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FOllOwInG THe sPa FrOG 

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 sanITIZer rOuTIne

During the first month of ownership, measure the sanitizer residual daily in order to establish the correct setting on cartridges for User Load and Usage Time versus 

Sanitizer Needed. 

The User Load of the spa is the number of times anyone enters the spa. 

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The Usage Time is simply the amount of time a user spends in the spa. 

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Sanitizer Needed is the amount needed to accommodate the number of users and their combined usage time.

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For example, two spa users who regularly use the spa once an evening for twenty minutes create a specific and somewhat consistent demand on the sanitizer. During 

the first month of ownership, these two users can determine exactly how much sanitizer to use in order to maintain the proper residual. If, at any time, the user load and/

or usage pattern changes dramatically (i.e. invited guests), the amount and frequency of sanitizer required increases dramatically. 

The greater the usage time, or the bather load, the faster the residual value is diminished.

DOs anD DOn’Ts

DO check your bromine chemical level prior to each use.

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DO change the SPA FROG mineral cartridge every 4 months.

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DO test Total Alkalinity and pH weekly.

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DO use Monarch

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 MPS+ non-chlorine

 (

Monopersulfate) oxidizer for spas only.

DO store all chemicals in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place.

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DON’T use sodium bromide or biguanides. These are active sanitizers, and combining with the silver ions will inactivate them.

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DON’T use a water clarifier; clarifiers will cause the spa water to become cloudy.

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DON’T use the Monarch silver cartridge with SPA FROG.

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BrOMIne

A.  Sanitizing chemicals, such as bromine, are oxidants that kill bacteria and viruses in the water.  If you are using the SPA FROG system, the recommended bromine 

level for your spa water is 1.0 - 2.0 ppm.  If you are not using the SPA FROG system, your bromine level should be between 3 - 5 ppm.

B.  Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends the use of granulated bromine for sanitizing the water. Granulated bromine is preferred because it is totally soluble, 

dissolves quickly and is nearly pH neutral.

C.  Maintaining the proper level of bromine during use is extremely important.
D.  If the bromine level is too low, bacteria and viruses can grow rapidly in the warm water.
E.  If the bromine level is too high, the water can cause discomfort to the user’s eyes, lungs and skin. 

Simply allow some 

time to pass.

F.  When the bromine level is within the recommended range, the spa is ready to be enjoyed.

suPer CHlOrInaTIOn

Super Chlorination is a process used to eliminate chlorine smell (if you are using chlorine) by “burning-off” chloramines (used 

chlorine). This helps maintain the proper level of free chlorine.
When giving your water a super chlorination treatment, open the cover at least half way for twenty minutes to allow the 

chlorine gas to vent off. The high concentration of chlorine gas which may exist as a result of super chlorination (not daily 

sanitation) may eventually cause discoloration or degradation to the bottom of the cover, which would not be covered under 

the terms of your warranty.

WARNING

: There are several forms of stabilized chlorine available for use in spas and swimming pools.  Each form has 

specific chemical characteristics. It is extremely important that the form you choose is specifically designed for use in spas. 

Use of an incorrect product such as tri-chloro, which has a very low pH (2.6), dissolves too quickly in hot water resulting in 

extremely high levels of chlorine, and is designed for concrete or plaster swimming pools, WILL cause damage to your spa.  Use of a liquid, or any type of compressed 

bromine or chlorine, acid, or any type or sanitizer which is not recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation, WILL damage your spa and is specifically not 

covered under the terms of the limited warranty.

IMPORTANT

: Granulated chlorine (sodium dichlor) will degrade if stored improperly. We recommend purchasing chlorine in one, two, or five pound containers and 

storing it in a cool, dry place to maintain its potency. 

WARNING:

 Never leave an open spa unattended, especially if there are children present!

WATER qUALITY AND MAINTENANCE

Summary of Contents for paradise series

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...HONE ___________________________________________ SPA MODEL SERIAL NUMBER ____________________________ COVER SERIAL NUMBER ________________________________ In most cities and counties permits will be r...

Page 3: ...rol Option Wireless System Only 20 EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT Jet Pump Side 21 Controls Side 22 MAINTENANCE Filter Maintenance 23 Filter Cartridge Removal and Cleaning Instructions 23 Diverter Valve Mainte...

Page 4: ...ructions per electrical configuration 230 volt permanently installed models A ground terminal is provided on the terminal block located inside the control box To reduce the risk of electric shock conn...

Page 5: ...spa some medication may cause a user to become drowsy while other medication may affect heart rate blood pressure and circulation Persons taking medications which induce drowsiness such as tranquilize...

Page 6: ...ide Opening of the control box by the spa owner will void the warranty If you have an operational problem carefully go through the steps outlined in the Troubleshooting section If you are not able to...

Page 7: ...gularly to ensure proper levels of sanitizers pH and other water care requirements Drain clean and refill your spa with fresh water on a regular schedule and in accordance with this owner s manual Cle...

Page 8: ...lve 1 Temperature Sensor 2 Euro Directional Jet 3 VersaSsage 4 Jet AdaptaFlo 5 Jet Euphoria 6 Jet Diverter Valve 7 Drain 8 Ozone Jet Heater 9 return Control Panel 10 Pillow 11 Filter Compartment 12 Ac...

Page 9: ...ew Air Control Valve 1 Euro Directional Jet 2 Temperature Sensor 3 AdaptaSsage 4 Jet AdaptaFlo 5 Jet VersaSsage 6 Jet Diverter Valve 7 Drain 8 Speaker Optional 9 Ozone Jet 10 Control Panel 11 Heater r...

Page 10: ...3 4 13 2 14 OVERHEAD VIEW Air Control 1 Euro Directional Jet 2 Euro Pulse 3 Jet VersaSsage 4 Jet Diverter Valve 5 Drain 6 Speaker Optional 7 Ozone Jet Heater 8 Return Control Panel 9 Pillow 10 Filter...

Page 11: ...to TB 1 terminal 6 5 Connect the 10 AWG WHITE wire from the subpanel 30 amp breaker terminal N load neutral to TB 1 terminal 7 6 Connect the 10 AWG GREEN wire from the subpanel GROUND bar to TB 1 syst...

Page 12: ...m WARNING THE EXACT PHYSICAL LOCATION OF THE TERMINALS ON THE GFCI BREAKER WILL VARY BETWEEN MANUFACTURERS CONNECTING THE HOT WIRE TO THE NEUTRAL TERMINAL WILL CAUSE IRREVERSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE CONTROL...

Page 13: ...ter and the equipment compartment door is secured power must be applied to the spa Activate power to the subpanel from the main house panel first Open the door of the electrical subpanel and reset the...

Page 14: ...the face of the VersaSsage AdaptaSsage and AdaptaFlo jets to close the ones that are not in use TIP Turn both pumps on and place the diverter valves to the Mid Position then experiment with each of t...

Page 15: ...be adjusted to provide either a stationary direct stream or by positioning the nozzle to one side or the other a rotating jet stream The VersaSsage jets allow you to regulate the force of the massage...

Page 16: ...Jet System 2 4 Euro Directional jets in footwell Located in LumbarSsage Seat back right 5 Euro Directional jets 2 VersaSsage jets Located in front right seat 2 AdaptaFlo jets 1 VersaSsage jet Combinat...

Page 17: ...aFlo jet Jet Pump 2 Jet System 1 Located in UltraMassage lounge front 6 Sole Soothers 3 VersaSsage jets 2 Euro Directional jets Waterfall Combination Jet System Jet Pump 2 diverter in mid position act...

Page 18: ...csta Seat 8 Euro Directional jets 2 Euro Pulse jets Jet Pump Jet System 1 Located in UltraMassagelounge 6 Sole Soothers 3 VersaSsage jets 2 Euro Directional jets Located in LumbarSsage seat 4 Euro Dir...

Page 19: ...up and used the last temperature value set by the user will be stored in memory If power is disconnected from the spa it will automatically revert to the last set temperature when power is reapplied T...

Page 20: ...music on however when the system mode is deactivated the wireless music system will turn off To activate the system mode perform the following functions Press the MODE button until SYSTM is displayed...

Page 21: ...e the SPA LOCK feature When the Spa Lock is activated the buttons for the JETS LIGHTS temperature control and any other features your spa may have are deactivated To deactivate the Spa Lock press the...

Page 22: ...display AUDIO 1 Press the ON button to display PWR 2 Press the MODE to display VOL 3 Press the MODE to display SETUP 4 Press the ON button to display EQ 5 Press the ON button for EQ Press OFF button f...

Page 23: ...Pump 2 Salina Martinique only 2 Ozone Injector Included with the Optional Monarch 3 CD Ozone Generator kit Unions 4 Temperature Sensor 5 Pump Drain Plug 6 5 2 3 6 1 4b Discharge 4a Suction JET PUMP S...

Page 24: ...22 EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT 1 2 3 4 Advent 1 Control Box System EnergyPro 2 Circulation Pump EnergyPro 3 Heater Monarch 4 CD Ozone Generator optional CONTROLS SIDE...

Page 25: ...o turn it is likely that sand or grit has become lodged inside the valve body It is very important that this debris is removed as soon as possible to avoid damage to the valve To clean the valves foll...

Page 26: ...Winterizing your spa If you leave the spa unused for a long period of time in severely cold weather you should drain the spa and winterize it to avoid accidental freezing due to a power or equipment...

Page 27: ...e spa pillows 1 Carefully lift one end of the pillow away from the spa shell 2 Continue lifting one end until all pillow retainers are released from the pillow IMPORTANT Just pulling the pillow straig...

Page 28: ...n Do not let the vinyl dry with a soap film on it before it can be rinsed clean Scrub the cover s perimeter and side flaps Rinse clean with water 4 Rinse off the underside of the cover with water only...

Page 29: ...mprove water clarity Ozone Ozone is a powerful oxidizing agent which is produced in nature and artificially by man Ozone forms no by products of chloramines ozone actually oxidizes chloramines and wil...

Page 30: ...aser liquid stain and scale inhibitor and liquid de foamer must always be added directly into or in front of the filter compartment while a jet pump is running and it must run for a minimum of ten min...

Page 31: ...l is extremely important for Optimizing the effectiveness of the sanitizer Maintaining water that is comfortable for the user Preventing equipment deterioration C If the spa water s pH level is too lo...

Page 32: ...nal sanitizer will be needed A weekly shock treatment is required The shock treatment quickly destroys any remaining contaminants while revitalizing the bromine in the water To weekly shock treat your...

Page 33: ...tizing the water Granulated bromine is preferred because it is totally soluble dissolves quickly and is nearly pH neutral C Maintaining the proper level of bromine during use is extremely important D...

Page 34: ...ering and swimming apparel which retains soap after washing Foam inhibitors can suppress foam but cannot remove soap from the water Soap is very difficult to remove from the water because soap is not...

Page 35: ...shell and damage the underside of the cover Automatic floating dispensers have a tendency to either over brominate or under brominate as the rate of erosion varies greatly Damage to the spa and cover...

Page 36: ...such large amounts Answer While over exposure to any chemical can be unhealthy many low levels of chemicals are effective and beneficial In the case of spa water the chemicals recommended in the Calde...

Page 37: ...not designed specifically use of the spa in a non residential application damage caused by operation of the spa at water temperatures outside the range of 35 F and 120 F damage caused by a dirty clogg...

Page 38: ...erly positioned Dirty filter Summer Timer on Set control panel to a higher temperature Align spa cover Clean filter Turn summer timer mode to off position Pump motor will not function Motor overload c...

Page 39: ...cludes the docking station related components and speakers to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year EXTENT OF WARRANTY This warranty extends only to the original consumer purc...

Page 40: ...lbs 115 lbs per square foot 230 volt 30 or 50 amp Single phase GFCI protected circuit Kauai 7 0 x 5 5 29 50 square feet 4 300 220 gallons 610 lbs 2 970 lbs 100 lbs per square foot 230 volt 30 or 50 a...

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