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Introduction

Figure 1 :

Remote Equipment Pack with labeled components

1. Filter Pump

2. Jet Pump

3. Electronics / Control Module

4. Heater

5. Copper Silver Ionizer

6. Cartridge Filter

7. Light Cord

8. Bonding Wire

9. Freeze Sensor

10. Temperature Sensor

11. Current Collector

12. Air Relief Valve

13. Pressure Gauge

14. Topside Control Panel

64” Clearance

Required For Filter

Cartridge Removal

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Summary of Contents for BALBOA M3

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Page 2: ...pg 2 File RES_Hottub_manual_021116 BLANK...

Page 3: ...is subject to change without notice While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to ensure its accuracy Brad ford Products LLC assumes no liability resulting from errors...

Page 4: ...Good Installation Site page 15 Preparing a Recessed or Flush Mount Installation of Spa page 15 Preparing for an On Grade Mount Installation of Spa page 17 Preparing for an Indoor Installation of Spa...

Page 5: ...ization Adding Shock or Chlorine page 33 Water Testing Balance page 34 Rust Ferric Oxide page 36 Treatment for removing Metal Accumulation page 37 Appendix A Electrical Requirements page 38 Appendix B...

Page 6: ...ractive appearance to your home About This Document This Installation Manual will guide you through the process of installing your spa Before setting up or operating your spa or related equipment you...

Page 7: ...400 3090 Hampton 8 8 16 445 594 4297 Carolina 4 6 8 16 324 435 3149 Newport 4 6 8 16 312 435 3049 Topsail 4 6 8 16 375 610 3750 Equipment Pack Overview The equipment pack included with your Bradford...

Page 8: ...rol Module 4 Heater 5 Copper Silver Ionizer 6 Cartridge Filter 7 Light Cord 8 Bonding Wire 9 Freeze Sensor 10 Temperature Sensor 11 Current Collector 12 Air Relief Valve 13 Pressure Gauge 14 Topside C...

Page 9: ...ed components Introduction 1 Filter Pump 5 Cooper Silver Ionizer 9 S S Skim Filter 2 Jet Pump 6 Current Collector 10 Bonding Wire 3 Electronics Control Module 7 Light Cord 4 Heater 8 Temperature Well...

Page 10: ...ver Ionizer Water purification system that sterilizes the water as it goes through the plumbing For more information see the manufacturer s manual included with your spa Cartridge Filter Removes forei...

Page 11: ...Custom Stainless Steel Skim Filter Consumerables 20 sq ft 2x Waterway 10 sq ft cartridge skim filter PW 1110 100 sq ft 2x Waterway 50 sq ft cartridge skim filter 510 9100 upon request Electronics Cont...

Page 12: ...u move the spa you should hold it by the stainless steel support frame Heavy work gloves will help prevent cuts and scrapes form exposed metal surfaces WARNING Do not try to carry the spa by holding t...

Page 13: ...level the spa using stainless steel washers To properly shim the spa the washers must be placed beneath all areas that are off the ground Preparing the Installation Site Before you install your Bradfo...

Page 14: ...the entire spa Flush Mount Installation Type below On Grade Mount Use an On Grade mount when you are planning to install the spa on ground level This installation will require you to build a set of s...

Page 15: ...n and concrete slab Figure 3 Recessed or Flush Mount Installation Frame Mounted Equipment Consideration should be given for future access and periodic maintenance to the frame mounted equipment when c...

Page 16: ...e length and width of the vault The following table gives the dimensions for each spa type Table 4 Spa Vault Dimensions with calculations for concrete pad if using a 8 cinder Block Wall Spa Spa Length...

Page 17: ...ace at all times and both of these base types may shift over time WARNING Do not put foam insulation or any other type of insulation between the concrete pad and spa Doing so will prevent to spa from...

Page 18: ...rician for more information Placing the Equipment Pack 1 Select an installation site for the equipment pack It must be located within approximately 40 feet of the spa since the wires on the equipment...

Page 19: ...lling the Conduit Lay a 2 inch diameter PVC conduit from the equipment pack to the spa This conduit must be waterproof to keep moisture away from the electrical wires NOTE Use PVC sweeps for bends in...

Page 20: ...ck to the main power source You will need to make the following connections 1 Connect water temperature sensor 2 Install freeze sensor 3 Connect the equipment pack to power source 4 Make plumbing conn...

Page 21: ...petroleum based sealants 2 Loosen the domed sealing nut 1 on the fitting 3 Insert the freeze sensor 2 into the fitting 3 until the cable end of the sensor is flush with the domed sealing nut 1 4 Tigh...

Page 22: ...odes The following wiring diagram shows an example of a G F C I hook up see figure 8 NOTE Always route wires through a proper electrical conduit to and from the G F C I Figure 8 G F C I disconnect hoo...

Page 23: ...he layout to make sure there will not be any traps Also if the equipment pack is above the water line of the spa you will need to install flapper type check valves Depending on how far above the water...

Page 24: ...pants or damaging the spa The light wire provides power to the low voltage underwater light NOTE All electrical work must be done by a licensed electrical contractor in strict accordance with the Nati...

Page 25: ...pa side control panel 1 Mount the spa side digital control panel into the top lip provided in the spa making sure that the included wire is still long enough to reach the equipment pack 2 Pull the spa...

Page 26: ...13 Connecting the Spa Side Control Panel Wire Below For On Frame Mounted Equipment ONLY All plumbing bonding sensors light and spa side control will be already completed at the factory Only the suppl...

Page 27: ...basket 1 Remove any large particles from the spa using a wet dry shop vacuum cleaner 2 Clean the entire spa using the following methods For the stainless steel tub shell use the included nylon type Sc...

Page 28: ...prevent energy loss from the water surface This will also help the water heat up faster NOTE See the Operations and Maintenance Manuals for important operating instructions and safety information prio...

Page 29: ...ff after 30 minutes the high speed will turn off after 30 minutes The low speed runs when the heater is turned on when a filter cycle is activated or when a freeze condition is detected When the low s...

Page 30: ...ycle times into the system and display the current water temperature Locking the Panel Press within 3 seconds When locked the display will show the temperature you have chosen along with the lock symb...

Page 31: ...er Meaning Flow Not flashing A pressure switch has malfunctioned Action Required Contact dealer or service organization Meaning Cool Water temperature is 20 F or more below the temperature you last se...

Page 32: ...r turbulence and depth can be beyond the capabilities of some children Physiological effects of heated turbulent water can be hazardous to children Allow children to use spa hot tub only under close a...

Page 33: ...equipment In this instance the water must be fully drained and removed from the entire system When draining vessels in preparation for winterization care must be taken to remove any trapped water tha...

Page 34: ...H bounce Water too sensitive to change pH Hard to stabilize chart 3 Calcium Hardness Bradford Recommended Range 175 250 PPM Low calcium hardness problems Corrosive water etching of plaster pitting of...

Page 35: ...PPM This helps to stabilize the pH which should be maintained between 7 4 7 6 This level provides the best conditions for bather comfort ltration and chemical effectiveness Operating the spa above or...

Page 36: ...mber of rather technical reasons these accumulations tend to gather in certain areas or coalesce As water is added and evaporates the concentration of IRON increases They are left behind to settle out...

Page 37: ...it appear that the stainless steel is rusting BEFORE FILLING YOUR POOL OR SPA BE SURE TO CLEAN AND WASH THE ENTIRE VESSEL MAKING SURE NO CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS SCREWS NAILS ETC HAVE PASSED THROUGH THE FL...

Page 38: ...r BRD 255 255F Two pump system with a 5 5 kW electric heater 240 volt 2 hp single speed pump 240 volt 2 hp two speed pump 5 5 kW electric heater Requirement 30 amp service 240 volt four wire two hots...

Page 39: ...peed pump 150 000 Btu natural or propane gas heater Requirement 20 amp service 240 volt four wire two hots neutral ground to control circuit 15 amp service 120 volt three wire two hots ground to gas h...

Page 40: ...Residential Spa pg 40 File RES_Hottub_manual_021116 Appendix B BRD_1G Remote System...

Page 41: ...Residential Spa pg 41 File RES_Hottub_manual_021116 Appendix B BRD_2G Remote System...

Page 42: ...Residential Spa pg 42 File RES_Hottub_manual_021116 Appendix B BRD_111 BRD 111F Remote System...

Page 43: ...Residential Spa pg 43 File RES_Hottub_manual_021116 Appendix B BRD_155 Remote System...

Page 44: ...Residential Spa pg 44 File RES_Hottub_manual_021116 Appendix B BRD_211 BRD_211F Remote System...

Page 45: ...Residential Spa pg 45 File RES_Hottub_manual_021116 Appendix B BRD_255 Remote System...

Page 46: ...866 MIN 9 8 MAX PIT LENGTH 6 3 876 INSIDE WIDTH 1 6 MAX SCALE 1 2 1 PIT SECTION C C 1 20 Obviously every installation of a residential spa will vary based on the individual location and installation...

Page 47: ...stainless steel water feature or for the cost of water or chemicals lost or replaced as a result of such removal and replacement C Bradford Products LLC is not responsible for any incidental or conseq...

Page 48: ...Model Name Serial Number Date of Purchase Delivery Dealer Dealer Address Dealer Phone Number Equipment Pack Information Equipment Pack Configuration Name see Appendix A Filter Pump Serial Number Jet...

Page 49: ...Date of Purchase Delivery Dealer Information Name Address City State Zip Phone include area code Customer Information Name Address City State Zip Phone include area code I have read and accept the ter...

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