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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

page(s)

120V, Cord & Plug Connected Models

240V, Permanently Installed or Converted Models

All Spa Models

5-6

Safety Sign

Personal Safety

Safety Do’s and Don’ts

SPA INSTALLATION

Location

Shut Off Valves

Overheating

Filter Cartridge

Suction Fittings

Electrical Requirements

240 Volt

120 Volt and Converting`

STARTING YOUR SPA

Start-up Procedure

All Models

Water Chemistry Guidelines

OPERATING YOUR SPA

Therapy Pump(s)

Safety Energy Cover

Maximum Therapy Jetting System

SPA MAINTENANCE

Cleaning Your Spa Exterior

Draining and Refilling Your Spa

Cleaning Your Spa and Safety Energy Cover

Removing the Filter and Reinstalling the Filter

Light Bulb Replacement

Winterizing Your Spa

Spa Maintenance Schedule & Record

19-20

TROUBLESHOOTING

Equipment

Spa Water Maintenance

22-23

SPA SERIES MANUALS

Information

OWNER’S MANUAL
INDEX

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Summary of Contents for Spas

Page 1: ...owner s manual r e l a x i n g y o u r w o r l d YxtàâÜ ÇzAAA Important informa tion regarding the installation startup operation mainte nance and ultimate enjoyment of your Marquis spa ...

Page 2: ...this Owner s Manual provides vital safety and opera tional information Specific information regarding your particular spa can be found in the Series Manual We sincerely hope your spa life is a pleasant experience If problems should arise contact your Marquis retailer Or contact Marquis Corp at any of the following Voice 503 838 0888 800 275 0888 Email service marquiscorp com Web www marquisspas co...

Page 3: ...er Date of Purchase Address City State Zip Code Signature Telephone Spa Model Series Color Spa Serial Pack Serial Retailer s Name Retailer s Address Telephone City State Zip Code Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual However Marquis Spas reserves the right to improve its product without notice This could create a minor variation between this manual and the actual product...

Page 4: ...11 STARTINGYOUR SPA Start up Procedure 12 All Models 12 Water Chemistry Guidelines 13 OPERATINGYOUR SPA Therapy Pump s 14 Safety Energy Cover 14 Maximum Therapy Jetting System 15 SPA MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your Spa Exterior 16 Draining and Refilling Your Spa 16 Cleaning Your Spa and Safety Energy Cover 17 Removing the Filter and Reinstalling the Filter 17 Light Bulb Replacement 18 Winterizing Your S...

Page 5: ...e of the control box inside the equipment compartment This connector should be bonded with a minimum No 8 AWG 8 4mm2 solid copper wire between this unit and any metal ladders metal water pipes metal enclosures of electrical equipment conduit or metal equipment within five feet 1 5m of the spa If the spa is located on a reinforced concrete pad the reinforced steel should also be bonded to the groun...

Page 6: ...this occurs repeat the GFCI test procedure ALL SPA MODELS 11 Install the spa so proper drainage is provided for the compartment containing the electrical components 12 DANGER RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Install the spa at least five feet 1 5m of metal surfaces if in accordance with the National Electric Code ANS NMFPA70 1993 each metal surface is permanently connected to a minimum No 8 8 42mm2 solid co...

Page 7: ...to prevent body and hair entrapment WARNING Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a spa or hot tub to avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning WARNING People using medications and or having an adverse medical history should consult a physician before using a spa WARNING The use of alcohol drugs and medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia WARNING Before e...

Page 8: ... de relaxation immédiatement aprés un exercice fatigant ATTENTION La tenteur de l eau en matières dissoutes doit être conforme aux directives du fabricant SAFETY SIGN Each Marquis Spa is shipped with a SAFETY SIGN in the spa s Owner s Package Underwriters Laboratories UL recommends this sign be permanently installed where it is visible to the users of the spa To obtain additional Safety Signs cont...

Page 9: ...y jets limit the flow or trip the high limit thermostat which will turn off the entire spa PERSONAL SAFETY DON TS Don t use the spa with the equipment compartment door removed Don t use the spa for long periods of time at water tem peratures in excess of 102 F Don t allow the jet pump s to operate for an extended period of time with the cover in place Extended pump operation will cause a slow heat...

Page 10: ...RTANT DO NOT LET AN EMPTY SPA REMAIN EXPOSED TO DIRECT SUNLIGHT FOR MORE THAN A FEW MINUTES Spa surface tem peratures can reach in excess of 150 F 65 C if left exposed to the sun Sig nificant damage can occur if this is allowed to happen including warping and blis tering of the surface Damage which may occur as a result of this exposure is not covered under the warranty CAUTION Never try to move a...

Page 11: ...ver a few inches for several hours to allow the heat to escape You may also have the option of shortening the pump run time See Control panel section in the Series Manual for available options FILTER CARTRIDGE Your portable spa is equipped with the Constant Clean Filtration system All Marquis Spas use 5040 50 sq ft T Handle Filter cartridge Depending on your spa model it will feature one or two Vo...

Page 12: ...effect at the time of installation All 240V units require a three wire plus ground line 1 line 2 neutral ground Refer to the label at the terminal block A pressure wire connector is located on the exterior of the control box If the installation includes a common bonding grid reinforced concrete slab ground plate beneath the spa or any metal water pipe connection this pressure wire connector should...

Page 13: ...th a DuraBase external drain close valve by turning outer ring clockwise Be sure the center plug is in place and tighten 4 Fill the spa with water to two thirds of the way up the Vortex skimmer opening s The use of a Fill Filter 5039 is recom mended especially in areas with high mineral content in the water 5 Turn the power on and wait five seconds 6 At this time the spa should have water flowing ...

Page 14: ...s well as kills any algae spores that may be present and oxidize undesirable minerals and organic matter in the raw water Repeat shock treatment anytime the spa is refilled or the water has lost its chemical control due to neglect We recommend the use of sodium dichloracyanurate DyCloro or lithium hypochlo rite Calcium hypochlorite is used for swimming pools and is not recommended for spas Tri Clo...

Page 15: ...system requires approximately one minute of water flow to determine the water temperature After one minute of water flow the temperature will be displayed as actual water temperature F Press the TEMP SET pad to adjust the desired set temperature for the spa NOTE Your spa has been filled and test run at the factory The first time your spa is filled with water some discoloration from residual test w...

Page 16: ...t flows in a straight stream The water flow can be adjusted by using the four tabs on the face of the jet to turn it CYCLO SWIRL JET This large versatile jet can flow straight or can be made to rotate by pushing the nozzle to the side push in the direction indicated by the point of its teardrop shape The water flow can be adjusted by using the four tabs on the face of the jet to turn it HYDROKINET...

Page 17: ...uent draining may be required depending on use If the water is not changed regularly the water becomes chemically saturated and won t respond to regular chemical additions The spa should also be drained before long periods of disuse An empty spa should be covered direct sunlight on the spa surface can cause severe damage or blemishing and can result in the voiding of any surface warranties The Mar...

Page 18: ...aner on both top and bottom sides Marquis Spa Care Cover Cleaner is a good quality NON SILICONE based vinyl restorer that will help protect the surface from the sun s rays REMOVING THE FILTER Refer to the SPA MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE section for cleaning instructions Follow these instructions when performing routine maintenance Vortex Filtration 1 Grasp the edge of the dome shaped Vortex filter top pu...

Page 19: ...periods of inactivity damage can occur to equipment from condensation within the equipment 1 Turn off the power to the spa 2 Drain the spa See DRAINING AND REFILLING THE SPA 3 Remove all residual water from the seating and footwell If necessary bail out the remaining water then dry the spa with towels A wet dry vacuum is recommended for best results 4 Using the wet dry vacuum place nozzle over eac...

Page 20: ...cals See DRAINING AND REFILLING YOUR SPA Open the equipment door and check for signs of water leakage around the pump s Pump seals will wear out over time especially with improper water chemistry Early detection of pump seal failure can significantly reduce repair costs While the spa is drained the DuraShell interior can be sponged with a spa cleaner and rinsed NOTE Do not wax the surface as the w...

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Page 22: ...ET ACTION Be sure the shut off valves are completely open Open the jets by turning the jet face to allow for maximum water flow Check that the air control valve is open rotate lever counterclockwise to open LCD DISPLAY MESSAGES Depending on spa models the technology allows it to perform a number of self diagnostic system checks and may display messages on the LCD panel See CON TROL section in the ...

Page 23: ...e 2 3 ppm Alkalinity 80 150 ppm pH Level 7 2 7 6 CAUSE C AND SOLUTIONS S TO WATER MAINTENANCE CLOUDY WATER C Inadequate filtration or dirty filter S Check that the filter is securely attached Clean or replace filter C Water is not balanced S Shock water with Shock Treatment and test water with a Water Test Strip Adjust sanitizer level pH and alkalinity levels as needed C Unfiltered particles or ch...

Page 24: ...Remove Safety Energy Cover and activate high speed jets and Air Control Allow jets to run for 30 minutes Test water with a Water Test Strip to see if desired level has been reached EYE OR SKIN IRRITATION C Contaminants or excessive amount of chloramines bromamines in water S Shock water with Shock Treatment Adjust sanitizer level C pH level is low S Adjust pH level as needed CORROSION OF METAL C L...

Page 25: ...icular spa model please see the included or attached Series Manual You ll find descriptions of your spa and its components and instructions on how to operate the spa If you have any questions or concerns please contact your local authorized Marquis Dealer or Marquis Corp XÇ Éç4 page 24 ...

Page 26: ...Marquis Corp 596 Hoffman Road Independence OR 97351 503 838 0888 voice 800 223 6303 voice www marquisspas com Copyright Marquis Corp Printed 2 2002 MS 710 0825 r e l a x i n g y o u r w o r l d L U ...

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