HotSpring FLR, Owner'S Manual

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IMPORTANT: To avoid soap getting into the hot tub water, the hot tub cover should not be on the hot tub during cleaning.
4. Scrub the cover’s perimeter and side flaps. Rinse clean with water.
5. Rinse off the underside of the cover with water only (use no soap), and wipe it clean with a dry rag.
6. To condition the cover after cleaning, apply a thin film of Hot Spring
®
Cover Shield to the vinyl surface and buff to a high luster.
SERVICE NOTE: T o remove tree sap, use cigarette lighter fluid (not charcoal lighter fluid). Use sparingly, and rinse with saddle soap solution
immediately afterwards, then wipe dry.
Important reminders:
• DO
remove snow buildup to avoid breakage of the foam core from the additional weight of the snow.
• DO
lock cover straps to secure the cover when the hot tub is not in use.
• DO NOT
drag or lift the hot tub cover using either the flaps, or the tie-down straps.
• DO NOT
walk, stand, or sit on the cover.
• DO NOT
place any metal or heat transferring object on the cover or place any type of plastic tarp or drop cloth over the cover as this may
result in a melted foam core, which would not be covered under the warranty.
•
DO NOT
use any lifting mechanisms, chemicals, or cleaners except those recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation, or its
Authorized Sales and Service Dealer.
IMPORTANT:
Whenever the hot tub is not in use, it is essential that the cover be in place. When filled, this ensures effective temperature
maintenance and economical operation. When empty, this prevents potential damage to the surface finish of the interior walls, which can
result from the excessive heat of the sun. This type of damage is specifically excluded from warranty coverage.
RETRACTABLE COVER SYSTEM
Clearance required behind cover when open:
• CoverCradle
®
& CoverCradle II - 24” • UpRite
®
- 7” • Lift ’n Glide
®
- 14”
IMPORTANT:
Use of a cover lifter other than those listed above will void the Limelight Hot Tub cabinet warranty. Cover lifers must be installed to
open back-to-front. Installing a cover lifter to open Side-to-Side will void the limelight Hot Tub cabinet warranty. See Limitations Section of the
Limelight Hot Tub warranty.
HOW TO OPEN THE VINYL COVER
NOTE:
Never attempt to open or remove the vinyl cover by grasping or pulling on the skirting or cover lock straps. The skirting will tear, and torn
skirting is not covered under the terms of the warranty.
Check for ice build-up around the gas springs and pivot points of the retractable cover system. Ice buildup may damage system components.
WARNING:
The vinyl cover and retractable cover system are not recommended for use in wind conditions reaching above 25 mph (40 kmh).
NOTE:
If your hot tub is located in an area susceptible to high winds, additional cover lock straps may be installed to minimize wind damage to the cover.
How to Open the Cover
1. With the cover lock straps unfastened, place one hand under the cover skirting, between the hot tub and cover, to break the cover’s vacuum
seal. Then, fold the front half of the cover over onto the back half.
2. If no rear access is available, stand to the side of the hot tub directly adjacent to the hinge area of the folded cover.
A.
For the CoverCradle & CoverCradle II retractable cover systems:
Using both hands, cup one hand under the lower half of the cover
(just above the water) and place the other along the side of 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 gentle stop.
B.
For the UpRite retractable cover systems:
Simply lift the cover at its center hinge, allowing it to move to the back of the hot tub and to
gently rest there.
C.
For the Lift ’n Glide retractable cover system:
Slightly lift the cover at front of hot tub, glide (push back till it stops), fold cover in half
and lift cover moving it to the back of the hot tub. Insert locking pin into side of lifter to prevent accendental closure.
NOTE:
When opening a cover with a retractable cover system, only use one of these three specific methods. Do not attempt to open the cover
in any other way. Damage caused by improper opening or closing of the cover is not covered under the terms of the limited warranty.
How to Close the Cover
1. Standing along side the cover, place one hand on the upper corner of the cover and gently push forward in the direction of the hot tub. The
cover will rotate forward to cover half of the hot tub.
NOTE:
For the UpRite or Lift ’n Glide retractable cover system, disengage the locking mechanism(s) before pushing the cover forward.
2. Unfold the cover by lifting the handle located on the top (front) half of the cover. Allow the unfolded half to fall down onto the hot tub. The air
pressure created by the cover falling will keep the vinyl skirting from being trapped between the cover and the hot tub shell.
3. Secure the cover lock straps to the hot tub and lock them.
Important reminders:
• DO
always practice safety around your hot tub.
Hot Tub Care and Maintenance