Cal Flame Hot Tub Portable Spa User Manual

LTR20091000, Rev. A  
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Important Safety Instructions  
When installing and using this electrical equipment, 104˚F (40˚C) are considered safe for a healthy  
always follow basic safety precautions. Following adult. Lower water temperatures are recommended  
these instructions will help make your first spa for young children and when spa use exceeds 10  
session a pleasurable one.  
minutes.  
High water temperatures have a high potential for  
causing fetal damage during pregnancy. Women  
who are pregnant, or who think they are pregnant,  
should always check with their physician prior to spa  
usage.  
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS  
NOTE: A licensed electrician may be required to  
upgrade your standard receptacle and/or circuit  
breaker.  
DANGER -- RISK OF ACCIDENTAL DROWNING:  
Do not allow children to be in or around a spa unless  
a responsible adult supervises them. Keep the spa  
cover on and locked when not in use. See instructions  
enclosed with your cover for locking procedures.  
The use of alcohol, drugs or medication before or  
during spa use may lead to unconsciousness, with  
the possibility of drowning.  
Persons suffering from obesity, a medical history of  
heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory  
system problems or diabetes should consult a  
physician before using the spa.  
DANGER -- RISK OF INJURY: The suction fittings  
in this spa are sized to match the specific water  
flow created by the pump. Should the need arise to  
replace the suction fittings, or the pump, be sure the Persons using medications should consult a physician  
flow rates are compatible.  
before using the spa since some medications may  
induce drowsiness while others may affect heart  
rate, blood pressure and circulation.  
DANGER -- RISK OF INJURY: Never operate the  
spa if the suction fitting or filter baskets are broken  
or missing.  
Hyperthermia Danger  
DANGER -- RISK OF INJURY: Never replace a  
suction fitting with one that is rated less than the  
flow rate marked on the original suction fitting.  
Prolonged exposure to hot air or water can induce  
hyperthermia. Hyperthermiaoccurswhentheinternal  
temperature of the body reaches a level 3˚F to 6˚F  
above the normal body temperature of 98.6˚F (or  
2˚C to 4˚C above 37˚C). While hyperthermia has  
many health benefits, it is important not to allow  
your body’s core temperature to rise above 103˚F  
(39.5˚C). Symptoms of excessive hyperthermia  
include dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness and fainting.  
The effects of excessive hyperthermia may include:  
DANGER -- RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: Install  
the spa at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) from all metal  
surfaces. As an alternative, a spa may be installed  
within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal surface  
is permanently bonded by a minimum #8 AWG solid  
copper conductor to the outside of the spa’s control  
box.  
Failure to perceive heat  
DANGER -- RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: Do not  
permit any external electrical appliances, such as  
lights, telephones, radios, televisions, and etc., within  
five feet (1.5 meters) of the spa. Never attempt to  
operate any electrical device from inside the spa.  
This does not apply to lights, stereos and televisions  
that are built into the spa as factory options from Cal  
Spas™.  
Failure to recognize the need to exit spa or hot  
tub  
Unawareness of impending hazard  
Fetal damage in pregnant women  
Physical inability to exit the spa  
Unconsciousness  
WARNING -- RISK OF INJURY  
The spa water should never exceed 104˚F (40˚C).  
Water temperatures between 100˚F (38˚C) and  
WARNING: The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication  
can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia.  
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Preparing for Your New Portable Spa  
Most cities and counties require permits for exterior construction and electrical circuits. In addition, some  
communities have codes requiring residential barriers such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on property to  
prevent unsupervised access to the property by children. Your dealer can provide information on which permits  
may be required and how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your spa.  
Planning the Best Location  
Provide a View with Your Spa  
Think about the direction you will be facing when  
Safety First  
Do not place your spa within 10 feet (3 m) of  
sitting in your spa. Do you have a special landscaped  
overhead power lines.  
area in your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps  
there is an area that catches a soothing breeze during  
the day or a lovely sunset in the evening.  
Consider How You Will Use Your Spa  
How you intend to use your spa will help you  
determine where you should position it. For example,  
will you use your spa for recreational or therapeutic  
purposes? If your spa is mainly used for family  
recreation, be sure to leave plenty of room around  
it for activity. If you will use it for relaxation and  
therapy, you will probably want to create a specific  
mood around it.  
Keep Your Spa Clean  
In planning your spa’s location, consider a location  
where the path to and from the house can be kept  
clean and free of debris.  
Prevent dirt and contaminants from being tracked  
into your spa by placing a foot mat at the spa’s  
entrance where the bathers can clean their feet  
before entering your spa.  
Plan for Your Environment  
If you live in a region where it snows in the winter or  
rains frequently, place the spa near a house entry. By  
doing this, you will have a place to change clothes  
and not be uncomfortable.  
Allow for Service Access  
Many people choose to install a decorative structure  
around their spa. If you are installing your spa with  
any type of structure on the outside, such as a  
gazebo, remember to allow access for service. It is  
always best to design special installations so that the  
spa can still be moved, or lifted off the ground.  
Consider Your Privacy  
In a cold-weather climate, bare trees won’t provide  
much privacy. Think of your spa’s surroundings during  
all seasons to determine your best privacy options.  
Consider the view of your neighbors as well when  
you plan the location of your spa.  
Preparing a Good Foundation  
Damage caused by inadequate or improper  
foundation support is not covered by the  
warranty  
Place the spa on a level foundation (preferably a 4”  
concrete slab). If you are installing the spa indoors,  
pay close attention to the flooring beneath it. Choose  
flooring that will not be damaged or stained.  
It is the responsibility of the spa owner to provide a  
proper foundation for the spa.  
If you are installing your spa on an elevated wood  
deck or other structure, consult a structural engineer  
or a contractor to ensure the structure will support  
the weight of 150 pounds per square foot.  
We strongly recommended that you have a qualified,  
licensed contractor prepare the foundation for your  
spa.  
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120 Volt Electrical Installation  
Always follow applicable local, state and federal  
codes and guidelines.  
All 120V spas must have a GFCI. This can be either a  
20 amp GFCI receptacle or a 20 amp GFCI cord and  
plug kit as shown (CKIT110 - P/N ELE09700086).  
Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 20 amp  
breaker.  
Test the GFCI plug prior to first use and periodically  
when the spa is powered. To test the GFCI plug  
version, follow these instructions. (Spa should already  
be plugged in and operational.)  
Cord-and-plug connections may not use a cord longer  
than 15 feet (4.6 m) and must be plugged into a  
dedicated 20 amp GFCI connection (NEC 680.42(A)  
(2)). Do not use extension cords!  
1. Press the TEST button on the GFCI. The GFCI will  
trip and the spa will stop operating.  
Always use a weatherproof-covered receptacle.  
2. Press the RESET button on the GFCI. The GFCI  
will reset and the spa will turn back on.  
Receptacle shall be located not less than 5 feet (1.5  
m) from and not exceeding 10 feet (3.0 m) from the  
inside wall of the spa. (NEC 680.43(A))  
The spa is now safe to use.  
Do not bury the power cord. If your cord becomes  
damaged, replace it before next usage.  
If the GFCI trips while the spa is in use, press the  
RESET button. If the GFCI does not reset, unplug the  
spa and call your local Cal Spas dealer for service. DO  
NOT USE THE SPA!  
240 Volt Electrical Installation  
All 240V spas must be permanently connected When NEC requires the use of wires larger than #6  
(hardwired) to the power supply. These instructions AWG, install a junction box near the spa and use #6  
describe the only acceptable electrical wiring AWG wire between the junction box and the spa.  
procedure. Spas wired in any other way will void your  
warranty and may result in serious injury.  
Wire runs over 85 feet must increase wire gauge  
to the next lower number. For example: A normal  
50 amp GFCI with four #8 AWG Copper wires run  
over 85 feet would require you to go to four #6 AWG  
copper wires.  
This is the only acceptable electrical wiring procedure.  
Spas wired in any other way will void your warranty.  
See the wiring diagram on page 6.  
Read and follow the heater manufacturer’s safety  
and installation instructions prior to installation and  
operation. Incorrect installation may damage the  
heater and void its warranty.  
When installed in the United States, the electrical  
wiring of this spa must meet the requirements of  
National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-2008 and  
any applicable local, state, and federal codes. The  
electrical circuit must be installed by an electrical  
contractor and approved by a local building / electrical  
inspector.  
Testing the GFCI Breaker  
Test the GFCI breaker prior to first use and periodically  
when the spa is powered. To test the GFCI breaker  
follow these instructions (spa should be operating):  
GFCI and Wiring Requirements  
The power supplied to the spa must be on a dedicated  
GFCI protected circuit as required by ANSI/NFPA 70  
with no other appliances or lights sharing the power.  
1. Press the TEST button on the GFCI. The GFCI will  
trip and the spa will shut off.  
2. Reset the GFCI breaker by switching the breaker  
to the full OFF position, wait a moment, then  
turn the breaker back on. The spa should have  
power again.  
Use copper wire with THHN insulation. Do not use  
aluminum wire.  
Use the table on the next page to determine your  
GFCI and wiring requirements.  
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Spa Model  
GFCI Required  
Wires Required  
All 240V spas (except 6300 control  
boxes requiring high amperage  
(see below)  
One 50 amp GFCI  
Four #8 AWG copper wires  
Spas with the 6300 control box (when One 60 amp GFCI  
high amperage is selected on circuit  
board)  
Four #8 AWG copper wires  
SEE CONFIGURATION  
INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 6.  
Ultimate Fitness Spas:  
Fitness 2400 spa with 5.5 kW  
heater  
One 50 amp GFCI  
Four #8 AWG copper wires  
Fitness 2400 spa with 11 kW  
heater and Fitness Pro 2500 spa  
SEE PAGES 6 AND 7 FOR  
INSTALLATION DIAGRAM.  
Service 1: One 60 amp Service 1: Four #8 AWG copper wires  
GFCI  
Service 2: One 30 amp Service 2: Three #8 AWG copper wires  
GFCI  
Fitness Pro 4700 spa  
Service 1 (swim side):  
One 60 amp GFCI  
Service 1: Four #8 AWG copper wires  
Service 2: Three #8 AWG copper wires  
Service 3: Four #8 AWG copper wires  
SEE PAGES 6 AND 7 FOR  
INSTALLATION DIAGRAM.  
Service 2 (swim side):  
One 30 amp GFCI  
Service 3 (spa side):  
One 40 amp GFCI  
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Configuring the 6300 Control System  
The 6300 control system requires higher power than other 240V systems. Dip switch #10 is factory set in the  
ON position. This causes the heater to shut off when any pump is running in high speed. To allow the heater  
to continue operating, dip switch #10 must be set to the OFF position.  
To ensure your spa functions  
properly, ensure the following  
steps are performed before  
starting your spa:  
When installing the electrical  
system, use a 60 amp GFCI.  
Follow the GFCI wiring  
diagram on the next page.  
Have your dealer or installer  
set dip switch #10 to the  
OFF position on the circuit  
board as shown at right.  
Electrical Installation for 11 kW Heater  
This applies to Ultimate Fitness spas with the 11 kW heater  
only.  
Two electrical services are required to heat the swim side of the  
Fitness Spa.  
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GFCI Wiring Diagram  
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Gas Heater Hook up  
Ultimate Fitness Series spa owners may buy and install a separate gas heater and pump for use with their spa.  
This option may be purchased separately from your local distributor.  
Spa owners are responsible for ensuring installation of their gas heater conforms to local, state, and federal  
regulations. The electrical and gas installation must be performed by contractors and approved by a local  
building / electrical inspector. Failure to do so may void your warranty.  
All Ultimate Fitness Series spas are plumbed with a gas heater ready union located inside the cabinet at  
either the front or rear, depending on the model. (See the figures below and at right.) Properly installed, they  
can be attached to an external gas heater. Customers are responsible for creating openings in the panel to  
accommodate the lines and wiring. The gas heater should be located not less than 10 feet and no more than  
25 feet away from the spa.  
To connect the plumbing for an external gas heater:  
1. Disconnect the ready union.  
2. Cut off both sides of the union and discard it.  
3. Create two 2½” diameter holes through the spa panel.  
4. Use two 2” couplings to connect the hoses to 10’ - 15’ 2-3/8” diameter PVC lines.  
5. Connect PVC lines to the gas heater.  
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Filling and Powering Up Your Portable Spa  
Never fill your spa with soft water.  
Soft water makes it impossible to maintain the proper water chemistry and may cause the  
water to foam, which will ultimately harm the finish of the spa and void your warranty.  
1. Once the spa has been placed on an approved  
surface and has been correctly wired by a licensed  
electrician, inspect all plumbing connections in the  
equipment area of your spa. Ensure that these  
connections are secure and that they did not  
loosen during shipment.  
5. Presoak the filters in spa water.  
VERY IMPORTANT!  
You must presoak the filters before  
inserting them in the filter canister.  
Dry filters can allow air into the  
filtration system which can cause  
pump failure.  
2. If equipped, open all gate valves in the equipment  
area. Before operating the spa, these valves must  
be in the up or “open” position.  
6. (For owners of the automatic bromine generator)  
Make sure the dial on the face of the bromine  
generator unit is turned to the OFF position.  
VERY IMPORTANT!  
Never run the spa with the gate valves  
closed or without water circulating for  
long periods of time. Be careful not to  
over-tighten the plumbing fittings.  
7. Once the water is at the correct level and air  
is bled, turn on the power at the GFCI breaker.  
(Ensure that the 120V spas are connected to the  
proper electrical outlet.)  
Note: Depending on the model, when the power  
is turned on to the spa, the controls will perform  
a diagnostic check for approximately five minutes.  
When the diagnostic is complete, the spa will  
automatically operate at filter speed and continue  
heating until the spa water temperature reaches  
the default temperature of 100˚F.  
3. Remove the cartridge from filter canister.  
4. Place a garden hose in the filter canister and fill  
your spa with regular tap water about six  
inches from the top.  
VERY IMPORTANT!  
8. If no water is flowing when the pump is running,  
there could be an air pocket at the suction side of  
the pump. Shut off power to the spa and loosen  
the pump union on the suction side of the pump  
to bleed the air. When air is bled, turn power  
back on.  
Always fill the spa through the filter  
canister! Failure to do so may cause  
air to be trapped in the filtration  
system and prevent the pumps from  
operating properly.  
9. Install the pre-soaked filters into the filter  
canister.  
The spa is now ready for use.  
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Operating Your Spa  
5100, 6200 and 6300 Electronic Control Operation  
Initial Start up  
When first powered up, your spa will perform a self-diagnostic check and to into priming mode. The topside will  
display PR to indicate this. Priming mode will be active for less than five minutes. When the spa has finished  
priming, the heater will be activated and the water temperature will be maintained in standard mode. The spa  
will heat to 100°F (37.5°C) at start up until the set temperature is changed as described below.  
These instructions will describe features and options that your particular spa may not be equipped with.  
Temperature Adjustment  
(Range 80°F to 104°F, 26°C to 40°C)  
The 6200 and 6300 electronic control  
panels display the actual water temperature  
in degrees Fahrenheit.  
The displayed  
temperature will only be current after the  
pump has been running for at least two  
minutes.  
To display the temperature that the spa  
is set to:  
Press the Temp button. The  
temperature setting will flash.  
While the display is flashing, each  
time you press Temp button, the  
set temperature will change up or  
down one degree.  
If the desired temperature is  
opposite of the direction each press  
of the button is making, release  
button, allow display to stop flashing and then  
press Temp button to change temperature the  
other direction.  
Economy mode will heat the water to the set  
temperature while Sleep mode, indicated by a  
SL on the main display, will also only activate  
the heater during the filtering cycles but will  
only heat the water to within 20°F (10°C) of the  
set temperature. Like Economy mode, SL will  
display solid when temperature is not current and  
will alternate with actual temperature when it is  
current.  
Standard, Economy and Sleep Heating  
Modes  
Your new spa is equipped with a heating feature that  
gives you complete control of the heating system.  
When the spa is powered up, it will automatically start  
in standard heating mode.  
• St will light briefly on the main display. In this  
mode, the heating system will automatically  
maintain the set spa temperature. In the economy-  
heating mode, the heating system will only activate  
during filtration times.  
NOTE: Displayed temperature will only be current after  
the pump has been running for at least two minutes.  
Switching Modes  
Ec will display solid if temperature is not current  
andwillalternatewithspatemperatureifmeasured  
temperature is current.  
Press Temp button followed by the Light  
button.  
Press the same sequence to switch to the next  
mode.  
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Jets  
Automatic Time outs  
Press the Jets button:  
These features will automatically turn themselves off  
during periods of continuous use:  
Once to activate low speed pump.  
Twice to activate high speed.  
Three times to turn pump off.  
Low speed pump  
High speed pumps  
After 4 hours  
After 15 minutes  
Optional circulation pump After 15 minutes  
Light  
Optional turbo  
Spa light  
After 15 minutes  
After 15 minutes  
Press the Light button to turn on the light. Press it  
once again to turn the light off. All optional lighting  
such as the control panel light and cabinet perimeter  
lighting is controlled by the Light button and will turn  
on and off with the spa light.  
Setting Filtration Cycles  
Your spa is programmed to filter twice a day. The first  
cycle will begin 6 minutes after the spa is turned on  
and the second cycle 12 hours later. The factory has  
programmed the cycle to last for 2 hours but this can  
be switched to 4, 6, or 8 hours depending on your  
requirements. To set filtration time, turn off the power  
to the spa at the time of day you would like one of  
the filtration cycles to begin then turn back on after  
30 seconds. When power has been restored, press  
the Temp button then the Jets button. Press Temp  
button again to change the filtering cycle duration.  
When desired duration is selected press the Jets  
button to exit.  
Option  
Press the Option button to turn on the pump 2. Press  
it once again to turn off the pump 2 (6200 Controls  
only).  
6300 Controls - Pump 2 and Pump 3  
Sequence  
Press Option button once to activate high speed  
pump 2.  
Press Option button twice to activate high speed  
pump 3 and high speed pump 2  
AtthebeginningofeachlteringcycletheTurbosystem  
will run for approximately 30 seconds. The low speed  
pump will run for the duration of the filtering cycle  
and if an Ozone system is installed it will be activated.  
During filtering, FC will appear on the main display.  
Press 3 times to activate pump 3 hi speed only  
Press 4 times to turn pumps off  
Your new spa comes equipped with an electric heater. Following the directions listed below will ensure the  
most efficient operation:  
NOTE: This method is only for spa usage under two hours a week.  
Keep the spa’s operating temperature 5˚F below the desired usage temperature when not in use. One  
or two hours before use, set the temperature to the desired temperature.  
If the spa usage exceeds two hours a week, the set temperature should remain at the desired usage  
temperature.  
The air venturis should be used sparingly. When open, water temperature drops quite rapidly and can  
also dissipate chemicals.  
Allowing the water temperature to lower more than 10˚F below the desired usage temperature and reheating  
it prior to usage will cause the heater to operate longer than it normally would maintaining the desired  
temperature. Doing this will increase your operating cost and makes your heater work more than necessary.  
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9800 Electronic Control Operation  
Initial Start up  
When first powered up, your spa will perform a self-diagnostic check and to into priming mode. The topside will  
display PR to indicate this. Priming mode will be active for less than five minutes. When the spa has finished  
priming, the heater will be activated and the water temperature will be maintained in standard mode. The spa  
will heat to 100°F (37.5°C) at start up  
until the set temperature is changed  
as described below.  
These instructions will describe fea-  
tures and options that your particular  
spa may not be equipped with.  
Temperature Adjustment  
(Range 80°F to 104°F, 26°C to  
40°C)  
The start-up temperature is set at  
100°F (37.5°C). The last measured  
temperature is constantly displayed on the control  
panel. Note that the last measured spa temperature is  
displayed. The displayed temperature will be updated  
Auxiliary Control  
Operation  
when the pump has been running for at least two  
minutes.  
Theauxiliarycontroloptionisavailablewiththe9800  
Press the “UP” or “DOWN” buttons once to display the  
controls only. It is a small panel with four buttons  
set temperature. Each time either button is pressed  
that control certain spa functions, such as primary  
again, the set temperature will increase or decrease  
or additional jets, TV, or lights. It conveniently  
depending on which button is pressed. After three  
puts the control of several spa functions at your  
seconds, the control panel will automatically display  
fingertips without having to get up.  
the last measured spa temperature.  
Auxiliary Panel Functions  
Configuration  
Time  
When time hasn’t been programmed, the “TIME” icon  
Standard  
configuration  
JETS 1, JETS 2, LIGHT,  
OPTION  
flashes. To set the time, press the “TIME” button and  
then the “MODE/PROG” button. Use the “UP” and  
“DOWN” buttons to adjust time. See the next page  
for more detailed instructions.  
Spa models with  
automatic TV  
JETS 1, JETS 2, TV,  
OPTION  
Spa models with  
3-pump system  
JETS 1, JETS 2, JETS 3,  
OPTION  
Standard, Economy, Sleep, and Standby  
Modes  
Mode/Prog: This button is used to switch between  
standard, economy, and sleep modes.  
1. Press  
“MODE/PROG”  
to  
enter  
mode  
programming.  
2. Press the “DOWN” button to cycle through to the  
desired mode.  
3. Press “MODE/PROG” to confirm selection.  
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Standard Mode: This is programmed to maintain  
the desired temperature. Note that the last measured  
spa temperature displayed is current only when the  
pump has been running for at least two minutes. The  
“STAND” icon will display until the mode is changed.  
Jets 2  
Press the “JETS 2” button once to turn pump 2 on or  
off and to shift between low and high speeds if it is a  
two-speed pump. If left running, the pump will turn  
off after 15 minutes.  
Economy Mode: Economy mode heats the spa to the  
set temperature only during filter cycles. The “ECON”  
icon will display until the mode is changed. Pressing  
the “JETS 1” button while in economy mode puts the  
spa in standard-in-economy mode, which operates the  
same as standard mode but reverts back to economy  
mode automatically after one hour. During this time,  
pressing the “MODE/PROG” button will revert to  
economy mode immediately.  
Option  
This is an optional feature. Press the “OPTION” button  
to turn the optional equipment on and off. If left on,  
the equipment will automatically turn off after 15  
minutes.  
Light  
Press the “LIGHT” button to turn the spa light on and  
off and to shift between dim and bright settings if  
your light is dimmable. On dim, the control panel will  
show the center circle plus one quarter of the light  
beams. Half of the light beams will show on medium  
brightness, and all of the light beams will show on  
bright.  
Sleep Mode: Sleep mode heats the spa to within  
20°F (11°C) of the set temperature only during filter  
cycles. The “SLEEP” icon will display until the mode is  
changed.  
Standby Mode: Pressing “Warm” or “Cool” then  
“JETS 2” will turn off all spa functions temporarily. This  
is helpful when changing a filter. Pressing any button  
resets the spa.  
Invert  
Press the “INVERT” button to change the numbers  
in the display to read upside down. Another press  
returns the display to the right-side-up position. This  
enables you to read the display while you are in the  
spa.  
Jets 1  
Press the “JETS 1” button once to turn pump 1 on  
or off and to shift between low and high speeds if  
equipped. If left running, the low speed turns off  
after two hours and the high speed turns off after 15  
minutes. On non-circulation systems, the low speed of  
pump 1 runs when the blower or any other pump is  
on. It may also activate for at least two minutes every  
30 minutes to detect the spa temperature and then to  
heat to the set temperature if needed, depending upon  
the mode. When the low speed turns on automatically,  
it cannot be deactivated from the panel; however, the  
high speed may be started.  
Locking the Panel  
To lock the panel:  
Press “TIME, JETS 1, and the “UP” button within  
three seconds. When locked, the panel will display  
“LOCK. All buttons are frozen except the “TIME”  
button.  
To unlock the panel:  
Press “TIME, JETS 1” then the “DOWN” button  
within three seconds.  
“Sounds Good” System Operation  
The “Sounds Good” system is available on 9800 controls only.  
When you press the button once, it activates the sound system. You will hear  
a unique sound for each button you press on the control panel.  
The “Sounds Good” system plays sounds in three modes and will cycle in this  
order each time you press the button on the SOUNDS GOOD panel:  
Once  
All sounds play at full volume  
All sounds play at half volume  
One sound plays for all controls  
All sounds are off  
Twice  
Three times  
Four times  
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the air channels. The lowest speed of pump 2 and  
pump 3 will run for five minutes. In the event of power  
loss or shut down, the time of day will need to be  
Setting the Temperature Lock  
To activate the temperature lock:  
Press the “UP” or “DOWN” button, “TIME, JETS reset for filter cycles to run according to your desired  
programming.  
1, then the “UP” button within three seconds.  
The panel will display “TEMP LOCK” when the set  
temperature is locked.  
Clean up Cycle  
When the pump or blower is turned on by a button  
press, a clean-up cycle begins 30 minutes after the  
pump or blower is turned off or times out. The pump  
and the ozone generator will run for one hour.  
To unlock the set temperature:  
Press the “UP” or “DOWN” button, “TIME, JETS  
1, and then the “DOWN” button.  
Circulation Pump  
Ozone  
This is an optional feature. The circulation pump will  
come on when the system is checking temperature,  
during filter cycles, during freeze conditions, or when  
another pump is on.  
This is an optional feature. On most systems, the ozone  
generator (if installed) runs during filter cycles (except  
when pump 1 is operating at high speed on a non-circ  
ulating system) and during clean-up cycles. On some  
systems, the ozone generator operates whenever  
the pump runs. If your system is configured with the  
optional ozone disable feature, the ozone generator  
will turn off for one hour any time a function button  
(“JETS 1, JETS 2, OPTION” etc.) is pressed.  
Preset Filter Cycles  
There are two filter cycles per day. The start and end  
times of each cycle are programmable. To program,  
set the time as instructed above, then press “MODE/  
PROG” to advance to the next setting (or to exit  
after the last setting). The default filter cycles are as  
follows:  
Freeze Protection  
If the temperature sensors detect a drop to 44°F  
within the heater, the pump automatically activates  
to provide freeze protection. The equipment stays  
on until four minutes after the sensors detect that  
the spa temperature has risen to 45°F or higher. In  
colder climates, an optional additional freeze sensor  
may be added to protect against freeze conditions that  
may not be sensed by the standard sensors. Auxiliary  
freeze sensor protection acts similarly except with the  
temperature thresholds determined by the switch and  
without a four-minute delay in turnoff.  
The first filter cycle is automatically activated at  
8:00 AM and operates the pump until 10:00 AM.  
The “FILTER 1” indicator icon will light when filter  
1 is running.  
The second filter cycle is automatically activated  
at 8:00 PM and operates the pump until 10:00 PM.  
The “FILTER 2” indicator icon will light when filter  
2 is running.  
The pump and the ozone generator will run during  
filtration. At the start of each filter cycle, the blower  
will run on highest speed for 30 seconds to clean out  
Periodic Reminder Messages  
Press the “Mode” button to reset a displayed reminder.  
Message Frequency  
Action Required  
rPH  
rSA  
rCL  
rtg  
Every 7 days  
Every 7 days  
Every 30 days  
Every 30 days  
Test and adjust chemical levels per manufacturer’s instructions.  
Test and adjust chemical levels per manufacturer’s instructions.  
Remove, clean, and reinstall filter per manufacturer’s instructions.  
Test and reset GFCI per manufacturer’s instructions. Drain and refill  
spa per manufacturer’s instructions.  
rdr  
Every 90 days  
Every 180 days  
Every 365 days  
Drain and refill spa per manufacturer’s instructions.  
Clean and condition spa cover.  
Install a new filter.  
rCO  
rCH  
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Diagnostic Messages  
Message  
Meaning  
Action Required  
No message 1) Spa temperature is unknown.  
on display  
1) After pump has been running for 2 minutes  
temperature will be displayed.  
2) Spa is in Economy or Sleep  
mode.  
2) In Economy or Sleep mode, the pump may be off  
for hours outside a filter cycle. If you wish to see the  
current spa temperature, either switch to Standard  
mode or turn Jets1 on for at least two minutes.  
3) Power has been cut off to the  
spa.  
3) The control panel will be disabled until power  
returns. Spa settings and time of day will be  
preserved for 30 days with a battery back-up.  
BUF  
dr  
Internal problem detected.  
Repair required. Contact your dealer or service  
organization.  
Insufficient water detected in  
heater. Spa will be shut down for  
15 minutes.  
Check water level in spa. Refill if necessary. Make  
sure pumps are been primed and filter cartridges are  
clean. Press any button to reset or wait 15 minutes  
and spa will automatically reset. If message spa does  
not reset, call your dealer or service organization.  
dry  
dY  
Insufficient water detected in  
heater. Spa is shut down.  
Follow directions for dr message and press any button  
to reset spa. Spa will not automatically reset when dry  
or dY is displayed.  
(Displays on third occurrence of dr  
message.)  
Ec  
Indicates heater is in Economy  
Mode.  
None.  
--F or --C  
Temperature unknown  
After the pump has been running for two minutes, the  
temperature will be displayed.  
HL  
HFL  
A difference in readings between  
temperature sensors has been  
detected indicating a possible water message does not reset, call your dealer or service  
flow problem. organization.  
Make sure spa is filled to proper level and that  
pumps are primed and filter cartridges are clean. If  
IC  
ICE  
Potential freeze condition detected. No action required. The pumps and the blower will  
automatically activate regardless of spa status.  
LF  
Persistent low flow problems.  
Follow action required for HL or HFL message.  
Heater is shut down, but other spa Heating capacity of the spa will not reset  
functions continue to run normally. automatically. Press any button to reset.  
Displays on the fifth occurrence of  
the HL or HFL message within 24  
hours.  
OH  
OHS  
Overheat protection. The spa has  
shut down. One of the sensors  
has detected that the spa water is  
110°F.  
DO NOT ENTER THE WATER. Remove the spa cover  
and allow water to cool. At 107°F, the spa should  
automatically reset. If spa does not reset, shut off  
the power to the spa and call your dealer or service  
organization.  
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Message  
Meaning  
Action Required  
HH  
OHH  
Overheat protection (spa is  
shutdown). One sensor has  
detected 118˚F (48˚C) at the  
heater.  
DO NOT ENTER THE WATER!  
Remove the spa cover and allow spa to cool below  
107˚F (42˚C). Press any button on the topside  
display to reset spa. If spa will not reset after spa has  
cooled, turn off power for approximately 30 seconds  
and then turn power back on. If display message is  
repeated then shut the power off to the spa and call  
your dealer or service organization.  
Pr  
SF  
SL  
When your spa is first actuated, it  
will go into priming mode.  
The priming mode will last for up to four minutes and  
then the spa will begin to heat and maintain the water  
temperature in the Standard mode.  
Safety Suction. Spa is shut down.  
The display will show SF when a vacuum switch  
closes. All functions will turn off and the system will  
be disabled until a panel button is pressed.  
Indicates heater is in Sleep Mode.  
None.  
SA  
Sb  
SNA  
Snb  
Spa is shut down. The sensor that  
is plugged into the sensor “A” or  
“B” jack is not working.  
If the problem persists, contact your dealer or service  
organization. (May appear temporarily in an overheat  
situation and disappear when the heater cools.)  
Sns  
Sn  
Sensors are out of balance.  
Contact your dealer or service organization.  
If this is alternating with the  
temperature, it may just be a  
temporary condition.  
If the display shows only this  
message (periodically blinking),  
the spa is shut down.  
ST  
Indicates heater is in Standard  
Mode.  
None.  
Stby  
Pressing a button combination  
on the user panel has activated  
Standby Mode.  
Press any button to leave Standby Mode and return to  
normal operation.  
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Jets  
Diverter Knobs  
Almost all of the jets in your spa are adjustable.  
Rotating the face of an adjustable jet to the left  
(counter-clockwise) will decrease the amount of  
water flow through the jet. Rotating the face of an  
adjustable jet to the right (clockwise) will increase  
the amount of water flow through the jet. (See  
example shown below.)  
Diverter knobs are 1” and 2” knobs located around  
the top of your spa. They allow you to divert water  
through jets from one side of the spa to the other, or  
in most cases from floor jets to wall jets. This is ac-  
complished by rotating the diverter knob to the left  
(counterclockwise), decreasing the amount of wa-  
ter flow through  
a section of jets.  
To increase the  
amount of wa-  
Neck jets adjust in the opposite directions (counter-  
clockwise to increase, clockwise to decrease).  
ter flow through  
the other sec-  
tion of jets, ro-  
tate the handle  
to the right  
(clockwise).  
Waterfalls  
Some spa series include optional waterfalls. When  
the booster pump is on, turn the knob near the  
waterfall, or rotate the dial on top of the waterfall.  
Water will immediately start flowing through it.  
Air Venturis  
Air venturis are the 1” knobs located around the  
top of your spa. Each one will let you add a mixture  
of air with the jet pressure. This is accomplished  
by rotating the air  
venturiknobtotheleft  
(counterclockwise) to  
increase the amount  
of airflow through  
the jets. To decrease  
the amount of airflow  
through the jets,  
rotate the handle to  
the right (clockwise).  
Aromatherapy  
This optional accessory is very easy to use. Unscrew  
the cap on the aromatherapy chamber and drop in  
a bag of scented aromatherapy beads and replace  
the cap.  
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Adjustable Therapy System™  
Pump On/Off  
Time Reset  
Mode  
This button allows the user to turn on and off the  
ATS™ seat pump. Press this button once to turn the  
pump on. Once on, the green LED light on the control  
panel will illuminate, indicating that the system is  
operational. To turn off the pump, press the “PUMP  
ON/OFF” button a second time. Note: The pump  
must be on prior to operating any other features of  
this system.  
Pulse mode will  
normally run for  
15 minutes then  
automatically shut  
off. For another  
15-minute session,  
press the “PUMP  
ON/OFF”  
and the “PULSE  
button  
Pulse Mode  
This button allows the user to turn the ATS™ massage MODE” button. A green LED will blink and the pump  
control on and off. Press the pulse button once to will run on high-speed mode as part of a 15-minute  
turn on the massage control. Once pressed, the cool down period. After that, the pump will stop  
orange LED in position number 1will light, indicating automatically and the green LED light on the panel  
the number one pulse mode. Each press of either the will continue to blink for one minute then shut off  
up or down button will move the orange LED up or automatically. After the second 15-minute session,  
down to the next pulse mode.  
the system will run through a cool down cycle for up  
to two hours. In this cool down mode, the user will  
only be able to operate the pump (by again pressing  
the “PUMP ON/OFF” button). However, the massage  
mode will remain off until the cool down mode is  
completed.  
Note: Allow one second between each button press.  
Pressing the button quickly may cause improper  
operation. To turn the pulse mode off and return to  
normal pump operation, press the “PULSE MODE”  
button a second time.  
Pulse Mode System  
Pulse mode system will shut off for two hours unless  
reset by the following procedure. During this time the  
pump will run at a maximum speed.  
Up  
This button allows the user to cycle up from one  
through seven massage modes one at a time. Each  
mode offers a different pulsating massage. Some  
modes are faster than others, so just cycle through  
them to find the massage you like best.  
In the off position, press the “PULSE MODE”  
button once.  
The green power light will flash to indicate  
reset.  
Down  
This button allows the user to cycle down through all  
seven massage modes, one at a time.  
Wireless Spa Monitor  
The wireless spa monitor allows you to monitor and change your spa’s activity  
from a distance. The table below describes each button’s function.  
Light  
Temp  
Jet 1  
Mode  
Operates spa light and LED mood lighting  
Display or adjust the set temperature control  
Turn on or off jet 1  
Switch between Standard, Economy, and Sleep Modes  
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LED Perimeter Lighting  
Press the LIGHT button on the topside control panel  
to turn the spa light on. If your spa has perimeter  
LED lights, they will also light up at the same time  
as the spa light.  
The perimeter lights operate in three three modes:  
1  Cycle: The first time you press the LIGHT  
button, the lights will cycle through all the  
colors in this order:  
White  
Cyan  
Magenta  
Blue  
Yellow/green  
Green  
Red  
To cycle through the different color choices,  
press the button repeatedly. Each time you  
press the button, you advance to the next  
color.  
2  Flashingwhite:Whenyouhavecycledthrough  
all the colors, the next time you push the LIGHT  
button, the LED lights will flash white.  
3  Fading cycle: The next time you push the  
LIGHT button, the lights will gradually fade  
from one color to the next in the order shown  
above.  
Spas with exterior corner LED lighting work in the  
same modes as described above but do not light up  
when the interior perimeter lights are yellow/green,  
green or red.  
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Clear Water Plan  
Contents of this section:  
This section is intended for new spa owners with  
no experience with water chemistry. Everyone’s ex-  
perience with maintaining water quality is different,  
but there are some general concepts you need to  
know.  
Testing and Adjusting Spa Water  
Sanitation  
Filtration  
Bather Load  
Water maintenance is not difficult, although it re-  
quires regular attention. The most important thing  
to understand about taking care of your spa water is  
that preventive action is much easier than correcting  
water quality issues.  
Starting the Spa with Fresh Water  
Maintenance Schedule  
Cal Zone Quest Ozonator  
Cal Clarity Bromine Generator  
Troubleshooting Water Clarity Problems  
The Key to Clear Water  
Excellent water quality is a simple matter of four things:  
Regularity  
Filtration  
Clear water requires regular maintenance.  
Cleaning your filter regularly is the easiest  
Establish a routine based on a regular  
and most effective single thing you can do  
schedule for your spa water maintenance.  
to keep your water clear.  
Maintaining your water quality helps the en-  
A clogged or dirty filter will cause the heater  
joyment of your spa and extends your spa’s  
and pump to work harder than they need  
life by preventing damage from neglect and  
to, possibly causing them to fail.  
chemical abuse.  
The spa’s heating system will only function  
See page 26 for the sched-  
with the proper amount  
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of water flow through the  
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clean. A low sanitizer level  
this is not difficult, it needs  
will allow microbes to grow  
to be done regularly.  
quickly in the spa water.  
Depending on your choice of sanitizer, you  
We recommend using either chlorine or  
need to test the level of calcium hardness,  
bromine as your sanitizer.  
total alkalinity, and pH. Spa owners with  
Spa owners with a Cal Zone 2000 ozonator  
a Cal Clarity bromine generator also  
or a Cal Clarity bromine generator also need  
need to check total dissolved solids and  
to add sanitizer, although their requirements  
phosphates.  
are different.  
See page 22 for learn how to balance your  
See page 22 for learn how to use sanitizer.  
spa water.  
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Testing and Adjusting Spa Water  
You have two types of testing methods to choose from:  
The reagent test kit is a method which provides a high level of accuracy. It is available in either liquid  
or tablet form.  
Test strips are a convenient testing method commonly used by spa owners.  
Balancing the Total Alkalinity  
Balancing the Calcium Hardness  
Total alkalinity (TA) is the measure of the total  
levels of carbonates, bicarbonates, hydroxides, and  
other alkaline substances in the water. TA can be  
considered a “pH buffer. It is the measure of the  
ability of the water to resist changes in pH level.  
Calcium hardness (CH) is a measure of the total  
amount of dissolved calcium in the water. Calcium  
helps control the corrosive nature of the spa’s water  
and is why soft water is not recommended. The low  
calcium content of soft water is very corrosive to  
the equipment and can cause staining of the spa  
shell.  
The recommended total alkalinity is 80 - 120  
ppm  
The recommended calcium hardness is 150  
- 200 ppm  
If the TA is too low, the pH level will fluctuate  
widely from high to low. Low TA can be corrected  
by adding Cal Spas “pH-Alkalinity Up.  
If the CH is too low, add Cal Spas “Liquid Hardness  
Increaser.  
If the TA is too high, the pH level will tend to be too  
high and may be difficult to bring down. High TA  
can be corrected by adding Cal Spas “pH-Alkalinity  
Down.  
If the CH is too high, dilute the spa water with soft  
water or, if this is not available, add Cal Spas “Stain  
and Scale Defense.  
When the TA is balanced, it normally remains  
stable, although adding water with high or low  
alkalinity will raise or lower the TA level.  
When the CH is balanced, it normally remains  
stable, although adding soft water or very hard  
water will raise or lower the CH level.  
Balancing the pH  
The pH level is the measure of the balance between  
acidity and alkalinity.  
8.2  
Too alkaline,  
causes scaling  
Need to lower the pH level  
8.0  
7.8  
7.6  
7.4  
7.2  
7.0  
6.8  
6.6  
If the pH is too low, it can cause corrosion of metal  
fixtures and the heating element. Low pH can be  
corrected by adding pH-Alkalinity Up.  
Ideal balance  
If the pH is too high, it can cause scaling by allowing  
metals or minerals to form deposits and stain spa  
surfaces. High pH can be corrected by adding pH-  
Alkalinity Down.  
Too acidic,  
causes corrosion  
Need to raise the pH level  
Testing For:  
Ideal Range (ppm)  
Chemicals To Use:  
Minimum  
Maximum  
To Raise  
To Lower  
Total Alkalinity  
80  
120  
pH-Alkalinity Up  
pH-Alkaliity Down  
Calcium Hardness  
pH  
150  
200  
Liquid Hardness Increaser  
pH-Alkalinity Up  
Stain and Scale Defense  
pH-Alkaliity Down  
7.4  
7.6  
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Sanitation  
After you fill your spa, you need to decide which chemical sanitizer you wish to use. Consult your Cal Spas  
dealer for the right decision with regards to your lifestyle and spa usage.  
We recommend either bromine or chlorine as your sanitizer. Both work well when maintained regularly.  
DO NOT use trichlor  Trichlor is very acidic and the hot temperature of the spa causes it to  
dissolve too quickly  It will cause damage to your spa and will void your warranty  
Sanitizers kill bacteria and other organic waste by breaking them down to non-harmful levels and are filtered  
out.  
Make sure you follow all instructions and use only Cal Spas brand chemicals.  
Whichever plan you decide on, follow it completely and don’t take shortcuts. It will provide you with clean,  
safe, clear spa water with a minimum of effort. Spa owners with the Cal Zone Quest ozonator or the Cal  
Clarity bromine generator still need to use a chemical sanitizer. See page 27 for instructions on usage.  
Using Chlorine as a Sanitizer  
If you choose to use chlorine as a sanitizer, only use granulated chlorine, not liquid chlorine. We recommend  
you use only Cal Spas “Chlorinating Granules.  
Once a week, check the chlorine level using either a test strip or a reagent kit. See the table on the following  
page for the ideal range.  
Add one or two tablespoons of Cal Spas “Chlorinating Granules” to the spa water weekly. Note that chlorine  
dissipation rate will be faster at higher water temperatures and slower at lower temperatures.  
When you add chlorine, open all of the jets and run the spa at high speed with the cover open for at least  
30 minutes.  
Follow the maintenance schedule on page page 26.  
Adding Sanitizer Tablets to  
the Chemical Chamber  
Using Bromine as a Sanitizer  
Bromine is a very effective sanitizer that produces low chemical  
odors. Unlike chlorine, it can break down bacteria and other  
impurities to a safe level with a low burn-out rate.  
Bromine is available in both granulated and tablet form. Use  
granulated bromine to establish your bromine base. Use tablets  
to maintain it. The filter cartridge provided with your spa has  
an internal chamber for bromine tablets. Do not use a floater.  
When you begin with fresh water, add 2 ounces of Cal Spas  
Go Brom. Open all of the jets and run the spa at high speed.  
This is your base bromine level as the tablets will take a while  
to dissolve.  
Add two ounces of Oxidizer Shock. Open all of the jets and  
run on high speed with the cover half open for at least 30  
minutes.  
Place three or four bromine tablets in the chamber inside the  
filter cartridge as shown in the figure at right.  
Follow the maintenance schedule on page page 26.  
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Testing For:  
Ideal Range  
(ppm)  
Chemicals To Use:  
Minimum Maximum  
To Raise  
To Lower  
Chlorine level  
Without ozonator  
With ozonator  
3.0  
2.0  
5.0  
4.0  
Chlorinating Granules  
Bromine level  
Without ozonator  
With ozonator  
6.7  
5.7  
11.0  
10.0  
Go Brom  
Note: The Cal Clarity bromine generator requires different water chemistry tests. See page 27 for  
instructions on its use.  
Shocking the Water  
In addition to using a chemical sanitizer, you will periodically need to shock the water. Shocking the water  
helps remove burned-out chemicals, bacteria, and other organic material from your spa’s water and improves  
your sanitizer’s effectiveness.  
Do not use chlorinating shock, which will damage your spa’s jets and pump seals. The only shock you should  
use is Cal Spas Oxidizer Shock. It is an easy way to maintain either chlorine or bromine chemical plans.  
For best results use the directions below.  
Add one ounce of Cal Spas Oxidizer Shock:  
Once a week  
After heavy bather loads  
If water has a strong odor  
Spa must be running with all of the jets on high for 30 minutes with the cover open. If necessary, repeat  
oxidizer shock in 30 minute intervals.  
Chemical Safety  
Read and follow all printed instructions listed on bottles and packages  Failure  
to follow chemical directions may result in serious injury, sickness, or even  
death  
may have been exposed to chemical contact prior to  
wearing them again.  
Do not exceed chemical dosages as recommended  
in the Clear Water Plan or on chemical bottles and  
packages.  
Inhaling or ingesting chemicals will cause serious  
injury, sickness, or even death.  
Never change chemical brands or types without  
completely draining, flushing and thoroughly cleaning  
the spa and cover first.  
Chemicals must be stored completely out of the reach  
of children in an area that is well vented, cool, and dry.  
Failure to provide a proper area for chemical storage  
may result in serious injury, sickness, fire explosion  
and even death. Do not store your chemicals inside  
the equipment area of your spa.  
Never mix chemicals together.  
Do not allow chemicals to come in contact with skin,  
eyes or clothing. Remove and wash clothing that  
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Filter Cleaning  
The filter is the part of your spa that removes the debris from the water and needs to be cleaned on a regular  
basis to maximize your spa’s filtering performance and heating efficiency.  
In addition to spraying off the filter weekly to remove surface debris, your filter should be deep cleaned  
periodically to dissolve scale and particles that get lodged deep within the filter fibers and impede the  
filtration process. Even if the filter looks clean, scale and particles can clog the fibers and prevent water from  
flowing through the filter resulting in the most common spa problem—no heat, caused by a dirty filter.  
We recommend you clean your filter once a month and replace it once a year or as necessary.  
4. Remove the filter by turning it counterclockwise, unscrewing the bottom threads, then pulling it up and  
out.  
5. Place the dirty filter into a bucket of water deep enough to cover the filter. Add 8 oz of Cal Spas “Liquid  
Filter Cleaner” to the bucket of water.  
Note: It is a good idea to keep a spare filter to use in the spa while the dirty filter is being deep cleaned.  
This way, you can rotate the filters and both will last longer.  
6. Twist off the tablet tube and set it aside  
7. Soak the filter for a minimum of 24 hours.  
8. Spray the filter with a water hose. Spray each pleat carefully.  
9. Put fresh bromine in the tablet tube (if you use it as a sanitizer) and twist it back on top of the filter.  
10. Reinstall the filter. Do not overtighten.  
Bather Load  
“Bather Load” is the term used to describe the number week at 100 degrees) If your bather load exceeds  
of people using a spa, combined with the length of these guidelines, and you experience water quality  
usage, and the frequency of usage. All these factors problems, increase the amount of filtration first, (go  
have a great effect on the spa water. The higher the to the next higher filtration number) then if water  
bather load, the more chemicals need to be added quality is still not adequate, consult the advice of your  
and a longer filtration time will be needed.  
Cal Spas dealer for additional chemical or system  
recommendations. Be sure to give them your bather  
load information.  
All versions of the Cal Spas Clear Water Plan are  
designed for spas with average bather load (3  
to 4 people, 15 minutes of usage, three times a  
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Starting the Spa with Fresh Water  
This applies to all spa owners EXCEPT those with  
the Cal Clarity bromine generator. See instructions  
on page page 27 for bromine generator operating  
instructions and spa filling procedures.  
3. Fill the spa to the proper water level with normal  
tap water. (Do not use soft water.)  
4. Use test strip and balance the spa water.  
Adjust total alkalinity (acceptable range is  
80-120ppm).  
We recommend you use Cal Spas chemicals only.  
Other brands of chemicals may have similar names  
and/or usage descriptions but due to manufacturing  
differences, use of other chemicals can increase  
the likelihood of under- or over-dosing the spa  
chemicals. Damage to the spa or spa’s components  
from improper chemicals or chemical usage is not  
covered under the spa’s warranty.  
Adjust pH if necessary (between 7.2 to 7.8).  
5. Pour in 16 oz of Cal Spas “Metal Protector” in the  
center of the spa.  
6. Add Stain and Scale Prevention.  
7. Add either chlorine or bromine (but not both).  
Prior to filling a spa for the first time, or after a routine  
draining, you will want to follow this start-up plan to  
extend water life and performance.  
Chlorine: Add two tablespoons of Cal Spas “Chorine  
Granules” to the spa water.  
Bromine: Add 2 oz of Cal Spas “Go Brom” to  
As with all chemical dosages listed in these Clear  
Water Plans, start-up dosages are intended for  
500-gallon spas. Please adjust the chemical dosages  
to the capacity of your particular spa.  
establish a bromine base.  
Add 2 Cal Spas “Bromine Tablets” to  
bromine floater.  
1. Clean the surface of the spa with Cal Spas “Multi-  
Purpose Cleaner.  
Set floater opening at #2.  
8. Turn on jets for 15 minutes. Leave spa uncovered  
during this time.  
2. Apply a protective coat of Cal Spas “Fast Sheen”  
to the acrylic surface.  
9. Put cover on spa and allow to heat up to desired  
temperature.  
Water level is very important to the operation of your spa  If the water level  
is too low or too high, your spa will not operate properly  The water level  
should be about six inches from the top when the spa is not being used  
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Maintenance Schedule  
Each time you refill the spa  
Follow the section “Starting the Spa with Fresh Water.  
Prior to each use  
Test the spa water using either test strips a reagent test kit. Adjust  
chemical levels as necessary.  
Once a week  
Test the spa water using either test strips a reagent test kit. Adjust  
chemical levels as necessary.  
Once a month  
Deep clean your spa’s filter. (Follow filter cleaning instruction at  
beginning of Clear Water Plan)  
Every two to four months  
Drain and clean your spa with “Multi-Purpose Cleaner.  
Polish the acrylic surface with “Fast Sheen.  
Clean and treat spa cover, pillows, and Cal Select cabinet (if  
equipped) with “Cover Protector.  
Refill your spa, following the section “Starting the Spa with Fresh  
Water.  
If you are using the Cal Clarity Automatic Bromine Generator Clear  
Water Plan, add new sodium bromide to the water.  
Once a year  
Replace filter cartridges if the pleats appear frayed.  
If you use the Cal Zone Quest 2000 Ozonator, you will need to  
replace the ozone cartridge.  
We recommend that your spa water be changed every 4 to 6 months. You may find the need to change your  
spa water more frequently with heavy use. When empty, your spa should be cleaned with a non-abrasive  
cleaner, such as Cal Spas™ All Surface Cleaner, and then rinsed thoroughly.  
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Cal Zone Quest Ozonator  
The Cal Zone ozone generator releases ozone into the spa water. You will still need to test for chlorine and  
occasionally replenish it to return the chlorine level to the baseline.  
This plan and its chemical dosages are intended for spas equipped with the optional Cal Zone Quest 1000 / 2000  
Ozonator or Del Zone Eclipse Ozonator. The chemical references are designed for Cal Spas chemicals only.  
Start Up  
1. Follow the spa start up procedures for chlorine Clear Water Plan.  
2. Set the spa’s filtration time for “F-4. This activates the ozonator and produces the  
ozone gas.  
Note: Filtration time may need to be increased with heavy bather load.  
Day One (Monday)  
1. Test spa water using chlorine test strips. (You will need to use a small amount of chlorine  
as a supplemental sanitizer)  
2. Based on the test strip readings:  
Adjust total alkalinity (acceptable range of 80-120 ppm).  
Adjust the pH if needed (range is between 7.2 to 7.8).  
Add 1 tablespoon of chlorine granules.  
The recommended level of Chlorine is 1-3 ppm.  
3. Add 2 oz of “Stain and Scale Defense.  
4. Remove dirty filter from the spa and rinse off.  
5. Place your extra clean filter cartridge back into the spa.  
6. Vacuum debris from the bottom of your spa with the spa vacuum.  
Day Two (Friday)  
1. Test spa water using chlorine test strips.  
2. Based on the test strip reading:  
Adjust total alkalinity, then the pH if needed.  
Add 1 tablespoon of chlorine granules (if  
needed).  
3. Add 2 oz of Cal Spas “Oxidizer Shock” to spa.  
Run spa for 15 minutes with cover off.  
4. Replace cover.  
Cal Clarity Bromine  
Generator  
The Cal Clarity bromine generator automatically  
generates and releases free bromine into the spa  
water. You will still need to test for bromide and  
occasionally replenish it to return the bromine level  
to the baseline.  
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Start Up  
1. Clean surface of spa with Cal Spas “Multi-Purpose  
Cleaner.  
15. This will initiate the build up of a bromine bank.  
16. Set the filtration cycle to “continuous” (F-C) for  
2. Apply a protective coat of Cal Spas “Fast Sheen”  
to the acrylic surface.  
the first 24 hours.  
17. Put the cover on and allow the spa to heat to  
3. Fill spa to proper water level with normal tap  
water. Do not use soft water.  
desired temperature.  
Adjusting The Proper Bromine Levels  
1. After start up, decrease the filtration cycle to F-4  
and monitor the bromine level until it is within the  
recommended range.  
4. Use a test strip and balance the spa water:  
Adjust total alkalinity (acceptable range is 80  
to 120 ppm),  
Adjust pH if necessary (between 7.2 to 7.8).  
2. Use bromine test strips to achieve a 3-5 ppm  
recommended level.  
5. Pour in 16 oz. of Cal Spas “Metal Protector” in the  
center of spa.  
Note: It can take several days for the bromine level  
to stabilize because the fill water that was used  
sometimes contains contaminants that need to be  
neutralized, thereby using up the initial bromine that  
is generated.  
6. Test for TDS (total dissolved solids).  
The ideal range is 50 to 300 ppm.  
TDS must be less than 500 ppm to start with.  
3. Once the desired level has been achieved, turn the  
dial down until a maintenance setting is achieved.  
The common maintenance setting for an average  
bather load is 4.  
7. Test for phosphates. Phosphate level should be  
below 200 ppb. Remove phosphates if necessary.  
8. Determine the gallon capacity of the spa. Be  
accurate, because this determines the amount of  
TRU BLU that will be added. Consult the Cal Spas  
Pre-delivery Guide for spa gallons.  
When changing the setting, use bromine test strips  
to determine when you have reached the level you  
want.  
9. Power up the spa and make sure all the spa’s  
pumps are set to high speed. Turn the dial on the  
face of the Cal Clarity Bromine Generator to OFF.  
Once a Week  
1. Test spa water with bromine test strip.  
10. Sprinkle evenly over the surface of the spa one  
2lb bottle of TRU BLU sodium bromide per 100  
US gallons (370 liters) of water. Do not add too  
much!  
2. Based on test strip readings:  
Adjust alkalinity if necessary.  
Adjust pH if necessary.  
Note: Each bottle of TRU BLU will raise TDS /  
conductivity amount approximately 500 ppm.  
Increase / decrease bromine production with  
dial if required.  
11. Allow spa to run for 15 minutes so the TRU BLU  
can dissolve completely before proceeding to the  
next step.  
3. Remove dirty filter from the spa and rinse off.  
4. Place your clean, extra filter cartridge back into  
the spa.  
12. Use sodium bromide test strips (not bromine) and  
adjust sodium bromide level to 7.4 to 8.2 (equates  
to 1700 to 2500 ppm TDS level).  
5. Add 2 oz of Cal Spas “Oxidizer Shock” to spa. Run  
spa for 15 minutes  
13. Add 2 oz of Cal Spas “Oxidizer Shock” to help burn  
6. Vacuum debris from the bottom of your spa with  
the “Spa Vacuum.  
out impurities in fill water.  
14. Turn the dial on the bromine generator clockwise  
until the LED display reads 10.  
7. Replace cover.  
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Troubleshooting Water Clarity Problems  
Problem  
Probable Causes  
Possible Solutions  
Cloudy Water  
Dirty filter  
Clean filter  
Excessive oils / organic  
matter  
Shock spa with sanitizer  
Add sanitizer  
Improper sanitization  
Adjust pH and/or alkalinity to recommended  
range  
Suspended particles /  
organic matter  
Run jet pump and clean filter  
Drain and refill the spa  
Overused or old water  
Water Odor  
Excessive organics in water  
Improper sanitization  
Low pH  
Shock spa with sanitizer  
Add sanitizer  
Adjust pH to recommended range  
Shock spa with sanitizer  
Adjust pH to recommended range  
Chlorine Odor  
Musty Odor  
Chloramine level too high  
Low pH  
Bacteria or algae growth  
Shock spa with sanitizer – if problem is  
visible or persistent, drain, clean and refill  
the spa  
Organic buildup /  
scum ring around  
spa  
Buildup of oils and dirt  
Wipe off scum with clean rag – if severe,  
drain the spa, use a spa surface and tile  
cleaner to remove the scum and refill the spa  
Algae Growth  
High pH  
Shock spa with sanitizer and adjust pH  
Low sanitizer level  
Shock spa with sanitizer and maintain  
sanitizer level  
Eye Irritation  
Low pH  
Adjust pH  
Low sanitizer level  
Shock spa with sanitizer and maintain  
sanitizer level  
Skin Irritation / Rash  
Unsanitary water  
Shock spa with sanitizer and maintain  
sanitizer level  
Free chlorine level above 5  
ppm  
Allow free chlorine level to drop below 5 ppm  
before spa use  
Stains  
Scale  
Total alkalinity and/or pH  
too low  
Adjust total alkalinity and/or pH  
Use a stain and scale inhibitor  
High iron or copper in  
source water  
High calcium content in  
water – total alkalinity and  
pH too high  
Adjust total alkalinity and pH – if scale  
requires removal, drain the spa, scrub off the  
scale, refill the spa and balance the water  
Use a stain and scale inhibitor  
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Cleaning and Maintenance  
Removing and Reseating the Pillows  
You can remove the pillows for cleaning and maintenance quickly and easily. This method works for all types  
of pillows.  
Grab the lower edge of the pillow with both hands firmly and pull up. As you do this, the pillow inserts will  
pop out of the holes.  
Reseat the pillows by aligning the pillow inserts with the holes and striking the pillow hard enough to insert  
the pegs back into the holes.  
Spa Cover  
Important! Keep the spa covered when not in use!  
See the manual enclosed with your cover for  
instructions on mounting the locks and how to lock  
and unlock the cover.  
Coveredspaswilluselesselectricityinmaintaining  
your set temperature.  
In addition, while the spa cover is rigid, it is not  
designed to support any weight. Therefore, as a  
safety precaution and to preserve the life of your  
Covering your spa will protect your spa’s finish  
from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.  
You are required to keep the spa covered to cover, you must not sit, stand, or lie on it, nor should  
maintain warranty coverage.  
you place objects of any kind on top of it.  
Covering your spa helps prevent children from  
drowning in the spa.  
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Draining Your Portable Spa  
Your spa should be drained every four to six months,  
and refilled with fresh tap water. The following is the  
recommended method for draining your spa.  
1. Turn off the power at the breaker.  
2. Remove all filters.  
If your drain valve is mounted on the side of the spa  
cabinet as shown at right, proceed to step 5.  
If your drain valve is located inside the spa cabinet:  
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws to  
the access panel and open it.  
4. Locate hose ending with the 3/4 inch hose-bib  
fixture.  
5. Hook up the female end of a garden hose to the drain fitting.  
6. Place the other end of the garden hose where you would like the water to drain to.  
7. Twist the hose-bib fixture counterclockwise and pull to open the drain.  
8. Let spa drain completely, then remove garden hose.  
9. Twist the hose-bib fixture clockwise to close it.  
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter  
Filtration is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure clean, clear water. It is far less expensive  
to fix water clarity problems by filtering your spa than by using excessive amounts of chemicals, excessive  
filtration times, or by water replacement.  
See the section “Clear Water Plan” for more information on cleaning your filter.  
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Winterizing (Cold Climate Draining)  
In many areas of the country, the temperature drops below 32˚F (0°C). We recommend that you always  
have your spa full of water and running at normal spa temperatures (80˚F to 100˚F, 26.7°C to 37.8°C). This  
will help reduce the risk of freezing in your spa and your spa’s equipment.  
Warning: If you find the need to drain your spa, please be aware of the potential of freezing in  
your spas equipment and plumbing  Even if the directions below are followed perfectly, there  
is no guarantee that your spa will not suffer freeze damage  
Freeze damage is not covered by your warranty  
1. Open all filter covers.  
2. Remove the filter baskets and filters.  
3. Drain your spa completely as described in the instructions above.  
4. Remove drain plugs from the front of the pumps.  
5. Disconnect the unions from both sides of the pump.  
6. Use a wet/dry vacuum to blow any remaining water out of the jets and equipment area.  
Cover your spa with a good spa cover and an all-weather tarp to ensure that neither rain nor snow enters  
the spa.  
Cleaning the Cover, Shell and Pillows  
Due to the constant punishment your spa cover and pillows receive, you should protect them by applying  
Vinyl and Leather Cleaner as part of your monthly maintenance plan. Cal Spas™ Vinyl and Leather Cleaner  
is specifically designed to protect spa covers and pillows from chemical and ultraviolet light damage. It  
accomplishes this without leaving an oily residue behind that is normally associated with common automotive  
vinyl protectants.  
Pillows  
Use of Vinyl and Leather Cleaner  
1. Wipe pillows dry with a soft  
cloth.  
Cal Spas™ Vinyl and Leather Cleaner should be used  
sparingly. Incorrect usage may cause water clarity  
issues.  
2. Carefully spray Vinyl and  
Leather Cleaner directly onto  
pillow.  
Spa Covers  
1. Remove spa cover from spa.  
3. Wipe pillows dry.  
2. Allow spa cover to dry completely.  
4. Allow  
pillows  
to  
dry  
3. Spray Vinyl and Leather Cleaner to cover evenly  
and wipe dry.  
completely.  
Warning: Do not use automotive  
4. Allow spa cover to dry completely.  
5. Reinstall cover on spa.  
vinyl protectants on spa covers or pillows. These  
productsaregenerallyoil-basedandwillcausesevere  
water clarity issues that are difficult to correct.  
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4. Wipe spa thoroughly with a wet  
sponge, rinsing often with a  
bucket of clean water.  
All-Purpose Cleaner (Spa Finish  
cleaning)  
Cal Spas™ All-Purpose Cleaner is an essential part of  
maintaining your spa’s finish. Through normal use,  
the spa’s finish can accumulate dirt, oil, and calcium  
causing a rough feel and unsightly scum lines. Cal  
Spas™ All-Purpose Cleaner is a low detergent, non-  
abrasive cleaner specifically formulated to clean the  
spa without damaging its acrylic finish.  
5. Allow spa to dry completely.  
6. Apply a coat of Cal Spas™ Fast  
Sheen to the spa’s entire finish  
with a soft towel or sponge.  
7. Allow Fast Sheen to dry until white  
and powdery.  
The most effective solution to minimize cleaning  
time is prevention. When the following steps are  
followed, the spa’s finish will actually start to resist  
most of the elements that cause calcium build-up  
and make scum line clean up easier.  
8. Buff clean with a soft cloth, rotating frequently.  
Periodic Maintenance  
1. Spray Cal Spas™ Multi-Purpose Cleaner directly  
to the spa’s finish.  
Prior to Spa Start-Up and Refilling  
1. Spray Cal Spas™ Multi-Purpose Cleaner directly  
2. Wipe clean with a clean soft cloth.  
3. Wipe spa thoroughly with a wet sponge, rinsing  
often in a bucket of clean water.  
on to the spa’s finish.  
2. Wipe clean with a clean soft cloth.  
Cal Spas™ Multi-Purpose Cleaner should not be  
sprayed directly into the spa water. Incorrect usage  
of this product will cause water clarity issues.  
3. Repeat on heavily calcified areas.  
2. Wipe clean with a soft cloth.  
Fast Sheen (Spa Finish Protecting  
Wax)  
3. Repeat on heavily calcified areas.  
Cal Spas™ Fast Sheen is an essential part of  
maintaining your spa’s finish. Through normal use,  
the spa’s finish can accumulate dirt, oil, and calcium,  
causing a rough feel and unsightly scum lines. Cal  
Spas™ Fast Sheen is a non-oil based wax that is  
specifically formulated to protect the spa’s finish  
from the chemicals and minerals associated with  
normal spa use.  
4. Wipe spa thoroughly with a wet  
sponge, rinsing often in a bucket  
of clean water.  
5. Allow the spa to dry completely.  
6. Apply a coat of Cal Spas™ Fast  
Sheen to the spa’s entire finish  
with a soft cloth or sponge.  
The most effective solution to minimize cleaning  
time is prevention. When the following steps are  
followed, the spa’s finish will actually start to resist  
most of the elements that cause calcium build-up  
and make scum line clean-up easier.  
7. Allow Fast Sheen to dry until white and  
powdery.  
8. Buff clean with a soft cloth, rotating frequently.  
IMPORTANT: Cal Spas™ Fast Sheen should not be  
used on spas full of water. Only apply to clean, cool,  
dry surfaces. Incorrect product usage may cause  
water clarity issues.  
Prior to Spa Start-Up and Refilling  
1. Spray Cal Spas™ Multi-Purpose Cleaner directly  
to the spa’s finish.  
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Using the Entertainment System  
Some spas may be equipped with audio/visual en-  
tertainment options. Several options are available  
and include marine grade CD players, DVD players,  
and an iPod® docking station. Each spa equipped  
with an audio/visual system is delivered with the  
manufacturer’s operating instructions in a clear plas-  
tic bag.  
Always close the CD / DVD protective door.  
Do not place wet CD’s or DVD’s into this unit at  
any time.  
Water damage is not covered by Cal Spas or the  
manufacturer’s warranty.  
Although the marine grade entertainment system is  
The instructions contained in this manual describe encased in a plastic housing with weather seals, the  
only basic functions. See the manufacturer’s oper- system is water resistant and NOT waterproof.  
ating instructions for other features and functions. You must take every precaution to keep this system  
We strongly recommend that you read the manufac- dry! Water damage is not covered by Cal Spas or the  
turer’s instructions prior to operating this unit.  
manufacturer’s warranty.  
Observe the following precautions for your enter- WARNING! Although the TV monitor is water resis-  
tainment system:  
tant, make sure that hands are dry before coming in  
contact with this or any electronic option. DO NOT  
SPLASH WATER ON THE TV MONITOR!  
Make sure that hands and CDs / DVDs are dry  
before coming in contact with this or any elec-  
tronic option.  
Listening to the Radio  
Inserting and Ejecting a  
CD or DVD  
1. Press the POWER button on the unit or the re-  
mote control to turn the system on. The system  
automatically starts in the mode it was in when  
it was last shut off.  
For the Sony CDX-HS70MW and Aeware systems:  
1. Press the OPEN button on the unit. The face-  
plate will lower and expose the disk drive.  
2. Press the SOURCE or MODE button to switch to  
the radio mode.  
2. Insert a disk in the disk drive.  
3. Flip up the faceplate.  
3. Press the left and right arrows located at the  
far right of the panel to tune the radio to a  
station.  
To remove the disc, press the OPEN button. The  
faceplate will open. Press the small EJECT button  
located to the left of the disk drive slot.  
For the Sony CDX-GT10M system, simply insert a  
disk into the slot in the faceplate. To remove the  
disc, press the EJECT button.  
Functions for  
the Aeware DVD  
player  
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Playing a CD  
Playing a Movie  
You can play CDs with any of the media systems  
(Sony or Aeware).  
This applies to the Aeware system only  
Note: The Cal Spas universal remote  
control requires a direct line of sight  
between the remote and the CD/DVD  
player in order to function. The remote  
will not function when used inside the  
spa.  
1. Insert a disc in the disc drive as described  
above. The player will identify the type of disc  
and begin playing it.  
2. Use either the remote control or the buttons on  
the faceplate to start and stop the player and  
to jump to selections.  
1. Press the TV button on the auxiliary control  
panel to raise the TV monitor.  
3. To remove the disc, press the EJECT button.  
2. Press the TV function button on the remote  
control, aim it toward the TV, then press the  
red POWER button to turn on the TV. The red  
LED beneath the screen will appear.  
Raising and Lowering the  
20” TV  
3. Press the ENTER button until the message  
VIDEO appears on the TV screen.  
Press the TV button on the auxiliary control panel  
to raise and lower the TV monitor.  
4. Press the VCR/DVD function button.  
Press the button once to raise the TV.  
Press it again to lower the TV.  
5. Insert a disc in the DVD player as described  
above. The disc will begin playing. Either the  
DVD menu will appear on the TV screen or the  
movie will begin playing automatically.  
Note: Make sure you turn off the TV before  
you lower it  The TV does not automatically  
shut off and will remain on while it is in the  
lowered position unless you turn it off  
To navigate the DVD menu on the TV screen, press  
the TRACK UP or TRACK DOWN buttons on the  
Aeware DVD player (not the remote control). Each  
time you press one of these buttons, the pointer  
on the TV screen will move from one selection to  
the next.  
To confirm a selection, press the ENTER button  
on the DVD player.  
To play the movie, select the PLAY MOVIE  
feature on the DVD menu, or press the PLAY  
button on the remote control.  
To return to the DVD menu, press the MENU  
button on the DVD player, or press the ENTER  
button on the remote control.  
To remove the disc, press the OPEN button on the  
DVD player. The faceplate will open. Press the small  
EJECT button located to the left of the disk drive  
slot.  
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Programming the  
Universal Remote Control  
The Cal Spas universal remote has been pre-pro-  
grammed to function with the entertainment sys-  
tem the spa has been configured with. However, in  
case you need to reprogram the remote, use the  
device list below for the programming code.  
1. Turn on the device (TV, CD player, DVD player)  
with the manufacturer’s remote control.  
2. Press the button on the remote for the device  
you want to program (TV, CD, DVD, etc.)  
3. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED  
blinks twice.  
4. Enter the device code. If you perform this  
procedure correctly, the LED will blink twice. If  
not, repeat steps 2 and 3.  
Device Manufacturer  
Device  
Type  
Code  
Samsung 42” plasma  
River Park 20”  
TV  
1312  
1530  
1866  
TV  
Aeware  
DVD  
CD  
CD  
Sony CDX-GT10M  
Sony CDX-HS70MW  
Using the iPod  
Docking Station  
To play an iPod from the docking station to the  
spa’s stereo system:  
1. Place the iPod in the docking station.  
2. Press the  
SOURCE  
NOTE: The only DVD functions available  
with the universal remote control are  
shown above  
button on  
the stereo (if  
equipped) un-  
til the display  
shows AUX.  
You will have to use the function but-  
tons on the DVD player to navigate  
DVD menus on the TV screen.  
3. Play the iPod.  
4. Adjust volume  
using the vol-  
ume control  
in the docking  
station.  
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Appendix  
Replacement Parts  
Jets  
Jets  
mfw 3” Micro Flow  
CXLW 6 5” LargeStorm  
Standard gray PLU21703421  
Stainless steel PLU21703622  
Standard gray PLU21703432  
Stainless steel PLU21703631  
MJLW 6 5” Large Shower  
Storm  
Standard gray PLU21703422  
Stainless steel PLU21703633  
CXW 5 5” Storm  
Standard gray PLU21703425  
Stainless steel PLU21703624  
MJW 5 5” Shower Storm  
Standard gray PLU21703423  
Stainless steel PLU21703625  
ED 2 25” Euro Directional  
6 spoke face PLU21703662  
MNW 3” Neck  
ELE 2 25” Euro Less Eyeball  
Standard gray PLU21703427  
Stainless steel PLU21703628  
msw 3” Micro Swirl  
6 spoke face PLU21703663  
EW 2” Euro  
Standard gray PLU21703420  
Stainless steel PLU21703621  
Standard gray PLU21703433  
Stainless steel PLU21703632  
EWD 2” Neck Euro  
OZ 2” Ozone Injector  
Stainless steel PLU21703643  
Standard gray PLU21700818  
mfc 3” Micro Flow Directional  
PSA 5 5” Power Storm  
Acupressure  
6 spoke face PLU21703664  
Standard gray PLU21703668  
Stainless steel PLU21703449  
MFRW 3 25” Neck Blasters  
Standard gray PLU21703431  
Stainless steel PLU21703627  
psa 4” Polystorm  
Acupressure  
Standard gray PLU21703448  
Stainless steel PLU21703667  
MFW 4” Maxi Flow  
Standard gray PLU21703430  
Stainless steel PLU21703630  
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Jets  
Valves  
PSD 4” Polystorm  
Directional  
1” LED Diverter Valve with  
Swoosh Logo  
6 spoke face PLU21703661  
PLU21300450  
2” LED Diverter Valve with  
Swoosh Logo  
PSR 5 25” Power Storm  
Rifle  
PLU21300460  
6 spoke face PLU21703666  
2” Diverter Valve Silver  
Handle with Dark Gray Cap  
and Wall fitting  
PST 5 25” Power Storm  
Twister  
PLU21300480  
1” Diverter Valve Silver  
Handle with Dark Gray Cap  
and Wall Fitting  
6 spoke face PLU21703665  
PLU21300470  
SFW 5 5” Sure Flow  
Air Control with Swoosh  
Logo  
Standard gray PLU21703426  
Stainless steel PLU21703626  
PLU21300500  
Air Control Valve Silver  
Handle with Dark Gray Cap  
and Wall Fitting  
SW Swim  
Standard face PLU21700565  
PLU21300510  
Aromatherapy Chamber  
and Cap  
SXW 5 5” Storm, 2 Hole  
Standard gray PLU21703424  
Stainless steel PLU21703623  
PLU21700637  
Pillows  
Quad  
T 5 25” Tornado  
ACC01400930  
Standard gray PLU21703428  
Stainless steel PLU21703629  
Neck Blaster  
ACC01400920  
W 4” Whirlpool  
Stainless steel PLU21703609  
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Pillows  
Cover Lifts  
Cover Lift Adjustable (Top  
Mount)  
Cascade (Logo)  
ACC01400910  
ACC01600117  
Infinity  
Hand Rails  
Swivel Hand Rail (Black)  
ACC01400940  
FIX12400002  
Swivel Hand Rail (Chrome)  
Neck  
FIX12400003  
ACC01400950  
Waterfalls  
Bump  
Cascade Waterfall  
ACC01400866  
PLU21800820  
Drains  
Filter Waterfall  
Main Drain, Super Hi Flo  
Suction 2” Silver  
PLU21800830  
PLU21400132  
Vertical Waterfall  
Hi Flow Suction Silver 1  
1/2”  
PLU21800840  
PLU21400065  
Filters  
Bottom Drain Star Suction  
Cover  
Filter Cartridge, 75 Sq  
Ft, Anti-Bacterial, with  
Chemical Chamber  
PLU21400197  
FIL11100215  
Bottom Drain Filtration  
Return Assembly  
Filter Cartridge, 50 Sq  
Ft, Anti-Bacterial, with  
Chemical Chamber  
OZO18300005  
FIL11100205  
Cover Lifts  
Filter Cartridge 75 Sq Ft,  
Anti-Bacterial  
Cover Lift Kit, Bottom  
Mounting  
FIL11703211  
ACC01600116  
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Filters  
LED Lights  
Filter Cartridge, 50 Sq Ft,  
Anti-Bacterial  
Small Controller Daisy  
Chain  
FIL11100201  
LIT16100179  
Ozone Cartridges  
Cal Zone Quest 2000  
Replacement Cartridge  
2’ Daisy Chain Jumper  
LIT16100183  
OZO18100020  
Cal Zone Quest 1000  
Replacement Cartridge  
Overmold Adapter for Small  
Controller  
LIT16100209  
Lights  
Quad LED Daisy Chain  
Assembly  
Light Assembly Complete  
LIT16000150  
LIT16100211  
Light Mini 2” Diameter  
Dual LED Daisy Chain  
Assembly  
LIT16000151  
LIT16100212  
Walfitting, Clear Lens Cap,  
Jumbo Spa Light, 5”  
7 LED 2” Light Daisy Chain  
with Stand-Off  
LIT16100153  
LIT16100214  
Red Lens Insert, Jumbo Spa  
Light  
Faceted Bullet Lens,  
Polycarbonate, UV Stable  
LIT16100155  
LIT16100215  
Silicone O-Ring for Lens  
LIT16100208  
Blue Lens Insert, Jumbo Spa  
Light  
LIT16100156  
Replacement Cabinet Panels  
The complete selection of replacement cabinets for  
all models is very extensive and too lengthy for this  
owner’s manual. See your Cal Spas deal to order  
replacement panels for your spa, or call 1-800-CAL-  
SPAS.  
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Covers  
Avalon Series  
A515/A526/A534  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
Classic Series  
CA-36/CBA-36/CD-46/CM-47/  
CA-50/CBA-50/CBA-64/CA-65  
84” X 64”  
ACC01200460  
93” X 93”  
ACC01200420  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
ACC01200461  
ACC01200464  
ACC01200466  
ACU02200500  
ACU02200501  
ACU02200502  
ACU02200499  
ACC01200421  
ACC01200422  
ACC01200423  
ACU02200260  
ACU02200261  
ACU02200266  
ACU02200267  
ACU02200262  
ACU02200263  
ACU02200264  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
A726 / A734 / A744  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
84” X 84”  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
ACC01200410  
ACC01200411  
ACC01200412  
ACC01200419  
ACU02200250  
ACU02200251  
ACU02200256  
ACU02200257  
CD-46  
93” OCTAGON  
ACC01200434  
ACC01200435  
ACC01200436  
ACC01200433  
ACU02200277  
ACU02200278  
ACU02200279  
ACU02200276  
ACU02200287  
ACU02200288  
ACU02200298  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Deluxe Gray  
A826 / A834 / A844 / A857  
Standard Rust  
93” X 93”  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
ACC01200420  
ACC01200421  
ACC01200422  
ACC01200423  
ACU02200260  
ACU02200261  
ACU02200266  
ACU02200267  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
Deluxe Gray  
CE-56  
96” x 135”  
Deluxe Slate  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
ACC01200440  
ACC01200441  
ACC01200444  
ACC01200445  
ACU02200280  
ACU02200281  
ACU02200285  
ACU02200286  
ACU02200282  
ACU02200283  
ACU02200284  
Deluxe Palomino  
A969L  
93” X 130”  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
ACC01200450  
ACC01200451  
ACC01200452  
ACC01200454  
ACU02200290  
ACU02200291  
ACU02200295  
ACU02200289  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Deluxe Gray  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
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CN-48/CN-63  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
93” x 130”  
ACC01200450  
CV-34  
84” X 93”  
ACC01200462  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
ACC01200451  
ACC01200452  
ACC01200454  
ACU02200290  
ACU02200291  
ACU02200295  
ACU02200289  
ACU02200296  
ACU02200297  
ACU02200299  
ACC01200463  
ACC01200465  
ACC01200467  
ACU02200510  
ACU02200511  
ACU02200512  
ACU02200509  
ACU02200513  
ACU02200514  
ACU02200515  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
CL-25  
64” x 84”  
Fitness Series  
F2400  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
ACC01200460  
ACC01200461  
ACC01200464  
ACC01200466  
ACU02200500  
ACU02200501  
ACU02200502  
ACU02200499  
ACU02200503  
ACU02200504  
ACU02200505  
96” x 169”  
Deluxe Rust  
ACU02200420  
ACU02200421  
ACU02200422  
ACU02200423  
ACU02200424  
ACU02200425  
ACU02200426  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
F2500  
93” x 206”  
Deluxe Rust  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
ACU02200400  
ACU02200401  
ACU02200402  
ACU02200406  
ACU02200403  
ACU02200404  
ACU02200405  
CP-34/CT-34/CP-48/  
CT-48/CP-63/CT-63  
84” x 84”  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
ACC01200410  
ACC01200411  
ACC01200412  
ACC01200419  
ACU02200250  
ACU02200251  
ACU02200256  
ACU02200257  
ACU02200252  
ACU02200253  
ACU02200254  
F4700  
96” x 202”  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Rust  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
ACU02200407  
ACU02200408  
ACU02200409  
ACU02200410  
ACU02200411  
ACU02200412  
ACU02200413  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
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Deluxe Rust  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Deluxe Teal  
ACU02200250  
ACU02200251  
ACU02200256  
ACU02200257  
ACU02200252  
ACU02200253  
ACU02200254  
Family II Series  
FII515B  
78” ROUND  
43” x 83”  
54” x 78”  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
Deluxe Navy  
Deluxe Hunter  
Deluxe Gray  
FII830/FII845  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
93” x 93”  
Deluxe Slate  
ACC01200420  
ACC01200421  
ACC01200422  
ACC01200423  
ACU02200260  
ACU02200261  
ACU02200266  
ACU02200267  
ACU02200262  
ACU02200263  
ACU02200264  
Deluxe Palomino  
Deluxe Teal  
Deluxe Navy  
Deluxe Hunter  
Deluxe Gray  
FII518B  
Deluxe Slate  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
Deluxe Palomino  
Deluxe Teal  
Deluxe Navy  
Deluxe Hunter  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Deluxe Teal  
Galaxy Series  
GX49  
93” x 93”  
Deluxe Rust  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
ACU02200260  
ACU02200261  
ACU02200266  
ACU02200267  
Deluxe Navy  
Deluxe Hunter  
FII520B  
Deluxe Rust  
Standard Gray  
ACC01200370  
ACC01200371  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
ACC01200373  
ACC01200374  
ACU02200210  
ACU02200211  
ACU02200216  
ACU02200217  
ACU02200212  
ACU02200213  
ACU02200214  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Deluxe Teal  
Deluxe Navy  
Deluxe Hunter  
FII730/FII745  
Standard Rust  
84” x 84”  
ACC01200410  
ACC01200411  
ACC01200412  
ACC01200419  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
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VX834B/L, VX848B/L, VX860B/L  
Standard Rust  
93” x 93”  
ACC01200420  
Victory Xtreme Series  
VX901  
72” x 72”  
ACC01200566  
Standard Gray  
ACC01200421  
ACC01200422  
ACC01200423  
ACU02200260  
ACU02200261  
ACU02200266  
ACU02200267  
ACU02200262  
ACU02200263  
ACU02200264  
Standard Rust  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
Standard Gray  
ACC01200567  
ACC01200568  
ACC01200559  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
FX624B  
76” x 84”  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
ACC01200406  
ACC01200407  
ACC01200508  
ACC01200509  
ACU02200362  
ACU02200363  
ACU02200367  
ACU02200358  
ACU02200372  
ACU02200373  
ACU02200374  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
VX724L  
78” x 84”  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
ACC01200520  
ACC01200521  
ACC01200522  
ACC01200523  
VX726B/L, VX740L  
Standard Rust  
Standard Gray  
Standard Slate  
Standard Palomino  
Deluxe Rust  
84” x 84”  
ACC01200410  
ACC01200411  
ACC01200412  
ACC01200419  
ACU02200250  
ACU02200251  
ACU02200256  
ACU02200257  
ACU02200252  
ACU02200253  
ACU02200254  
Deluxe Gray  
Deluxe Slate  
Deluxe Palomino  
Custom Teal  
Custom Navy  
Custom Hunter  
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Keeping Fit with your Spa  
IMPORTANT: Always consult your physician before starting any exercise activity or program. The Ultimate  
Fitness series spas feature rubber exercise bands. When stretched, these bands create a high tension condition.  
Improper use or failure to connect the exercise bands properly may cause injury. Always inspect all of the  
exercise equipment prior to beginning any exercise. Do not use any damaged equipment  
The fitness equipment consists of: two rowing arm bars, two 62” exercise bands, two 32” exercise bands, two  
27” exercise bands, two hand grips, two ankle bands, two hand loops, and an exercise belt. This equipment  
attaches to the exercise anchors located on the spa walls.  
Ultimate Fitness Series Exercise Program  
Refer to the equipment configurations shown on the next page for the following exercises.  
Seated Row  
Standing Shoulder Press  
Use the exercise bars in a seated position with your Using the exercise grips, place your palms facing  
feet stable, abs tight and lower back stable. Keep away from your body with your elbows bent at 90˚.  
your palms down, arms extended with elbows slightly Press upward bringing your hands together in front of  
bent. Pull towards your chest squeezing your shoulder you, above your head and slowly return to the start  
blades to the middle back and returning slowly to the position.  
starting position.  
Arm Curls  
Standing Chest Fly  
Using the exercise grips, place your hands face up with  
Using the exercise grips, place palms sideways facing your elbows slightly bent, pull upward towards your  
your body with your elbows slightly bent. Pull your chin squeezing and flexing your biceps then slowly  
body forward, bringing hands together, squeezing and return to start position.  
flexing chest muscles, then slowly returning to the  
starting position.  
Running or Walking  
Attach the exercise belt around your waist and attach  
the two 62” exercise bands to the far wall of the spa.  
Standing Chest Press  
Using the exercise grips, place your palms down with Turn on the two swim jets and walk or run into jet  
your elbows bent at 90˚. Press forward bringing your stream.  
hands together, squeezing and flexing your chest  
muscles, then slowly return to the start position.  
Leg Streching and Strength Training  
Attach an ankle band to your ankle and attach a 62”  
exercise band to any exercise anchor. Lift your leg to  
the side or back as the band provides tension.  
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Connecting the Exercise Equipment  
The drawings below show different ways the exercise  
kit can be connected depending on the exercises you  
wish to do.  
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U S  and Canada  
Portable Spas  
This limited warranty is effective for portable spas manufactured after November 24, 2008  
All Cal Spas portable spas are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time if  
delivery. This warranty becomes valid at time of purchase and ends either by specified time-frame listed above,  
owner-transfer, relocation, or installation of any component other than by manufacturer.  
This limited warranty is only valid on portable spas delivered in the United States and Canada. However, it does  
not apply to special offers and events and extends through the selling dealer to the original purchaser at the  
original site of installation. This warranty excludes Designer Series in-ground spas.  
Family series,  
Escape and Victory  
Xtreme spas  
Avalon, Classic,  
Fitness and  
Galaxy spas  
Spa Shell / Structural  
3 Years  
3 Years  
3 Years  
5 Years  
5 Years  
5 Years  
LMS warrants against the loss of water through the spa shell due to defects  
in materials and/or workmanship.  
Interior Surface – Altair Plus /Quarite Plus  
LMSwarrantsagainstcracks,blisters,peeling,discolorationanddelamination  
of Altair Plus / Quarite Plus interior surfaces.  
Interior Surface – Standard Acrylic / Quarite  
LMSwarrantsagainstcracks,blisters,peeling,discolorationanddelamination  
of standard acrylic/quarite interior surfaces.  
Equipment  
LMS warrants the spa’s electrical and electronic components, specifically:  
the control system, pumps and air blowers against malfunction due to  
defects in materials and/or workmanship.  
3 Years  
3 Years  
5 Years  
5 Years  
Plumbing  
LMS warrants all factory installed plumbing and Eliminator™ Plus Wet Ends  
from loss of water due to defects in material and/or workmanship.  
Cabinets  
LMS warrants Cal Premium™, Cal Select™ and Cal Stone™ panels against cracking and warping. Cabinet surface  
peeling, blistering, fading, or delamination are specifically excluded from this warranty for a period of three years.  
Electrical and Electronic Components  
LMS warrants stereos, DVD players, TVs and the LED light source one year.  
Components  
LMS warrants manufacturer-installed XL Heat Exchanger™ and Cal Zone Quest 2000 Ozonator™ against malfunction  
due to defects in materials and/or workmanship for the lifetime of the spa. After the original expressed spa warranty  
coverage from date of delivery has expired, lifetime warranty covers parts only. Specifically excludes replacement  
ozone cartridge, which has a one year warranty.  
Manufacturer Warranty  
Cal Spas electronic component warranty is extended through the manufacturer of the product including, but not  
limited to: televisions, stereos, DVD players, etc. Spa covers are warranted for one year by manufacturer unless  
otherwise specified.  
Warranty Performance  
In the event of a malfunction or defect covered under the terms of this warranty, the factory authorized selling  
dealer is responsible for performing all necessary repairs. To obtain service, contact the selling dealer. In the event  
the consumer is unable to obtain satisfactory customer service from the selling dealer, written notification must be  
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given to the LMS Customer Relations Department within  
30 days of the reported failure. There will be no charge  
for parts or labor on a covered item. However, the LMS  
Service Agent may assess a reasonable travel or mileage  
charge per service call, which may include diagnostic  
time. If LMS determines that repair of a covered item  
is not feasible, LMS reserves the right to replace the  
defective merchandise with merchandise equivalent or  
equal in value to the original merchandise. In the event  
of any warranty replacement, all removal, replacement,  
installation and shipping costs are the responsibility of  
the spa owner.  
Damage caused by direct sunlight. Spas should  
always be covered when not in use.  
Damage caused as a result of failure to follow  
operating instructions as defined within this owner’s  
manual.  
Damage caused by incorrect electrical installation,  
electrical brownout, voltage spikes, or operation of  
spa out of voltage range by more than ±10%.  
Spas improperly installed or placed on non-approved  
surfaces.  
Although shell cracks, which are breaks in the shell  
that go all the way through, are covered by this limited  
warranty, cosmetic scratches, gouges and crazing are not  
considered cracks and are not covered.  
Proration of Warranty  
Units determined by the Company to be non-repairable  
will be replaced on a prorated basis with the same or a  
comparable unit. The user will be charged one percent  
of the current retail cost for each full month of ownership  
from the date of purchase through the date failure is  
determined to be non-repairable. This charge will be  
waived during the first twelve months of ownership.  
The limited warranty applies only to spas normally used  
for personal, family or household purposes.  
For relocating your spa without voiding your warranty,  
contact Customer Service for relocation procedures.  
Replaceable service items such as filters, light bulbs,  
pillows, jet inserts, and filter covers are specifically  
excluded from the limited warranty.  
Warranty Limitations and Exclusions  
This warranty is void if the spa has been subject to  
negligence, alteration, misuse, abuse, repairs by  
non-LMS authorized personnel, incorrect electrical  
installation, installation of any component other than by  
the manufacturer, acts of God (including, but not limited  
to, acts of nature and surrounding environments), and  
any other cases beyond the control of LMS.  
Spa covers and stereo systems are delivered with their  
own manufacturer’s warranty. For more information,  
please see their warranties in the owner’s information  
package that was delivered with your spa for more  
information.  
Equipment adjustments (such as pressure switch  
adjustments) are specifically excluded from this  
warranty.  
Examples of common acts invalidating this warranty  
include, but are not limited to:  
Use of spa in a non-residential application.  
Scratches caused by normal use.  
Disclaimers  
This limited warranty is made with the express  
understanding that the spa is not an essential device or  
medical device as defined under State and Federal Law.  
LMS shall not be liable for loss of use of the spa or other  
incidental or consequential costs, expense or damages,  
which may include but are not limited to removal  
of permanent deck or other custom fixtures or the  
necessity for crane removal. Any implied warranty shall  
have duration equal of the applicable warranty stated  
above. Under no circumstances shall LMS or any of its  
representatives be held liable for injury to any person or  
damage to any property, however arising.  
Operation of spas water temperature out of the  
normal operating range of 32˚F (0°C) to 118˚F  
(47.8°C).  
Damage caused by incorrect water level (low,  
overflow, etc.).  
Damage caused by extreme weather conditions (hot,  
cold, etc.).  
Damage caused by dirt, sand and calcium.  
Damage caused by clogged filter cartridges. See filter  
cleaning recommendations in this owner’s manual.  
Damage caused by continued operation of this spa  
with either a known or an unknown problem.  
Legal Remedies  
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and  
you may have other rights, which may vary from state  
to state.  
Damage caused by tri-chlor, acids, chlorine tablets,  
any floating chemical devices, or any spa chemicals  
not authorized by LMS.  
Damage caused by improper water chemistry. (High  
levels of chlorine, bromine, calcium, pH and other  
excessive chemical levels.)  
Customer Service  
See your Cal Spas dealer for a copy of the applicable  
warranty, details, and any questions you may have  
regarding the warranty coverage on your spa.  
2009 Portable Spa  
LTR20091000, Rev. A  
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Cal Spas™ Chemicals  
2009 Portable Spa  
LTR20091000, Rev. A  
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Locating the product serial number  
The serial number of your spa is located on a metal plate attached to the  
lower right front panel of the spa.You will need this number to properly  
register your spa and activate coverage. Write this information in the space  
provided below.  
Spa Model: __________________________________________________  
Spa Serial Number: ___________________________________________  
Date Purchased: _____________________________________________  
Date Installed: _______________________________________________  
Dealer’s Phone Number: _______________________________________  
Dealer’s Address: _____________________________________________  
CONTACT INFORMATION  
LMS Customer Service Department  
1462 East Ninth Street  
Pomona, CA 91766.  
For customer service, please contact  
your authorized dealer immediately. If  
you need additional information and/or  
assistance, please contact:  
Toll Free: 1-800-CAL-SPAS  
Fax: 1-909-629-3890  
www calspas com  
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