific requirements.

WARNING – The swim spa should be covered with an approved locking cover when not in use, to prevent unauthorized entry and injuries.

WARNING – People with infections, sores or the like should not use the swim spa.

Warm and hot water temperatures may allow the growth of infectious bacteria if not properly disinfected.

CAUTION – Safe temperatures for swimming or aquatic exercise is around 80˚F.

CAUTION – Risk of Electrical Shock. Do not leave audio compartment open.

Audio controls are not to be operated while inside the swim spa.

CAUTION – Replace components only with identical components.

WARNING – Risk of Electric Shock. Do not connect any auxiliary components (for example, additional speakers, headphones, additional audio/ video components etc.) to the system. These units are not provided with an outdoor antenna.

Do not service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

If the power supply cord(s) are damaged, water is entering the speaker, audio compartment, or any other component in the electrical equipment compartment area, the protective shield is showing signs of deterioration, or there are signs of other potentially hazardous damage to the unit, turn off the circuit breaker from the wall and refer servicing to qualified personnel.

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The unit should be subjected to periodic routine maintenance once every quarter to make sure that the it is operating properly.

DANGER – Risk of Electric Shock. A green colored terminal or a terminal marked

G, GR, Ground, Grounding or the symbol shown in Figure 14.1 of UL 1563 is located inside the supply terminal 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 continuous copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying this equipment.

At least two lugs marked “Bonding Lugs” are provided on 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 swim spa to these terminals with an insulated or bare copper conductor not smaller than

8AWG.

All field installed metal components such as rails, ladders, drains, or other similar hardware within 3m of the swim spa shall be bonded to the equipment grounding bus with copper conductors not smaller than 8AWG.

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WaRNINg:

CHILDREN SHOULD NOT USE SWIM SPAS OR HOT TUBS WITHOUT ADULT

SUPERVISION

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NE PAS LAISSER LES ENFANTS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION

SANS SURVEILLANCE

WaRNINg:

DO NOT USE SWIM SPAS OR HOT TUBS UNLESS ALL SUCTION GUARDS ARE

INSTALLED TO PREVENT BODY AND HAIR ENTRAPMENT.

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POUR éVITER qUE LES CHEVEUx OU UNE PARTIE DU CORPS

PUISSENT êTRE ASPIRES, NE PAS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION SI LES GRILLES DI PRISE

D’ASPIRATION NE SONT PAS TOUTES EN PLACE

WaRNINg:

PEOPLE USING MEDICATIONS AND/OR HAVING AN ADVERSE MEDICAL HIS-

TORY SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING A SWIM SPA OR HOT TUB.

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LES PERSONNES qUI PRENNENT DES MéDICAMENTS OU ONT

DES PROBLéMES DE SANTé DEVRAIENT CONSULTER UN MéDECIN AVANT D’UTILISER UNE CUVE

DE RELAxATION

WaRNINg:

PEOPLE WITH INFECTIOUS DISEASES SHOULD NOT USE A SWIM SPA OR HOT

TUB

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LES PERSONNES ATTEINTES DE MALADIES INFECTIEUSES NE

DEVRAIENT PAS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION

WaRNINg:

TO AVOID INjURY ExERCISE CARE WHEN ENTERING OR ExITING THE SWIM

SPA OR HOT TUB.

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POUR éVITER DES BLESSURES, USER DE PRUDENCE EN ENTRANT

DANS UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION ET EN SORTANT

WaRNINg:

DO NOT USE DRUGS OR ALCOHOL BEFORE OR DURING THE USE OF A SWIM

SPA OR HOT TUB TO AVOID UNCONSCIOUSNESS AND POSSIBLE DROWNING

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POUR éVITER L’éVANOUISSEMENT ET LA NOYADE éVENTUELLE, NE

PRENDE NI DROGUE NI ALCOOL AVANT D’UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION NI qUAND ON S’Y

TROUVE

WaRNINg:

PREGNANT OR POSSIBLY PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSI-

CIAN BEFORE USING A SWIM SPA OR HOT TUB.

aveRTISSemeNT:

LES FEMMES ENCEINTES, qUE LEUR GROSSESSE SOIT CONFIRMéE

OU NON, DEVRAIENT CONSULTER UN MéDECIN AVANT D’UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION

WaRNINg:

WATER TEMPERATURE IN ExCESS OF 38˚C MAY BE INjURIOUS TO YOUR

HEALTH

aveRTISSemeNT:

IL PEUT êTRE DANGEREUx POUR LA SANTé DE SE PLONGER DANS

DE L’EAU A PLUS DE 38˚C

WaRNINg:

BEFORE ENTERING THE SWIM SPA OR HOT TUB MEASURE THE WATER TEM-

PERATURE WITH AN ACCURATE THERMOMETER

aveRTISSemeNT:

AVANT D’UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION MESURER LA

TEMPéRATURE DE L’EAU À L’AIDE D’UN THERMOMéTRE PRéCIS

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WaRNINg:

DO NOT USE A SWIM SPA OR HOT TUB IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING STRENU-

OUS ExERCISE

aveRTISSemeNT:

NE PAS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION IMMéDIATEMENT

APRéS UN ExERCISE FATIGANT

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PROLONGED IMMERSION IN A SWIM SPA OR HOT TUB MAY BE INjUROUS TO

YOUR HEALTH

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L’UTILISATION PROLONGéE D’UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION PEUT

êTRE DANGEREUSE POUR LA SANTé

WaRNINg:

DO NOT PERMIT ELECTRIC APPLIANCES (SUCH AS LIGHT, TELEPHONE, RADIO,

OR TELEVISION) WITHIN 1.5 M OF THIS SWIM SPA OR HOT TUB

aveRTISSemeNT:

NE PAS PLACER D’APPAREIL éLECTRIqUE (LUMINAIRE, TéLéPHONE,

RADIO, TéLéVISEUR, ETC) À MOINS DE 1.5 M DE CETTE CUVE DE RELAxATION

caUTION:

MAINTAIN WATER CHEMISTRY IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER’S

INSTRUCTION

aTTeNTION:

LA TENEUR DE L’EAU EN MATIéRES DISSOUTES DOIT êTRE CONFORME AUx

DIRECTIVES DU FABRICANT

Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 37˚C. The symtoms of hyperthermia include drowsiness, lethargy, and an increase in the internal temperature of the body. The effects of hyperthermia include

(a) unawareness of impending hazard;

(b) failure to perceive heat;

(c) failure to recognize the need to exit swim spa;

(d) physical inability to exit swim spa;

(e) fetal damage in pregnant women; and

(f) unconsciousness and danger of drowning.

WaRNINg:

THE USE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS CAN GREATLY INCREASE THE RISk OF

FATAL HYPERTHERMIA IN HOT TUBS AND SWIM SPAS

LA CONSOMMATION D’ALCOOL OU DE DROGUE AUGMENTE CONSIDéRABLEMENT LES

RISqUES D’HYPERTHERMIE MORTELLE DANS UNE CUVE DE RELAxATION.

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GLOSSARY OF SWIM SPA TERMINOLOGY

1. TheRapy JeTS

Your new swim spa features a variety of jet styles. All jets, regardless of style return the water to the swim spa. Air is mixed with the water by using the air controls creating a gentle to most vigorous massage. Water flow is adjusted by simply turning the outer face of the jet.

2. JeT dIveRTeR vaLve

Located on the topside of the swim spa, this valve physically diverts the flow of water from one jet zone of the swim spa to another jet zone.

Be sure that no sand or particles are brought into the swim spa as they can cause the diverter to seize up. It is best to turn the diverter valve only when the pump is turned off.

3. aIR cONTROL vaLveS

These are located around the top of your swim spa. You may increase or decrease the force of your jets by opening or closing the air control valves. Typically, one dial controls the air to water ratio and mix to one group of jets. When not in use the air controls should be kept in the closed position, as air bubbles tend to cool the water.

4. TOpSIde cONTROL paNeL

You may safely control all functions from inside or outside your swim spa using the

Topside Control Panel. This Panel is used to control the water temperature, pumps, the swim spa light, automatic filtration cycles and other advanced functions. The digital display will give you a constant temperature readout and will notify you in case of certain malfunctions.

Several user programmable functions are also available.

5. SWIm JeTS

The swim jets are operated by directing the water flow from the pumps to the jets located in the swim end of the spa by turning the diverter valves.

6. peRSONaL RemOTe cONTROL

Your swim spa has an additional remote which allows the user to control the stand up jet therapy cove. By pressing the control one time, you will activate the pump. Press the pad again to turn the pump off.

7. eQUIpmeNT acceSS paNeL

Located behind the side panel below the Topside Control Panel, this area houses the major components responsible for the swim spas operation. Those components include the pumps, heater, control panel box, Ozonator, and LED light system. Pump and equipment placement may vary by model.

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8. acceSS paNeLS

These are located on all four sides of the swim spa. All of the panels are removable should service be required.

Panel “B” Panel “C” Panel “D”

Panel “H” Panel “G” Panel “F”

NOTE: Note: The above drawing illustrates the panel placement on the swim spa.

WARNING: Do Not Remove Access Panels Without Turning Off Power To The Swim Spa.

9. dRaININg yOUR SWIm Spa

Due to the physical size of the swim spa, we recommend draining your swim spa with a submersable sump pump. Draining your swim spa with a conventional swim spa drain is not a reasonable option.

10. WeIR gaTe

The weir gate is the horizontal door located in front of the filters that trap debris in the filter area.

11. SWIm Spa LIghT

Your swim spa lights are designed for safety and are located on the interior walls of your swim spa. The on/off switch is located on the topside control panel.

12. eQUIpmeNT cONTROL SySTem

This houses the wiring and electrical components necessary to operate the swim spa.

13. SWIm Spa heaTeR

This element is an electric heater housed in a stainless steel tube. It is thermostatically controlled and equipped with a high-limit temperature safety shut-off sensor. The high-limit sensor cannot be reset until the temperature within the heater assembly drops several degrees below the shut-off temperature of 108° - 110° F. Should the high-limit switch trip repeatedly, contact your dealer or qualified service representative to diagnose the problem. Your swim spa will heat approximately 1˚- 2˚ per hour, on average when the cover is closed. These times may vary and the swim spa should have a cover installed.

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14. SLIce vaLveS

These valves are used by service personnel to shut off water to the heater, main pump system and secondary pump system so that the water does not need to be drained should the swim spa require service.

*NOTE: Slice valves must be completely open during normal operation.

15. maIN pUmp

The main pump produces water flow through the jets and has a high and low speed. Low speed will produce efficient water circulation during filtration and gentle jet action. High speed should be used for maximum jet action. The water flow may be directed to different areas of the swim spa depending on the position of the diverter controls.

16. SecONdaRy pUmp

This pump produces water flow through the stand up jet system.It also supplies water flow to the swim jets or therapy jets depending on the position of the diverter valve. The second pump can be controlled by the topside panel and also the personal remote mounted on the surface of the swim spa.

17. pUmp UNION

These are used by service personnel to easily service the pumps.

18. heaTeR UNION

These are used by service personnel to easily service the heater.

19. OZONaTOR

Your onzonator will operate in conjunction with the filter system. Ozone is a powerful gas that oxidizes contaminates in the water.

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

!! TRAINER 12, 14, 17, 18 !!

HAVE YOUR ELECTRICIAN READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

BEFORE INSTALLATION BEGINS

Electrical connections made improperly, or the use of wire gauge sizes for incurring power which are too small, may continually blow fuses in the electrical equipment box, may damage the internal electrical controls and components, may be unsafe and in any case will void your warranty.

It is the responsibility of the swim spa owner to ensure that electrical connections are made by a qualified electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code and any local and state electrical codes in force at the time of installation.

These connections must be made in accordance with the wiring diagrams found inside the control box. This equipment has been designed to operate on 60Hz. alternating current only, 240 volts are required. Make sure that power is not applied while performing any electrical installation. A copper bonding lug has been provided on the electrical equipment pack to allow connection to local ground points. The ground wire must be at least 8 AWG copper wire and must be connected securely to a grounded metal structure such as a cold water pipe. All Master

Spas equipment packs are wired for 240 VAC only. The only electrical supply for your swim spa must include a 50 AMP switch or circuit breaker to open all non-grounded supply conductors to comply with section 422-20 of the National

Electrical Code. The disconnect must be readily accessible to the swim spa occupants, but installed at least five feet from the swim spa. A Ground-Fault Circuit

Interrupter (GFCI) must be used to comply with section 680-42 of the National

Electrical Code. A ground fault is a current leak from any one of the supply conductors to ground. A GFCI is designed to automatically shut off power to a piece of equipment when a ground fault is detected.

Power hook-up to the swim spa must be 240 volt 3 wire plus ground (6 AWG copper) 8 AWG copper ground.

Route the cable into the equipment area for final hook-up to terminals inside the control panel. The swim spa must be hooked up to a “dedicated” 240 volt, 50 amp breaker and GFCI. The term “dedicated” means the electrical circuit for the swim spa is not being used for any other electrical items (patio lights, appliances, garage circuits, etc.). If the swim spa is connected to a non-dedicated circuit, overloading will result in “nuisance tripping” which requires resetting of the breaker switch at the house electrical panel.

Rev. 11/11

Permanently Connected Equipment Assembly with Pump(s), Heaters, Luminaine, Ozone, Swim Spa

Side Control(s), Pump shut off device, and Audio/Video Components.

Note: Some of the above components may be optional or not available with every swim spa model.

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

!! TRAINER 19 !!

HAVE YOUR ELECTRICIAN READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

BEFORE INSTALLATION BEGINS

The Trainer 19 swim spa requires two separate electrical power supplies.

A 50 amp dedicated electrical service using #6 AWG copper wire with #8 AWG ground wire should be ran to the Spa Control Pack in the swim spa. This electrical supply should have an external GFCI installed. (See electrical hook-up diagram on page 16).

A 30 amp dedicated electrical service using #8 AWG copper wire with #10 AWG ground wire should be ran to the Swim Control Pack in the swim spa. This electrical supply must be protected by an external GFCI (see electrical hook-up diagram on page 16).

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WIRING SCHEMATIC

WIRING FOR MODELS THAT REqUIRE A SEPARATE GFCI BREAkER

Instruments

Incorporated

Wire Key

Green (Ground)

Red (Hot)

Black (Hot)

White (Neutral)

House Breaker Box

G.F.C.I Breaker Box

BLK (HOT)

RED (HOT)

WHT

GRN

GRN (GROUND)

RED (HOT)

BLK (HOT)

GRN (GROUND)

BLK (HOT)

WHT

RED (HOT)

WHT (NEUTRAL)

TB1

3

4

1

2

5

WHITE (NEUTRAL)

BLACK (HOT)

RED (HOT)

GREEN (GROUND)

NOTE:

For a 240 V dedicated hook-up, the white neutral wire is not required between the G.F.C.I. and the system box.

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* Actual wiring of GFCI will vary by manufacturer of GFCI. The GFCI shown is a Square D.

Improper wiring of GFCI may result in permanent damage to swim spa system box. Repair / replacement of swim spa system box is not covered under warranty when damage results from improper wiring. Actual wire attachment points on the Spa Control Pack and junction box may vary with different models. Always refer to the wiring diagram inside the Spa Control Pack or junction box for proper connection.

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SITE PREPARATION / GENERAL GUIDELINES

Swim spa installation is simple when properly planned. It is important that you read the following information carefully and consult with your Master Spas dealer.

1. Access - The actual dimensions of your new swim spa will determine the amount of space that is needed in moving the swim spa from curbside to its final installation area. Be sure to measure side yard dimensions, gates or doors and vertical obstructions such as roof overhangs and overhead cables. Any other space limiting obstacles such as trees or shrubs must be evaluated.

2. Surface/Pad Requirements - When your new swim spa is filled with water and bathers, it may weigh as much as several tons. It is imperative that the base beneath the swim spa can support the entire weight. The swim spa must be on a uniformly firm, continuous, and level surface. The recommended foundation is a concrete pad with a minimum thickness of four (4) inches with steel reinforcement bars crossed throughout the pad.

ImpORTaNT

Be sure to locate your swim spa so that the equipment remains above grade and is not subject to flooding.

The equipment side(s) of the swim spa must be accessible in the event that future service is needed. In the event that service is required, your dealer will need at least 2 feet of clearance around the perimeter of the swim spa. Periodical maintenance checks require entry into the equipment bay. When possible, it is wise planning for the future to leave access, to all sides of the swim spa in the event your swim spas plumbing requires maintenance. Your swim spa warranty does not cover the cost of providing access for service.

geNeRaL cONSIdeRaTIONS fOR OUTdOOR INSTaLLaTION

Proper planning will increase your total enjoyment factor with your new swim spa. Listed below are some additional items to consider when planning your installation.

• How swim spa will complement landscaping and vice versa

• View from inside swim spa and view of swim spa from inside of home

• Exposure to sunlight and shading from trees

• Privacy

• Getting to swim spa from house and return

• Proximity to dressing rooms and bathrooms

• Storage for swim spa chemicals

• Local building codes (if applicable)

• Power cable

NOTE: The Swim Spa is to be used in private, residential use only. Operating an Swim Spa for commercial use will void the warranty.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Put swim spa in final position that allows for access to equipment and swim spa components.

2.

Remove front skirt panel "A" to access the electrical connections.

3.

Be sure all pump and heater unions are secure. Each pump has 2 unions and the heater has

2 unions. A newly delivered swim spa may have loose unions caused in transporting the swim spa. Check that all slice valves are open, in the up position. The slice valves may become closed during transportation of the swim spa.

4.

Fill the swim spa to the “minimum safe water level” sticker.

5.

Turn on power to the swim spa. If your spa is equipped with two electrical supplies, make sure that they are both turned on. The swim spa will go through its priming mode. This lasts approximately 5 minutes. The purpose of the priming mode is to help insure that the jet pumps have been primed with water and are ready to operate. It may be necessary in some instances to bleed air from the jet pumps in your swim spa, if after the priming mode the swim spa pumps run but do not move water the pump may have an air lock.

Due to the nature of water flow and hydro-therapy pumps, please be advised that air locking of pumps may occur. Master Spas, Inc. has taken measures to reduce the possibility of this, but it still may occur, especially after filling the swim spa. This is not a service covered by the warranty and service charges may apply.

To relieve an airlock situation, loosen the pump union on the discharge of the pump. This pump union is indicated by an arrow in the picture below. Water should leak out of the union once the air has been removed. Tighten the union and test the pump for proper operation. Repeat this process if needed.

Pump Union

Slice Valve

Airlock

6.

Be sure the jets in your Swim spa are open. See 47 page for removal instructions.

7.

Adjust water chemistry according to the instructions provided in the Swim Spa “Water quality

Maintenance” Section.

8.

Your swim spa water will heat approximately 1° - 2° per hour, on average. Times may vary.

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WATER CHEMISTRY TERMS

YOU SHOULD kNOW

Before jumping into the Swim Spa Water maintenance, here are some terms to help you.

1. Parts per million, or ppm: This is a form of measurement used in most pool or swim spa chemical readings. Best described as any one million like items of equal size and make up, next to one unlike item, but of equal size. This would be one part per million.

2. Total Alkalinity: This is a measurement of the ability of the water to resist changes in pH. Put another way, it is the water’s ability to maintain proper pH. Total alkalinity is measured in parts per million from 0 to 400 plus, with 80 to 120 ppm being the best range for swim spas.

With low alkalinity, the pH will flip, or change back and forth, and be hard to control. With high alkalinity it becomes extremely difficult to change the pH.

3. pH or potential hydrogen: This is a measurement of the active acidity in the water, or it is the measurement of the concentration of active hydrogen ions in the water. The greater the concentration of active hydrogen ions, the lower the pH. pH is not measured in parts per million, but on a scale from 0 to 14, with 7 being the neutral. In swim spas when ever possible, a measurement between 7.2 and 7.8 is best. Whenever possible, it should be between 7.4 and 7.6. With low pH, the results can be corroded metals, etched and stained plaster, stained fiberglass or acrylic, eye / skin irritation, rapid chlorine or bromine loss, and total alkalinity destruction. With high pH, the results can be cloudy water, eye / skin irritation, scale formation and poor chlorine or bromine efficiency.

4. Shocking: This is when you add either extra chlorine (superchlorinate) by raising the chlorine level above 8 ppm, or add a non-chlorine shock (potassium monoperoxysulfate or potassium monopersulfate) to burn off the chloramines or bromamines. A non-chlorine shock acts by releasing oxygen in the water, which serves the same function as chlorine. The advantage to using non-chlorine shock, is you can enter the water within 15 minutes after shocking. Using chlorine, you must wait until the total chlorine reading is below 5 ppm. One thing to remember, a non-chlorine shock will not kill bacteria or disinfect.

5. Sequestering: This can be defined as the ability to form a chemical complex which remains in solution, despite the presence of a precipitating agent (i.e. calcium and metals). Common names for sequestering chemicals are; minquest, stain and scale control, metal-x, swim spa defender, swim spa metal gone, (etc.).

6. Filtration: Filters are necessary to remove particles of dust, dirt, algae, etc. that are continuously entering the water. If the swim spa is not operated long enough each day for the filter to do a proper job, this puts a burden on the chemicals, causing extra expense. A spare cartridge should be kept on hand to make it easy to frequently clean the cartridge without the need for a long shut down. This will also allow the cartridge to dry out between usages, which will increase the cartridge life span as much as twice. Replace the cartridge when the pleats begin to deteriorate. Cartridge cleaning should be done a minimum of once a month.

More often with a heavy bather load.

7. Sanitizers: This is what kills the germs and bacteria that enter the water from the environment and the human body.

A. Chlorine

1. Only one type of chlorine is approved for swim spa use: Sodium dichlor which is granular, fast dissolving, and PH neutral chlorine.

2. Chlorine is an immediate sanitizer.

B. Bromine (Note: Bromine use is not recommended with Eco Pur filters.)

1. Two types of tablets.

a. Hydrotech

b. Lonza

2. Bromine is a slow dissolve chemical and may take a few days to develop a reserve or reading in the water.

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WATER CHEMISTRY TERMS

YOU SHOULD kNOW

8. Total dissolved solids (TDS): Materials that have been dissolved by the water. i.e. Like what happens when you put sugar in coffee or tea.

9. Useful life of water (in days): Water should be drained at least once every 180 days.

Useful life may vary by usage and bather load.

10. Defoamer: Foaming may be caused by body oils, cosmetics, lotions, surface cleaners, high pH or algeacides as well as other organic materials. Low levels of calcium or sanitizer can also cause foaming. Also, double rinse your bathing suits as they will hold residual soap after being washed.

11. Calcium hardness: Water that is too hard (over 250 ppm) can promote scale formation in components and on swim spa surface. Water that is too low (below 180 ppm) may also shorten the life of metal components on the swim spa.

NOTE: Always leave swim spa cover open for 15 min. after addnig chemicals to prevent off gas from damaging your cover, pillows and other critical parts.

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THE ADVANTAGES OF ECO PUR

™

Filtration

Eco Pur

™

water filter system is designed to reduce the use of chemicals in your spa. You will still be required, periodically, based on usage to add a small amount of chlorine to oxidize organic compounds in the water. The Eco Pur

™

filter system will not eliminate the need to maintain proper water chemistry but can make the maintenance a more natural experience.

Features

• The Eco Pur™ filter system will not oxidize organic compounds and will require periodic doses of chlorine to assist in the sanitization and oxidation processes required to maintain clear spa water.

• Eco Pur™ filter system will not alter the ph of spa water. The Eco Pur™ filter system will actually aid in stabilizing the ph. Eco Pur™ does not alter the (TDS) total dissolved solids.

• The main function of the Eco Pur™ filter system is to provide clean and clear spa water.

Proper chemical balance and filtration are also key components in maintaining healthy spa water. Always ensure that the ph and total alkalinity of the spa water is checked and balanced at all times. To ensure proper filtration, clean the regular filter cartridge with a “filter cleaner” every 30 days and rinse the Eco Pur™ cartridge with a hose to remove any buildup of containments. (Do not soak the Eco Pur™ cartridge in filter cleaner.) If water appears to be visually cloudy, dull, or has an odor, shock the spa water with 1 ounce of chlorine* to remove excessive containments. When cleaning filters, be sure to never have the pumps (including the circulation pump) running without the filters in place. Failure to do so may result in debris being drawn into the pumps causing unwarranted damage.

• Helps remove calcium carbonate and hydrogen sulphide from spa water to protect heaters and equipment from precipitation.

• Helps stabilize the pH and alkalinity of the spa water.

• Helps reduce chemical usage and still provide safe odor-free water.

• Helps deplete excess chlorine after chemical shock to prevent damage to skin, hair, and swim wear.

• Helps to produce ultra clean and clear water.

Note: Eco Pur

™

filters are not recommended for use with Bromine. Consult your dealer for additional information.

Master Spas, Inc. products are not designed to be used with Biquanides. These chemicals are found in SoftSwim

®

and Baqua Spa

®

products. Due to adverse effects from these types of sanitizers, the use of these products may void the spa warranty.

WATER QUALITY MAINTENANCE START-UP

For eco Pur

™

Water Filter system

dealer. This Pre-filter will help remove many of the minerals existing in the water, which will make adjusting the water balance easier after a new fill. Never use more then 50% softened water when filling the spa.

Step 2: During the initial filling of the spa, add a sequestering agent to combat suspended minerals in the water. The agents are sold under many different names such as Mineral

Clear, Stain and Scale, Metal Protect, and other brands. Allow water to circulate and filter for at least 12 hours before adding any other chemicals. and the total Alkalinity 80-150 PPM. Calcium hardness levels should be maintained between 150 and 250 PPM (part per million).

Wait 15 minutes, test and adjust if necessary.

in Step 3.

on initial start up to begin sanitizing the spa water. Always refer to the chemical manufactures dosage recommendations listed on the container. It is important not to add the chlorinating granules until the pH, alkalinity and calcium hardness have been adjusted to their proper levels.

*sPeCIaL NOte:

We recommend a minimum level of 1.0 ppm residual chlorine be maintained in spa water. Always refer to the chemical manufacturer’s dosage recommendations listed on the container.

When adding chlorine or non-chlorine shock/oxidizer always broadcast across the water while the pumps are running.

The quantities of sanitizer and oxidizer shown in this manual are for 500 gallon spas and may have to be adjusted depending on the actual amount of water that your spa holds. See the specifications section of this manual for the correct gallons of your spa.

The concentration of active ingredients in spa chemicals varies by manufacturer. The amounts of sanitizer suggested in this manual are based on spa chemicals that have the active ingredient percentages listed below:

Chlorine

Active ingredient:

Sodium dichlor ................................. 99%

Other ingredients ................................ 1%

Total ............................................... 100%

Non-Chlorine Shock/ Oxidizer

Active ingredient:

Potassium peroxymonosulfate ....................... 42.8%

Inert ingredients ............................................ 57.2%

Total............................................................ 100%

WATER QUALITY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - ECO PUR™

BeFOre eaCH use

Check spa water with a test strip for proper sanitation levels and adjust accordingly to the proper levels. Free chlorine level should be 1-3 ppm.

ONCe a WeeK

Add 1 ounce of non-chlorine shock/oxidizer* or chlorine* to spa to help maintain the water quality.

3 tIMes a WeeK

Test water using chemical test strips. Adjust sanitizer, pH and Alkalinity accordingly. The total alkalinity should be between 80 - 150 ppm and the PH should be between 7.2 - 7.8.

ONCe a MONtH

Soak your regular filter elements overnight in a container with spa Filter Cleaner and then rinse with clean water. For best results, allow the filter to dry before re-inserting. (The Eco Pur

™

mineral element should never be cleaned in a filter cleaner. Just rinse with water.) When cleaning filters, be sure to never have the pumps (including the circulation pump) running without the filters in place.

Failure to do so may result in debris being drawn into the pumps causing unwarranted damage.

See the “clean your filter elements” in the maintenance section of this manual for more information.

eVerY 180 DaYs

Drain and refill your spa with fresh water, install a new Eco Pur

™

filter element, clean the regular filter, and repeat start up procedure. The regular filter should be replaced at least once every year.

aFter eaCH use

Add 1 ounce of non-chlorine shock/oxidizer* or 1/2 ounce of chlorine* to the spa water.

*sPeCIaL NOte:



The quantities of sanitizer and non-chlorine oxidizer shown in this manual are for 500 gallon spas and may have to be adjusted depending on the actual amount of water that your spa holds. See the specifications section of this manual for the correct gallons of your spa.


Chlorine

Active ingredient:

Sodium dichlor ................................. 99%


Total ............................................... 100%


Active ingredient:



Total............................................................ 100%

WATER QUALITY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE -

ECO PUR™ (continued) as NeeDeD

If water looks hazy, check PH and Total Alkilinity, and treat with 1 ounce of chlorine*. Always refer to the chemical manufactures dosage recommendations listed on the container.

These are general recommendations for water quality maintenance that may vary by usage and or bather load. Depending on bather load and frequency of use, drain and refill times may vary as well as the frequency of cleaning your filters.

A defoamer may be used when excessive foaming occurs. Over use of a defoamer will result in cloudy, milky water.

use ONLY sPa CHeMICaLs

Do not use chemicals designed for use in swimming pools.

With a spa you are working with a small volume of hot water compared to a large volume of relatively cool water in a swimming pool. Because of this chemicals will have a shorted life span and bacteria can grow more quickly than in a swimming pool. A spa is less forgiving then a pool and requires that whatever is put into it have a pH as close to neutral as possible. That is why only chemicals made for spas should be used. Always refer to the chemical manufactures dosage recommendations listed on the container.

*sPeCIaL NOte:



The quantities of sanitizer and oxidizer shown in this manual are for 500 gallon spas and may have to be adjusted depending on the actual amount of water that your spa holds. See the specifications section of this manual for the correct gallons of your spa.


Chlorine

Active ingredient:

Sodium dichlor ................................. 99%


Total ............................................... 100%


Active ingredient:



Total............................................................ 100%

SWIM SPA WATER MAINTENANCE

TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDe

PRObLEM

Water Odor

POSSIbLE CAUSES

Chlorine / Bromine Odor • Excessive Chlorine or bromine levels

• Low pH

• Low levels of sanitizer

HOW TO FIX IT

• Shock water with non-chlorine shock treatment

• Adjust pH if necessary

• Shock water with non-chlorine shock treatment or adjust sanitizer levels

Cloudy Water

• pH out of range

• Bacteria or algae growth

• Dirty filters or inadequate filtration

• Adjust pH level if necessary

• Adjust sanitizer if necessary

• Clean filters and adjust filtration times

• Water chemistry not balanced • Adjust chemistry levels

• Suspended particles or organic materials

• Add spa clarifier (see dealer)

• Old water

Scum Ring Around Spa • Build up of oils, dirt and organic elements

Eye / Skin Irritation • Unsanitary water

• Change spa water

• Wipe off with a clean towel add an enzyme product.

• Shock spa with non-chlorine shock

• Free chlorine level above 5 ppm • Allow level to drop below 5 ppm

Foaming

• Poor sanitizer / pH levels

• High levels of body oils, lotions, soap, etc.

• Adjust according to spa test strip results

• Add small amount of defoamer

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RECOMMENDED LEvELS OF CHEMICAL

Chlorine 1.0 - 3.0 ppm pH 7.2 - 7.8

Total Alkalinity 80 - 150 ppm

Calcium Hardness 180 - 250 ppm

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WHY CHEMICALS ARE IMPORTANT

IN A SWIM SPA

1. evaporation:

As water evaporates, only pure water evaporates, leaving the salts, minerals, metals, and any unused chemicals behind. Adding water adds more salts, minerals, and metals. In time, the water can become saturated with these dissolved solids and can cause stains or scale to form on the walls of the swim spa or a scale build up inside the equipment. Colored or cloudy water, and possible corrosion of plumbing and fittings may also occur.

2. heat:

Heat causes much quicker evaporation and also will cause minerals and metals to precipitate out of solution.

3. air:

Dust and airborne dirt particles are introduced into the swim spa.

4. environment:

The environment surrounding the swim spa can also impact the water quality. Items such as pollen, grass, sand, dirt, lawn fertilizer, airborne dust, insects, leaves, and pets can all affect the water quality of the swim spa.

Remember:

The maintenance routines set forth in this manual may need to be adjusted depending on how much the swim spa is being used.

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MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS

Your swim spa requires periodic draining and cleaning to ensure a safe, healthy environment. It is recommended that you clean your swim spa at least every 180 days. Heavy bather load will require cleaning it more often.

dRaIN yOUR SWIm Spa

• See page 12.

cLeaN yOUR SWIm Spa SURface

• With a soft cloth, wipe down the swim spa surface with a non-abrasive swim spa surface cleaner that may be purchased through your local dealer. Do not use paper towels. Be sure to rinse residue from swim spa surface.

• If your swim spa has developed an oily or chalky residue at the waterline it may require special treatment. Consult your dealer.

RefILL yOUR SWIm Spa

• Fill the swim spa with water and be sure that water level is above the skimmer opening at the minimum safe water level sticker.

• Refer to the start-up section for specific instructions.

cLeaN yOUR fILTeR eLemeNTS

(also reference page 52)

The filter in your swim spa is one of the most important components of your swim spa. It not only is essential for clean water, but also for extending the life of the swim spa equipment. Your filter elements must be cleaned regularly (once a month on average) with normal swim spa use. With heavy use, they will need to be cleaned more often.

• The filter elements are one of the most important components of your swim spa. Not only are they essential for clean water, but they also extend the life of the swim spa equipment. Your filter elements should be cleaned on a regular basis, once a month on average with normal usage.

With heavy use the filters may need to be cleaned more often.

• Turn off the swim spa before servicing filters. Never leave to the swim spa running when removing the filters. Debris can be pulled into the plumbing system and cause unwarranted damage.

• With a garden hose, spray each element under pressure. Periodically, the elements need to be soaked in a filter cleaner compound. Check with your dealer for details on cleaning and/or filter replacement recommendations. Do not soak the Eco Pur filter cartridge in any cleaners.

• Replace filter elements.

• Be sure water level is adequate.

• Turn swim spa on.

caRe Of yOUR SWIm Spa pILLOWS

• Your swim spa pillows need to be rinsed periodically to remove any chemical residue. This should help to eliminate pillows becoming stiff and discolored.

• If the swim spa will not be used for a period of time, the pillows should be removed to extend their useful life.

NOTE: Do not cover the spa for 15 minutes after adding chemicals as the off gas can cause unwarranted damage.

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MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS caRe Of LamINaR fLOW JeTS:

• In order to keep your Laminar Flow jets operating properly, follow these instructions in sequence:

- Turn off Laminar Flow jets

- Remove outer ring by turning face counter clockwise

- Remove internal jet insert with a pair of needle nose pliers

- Clean plastic filter at the back of the jet insert so all holes are free of debris

- Reinstall jet insert and outer ring

NOTE: To prevent premature failure of your spa cover, always turn Laminar Flow jets down so that they do not hit the cover when the cover is closed. You do not want to completely turn jets off.

Doing so may cause a build up of stagnant water in the water line if not used often.

STaINLeSS STeeL

Master Spas uses stainless steel in a number of our spas. Its lasting beauty and resistance to corrosion make it an excellent material for handrails and jets faces.

With the proper care it will keep its luster for many years. All stainless steel can corrode given the right circumstances so we have provided a guide to help you keep the stainless components in your spa looking nice.

Stainless steel derives its ability to resist corrosion by forming a very thin transparent coating on the surface when exposed to oxygen. This coating can be damaged by abrasive materials such as steel wool, sand paper, and other cleaning materials that are abrasive. Chlorine salts, sulfides, or other rusting metals can also erode this thin coating exposing the metal to corrosion.

The best defense to combat corrosion on stainless steel components in your spa is make sure that it is kept clean and free of any chemical build up.

always:

• Clean frequently with clear clean water.

• Remove any rust spots as soon as they appear with vinegar or a brass, silver, or chrome cleaner.

• Use a good car cleaning wax for extra protection.

Never:

• Clean with mineral acids or bleaches.

• Clean with steel wool or any other abrasive material.

• Leave in contact with iron, steel any other metals.

Note: failure to take proper care of the stainless steel fixture could result with them rusting. Rusting is not covered by the warranty.

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WINTERIZING YOUR SWIM SPA

Your swim spa is designed to be used year round in any type of climate.

* However, if you decide you don’t want to use your swim spa in the winter, you must drain it and follow the winterizing steps listed below:

1. Due to the physical size of the swim spa, we recommend draining your swim spa with a submersable sump pump. Draining your swim spa with a conventional swim spa drain is not a reasonable option.

2. Use a shop vac to get all standing water out of your unit.

3. Remove access panels from equipment area.

4. Loosen all pump unions

5. Remove winterizing plug from face of the pump(s) where applicable.

6. Using your shop vac in a blowing mode, insert the hose into the nozzle of each jet and blow the trapped water from the lines into the interior of the swim spa.

7. After this is completed, use the shop vac to remove any standing water in the swim spa and in the equipment area.

8. Clean the swim spa with a soft cloth and a non-abrasive swim spa surface cleaner.

9. Replace access panels.

10. Cover swim spa to prevent water from entering the swim spa.

* If you decide to winterize your swim spa, we recommend that you periodically check the swim spa throughout the winter to assure water is not entering the swim spa through or around the swim spa cover.

* Disclaimer: Master Spas does not recommend winterizing your swim spa. If you choose to do so, any damage that may result is not covered under the swim spa warranty.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Trainer 12

Trainer 14

Trainer 17

Trainer 18

Trainer 19

Trainer 19 Deep

Swim Spa

Dimensions

144"x 94"x 51"

174"x 94"x 51"

201"x 94"x 51"

215"x 94"x 60"

231"x 94"x 51"

231"x 94"x 60"

Electrical

Required

240V, 50 Amp

240V, 50 Amp

240V, 50 Amp

240V, 50 Amp

Water

Capacity

(gallons)

1,300

Weight

Dry/Full (lbs.)

1,425

1,925

2,500

240V, 30/50 Amp 2,040

240V, 30/50 Amp 2,270

1,620 /

12,410

2,260 /

14,130

2,700 /

18,735

3,240 /

22,400

2,460 /

19,392

2,900 /

21,742

2

2

2

2

4

4

Number of Pumps

Jet

Count

55

55

45

44

48

48

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Optional Exercise Equipment All

Optional exercise equipment all

The optional exercise equipment package makes it easy to exercise in your own back yard. There are shell mounted clips that are used to fasten the rowing equipment to the swim spa. These clips are located along the sides of your spa next to the grab rails that are placed around the perimeter of the swim area. An optional exercise book is available through your dealer that will show you how to get the most out of the exercise equipment features.

NOTE: DO NOT LEAvE EXERCISE EQUIPMENT INSIDE THE SWIM SPA WHEN NOT IN USE. DO NOT

LEAvE EXERCISE EQUIPMENT OUTSIDE EXPOSED TO ULTRA vIOLET RAYS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE

AbOvE GUIDELINES COULD RESULT IN INJURY.

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Main Menus navigation

Navigating the entire menu structure is done with 2 or 3 buttons on the control panel.

Trainer 19 has a separate controls for each body of water

Some panels have separate WARM (Up) and COOL (Down) buttons, while others have a single Temperature button. In the navigation diagrams Temperature buttons are indicated by a single button icon.

Panels that have two Temperature buttons (Warm and Cool) can use both of them to simplify navigation and programming where a single Temperature icon is shown.

The LIGHT Button is also used to choose the various menus and navigate each section.

Typical use of the Temperature button(s) allows changing the Set Temperature while the numbers are flashing in the LCD. Pressing the LIGHT button while the numbers are flashing will enter the menus.

The menus can be exited with certain button presses. Simply waiting for several seconds will return the panel operation to normal.

Power-up Screens

Each time the System powers up, a series of numbers is displayed.

After the startup sequence of numbers, the system will enter Priming Mode (See Page 3).

SET

Main Screen

READY RANGE FLTR1 SET RANGE

While the Temperature is still flashing, press Light.

Main Screen

READY RANGE FLTR1

Waiting Several Seconds in the Main Menu will allow the display to revert to the Main Screen.

Most changes are not saved unless Light is pressed.

Refer to Key above.

SET READY

Fill it up!

PreParation and Filling

Fill the spa to its correct operating level. Be sure to open all valves and jets in the plumbing system before filling to allow as much air as possible to escape from the plumbing and the control system during the filling process.

After turning the power on at the main power panel, the top-side panel display will go through specific sequences. These sequences are normal and display a variety of information regarding the configuration of the hot tub control.

Priming mode

This mode will last for 4-5 minutes or you can manually exit the priming mode after the pump(s) have primed.

Regardless of whether the priming mode ends automatically or you manually exit the priming mode, the system will automatically return to normal heating and filtering at the end of the priming mode. During the priming mode, the heater is disabled to allow the priming process to be completed without the possibility of energizing the heater under low-flow or no-flow conditions.

Nothing comes on automatically, but the pump(s) can be energized by pushing the “Jet” buttons.

If the spa has a 24 hour Circ Pump, it can be activated by pressing the “Light” button during

Priming Mode.

Priming the PumPs

As soon as the above display appears on the panel, push the “Jet” button once to start Pump 1 in low-speed and then again to switch to high-speed. Also, push the Pump 2 or “Aux” button, if you have a 2nd pump, to turn it on. The pumps will now be running in high-speed to facilitate priming. If the pumps have not primed after 2 minutes, and water is not flowing from the jets in the spa, do not allow the pumps to continue to run. Turn off the pumps and repeat the process. Note: Turning the power off and back on again will initiate a new pump priming session.

Sometimes momentarily turning the pump off and on will help it to prime. Do not do this more than 5 times. If the pump(s) will not prime, shut off the power to the spa and follow the instructions shown for removing air locks in the installation instructions section of this manual.

Important: A pump should not be allowed to run without priming for more than 2 minutes. Under

NO circumstances should a pump be allowed to run without priming beyond the end of the 4-5 minute priming mode. Doing so may cause damage to the pump and cause the system to energize the heater and go into an overheat condition.

exiting Priming mode

You can manually exit Priming Mode by pressing a “Temp” button (Up or Down). Note that if you do not manually exit the priming mode as described above, the priming mode will be automatically terminated after 4-5 minutes. Be sure that the pump(s) have been primed by this time.

Once the system has exited Priming Mode, the top-side panel will momentarily display the set temperature but the display will not show the temperature yet, as shown below. This is because the system requires approximately 1 minute of water flowing through the heater to determine the water temperature and display it.

Spa Behavior

PumPs

Press the “Jets 1” button once to turn pump 1 on or off, and to shift between low- and highspeeds if equipped. If left running, the pump will turn off after a time-out period. The pump 1 low-speed will time out after 30 minutes. The high-speed will time out after 15 minutes.

If the spa is in Ready Mode (See page 6) , Pump 1 low may also activate for at least 1 minute every 30 minutes to detect the spa temperature (polling) and then to heat to the set temperature if needed. When the low-speed turns on automatically, it cannot be deactivated from the panel, however the high speed may be started.

Circulation Pump

The 24 hour circ pump operates continuously with the exception of turning off for 30 minutes at a time when the water temperature reaches 3°F (1.5°C) above the set temperature (most likely to happen in very hot climates).

Filtration and ozone

On non-circ systems, Pump 1 low and the ozone generator will run during filtration. On 24 hour circ systems, the ozone will run with the 24 hour circ pump.

The system is factory-programmed with two filter cycles that will run 10 minutes after power-up.

The filter duration is programmable. (See page 7)

At the start of each filter cycle, Pump 2 (if there is one) will run briefly to purge its plumbing to maintain good water quality.

Freeze ProteCtion

If the temperature sensors within the heater detect a low enough temperature, then the pump(s) automatically activate to provide freeze protection. The pump(s) will run either continuously or periodically depending on conditions. If the temperature sensors detect a drop to below 44°F/6.7°C within the heater, the pump will automatically activate to provide freeze protection. The equipment stays on until 4 minutes after the sensors detect that the spa temperature has risen to 45°F/7.2°C or higher. During freeze protection the heater will not be activated.

Temperature and Temp Range adjusting the set temPerature

When using a panel with Up and Down buttons (Temperature buttons), pressing Up or Down will cause the temperature to flash. Pressing a temperature button again will adjust the set temperature in the direction indicated on the button. When the LCD stops flashing, the spa will heat to the new set temperature when required.

If the panel has a single temperature button, pressing the button will cause the temperature to flash. Pressing the button again will cause the temperature to change in one direction (e.g. UP).

After allowing the display to stop flashing, pressing the Temperature Button will cause the temperature to flash and the next press will change the temperature in the opposite direction

(e.g. DOWN).

The temperature can be set between 80˚F and 104˚F.

Press-and-hold

If a Temperature button is pressed and held when the temperature is flashing, the temperature will continue to change until the button is released. If only one temperature button is available and the limit of the Temperature Range is reached when the button is being held, the progression will reverse direction.

Mode – Ready and Rest

In order for the spa to heat, a pump needs to circulate water through the heater. The pump that performs this function is known as the “heater pump.”

The heater pump can be either a 2-Speed Pump 1 or a 24 hour circulation pump.

If the heater pump is a 2-Speed Pump 1, READY Mode will circulate water every 1/2 hour, using

Pump 1 Low, in order to maintain a constant water temperature, heat as needed, and refresh the temperature display. This is known as “polling.”

REST Mode will only allow heating during programmed filter cycles. Since polling does not occur, the temperature display may not show a current temperature until the heater pump has been running for a minute or two.

24 Hour Circulation Mode ( See Page 4 , under Pumps, for other circulation modes)

If the spa is configured for 24HR circulation, the heater pump runs continuously. Since the heater pump is always running, the spa will maintain set temperature and heat as needed in Ready Mode, without polling.

In Rest Mode, the spa will only heat to set temperature during programmed filter times, even though the water is being filtered constantly when in Circulation Mode.

ready-in-rest mode

READY/REST appears in the display if the spa is in Rest Mode and Jet 1 is pressed. It is assumed that the spa is being used and will heat to set temperature. While Pump 1 High can be turned on and off, Pump 1 Low will run until set temperature is reached, or 1 hour has passed. After 1 hour, the System will revert to Rest Mode. This mode can also be reset by entering the Mode Menu and changing the Mode.

Main Screen Main Screen

REST RANGE

J

READY/REST RANGE

Flip (Invert Display) note:

Some panels may have a dedicated FLIP button, which allows the user to flip the display with a single button-press.

Adjusting Filtration main Filtration

Filter cycles are set using a duration. Each setting can be adjusted in 1-hour increments. Filter Cycle

1 and Filter Cycle 2 (if enabled) are set to the same duration.

Main Screen

READY RANGE FLTR12 SET RANGE

While the Temperature is still flashing, press Light repeatedly until FLTR appears in the LCD.

Sets Filter length in hours

SET FLTR12

To Set

*****

Several Seconds

READY

Reverts to Original Setting

Main Screen

RANGE FLTR12

If Filter Cycle 2 is enabled, Filter 12 will appear in the LCD. If Filter is disabled, Filter 1 will appear.

Purge CyCles

In order to maintain sanitary conditions, secondary Pumps will purge water from their respective plumbing by running briefly at the beginning of each filter cycle.

General Messages

Priming mode

Each time the spa is powered up, it will enter Priming Mode. The purpose of Priming Mode is to allow the user to run each pump and manually verify that the pumps are primed (air is purged) and water is flowing. This typically requires observing the output of each pump separately, and is generally not possible in normal operation. Priming Mode lasts 4 minutes, but you can exit it earlier by pressing any Temp button. The heater is not allowed to run during Priming Mode.

NOTE: If your spa has a 24 hour Circ Pump, it will turn on with Jets 1 in Priming Mode.

The 24 hour Circ Pump will run by itself when Priming Mode is exited.

Water temPerature is unknoWn

After the pump has been running for 1 minute, the temperature will be displayed.

too Cold - Freeze ProteCtion

A potential freeze condition has been detected, and all pumps are activated. All pumps are ON for at least 4 minutes after the potential freeze condition has ended.

In some cases, pumps may turn on and off and the heater may operate during Freeze Protection.

This is an operational message, not an error indication.

Water is too hot (ohs)

One of the water temp sensors has detected spa water temp 110°F (43.3°C) and spa functions are disabled. System will auto reset when the spa water temp is below 108°F (42.2°C). Check for extended pump operation or high ambient temp.

* This message can be reset from the topside panel with any button press.

Heater-Related Messages heater FloW is reduCed (hFl)

There may not be enough water flow through the heater to carry the heat away from the heating element. Heater start up will begin again after about 1 min. See “Flow Related Checks” below.

heater FloW is reduCed (lF)*

There is not enough water flow through the heater to carry the heat away from the heating element and the heater has been disabled. See “Flow Related Checks” below. After the problem has been resolved, you must press any button to reset and begin heater start up.

heater may be dry (dr)*

Possible dry heater, or not enough water in the heater to start it. The spa is shut down for 15 min.

Press any button to reset the heater start-up. See “Flow Related Checks” below.

heater is dry*

There is not enough water in the heater to start it. The spa is shut down. After the problem has been resolved, you must press any button to reset and restart heater start up. See “Flow Related

Checks” below.

heater is too hot (ohh)*

One of the water temp sensors has detected 118°f (47.8°C) in the heater and the spa is shut down. You must press any button to reset when water is below 108°f (42.2°C). See “Flow Related

Checks” below.

a reset message may aPPear With other messages.

Some errors may require power to be removed and restored.

FloW-related CheCks

Check for low water level, suction flow restrictions, closed valves, trapped air, too many closed jets and pump prime.

On some systems even when spa is shut down, some equipment may occasionally turn on to continue monitoring temperature or if freeze protection is needed.


Sensor-Related Messages sensor balanCe is Poor

The temperature sensors MAY be out of sync by 2°F or 3°F. Call for Service.

sensor balanCe is Poor*

The temperature sensors are out of sync. The Sensor Balance is poor fault has been established for at least 1 hour. Call for Service.

sensor Failure – sensor a, sensor b

A temperature sensor or sensor circuit has failed. Call for Service.

Miscellaneous Messages no CommuniCations

The control panel is not receiving communication from the System. Call for Service.

°F or °C is rePlaCed by °t

The Control System is in Test Mode. Call for Service.


System-Related Messages memory Failure - CheCksum error*

At Power-Up, the system has failed the Program Checksum Test. This indicates a problem with the firmware (operation program) and requires a service call.

memory Warning - Persistent memory reset*

Appears after any system setup change. Contact your dealer or service organization if this message appears on more than one power-up, or if it appears after the system has been running normally for a period of time.

memory Failure - CloCk error*

Contact your dealer or service organization.

ConFiguration error – sPa Will not start uP

Contact your dealer or service organization.

a PumP aPPears to be stuCk on

Water may be overheated. POWER DOWN THE SPA. DO NOT ENTER THE WATER. Contact your dealer or service organization.

a PumP aPPears to have been stuCk on When sPa Was last

PoWered – m035

POWER DOWN THE SPA. DO NOT ENTER THE WATER. Contact your dealer or service organization.


deluxe fusion audio system aquavibe audio system

Warning: Never remain in your spa longer than 15 minutes per session when the water temperature is above 98˚F. If you wish to spend more time in your spa, whether enjoying music, or just lounging, be sure to keep the spa water at or below body temperature (98.6˚F).

*Please refer to your stereo Owner’s Manual for specific operations.

Optional Stereo Docking Station

Your spa is equipped with an iPod™ docking station that will allow you to listen to personal selections through the audio system of the spa. This audio system also has an FM only radio receiver that can be used to listen to local FM broadcasts. Due to varying signal conditions the FM radio reception may be limited.

The docking station is compatible with most iPod™ products. Master Spas, Inc. does not guarantee compatibility with all iPod™ products due to software changes and upgrades.

The wireless remote provided with the spa is water resistant, but should never be left in the spa when not in use.

Power On

To activate the Digital Media Locker™, press the on/off button, standby mode will be indicated by a red LED. ON mode will be indicated by a blue LED. When the unit is in the standby position the red

LED will be lit.

Remote Synchronizing

Press and hold MODE button on the remote. The display will then show “pair”. Keep pressing this key. Then press the power button on the locker from off(no light) to standby (red light)to pair with the locker. If the pairing is successful it will show “welcome” and the LED on the locker will turn blue.

If pair is not successful. Please repeat the step above.

Each Digital Media Locker™ comes with a matching RF (Radio Frequency) Wireless LCD Remote control. This remote is required use any functions on the unit.For any additional remote controls, you will need to activate/Synchronize those remote controls to the main unit by following the steps above.

The remote control uses state-of-the-art technology and will inform you if the dock is receiving the command from the remote control. In any case,if the LCD displays “NO LINK” this means that your

Locker is off or remote control is out of reception range.

Each Digital Media Locker™ comes with a matching RF (Radio Frequency) Wireless LCD remote control. This remote is required to use any functions on the unit. For any additional remote controls you will need to activate/synchronize those remote controls to the stereo by following the steps above.

If you lose your remote control and buy a replacement, follow the steps above to pair/synchronize before normal usage.

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button locations and functions

1. Power and Mode Button:

Power Button: Press to turn the entertainment center on. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to turn the unit off.

Mode Button: Press to select between input sources:

Radio: FM tuner.

iPOD: 30-pin connector. (Can be selected only when connected to a device).

Aux in 1: 3.5mm jack.

Aux in 2: Rear RCA connectors.

Bluetooth: Wireless connectivity.

bass, treble, balance, fader, equalizer, area, loudness and local/distance settings.

6. Track Buttons:

Radio Mode: Press for automatic seek up or seek down of radio stations. Press and hold to activate manual tuning.

iPOD or Bluetooth Mode: Press to select the next or previous tracks.

volume level.

for random controls in IPOD and Bluetooth modes.

handle to open the door.

repeat controls in iPOD and Bluetooth modes.

4. Play/Pause Button ( ):

Radio or Auxiliary Mode: Press to mute the audio.

iPOD or Bluetooth Mode: Press to pause playback.

information, in the radio mode the radio frequency and in iPOD and supported

Bluetooth modes song information is displayed.

10. 3.5mm Jack: Plug a cable into the 3.5mm jack then into a device (MP3 player or phone) with a 3.5mm socket. The unit will not control the device, it simply allows the audio to be played through the system.

button locations and functions (cont.)

11. Interior Light: When the unit is turned on the LEDs will automatically illuminate the interior compartment.

12. Reset/Pair Button (Reset): Press to reset the microprocessor or pair a wireless remote.

13. USB Charging Socket: To charge a device plug the cable into the USB socket then into the device. Note: The unit will not control the device. The cable will not transfer audio into the entertainment center.

14. Mounting Straps: Holds your device securely inside the unit.

15. 30-pin Connector for Apple Products: Plug the 30-pin connector in an iPOD, iTOUCH or iPHONE. Use the track button to select the desired song.

Remote Control Button Locations and

Functions (Optional)

Wireless Remote Controller

mation, in the radio mode the radio frequency is displayed.

bass, treble, balance, fader, equalizer, area, loudness and local/distance settings.

for random controls in IPOD and Bluetooth mode.

3. Power and Mode Buttons:

Wireless Remote Controller’s Power Button:

Press to turn on the entertainment center on. Press again to turn the unit off.

Mode Button: Press to select between input sources:

Radio: FM tuner.

iPOD: 30-pin connector. (Can be selected only when a device is connected).

Aux in 1: 3.5mm jack.

Bluetooth: Wireless connectivity.

volume level.

7. Track Buttons:

Radio Mode: Press for automatic seek up or down for radio stations. Press and hold to activate manual tuning.

iPOD or Bluetooth Mode: Press to select the next or previous tracks.

8. Play/Pause Button ( ):

Radio or Auxiliary Modes: Press to mute the audio. Press again to restore audio.

iPOD or Bluetooth Mode: Press to pause play back. Press again to resume play.

repeat controls in IPOD and Bluetooth mode.

Note 1: The wireless remote controller’s display will disappear after approximately 30 seconds of no button activity to conserve it’s battery. Press any button on the remote controller and the LCD display will be restored.

Note 2: When the main unit is turned off, the wireless remote controller’s display will disappear to conserve it’s battery. Press any button on the remote controller to restore the remote’s display. Then press the button to turn on the entertainment center.

bluetooth operation

Pairing Bluetooth Devices:

mobile device and activate the Bluetooth feature.

2. Press the ment center.

button to turn on the entertaindevices. Select ”AQUAVIBE” to connect to the unit.

” will appear in the entertainment center’s display.

appears in the display. Bluetooth audio from your mobile device can now be played through the entertainment center.

Note 1: A previously paired Bluetooth mobile device will automatically connect to the entertainment center when “BT AUDIO” is selected using the MODE button (if it is within range).

Note 2: If the Bluetooth mobile device is already paired with the entertainment center, select “AQUAVIBE” on your phone and touch

“Connect”.

Bluetooth Operation:

Note: Devices with AVRCP 1.3 or above will display text, all other device will simply show

“BT AUDIO”

Play/Pause Button: Press the button to pause the Bluetooth playback. Press again to resume playback. Note: The Entertainment Center display will not show the playback is pause. The mobile device will show that the playback is paused.

Changing the Track:

Press the TRACK button to select a higher track. Press the TRACK button to select a lower track.

Sound Controls: Use the sound controls on the main unit to adjust the volume and sound quality. Note: For optimum sound quality make sure the media volume on the device is set at 75% or greater.

Random Controls: Press the RDM button for random controls. Selecting “RDM ON” will randomly play tracks. Selecting “RDM OFF” will cancel random play.

Repeat Controls: Press the RPT button for repeat controls. Selecting “RPT ONE” will repeatedly play a track. Selecting “RPT ALL” will repeatedly play all the tracks. Selecting “RPT OFF” will cancel repeat play

Note: During Bluetooth audio streaming the multimedia device (IPHONE/smart phone) can be placed in the dock and charged by the USB socket.

radio operation

MODE

RDM

SE L

TRAC K VO L

Aux In 1 Charge Only

Switching from US to Europe Radio Tuning

Note: Do not change if using in North America.

display.

2. Press the VOL button and “AREA EUR” will appear in the display.

Note: The unit will leave feature programing after 5 seconds of no button activity.

Programming a Wireless Remote Controller

1. To pair the wireless remote with the dock push and hold the MODE button on the remote controller until

“PAIR” appears in it’s display

2. While still holding the MODE button on the wireless remote controller, press the RESET button in the interior of the waterproof compartment to pair the devices.

3. If the pairing is successful, the dock will restart and

“PAIR” will disappear from the remote’s display.

Release the MODE button on the remote controller.

MODE

RDM

RPT

SEL

TRAC K VO L

Aux In 1

Reset

Charge Only

MODEL: AQ-DM-4UBT_KEY

FILE NAME: IB-DM-4UBT_KEY_manual_103112

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

RF LCD WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL

A

AUDIO MODE

deluxe fusion audio system

DIRREPEAT DIR+ RANDOM

C

ltem Description

A

B

C

Remote Control LCD

Remote Control Buttons

Battery Door.

1/DIR-

2/Repeat

3/DIR+

Fast

Rewind

Pause/

Play

Fast

Forward

Buttons

Power

12V trigger

/Random

Volume up

Volume down

Mode

Audio

MODE

AUDIO

+

-

1

2

3

Music Mode FM Radio Mode

Press once: toggle from Operation mode to Standby mode or vise versa.

Press once: random function

Press and hold: Toggle external power

Press once: Volume UP a value

Press and hold: Fast volume up

Press once: Volume DOWN a value

Press and hold: Fast volume down

Press once: Change the source.

Press and hold: Pair

Press once: Enter BALFADDSP-LOUD-VOL

Press once: back to previous folder.

Press and hold: back to previous folder.

Press once: repeat function.

Press and hold: repeat function.

Press once: to next folder.

Press and hold: to next folder.

Press once: Last track

Press and hold: Fast Rewind

Press once:Play/Pause

Press and hold: Play/Pause

Press once: Next track

Press and hold: Fast Forward

Press once: No

Press and hold: function.

Toggle external power

Press once: Volume UP a value

Press and hold: Fast volume up

Press once: Volume DOWN a value

Press and hold: Fast volume down

Press once: Change the source.

Press and hold: Pair

Press once: Enter BAS-TRE-BAL-FAD-DSP

-AREA-LOUD-DX-STEREO-VOL.

Press once: Listen to the station which in the No.1

Press and hold: stored a station into No.1.





Press once: seek down

Press and hold: change to manual scanning

Press once: toggle mute

Press and hold: toggle mute

Press once: seek up.

Press and hold: change to manual scanning

In order to prolong remote battery life the LCD will shut off in 20 seconds if no other button is pressed. To turn remote back on press

aquavibe audio system

any key

Shut off DSP to access control of Bass and Treble control

once and then

CAUTION –

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Risk of Electric Shock. Do not leave compartment door open.

CAUTION –

Risk of Electric Shock. Replace components only with identical components; and

Do not operate the Audio / Video controls while inside the spa.

WARNING –

Prevent Electrocution. Do not connect any auxiliary components (for example cable, additional speakers, headphones, additional Audio / Video components, etc.) to the system.

NOTE: These units are not provided with an outdoor antennae; when provided, it should be installed in accordance with article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI

/ NFPA 70.

NOTE: Do not service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other risk of injury. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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SWIM SPA TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

NOThINg ON The SWIm Spa OpeRaTeS-

1. Check the control panel display for any messages. If there is a message, refer to the diagnostic section on that model swim spa. There you will find the meaning of the message and what action is to be taken.

2. If there is no message on the control panel, check and reset the GFCI breaker. GFCI breaker will be located external to the swim spa.

* The swim spa GFCI breaker or disconnect should be located in a weather proof box close to the spa, but no closer then 5 feet.

If the swim spa does not respond, contact your local service company.

pUmp(S) dO NOT OpeRaTe -

1. Press the “jets” button on your control panel.

If you hear the pumps trying to operate:

A. Check that all the slice valves are open. See photo on page 13.

B. Pump may need to be primed. See page 18.

C. Check that the air controls are open. See photo on page 11.

If you do not hear anything from the pump, contact your local service company.

pOOR JeT peRfORmaNce

1. Make sure pump is operating

2. Check that the water level is adequate (up to minimum safe water level side)

3. Make sure the jets are open and the air controls are open. See page 11.

4. Check for dirty filters. Clean if necessary.

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SWIM SPA TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

SWIm Spa NOT heaTINg

* If the swim spas heater has failed, the majority of the time it will trip the GFCI breaker. If the swim spa is not heating and has not tripped the breaker, please follow these steps:

1. Check the control panel for diagnostic messages. Refer to your swim spa models diagnostic message area in previous sections. Follow steps to alleviate message.

2. Check water set temperature at control panel.

3. Check for dirty filters. Clean if necessary.

4. Check the “heat mode” that the swim spa is set in. The swim spa should be set in the ready mode depending on the model.

5. Check the control panel for heat light indicator. If the light is on and not blinking the swim spa should be heating. Wait a reasonable amount of time (approximately 1 hour) to see if the water temperature is rising.

6. Check to make sure that the pump is primed and all slice valves are open.

7. Reset power to the swim spa at GFCI breaker.

8. If swim spa is still not heating, contact your dealer for service.

gfcI IS TRIppINg

A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is required by the National Electrical Code for your protection. The tripping of the GFCI may be caused by a component on the swim spa or by an electrical problem. Electrical problems include but are not limited to, a faulty GFCI breaker, swim spa component, power fluctuations, or improper wiring. It may be necessary to contact an electrician if your dealer recommends doing so.

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REGULAR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Note: These are maintenance procedures are the responsibility of the swim spa owner to perform.

These procedures are not covered by the swim spa warranty.

cLeaNINg JeTS

The majority of jets in your swim spa can individually be turned on/off. If any of these jets become hard to turn, it will be necessary to remove the jet to clean it as grit/sand and mineral deposit may be present.

The jets in your swim spa can be removed for cleaning by unscrewing them (counter clockwise) and then pulling out the jet.

To clean Jets

Place the jet(s) in a bucket, fully immerse in white vinegar. Let the jet(s) soak overnight and then rinse with water. It may be necessary to clean grit and deposits from the white jet body (mounted in the spa shell) by using a small bristled brush.

cLeaNINg dIveRTeR vaLveS

Mineral deposits, grit and sand may get into the internal parts of the diverter valves over time. The diverter valves may become difficult to turn or not turn at all.

Remove the handle from the top of diverter valve by gently prying up on both sides of the handle assembly at the same time.

Turn the cap piece counter clockwise. It may be necessary to put a clean rag over the cap and turn it with a wrench.

Once loose, the cap and handle can be pulled up out of the white plumbing fitting.

Wipe down the internal piece that attaches to the cap and handle.

Soak the cap and handle in white vinegar.

The white plumbing fitting should also be wiped down. If the surface of the white plumbing has become too abrasive, you can take wet, fine sandpaper and smooth it out. It is also helpful to use a lubricant (use silicone based, not petroleum based) to allow for an easier turn of the diverter handle.

Rinse the diverter internals and reassemble.

In the future, it is helpful to turn the diverter valve only when the pump is not on. Cleaning your diverter valve should occur every time you drain your swim spa.

dRaININg yOUR SWIm Spa

Due to the physical size of the swim spa, we recommend draining your swim spa with a submersible sump pump. Draining your swim spa with a conventional swim spa drain is not a reasonable option.

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REGULAR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES caRe Of yOUR SWIm Spa cOveR

Always cover your swim spa when not in use. This will greatly reduce energy consumption and will cause swim spa water to heat more rapidly. Water loss and chemical usage will also be reduced.

• Be sure to lock down all straps on cover after each use to prevent wind damage.

• Do not allow swim spa to sit uncovered in direct sunlight. This may cause damage to exposed surfaces of swim spa and possible discoloration of swim spa fittings.

• Periodically hose off both sides of swim spa cover for maximum life of cover. Once a month use a vinyl cleaner and conditioner on the vinyl portion of your cover. Rinse residue off.

• keep cover open for 15 min. after adding chemicals to prevent off gas damage.

NOTE: IF YOUR SWIM SPA IS GOING TO BE LEFT EMPTY FOR PROLONGED PERIODS, DO NOT

REPLACE COVER DIRECTLY ON SURFACE OF SWIM SPA. PLACE 2”-3” BLOCkS BETWEEN

COVER AND SWIM SPA. THIS ALLOWS FOR ADEqUATE VENTILATION OF COVER AND

SWIM SPA.

caRe Of yOUR SWIm Spa caBINeT

The swim spa cabinet is made from a UV resistant Polymer material. The cabinet requires only periodic cleaning with a stream of water from a garden hose.

fILTeR cLeaNINg

NOTE: Never operate the swim spa without the filters installed. Damage to the pumps and other components could result from operation without filters installed.

1. Turn power off to the swim spa.

2. Remove any large or floating debris from the filter area.

3. Allow the weir door to fall back towards the filters in order to remove the filter housing.

4. Lift up on the plastic housing and the entire housing will pop out.

*NOTE: When lifting the housing, be careful not to lift too far, as you could break the floating weir door. Damage to weir door is not warranted.

5. Pull the plastic skimmer plate out from the filter basket in order to gain access to the filters.

6. Unscrew the two filter cartridges located inside the filter basket and remove for cleaning.

7. Both filters should be rinsed off and the non-Eco-Pur filter (blue filter) should be soaked in a cartridge cleaner. Follow applicable cartridge cleaner instructions.

8. Re-install filters and replace weir housing.

Install Eco Pur filter on left side.

NOTE: Do not soak the Eco-Pur filter (darker filter) in a filter cartridge cleaner. Rinse off only.

NOTE: Eco-Pur filters should be replaced every 6 months. Non Eco-Pur filters should be replaced every 12 months.

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REGULAR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

STaINLeSS STeeL

Master Spas uses stainless steel in a number of our spas. Its lasting beauty and resistance to corrosion make it an excellent material for handrails and jets faces.

With the proper care it will keep its luster for many years. All stainless steel can corrode given the right circumstances so we have provided a guide to help you keep the stainless components in your spa looking nice.

Stainless steel derives its ability to resist corrosion by forming a very thin transparent coating on the surface when exposed to oxygen. This coating can be damaged by abrasive materials such as steel wool, sand paper, and other cleaning materials that are abrasive. Chlorine salts, sulfides, or other rusting metals can also erode this thin coating exposing the metal to corrosion.

The best defense to combat corrosion on stainless steel components in your spa is make sure that it is kept clean and free of any chemical build up.

always:

• Clean frequently with clear clean water.

• Remove any rust spots as soon as they appear with vinegar or a brass, silver, or chrome cleaner.

• Use a good car cleaning wax for extra protection.

Never:

• Clean with mineral acids or bleaches.

• Clean with steel wool or any other abrasive material.

• Leave in contact with iron, steel any other metals.

Note: failure to take proper care of the stainless steel fixture could result with them rusting. Rusting is not covered by the warranty.

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swim SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD

DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE DATE

Drain & Clean Spa

Clean Filter Cartridge

Soak Filter

Cartridge in Solution

Test GFCI

Clean and Condition

Swim Spa Cover

Miscellaneous

Service

Miscellaneous

Service

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Soak Filter


Test GFCI


Swim Spa Cover

Miscellaneous

Service

Miscellaneous

Service

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Soak Filter


Test GFCI


Swim Spa Cover

Miscellaneous

Service

Miscellaneous

Service

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WATER TO THE EXTREME

by Master Spas

6927 Lincoln Parkway

Fort Wayne, Indiana 46804

800-860-7727 www.masterspas.com

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