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your Hot Spring

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 spa is manufactured from the highest quality, most 

durable materials available. even so, the spa care and maintenance 
program you develop will ultimately determine how long your spa, and 
its individual components, will last. Regular maintenance and following 
the advice in this section will help you to protect your investment.

dRAIN & REFIll INSTRUCTIONS

ImporTanT: 

It is NoT Recommended to refill your spa when the 

ambient temperature goes below 50° F (10° c).

1.  disconnect the spa from the power supply by tripping both of the 

gFcI breakers located in the subpanel. unplug power cord for 115V 
models.

2.  locate the main drain valve for the spa and remove the drain cap. 

Attach the inlet of a garden hose to the drain valve (to avoid flooding 
of the foundation surrounding the spa) and route the outlet of the 
hose to an appropriate draining area. Spa water with a high sanitizer 
level may harm plants and grass.

3.  open the valve by turning the knob. The spa will drain by gravitational 

flow.  

ImporTanT:

 All Hot Spring spa models will drain almost completely 

through the main drain valve and the secondary drain. equipment 
such as the jet pump and heating system will drain. Any water 
remaining within the plumbing or equipment after draining will only 
need to be removed if the spa is being winterized.

4.  Allow most of the water to drain through the main drain.

5.  Remove threaded cap from secondary drain. This will drain the 

remaining water (about one gallon) from the bleedline system.

6.  When empty, inspect the spa shell and clean as required. (Follow 

the care of the exterior instructions.)

7.  close the drain valve and reinstall the drain cap.

8.  Reinstall threaded cap onto secondary drain.

9.  Install new filters or clean existing with FreshWater

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 Filter cleaner. 

ImporTanT:

 Always clean and rotate the filter cartridges each time 

the spa is drained for cleaning.

10. Refill the spa through the filter compartment using the cleanScreen

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pre-filter. 

ImporTanT:

 Refill water temperature must be between 50° - 70°F 

to avoid high-limit tripping.

11.  Follow the Quick Start-up instructions in the getting Started section.

cold WATeR ReFIll

• 

Should it be necessary to drain and refill your spa in temperatures 
below 50° F (10° c), the spa may go into a High limit Protection 
mode (causing your spa to stop functioning) if the tap water is below 
50° F (10° c). If high limit tripping does occur, the fastest way to 
reactivate the spa control system 
is to first disconnect power to the 
spa completely, then warm the 
two sensors on top of the 
heater and the vinyl tubing (located 
in the equipment compartment) 
with a hair dryer for approximately 
10 minutes. once you believe the 
sensors and heater tubing  have 
been warmed sufficiently, reconnect power to the spa. 

• 

Blending warm water with the cold tap water so it exceeds 50° F  
(10° c) during the refilling process will also achieve the same results if 
that is an option for you.

PREVENTION OF FREEZINg

your spa has been designed and engineered for year-round use in 
any climate. In some areas, extremely cold temperatures below 10°F 
(-12°c) combined with strong wind, may cause partial freezing of the 
jet pump, even though the water inside the spa remains at the selected 
temperature. The energy efficiency of the spa may also decrease 
during these cold periods, as the heater will cycle more frequently. 
As an additional precaution against partial freezing of some of the 
components, the equipment compartment can be insulated with an 
insulating kit (available from your local dealer). This insulating kit will 
also help to maximize the spa’s energy efficiency.

ImporTanT:

 When warmer weather returns approx. 60°-70°F (15° - 

21°c), the insulating kit must be removed to prevent overheating of the 
jet pump.

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 failure.

 danGer:

 use only Propylene glycol as your anti-freeze 

(available at most RV or marine supply stores). This is non-toxic. Never 
use an automobile anti-freeze (ethylene glycol) since it is toxic!

Warning: Failure to follow these instructions correctly can lead to freeze 
damage not covered by warranty.  It is strongly recommended that you 
contact your local dealer to perform this service

1. drain your spa following the drain & Refill instructions steps 1-8.

2. Remove the filter cartridges, clean and store in a dry place.

ImporTanT:

 These additional instructions must be utilized when 

draining and winterizing your spa in climates where the temperature 
falls below 32°F (0°c). A five (5) gallon combination (vacuum/blower) 
wet/dry shop vac must be used to effectively remove water that is 
trapped inside the plumbing lines.

3. Attach the vacuum’s hose to the blower side of the shop vac.

a) Remove the filter standpipes by turning them counterclockwise.  

(The standpipes may have a silicone sealant temporarily holding 
them in place and it may take firm pressure to get them to initially 
break free.)

b) Place the end of the vacuum hose in one of the filter openings and 

cover the closest filter opening with a clean rag.

c) Turn on the blower function and allow it to blow out any water 

remaining in the plumbing lines (approximately 3 to 5 minutes).

d) Turn the SmartJet 

®

 lever to the second position and allow that 

system to purge.

e) If your spa is equipped with more than two jet systems, then each 

jet system will also need to be blown out.

4. Attach the vacuum hose to the vacuum side of the shop vac.  Vacuum 

all openings and orifices as follows:

a) Jet openings: start with the jets at the top and move downward (if 

suction is coming from another jet, block off the other jet using a 
large rag – this will help pull out the water that is trapped deeper 
inside the main line)

b) BellaFontana

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 water feature, if applicable (plug 2 openings and use 

the shop vac to pull water from the 3rd opening).

Spa Care and Maintenance

Summary of Contents for ARIA AR

Page 1: ...H i g h l i f e C o l l e c t i o n...

Page 2: ...ing Corporation reserves the right to change specifications or design without notification and without incurring any obligation Important In most cities and counties permits will be required for the i...

Page 3: ...ModelAR Jet System Menu 20 Vanguard Model VV Jet System Menu 21 Sovereign Model II Jet System Menu 22 PRODIGY Model H Jet System Menu 23 jETSETTER Model JJ Jet System Menu 24 Spa Care and Maintenance...

Page 4: ...or other metal within 5 feet 1 5 m of the spa to comply with local requirements The means of disconnection must be readily accessible but must be installed at least 5 feet 1 5 m from the spa Your spa...

Page 5: ...han the flow rate marked on the original suction fitting There is a danger of slipping and falling Remember that wet surfaces can be very slippery Take care when entering or exiting the spa Never oper...

Page 6: ...act your Hot Spring dealer and request Part 70798 Safety Information Save these instructions Important spa instructions The following contains important spa information and we strongly encourage you t...

Page 7: ...am jet has a strong flow of water and air which quickly soothes away tension 11 The Precision jet delivers a therapeutic massage 12 The Moto Massage DX is a moving jet It has two warm streams of water...

Page 8: ...decrease the jet pressure Hydrostream Jet The Hydrostream jet is a mid size hydromassage jet that delivers a great massage to the feet back and shoulder areas Turn the faceplate clockwise to increase...

Page 9: ...pa water Press the soft button next to CLEAN on the home screen to circulate the spa water for a ten minute period 6 During the super chlorination period rotate the SmartJet lever s through both opera...

Page 10: ...s observe the following guidelines Allow only a responsible person to handle spa chemicals Keep them out of the reach of children Accurately measure the exact quantities specified never more Do not ov...

Page 11: ...and physical discomfort for spa users A low pH dissipates sanitizer causes corrosion and irritates spa users A high pH level will neutralize sanitizer promote scaling and cloud water The recommended p...

Page 12: ...ptional The ACE Salt Water Sanitizing System converts water and sodium chloride salt into chlorine sanitizer The Ace is compatible with chlorine based systems and chemicals Although the system is redu...

Page 13: ...n theACE Owner s Manual Long time Periods 5 14 Days Prior to leaving 1 At least one day before you leave set the temperature to its lowest level This setting should represent an approximate water temp...

Page 14: ...nopersulfate is the non chlorine oxidizer used with the FreshWaterAg silver ion purification system Not a sanitizer Nitric Acid The formulation of nitric acid a highly corrosive chemical is a byproduc...

Page 15: ...will go back to the Home screen where the screen will remain on for several minutes before going to the sleep mode Pressing any button will wake up a sleeping display Indicator Lights At a glance the...

Page 16: ...button next to Temp Lock Off to change the screen to Temp Lock On IMPORTANT The red Temperature Spa lock icon will be lit during a temperature lock condition To deactivate the Temperature Lock Press...

Page 17: ...on off Spa Lock When activated the Spa Lock feature disables all functions on the main and auxiliary control panels It prevents others from tampering with the jets lights and temperature settings on y...

Page 18: ...o change languages Press the OptionS hard button on the Main Control panel Press the soft button next to Set Up Press the soft button next to Language until the desired language is visible IMPORTANT S...

Page 19: ...et pump 2 on High 4th press jet pumps OFF sovereign pRODIGY 1st press jet pump on High 2nd press jet pump OFF Operating Instructions Light Control The Light buttons on the Auxiliary control panel will...

Page 20: ...Precision jets c 4 directional Precision jets d 1 Moto Massage DX jet e 2 JetStream jets Jet Pump 2 Jet System 1 Right SmartJet lever in position a 6 HydroStream jets b 1 Water Feature c 4 HydroStream...

Page 21: ...et c 2 directional Precision jets d 1 Moto Massage DX jet e 4 directional Precision jets above Moto Massage jet f 2 directional Precision jets Jet Pump 2 Jet System 2 Right SmartJet lever in position...

Page 22: ...s d 1 Moto Massage DX jet e 1 JetStream jet Jet Pump 2 Jet System 1 Right SmartJet lever in position a 7 directional Precision jets b 4 HydroStream jets c 3 Jet Cluster system on back wall 2 dual port...

Page 23: ...position a 2 dual port rotary jets b 4 Precision jets above Moto Massage DX c 1 Water Feature d 2 Directional hydromassage e 2 Soothing Seven jets Jet Pump 2 Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in position a...

Page 24: ...n a 3 Jet Cluster system 2 dual port rotary 1 directional hydromassage b 2 JetStream jets Jet Pump 1 Jet System 1 1 1 Moto Massage jet 2 4 directional Precision jets above Moto Massagejet 3 2 directio...

Page 25: ...t Cluster system 2 dual port rotary 1 directional hydromassage e 1 directional Precision jet Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in position a 1 Moto Massage DX jet b 1 directional hydromassage jet c 10 direc...

Page 26: ...ectional hydromassage jet on left wall 2 Soothing Seven jets on front left Jet System 2 SmartJet lever in position 1 JetStream jet on rear wall 3 Jet Cluster system on left rear 2 dual port rotary 1 d...

Page 27: ...et Cluster system on front right 2 dual port rotary jets 1 directional hydromassage jet Jet System 1 SmartJet lever in position 1 Moto Massage DX jet on left rear 4 directional Precision jets above Mo...

Page 28: ...also achieve the same results if that is an option for you PREVENTION OF FREEZING Your spa has been designed and engineered for year round use in any climate In some areas extremely cold temperatures...

Page 29: ...er of occupants all contribute to determining the appropriate time between filter cleanings More use means that more frequent filter cleanings are required Failure to maintain the cartridges in a clea...

Page 30: ...and recommended stains SPASTONE cabinet To clean your SpaStone cabinet or steps use a mild household detergent and soft cloth or sponge and wipe gently Do not rub the SpaStone step or cabinet nor use...

Page 31: ...the cover just above the skirt Gently push do not lift with both hands towards the opposite rear corner of the cover diagonally As the cover opens the gas springs will allow the cover to come to a gen...

Page 32: ...utral wire is connected to the load neutral of the 20 amp breaker MAIN SERVICE ELECTRICAL PANEL 230V 50 Amp 2 POLE CIRCUIT BREAKER NON GFCI 1 2 H1 3 4 5 FACTORY WIRED HEATER L2 10 AWG RED L1 10 AWG BL...

Page 33: ...d to the load neutral of the 30 amp breaker MAIN SERVICE ELECTRICAL PANEL 230V 50 Amp 2 POLE CIRCUIT BREAKER NON GFCI 1 2 H1 3 4 5 FACTORY WIRED HEATER L2 12 AWG RED L1 12 AWG BLUE L2 10 AWG RED L1 10...

Page 34: ...15 feet of useable power cord this is the maximum length allowed by Underwriters Laboratory and the National Electric Code When the spa is installed the power cord will come out of the bottom of the...

Page 35: ...pa has been filled with water turn it on and test all the circuit breakers Each breaker should be tested prior to each use Here s how 1 Push the Test button on each GFCI breaker and observe it click o...

Page 36: ...itions that would normally invalidate the limited warranty such as water chemistry damage do not apply to the No Fault heater It is important to note that the No Fault heater is protected by both the...

Page 37: ...surface no spa surface material can withstand this kind of abuse damage to components or spa surface caused by improper water chemistry maintenance and damage to the spa surface caused by leaving the...

Page 38: ...ty seconds to reset heater high limit If it will not reset check for clogged filters If tripping continues call for service Green Logo Ready indicator blinking Temperature sensor problem Disconnect po...

Page 39: ...50 square feet 6 000 400 gallons 1 514 liters 789 lbs 358 kg 5 175 lbs 2 347 kg 135 lbs per sq foot 230 volt 50 amp Single phase GFCI protected circuit Sovereign Model II Seats 6 Adults 6 8 x 7 9 2 03...

Page 40: ...be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years Year FreshWater III Ozone Warranty Watkins warrants the electrical components ozone tubing check valve injector corona discharge cell an...

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Page 44: ...rporation Hot Spring Moto Massage Vista Grandee Envoy Vanguard Sovereign Aria Prodigy Jetsetter Jet Cluster SmartJet Comfort Control No Fault IQ 2020 Wavemaster Silent Flo 5000 Soothing Seven Soothing...

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