SKIMMER SIDE FILTER
All Viking spas have a skimmer side filter that does not require “air bleed-
ing” on initial startup. If an air lock develops, loosen the union on return
side of pump. See Diagram (A) below. Let small amount of water drain
from connection while the pump is running. Once the water begins to
flow out of the jets retighten the union. Make sure Gate Valve is in the
“open” position and the black retainer clip is snapped into place.
Clean spa filters are critical for proper operation. Dirty filters cause water
restriction to the pump, which in turn may cause erratic heating of the
spa. A starving pump will degrade performance, result in dirty or murky
water and may cause the heater to malfunction.
ADD START-UP CHEMICALS
Ask your spa retailer to HELP you set up a chemical maintenance program.
The importance of chemical balance in your spa cannot be overempha-
sized. Ideal levels to maintain are as follows: PH 7.2 to 7.6, Alkalinity
80 - 120 PPM, Total Hardness 250 - 500 PPM, Total Bromine 2 - 10 PPM
OR Total Chlorine 1 - 3 PPM
SANITIZING
: Please refer to your dealer supplied sanitizing recom-
mendations for your start up procedures.
NOTE
: If you live in an area where city water is not available, or your
spa water shows signs of calcium content, you will need to add a “stain
n scale” chemical on initial fill and then once a week, thereafter.
* Staining of shell due to improper use of chemicals
(as recommended by chemical manufacturer) will not be
considered a warranty defect
by Viking Spas.
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