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2003 3 3 3 M O D E L Y E A R M O D E L Y E A R M O D E L Y E A R M O D E L Y E A R OWNER’S MANUAL OWNER’S MANUAL...
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ RECORD OF OWNERSHIP N N N N ________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________ ________________________________ ________________________________ ____________ ____________ A A A A ________________________________ _________________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ _________ _________ _________ DDRESS DDRESS DDRESS DDRESS C C C C ___________________ S S S S ___________________ ____ ____ Z Z Z Z _________...
____________________________________________________________________________________________ TABLE TABLE TABLE TABLE OF OF CONTENTS CONTENTS CONTENTS CONTENTS Introduction / Important Safety Instructions ..............4-6 Electrical Installation Requirements ..................7 Wiring Schematic.........................8 Site Preparation / General Guidelines..................9 Initial Start-Up Procedure ....................10 Glossary of Spa Terms .......................11 Spa Operating Procedures - SE EXETER SE/CAPE COD SE MODELS ..........12-14, 17-18 Spa Operating Procedures - 2 Pump System and Circ Systems EAST HAMPTON/PORTSMOUTH/EXETER/CAPE COD ......
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It’s time to relax! You now have your very own portable spa by Master Spas, Inc. By fully understanding the operation of each of the features of your new Down East Spa you will be assured of many years of hassle-free, hot water therapy and fun.
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ body be drawn into these fittings, turn off the spa immediately. As a precaution, long hair should not be allowed to float in the spa. 7. Install spa so that water can be easily drained out of compartment containing electrical components so as not to damage equipment.
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ g. Children’s body temperature can increase more rapidly than adults in the same water with elevated temperatures (above 99° F). Children should spend less time in water above body temperature than adults. h. The use of a spa while under the influence of alcohol, drugs and/or medication may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.
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All Down East Spa equipment packs are wired for 240 VAC only. The only electrical supply for your spa must include a 50 AMP switch or circuit breaker to open all non-grounded supply conductors to comply with section 422- 20 of the National Electrical Code.
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Total load may be as much as 75 pounds per square foot. Your Down East Spa dealer should be consulted or you should speak with a qualified contractor or your local building department. Be sure to locate your spa so that equipment remains above grade and not subject to flooding.
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Pump locations vary depending on model of spa. 4) Be sure drain fitting is fully closed. 5) Fill your new Down East Spa with water. We recommend using the ECO PUR Charcoal Pre-Filter which gives you much cleaner water to start your spa. Fill to waterline, which is approximately three inches above bottom of filter/skimmer opening.
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Several user programmable functions are also available. JETS - Your new Down East Spa features a variety of jet styles. All jets, regardless of style, return the water to the spa. Air is mixed with the water creating a gentle to vigorous massage, adjusted by simply turning the outer face of the jet.
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ EXETER EXETER SE SE SE SE/CAPE /CAPE COD COD SE SE SE SE MODELS MODELS EXETER EXETER /CAPE /CAPE MODELS MODELS PORTSMOUTH SE/WINDSOR PORTSMOUTH SE/WINDSOR SE SE SE SE PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH SE/WINDSOR SE/WINDSOR (3 (3 (3 (3 S S S S /SE) ) ) ) PUMP PUMP...
FILTRATION FILTRATION Your Down East Spa is designed to automatically filter twice each day on low speed through the pump. The first cycle will begin six minutes after the spa is energized. The second daily cycle will begin twelve (12) hours later. Each filter cycle is preset at two (2) hours.
____________________________________________________________________________________________ STEREO MODELS AVAILABLE ON THE STEREO MODELS AVAILABLE ON THE STEREO MODELS AVAILABLE ON THE STEREO MODELS AVAILABLE ON THE EAST HAMPTON EAST HAMPTON EAST HAMPTON EAST HAMPTON / / / / P P P P OR ORTSMOUTH/WINDSOR TSMOUTH/WINDSOR/E /E /E /EXETER/CAPE COD XETER/CAPE COD(2 pump Systems) (2 pump Systems) and TSMOUTH/WINDSOR...
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FILTRATION FILTRATION Your Down East Spa is designed to automatically filter twice each day on low speed through the pump. The first cycle will begin six minutes after the spa is energized. The second daily cycle will begin twelve (12) hours later. Each filter cycle is preset at two (2) hours.
____________________________________________________________________________________________ Note: Spas equipped w/circ pump will only purge for 5 minutes 2 times a day as circ pump will perform filtration. The filter cycle duration settings will be redundant. TO PROGRAM FILTER CYCLE: • Press “Temp” • Then press the first “Jets” button to the right of display •...
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ LCD ERROR ERROR INDICATOR INDICATOR ERROR ERROR INDICATOR INDICATOR Your LCD will readout the following if any problems are detected: MESSAGE MEANING ACTION REQUIRED No message on display. The control panel will be disabled until Power has been cut off to power returns.
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ sensor that is plugged or service organization. (May appear into the Sensor “B” temporarily in an overheat situation and jack is not working. disappear when the heater cools.) Sensors are out of balance. If the problem persists, contact your dealer If alternating with spa or service organization.
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ BAR HARBOR/MYSTIC HARBOR/MYSTIC HARBOR/MYSTIC HARBOR/MYSTIC (1 pump Systems) (1 pump Systems) (1 pump Systems) (1 pump Systems) NITIAL TART When your spa is first energized, it will go into Priming mode. Indicated by Pr. The Priming mode will last for less than 5 minutes and then the spa will begin to heat the spa and maintain the water temperature in the Standard mode.
____________________________________________________________________________________________ Mode is changed by pressing the “Temp” button, then pressing the “Light“ button. Temp Set (80°F - 104°F / 26°C - 40°C) The start-up temperature is set at 100°F/37.5°C. The Standard Mode is programmed to maintain the last measured temperature is constantly displayed on desired the LCD.
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ LCD ERROR ERROR ERROR INDICATOR ERROR INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR Your LCD will readout the following if any problems are detected: MESSAGE MEANING ACTION REQUIRED No message on display. The control panel will be disabled until Power has been cut off to power returns.
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ A significant difference Check water level in spa. Refill if temperature sensors necessary. If the water level is okay, make has been detected. sure the pumps have been primed. If this could indicate a problem persists, contact your dealer or flow problem.
• Remove filter element(s). • With a garden hose, spray each element under pressure. Periodically, the elements need to be soaked in a filter cleaner compound. Check with your Down East Spa dealer for details on cleaning and/or filter replacement recommendations on the Portsmouth, Exeter, Cape Cod, and Providence models;...
____________________________________________________________________________________________ • Be sure to remove any debris from between filter pleats. • Replace filter elements. • Be sure water level is adequate. • Turn spa on and refer to “Initial Start-Up Procedure” with any questions. LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT BULB BULB BULB BULB REPLACEMENT...
____________________________________________________________________________________________ WINTERIZING YOUR SPA WINTERIZING YOUR SPA WINTERIZING YOUR SPA WINTERIZING YOUR SPA Many people find they enjoy using their spa more in the winter than any other time. Your spa is designed to be used year round in any type of climate. However, if you decide you don’t want to use your spa in the winter, you must drain it and follow the winterizing steps listed below: NOTE: FAILURE TO WINTERIZE YOUR SPA COULD CAUSE...
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____________________________________________________________________________________________ GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL CHEMICAL CHEMICAL CHEMICAL CHEMICAL MA MAINTENANCE INTENANCE INTENANCE INTENANCE GUIDELINES GUIDELINES GUIDELINES GUIDELINES There are certain variables to proper chemical application in spas. This information, as it states, is to be used as a general guideline. Your spa dealer or service center will assist you with properly detailed recommendations and instructions.
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Please consult your dealer. NOTE: IF YOU HAVE READ THROUGH YOUR SPA CARE MAINTENANCE SECTION TO THIS POINT, “GO TO THE HEAD OF THE CLASS!” YOU ARE GOING TO ENJOY MANY HAPPY, PROBLEM-FREE YEARS OF ENJOYMENT IN YOUR DOWN EAST SPA. __________________________________________________________________________________________ 28...
____________________________________________________________________________________________ TROUBLE TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLE TROUBLE SHOOTING SHOOTING SHOOTING / / / / PROBLEM PROBLEM PROBLEM SOLVING PROBLEM SOLVING SOLVING SOLVING Symptom Symptom Solution Solution Symptom Symptom Solution Solution System not operating- a) Check circuit breaker in panel box. b) Check GFCI. If GFCI has been tripped, reset. If it trips repeatedly, locate cause of problem or consult your dealer.
____________________________________________________________________________________________ ™ ™ ™ ™ SPECIAL SPECIAL SPECIAL SPECIAL NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE ECO PUR™ water purification system is designed to reduce the use of conventional sanitizers. You may still be required, periodically, based on usage to add a small amount of chlorine to oxidize organic compounds.
____________________________________________________________________________________________ WATER WATER QUALITY WATER WATER QUALITY QUALITY QUALITY MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE START START START- - - - UP START ECO PUR® PUR® W W W W P P P P S S S S PUR® PUR® ATER ATER URIFICATION URIFICATION YSTEM...
____________________________________________________________________________________________ THE ADVANTAGES ADVANTAGES OF ADVANTAGES ADVANTAGES ECO P P P P UR® UR® UR® UR® MINERAL MINERAL MINERAL MINERAL PURIFICATION PURIFICATION PURIFICATION PURIFICATION Completely destroys most bacteria, pathogens, algae, and fungi, protecting you from disease. • Removes heavy metals like lead and mercury from water to reduce the risk of skin absorption. •...
____________________________________________________________________________________________ WATER WATER QUALITY WATER WATER QUALITY QUALITY QUALITY MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE ♦ EVERY DAY – filter the spa a minimum of 4-6 hours. If the spa is equipped with 24 hour circulating pump, you will not need to adjust filter time. ♦...
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