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Model: ________________________________________________________ Serial Number: __________________________________________________ Date Installed: ___________________________________________________ Dealer: _________________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________ Telephone: _____________________________________________ Note: The serial number/identification label is located within the equipment compartment and skimmer housing.
Ta b l e o f Con te n ts Control Panel Functions Champion SAFETY Instructions Avoiding Risk to Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Avoiding Risk of Electrical Shock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Avoiding Risk of Injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unclean Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Avoiding Risk of Hyperthermia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Champion Spas® SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read And Follow All Instructions AVOIDING THE RISK TO CHILDRE N Ri sk o f Chil d Drow ning Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents, ensure that children cannot use a spa unless they are supervised at all times. ! ! ! • To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this spa unless they are closely supervised at all times.
• Install at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from all metal surfaces. A spa may be installed within 5 feet of a metal surface if each metal surface is permanently connected by a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm) solid copper conductor attached to the wire ground connector on the terminal box that is provided for this purpose if in accordance with National Electrical Code ANSI/NMFPA70-1993. ! • Install your spa in such a way that drainage is away from the electrical compartment and from all electrical components.
! ! AVOIDING RISK OF HYPerTH ERMIA The causes, symptoms and effects of hyperthermia may be described as follows: Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6ºF. The symptoms of hyperthermia include an increase in the internal temperature of the body, dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness and fainting. The effects of hyperthermia include: 1. Failure to perceive heat. 2.
Important: The following contains important spa information, and we strongly encourage you to read and apply them. ! ! ! ! IMPORTANT DO 'S & DON'TS Do: • Make sure you always lock the child resistant spa cover locks after using the spa for your children’s safety. Every Champion Spas® model is equipped with a locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346-91 Standard for Safety Covers. • Test the water temperature with your hand before allowing children to enter the spa to be sure that it’s comfortable.
S PA S P EC I FI C ATION S Width Length Height Average Fill Dry Weight Average Fill Weight Seating Locations 108 78.5” 2m Round Round 31.5” 0.80 m 240 gal 909 L 310 lbs. 141 kg 2,278lbs. 1033 kg 3 213 59” 1.49 m 82” 2.08 m 29” 0.74 m 150 gal 568 L 300 lbs. 136 kg 1,500 lbs. 680 kg 2 215 57" 1.45 m 80" 2.03 m 29" 0.74 m 150 gal 568 L 385 lbs. 175 kg 1650 lbs 748 kg 2 320 67” 1.70 m 80” 2.03 m 32” 0.80 m 240 gal 909 L 480 lbs.
IN S TALLATION INS TRU CTION S Location Preparation Your Champion Spas®model is totally self-contained and portable. You can install the spa outside or inside. Preferable places are on a patio, deck or indoors. The spa should always be placed on a level, load bearing surface in accordance with your local building code requirements. Other items you need to consider are the following: • Verify that the location chosen can support the weight of the spa, the water of the spa and its occupants.
E L EC T RI C AL R EQUIR E M E N TS AND PR EC AU T ION S Your Champion Spas® model has gone through numerous tests to verify that all of the spa functions operate. Beyond the tests, your Champion Spas® model has been designed to provide the maximum safety against electrical shock. Read and follow the electrical installation requirements and instructions completely. The next few pages will assist you in properly connecting the electrical input. Follow the electrical instructions for your specific spa model.
B otto m V i ew of Bre ake r Factory Installed Neutral (Pigtail) Power to Spa Neutral to Spa Incoming Ground (Green) Incoming Power (Black) Ground to Spa Outgoing Power to Spa Outgoing Neutral to Spa Incoming Power (Black or Red) Incoming Neutral (White) ! Electrical Spa Wiring Connection Instructions ! Due to the risk of damaging the PC Board, the equipment and the GFCI tripping, never, under any circumstances, should you connect power to the neutral terminal. 1.
1 1 0 / 2 2 0 Vo lt Con vertibl e Mod els • 108* • 213* • 215* • 320* 110 Vo lt Elect r ic a l Re q u ir em e n ts : *The above models are manufactured with the Champion Spas® 110V/220V convertible spa pack. The unit is factory wired for 220 Volt applications with 4 kW heater operation. The model can be converted for 110 Volt applications and to run with a 1 kW heater operation. ! ! The 110 Volt model must be connected to a “dedicated” 110 Volt 20 Amp grounded circuit.
In stallation I n st ru ct ion s : ! The following instructions are for the conversion of the Champion Spas® models 110V/220V control pack from a 220 Volt application to a 110 Volt application. ! Due to the risk of equipment damage or fire, use only approved pressure-type wire splicing lugs or connectors suitable for the size and type of wiring used. Before servicing the spa, make sure all power to the spa is disconnected. Follow these instructions for a successful electrical installation. 1.
INI T IAL OPE RATING INS T RU CTIONS Start-Up and Refill Procedures Your Champion Spas® model has been tested at the manufacturing plant to ensure that all of the spa functions operate. During the test procedure, a small amount of water may have remained in the spa plumbing. Through the shipping process water may have spotted the spa shell. You may need to wipe down the shell with a soft cloth. Please read and follow the start-up instructions to ensure a successful start-up or refill.
Start-up Procedures 1. For a successful start-up, remove both filter cartridges, and fill the spa with water through the openings in the filter compartment. a. b. c. d. e. Locate the filter compartment area. Pull up and remove filter cover. Remove each filter cartridge and screen adapter by turning counter clockwise. After removing the filter cartridges and screen adapters, place a garden hose through one of the filter openings.
E QUIPM E N T MAIN TENAN CE Replacing the Spa’s Light Bulb The spa’s light bulb is located inside the equipment compartment. Remove the front access panel, by first removing the screws on the access panel. Then locate the light housing mounted to the spa shell. Grasp the bulb holder on the back of the light niche. Turn bulb holder counter clockwise to release it from the light niche. Pull bulb out of receptacle and replace it with a new light bulb, available at your Champion Spas® dealer.
If a Temperature button is pressed and held when the temperature is flashing, the temperature will continue to change. When the spa is first powered up the water temperature will not be displayed until the pump has been running for at least two minutes. The Default Water Temp from the factory will be 80*F in HIGH RANGE. The temperature shown on the display without pressing the Warm or Cool button reflects the temperature of the water at that particular moment.
O pe rating The Hy dro Pump(s )/Jet Button(s) Activate the hydro jet pump(s) for maximum hydrotherapy jet action. Press the “Jets1” button once for low speed, twice for high speed and a third time to turn the pump off. If you spa has two hydro jet pumps, “Jets 1” will be a two speed pump, and “Jets2” will be a single speed pump. Pressing “Jets2” once will turn the pump on high speed, pressing “Jet2” button again will turn the pump off.
He ating MODEs There are two Heating Modes, described as READY and REST. READY Mode will allow the spa to “Poll” (circulating the water every 30 minutes to sense the temperature) and determine a need for heat. The Panel will maintain a “current” temperature display. -READY Mode maintains a constant water temperature. It will circulate water every 30 minutes, heat as needed in order to maintain a constant set water temperature using Pump 1 Low Speed and refresh the temperature display.
F ILTE R CYCL E MODEs Filter Cycles are set using a start time and duration. Start Time is indicated by an “A” for AM and a “P” for PM in the bottom right corner of the display. The Duration setting has no “A” or “P” indicator. The Cycles and the Duration settings can be adjusted in 15-minute increments. The panel calculates the end time and displays it automatically. You have two Cycles you can adjust. The spas default is one cycle per day.
Then set the duration as listed above, advancing the duration hours to 24. The FLTR2 cycle start time, 12 hours after the FLTR1 start time will only engage the Purge Cycle. The end time for FLTR2 in this setting will be unavailable with 24-Hour duration. * When Pump 1 low is operating and an ozone generator is installed, they will operate together. *Default factory setting is one filter cycle set to run in the evening (assuming the time of day is properly set).
diag n o st i c m ess ag es Scroll Message Meaning Action Required NO COMM The panel is not receiving communication from the system Call for Service ---*F ---*C Temperature unknown After pump has run for 1 minute, the temperature will be displayed HTR TOO HOT (OHH) One of the water temp sensors has detected 118*F (47.8*C) in the heater and the spa is shut down. DO NOT ENTER THE WATER. Remove the spa cover and allow water to cool. Once the heater has cooled, reset by pushing any button.
S pa C a r e and water Mainte na nce Ge n eral Information Champion Spas® are manufactured from the highest quality, most durable materials available today. We recommend that a spa maintenance program be followed. The care you take will ultimately determine how long your spa or its individual components will last. This section will help you maintain your investment.
Filter System Champion Spas® are equipped with two standard filter cartridges. As with any filtering system, the filter cartridges may become clogged with particles, body oils or calcification resulting in poor water quality and reduced water flow. It is important to maintain a clean, unobstructed filtering system. A reduced water flow may cause a failure of the filter cycles to operate due to the pump shutting down.
3. To reinstall the spa pillow, carefully bend the pillow slightly to allow the slit on the back of the pillow to slip over the attachment bar retainer on the spa shell. 4. After the pillow slips over the attachment, press the pillow down into the recess in the spa shell. Important: Just pulling the pillow straight up and off of the attachment bar will eventually damage the pillow. This abuse is not covered under warranty.
Important reminders: • Do unlock and release all cover locks before attempting to open cover. • Do remove snow buildup to avoid damage of the foam core from the additional weight of the snow (not covered under warranty). • 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 tie downs. • Do not walk, stand, or sit on the cover.
11. Place the vacuum hose down the filter cartridge openings and vacuum any water from filter compartment. 12. With a Shop Vac, go to every jet in the spa (including suction fittings) and place vac hose over the face of every jet and vacuum out any water left in the lines. Do the same to the filter housing and filter cartridge openings. Continue to do the same to the heater and the plumbing going into the pump(s). Remove every jet valve assembly and continue to vacuum out any water in the plumbing lines.
Water Q ua lity M aintenance General Information As the owner of a Champion Spas®, endless hours of entertainment, recreation, and relaxation await you. Caring for your spa will become a routine and pleasant part of your daily activities. You will be able to maintain your spa water and keep your spa equipment in excellent condition. To do so you first must balance your spa’s water. Balanced Water Balanced water ensures spa bathers safety as well as protecting the spa heater and components from corrosion.
Example: At low total alkalinity levels, the water’s pH easily drifts, making frequent pH adjustments necessary and the added expense of multiple chemical treatments. On the other hand, a high total alkalinity level keeps the water pH rigidly fixed. If pH adjustment is necessary, you will need unusually large amounts of treatment chemicals to change the water’s pH. Recommended Range: 80 to 120 Parts Per Million (PPM) Potential Problems: 1. pH difficult to maintain.
Shock Treatment with Granular Disinfectant Adding granular chlorine or bromine disinfectant to the water in amounts much larger than normal is called “shocking” the spa and should not be confused with non-chlorine shock. An occasional shock treatment destroys algae, bacteria, and chloramines. After shocking your spa, do not allow bathers to enter the spa until disinfectant levels drop to normal. What Causes Loss of Disinfectant? • Algae: The presence of algae will consume large amounts of disinfectant.
O p e r at ions Tro u bl e Shooting Guide PROBL E M PROBABL E C AU S E S OLU T ION S Spa is not • Power failure • Check power source operating • GFCI breaker tripped • Try resetting GFCI breaker. If breaker • Main Fuse Class G • Contact Dealer • Transformer Fuse • Contact Dealer Spa is not • Dirty filters • Clean the filters heating • Air trapped in circulation line • Using a garden hose, force water continues to trip, contact your dealer.
Operations Trouble Shooting Guide PROBL E M PROBABL E C AU S E S OLU T ION S Spa jets/ • Normal purge filtration cycle • No action necessary pump(s) • "42˚F Too Cold • No action necessary • Panel may have malfunctioned • Contact your dealer Water does • Bad water chemistry • Balance water not clear up • Dirty filter cartridges • Clean or replace filters • Ozone generator not operating • Locate ozone generator, a turn on automatically Not able to operate main control panel purple ultra
S e rv ice a nd Warran ty Inform ation General Service Information Champion Spas® models have been designed to provide years of trouble-free use. As with any appliance, problems may occasionally occur that require the expertise of a qualified service person. Though such simple repairs as resetting a GFCI switch or breaker, resetting a high limit thermostat or replacing a light bulb may not require a service call, they may indicate that a more serious condition exists.
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