OWNER’S MANUAL VITA INTERNATIONAL 2320 N.W.
OWNER’S MANUAL VITA INTERNATIONAL 2320 N.W.
TABLE OF CONTENTS G E NE RAL INF O RM ATION SPA MAINTENANCE • Owner's Record and Service Information ..front piece • Filter Maintenance .................................................35 • Important Safety Instructions........................ 2-3 • Draining Your Spa ..................................................35 • Manufacturer's Do's and Don'ts/WARNINGS .... 3 • Winterizing Your Spa .............................................36 • Excel Plus™ Cabinet Maintenance....................
Congratulations! Thank you for the purchase of your new VITA SPA. You are now the proud owner of one of the most comfortable and therapeutic spas in the world. This Owner’s Manual has been designed to familiarize you with your Vita Spa operations and general maintenance. We suggest that you take some time to carefully review it. Please keep this manual available for reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHEN INSTALLING AND USING THIS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: WARNIN G – To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times. DANGER – RISK OF ACCIDENTAL DROWNING. Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents, ensure that children can not use the spa unless they are supervised at all times.
DO’S AND DON’TS DO — DO — DO — DO DO DO DO DON’T DON’T — — — — — — DON’T DON’T DON’T — — — Make sure the spa is connected to a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected circuit. This GFCI is required by the National Electrical Code (NEC) and must be installed by a licensed electrician. Test the GFCI monthly. Test the water with your hand before entering the spa to be sure it is comfortable. Remember that wet surfaces can be slippery. Take care when entering and exiting the spa.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SITE SELECTION / PRE PARATION: MAINTENANCE: The spa must be installed on a structurally strong, solid and reasonably level surface. The majority of the weight of the spa is placed under the footwell area of the spa. This area must be firmly supported at all times. The site should allow for drainage away from the equipment compartment in which the electrical components are housed. Take into account the following when considering prospective sites.
Spa Location 1 6 2 3 4 5 CLEARANCES CHECK THE FOLLOWING AREAS PRIOR TO SPA DELIVERY 1. STEPS - We suggest no more than six without a landing. 2. TREE BRANCHES - Clearance for spa passage. 3. TIGHT CORNERS - Make sure there is space to maneuver. 4. STORAGE SHEDS, DOG HOUSES, WOOD PILES - Remove out of the way. 5. GATES: CLEARANCE FOR PASSAGE OF SPA - Does gate need to be removed from hinges? 6. OVERHANGS AND GUTTERS - Anything overhead, as well as drain pipe locations, must allow for spa passage.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND INSTALLATION W IRE YOUR SPA PER ONE OF THE DIAGRAMS MOST SIMILAR TO YO UR HOUSE PA NE L ALL WIRES FEEDING THE SPA ARE TO BE THE SAME GAUGE. GROUND WIRES ARE TO BE INSULATED AS WELL. WHEN USING A GROUND ROD, THE GROUND WIRE TO THE ROD SHOULD BE #6 BARE COPPER. ALL SPAS REQUIRE THE USE OF AN ISOLATED GFCI PROTECTED CIRCUIT. THE INSTALLATION OF A DISCONNECT IS REQUIRED NO MORE THAN TEN (10) VISUAL FEET FROM THE SPA AND NOT LESS THAN FIVE (5) FEET.
SEPA RATE NE U T RAL & WEAK G R O UND OR ROMEX WIRE USED TO FEED GFCI WITH UND E R S I Z E D G R O UND WIRE CO MMON NE U T RAL GROUND BAR IN MAIN PAGE 7
GFCI IN PANEL WITH COMMON NE U T RAL BAR AND/OR ROME X WITH UNDERSIZED WIRE USED TO FEED DISCONNECT.
GFCI MOUNTED IN PA NEL AND DISCO NNECT MOUNTED IN S IDE TO COMMON WALL WITH METAL ST UDS OR WITH METAL MOUNTING BOX.
ALL WIRING TO THE SPA SHOULD BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL LOCAL AND NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES. ALL WIRING SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN KNOWLEDGEABLE IN THE OPERATION AND WIRING OF A GFCI PROTECTED SYSTEM. 1. The spa must be permanently connected (hardwired) to the power supply. No extension cords or plug-type connections are to be used in conjunction with the operation of the spa.
COVER INSTALLATION Cover Tie Down Strap Lock S c r ews (2) Key INSTA L L ING THE SPA COVER 1. Position the cover squarely over the spa. 2. Position the locks for the tie-downs on the sides of the spa. You should allow approximately 1/2” to 3/4” slack in the straps for ease of insertion into the locks and to allow for material shrinkage during temperature changes. 3. Using the screws provided, attach the locks and insert the cover tie-down straps.
L100 (L) (K) (G) (F) (J) (E) (H) (G) (L) [Jet operations on page 31-32] PAGE 12
TABLE OF CONTENTS G E NE RAL INF O RM ATION................2-4 SET UP AND INSTALLATION.........5-11 O PE RATION IN STRUCTIONS L700C............................................. 21-30 Jet Operation • Jet Operation..............................................................31 • Filling Your Spa........................................... 14 A. Select-A-Swirl Jet ...........................................31 B. Pulsator Jet .................................................... 31 C. Quad Stream ...........
OPERAT ING IN STRUCTIONS NOTE: For best results, read each step carefully and entirely before proceeding to the next. FILLING YOUR SPA Wipe the interior of the spa with a damp, soft cloth to remove any residue that may be on the surface. Fill with a garden hose by inserting the nozzle of the hose in the filter inlet. (After filling is complete, remember to put the filter cartridge in place prior to starting the spa.) As the spa is filling, check in the equipment access area for any leaks.
In the ECONOMY mode, the pump and heater will only come on during programmed hours. (See “Setting Filtration Hours”). Note that, if at the end of filtration cycle the water is not at the chosen temperature, the pump and heater will not continue to run until that temperature is reached. This mode is used for energy conservation, the same way you would control your heat or air conditioning in your house. The clock icon will be displayed when in ECONOMY mode. To switch to the ECONOMY mode: 1.
SPECIAL FEATURES C. TURNING ON THE LIGHT Your spa is equipped with an underwater light. Press the light button to activate and de-activate the light. If left on, the light will automatically turns itself off after 3 hours. B. MEMORY All settings that are entered into your spa controller will be permanently retained in its solid-state memory. In the event of a power failure, the time will be captured and held until power returns.
I. DIAGNOSTIC OPTIONAL FEATURES When in temperature set mode ( Heat Icon Flashing ), then slowly press the “PROG” button three times. When the screen reads P=2 or P=1 press the “PROG button once again. A. CIRCULATION PUMP (OPTION) S=3 Indicates that the heater will stay on when the pumps are on at anytime. High or Low speed. S=2 Indicates that the heater will shut off if either of the large pumps are turned on high speed S=1 Indicates that the heater will only run when the primary pump is on low speed.
OPTIONAL FEATURES C. AIR INJECTION THERAPY AIR BUTTON D. FRESH WATER MISTERS This option equips your spa with an air therapy blower. Press the “AUX” to activate and de-activate the air therapy blower. For safety, the blower will automatically turns itself off after 30 minutes. Connect garden hose or supplied adapter and Poly Hose kit from fresh water source to spa “Inlet” Connection Activation Turn on water source.
E. VITA TUNES F. Country Code Setting Advance the programming sequence to the minute set position. Hold down the “PROG” for 5 seconds and observe that the screen shows CO=X (where X is either U for USA, E for Europe, or J for Japan) Use the “ UP” or “DOWN” buttons to change the country, as required Stereo Access and Volume Control To access the stereo, press “ UP” and “DOWN” buttons on the spa control pad simultaneously. The stereo will turn on, and you will automatically be taken to the volume control.
LIMITED WARRANTY for L-100 SERIES WARRANTY COVERAGE VITA International extends this limited warranty solely to the original Purchaser of any L-100 Series Vita Spa self-contained spa installed within the United States or Canada. 25 YEAR STRUCTRAL SPA SHELL: Vita International warrants its shells against loss of water due to defects in materials and workmanship for twenty-five (25) years from the original date of purchase.
L700C (J) (F) (C) (K) (E) (B) (A) (G) (G) (H) [Jet operations on page 31-32] PAGE 21 (I)
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INF O RM ATION...............2-3 Optional Features .......................................................28 A. Vitatunes ..........................................................28 SET UP AND IN STA L LATION.........4-11 B. Fresh Water Misters ......................................28 C. Remote Control/Floating Remote ...........28 L100........................................................... 12-20 D. Digi-Chromium............................................. 29 E.
OPE RAT ING IN STRUCTIONS NOTE: For best results, read each step carefully and entirely before proceeding to the next. FIL L ING YOUR SPA Wipe the interior of the spa with a damp, soft cloth to remove any residue that may be on the surf a c e . Fill with a garden hose by inserting the nozzle of the hose in the filter inlet. (After filling is complete, remember to put the filter cartridge in place prior to starting the spa.) As the spa is filling, check in the equipment access area for any leaks.
USING YOUR SPA A. D I S PLAY ING TIME OR TEMPE RAT URE D. A IR INJECTION/VITAROMA BU TTON Pressing the “VIEW” button will switch the display between current time and current water temperature. Your spa is equipped with an air therapy pump. A touch of the pump button activates the power-mode for air bubble action and induction of air into the VitAroma (aromatherapy) system. Touching the blower button again will turn it off. For safety, the pump will automatically turn off after 30 minutes. B.
SPECIAL FEATURES arrow button for 5 seconds again. The flashing lock icon will disappear and all spa functions will be accessible. Factory Settings A. AUTOMATIC BLOWER AND JET PUR G E Twice each day, at 10AM and 6PM, the blower and jet pump(s) will automatically run for one minute to circulate potential stale water in the piping. This is a normal function of the spa. “BJ2P” will be displayed while this takes place. B.
I. K. SKIM–AWAY SELF – DIAGNOSTIC CONTROL The topside control on your spa has the latest diagnostic control system in the spa industry. A n ytime the topside control recognizes a conflict of entries by various outside influences in its software such as power fluctuations or contrary information being fed by the system sensors, it will start flashing the display.
ADVANCED FEATURES A. SETTING THE SERVICE AMPERAGE D RAW B. HEAT DAYS 3. The display will show “S=3”. Use the “ UP ” or “DOWN” arrows to change the display. If your spa is located in a weekend home, or if your schedule allows utilization of the spa only on certain days of the week, you may decide for energy conservation reasons to lower the water temperature on the days you will not use the spa.
OPTIONAL FEATURES A. VITA TUNES B. FRESH WATER MISTERS Country Code Setting Connection Advance the programming sequence to the minute set position.
D. DIGI-CHROMIUM D. WAVESEAT The Digi-Chromium option is activated by pressing the Light button on the spa side control. Activation To program the lights, press and hold the Light button for 5 seconds. Once the display reads L=XX, release the button. Using the arrow buttons, you may select the different settings. The waveseat can be activated from either the topside control or the remote control. From the Topside control, one must press the “LIGHT” button twice to activate the waveseat pump.
LIMITED WARRANTY for L700C SERIES WARRANTY COVERAGE VITA International extends this limited warranty solely to the original Purchaser of any L700C Series Vita Spa self-contained spa installed within the United States or Canada. LIFETIME STRU C T URAL SPA SHELL: Vita International warrants its shells against loss of water due to defects in materials and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the spa.
JET OPERATION Your Vita Spa is designed with a unique jet system to allow you to select a wide variety of massage patterns. The following is a description of the various types of jets and their operation you may use to tailor your spa to your specific massage needs. (A) SELEC T — A — S W IRL™ JETS (C) QUAD STREAM™ The water flow direction is adjustable by rotating the directional jet nozzle.
(G) MIDI DIRECTION & MIDI SWIRL (K) TURBO MASSAGE JET (TENSION EASE™) With the Power Diverter Valve turned to left or right depending on the spa model, the water will be delivered exclusively to the Turbo Massage Jet. The Turbo massage therapy is great for working out those hard-to-relieve muscleknots and to create swirling whirlpool effect in the spa. The Turbo Massage jet pressure can be adjusted by rotating the Power Diverter Valve between left and right positions.
VITAROMA INJECTION SYSTEM VitAroma therapy offers the unique benefits of combining Aroma and Hydrotherapy. Simply defined, aromatherapy is the practice of using pure essential oils – the highly concentrated extracts of plants, herbs, and flowers – to improve one’s feelings of well being through the acute sense of smell. Your spa is equipped with a unique “Above the Water” aromatherapy induction system.
WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM VITAZO NE SPARKLE CLEAR (L700C Series) Located in the equipment compartment, the VitaZone ozonator converts O2 into O3. In such form, it acts as an oxidizer, and reduces the need for sanitation (bromine or chlorine). BI OZO NE The L700C series spas are equipped with our exclusive BiOzone purification system. BiOzone is the combination of ozone (a strong oxidizer) and Sparkle Clear, our trademarked mineral sanitation system.
SPA MAIN T E N A N C E Your Vita Spa is manufactured with the highest quality and most durable materials available. A spa care and maintenance program is recommended to increase your comfort, maintain the spa’s reliability, and protect your investment. FILTER MAINTENANCE TO DRAIN YO UR SPA Vita Spas are designed with the most efficient top loading filtration system in the industry. Filter maintenance is the most critical factor in keeping your spa water clean. Turn the power off at the GFCI breaker.
SPA MAIN T E N A N C E SPA LIGHT COLO RED LENS RE M OVAL WINTERIZING YOUR SPA Your Vita Spa has been designed and engineered for year-round use in any climate. If the spa will not be used for prolonged periods of time, contact your local authorized service station to properly drain and protect your spa. In your owners packet you will find colored lenses for your spa light.
SPA MAIN T E N A N C E DIVERTER VALVE PRIMING THE PUMP Over a period of time sand or grit may intrude into your spa. The diverter valves may become difficult to turn. It is important that the debris be removed as soon as possible to avoid damage to the valve. Every so often after a spa is filled or refilled a pump is operating but the water is not flowing from any of its jets. This is a sign that the pump did not properly prime. To correct, please perform the following: 1.
WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE GENE RAL GUID E L INES FOR WATER QUALITY MAINTENANCE Maintaining water quality within specific limits will enhance your enjoyment and prolong the life of the spa. Safe, comfortable and clean spa water is a fairly simple task to achieve, but it does require attention because of the numerous factors that can alter it. There is no one formula to be followed because of the variables, i.e. quality of the water used to fill the spa, water temperature, user load, etc.
IMPORTANT WATER MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES DA ILY Check water level. Keep water above bottom of skimmer door and a minimum of 1” above highest jet. 3 days a week Check and adjust chlorine level to 1.0 to 3.0 ppm if chlorine is used as sanitizer. If Sparkle Clear is used, check weekly. WEEKLY Test the spa water using 3-way water test strips Adjust pH and total alkalinity. pH: 7.4 to 7.6 (ideal 7.6). Total Alkalinity: 80 to 120 ppm Once a week Maintain 1.0 to 3.0 ppm bromine or free chlorine.
WATER MAINTENANCE BALANCING THE SPA WATER Water treatment is an important factor in the enjoyment of your Vita Spa. Proper water sanitation is essential to your health as well as permitting years of trouble-free use of your spa. The most common water chemistry problems that can damage your spa are: 3. Use a 3-Way Spa Water Test Strip or test kit to measure the pH and Alkalinity of your water. The following instructions utilize test strips for testing.
BA LA N C ING THE SPA WATER 3 DAY A WEEK SPA CARE PROGRAM ALKALINITY VERY LOW MONDAY 1. TEST THE WATER US ING “3-WAY SPA WATER TEST ST RIPS”. 2. Adjust pH and total alkalinity - Refer to pH and total alkalinity on label of “PH UP” and “PH - D OWN”. 3. Maintain 1.0 to 3.0 ppm Bromine or free Chlorine. 4. 5. 80 Add 1 ounce of “METAL SURFACE PR OTECTOR” to prevent calcium build up.
WATER MAINTENANCE DO’S AND DON’TS DO Add all chemicals slowly with the hydro jets operating in high speed. DO Use care when handling chemicals. DO Store granulated chlorine in a cool, dry place to maintain the chlorine’s freshness. Granulated chlorine will degrade if stored improperly or for a long period of time. Do not store in sunlight. DO Maintain total alkalinity level within the recommended range of 80 to 120 ppm. The calcium hardness level should be maintained in the 120 to 250 ppm range.
SPA WATER TROUBLESHOOTING SYMP TOM PR O BA BLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS Cloudy Water Inadequate filtration/dirty filter Improper sanitation Clean filter with a filter cleaner or degreaser. Shock the spa with “POTA S S IUM PEROXY MONOSULFATE”. Increase sanitizer to recommended level. High pH and/or high alkalinity Adjust pH; add “PH-DOWN”. Excessive oils/organic matter Suspended particles/organic matter Use clarifier Overused or old water Drain the spa, clean and refill.
SPA WATER TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBA BLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS Algae High pH Shock with “POTA S S IUM PEROXY MONOSULFATE”, adjust pH. Low free chlorine/bromine Shock with “POTA S S IUM PEROXY MONOSULFATE”, maintain sanitizer at recommended level. Low pH Raise pH with “PH - UP”. Insufficient free available chlorine/bromine Shock with “POTA S S IUM PEROXY MONOSULFATE." Eye Irritation Skin Irritation/Rash Unsanitary/polluted water.
DIAGNOSTIC & TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM Spa Inoperative MEANING Power failure outside of spa. ACTION Check power source Breaker and GFCI; Reset breaker/GFCI. Call Electrician if it will not start. Spa Side Inoperative Spa Side could be locked. If lock icon is visible, unlock by depressing the “ UP ” button for 5 seconds IF ANY ERRORS ARE FOUND, THE FOLLOW ING RE PLAC E MENT MESSAGES MAY BE DISPLAYED: MESSAGE BLO Blower Error Check fuse 3 and then verify that the blower motor is plugged in.
LCD D I S PLAY GLOSSARY ICON MEANING L700C Jet Therapy Soft-mode (Low Speed) L700C Jet Therapy Power-mode (High Speed) L700C Air Injection Blower On L700C Light On L100 L700C Still: Flashing: Temperature Adjustment Mode Still: L100 L700C Heater is on Economy Mode (No timer Icon means Standard Mode) Flashing: Day and Time Adjustment Mode L100 L700C Still: L100 L700C Still: Heater adjustment is locked Flashing: Panel lock.
Maintenance Log Use these pages to keep a record of when you perform any maintenance on your spa.
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