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OWNER'S MANUAL

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

An Instruction Manual For The SwimEx Aquatic Exercise Machine 

Models SX400S, SX480S, SX500S & SX600S 

SwimEx Systems 

846 Airport Rd, Fall River, MA 02720 

800-877-7946 

 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for SX400S

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL An Instruction Manual For The SwimEx Aquatic Exercise Machine Models SX400S SX480S SX500S SX600S SwimEx Systems 846 Airport Rd Fall River MA 02720 800 877 7946 ...

Page 2: ...eface HOW THE SWIMEX WORKS SAFETY FEATURES 1 0 WARNINGS PRECAUTIONS 2 0 HOW TO OPERATE THE SWIMEX A USER S GUIDE 3 0 VARIATIONS MAINTENANCE 4 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 5 0 WATER QUALITY GUIDELINES 6 0 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION 7 0 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 8 0 ...

Page 3: ...ssing the Stop Bar with your hand will stop the paddlewheel When air pulses generated when you depress a button travel through the air tubes that connect these control buttons to the AC Tech controller they enter a sensor that turns them into electrical currents Two types of air pulses can be generated By quickly depressing a button and immediately letting it up a short air pulse is generated This...

Page 4: ...e SwimEx pool and the options have been tested and approval by E T L under UL specifications for spas hot tubs UL1563 Front and Rear Safety Grilles 3 4 thick stainless steel front and rear grilles protect the swimmer from the paddlewheel propulsion system Additionally the rear grille intake openings are only 1 8 wide Front and Side Handrails stainless steel grab rails surround the water area for a...

Page 5: ...nic controller Serious injury or death may occur Contact a licensed electrician or the SwimEx Customer Service Department Never run the filter system s pump when the shut off valves are in the off position This will cause severe damage to the system and will burn out the pump The shut off valves are located on the water lines running from the SwimEx 2 valves to the filter system and back from the ...

Page 6: ...nd comply with the directions on the instructional decal located on the inside front wall of the SwimEx The following is the SwimEx User s Guide We recommend keeping the original copy intact with this manual and also keeping a waterproof copy near the SwimEx for easy reference or for guest s use ...

Page 7: ... neck By pressing the fast button bring the water current up to full speed Slowly drain the water from the pool until the water current coming out of the front grate is smooth and FLAT No Waves or Air Bubbles Stop draining This is your ideal water level Check the water temperature and chemical levels and adjust as needed 1 Enter the swim area via the ladder or stairs located in the rear of the Swi...

Page 8: ...ming location When swimming on your back use an overhead mark to keep yourself in the ideal swimming location 8 Do not allow anything to obstruct the front or rear grates 9 To stop swimming walk or swim up to the swimmer s control panel and depress the STOP button This will stop the paddlewheel The rear shut off tube can also be used to stop the paddlewheel 10 Exit the SwimEx using the ladder or s...

Page 9: ...Section 6 0 Local water conditions usage temperature evaporation rate and other factors must be taken into consideration when planning and maintaining your water quality control See your local water chemical supplier for information It is best to take a sample of your pool water with you for accurate analysis and local professional advice Remember that the SwimEx holds approximately 2 600 gallons ...

Page 10: ...ilter cartridge See Manufacturer s Manual Light use Every 3 4 months Medium use Every 2 3 months Heavy use Weekly or as needed NOTE Use the following as a guide for usage rates Light use 0 2 hours of daily operation 3 4 x week Medium use 2 4 hours of daily operation Heavy use Over 4 hours of daily operation Check all electrical connections all ground wire connections and test all circuit breakers ...

Page 11: ... year Medium use Every year Heavy use Every year Check all control button air tube lines to make sure they are securely attached to the air buttons and to the controller Also inspect for any crimps or obstructions in the air lines AS NEEDED Vacuuming For the mini vacuum system follow manufacturer s instructions Cleaning of Fiberglass Surfaces A Fantastic or Soft Scrub type of cleaner works well Fo...

Page 12: ...r exposure You should clean polish and wax your fiberglass surfaces if the surfaces start to yellow or stain as needed For severe stains call SwimEx To prevent staining due to minerals in your local water supply see Section 6 0 Water Quality Guidelines Maintenance Charts The following are SwimEx maintenance charts We recom mend keeping the original copies intact with this manual and keeping waterp...

Page 13: ...e paddlewheel motor which can occur for a number of reasons this G F I electronic breaker will shut off thus shutting down the machine The controller must be reset by depressing the STOP button it will then be ready for a start command If the machine shuts off again there is a problem and it must be handled by a licensed electrician You may also call the SwimEx Customer Service Department If too m...

Page 14: ...ugh the system and exit out the front grille into the swim area Check to make sure nothing is blocking the rear grille covering the paddlewheel Check swim area water level and adjust if needed To remove the air trapped in the system simply stop the paddlewheel by depressing the STOP button This will burp the air out of the SwimEx Before re starting make sure there is nothing blocking the rear gril...

Page 15: ...d model numbers available before calling Pump Filter Units Pentair Pool Products Technical Services 800 831 7133 Any questions or problems relating to the water circulation filter operation etc Electronic Controller AC Technology Corp 508 278 6781 Please have your electrician call with any questions or problems concerning the electronic controller i e LED warning caution lights light up you cannot...

Page 16: ...00 831 7133 Skimmer Hayward Pool Products Inc 909 594 1600 USA 905 829 2880 Canada Swimometer Any questions or problems concerning the swimometer call SwimEx Customer Service at 800 877 7946 The SwimEx Customer Service Department will gladly assist you with areas of interest and concern NOT listed above ...

Page 17: ...utgoing order This same label will be mailed to you in the case of parts being returned with no replacement or follow up parts order It is an absolute necessity that this label be used packages arriving without such identification will be refused by the TPI Receiving Department and subject to return shipment or storage charges at the sender s expense Parts shipped to dealers or retail customers as...

Page 18: ... be between 7 2 7 6 Ideal 7 4 2 Clean your filter Now test the total alkalinity of the water You should take a sample of the water to a local pool store for this analysis The total alkalinity should be in the 100 120 ppm range If it is not ask your local pool company what kind of chemicals to put in the water and the amounts of each needed to bring the total alkalinity to the appropriate range Tes...

Page 19: ...ystem must be located on the water supply fill line before filling the SwimEx with water If the pool s surface begins to stain usually a light brownish color it could be due to colbalting a reaction of the pool s surface to the chemicals in the water If you suspect that this is the case with your pool we recommend using a chemical agent called KEETROL PLUS Keetrol Plus is odorless colorless tastel...

Page 20: ...l out and return the warranty cards to the respective manufacturers These cards packed with the individual item need to be on file with the manufacturer in order to complete and expedite any warranty claims Warranty cards that need to be returned include SwimEx Systems AC Technologies Electra Gear and Coates ...

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