Cal Spas LTR20111000 manual Winterizing Cold Climate Draining, Vacation Care

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34 Maintenanceand Cleaning

Winterizing (Cold Climate Draining)

In many areas of the country, the temperature drops below 32˚F (0°C). We recommend that you always have your spa full of water and running at normal spa temperatures (80˚F to 100˚F, 26.7°C to 37.8°C). This will help reduce the risk of freezing in your spa and your spa’s equipment.

Warning: If you find the need to drain your spa, be aware of the potential of freezing in your spas equipment and plumbing. Even if the directions below are followed perfectly, there is no guarantee that your spa will not suffer freeze damage.

Freeze damage is not covered by your warranty.

1.Open all filter covers.

2.Remove the filter baskets and filters.

3.Drain your spa completely as described in the instructions above.

4.Vacuum water from the spa’s main drain fitting with a wet/dry vacuum.

5.Remove drain plugs from the front of the pumps.

6.Disconnect the unions from both sides of the pump.

7.Blow any remaining water out of the jets and equipment area with the wet/dry vacuum.

8.Cover your spa with a good spa cover and an all-weather tarp to ensure that neither rain nor snow enters the spa.

	NOTE: All manifolds are plumbed in series directly to the
	main drain (see example at right), making it easier to remove	Continuous water flow and drainage
	water and reducing the possibility of freeze damage.	Continuous water flow and drainage
	water and reducing the possibility of freeze damage.

Vacation Care

You can leave your spa unattended for up to two weeks if you follow these instructions.

ALWAYS lock your cover using the cover locks if you plan to be away from home and the spa is filled with water.

1.Set the spa to Sleep Mode. (See instructions on page 13 or page 14 for changing modes.)

2.Following the water quality instructions starting on page 21, adjust the pH.

3.Shock the water (add either chlorine or bromine sanitizer).

4.When you return, check and adjust the pH and shock the water.

If you will not be using your spa for longer than 14 days and a spa maintenance service is not available, we strongly recommend you drain or winterize your spa.

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LTR20111000, Rev. D

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Contents LTR20111000, Rev. D 9/14/11 Cleaning and Maintenance Using the Entertainment SystemOperating Your Spa AppendixImportant Safety Instructions This FirstRead First!This Preparing for Your New Portable Spa Planning the Best LocationForYour New Portable Spa Preparing forYour New Portable Spa Preparing a Good FoundationVolt Electrical Installation Gfci and Wiring RequirementsTesting the Gfci Breaker Testing the Gfci240V Gfci and Wiring Requirements Control System Power Setting Gfci Required Wires RequiredWires Required Spa Model High Power Configuration Electrical Installation for 11 kW HeaterOFF Position Down On Position Up A10Gfci Wiring Diagram Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa Your New PortableSpa Adjust water chemistry Using the control panel Using the bleeder valvePriming the Pump New Portable SpaOperating Your Spa Operating SpaYour5100DV, 6200DV, and 6300DV Electronic Control Operation Initial Start upSwitching Heating Modes Jet Operation One Pump SystemsJet Operation Two and Three Pump Systems Heater LightElectronic Control Operation Auxiliary controls for the 9800 systemSetting the Temperature Lock TimeStandard, Economy, Sleep, and Standby Modes JetsCirculation Pump Clean up Cycle Preset Filter CyclesYour Spa OzoneDiagnostic Messages Periodic Reminder MessagesMessage Frequency Action Required Message Meaning Action Required Snb SnsStby Electrical Power Efficiency Jets OperatingYourLED Perimeter Lighting Diverter Knobs Hydro Streamer Waterfall WaterfallsAir Venturis Adjustable Therapy System Wireless Spa MonitorWater Clarity Key to Clear WaterWater Clarity Testing and Adjusting Spa Water Balancing the Total AlkalinityBalancing the pH Balancing the Calcium HardnessUsing Chlorine as a Sanitizer SanitationChemical Safety About the Pure XL Water SanitizerShocking the Water Filter Cleaning OzonatorBather Load Spa capacity gallons Maintenance level Cal Clarity II Bromine GeneratorStarting the Spa with Fresh Water Cal Clarity II Settings Testing the WaterAdding BromiCharge to the Water Operating ModesMaintenance Schedule Troubleshooting Water Clarity Problems ClarityCleaning and Maintenance Removing and Reseating the PillowsSpa Cover Cleaning and Replacing the Filter Draining Your Portable SpaFreeze damage is not covered by your warranty Winterizing Cold Climate DrainingVacation Care Continuous water flow and drainageCleaning Your Spa Jet Removal and ReplacementSpa Cover and Pillows Spa ShellUsing the Entertainment System Listening to the RadioPlaying a CD Inserting and Ejecting a DiskUsing the Entertainment Synchronizing the Remote Control with the Docking StationIPod Docking Station SystemReplacement Parts AppendixWaterfalls Air Control ValveWater Diverter Valves DrainsPillows FiltersReplacement Cabinet Panels Pure XL UV Water SanitizerLED Lights Covers Diamond SeriesEscape Series Family Series ES848B / ES848L / ES861B 93 x ES861L / ES864B / ES864LFitness Series Platinum SeriesKeeping Fit with your Spa Ultimate Fitness Series Exercise ProgramConnecting the Exercise Equipment Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Possible SolutionsSymptom Water Problems Possible Causes Possible SolutionsSymptom Possible Causes Possible Solutions Pump Problems Pump does not workLimited Warranty Portable SpasManufacturer Warranty Authorized Repairs and ServiceProration of Warranty Acts That Will Void This WarrantyCustomer Service ExclusionsDisclaimers Legal RemediesPortable Spa Portable Spa Warranty Registration Locating the product serial number