Winterizing
In a climate where winter temperatures are below
freezing, follow this procedure when the spa will NOT
be used:
1. Select the OFF mode.
2. Turn off the power at the circuit breaker.
3. Drain the spa completely by attaching a garden hose to
the drain valve on the suction plumbing. Then remove
the hose and leave the drain valve open to completely
drain the spa.
4. Remove the filter cartridges. clean them, and store them
dry.
5. Keep water and debris out by covering with a rigid spa
cover.
Before using the spa again, review the Operating Instruc-
tions.
CAUTION: Not winterizing will cause irreversible dam-
age (at freezing temperatures) to the pump and/or
plumbing lines.
Note: If the spa is to be used during winter in a cold climate,
see warm climate instructions below.
In a warm climate where there are occasional freezing
temperatures, follow this procedure:
1. Select the HTR/FLTR mode.
2. Set the thermostat to its minimum temperature
(45-50
0
F.) by turning the HEATER KNOB all the way
counterclockwise.
3. Maintain a chemical balance. (See Water Quality
section.)
4. Keep the spa covered.
Automatic Filtration/Maintenance
If you plan to be away, you should maintain minimum water quality by running the filter system. To do this, set the timer
to turn the system on for at least two hours each day. This will cause the filter system to turn on at a desired time. Set the
timer according to instructions on page 8.
If you will be away for an extended period, however, we recommend that you drain the spa (following the procedure
described under Winterizing on this page), as long periods without maintenance of water quality could be detrimental to the
spa.
Another means of maintaining minimum water quality while away for less than two weeks is to follow the procedure outlined
for winterizing your spa in a warm climate. (See Winterizing.) Note: We do not recommend using this procedure if you are
absent during the summer, when algae build-up is most likely.
Always keep your spa covered when not in use to reduce heat loss and evaporation and to prevent debris from falling in.
Factory Installed Redwood Skirt
Your Santina spa is supplied with a factory-installed
redwood skirt which completely surrounds the spa. The
door can be opened for routine maintenance, setting the
timer, and for testing the GFCI before use.
The skirt is made of kiln-dried wood and can be left
natural to weather, or you may choose to apply a stain or
clear finish. Consult your local paint dealer for the
appropriate product. NOTE: WE RECOMMEND A WA-
TER BASED MATERIAL. OIL OR SOLVENT BASED
FINISHING MATERIALS WILL DEGRADE THE SKIRT
BACKING MATERIAL.
If it becomes necessary to remove one or more of the
skirt panels for major service access, simply remove the
screws with which the section is secured.
To detach any of the panels, first remove all screws
from the panel being detached.
The panels can be re-attached to the spa by reversing
the above procedure.
Note: When you remove the skirt, you will notice the
plastic covered, foam insulation blocks. These blocks are
designed to be removed when service is required and re-
installed when service has been completed.
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