Owners Guide Built by May Manufacturing Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONGRATULATIONS 3 SAFETY WARNINGS 4 SPA CONFIGURATION and WATER CAPACITIES 7 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS and INSTALLATION 7 SPA START-UP 8 SPA CONTROL SYSTEM 11 ERROR CODES 13 MAINTAINING YOUR SPA 14 WARRANTY 17
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Island Spa. With proper care, your spa will provide years of enjoyment and therapy for your family and friends. Please take some time to read and understand all of the instructions provided before you install your Island Spa. This owner’s manual is meant as a supplement to the training you should receive from your dealer when you purchase and start up your spa for the first time. Please remember, your spa is a powerful piece of electrical equipment.
READ ALL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS PRIOR TO USING YOUR SPA WARNING: PEOPLE USING MEDICATION AND/OR HAVING AN ADVERSE MEDICAL HISTORY SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING A SPA OR HOT TUB. WARNING: PEOPLE WITH INFECTIOUS DISEASES SHOULD NOT USE A SPA OR HOT TUB. WARNING: TO AVOID INJURY EXERCISE CARE WHEN ENTERING OR EXITING THE SPA OR HOT TUB. WARNING: DO NOT USE DRUGS OR ALCOHOL BEFORE OR DURING THE USE OF A SPA OR HOT TUB TO AVOID UNCONSCIOUSNESS AND POSSIBLE DROWNING.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When installing and using this spa, always adhere to basic safety precautions, including the following: Make sure that these emergency telephone numbers are listed at the telephone nearest the spa: 1. 2. 3. 4. Physician: Hospital: Ambulance: Police: Have at least one family member learn CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). It could save a life! WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury you should always review these instructions with first time and occasional users of your spa.
RISK OF SCALDING: The water in a spa should never exceed 104˚F (40˚C). Water temperatures between 100˚F (38˚C) and 104˚F (40˚C) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are recommended for extended use (exceeding 10 to 15 minutes) for adults and for children. See section regarding “Adjusting Spa Temperature.” RISK OF HYPERTHERMIA AND DROWNING: Do not use your spa alone. Long exposure may cause HYPERTHERMIA (elevated body temperature).
SPA CONFIGURATION & WATER CAPACITIES Your Island Spa uses an S-Series Topside Control System. Your spa equipment compartment has many components, and the front panel should never be removed unless asked to do so by your dealer or an Island Spas Representative.
SPA START-UP SPA LOCATION: In preparation for installing your new Island Spa, you should insure that your chosen location meets some minimum guidelines. 1. Place your spa on a surface that is large enough for the entire spa to fit. 2. The spa must be on a solid, level foundation. Recommended: 4” cement slab, that has cured for over 72 hours. (Your warranty will be voided if spa is not properly installed.) 3.
WATER PREPARATION PROCEDURE: NOTE: Before adding chemicals to your spa, please refer to the water capacity chart on page 5 to determine the amount of water that your spa holds. 1. Add Metal Sequestrant to the water. Follow the directions provided with your kit and refer to the water capacity chart shown in this manual. 2. Test the PH balance of the spa water using the PH test kit provided with your maintenance kit. 3. Adjust the PH balance of the water to between 7.4 and 7.8.
PRIMING THE PUMP: To avoid getting an airlock in your pumps, it is recommended to fill the spa from the filter well. If an air lock still occurs, follow the instructions below. 1. Run Pump 1 on high speed for 10 seconds. Repeat at least 5 times. 2. If water flow is non-apparent, then shut off the power to the spa. 3. Locate and loosen one of the pump compression fittings on each pump by turning it counter-clockwise one half of one turn. 4. Allow air to escape from fitting.
ISLAND SPAS DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEM The Island Spas touch pad gives you complete control over the functions of your spa. The following section contains detailed descriptions of each of the various spa features and control buttons. Please Note: Depending on which spa you selected, you may or may not have all the functions described below. Pump 1 Switch: This key is used to turn the Pump on at Low, High, then Off (2-speed pump).
Temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius To change from either Fahrenheit or Celsius, hold the Pump 1 switch for 5 seconds. The “Default” is Fahrenheit. Programming Your Filter Cycle If your spa is not equipped with a 24-hour circulation system, your filter cycle will run twice a day for the selected time. To set your filtration cycle, hold the light key for 5 seconds; a number will show on the display (0-12). This number is the duration of the filter cycle.
ERROR CODES 32˚: This code indicates you have a temperature probe failure. Verify that the water temperature is not 32˚. If water temperature is over 32˚, contact your dealer for repair. ♦ ♦ ♦ 3 Flashing Dots: This code indicates that there is a problem with water flow or a heater failure. Check the water temperature with an accurate thermometer. Verify that the temperature on the topside display and the thermometer is +/– 1˚ within range of each other.
MAINTAIN YOUR SPA WHY YOU NEED TO CHEMICALLY TREAT YOUR WATER: Water from your tap is fine for showers, bathing and drinking. However, in a contained recirculating system such as in a spa, water must be treated with chemicals. The main purpose of chemical treatment is to keep the water sanitary and to maintain a specific balance. Proper balance insures that the water will not cause irritation to the users or harm the spa’s components. Chemical treatment does have its limitations.
• Turn off the power to your spa. • Attach your garden hose to the hose bib. • Place the other end of your garden hose in an area that will accept the water capacity of your spa. Draining should take about 3 to 4 hours. CAUTION: The chemical content and temperature of the water will cause damage to certain vegetation. We do not recommend that you drain your spa onto plants or lawns.
REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB: • Turn off the power at the main electrical service panel. • Remove front access panel. • Locate and remove the reflector by turning it counterclockwise until free from wall fitting. • Remove the bulb from the holder. • Replace with new bulb. Your Island Spas dealer has these bulbs in stock. • Replace the reflector by screwing it clockwise back onto the wall fitting. • Replace the front panel. • Turn power on at the main electrical service panel.
ISLAND SPAS LIMITED WARRANTY May Manufacturing, Inc. extends this warranty solely to the original owner of any Island Spa made after January 1, 2002, and installed within the United States. LIFETIME SHELL May Manufacturing, Inc. warrants the spa against loss of water due to a defect in the spa shell to the original owner for the life of the spa shell. In the event of a defect in the material and/or workmanship, the spa shell will be repaired or replaced at the option of the manufacturer.
