Operating instructions

Swim Spa Operator’s Guide
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Air Control or Venturi ...........Mounted on the lip of the spa or at the equipment shroud, to induce
air to the jets.
Cabinet ................................The natural or synthetic wood panels that surround the spa, also
called a skirt.
Control Panel .......................Mounted on the lip of the spa, the digital panel that controls the spa’s
functions.
Control Box ..........................Basically the brain of the spa. Distributes power to all functions of the
spa, pumps, ozonator, heater, LED, etc.
Drain ....................................The fitting set into the footwell that drains water from the spa.
Filter .....................................The filter cleans the spa, removes particles and debris, and protects
the equipment from foreign substances.
Footwell ...............................The bottom of a spa where you place your feet. SPA SPAS is known
for it’s larger foot wells and comfortable seating.
G.F.C.I. Breaker ...................
The electronic switch installed in the power box of your house to give
power to the spa. This is a non-user serviceable part.
Gate Valves .........................T-handled valves located at the inlets and outlets of the equipment.
The gate valve blocks or opens the water line by the equipment.
Heater ..................................The thermostatically controlled heater raises the temperature of the
water to the desired degree. This is located under the control box in
the equipment area.
Hose Bib ..............................Used in the draining of the spa, fits a standard garden hose.
Jets ......................................The fittings on your spa that direct the flow of water for massaging
action.
Ozone ..................................A water purification supplement method using Ozone gas. Ozone
gas, made by an Ozone Generator unit, can reduce your sanitizer
needs by up to 25%.
pH ........................................Stands for “Potential for Hydrogen” This is the term used to describe
the acid (low pH) or alkaline (high pH) condition of the water.
The ideal pH for spa water is 7.5.
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