Whirlpool PORTABLESPA Hot Tub User Manual


 
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INSTALLATION
Equipment Set-Up
1.Remove the plastic sheet covering the spa. Use care;
stepping into the spa with shoes will scratch the
acrylic surface.
2.Remove any packing materials from the spa.
3.Remove each filter cartridge from its plastic bag.
4. Pull open each skimmer/filter door by the handle
located in the middle of the door and remove the
skimmer basket. Then insert the filter cartridge into
the filter housing and re-insert the strainer so that it fits
in place over the filter cartridge and close the skim-
mer/filter door.
5. Clean the interior of the spa of any remaining con-
struction debris. Remove stubborn stains, paint, or
tar with turpentine, isopropyl alcohol or paint thinner.
A mild liquid dishwashing detergent on a damp cloth
is fine for cleaning off other dirt. Plaster can be
removed by scraping with a wooden edge; do not use
a metal scraper, wire brush, or other metal tools, as
they will damage the spa’s surface
6. On initial start-up, it is necessary to purge and sanitize
the system. Carefully follow the procedure described
here to purge and sanitize your spa.
Remove the optional spa cover completely.
Close the drain valve located on the suction tee.
Open the five fully adjustable jets.
Fill the spa with water to its normal operating level,
which is to the water level indicator mark on the
skimmer/filter frame.
Plug the line cord into the proper receptacle in a
115 VAC 20 Amp circuit.
Select JETS on the SYSTEM switch.
Add 1/4 cup sodium dichlor (a fast dissolving
granular type of chlorine) to the water and let the
whirlpool run for 15-20 minutes only.
Turn off JETS.
Turn off circuit breakers.
Immediately open the drain valve and drain the
spa completely.
CAUTION: Leave the optional rigid cover off the spa
during this procedure. Do not use the spa during
this procedure. Drain the spa immediately after-
ward.
7. Close the drain valve and fill the spa with water to
approx. 6 inches below the spa rim, or to water line
indicator mark on the skimmer frame. (See illustra-
tion on this page.)
8. Turn on circuit breakers at the main service panel.
9. Set the heater thermostat for the maximum tem-
perature.
10. Test the spa for proper operation. (Refer to Operat-
ing Instructions.)
11. Refer to Water Quality section of the Operating
Instructions. Test for water quality; then add treat-
ment chemicals to ensure proper levels.
All Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath spas are factory tested for
proper operation and water tight connections prior to
shipping. If leaks or other malfunctions are detected,
immediately notify your Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath dealer or
Authorized Service Agent, or call Jacuzzi Whirlpool
Bath, (800) 225-8292 (415) 938-7070 in California), for
Warranty Service.
WHIRLPOOL JET
FILTER CARTRIDGE
OZONE
FITTING
SUCTION
FITTING
SKIMMER/FILTER
DOOR
AIR INDUCTION
CONTROLS
CONTROL PANEL
WATER RAINBOW
SPOUT
WATER LEVEL
INDICATOR MARK