ThermoSpas Executive Series, Owner'S Manual

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Executive Series
7.0 Spa Start Up
Please read through all steps before beginning. This section explains the necessary procedures
required to start up your spa. Familiarize yourself with this procedure prior to beginning the pro -
cess. Use this procedure as a guideline.
• Make sure you have any instructions along with the Welcome Kit and Chemical Starter Kit
prior to filling your spa.
• If your water is acidic, hard, or has a high mineral content it is recommended to contact one of
our trained Customer Care Representatives prior to filling your spa.
• Failure to follow these start-up instructions for your spa and observe the recommended
maintenance time periods may result in pump damage or require draining and refilling the spa.
Chemical balancing may take 3-7 days to settle in, based on the following variables.:
1. Incoming water temperature and water pressure (fill rate)
2. Size and type of spa
3. Water characteristics (hardness, mineral content)
4. Desired final water temperature
5. Ambient conditions
Inspect and Filling you spa
Once your spa is in its final location it is time to inspect it to ensure it is ready to be filled. Gently
remove all packing and crating materials from the spa.
Step 1: Remove the panels/insulation of the spa so you can see the interior.
Step 2: Remove filters, the accessory bag and the spa chemical starter kit located inside the
spa shell.
Step 3: Wipe spa clean with a soft damp sponge. Be careful not to scratch the surface with any
particles that may have fallen into the tub.
Step 4:
Make sure the “T” valves on each water pump are open by pulling them up as far as
they will go and locking them in the open position, page 53.
Step 5:
Make sure all water pump and heater unions are tight, page 53.
Step 6:
Make sure the drain valve is closed, page 53.
Step 7:
Install the filter(s).
Step 8:
In certain situations, if your water is extremely “hard,” it is preferable to fill half-way with
hard water and the rest of the way with softened water. Water that is too soft can be
corrosive to metal components.
Step 9: Let the water run out of your garden hose for several minutes before filling the spa. This
will flush out stagnant water in the line that may cause bacteria.
Note: We suggest putting a sock over the end of your hose to act as a strainer and protect the
spa shell acrylic from the hose.
Spa Start Up