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WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE

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7. 

FOR THE OLYMPIA AND CUMBERLAND:  

Insert the Monarch silver cartridge, into the 2.5” diameter standpipe at the bottom of the filter canister.

8.     

FOR THE AVENTINE:

For initial silver ion installation only, a round gray adpator (PN 73770), will need to be glued onto the bottom of the filter basket. (See pg. 21)

9.  Carefully replace the filter, the filter basket and weir.

10.  Fill the spa as recommended (see Start-Up and Refill Procedures).

11.  Replace the filter compartment cover.

12.  Fold the cover back into place.

WARNING

: Never use the spa with the filter cartridge, basket, or weir removed.

SILVER ION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Questions

: How are the silver ions added to the water?

Answers

: The silver cartridge contains ceramic beads that are infused with silver. By placing the cartridge in the filter standpipe, it is subject to the flow of water created

by the operation of the jet pump. The flowing water, through a chemical erosion process, carries with it the silver ions necessary to add a sanitizing residual to the spa
water.

Questions

: What happens if I do not add the weekly shock treatment?

Answers

: The contaminants in the water may coat the silver cartridge’s ceramic beads, blocking the silver ions’ release into the water. When this occurs, there will be no

residual of silver ions present in the water, eliminating them from the sanitizing process.

Questions

: How often should the Monarch silver cartridge be replaced?

Answers

: The cartridge must be replaced every four months. Please refer to the instructions provided with each Monarch silver cartridge. 

Questions

: Why can’t I use bromine or biguanides instead of MPS or chlorine?

Answers

: Bromine or biguanides will chemically react with the sanitizing action of the silver ions. This will eliminate their beneficial sanitizing effect.

DOS AND DON’TS

• DO check your MPS or dichlor chemical level prior to each use.

• DO change the Monarch silver cartridge every 4 months

• DO test Total Alkalinity and pH weekly.

• DO check your sanitizer prior to each use.

• DO use Monopersulfate (MPS) chlorine-free oxidizer for spas only.

• DO store all chemicals in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place.

• DON’T use bromine, sodium bromide or biguanides. These are an active sanitizer and will combine with the silver

ions to inactivate them.

• DON’T use a water clarifier; Clarifiers will cause the spa water to become cloudy.

CHLORINE (SODIUM DICHLOR)

A. Sanitizing chemicals, such as chlorine, are oxidants that kill bacteria and viruses in the water. The Free Available Chlorine

(FAC) is a measure of the amount of spa. unused chlorine available to sanitize the spa. The recommended FAC for your spa
water is 3.0-5.0 ppm.

B. Watkins

®

Manufacturing Corporation recommends the use of sodium dichlor type granated chlorine for sanitizing the water.

Sodium dichlor is preferred because it is totally soluble, dissolves quickly and is nearly pH neutral.

C. Maintaining the proper level of chlorine during use is extremely important.

D. If the FAC is too low, bacteria and viruses can grow rapidly in the warm water. 

Increase the FAC by adding granulated

sodium dichlor.

E. If the FAC is too high, the water can cause discomfort to the user’s eyes, lungs and skin. 

Simply allow some time to pass. The FAC level will drop naturally over

time.

F.

When the Free Available Chlorine is within the recommended range, the spa is ready to be enjoyed.

WARNING:

There are several forms of stabilized chlorine available for use in spas and swimming pools and each form has specific chemical characteristics. It is

extremely important that the one you choose is specifically designed for use in spas. Use of an incorrect product such as tri-chlor, which has a very low pH (2.6),
dissolves too quickly in hot water resulting in extremely high levels of chlorine, and is designed for concrete or plaster swimming pools, 

WILL

cause damage to your

Use of a liquid, or any type of compressed bromine or chlorine, acid or any type or sanitizer which is not recommended by Watkins

®

Manufacturing Corporation 

WILL

damage your spa and is specifically not covered under the terms of the limited warranty.

IMPORTANT:

Granulated chlorine (sodium dichlor) will degrade if stored improperly. We recommend purchasing chlorine in one, two, or five pound containers and

storing it in a cool, dry place to maintain its potency. 

SUPER CHLORINATION

Содержание Highland Series

Страница 1: ...Olympia Cumberland AventineTM Highland Series Owner s Manual ...

Страница 2: ... SPA MODEL SERIAL NUMBER ______________________________ COVER SERIAL NUMBER ____________________________________ In most cities and counties permits will be required for the installation of electrical circuits or the construction of exterior surfaces decks and gazebos In addition some communities have adopted residential barrier codes which may require fencing and or self closing gates on the prop...

Страница 3: ...AINTENANCE General Information 12 Methods for Testing the Spa Water 12 The Watkins Spa Water Maintenance Program 13 Chlorine sodium dichlor 15 Monarch Ozone System Optional 17 PureWater Ozone System Optional 17 Common Water Chemistry Questions 18 Water Terminology 18 Spa Water Maintenance Troubleshooting Guide 19 MAINTENANCE Filter Maintenance 20 Care of the Spa Pillows 20 Care of the Exterior 21 ...

Страница 4: ...ment protection To ensure proper operation of this important safety device test according to the following instructions per electrical configuration Cord Connected 115 volt 20 amp models The GFCI is located at the end of the power cord Before each use with the unit operating push the TEST button The unit should stop operating and the GFCI power indicator will go out Wait 30 seconds and then reset ...

Страница 5: ...spa if the suction fittings are broken or missing People with infectious diseases should not use the spa Keep any loose articles of clothing or hanging jewelry away from rotating jets or other moving components Increased side effects of medication The use of drugs alcohol or medication before or during spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning Persons using medications s...

Страница 6: ...Lift or drag the cover by using the cover lock straps always lift or carry the cover by using the handles Attempt to open the electrical control box There are no user serviceable parts inside Opening of the control box by the spa owner will void the warranty If you have an operational problem carefully go through the steps outlined in the Troubleshooting section If you are not able to resolve the ...

Страница 7: ...iratory infection If you or other bathers are affected by this condition please seek medical attention as soon as possible In addition to the above properly clean and maintain your spa as follows Follow all procedures in this owner s manual and printed instructions on all water care chemical products packaging Test the water regularly to ensure proper levels of sanitizers pH and other water care r...

Страница 8: ...rician A wiring diagram is provided inside the equipment module showing where the connections are to be made ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND PRECAUTIONS Your Caldera spa has been carefully designed to give you maximum safety against electrical shock Connecting the spa to an improperly wired circuit will negate many of the spa s safety features Improper wiring may also cause electrocution risk of fire ...

Страница 9: ...he Neutral terminal on the spa s control box 6 Connect the 8 AWG BLACK L1 wire from the subpanel breaker to terminal L1 on the spa s control box 7 Connect the 8 AWG RED L2 wire from the subpanel breaker to terminal L2 on the spa s control box 8 Connect the 8 AWG GREEN wire from the subpanel GRD to the GROUND terminal of the spa s control box 9 Bond the spa to all exposed metal equipment or fixture...

Страница 10: ...intenance section IMPORTANT Activate the Clean cycle Press SET then JETS button before adding spa water chemicals directly into the filter compartment OPERATION NOTE Adjusting the Total Alkalinity as the first step is important as out of balance TA will affect your ability to adjust the pH correctly and will prevent the sanitizer from operating effectively 5 Activate the Clean cycle then superchlo...

Страница 11: ...ter compartment 4 Temperature sensor 5 Spa light 6 Drain suction fitting OLYMPIA MODEL OLY 7 Outlet for optional Ozone 8 Magna Jets 9 Euro Directional Jets 10 Pillow 11 Waterfall Valve 12 Waterfall Feature 1 1 2 4 7 9 10 5 8 1 1 6 10 10 6 6 8 8 8 9 9 9 3 11 12 ...

Страница 12: ... Jets 8 Magna Jets 9 Outlet for optional Ozone 10 Drain suction fitting 11 Pillow 13 Grab Rail 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 7 12 5 11 2 3 4 7 10 5 8 1 6 6 8 9 11 CUMBERLAND MODEL CUH 1 Air control 2 Spa side control panel 3 Spa light 4 Filter compartment 5 Temperature sensor 6 Euro Directional Jets 7 Magna Jets 8 Diverter Valve 9 Outlet for optional Ozone 10 Drain suction fitting 11 Pillow 7 7 3 1 6 8 10 9 8 ...

Страница 13: ...perature will increase by one degree every half second When the set temperature has been reached the READY icon will diplay Pressing the TEMP button displays the spa s set temperature To decrease the set temperature press the TEMP button again once for each degree of decreased temperature desired If you hold the button down the set temperature will decrease by one degree every half second When the...

Страница 14: ...ally turn the filter cycle on twice each day When the spa is first powered up the automatic filter cycle will wait 10 minutes before starting A 1 5 hour filter cycle using the low speed of the jet pump is the programmed default filter cycle time The display will read 1 30 The filter cycle occurs twice a day every 12 hours NOTE The optional Monarch and PureWaterTM ozone systems only work during the...

Страница 15: ... can be accomplished by simply twisting off the Euro jet face adding the nozzle and nozzle retainer then reinstalling the Euro jet face DIVERTER VALVE The diverter valve on the Cumberland spa model allows you to direct the flow of water from the pump to several combinations of jets The functions of this diverter valve can best be learned by experimentation as follows 1 Set all air controls to the ...

Страница 16: ... be added directly into the filter compartment while the jet pump is running and it must run for a minimum of ten minutes To Administer Spa Water Chemicals 1 Fold back the cover Carefully remove and set aside the filter compartment cover if applicable 2 Press the JETS button twice to turn the jet pump on high 3 Carefully measure the recommended amount of chemical and slowly pour it into the filter...

Страница 17: ... the effectiveness of the sanitizer Maintaining water that is comfortable for the user Preventing equipment deterioration C If the spa water s pH level is too low the following may result The sanitizer will dissipate rapidly The water may become irritating to spa users The spa s equipment may corrode If the pH is too low it can be increased by adding sodium hydrogen pH Alkalinity Up carbonate to t...

Страница 18: ...y shock for those users that experience heavy bather load conditions IMPORTANT NOTE MPS is an oxidizer not a sanitizer MONARCH SILVER ION PURIFIER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS When replacing the silver ion purifier every four months it is highly recommended that the spa be drained and refilled at the same time After refilling the spa with water balance the Total Alkalinity TA Calcium Hardness CH and ...

Страница 19: ...idizer for spas only DO store all chemicals in a tightly sealed container in a cool dry place DON T use bromine sodium bromide or biguanides These are an active sanitizer and will combine with the silver ions to inactivate them DON T use a water clarifier Clarifiers will cause the spa water to become cloudy CHLORINE SODIUM DICHLOR A Sanitizing chemicals such as chlorine are oxidants that kill bact...

Страница 20: ...ENANCE Proper water sanitation and mineral balance pH control are absolutely essential for a complete spa water maintenance program Here are three other popular water additives that are optional Mineral Deposit Inhibitors As water evaporates from your spa and new water is added the amount of dissolved minerals will increase Minimize evaporation by keeping the cover on the spa whenever possible The...

Страница 21: ...ter Cleaning the Ozone Injector On occasion a mineral build up may clog the ozone injector causing a lack of flow or low flow of ozone bubbles To prevent this refer to the following instructions to clean the injector 1 Disconnect power to the spa 2 Access the equipment compartment 3 Locate the ozonator in the equipment compartment and unplug the ozonator from the control box 4 Place 16 ounces of w...

Страница 22: ...s type of highly concentrated chemical Remember chemical abuse is specifically not covered under the terms of the warranty Question When I open my spa I smell chlorine How do I get rid of this smell Answer There are two types of chlorine in your spa The first is the Free Available Chlorine which is the chlorine available to sanitize your spa This free Available Chlorine does not have an odor The s...

Страница 23: ...known as super chlorination when chlorine is used Shock treatment is a process of adding significant doses of a quick dissolving sanitizer sodium dichlor is recommended to oxidize non filterable organic waste and to remove chloramines and bromamines Total Alkalinity The amount of bicarbonates carbonates and hydroxides present in spa water Proper total alkalinity is important for pH control If the ...

Страница 24: ...ter then replace basket and weir by inserting and rotating clockwise to lock into position CARE OF THE SPA PILLOWS Spa pillows will provide years of comfort if treated with care They have been positioned above the water level to minimize the bleaching effects of chlorinated water and other spa water chemicals To extend their life whenever the spa shell is being cleaned the spa pillows should be re...

Страница 25: ...cleaners out of the reach of children and use care when applying CARE OF THE SPA COVER WARNING The cover is a manual safety cover that meets or exceeds all prevailing requirements of ASTM Standards for spa safety covers when installed and used correctly as of the date of manufacture Non secured or improperly secured covers are a hazard Open the cover to its fully open position before use VINYL COV...

Страница 26: ...REEZING TEMPERATURES DO NOT OCCUR it may be desirable to turn the heater to the lowest temperature The automatic filter cycles will keep the spa water clean and sparkling When preparing the spa for use check the water chemistry to assure correct chlorine or bromine and pH levels You can keep the water in the spa during the time of year when freezing at the spa location may occur If a freeze condit...

Страница 27: ...suse and abuse shall include any operation of the spa other than in accordance with Watkins Manufacturing Corporation printed instructions or use of the spa in an application for which it is not designed specifically use of the spa in a non residential application damage caused by operation of the spa at water temperatures outside the range of 35 F and 120 F damage caused by a dirty clogged or cal...

Страница 28: ...ot reset check for clogged filter If tripping continues call for service Check for clogged filter The pressure switch will reset when the flow of water through the heater has been restored Call for service if the pressure switch trips frequently Contact an Authorized Service Technician Add water Clean filters Clean suction screens Open jet nozzles Open air valve Contact an Authorized Service Techn...

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Страница 32: ...eer or contractor be consulted before the spa is placed on an elevated deck NOTE The Filled weight and Dead weight of the spa includes the weight of the occupants assuming an average occupant weight of 175 lbs 5 4 x 5 4 AventineTM 29 35 square feet 1 000 or 4 000 150 gallons 395 lbs 2 020 lbs 80 lbs per square foot 115 volt 20 amp Dedicated GFCI protected cord or 230 volt 50 amp Single phase GFCI ...

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