Caldera Paradise Series SPA Cover Care, That Contain Silicone or Alcohol, Winterizing Your SPA

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MAINTENANCE

SPA COVER CARE

CLEANING AND VINYL CARE Keep the cover clean. As often as is necessary wash with mild soap and rinse with clean potable water. DO NOT USE SOLVENTS, PETROLE-

UM PRODUCTS, ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR STRONG DETERGENTS. All vinyls contain plasticizers which migrate out and escape naturally over time. Sun and cold speed up this process. Applications of vinyl cleaner and conditioner, when used according to the manufacturers instructions, may retard this type of deterioration. DO NOT USE PRODUCTS

THAT CONTAIN SILICONE OR ALCOHOL.

CHEMICALS The vinyl and thread are marine treated but will deteriorate quicker when exposed to high levels of chlo- rine, bromine, ozone or other active chemicals. At the time chemicals are added, remove the cover completely and place it far enough away so splashing cannot inadvertently reach the cover. Chemicals should be added frequently at low levels instead of infrequently at high levels.

CARE OF SEWING HOLES AND THREAD The sewing holes and thread are the greatest potential weakness in a cover. Vinyl is a soft, leather-like material which the thread can cut if the cover is roughly handled. This is especially true when the vinyl has been exposed to hot sun. The han- dles, tie-downs and hinge are double reinforced with thick, vinyl coated, rip-stop polyester webbing. However, mis- treatment by sudden jerking motions can damage them. Stretching or pulling one half against the other may rip the cover at the thread holes. To prevent damage, any handling of the cover should be done in a gentle manner.

Note: Fading and discoloration will occur naturally with extended exposure to the sun.

NON-OPERATION IN COLD CLIMATE

If the spa is to be left unused for an extended period of time in areas where freezing temperatures DO NOT OCCUR, it may be desirable to switch the spa to ECONOMY mode. When in ECON- OMY mode, the spa water temperature is maintained within 200F of the set temperature.The automatic filter cycles, along with occa- sional chemical treatments, will keep the spa water clean and sparkling. When preparing the spa for use, check the water chem- istry 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. When the spa water temperature is 200F lower than the set temperature, the pumps and heater will be activated automatically to circulate the water. The LCD will display the “COOL” message.

CAUTION must be used with this approach. In the event of electrical power interruption, regardless of the cause, the heater and pump will stop operating and freeze protection will be lost, possibly resulting in freeze damage to the spa, spa plumbing and/or Control Module.

WINTERIZING YOUR SPA

If you wish to leave your spa empty and it is located where freezing temperatures occur, follow steps 1 thru 5 outlined in “DRAINING YOUR SPA” on page 14 then complete the following steps:

1.If your spa is equipped with the optional Air pump, refer to “EQUIPMENT LOCATION” page 11 and identify its location. If you do not have this option proceed to step #4.

SCREW

 

SIDE

EQUIPMENT

PANEL

COMPARTMENT

 

DOOR

SHOP

AIR

VACUUM

PUMP

HOSE

 

 

AIR

 

INTAKE

2.Remove the screws securing the spa side panel and remove panel (left hand side of spa when facing the spa- side control - not the equipment compartment door).

3.Attach a shop vacuum hose to the air intake of the Air pump, then operate the shop vacuum (in blow mode) for a few seconds until all water has been removed from the air jets and air channel.

NOTE: Make certain all power to the spa is OFF before you continue.

4.It will be necessary to remove all water from the interi- or plumbing. Refer to the illustration on page 6 to locate the drain/suction fittings. Remove the screws securing the drain/suction covers, then remove the suction cover by turning counter-clockwise.

SUCTION COVER REMOVAL

SCREW

SUCTION COVER

1 1/2 in. NPT

FREEZE PLUG

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Contents Paradise Series Table of Contents Important Service Information Read and Follow ALL Instructions Important Safety InstructionsSite Selection SET UP and InstallationEquipment Compartment Access LevelCircuit Breaker Panel House Electrical Installation240V Wiring Schematic Diagram Volt InstallationSTART-UP Instructions Install the SPA Cover TOP View FeaturesCustomizing Your Massage Air Jets the air jets. The air jets operate for 15 min Operation Control PanelLiquid Crystal Display LCD Pumps automatically turn off after operating for 15 minutesStandard or Economy Mode Adjusting the SKIM/FILTER CyclesSKIM/FILTER Cycles Keep Sand and Grit OUT of SPA Maintenance Days a week Once a weekTypical Equipment Compartment Martinique Kauai H G E P F DA OPower Diverter Maintenance Filter Cartridge Removal and Cleaning InstructionsSPA Light Colored Lens Installation SPA Light Bulb ReplacementWinterizing Your SPA SPA Cover CareThat Contain Silicone or Alcohol NON-OPERATION in Cold ClimateDraining Your SPA Pump Drain Plug LocationEvery week as needed Balancing the SPA WaterLinity on label of SPA UP and SPA Down Maintain 1.0 to 3.0 ppm bromine or free chlorineWater Maintenance Symptom Probable Cause Solutions SPA Water TroubleshootingPump motor will not function SPA TroubleshootingT I O N S LCD MessagesCaldera Pure Water Ozone System Page Page SPA Specifications