Watkins Solana Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual

6666during use of the spa. Read and follow the WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES thoroughly!The following contains important spa information, a

777choose can support the weight of your filled spa.• It is highly recommended that a carpet remnant, carpet pad or rubber mat be cut to the footprint

Your Solana®Spa Dealer can help you with local information such as zoning regulations and building codes. CAUTION: Do not install the spa on a heated

9999spa’s limited warranty. If you install the spa outdoors, we recommend a reinforced concrete pad at least four inches thick. The reinforcing rod or

10101010REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT ACCESS PANEL• Replace the front access panel - Position the left side of the front panel at a 45° angle tucking the u

SPA LEVELING INSTRUCTIONSApproved Shim Material 1/4” to 1/2” (0.5 cm to 1.5 cm) thick, cut into 2” x 4” (5 cm x 10 cm rectangles):• Cedar Shingles • E

1212121234.8"30.0"30.0"21"69.5"17.0"28.5"24.0"UPSIDE DOWN VIEW OF SPADOOR SIDEELECTRICAL CUTOUT34.3"31&qu

13131313ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND PRECAUTIONSGENERAL INFORMATIONIMPORTANT: On Canadian spas, CSA requirements for Canadian spas do not allow the spa

• Converted (hard-wired) 115 volt, 30 amp – A minimum 30 amp circuit breaker in the house breaker panel, #10 AWG or largerwire (including the ground w

CONVERTED 115 VOLT, 30 AMP CONFIGURATIONCONVERSION INSTRUCTIONSNOTE: An Authorized Solana®Spa Technician must perform the conversion.1. Disconnect pow

Watkins Manufacturing CorporationOwner’s ManualThis Owner’s Manual will acquaint you with your new spa’s operation and general maintenance. We suggest

30 AMP SUB-PANEL WIRING INSTRUCTIONSNOTE: The sub-panel must be placed within 100 feet of the main electrical service panel, and between 5 and 50 feet

5. Inside the control panel, locate the terminal block (TB-1).6. Remove existing power cord.7. Connect the #10 AWG, BLACK wire from the sub-panel 30 a

18NOTE:- Jumpers are located in top rightcorner of Control Box labeled P4“Config Jumpers”- To Change from fahrenheit to celsius remove jumper on JP

50 AMP (OPTIONAL) SUB-PANEL WIRING INSTRUCTIONSNOTE: The sub-panel must be placed within 100 feet of the main electrical service panel, and between 5

202020202020TX SPA SPECIFICATIONSHORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: . . .67” x 67” (170 cm x 170 cm)HEIGHT (without cover): . . . . . . . .29” (74 cm)EFFECTIVE

212121212144443521TX EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT VIEW1. 1.0 kW Heater2. Spa Drain Valve3. Electrical Control Box4. Compression Unions5. Jet Pump(Wavemaste

222222222222RX SPA SPECIFICATIONSHORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: . . .78” (198 cm.) dia. roundHEIGHT (without cover): . . . . . . . .33” (83.8 cm)EFFECTIVE F

23232323RX EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT VIEW1. 1.0 kW Heater2. Spa Drain Valve3. Electrical Control Box4. Compression Unions5. Jet Pump(Wavemaster®4000)

2424242424SX SPA SPECIFICATIONSHORIZONTAL DIMENSIONS: . . .78” (198 cm.) squareHEIGHT (without cover): . . . . . . . .33” (83.8 cm)EFFECTIVE FILTER

25252525SX EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT VIEW1. 1.0 kW Heater2. Spa Drain Valve3. Electrical Control Box4. Compression Unions5. Jet Pump(Wavemaster®6000)6.

PURCHASE INFORMATIONDATE PURCHASED: ____________________________________________DATE INSTALLED: ______________________________________________DEALER:

2626262626III. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSSTART-UP AND REFILL PROCEDURESYour Solana®spa has been thoroughly tested during the manufacturing process to ensu

272727273. The jet pump, heating system and all internal plumbing will achieve a partial prime as the spa is filled. To check the operation of thejet

2828282828OPERATION NOTES:1. The Solana®spa is equipped with a 10-minute Tranquil Mode timer delay on the heating/maintenance mode. Whenever the highs

29292929Under normal conditions, the heater and low-speed cycle will run 2-4 times per day for approximately 20 minutes per cycle. If theambient tempe

3030303030the filter Icon will blink for the remaining filter cycle time. Should the temperature cool down to 1.5 degrees Fbelow the set point before

31Temp Up (▲) & Temp Down (▼) buttons together for 3 seconds again.LOCKING FEATURESThe locking features, TEMPERATURE LOCK and SPA LOCK, are enable

3232323232SERVICE NOTE: A slow or non-moving Moto-Massage jet may indicate that the filter cartridge pores are obstructed with dirt, bodyoils, or calc

3333TO TEST THE GFCI:Before each use, with the spa operating, push the TEST button (located on the front of the GFCI). The GFCI breaker should trip to

3434SPA CONTROL PANELA. JETS BUTTON: Use the JETS button to activate the jet pump. Pushing theJETS button once will activate the jet pump on lowspeed.

3535D. TEMPERATURE CONTROLS: The set temperature range is from 80°F to 104°F (27°C to 40°C). The temperature of any setting mayrise slightly depending

I. SAFETY INFORMATIONImportant Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Important Spa Information . . . . . . . .

363636363636IV. SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCEYour Solana®spa is manufactured from the highest quality, most durable materials available. Even so, the spa c

5. Remove the filter cartridge and clean as required (see the Filter Maintenance section).6. Replace the filter cartridge.7. Close the drain valve and

38383838385. Remove the filter retainer and cartridge.SERVICE NOTE: Never remove the filter standpipe. Debris may find its way into the internal plumb

3939393939IMPORTANT: Some surface cleaners contain eye and skin irritants. Keep all cleaners out of the reach of children and use care whenapplying.SP

40404040402. Rinse off the underside of the cover with water only (do not use soap), and wipe it clean with a dry rag.3. To condition the cover after

4141414141CARE OF THE SPA PILLOW (AVAILABLE ON TX & SX SPAS)The spa pillows will provide years of comfort if treated with care. The pillows have b

4242424242LONG TIME PERIODS (5-14 DAYS):PRIOR TO LEAVING:1. At least one day before you leave, set the temperature to 80°F (27°C).IMPORTANT NOTE: Spa

43434343434. To ensure the internal plumbing has drained completely and to remove any water that may be remaining in the jet pump, awet/dry shop vac c

4444444444V. WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCEIt’s important to have clean water. Water maintenance is one of the least understood, yet most important are

4545454545METHODS FOR TESTING THE SPA WATER Accurate water testing and analysis is an important part of effectively managing your spa water. You must

I. SAFETY INFORMATIONIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSREAD AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONSAVOIDING THE RISK TO CHILDRENDANGER:• RISK OF CHILD DROWNING. Extrem

4646464646• Follow the emergency advice on the product label in case of accidental contact, or if the chemical is swallowed. Call a doctor orthe local

4747474747THE SOLANA®SPA WATER MAINTENANCE PROGRAMEach step in your water maintenance program is dependent on the completion of the previous steps. Om

484848E. Once the TA is balanced,it normally remainsstable, although theaddition of more waterwith a high or lowalkalinity will raise orlower the TA r

4949494949Calcium helps control the corrosive nature of the spa’s water. That’s why calcium-low water (commonly known as “soft” water) isnot recommend

5050505050SOLANA®WATER TREATMENT GUIDEAt spa startup or refillFollow spa Start-Up and Refill Procedures.NOTE: Use the FreshStart®10,000pre-filter when

5151515151• Scale will form on the spa shell surface and the equipment.• The water may become cloudy.• The filter cartridge pores may become obstructe

5252525252• Monopersulfate (MPS)• FreshWater Ag+®Silver Ion PurifierFreshStart®10,000Pre-filter is used when filling a spa for the first time or at re

5353535353FRESHWATERAg+®SILVER ION PURIFIER REPLACEMENTINSTRUCTIONSWhen replacing the Silver Ion Purifer (every four months), it is highly recommended

5454545454Question: What happens if I do not add the weekly non-chlorine oxidizer treatment?Answer: The contaminants in the water may coat the silver

5555555555dichlor) for sanitizing the water. Sodium dichlor is preferred because it is totally soluble, dissolves quickly and is nearly pH neutral.C.

2222AVOIDING THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTIONDANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION• Connect only to a grounded source.• Do not bury the power cord. A buried power co

5656565656• The User Load of the spa is the number of times anyone enters the spa. • The Usage Time is simply the amount of time a user spends in the

swimming apparel, which retains soap after washing.Foam inhibitors can suppress foam, but cannot remove soap from the water. Soap is very difficult to

5858585858584. Place 16 ounces of whitevinegar into a containersuch as a cup or bucket.Place the container on theequipment compartmentfloor. NOTE: Whi

5959595959• DON’T splash pH increaser additives on the siding.• DON’T use Compressed Sanitizers.The use of bromine sticks or tablets in floaters, whic

606060606060viruses, bacteria or algae to grow. 2. Floaters tend to stay in one area of the spa most of the time (usually over the cool down seat), ca

6161616161Bromamines: Compounds formed when bromine combines with nitrogen from body oils, urine, perspiration, etc. Unlike chloramines,bromamines hav

626262626262Sanitizer: Sanitizers are added and maintained at recommended residuals to protect bathers against pathogenic organisms which cancause dis

63636363634. If, upon checking the main house breaker, you find no failures, the heater high-limit thermostat should be checked. Tripping of theheater

646464Manual for more information.The FreshWater®III high output ozonator WILL NOT operate when the high speed of the jet pump is on.• During the high

65any operation of the spa other than in accordance with Watkins Manufacturing Corporation printed instructions, or use of the spa in anapplication fo

333the terminal box that is provided for this purpose if in accordance with National Electrical Code ANSI/NMFPA70-1993.• Do not permit any electrical

6666GENERAL OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEEntire spa is inoperativeSpa heat and jets off, lightoperatesDisplay reads_ . _ . _ . _)Jets weak or surgin

6767676767SPA WATER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDECloudy WaterWater OdorChlorine OdorMusty Odor• Dirty filters• Excessive oils / organic matter• Im

WATKINS MANUFACTURING CORPORATIONVISTA, CALIFORNIAUSAThis manual contains installation, operating, maintenance and service informationfor the followin

4444INCREASED SIDE EFFECTS OF MEDICATION• The use of drugs, alcohol or medication before or during spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possib

555WARNING:The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs and spas.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJ