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STAIN AND SCALE INHIBITOR 

 
Staining and scaling may be a common problem in spas.  Because the water is hot, scale may be 
deposited more quickly.  The circulation of water can cause the erosion of metals from spa equipment, 
which can stain interior surfaces.  A weekly dose of a stain and scale fighter will help control these 
problems. 
 
A sequestering agent, such as Metal Gone, can be added to the spa water when filling a spa (for the first 
time or when draining and refilling).  This will help eliminate metals in your water and increases the life of 
your spa equipment. 
 

FOAM INHIBITOR 

 
Soap residue from a user’s body, hair, and swimsuit combined with rapid circulation of spa water may 
cause foaming in your spa.  Foam inhibitors will suppress foam, but cannot remove soap from the water.  
When foaming occurs, a shock treatment can oxidize the soap in your water and help prevent this 
condition.  If foam remains a problem, change the water.  Consult the directions on the foam inhibitor 
container for usage amount.  When adding chemicals to your spa water, add to the center of the spa 
with the pump and air blower (if equipped) operating simultaneously.  Never add chemicals directly into 
the skimmer.  Make sure the water is heated.  Never add chemicals to cold water, as this will affect the 
chemical reaction. 
 
Store all chemicals in a cool dry location and in such a manner to prevent contact by children or pets. 
 
You should consult your local authorized L.A. Spas dealer prior to any chemical use. 
 

KEEPING YOUR WATER CLEAN AND SAFE 

 

Monday  

Friday 

 

Test: Bromine/Chlorine 

pH 
Total Alkalinity 

Test: Bromine/Chlorine 

pH 
Total Alkalinity 

Adjust: 

Follow steps 1-4 

Adjust: 

Follow steps 1-3 

Add: 

Stain & Scale control 

 

 

 
Step 1:  Adjust total alkalinity – ideal range is between 130-160.  Test water, follow directions on 
manufacturer’s label, and add the required amount of spa chemicals with the jets on.  Wait 30 minutes 
before performing additional tests. 
 
Step 2:  Adjust pH – ideal range is between 7.2-7.6.  Test water, follow directions on manufacturer’s 
label, and add the required amount of spa chemicals with the jets on. 
 
Step 3:  Adjust bromine/chlorine – ideal range is between 2-3 ppm chlorine and 3-5 ppm bromine (4-6 
ppm for heavy spa usage).  Fill bromine floater or adjustable feeder and shock spa as necessary. 
 
Step 4:  Stain and scale control – add the required amount of spa chemicals with jets on weekly. 
 
NOTE:  The chemical chart above is a simple schedule for moderate spa use.  Depending on the usage, 
chemical balancing may be required more often. 
 
 

Summary of Contents for 2012 North American

Page 1: ...2012 North American Owner s Manual Premium...

Page 2: ...P INSTRUCTIONS 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 16 CONTROL PANEL TYPES AND MODELS 16 CONTROL PANEL OPERATION 16 STANDBY MODE 17 ECONOMY MODE 18 FILTRATION SYSTEM 18 PROGRAMMING THE CONTROL SYSTEM 18 FEATURE...

Page 3: ...CARE 24 FILTER CLEANING 24 CARE FOR SPA SURFACE 24 CARE FOR SPA PILLOWS 24 CARE OF SPA CABINET THERMOPLUS CABINET 24 CARE FOR THERM RITETM SPA COVER 24 DRAINING THE SPA 25 SPECIAL COLD WEATHER INSTRUC...

Page 4: ...pa is properly installed and maintained your spa will provide years of enjoyable trouble free operation Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this owner s manual however L A Spas reserv...

Page 5: ...________________________ City ____________________________ State__________ Zip Code ____________ Dealer Information Name ________________________________________________________________ Address_______...

Page 6: ...ORIGINAL SUCTION FITTING 5 DANGER RISK OF INJURY Do not remove suction grate Suction through drains and skimmers is powerful when the jets in the spa are in use Damaged suction grate can be hazardous...

Page 7: ...he audio controls while inside the spa 14 WARNING PREVENT ELECTROCUTION Do not connect any auxiliary components such as cable additional speakers headphones additional audio components etc to the syst...

Page 8: ...F 38 C Always consult your doctor prior to using a spa e Children s body temperature can increase more rapidly than adults in the same water with elevated temperatures above 99 F 37 C Children should...

Page 9: ...es at higher temperatures can cause high body temperature Symptoms may include dizziness nausea fainting drowsiness and reduced awareness These effects could result in possible drowning 4 Do not use t...

Page 10: ...ion is a water flow detection algorithm of the heater that prevents the heater from turning on until there is sufficient water flow 5 Smart Winter Mode The Smart Winter Mode is used to prevent water f...

Page 11: ...ith copper conductors not smaller than 6 AWG WARNING Children should not use spas or hot tubs without adult supervision AVERTISSEMENT NE PAS LAISSER LES ENFANTS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION SANS SU...

Page 12: ...se a spa or hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise AVERTISSEMENT NE PAS UTILISER UNE CUVE DE RELAXATION IMMEDIATEMENT APRES UN EXERCICE FATIGANT WARNING Prolonged immersion in a spa or hot t...

Page 13: ...safety specifications 4 Access gates fencing wall must be self closing and self locking Check your local codes for regulations regarding fences and gates 5 Ensure that the spa installation and locati...

Page 14: ...r NEC and or local codes Refer to the table below for the electrical ratings All supply wires must be copper and rated at a minimum of 167 F 75 C Do not use aluminum wires 9 Input power wiring and cir...

Page 15: ...ose bib located in the center of the equipment compartment This is used for draining the spa 6 Fill the spa with water to a level of approximately 5 13 cm below the top of spa To prevent the pumps bei...

Page 16: ...binet panel 11 Depending upon the size of the spa and the size of the electrical circuit heating will occur at a rate of approximately 5 F 2 C per hour 12 After completing the above steps it is necess...

Page 17: ...d 30 minutes after the pump or light is activated 1 ON Off key Press and release the On Off key to shut the system down for 30 minutes The display will toggle between Sby and water temperature Press t...

Page 18: ...Ice Blue Red Green Sunburst yellow and orange glow Magenta blue and red glow Tidal fade between blue and green Afterburner fade between red and yellow Color Burst Fast entire color spectrum Color Bur...

Page 19: ...low speed will operate to perform the clean step The filtration cycle can be suspended by pressing any of the jet keys The filtration icon will blink on the control panel display The filtration cycle...

Page 20: ...0 and 23 in increments of 1 hour Program default setting is 0 which depicts a midnight start time Once the desired start time is displayed press the Program or OK key to accept the selection and move...

Page 21: ...ISTRY Maintaining proper water chemistry is imperative to maintaining safe water and preventing possible damage to your spa and spa components START UP PROCEDURES 1 Fill spa to correct level approxima...

Page 22: ...rs the pH of the water With high total alkalinity above 160 pH resists adjustment With low total alkalinity below 130 pH is unstable and difficult to keep in the ideal range Proper total alkalinity le...

Page 23: ...ickly oxidizes the spa water to burn out wastes such as perspiration hairspray lotions etc that cannot be removed by the spa filter This waste build up reduces the power of the sanitizer making the wa...

Page 24: ...d chemicals directly into the skimmer Make sure the water is heated Never add chemicals to cold water as this will affect the chemical reaction Store all chemicals in a cool dry location and in such a...

Page 25: ...en the chemical level is at the recommended parts per million PPM For most spas this is between 3 5 PPM Furthermore spa pillows should be cleaned regularly To do this remove the pillows from your spa...

Page 26: ...WINTER However if you decide not to use your spa during the winter we recommend you winterize as follows 1 If you drain your spa turn off the main power to the spa Drain as completely as possible You...

Page 27: ...temperature erratic 1 Water level low 1 Fill with water to 4 10 cm above top of the filters 2 Spa in economy mode 2 Reset to standard mode 3 Dirty filters 3 Clean filters 4 Jets closed obstructing flo...

Page 28: ...ck connections at control pack Call a certified electrician to verify power line quality spf1 Fuse 1 is blown Turn off power Replace blown fuse with identically rated fuse spf2 Fuse 2 is blown Turn of...

Page 29: ...the control pack is too high Remove front cabinet panel and allow the equipment to cool Reset power to spa Hr A hardware error was detected in the control pack Unplug the accessory connected to DI re...

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