Cal Spas LTR20121002 manual Bather Load, Starting the Spa with Fresh Water

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Bather Load

“Bather Load” is the term used to describe the num- ber of people using a spa, combined with the length of usage, and the frequency of usage. All these fac- tors have a great effect on the spa water. The higher the bather load, the more chemicals need to be add- ed and a longer filtration time will be needed.

All versions of the Cal Spas Clear Water Plan are designed for spas with average bather load (3 to

4 people, 15 minutes of usage, three times a week at 100 degrees) If your bather load exceeds these guidelines, and you experience water quality prob- lems, increase the amount of filtration first, (go to the next higher filtration number) then if water quality is still not adequate, consult the advice of your Cal Spas dealer for additional chemical or system recom- mendations. Be sure to give them your bather load information.

Starting the Spa with Fresh Water

Prior to filling a spa for the first time, or after a rou- tine draining, you will want to follow this start-up plan to extend water life and performance.

As with all chemical dosages listed in these Clear Water Plans, start-up dosages are intended for 500- gallon spas. Please adjust the chemical dosages to the capacity of your particular spa.

1.Clean the surface of the spa with a multi-purpose cleaner.

2.Apply a protective coat of surface protectant to the acrylic surface.

3.Fill the spa to the proper water level with normal tap water. (Do not use soft water.)

4.Use test strip and balance the spa water.

•Adjust total alkalinity (acceptable range is 80-120ppm).

•Adjust pH if necessary (between 7.2 to 7.8).

5.Add either chlorine or bromine (but not both).

Chlorine: Add two tablespoons of granulated chlo- rine to the spa water.

Bromine: Add 2 oz of granulated bromine to estab- lish a bromine base.

Add 2 bromine tablets to bromine float- er.

6.Turn on jets for 15 minutes. Leave spa uncov- ered during this time.

7.Put cover on spa and allow to heat up to desired temperature.

Water level is very important to the operation of your spa.. If the water lev- el is too low or too high, your spa will not operate properly.. The water level should be about six inches from the top when the spa is not being used..

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Contents LTR20121002, Rev. a 12/30/11 Preparing for Your New Inground Spa Cleaning and MaintenanceDiverter Knobs Inground Spa Installation Checklist Clear Water PlanImportant Safety Instructions Hyperthermia DangerPreparing for Your New Inground Spa Inground Spa Installation ChecklistPlanning the Best Location For Your Spa Grading Prior to Excavation Planning the Best Place for the Outdoor Equipment PackInground Spa Site Preparation Site Excavation Hard BottomSpa Shell Dimensions and Side Views IG-401IG-402 IG-403 IG-404 IG-405 IG-406 IG-407 Spa Model Gfci Required Wires Required Gfci and Wiring RequirementsTesting the Gfci Breaker Electrical Requirements US and CanadaGfci Wiring Diagram RCD and Wiring Requirements Electrical Installation -- EuropeTesting the RCD Breaker RCD Wiring Diagram ForPreparingInstalling the Inground Shell Equipment Pack Plumbing Connections Plumbing ConnectionsConnecting Plumbing to Remote Equipment Gate/Slice ValvesElectrical and Electronic Connection Remote Equipment Topside Control PanelInground Spa Light Installation In- structions See figure belowPreparing forYour New Inground Spa Pouring the Deck Electronic Control Operation Clean-up Cycle Setting the Temperature LockPreset Filter Cycles LightRSA Periodic Reminder MessagesMessage Frequency Action Required RPH RCLOn display Diagnostic MessagesMessage Meaning Action Required No message DrySnb Sns Message Meaning Action RequiredStby Adjustable Jets Diverter KnobsClear Water Plan Contents of this sectionKey to Clear Water Balancing the pH Testing and Adjusting Spa WaterBalancing the Total Alkalinity Recommended total alkalinity is 80 120 ppmUsing Bromine as a Sanitizer Using Chlorine as a SanitizerSanitation Chemical Safety Filter CleaningShocking the Water Bather Load Starting the Spa with Fresh WaterMaintenance Schedule Removing and Reseating the Pillows Cleaning and MaintenanceSpa Cover Draining Your Spa Cleaning and Replacing the FilterWinterizing Cold Climate Draining Spa Cover and Pillows Cleaning Your SpaSpa Shell Warranty Replacement PartsAppendix LTR20121002, Rev. a 12/30/11
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