Regular
Swim
Spa
Maintenance
Procedures
There is some basic maintenance that will need to be performed on your swim spa. By following these basic maintenance
suggested procedures, you will insure that your spa provides years of service. These basic maintenance procedures are not covered
under warranty.
Tes ng
the
G.F.C.I.
(equivalent
RCD
for
export
installa ons)
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (G.F.C.I.) protec on for the swim spa should be tested prior to each use by the homeowner. With
the swim spa in opera on, push the “test” bu on on the G.F.C.I. breaker at the panel box. The spa should shut down immediately.
Now reset the G.F.C.I. The swim spa should return to normal opera on. If the G.F.C.I. fails to operate in this manner, there exists a
possibility of electrical shock. Discon nue swim spa opera on by turning o
ff
power and disconnec ng the power source and no fy a
quali
fi
ed electrician for iden
fi
ca on and correc on of the problem.
Cleaning
Jets
Most of the jets in your swim spa are able to be turned on or o
ff
. Over me they may become di
ffi
cult to turn. When this
happens it will be necessary to remove the jet and clean any grit or debris from the jet body. To remove the jet you will need to
turn the face of it counter clockwise un l it stops. Next con nue to turn the jet counter clockwise as you pull on the face. The jet
will then pull away from the jet body. Clean jet body with cloth to remove all debris from the jet body.
To clean the jet barrels you can soak them overnight in white vinegar. Once the jet has soaked overnight rinse thoroughly with
water. To reinsert the jet barrel into the jet body simply put the barrel back into the body and push while turning clockwise.
Cleaning
Diverter
Valves
Due to mineral deposits, grit, and sand that may get into the internal parts of the diverter valve, it may become hard to turn or lock
up completely. In the event this happens it will become necessary to remove the handle, cap, and puck to clean out the diverter
valve. Follow the steps below to clean out the diverter valve.
1. Turn o
ff
power to swim spa.
2. Remove handle and loosen diverter valve cap. If that cap can not be removed by hand you may need to use a wrench.
Before you place a wrench on the cap cover it
fi
rst with a clean rag.
3. Pull the cap o
ff
of the diverter valve. The puck may or may not come out with the lid. You may need to pull the puck out of
the body with a pair of plyers.
4. Wipe down the puck as well as the diverter body to remove all grit and debris. Soak in white vinegar if needed.
5. Place the puck back into the diverter body. Check the large o
‐
ring to make sure it is seated correctly on top of the diverter
housing.
6. Check the two stem o
‐
rings to make sure they are both in the center of the lid before reinstalling and ghtening the lid.
7. Reinstall the handle and turn the power back on.
Perma
‐
Wood™
Cabinet
Care
Your swim spa cabinet is constructed from a wood alterna ve, polymer material designed to be durable, tough, and virtually
maintenance
‐
free. It may require periodic cleaning with a non
‐
abrasive cleaner and/or rinsed with a hose.
Pillow
Care
Your swim spa pillows should periodically be rinsed to clear them of any chemical residue. If the unit is not intended to be used
for a period of me, it is recommended to remove them to extend their life.
Stainless
Jet
Finish
Care
The stainless trim on your swim spa can keep it’s luster for many years with proper care. Frequent wiping with clean water and a
good car cleaning wax at me of drain and re
fi
ll will protect against possible rus ng. Never clean with bleach, corrosive
materials or abrasive material such as steel wool. Failure to properly care for stainless steel components could result in rust
forma on which is not covered under the warranty. An excessive level of chlorine may cause corrosion and rust. Use only dichlor
and maintain suggested levels.
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