2005 owner ’s manual
Important Overview Congratulations on your purchase of a Bullfrog Spa or Tadpole Hot Tub by Bullfrog. Bullfrog’s spas are the world’s only spas equipped with the patented JetPak System™. JetPak™ technology delivers incredible power, maximum versatility and allows you to upgrade your spa’s jetting with new JetPaks™, both now and in the future. NOTE: In this document, the terms “Spa” and “Hot Tub” are used interchangeably.
Table of Contents 1 2 3 Quick Reference Chart 4 Spa JetPaks™ and Accessories 5 Installation and Setup Site Selection and Preparation Delivery Basics Electrical Requirements and Installation Instructions Pre-Fill Checklist 6 10 13 22 Operation Control System JetPaks Jetting JetZones™ 24 30 32 33 Maintenance Water Chemistry Changing Spa Water Filter Cleaning Light Bulb and LED Replacement Ozone Purifier Replacement Spa Shell Care JetPak ™ Plumbing Care Spa Cabinet Care Spa Cover Care Miscellaneous Ca
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS: 2. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless closely supervised at all times. 9. WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Injury: a. Water temperature in a spa should never exceed 104 ◦ F (40 ◦ C).
Important Safety Instructions 14. WARNING: PROLONGED IMMERSION IN A SPA OR HOT TUB MAY BE INJURIOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. 15. CAUTION: MAINTAIN WATER CHEMISTRY IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTION. 16. CAUTION: TEST THE GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER BEFORE EACH USE OF THE SPA. 17. CAUTION: ADEQUATE DRAINAGE MUST BE PROVIDED IF THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE INSTALLED IN A PIT. 18. WARNING: Risk of Fatal Hyperthermia.
CAUTION: Location of Your Spa. Locate your spa on a foundation that can support the maximum filled weight of your spa along with the weight of all the occupants using the spa (see Site Selection and Preparation). Also, locate your spa in an environment that can withstand repeated exposure to water and the possibility of a major spill. 12.
Quick Reference Chart Quick Reference Chart To assist you with the installation, maintenance, and service of your new spa, please fill out the following information and keep it on hand for future reference. Spa Information Spa Model: Serial Number: Dealership: Dealer’s Phone Number: Date Purchased: Date Installed: Contractor Information General 1. Name: Telephone: 2. Name: Telephone: Electrician 1. Name: Telephone: 2. Name: Telephone: Concrete, Decking, and Masonry 1. Name: Telephone: 2.
Spa JetPaks™ and Accessories Spa JetPaks and Accessories JetPaks: In addition to the JetPaks that come with your spa, you may want to consider increasing your JetPak™ selection. Additional JetPaks will not only provide you with exciting hydrotherapy options, but will also keep your spa feeling new.
Spa JetPaks and Accessories/Installation and Setup Spa & Yard™ Stereo: Marine-grade stereo and CD player with spa-side controls and Bose® speakers. Listen to your favorite CDs or radio station in your spa or in the yard. NOTE: This option is not available on the Bullfrog 331, Tadpole 251, or Tadpole 362. CoverMate-I Cover Lifter: Makes uncovering and covering your spa simple and easy. While you are using your spa, your cover is neatly stored behind the spa, providing a useful privacy screen.
Outdoor Considerations: There are several considerations when installing your spa outdoors. 1. Avoid selecting a site where excessive water may contact the spa, such as sprinklers or a roof edge without rain gutters. 2. Avoid areas of direct, prolonged sunlight (if possible). The ultraviolet rays may fade or damage the spa cover and cabinet. 3. Check all applicable national and local codes regarding possible restrictions that require fencing or childproof gates around the spa. 4.
Installation and Setup Water Drainage: Avoid installing the spa in a pit or low area where water may accumulate and damage the spa or its equipment. Choose a site where water will drain away from the spa. Your spa contains an equipment compartment, which houses all of its electrical components. Allowing water into the equipment compartment can damage the electronics, or may result in tripping your spa’s circuit breaker.
Elevated Installations: Be certain your deck or elevated structure can support the maximum filled weight of your spa along with the total weight of occupants that use it. You must know the deck’s weight-bearing load capacity and ensure that it is greater than the maximum filled weight of your spa combined with the occupants using it or serious injury or structural damage could result.
Installation and Setup Delivery Basics To prepare for the delivery of your spa, make sure the delivery path is clear and no obstructions are present. Obstacles such as overhanging tree limbs, awnings, protruding gas meters, water meters, and A/C units can prevent easy access. It may be necessary to remove a gate, part of a fence, or other items in order to dolly the spa to the desired location.
L Installation and Setup W: Width L: Length H: Height D-H: Dolly Height O-H: Overall Height D: Cross Square W Spa Dimensions Chart (for Vertical Deliveries) Model Width (W) Length (L) Bullfrog 331 31” (.79m) 6’ 10” (2.09m) 5’ 6” (1.73m) Height (H) Bullfrog 451 35” (.89m) 7’ 4” (2.24m) 6’ 7” (2.01m) Bullfrog 562 35” (.89m) 7’ 4” (2.24m) 7’ 4” (2.24m) Bullfrog 552 35” (.89m) 7’ 10” (2.39m) 7’ 10” (2.39m) Bullfrog 662 35” (.89m) 7’ 10” (2.39m) 7’ 10” (2.39m) Bullfrog 682 35” (.
88” (2.24m) typ. Installation and Setup 94” (2.39m) typ. 35” (0.89m) 35” (0.89m) R 15 1/2” (39.37cm) typ. R 15 1/2” (39.37cm) typ. 682, 662, 552 562, 362 88” (2.24m) 82” (2.08m) 35” (0.89m) 79” (2.01m) 66” (1.68m) 451, 251 R 15 1/2” (39.37cm) typ. NOTE: Toe kick sits approximately 1.5” (3.81cm) back from the cabinet on all sides. 12 31” (0.79m) 331 R 15 1/2” (39.37cm) typ.
IMPORTANT: Provide a copy of these instructions to your Electrician. INTRODUCTION The installation of all spas must be in accordance with national and local wiring rules. Always have a licensed Electrician perform the electrical installation. Each Bullfrog Spa and Tadpole Hot Tub is manufactured and tested to a standard that provides maximum protection against electrical shock. Improper wiring may prevent the spa from operating safely which could result in electrical shock, injury or death.
Installation and Setup Electrical Access Conduit: Each Bullfrog Spa and Tadpole Hot Tub is manufactured with an electrical access conduit which allows the electrical supply wires to be connected to the spa’s Control System Box. This access conduit is located in the front-left corner (when you are facing the spa’s control pad) of the spa. 12V Maximum on Live Parts: Live parts accessible to the user must not exceed 12V.
Permanently-Connected 120V~/60Hz spas require a GFCI protected, 3-wire (Line 1, Neutral and Ground), 120V~/60Hz, 20A, Single-Phase, dedicated electrical circuit. It is important that this circuit is dedicated (not being used by any other electrical appliance) or the spa may not function properly. Installation must be in accordance with all national and local wiring rules.
House Breaker Box System Box B L K Hot R E D Hot G R N Ground GRN W H T USE COPPER 240V WIRE MIN. 6 AWG. 40A 60HZ RED (HOT) BLK (HOT) Neutral Installation and Setup GFCI Wiring Diagrams Circuit Board WHT GRN (GROUND) BLK (HOT) RED (HOT) WHT(NEUTRAL) GRN (GROUND) G.F.C.I.
B L U HOT B R N 230V 20A 50HZ Installation and Setup NEUTRAL USE COPPER WIRE MIN. 6 AWG.
Installation and Setup BF01 Wiring Diagram Ratings: 230V~, 48A, 60Hz 18
Ratings: 120V~230V, 16/A, 40A Installation and Setup BF02/03 Wiring Diagram 120V~-230V~ Heater Conversion Instructions Step 1: Conversion must be performed by a qualified, licensed Electrician. Hardware only. Step 2: Disconnect from power and remove wire/cord. Step 3: Remove wire connected to J23 and J53 completely and discard. Step 4: Install 230V~ power line to TB1 terminal block. Step 5: Set dip switch 2 to “on” position.
Installation and Setup BF04 Wiring Diagram Ratings: 230V~, 16/32A 230V~, 16A x2 20
Bullfrog Spa Wiring & Yard Diagram Stereo Doorfor Wiring Diagram TM Installation and Setup Bullfrog Spa & Yard™ Stereo Door White - Antenna Right Speaker Left Speaker Puple + Purple/ Black - - Black Red + 12 V Green + Green/ Black - Stereo Head Unit Fuse 10 Amp Remote control Cable Remote control Wiring Diagram for Bullfrog Spa & Yard™ Stereo Door White - Antenna Right Speaker Left Speaker Puple + Purple/ Black Green + Green/ Black Stereo -Manufactured by Head Unit Bullfrog International, LC
Installation and Setup Pre-Fill Checklist Important: The equipment should never be operated without water in the spa. Serious damage to the pump and heater may occur. Step 2: Tighten Equipment Fittings: Hand tighten all PVC pipe unions located in the equipment compartment. This will prevent the possibility of a leak. NOTE: Fittings can loosen during shipment. Step 1: Check Drain Cap: There is a drain cap included in Step 3: Check Slice Valve Keepers: Verify that a slice the Owner’s Packet.
Installation and Setup Step 5: Check for Leaks: After the spa is filled, check all fittings and equipment for signs of leakage before turning on the spa. Turn on pump(s), once again, check for leakage. If a leak is detected, tighten the fitting by hand. If the leak persists contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer. Step 4: Fill the Spa: Fill the spa to the water level indication mark on the faceplate of the filter assembly by placing the hose into the filter compartment through the Weir door.
Operation Operation Control System IMPORTANT: Each Bullfrog Spa is manufactured with either a Select or Premier Control System. Each Tadpole Hot Tub is manufactured with a Basic Control System. Refer to the Control System that applies to your spa. WARNING: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
LED Light (optional) Press light to toggle the LED light on and off. Press light + light to shift through the color options. The light will turn off automatically after 4 hours. Standby Mode (Sby) Standby Mode idles all of the spa’s functions. This is helpful when changing a filter or a JetPak. Press temp then jets 2 or aux to start mode. Press any button to exit this mode. To program, press temp + jets 1. Press temp to select the filter duration. Press jets 1 to select the number of filter cycles.
Operation Premier Control System (Bullfrog Spa models only) General The pump responsible for heating and filtration is pump 1. Timeouts refer to a preset length of time that a function is programmed to operate before shutting off automatically. Certain conditions (filter or freeze) can cause a function to operate longer, while faults can cause a function to operate for a shorter length of time. The system keeps track of timeouts regardless of other conditions.
Press warmer or cooler once to display the set temperature. Press warmer or cooler again to increase or decrease the temperature. After three seconds, the LCD will automatically display the last measured spa temperature. Spa Operating Modes A multi-button sequence is used to switch between Standard, Economy, and Sleep modes. Press mode/prog to enter mode, press cooler to cycle through modes, press mode/prog to confirm selection. • Standard Mode (Std): maintains the desired temperature.
Operation Diagnostic Message (for all control Systems) Message Meaning Action Required No message on display. Power has been The control panel will be disabled until power returns. Spa settings are preserved cut off to the spa. until the next power-up. Overheat - The spa has shut down. One DO NOT ENTER THE WATER. Remove the spa cover and allow water to cool. Once the of the sensors has detected that the spa heater has cooled, reset by pushing any button.
Meaning Action Required The spa is operating in Standard mode. Temperature display is current after pump has been running for at least 2 minutes. Operation Message Press temp followed by light to switch modes. The spa is operating in Economy mode. Ecn will appear solid on the display when the temperature is not current. Ecn will alternate with the temperature when the temperature is current. Press temp followed by light to switch modes.
Operation JetPaks™ Interchanging JetPaks Step 1: Put the spa in Standby mode, this will prevent the pump(s) from activating (see Control System). Step 4: Loosen the two PVC unions, pull the manifold out from in between the two water unions and remove the JetPak from the JetPod ™. Step 2: Carefully, remove the head rest by lifting upwards. Step 3: Push the JetPak™ forward until you have enough room to reach the two PVC water unions and air-line union. 30 Step 5: Disconnect the air line union.
Operation IMPORTANT: Spa models with two pumps have two different JetZones™. These JetZones are divided by a JetZone Divider™. Never operate the spa without the JetZone divider in place. Doing so will cause serious damage to the pumps. In addition, interchanging JetPaks™ from one JetZone to another may result in improper water flow to one or more JetPaks. Do not install the JetZone Divider in either the first or the last seat.
Operation Jetting Jet Types Depending on the design, your spa comes with a Verta’ssage Adjustable: No unique combination of the following jets: Neck Adjustable: Yes Handheld Adjustable: No Cluster Storm Adjustable: Yes Jumbo Storm Adjustable: Yes Shower Adjustable: No Duo Adjustable: No Interchangeable with Duo-Blaster Duo-Blaster Adjustable: No Interchangeable with Duo Whirlpool Adjustable: Yes Interchangeable Jets Certain jets allow for interchangeable jet nozzles.
JetZones™ Operation Spas powered by two pumps provide a unique feature called JetZones. A JetZone™ is a region of jets powered by the same pump. With JetZones, you decide which JetPaks™ are powered by each pump. Two-pump spas have two JetZones. Each pump (on two-pump models only) provides water flow to its own JetZone. Each JetZone can be customized with the use of a JetZone Divider™ (included).
Maintenance Maintenance Water Chemistry Tap water that is safe to drink is not always safe for a spa. Normal tap water is usually filled with minerals and microcontaminants that are not visible to the naked eye. Properly testing and treating your spa water is essential for the health of the spa as well as the people using it.
When Super Sanitizing your spa water, and providing that you are available to attend to the safety of any children present, you should allow the high level of sanitizer to off-gas by opening the spa cover at least half way for a minimum of 20 minutes. Failure to allow high concentrations of sanitizer to off-gas with the spa cover open will cause the underneath side of the cover to discolor and degrade. Such damage to the spa cover is not covered under the terms of your spa’s warranty.
Maintenance Step 2: If possible, have your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer test the calcium hardness (CH) of your spa water. Adjust the CH to 150-200 parts per million (PPM). Step 3: Test and adjust the Total Alkalinity (TA). TA should measure 125 to 150 PPM. Step 4: Test and adjust the pH. Water pH should measure 7.4 to 7.6.
Changing Spa Water IMPORTANT: Drain your spa to an area that can handle a large quantity of water. If draining water onto vegetation, make sure that the sanitizer level (Chlorine or Bromine level) of the water is less than 0.5 PPM. WARNING: Avoid drainage that can lead into basement window wells. To Drain Your Spa: Step 1: Disconnect electrical power supply. Step 2: Remove equipment compartment door. Step 1: Remove garden hose from drain hose. Step 2: Replace drain hose cap.
Maintenance Filter Cleaning It is recommended that the filter cartridge(s) be cleaned every 3-6 weeks or as needed. Replace the filter cartridge(s) every 1-2 years or when necessary. To maintain warranty protection, use only genuine Bullfrog Filter Cartridge replacements. To clean your filter cartridge(s), complete the following: Step 1: Place the spa in Standby mode. Step 2: Remove FilterCap™. Step 3: Remove cartridge(s).
Light Bulb and LED Replacement Ozone Purifier Replacement IMPORTANT: The indicator light will not be on when any jets button has been activated manually. The light will remain off for 30 minutes thereafter. NOTE: If the indicator light does not turn on during automatic filter pump operation, contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer for service. To replace a burned out or defective light bulb or LED, complete the following: Step 1: Turn off the electrical power at the breaker box.
Maintenance Spa Shell Care General Cleaning For normal cleaning, use a mild dishwashing soap such as Ivory® liquid or a window cleaner such as Windex ®. For stubborn stains, use a mild liquid cleaner such as Softscrub ® or a mild detergent such as Spic And Span ®. To apply these cleaners, use a soft, damp cloth or sponge. Rinse well and dry with a clean cloth. To clean hard water stains, remove light scratches and protect your spa shell, contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer.
Freeze Prevention WARNING: Prior to winterizing your spa, it will be necessary to Super Sanitize the spa water as per the instructions in the Water Chemistry section. This procedure will help prevent the growth of bacteria, algae and fungi in any areas of plumbing that may not be fully free of water after you drain your spa for its period of winterization. Step 1: Drain the water. Low-Use or No-Use Periods During certain times of the year, you may not use the spa on a frequent basis.
Service Service Before requesting service from your dealer, refer to the Troubleshooting section to determine the necessary course of action. If the problem cannot be solved using the Troubleshooting Guide, contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer. Warranty Service If the spa falls within the warranty period and within the scope of the warranty, contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer to schedule a service call. You will be required to show proof of purchase.
Troubleshooting Guide Spa light does not work: Control panel displays an error message: Cause #2: Lighting system is defective. Solution: Contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer. Cause: An error has occurred. Solution: See Diagnostic Messages for specific errors. Control pad and spa equipment do not operate: Cause #1: No electrical power to spa. Solution: Turn on or reset the GFCI circuit breaker. If this does not solve the problem, have a qualified Electrician check the electrical service.
Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Bullfrog Custom Portable Spas Technical Specifications General Features Model 331 Model 451 Model 562 Model 552 Model 662 Model 682 Standard Dimensions (W x L x H) 5’-6” x 6’-10” x 31” 6’-7” x 7’-4” x 35” 7’-4” x 7’-4” x 35” 7’-10” x 7’-10” x 35” 7’-10” x 7’-10” x 35” 7’-10” x 7’-10” x 35” Metric Dimensions (W x L x H) 1.73m x 2.09m x .79m 2.01m x 2.24m x .89m 2.24m x 2.24m x .89m 2.39m x 2.39m x .89m 2.39m x 2.39m x .89m 2.39m x 2.39m x .
General Features Standard Dimensions (W x L x H) Metric Dimensions (W x L x H) Model 251 Model 362 6’-7” x 7’-4” x 35” 7’-4” x 7’-4” x 35” 2.01m x 2.24m x .89m 2.24m x 2.24m x .89m Seating Capacity 5 6 Bucket Seats 2 3 Recliner Seats 1 2 Lounger Seats 1 1 Cool Down Seats 1 0 Water Capacity 265 Gallons (1003L) 321 Gallons (1215L) *Dry/Maximum Filled Weight (includes cover) 603lbs./3588lbs. (273kg/1628kg) 772lbs./4266lbs.
Miscellaneous Parts Identification Diagrams Top View of Spa (Model 552 Shown) Auxiliary Control Pad FilterCap (optional) ™ Cup Holder Foot Jets Headrest Filter Assembly Face Plate Light Master Control Pad Equipment Compartment (Drain Hose and Product Specifications Inside) Ozone Jet Cup Holder JetPak™ Floor Drain Suction Fitting Auxiliary Control Pad (optional) 46
Miscellaneous Equipment Compartment Valve Keeper Slice Valve Pump 1 Underwater Light (backside) Air Intake Drain Hose WellSpring ™ Ozone Purifier (optional) Valve Keeper Control Center Slice Valve Union Pump 2 Heater 47
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