Watkins MAL Care of the Exterior, Care of the SPA Cover, Wood SPA Cabinet, Simulated SPA Cabinet

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CARE OF THE EXTERIOR

SPA SHELL

Your Hot Spot® spa has an acrylic like shell. Stains and dirt generally will not adhere to your spa’s surface. A soft rag or a nylon scrubber should easily remove most dirt. Most household chemicals are harmful to your spa’s shell. Watkins Manufacturing Corp. recommends Soft Scrub® and Windex®. These are the only products which have passed the manufacturer’s tests. Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) can also be used for minor surface cleaning. Always thoroughly rinse off any spa shell cleaning agent with fresh water.

SERVICE NOTES:

1.Iron and copper in the water can stain the spa shell if allowed to go unchecked. Ask your Hot Spot dealer for a stain and scale Inhibitor to use if your spa water has a high concentration of dissolved minerals.

2.The use of alcohol or any household cleaners other than those listed to clean the spa shell surface is NOT recommended. DO NOT use any cleaning products containing abrasives or solvents since they may damage the shell surface. NEVER USE HARSH CHEMICALS! Damage to the shell by the use of harsh chemicals is not covered under the warranty.

IMPORTANT: Some surface cleaners contain eye and skin irritants. Keep all 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 COVER

The vinyl spa cover is an attractive, durable foam insulation product. Monthly cleaning and conditioning are recommended to maintain its beauty.

To clean and condition the vinyl cover:

1.Remove the cover from the spa and gently lean it against a wall or fence.

2.With a garden hose, spray the cover to loosen and rinse away dirt or debris.

3.Using a large sponge and/or a soft bristle brush, and using a very mild soap solution (1 teaspoon dishwashing liquid with 2 gallons of water) or baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), scrub the vinyl top in a circular motion. Do not let the vinyl dry with a soap film on it before it can be rinsed clean.

4.Scrub the cover’s perimeter and side flaps. Rinse clean with water.

5.Rinse off the underside of the cover with water only (use no soap), and wipe it clean with a dry rag.

SERVICE NOTE: To remove tree sap, use cigarette lighter fluid (not charcoal lighter fluid). Use sparingly, and rinse with a saddle soap solution immediately afterwards, then wipe dry.

Important reminders:

•DO remove snow buildup to avoid breakage of the foam core from the additional weight of the snow.

•DO lock cover lock straps to secure the cover when the spa is not in use.

•DO NOT drag or lift the spa cover using either the flaps or the cover lock straps.

•DO NOT walk, stand, or sit on the cover.

•DO NOT place any metal or heat transferring object on the cover or place any type of plastic tarp or drop cloth over the cover as this may result in a melted foam core, which would not be covered under the warranty.

•DO NOT use any lifting mechanisms, chemicals or cleaners except those recommended by Watkins® Manufacturing Corporation or its Authorized Sales and Service Dealer.

WOOD SPA CABINET

This spa cabinet is available on Mallorca®, Sorrento® & Trinidad® spas and is constructed of high-quality wood. The wood cabinet is factory-sealed with a lightly tinted stain for beauty and protection. As with all wood products, prolonged exposure will cause discoloration and drying. Do not use wood sealers or wood furniture-type oils such as tung, teak or lemon to seal the cabinet, as they will cause the wood to blacken. Discoloration or aging of the redwood cabinet is considered natural and is not covered by the limited warranty.

NOTE: Always test a small area (such as one or two vertical corner boards) or your spa cabinet for stain compatibility before applying a non- recommended stain.

SIMULATED SPA CABINET

This cabinet is available on La PalmaTM model, Mallorca & Sorrento models. Simulated wood consists of a rigid polymer that combines the durability of plastic, with the beauty of wood. Simulated wood won’t crack, peel, blister, or delaminate even after prolonged exposure to the elements.

Cleaning of Simulated wood consists of simply spraying the cabinet with a mild soap and water solution to remove any stains and residue.

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Contents N e r ’ s M a n u a l OwnerÕs Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Safety InformationAvoiding the Risk to Children DonõtUnclean water Health problems affected by spa useRisks to Avoid Avoiding the Risk of HyperthermiaInstallation Instructions Important SPA InstructionsSite Preparation Deck Installation Outdoor and Patio InstallationINDOOR/BASEMENT Installation Installation InstructionsSPA Cover Installation Electrical InstallationSelecting the Voltage for Your SPA Volt ConversionSorrento Trinidad Jumper Configuration Volt Subpanel Wiring InstructionsSpa Specifications & Illustration LA Palmatm Model LAPSpa Frog 8 Spa Specifications & Illustration SPA Specifications & IllustrationMallorca Model MAL Overhead ViewSorrento Model SOR Trinidad Model TRI 10 Spa Specifications & IllustrationSTART-UP and Refill Procedures Operating InstructionsOperating Instructions Hydromassage Jets Heating and Hydromassage SystemsPrecision Jets AIR Control SystemSPA Control Panel Safety EquipmentSplendors LED Lighting Optional Clean CycleFilter Cycles La PalmaTM & Mallorca Spas onlyLocking Features Stereo Control Panel Mode ButtonMusic Sound System JET Pump 1 JET System JET Pump 2 JET SystemJet Menu Directional Precision Jets on back left wall JET PumpDirectional Precision Jets on back right wall Directional Precision Jets in loungeJET System Sorrento Model SOR JET System MenuTrinidad Model TRI JET System Menu Water Quality and Maintenance Methods for Testing the SPA WaterGeneral Information Water Quality and Maintenance HOT Spot SPA Water Maintenance ProgramFilling the SPA with Water Balancing the Total Alkalinity TABalancing the PH 22 Water Quality and MaintenanceMaintaining the Sanitizer Level Ideal pH level for your spa water isSPA Frog Water Care System SPA Frog Cartridge Replacement InstructionsIdeal Range ppm StepsFollowing the SPA Frog Sanitizer Routine 24 Water Quality and MaintenanceDoõs and Donõts Supplemental Water MaintenanceBromine Super ChlorinationCleaning the Ozone Injector 26 Water Quality and MaintenanceFoam Inhibitors Common Water Chemistry Questions Question Why can’t I fill my spa with soft water?Filter Maintenance Maintenance and SPA Care28 Maintenance and Spa Care Water TerminologyCare of the SPA Pillows Maintenance and Spa CareLA Palma To remove and replace the spa pillowsCare of the SPA Cover Care of the ExteriorWood SPA Cabinet Simulated SPA CabinetNON-OPERATION in Cold Climate Winterizing Your SPAMiscellaneous Service Information Service InformationActs Invalidating Warranty Service InformationDisclaimers Watkins Customer ServiceProblem Probable causes Solutions TroubleshootingPage Watkins Manufacturing Corporation Vista, California USA

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