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Basic Control Set-Up

The control set-up on your  spa is designed to give you fingertip control of the heater, air induction, and whirlpool/filter pump

and blower systems of your unit from inside or outside your spa.  Follow the basic control set-up described on page 9 to
familiarize yourself with the several functions of the control panels.

CAUTION

Do not turn on power to the spa unless it is filled with water to the normal water level, which is approximately  6"
below the spa rim (See water level mark on skimmer).   If the spa’s motor/pump is actuated when there is not sufficient
water in the unit, the circulation pump and heater could be irreparably damaged.  Not heeding this caution will nullify
the warranty.  In addition to damaging the unit, operating the spa with insufficient water could cause a fire.

Using a garden hose, fill the spa with water to the water
line at water level mark on skimmer.

At the house service panel, turn on the circuit breaker or
a switch that controls the electrical service to your spa.
Plug the line cord into a 115VAC 20 AMP receptacle.
(Make sure there is no other appliance on that circuit.)

Locate the HIGH TEMPERATURE SAFETY SWITCH,
which is a button on the end of the heater.  Push this
button to be sure it is in the reset mode.  The purpose of
this switch is to turn off the heater in case of excessive
heat in the heater housing.   If, for some reason, the
switch is tripped, the reset button must be pushed in the
heater to operate again after the water has cooled to
90

°

F.

Your spa is provided with a Ground Fault Circuit Inter-
rupter (GFCI) on the line cord.  At initial start-up (and at
least once a month thereafter), with power on, push the
test button located on the GFCI.  The reset button should
pop out.  Push this button in to reset.  If the interrupter fails
to operate in this manner, there is a ground current
flowing or a device malfunctioning, indicating the possi-
bility of electric shock.  Turn off power and do not use
the spa until the source of the breakdown has been
identified and corrected.

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ALEXA (Shown with heater exposed.)

OPERATION

HEATER RESET BOX

HINDGED
DOOR

TEST

RESET

RESET
BUTTON

TEST
BUTTON

TRIP
INDICATOR
LIGHT

DETAIL OF GFCI

Summary of Contents for Alexa

Page 1: ...Portable Whirlpool Spa Owner s Manual TM THE ALEXA...

Page 2: ...Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath does not recommend spa water temperatures in excess of 104 F Water temperatures in excess of 104 F and prolonged periods of use can raise the internal human body temperature ex...

Page 3: ...ool System Silent Air Induction Filtration Maintenance Water Quality and Water Chemistry Filtration Water Chemistry Disinfecting Balancing pH Balancing Total Alkalinity Water Quality Definitions Water...

Page 4: ...th integrated electric heater filter skimmer and whirlpool system The 60 X 72 spa includes a factory installed wood skirt and foam insulation around the spa shell to ensure better heat retention SIDE...

Page 5: ...he remaining plastic sheet attached to the top of the spa shell to keep the shell clean and free from debris during installation Remove the rigid spa cover which is located on top of the spa Lift the...

Page 6: ...y above the spa If lighting is located within 5 feet of the spa it must be on a circuit protected by a GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Inter rupter Electrical Requirements Your Alexa as it comes from the fa...

Page 7: ...type although it can also be used indoors having a ratingof20AMPSfor1HPwiththerequired20AMPreceptacle and plug configuration This kind of timer is typically plugged into the house receptacle and the...

Page 8: ...tion Refer to Operating Instructions Refer to Water Quality section of the Operating Instruc tions Test for water quality then add treatment chemi cals to ensure proper levels 8 Select WHIRLPOOL on th...

Page 9: ...ical service to your spa Plug the line cord into a 115VAC 20 AMP receptacle Make sure there is no other appliance on that circuit Locate the HIGH TEMPERATURE SAFETY SWITCH which is a button on the end...

Page 10: ...turn off The water temperature will rise at a rate of about 2 F per hour depending on the temperature of the air surrounding the spa This rate will necessitate a waiting period before using the spa th...

Page 11: ...lter pump should be run at least one hour per day to allow filtration of the water and to maintain water clarity Select the FILTER mode and run the filter each day If the HEATER FILTER mode is selecte...

Page 12: ...proce dure of the Installation Instructions Add a disinfectant to the water on a regular basis to help controltheamountofbacteria algaeandorganicmaterials Such bacterial contaminants if not controlle...

Page 13: ...r chlorine product that is inexpensive and effective but not recommended because WATER QUALITY DEFINITIONS Balancing Total Alkalinity Total alkalinity is the measure of base materials in the water The...

Page 14: ...soak the cartridge in a plastic pail containing a commercial filter cleaning solution available from your Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath dealer or most pool supply stores Follow the manufacturer s instruction...

Page 15: ...e Follow the instructions for use and care provided with the spa cover CAUTION While the spa cover is rigid it is not designed to support any weight Therefore as a safety precaution and to preserve th...

Page 16: ...ches before cleaning then refill to normal level Repairs to the Acrylic Minor scratches which do not penetrate the color finish acrylic can be removed with 600 grit wet dry sandpaper Restore the gloss...

Page 17: ...peration in FILTER mode B Plugged strainers C Dirty filter D Suction of discharge line partially plugged E Pump running at subnormal Speed F Worn or damaged pump seal G Malfunctioning safety suction v...

Page 18: ...lve E Damaged or worn motor bearings F Impeller rubbing inside case A Worn or damaged pump seal A OFF mode selected B House circuit breaker tripped or in off position C GFCI tripped D Improper or defe...

Page 19: ...c appliance rated at 120 min 1600 max watts a hair dryer or toaster will do Plug the appliance into one receptacle and turn it on take a voltage meter reading from the adjacent receptacle If the volta...

Page 20: ...ally available on a national basis for products of this type It is the responsibility of the installer owner to determine specific local code compliance prior to installation of the product Jacuzzi Wh...

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