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Owner’s Manual

Swim Spas

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Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Swim Spas ...

Page 2: ...cted to your spa trips this is normal behavior Please reset the breaker and enjoy your spa The trip test has been completed successfully If your Swim Spa was not wired to a GFCI breaker or your breaker fails the GFCI Trip Test the spa will repeatedly at tempt at preset intervals to trip the breaker in the future until such time that it triggers a GFCI Trip GFCI breakers are important safety device...

Page 3: ...m Spa or hot tub WARNING To avoid injury exercise care when entering or exiting the Swim Spa or hot tub WARNING Water temperature in excess of 38 C may be injurious to your health WARNING Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a Swim Spa or hot tub to avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning WARNING Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a physician before using a S...

Page 4: ...ock 19 Temperature Unlock 19 Panel Lock 19 Panel Unlock 19 Operating Modes 19 Time and Filtration Cycles 20 Setting the Time 20 Preset Filter Cycles 20 Changing Filter Cycles 20 Clean Up Cycle 21 Inversion Feature 21 Light 21 Swim Spa Control System Spa Side 22 Operating Instructions 22 User s Pads 23 Temperature Controls 23 Temperature Lock 24 Temperature Unlock 24 Panel Lock 24 Panel Unlock 24 O...

Page 5: ...Your Swim Spa 31 Filter Maintenance 32 Winterizing 32 Swim Spa Cabinet Care 33 Swim Spa Surface Care and Cleaning 33 Underwater LED light cluster 33 Common Water Problems 34 Common Hardware Problems 37 Swim Spa Soaking Guidelines 39 460 Series System Wiring Diagram 41 167 Series System Wiring Diagram 42 ...

Page 6: ...the suction fittings are broken or missing Never replace a suction fitting with one rated less than the flow rate marked on the original suc tion fitting 7 DANGER Risk of Electric Shock Install at least 5 feet 1 5m from all metal surfaces As an alternative a spa may be installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently connected by a minimum 6 AWG 5 15 mm2 solid copper ...

Page 7: ...e hold ground in the area of the hot tub or spa to these terminals using an insulated or bare copper conductor not smaller than No 6 AWG 3 All field installed metal components such as rails ladders drains or similar hard ware located within 5 ft of the spa or hot tub shall be bonded to the equip ment grounding bus with copper con ductors not smaller than No 6 AWG 4 Never connect unit to a power su...

Page 8: ...n high speed for ex tended periods of time with the cover in place Extended operation can cause heat build up and interfere with spa operation Hyperthermia The causes symptoms and effects of hyperthermia may be described as follows Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98 6 F 37 C The symptoms of hyperther...

Page 9: ...nd the distance that the crane boom must travel Be sure that the crane operator uses an 8 spreader bar and that the straps wrap all the way around the bottom frame of the Swim Spa Locate the Swim Spa on a solid level foundation keeping in mind the weight of the filled Swim Spa in excess of 18 000 lb 8165 kg on some models If you have any doubts about the load bearing ability of your chosen site co...

Page 10: ... and or water damage Water will splash out of the Swim Spa during normal use when swimming and when exiting the Swim Spa 3 Surface area of foundation pad and surrounding area should be flat with a non skid finish Carpeting or other porous materials may retain moisture which leads to mold mildew and odors and is not recommended 4 Walls ceilings woodwork should be made of materials capable of withst...

Page 11: ...ol pack pumps heater UV water sanitizer plasma UV ozone generator LED lighting interface and associated electrical controls not shown The Swim Spa Lounge and Pro models feature one control pack three jet pumps one UV sanitizer one plasma UV ozone generator and one LED lighting interface The Swim Spa Duo Pro model features two independent electronic control packs four jet pumps two UV sanitizers tw...

Page 12: ...onic Control Pack All Swim Spa functions are operated by this control There are no user serviceable components in this control Opening this control may subject you to high voltage and danger of electrical shock or electrocution Warning and Installation Label Contains important safety information hazard warnings and installation instructions C Slice Valve Used to shut off water flow from the Swim S...

Page 13: ...t comfortable setting Cluster Jets Positioned in the foot well or shoulder areas of the Swim Spa these jets deliver a penetrating massage to dissolve tension This jet may be the entry point for ozone produced during the automatic filtration cycles and as such is not adjustable Note Ozone production is suspended when other functions are activated on the control panel by the Swim Spa user All full s...

Page 14: ... to gently tab the jet until it snaps into position Air Controls The intensity of the jet action can be controlled by altering the amount of air injected with water through the jets Your Swim Spa has 2 to 4 air controls located on the lip of the Swim Spa Each control activates air to specific jets in the Swim Spa allowing you to create various combinations and levels of jet action to suit individu...

Page 15: ...e open Run spa and check for union leaks before reinstalling front panel Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter A qualified licensed electrician shall connect the spa to a circuit protected by a GFCI This is a requirement by the National Electric Code article 680 42 and is also in compli ance with Underwriter s Laboratories Inc Installation Options While knockouts are provided in the cabinet base to bri...

Page 16: ...n colored termi nal or wire connector marked G or GR or Grounding is provided in the control box To reduce the risk of electrical shock connect this terminal or connector to the grounding terminal of your electrical service or supply panel with a continuous green insulated cop per wire equivalent to the circuit conductor supplying this equipment but no smaller than No 12 AWG A second pressure wire...

Page 17: ...onnect panel 3 Open the air controls located on the top lip and cycle the jets from high to low Water should come from the therapy jets If water flow is not established turn off jets and see Priming Your Swim Spa this page 4 Add chemicals See Chemical Treatment and Water Maintenance section Follow Operating Instructions for your particular model to set heat to the desired temperature Initially you...

Page 18: ...iltration cycle duration of 2 hours To fully utilize the unique capabilities of the control system it is important to know how to set the temperature operate the pumps operate the light adjust the mode setting and change the filtration cycles NOTE In event of a power outage or failure the Control System should retain all settings except time of day If settings are lost re program per the instructi...

Page 19: ...ter When the heater is operating the heat icon will be displayed in the LCD JETS 1 Touch the JETS 1 pad to activate the primary filtration and jet pump The sequence of the jet action is 1 touch Low jets 2 touches High jets 3 touches Off JETS 2 Touch the JETS 2 pad to activate the number 2 Jet pump The sequence of jet action is 1 touch Low jets 2 touches High jets 3 touches Off The low speed operat...

Page 20: ...back to the Economy mode after 1 hour The Swim Spa can be immediately reverted back into the Economy mode at any time by simply is timed to automatically turn off after four hours of operation The high speed operation of Pump 1 and the low and high speed operation of Pump 2 and Pump 3 is timed to automatically turn off after 15 minutes of operation Note Pump 1 will automatically operate in low spe...

Page 21: ...me and duration of each filter cycle independently to best suit your schedule The amount of time needed to filter your Swim Spa will vary depending upon usage and ambient conditions but a total filter time of pressing the PROG button Sleep Mode heats the Swim Spa to within 20 F 11 C of the set temperature only during filter cycles The SLEEP icon will be displayed in the LCD window when this mode i...

Page 22: ...intain the water To initiate the programming sequence to change filter cycles press TIME PROG PROG and PROG within 3 seconds You should now see the PROGRAM FILTER 1 and START TIME icons on the LCD display window The hour digit s will be flashing on the LCD window Press the UP or DOWN button to advance the hours up or down to choose the Filter 1 start hour Enter the hour by pressing the PROG button...

Page 23: ...nt temperature set water temperature and operating mode settings Each feature is actuated through the control panel pad Touch the appropriate button to activate the desired function At start up when power is supplied to the spa the controls will operate properly and safely under the factory settings The spa will be in Standard mode have a temperature setting of 100 F 38 C and a filtration cycle du...

Page 24: ... temperature was increased by 1 F 0 5 C continue to press the TEMP pad until the desired set temperature is reached If you want to decrease the set temperature and the LCD indicates that the temperature is increasing STOP Wait a few seconds until the actual temperature is displayed Then press the TEMP pad again The set temperature will be displayed Press it again and the set temperature will decre...

Page 25: ...nd filter cycle turns on 12 hours later Filter cycles are pre set for a two hour duration Note To properly clean and maintain spa a total filter time of at least four hours per day is recommended If an ozonator is installed 6 hours is recommended Changing Filter Cycle Start Time The start stop times of the filter cycle begin 6 minutes after the spa set time is established Set time is based on the ...

Page 26: ...isconnect power outage the controls may revert to the default factory settings Any adjustments to set temperature or filter cycle duration may need to be reprogrammed Light Touch the LIGHT pad to turn all lights on and off The lights will automatically turn off after 4 hours of operation Automatic Time Outs Your Vita Swim Spa is equipped with an au tomatic Time Out feature designed to protect both...

Page 27: ...will produce ozone only when the Swim Spa is in a timed filtration cycle During the filter cycle activating other functions will suspend ozone production for 30 minutes NOTE Activating the low speed of Pump 1 for a clean up cycle will initiate filtration but not ozone production unless the Swim Spa enters a timed filter cycle during the 2 hour period UV Sanitizer All Swim Spa models are equipped w...

Page 28: ...te control CAUTION Risk of electrical shock Replace components only with identical components CAUTION Risk of electrical shock When the power supply connections or power supply cord s are damaged if water is entering the electrical equipment compartment area if the protective shields or barriers are showing signs of deterioration or if there are signs of other potential damage to the unit turn off...

Page 29: ...48 C inside the heater Overheat One sensor has detected temperature of Swim Spa water entering heater to be 108 F 42 C Heater flow problem What happens Swim Spa heater will automatically shut down until temperature falls below 108 F 42 C Swim Spa heater will automatically shut down until temperature falls be low 108 F 42 C Heater will shut down while Swim Spa continues to function normally Possibl...

Page 30: ...k suction returns Blockedfilter skimmer Non functioning sensor Non functioning sensor Corrective action Remove filter and clean Add water Contact dealer Open valves Remove blockage Contact dealer Open valves Remove blockage Contact dealer Contact dealer for replacement sensor Contact dealer for replacement sensor Contact dealer Common LCD Messages The following table defines other messages you wil...

Page 31: ...t before using Also use your Clean Up Cycle See pgs 15 and 19 after heavy use for additional filtration Tests should be done daily with your test kit to keep a chlorine or bromine residual of 3 0 to 5 0 ppm pH Level pH is the balance of acidity and alkalinity in the water Maintaining proper pH is important for the effectiveness of your sanitizer for user comfort and to prevent corrosion of the Swi...

Page 32: ...duce the usage of specialty chemicals chlorine and bromine it is not a substitute for these chemicals All chemicals should continue to be monitored especially during periods of heavy usage and when changing or replenishing the Swim Spa water Draining your Swim Spa NOTE Always turn the circuit breaker off when you drain your Swim Spa Do not turn the spa heater back on until you have full flow comin...

Page 33: ... cartridge semi annually is recommended to maintain optimum performance Filter maintenance depends on usage Winterizing In cold climates where freezing temperatures occur special care is required to prevent the possibility of damage to the Swim Spa and associated equipment due to freezing If you plan on using your Swim Spa during cold months be sure your pump and heater are in good working order T...

Page 34: ...king new for years Use a spa cleaner for residue and lime buildup at the water level It may be necessary to lower the water level 3 4 inches before cleaning to avoid polluting the Swim Spa Cleaner can be applied to the acrylic surface with a soft cloth and wiped clean Use a non abrasive mild dish washing detergent such as Ivory Liquid Rinse well and dry with a clean cloth NOTE Do not allow the acr...

Page 35: ...zer or other shock treatment product Increase sanitizer level to balance water and shock if needed Adjust pH add appropriate sodium bisulfate product Use clarifier NOTE Your Swim Spa utilizes an ozone generator Please consult your dealer before using polymer based clarifiers Depending on the severity drain the Swim Spa to half and refill or drain completely clean and refill Shock with a chlorine o...

Page 36: ...ther shock treatment product If problem is visible drain clean refill and balance water Skim foam off using your leaf net or drain clean refill and balance water Adjust pH Shock with a chlorine or bromine sanitizer or other shock treatment product Raise pH with sodium bicarbonate product Shock with a chlorine sanitizer shock or other shock treatment product Keep recommended sanitizer residual at a...

Page 37: ...sodium bicarbonate product Use chelating agent if metals are present Keep proper pH level 7 2 to 7 6 Maintain minimum 150 200 ppm calcium hardness Maintain proper alkalinity for type of sanitizer used NOTE If your source water has a high metal or mineral content a specialty chemical should be used to avoid staining or accumulation of deposits These guidelines cover the most common water problems w...

Page 38: ...r blocked suction or skimmer Dirty filter Jets in OFF position Slice valves closed Solution Reset circuit breaker in panel box Add water to fill line on skimmer Refer to temperature heater functioning See Control instructions pg 17 Check house circuit breaker Contact dealer Clean suction grate and skimmer basket Clean or replace filter elements See Maintenance section pg 30 Program longer filtrati...

Page 39: ... OFF position Improper or defective wiring or electrical supply Pump thermal overload switch tripped Wearing in of turbo blower brushes Swim Spa is in heating cycle Swim Spa is in filter cycle Swim Spa is in standard mode Solution Clean suction grate and skimmer basket Add water to normal water level Contact dealer See Priming section pg 16 Turn on jets Reset circuit breaker at house panel Contact...

Page 40: ...ater temperature Exit slowly to accommodate relaxed leg muscles and possible light headedness 6 Soaking for too long may cause some users to feel nauseous dizzy or light headed If you wish to soak in high temperature water 104 F 40 C leave the Swim Spa after 15 minutes shower cool down and then return for another brief stay In lower temperatures e g 98 6 F 37 5 C normal body temperature most peopl...

Page 41: ... the jets is similar to using a treadmill You will want to pace your swim strokes and kicks to maintain your place in the water for an optimal workout If you like to sprint during your workout you can use the optional swim tether to give you maximum resistance when sprinting 19 Always wear waterproof shoes when Aqua Jogging for the best slip resistance and to protect your feet 20 The bottom of the...

Page 42: ...OTAL OUTPUT AMP DRAW NOT TO EXCEED MAX INPUT RATING OF SPA J37 MUST ALSO BE SET ON PINS 2 AND 3 FOR A 12V SPA LIGHT J46 J37 CIRC PUMP CIRC PUMP F5 10A 250V X B PN 53310 J3 BLOWER K1 J6 J2 W12 LOCATION DEVICE VOLTS AMPS FROM TO J6 ON BLOWER 240V 8A W12 ON RED AC EXPANDER EXPANDER OPTIONAL X B DAUGHTER BOARD TEST MODE OFF DON T ADD 1 HS PUMP W HTR DON T ADD 2 HS PUMPS W HTR DON T ADD 4 HS PUMPS W HT...

Page 43: ...R CONDUCTORS ONLY EMPLOYER UNIQUEMENT DES CONDUCTEURS DE CUIVRE 6 AWG MIN WIRE 90 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 ALL UNUSED SWITCHES SHOULD BE OFF SWITCHBANK A OFF DOWN SWITCHBANK A ON UP TEST MODE OFF STANDARD ECON SLEEP MODES DIG OR LT DUPLEX PANEL AUX FREEZE MUST BE OFF CIRC WITH 1SPD PUMP1 60HZ BLOWER ON MAIN PANEL DEGREES F NON CIRC HIGH AMP MODE TEST MODE ON STANDARD MODE ONLY MINI PANEL AUX...

Page 44: ...eceive prompt warranty service you must return your warranty card completed with model and serial number to your dealer immediately upon completion of the spa installation MAAX Spas Industries Corp provides a limited warranty to our customers It applies to the spa structure surface plumbing pumps heater blower and controls The limited warranty does not cover damage resulting from improper maintena...

Page 45: ...es Corporations knowledge However MAAX Spas Industries Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Norisanyliabilityassumedfordamagesresultingfromuseoftheinformationcontained herein Specifications subject to change without notice Spas shown at percentage of actual size Congratulations on your purchase of an Vita Swim Spa from MAAX Spas Your Owner s Manual provides installation op...

Page 46: ...03 2011 PN 108502 25605 South Arizona Avenue Chandler Arizona 85248 1993 2010 MAAX Spas Industries Corp Printed in U S A Your MAAX Spas dealer ...

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