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Watkins Manufacturing Corporation Congratulations on your decision to enjoy the finest spa available... Welcome to the growing family of Hot Spot! Spa owners. Owner’s Manual This Owner’s Manual will acquaint you with your new spa’s operation and general maintenance. We suggest that you take some time to carefully review all nine sections. Please keep this manual available for reference.
Table of Contents SAFETY INFORMATION WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE Important Safety Instructions ..........................................................1 General Information ........................................................................20 Important Spa Instructions ..............................................................3 Methods for Testing the Spa Water................................................20 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Site Preparation ....................................
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AVOIDING THE RISK TO CHILDREN WARNING: • RISK OF CHILD DROWNING. 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 product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK • 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. 10 AWG (6mm2) 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.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY: • The water in the 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 ten minutes) and for young children. Extended use can cause hyperthermia. • Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 100°F (38°C). Failure to do so may result in permanent injury to your baby.
WARNING: Damage to the spa’s equipment compartment components or internal plumbing as a result of rodent infestation is NOT covered under your warranty! WARNING OUTDOOR AND PATIO INSTALLATION No matter where you install your new spa, it’s important that you have a solid foundation to support it. Structural damage to the spa, resulting from incorrect installation or placement on an inadequate foundation, is not covered under the spa’s limited warranty.
SPA COVER INSTALLATION • Place the cover squarely on the spa. • Position the tie-down locks included with your cover on the side of the spa so that they are easily reached by the cover tie-down straps. Allow for about 1/2” to 3/4” slack in the straps to make it easy to insert straps into locks and to compensate for vinyl shrinkage in cold weather. • Attach the locks with the screws provided and insert the cover tie-down straps into the locks.
230 Volt Converted ® Sorrento & ® Trinidad Jumper Configuration 230 VAC CONVERTED SPA TERMINAL BLOCK POWER JUMPER SEE WIRING ILLUSTRATION REMOVE POWER JUMPER FROM TERMINAL BLOCK TO CONVERT SPA TO OPERATE AT 230 VAC. NOTE: To change from Fahrenheit to Celsius remove jumper on JP2. 230 VAC PERMANENTLY CONNECTED SPA 230 Volt ® Mallorca & La Palma Spa Model Jumper Configuration NO POWER JUMPERS REQUIRED NOTE: To change from Fahrenheit to Celsius remove jumper on JP2.
TM LA PALMA (MODEL LAP) HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: . . . . . . . . . . . . .91” x 91” (231 cm. x 231 cm.) HEIGHT (without cover): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38” (97 cm.) EFFECTIVE FILTER AREA: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 sq. ft. (6.0 sq. meters) HEATER: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4000 watts (4.0 kW) @ 230V WATER (capacity): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .430 gallons (1628 liters) WEIGHT: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPA SPECIFICATIONS & ILLUSTRATION MALLORCA® (MODEL MAL) HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: . . . . . . . . . . . . .84” (213 cm.) square HEIGHT (without cover): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36” (91 cm.) EFFECTIVE FILTER AREA: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 sq. ft. (6.97 sq. meters) HEATER: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4000 watts (4.0 kW) WATER (capacity): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .360 gallons (1363 liters) WEIGHT: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SORRENTO® (MODEL SOR) HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: . . . . . . . . . . . . .78” (198 cm.) square HEIGHT (without cover): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36” (91 cm.) EFFECTIVE FILTER AREA: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 sq. ft. (4.65 sq. meters) HEATER: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1000 watts (1.0 kW) @ 115V, 4000 watts (4.0 kW) @ 230V WATER (capacity): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280 gallons (1060 liters) WEIGHT: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TRINIDAD® (MODEL TRI) HORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: . . . . . . . . . . . . .80” x 70” (203 cm. x 178 cm.) HEIGHT (without cover): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34” (86 cm.) EFFECTIVE FILTER AREA: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 sq. ft. (4.65 sq. meters) HEATER: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1000 watts (1.0 kW) @ 115V, 4000 watts (4.0 kW) @ 230V WATER (capacity): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .290 gallons (1098 liters) WEIGHT: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS START-UP AND REFILL PROCEDURES Your Hot Spot® spa has been thoroughly tested during the manufacturing process to ensure reliability and long-term customer satisfaction. A small amount of water may have remained in the plumbing after testing and, as a result, may have spotted the spa shell or the spa siding prior to delivery. Before filling the spa, wipe the spa shell clean with a soft rag.
HEATING AND HYDROMASSAGE SYSTEMS The Hot Spot® Spa uses a two-speed jet pump to operate its hydromassage jets and to circulate the spa water through the heating system (the Mallorca® & La Palma are also equipped with a single speed jet pump used for jets only). The low speed mode of the pump, which is activated automatically by the control thermostat, will cause the spa water to be drawn slowly in through the filter, the heater, and into the pump.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT A. GFCI: The Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, located on the end of the power cord (115 Volt models only), is a safety device that is designed to sense as little as 5 milliamps of electrical current leakage to ground. It is very important to protect a GFCI from rain and other moisture. Watkins Manufacturing Corporation recommends that the GFCI be tested before each use to ensure it is functioning correctly.
Y Y DY La Palma & Mallorca® Spas only: TM 1st press: 2nd press: 3rd press: 4th press: 5th press: Two-speed jet pump runs on low speed Two-speed jet pump runs on high speed One and Two-speed jet pumps run on high speed One-speed jet pump runs on high speed Both jet pumps are off.
READY READY READY SLEEP MODE The Sleep Mode operation is a feature that minimizes pump operation during quiet evening hours. For example, if READY READY Filter Cycle 1 (F1) is set to activate at 8:00 a.m., by default, Filter Cycle 2 (F2) will activate at 8:00 p.m. (12 hours later). F1 During 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., if the spa should call for heat, the pump and heater will activate to heat the spa under normal temperature demand.
LA PALMA (MODEL LAP) JET SYSTEM MENU TM JET PUMP 1 JET SYSTEM 1 • • • • JET PUMP 1 JET SYSTEM 2 • 6 Directional Precision Jets on front left wall. • 6 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on back left wall. 3 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on back wall. 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on right back wall. 6 Directional Precision® Jets on front left wall. 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on left wall. JET PUMP 2 JET SYSTEM 2 JET PUMP 2 JET SYSTEM 1 • • • • • • • • • 15 Directional Precision Jets on right back wall.
MALLORCA® (MODEL MAL) JET SYSTEM MENU JET PUMP 1 • 8 Directional Precision® Jets on back left wall. • 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on back wall. • 4 Directional Precision Jets on back right wall. • 2 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on back right wall. • Water feature JET PUMP 2 • 2 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on left wall. • 6 Directional Precision Jets in footwell • 3 Adjustable Hydromassage Jets in lounge.
SORRENTO® (MODEL SOR) JET SYSTEM MENU JET SYSTEM 1 • 2 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on right back wall. • 8 Directional Precision® Jets on back right wall. JET SYSTEM 2 • 2 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on left back wall. • 4 Directional Precision Jets in footwell • 2 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on left wall.
TRINIDAD® (MODEL TRI) JET SYSTEM MENU JET SYSTEM • 6 Directional Precision® Jets on back left wall. • 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet and 2 Directional Precision Jets on back wall. • 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on back right wall • 4 Directional Precision Jets in footwell. • 1 Adjustable Hydromassage and 2 Directional Precision Jets on front right wall. • 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet on front wall. • 1 Adjustable Hydromassage Jet in lounge.
WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE It’s important to have clean water. Water maintenance is one of the least understood, yet most important areas of spa ownership. Your dealer can guide you through the process of achieving and maintaining perfect water in your spa, given your local conditions. Your program will depend on your water’s mineral content, how often you use your spa, and how many people use it.
To Administer Spa Water Chemicals: 1. Fold back the cover. Carefully remove and set aside the filter compartment cover (Trinidad® does not have a filter cover). 2. Push the JET button twice to activate the jet pump’s high speed mode. 3. Carefully measure the recommended amount of chemical and slowly pour it into the filter compartment. Use care not to splash chemicals on your hands, in your eyes, on the spa shell surface or on the siding. 4.
BALANCING THE PH A. The ideal pH level for your spa water is 7.4-7.6. B. The pH level is the measure of acidity and alkalinity. Values above 7 are alkaline; those below 7 are acidic. Maintaining the proper pH level is extremely important for: • Optimizing the effectiveness of the sanitizer. • Maintaining water that is comfortable for the user. • Preventing equipment deterioration. C. If the spa water’s pH level is too low, the following may result: • The sanitizer will dissipate rapidly.
WATER MAINTENANCE QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Ideal Range (ppm) What Chemicals to Use Steps Minimum Maximum To Raise To Lower 1 Total Alkalinity 125 150 Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate, or Sodium Bicarbonate Sodium Bisulfate 2 Calcium Hardness 150 200 Calcium Hardness Increaser Use a mixture of 75% hard water and 25% soft water or use a Stain and Scale Inhibitor 7.6 Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate Sodium Bisulfate 3 pH 7.
HOT SPOT! WATER TREATMENT GUIDE At spa start-up or refill Follow spa Start-Up and Refill Procedures. Prior to each use Add one (1) tablespoon of monopersulfate (MPS)* per 250 gallons (950 liters). (Test before adding any chemicals; do not add any chemicals if proper or higher levels are found.) Once a week La Palma 2 tablespoon Mallorca 1-1/2 tablespoon Sorrento 1-1/4 tablespoon Trinidad 1-1/4 tablespoon Add three (3) tablespoons of monopersulfate (MPS)* per 250 gallons (950 liters).
DO’S AND DON’TS DO check your bromine chemical level prior to each use. • DO change the SPA FROG® mineral cartridge every 4 months. • DO test Total Alkalinity and pH weekly. • DO use MPS for spas only, such as Hot Spring® MPS Chlorine-Free Oxidizer. • DO store all chemicals in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place. • DON’T use sodium bromide or biguanides. These are an active sanitizer and will combine with the silver ions to inactivate them. • DON’T use a water clarifier.
NOTE: Well water may contain high concentrations of minerals. The use of a low water volume, extra-fine pore water filter (in-line pre-filter such as the FreshStart®10,000 pre-filter) will help to remove many of the larger particles during the filling of the spa. In-line pre-filters can be purchased at your local Hot Spot® Spa Dealer. Foam Inhibitors Spa water requires changing due to the build-up of soap in the water. Typically, soap will cause the spa water to foam when the jets are used.
IMPORTANT: When using the FreshWater® III high output ozone system, the circulation cycle must be activated to ensure adequate ozone circulation. Refer to the circulation cycle in the HEATING AND HYDROMASSAGE SYSTEM section for more information. DO’S AND DON’TS • • • • • • DO add all chemicals slowly into the filter compartment with the jet pump operating on high speed for ten minutes. DO use special care if using baking soda to clean either the interior or exterior plastic surfaces.
WATER TERMINOLOGY The following chemical terms are used in this Water Quality and Maintenance section. Understanding their meaning will help you to better understand the water maintenance process. Bromamines: Compounds formed when bromine combines with nitrogen from body oils, urine, perspiration, etc. Unlike chloramines, bromamines have no pungent odor and are effective sanitizers. Bromine: A halogen sanitizer (in the same chemical family as chlorine).
FILTER CARTRIDGE REMOVAL AND CLEANING FOR MALLORCA®, SORRENTO® & TRINIDAD® Turn the spa OFF or turn the power to the spa OFF, then proceed as follows: 1. Push down slightly and turn filter basket counterclockwise to unlock, then pull the basket and weir out. 2. Carefully pull up the filter cartridge and bring it out of the spa. 3. Rinse cartridge using a garden hose. Rotate and separate filter pleats while spraying water to remove all debris possible.
CARE OF THE EXTERIOR SPA SHELL Your Hot Spot® spa has an acrylic like shell. Stains and dirt generally will not adhere to your spa’s surface. A soft rag or a nylon scrubber should easily remove most dirt. Most household chemicals are harmful to your spa’s shell. Watkins Manufacturing Corp. recommends Soft Scrub® and Windex®. These are the only products which have passed the manufacturer’s tests. Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) can also be used for minor surface cleaning.
DRAINING YOUR SPA DRAIN CAP 1. TURN OFF OR DISCONNECT POWER FROM THE SPA. 2. Remove the equipment compartment access door. 3. Locate the drain cap. Lift drain hose above the water level (requires cutting plastic tie the first time). 4. Unscrew and remove the drain cap. 5. Attach drain hose to garden hose and direct to an appropriate draining area. Maintain hose below water line. 6. After your spa is empty, clean the shell and filter cartridge. 7.
SERVICE INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Your Hot Spot® Spa has 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, high limit thermostat, or pressure switch, or replacing a light bulb may not require a service call, they may indicate that a more serious condition exists. These conditions may require an experienced service person.
Manufacturing Corporation; damage caused by allowing undissolved spa sanitizing chemicals to lie on the spa surface (no spa surface material can withstand this kind of abuse); damage to components or spa surface caused by improper water chemistry maintenance; and damage to the spa surface caused by leaving the spa uncovered while empty of water and in direct exposure to sunlight (this may cause solar heating distress in warm weather regions). These are considered abuses and may invalidate this warranty.
TROUBLESHOOTING Watkins Manufacturing Corporation strives to provide the most trouble-free spas on the market. Should you experience any problem whatsoever, do not hesitate to contact your authorized Hot Spot® Spa Dealer. Here are some tips to help you to diagnose and rectify some more common sources of trouble yourself, if you choose to do so.
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Watkins Manufacturing Corporation Vista, California USA This manual contains installation, operating, maintenance and service information for the following 2008 Hot Spot® Spa models: USA MODELS TM EFFECTIVE DATE CANADIAN MODELS EFFECTIVE DATE LA PALMA (MODEL LAP) 3/08 LA PALMA (MODEL LAPC ) MALLORCA 3/08 MALLORCA (MODEL MALC) 3/08 ® 3/08 SORRENTO (MODEL SORC ) 3/08 TRINIDAD (MODEL TRI) 3/08 TRINIDAD (MODEL TRIC) 3/08 ® (MODEL MAL) SORRENTO (MODEL SOR) ® 3/08 ©2008 Watkins Manufacturin
