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TO dRaIn yOUR Spa:
1. Disconnect the spa from the power supply by the appropriate method:
115 volt models - Disconnect the power cord from the house receptacle. Set the power cord in an elevated position so as not to allow water to
enter the GFCI plug housing during draining of the spa.
230 volt models - Trip both of the GFCI breakers located in the subpanel.
2. Locate the main drain valve for the spa and remove the drain cap. Attach the inlet of a garden hose to the drain valve (to avoid flooding of the
foundation surrounding the spa) and route the outlet of the hose to an appropriate draining area.
NOTE:
Spa water with a high sanitizer level may harm plants and grass.
3. Open the valve by turning the knob. The spa will drain by gravitational flow.
IMPORTANT:
All Tiger River spa models will drain almost completely through the main drain valve and the secondary drain. Equipment
such as the jet pump and heating system will drain. Any water remaining within the plumbing or equipment after draining will only need to be
removed if the spa is being winterized.
4. Allow all of the water to drain through the main drain.
5. Remove threaded cap from secondary drain (Bengal
®
and Sumatran
®
only). This will drain the remaining water (about one gallon) from the
bleedline system.
6. When empty, inspect the spa shell and clean as required. (Follow the Care of the Exterior Finish instructions.)
7. Close the drain valve and reinstall the drain cap.
8. Reinstall threaded cap onto secondary drain.
9. Replace or close the equipment access door and replace the screws.
10. Refill the spa through the filter compartment BEFORE restoring power.
IMPORTANT:
Always clean and rotate the filter cartridges each time the spa is drained for cleaning.
PREvENTION OF FREEZINg
Your spa has been designed and engineered for year-round use in any climate. In some areas, extremely cold temperatures (below 10°F)
combined with strong wind, may cause partial freezing of the jet pump, even though the water inside the spa remains at the selected temperature.
The energy efficiency of the spa may also decrease during these cold periods, as the heater will cycle more frequently. As an additional precaution
against partial freezing of some of the components, the equipment compartment can be insulated with an insulating kit (available from your local
dealer). This insulating kit will also help to maximize the spa’s energy efficiency.
NOTE: When warmer weather returns (approx. 60°-70°F), the insulating kit must be removed to prevent overheating of the jet pump.
WINTERIZINg YOUR SPA
If you leave the spa unused for a long period of time in severely cold weather, you should drain the spa and winterize it to avoid accidental freezing
due to a power or equipment failure.
DANGER:
Use only Propylene Glycol as your anti-freeze (available at most RV or marine supply stores). This is non-toxic. Never use an
automobile anti-freeze (Ethylene Glycol) since it is toxic!
WARNING:
Failure to follow these instructions correctly can lead to freeze damage not covered by warranty. It is strongly recommended that
you contact your local dealer to perform this service
1. Drain your spa following the Draining Your Spa section in the owner’s manual.
2. Remove the filter cartridge, clean and store in a dry place.
IMPORTANT:
These additional instructions must be utilized when draining and winterizing your spa in climates where the temperature falls below
32°F (0°C). A five (5) gallon combination (vacuum/blower) wet/dry shop vac must be used to effectively remove water that is trapped inside the
plumbing lines.
3. Attach the vacuum’s hose to the blower side of the shop vac.
a) Place the end of the vacuum hose down the filter opening.
b) Turn on the blower function and allow it to blow out any water remaining in the plumbing lines (approximately 3 to 5 minutes).
c) Turn the SmartJet® lever to the second position and allow that system to purge.
d) If your spa is equipped with more than two jet systems, then each jet system will also need to be blown out.
4. Attach the vacuum hose to the vacuum side of the shop vac. Vacuum all openings and orifices as follows:
a) Jet openings: start with the jets at the top and move downward (if suction is coming from another jet, block off the other jet using a large rag
– this will help pull out the water that is trapped deeper inside the main line).
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