Jacuzzi J - 270, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ... Circ Pump Main Pump Transformer 230 VAC J4 HI LO JP1 4 2 3 1 6 5 8 7 J20 J21 J12 J14 J16 J11 J15 J13 J17 J7 J8 J9 J10 J5 J6 Heater IN Heater OUT F1 K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K7 K8 BLK WHT BRN BRN BLU U BRN BRN BLK BLU BRN BLU BRN J1 Control LED Series Hot Tub Owner s Manual J 270 J 280 Models 2530 277 Rev A ...

Page 2: ... as defined by the Association of Pool And Spa Professionals USA pH 7 4 7 6 Free Chlorine 3 0 4 0 ppm Free Bromine 2 0 4 0 ppm Total Alkalinity 100 120 ppm Calcium Hardness 150 250 ppm Always maintain your spas filter as outlined below to ensure healthy spa water Refer page 30 Water Quality Maintenance for additional information Required Filter Maintenance Your new spa is equipped with an advanced...

Page 3: ...ing Water Temperature 19 9 2 Activate Jet Pumps 19 9 3 Standard Light Operation 19 9 4 Optional Multi Colored LED Light System Operation 20 9 5 Adjusting Individual Jet Flow 21 9 6 Selecting Desired Massage Action 21 9 7 Air Controls 21 10 0 Automatic Filtration Cycles 21 10 1 Standard Filtration Heating Modes For Models without Circulation Pump Option 22 10 2 Standard Filtration Heating Modes For...

Page 4: ...1 13 2 Panel Displays COL 31 13 3 Panel Displays ICE 31 13 4 Panel Displays SN1 32 13 5 Panel Displays SN2 32 13 6 Panel Flashes FL1 or FL2 Spas without Circulation Pump Option 32 13 7 Panel Flashes FL1 or FL2 Spas with Circulation Pump Option 32 13 8 Panel Displays OH 33 13 9 Panel Displays 33 14 0 Troubleshooting Procedures 33 14 1 None of the Components Operate e g Pump Light 33 14 2 Pump Does ...

Page 5: ... 0 FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions ...

Page 6: ...ngs or the pump be sure that the flow rates are compatible Never operate the spa if the suction fit tings are broken or missing Never replace a suction fitting with one rated less than the flow rate marked on the original suction fitting 5 Danger Risk of Electric Shock Install at least 5 feet 1 5m from all metal surfaces As an alternative a spa may be installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if e...

Page 7: ...hol drugs or medication before or during spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning 13 Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease low or high blood pressure circulatory system problems diabetes infectious diseases or immune deficiency syndromes should consult a physician before using a spa If you experience breathing difficul ties in association ...

Page 8: ... shock connect the local common bonding grid in the area of the spa to these terminals with an insu lated or bare copper conductor not smaller than No 6 AWG 10 mm2 4 All field installed metal components such as rails ladders drains or other similar hardware within 10 feet 3m of the spa shall be bonded to the equipment grounding buss with copper conductors not smaller than No 6 AWG 10 mm2 5 SAVE TH...

Page 9: ...e hyperthermia A descrip tion of the causes symptoms and effects of hyperthermia are as fol lows Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98 6 F 37 C The symptoms of hyperthermia include drowsiness lethargy and an increase in the internal temperature of the body The effects of hyperthermia include A Unawarene...

Page 10: ...t unless such appliances are built in by the manufacturer 7 Proper chemical maintenance of spa water is necessary to maintain safe water and prevent possible damage to spa compo nents 8 Use the straps and clip tie downs to secure the cover when not in use This will help to discourage unsupervised children from enter ing the spa and keep the spa cover secure in high wind conditions There is no repr...

Page 11: ...orced concrete slab with a minimum thickness of 4 inches 10cm Wood decking is also acceptable provided it is constructed so that it meets the requirements outlined above The spa must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage away from it Placing the spa in a depression without provisions for proper drainage could allow rain overflow and other casual water to flood the equipment and crea...

Page 12: ...ve in place mea sures to sufficiently handle excessive water spillage Be sure the flooring in which the spa rests on has adequate drainage and can handle the entire contents of the spa Be sure to make provisions for ceilings and other structures that may be below the spas instal lation Areas around your spa can become wet or moist so all floor ing and subsequent furniture walls and adjacent struct...

Page 13: ...d to allow your new spa to accept an electrical service other than the factory 50 Amp operation setting Note Refer to pages 35 36 for circuit board configura tion details or contact your authorized Jacuzzi dealer All J 270 J 280 Models 60Hz 240V 40A 240V 50A 240V 60A Voltage 240 VAC 240 VAC 240 VAC of Wires 3 3 3 Frequency 60Hz 60Hz 60Hz Current Draw 26A 36A 45A Circuit Breaker 40A 2 Pole 50A 2 Po...

Page 14: ...re size required refer to section 5 0 Power Requirements page 9 Wire size must be appropriate per NEC USA and or local codes We recommend type THHN wire All wiring must be copper to ensure proper connections Do not use aluminum wire When using wire larger than 6 10mm2 add a junction box near the spa and reduce to short lengths of 8 8 4mm2 wire to connect to the spa 4 The electrical supply for this...

Page 15: ...nstall the cabinet side panels Congratulations You are now all set to get your new spa ready to use Simply follow this step by step procedure below before long you will be enjoying your first glorious experience in your Jacuzzi J 200 spa Figure B Control Box 1 Terminal Block 2 Bonding Lug 3 Grounding Terminal TB1 3 2 1 7 8 3 6 2 2 Figure A Equipment Area 1 Control Box 2 Power Supply Inlet s 3 2 Sp...

Page 16: ...pa cleaner Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer for additional information prior to filling spa Remove filter cover then remove filter cartridge as outlined in sec tion 11 1 page 25 2 Fill Spa Place the end of your garden hose into the empty filter bucket CAUTION Never fill with water from a water softener If your water is extremely hard it is preferable to fill half way with hard water and the ...

Page 17: ...on procedure steps 9 15 on page 14 16 Note the decontamination procedure steps 9 15 should also be used after the spa has been Winterized section 11 7 page 28 or has been sitting without power for an extended period 7 Set Spa To Heat To warm spa water to a comfortable temperature follow these steps The LED display on the control panel displays the actual temperature of the spa water Press either t...

Page 18: ...ate the heater Setting the thermostat at maximum will not accelerate the heating process This will only result in a higher ultimate temperature The heater operates until the water reaches the programmed set temperature then turns off The heater will reactivate after the water cools to approximately 1 5 below the set temperature Important Heater Details The maximum water temperature setting for you...

Page 19: ...UTION Never fill with water from a water softener If your water is extremely hard it is preferable to fill half way with hard water and the rest of the way with softened water Or you may fill entirely with hard water if you use a special water additive available from your authorized Jacuzzi dealer 13 Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer for chemical recommenda tions then add chemicals to spa wat...

Page 20: ... sanitizer levels are stable If sanitizer levels are stable your spa is ready for use To ensure healthy water conditions always maintain a constant sani tizer reading within the levels recommended by the Association of Pool And Spa Professionals USA printed on the inside cover of this manual If sanitizer levels are not stable at this time it will be neces sary to repeat this procedure in its entir...

Page 21: ... lighting system Turns underwater light and top rim accent lights on in one of three random modes or one of seven solid colors Refer to section 9 4 page 20 for details F Warmer Button Increases water temperature set point G Cooler Button Decreases water temperature set point Operation Details Temperature Adjustment 65 to 104 F 18 to 40 C Factory default setting is 100 F 38 C Standard light system ...

Page 22: ...ludes incadescent light 8a Optional LED lighting system includes LED footwell light 8a and multiple led accents lights 8b 9 Heater Return Gravity Drain 10 Filter lid with one underlying filter cartridge 11 Optional audio system speakers 4 ea and AM FM CD stereo deck 1 ea located on front spa skirt J 280 model illustrated Jet locations and features will vary by model 1 8b 2 11 3 3 3 4 11 5 6 3 4 4 ...

Page 23: ...Setting Water Temperature The spa s thermostat provides optimum control of water temperature The temperature set point set temperature can be adjusted from 65 104 F 18 40 C To raise the set temperature press the WARMER button To lower the set temperature press the COOLER button Note The first press of either WARMER or COOLER button displays the set temperature 9 2 Activate Jet Pumps The control pa...

Page 24: ... white color Light Operation Tips You must press the light button within 3 seconds of any off condition or the light sequence will revert back to Random Fade mode when reactivated Any time the spa light is manually acti vated it will remain on for 1 hour then automatically shut off RANDOM FADE RANDOM SOLID STROBE Press Once Lights display hunderds of colors in 5 6 second intervals Lights display d...

Page 25: ...mounts of water flowing through it For optimum filtration benefits always leave this valve in position A when the spa is covered and select positions B or C for maximum jet performance during spa use 9 7 Air Controls Certain jet systems have their own air control Each control introduces air into the water lines that supply that specific jet group Simply turn the air control of choice counterclockw...

Page 26: ...on as needed After the programmed set temperature is reached the heater turns off and the circulation pump continues to oper ate 24 hours to filter and clean your spa 10 3 Economy Filtration Heating Modes All Models Economy filtration heating modes F4 F6 are typically selected by customers in warm climates where heat up times are minimized due to higher ambient temperatures In either of these mode...

Page 27: ...tration heating per day one 2 hour cycle every 8 hours F6 8 hours of filtration heating per day one 2 hour cycle every 6 hours Lock Modes L1 L2 L1 Lock Out disables all spa functions to permit filter cleaning L2 Lock Mode disables the jets and light buttons to pre vent unauthorized use of spa Filtration heating cycle will continue to operate as programmed in this mode The temperature display flash...

Page 28: ...30 minute cycle every twelve hours F5 1 5 hours of filtration heating per day one 30 minute cycle every eight hours F6 2 hours of filtration heating per day one 30 minute cycle every six hours Lock Modes L1 L2 L1 Lock Out disables all spa functions to permit filter cleaning L2 Lock Mode disables the jets and light buttons to pre vent unauthorized use of spa Filtration heating cycle will continue t...

Page 29: ...ated during spa use Combined both filters provide unsurpassed water quality by trapping surface oils and suspended particles To ensure optimum performance clean and reuse the skimmer bag and filter cartridge once a month or as necessary depending on use ALWAYS TURN POWER TO SPA OFF BEFORE CLEANING THE SKIMMER BAG AND FILTER CARTRIDGE Refer to steps A J below for complete filter cleaning replacemen...

Page 30: ...ard to the handle Repeat until all pleats are clean H I J Lift unthreaded filter cartridge from skimmer well Install clean skimmer bag back onto the filter cover clips as shown Install filter cover by sliding it down into position over mating spa retainer clips Turn spa power back on after skimmer cover is installed Inside Spa View Inside Spa View Filter Cover Back View J Trapped Air Bubbles Subme...

Page 31: ...tight DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN 6 Coil drain hose up and place back inside the spa equipment bay Figure A 7 Reinstall synthetic cabinet door and screws then refer to the Spa Fill Up Procedure page 12 WARNING READ THIS BEFORE DRAINING To prevent damage to the spa s components turn off power to the spa at the circuit breaker before draining it Do not turn the power back on until your spa has been refilled ...

Page 32: ...i insulating spa cover anytime the spa is not in use will significantly reduce your operating costs heat up time and maintenance requirements To prolong the life of the cover handle it with care and clean it regularly using mild soap and water Periodic treatments with a special conditioner developed for Jacuzzi spa covers will help protect against deterioration caused by UV rays from the sun Never...

Page 33: ...anel and locate the drain plugs on the front of the pump s Figure A page 11 Remove plugs to allow water to drain out of pumps and heater Note Approximately one to two gallons will be released during this procedure Use a wet dry vacuum or other means to keep this from flooding the equipment compartment Replace the drain plugs 6 Re install synthetic cabinet side panel and cover spa so that no casual...

Page 34: ...the water gets A low pH will be corrosive to metals in the spa equipment A high pH will cause minerals to deposit on the interior surface scaling In addition the ability of the sanitation agents to keep the spa clean is severely affected as the pH moves beyond the ideal range That is why almost all spa water test kits contain a measure for pH as well as the sanitizer 12 2 Sanitizing To destroy bac...

Page 35: ...er program mable Note The summer logic does not take effect until the spa water temper ature reaches 95 F 35 C This condition is more likely in excessively hot weather Remember the spa s ability to cool is directly affected by the ambient temperature An excessively hot ambient temperature may prevent the spa from cooling down because it s fully insulated construc tion is designed to retain heat an...

Page 36: ...logged or excessively dirty filter cartridge sec 11 1 page 25 3 Purge air lock from jets pump 1 by loosening the upper pump head drain screw Figure A page 11 for a few seconds to release trapped air then retighten drain screw FINGER TIGHT ONLY 4 If problem persists contact your authorized Jacuzzi dealer 13 7 Panel Flashes FL1 or FL2 Spas with Circulation Pump Option A flashing FL1 display means th...

Page 37: ...he way it should please first review all the installation and operating instructions in this manual and check the message on the panel display If you are still not satis fied it is working properly please follow the appropriate troubleshooting instructions below Note If any of the supply cords to the accessories are damaged they must be replaced by authorized service personnel Contact your authori...

Page 38: ...air controls to their full on position counterclockwise 4 Check for dirty filter Clean if necessary section 11 1 page 25 14 4 Water is Too Hot Reduce thermostat setting 14 5 No Heat 1 Check thermostat setting 2 Keep the spa cover in place while heating 3 Check the settings to see if your spa is in economy filtration heating mode page 22 24 Should checking the above steps fail to correct the proble...

Page 39: ...including interference that may cause undesired operation Heater 5 5 kW 240 VAC 40A Logic 40A Optional Stereo Power Supply WHT BLK WHT BLK Standard Footwell Light Optional LED Lighting System DCU OR OZONATOR OPTIONAL O 3 GRN TB1 Standard 240 VAC 3 Wire Connection 60Hz 1 Phase Service USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY WIRE SIZE MUST BE APPROPRIATE PER NEC AND OR LOCAL CODES RED RED J6 BLK J5 WHT WHT RED B...

Page 40: ... any inteference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Heater 5 5 kW 240 VAC 40A Logic 40A WHT BLK WHT BLK Standard Footwell Light Optional LED Lighting System DCU OR Optional Stereo Power Supply OZONATOR OPTIONAL O 3 GRN TB1 Standard 240 VAC 3 Wire Connection 60Hz 1 Phase Service USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY WIRE SIZE MUST BE APPROPRIATE PER NEC AND OR LOCAL CODES RED R...

Page 41: ...pen Button Press Open to flip down the front access panel for CD access Gently insert CD into slot DO NOT FORCE Make sure to close the front panel to prevent damage to the unit Note never insert a wet or moist CD since it may damage the mechanism and void the manufacturer warranty 5 A PS Button Press A PS to scan station presets The tuner will scan up wait for a few seconds then continue Once a de...

Page 42: ...You can decrease the sound level of the rear speakers by pressing Volume Up To decrease the sound level of the front speakers press Volume Down Note Bass and Treble settings are available only if EQ is set to DSP Off 10 Preset 1 Pause Play Button In tuner mode any station can be stored as preset 1 by pressing and holding this button for 2 seconds To recall the station preset simply press and relea...

Page 43: ...olders on CD R and CD RW disks 15 Preset 6 UP Button In tuner mode any station can be stored as preset 6 by simply pressing and holding this button for several seconds To recall the station preset simply press and release this button In CD mode this button will browse the folders on CD R and CD RW disks 16 BND Button Press BND to select one of the following frequency bands FM1 FM2 FM3 AM1 AM2 and ...

Page 44: ...er the CD player 3 Choose desired frequency band as indicated on the sticker 4 Put sticker back in place and power up the unit 21 Setting The Clock Unit Must be Off To set the current time press and hold Display 6 for 3 seconds until the clock display starts to blink then set hours using the Track Up and or Track Down button 17 Press Display a second time to set minutes us ing the Track Up and or ...

Page 45: ...roll to the left once then the 8 first letters will be displayed If specific info has not been recorded on an MP3 disc NO FOLD NO TRK NO TLT NO ALBM NO ART will display 24 Playback Order of The MP3 File 1 A directory that does not include an MP3 file is skipped 2 We recommend that you make no more than two levels for each disc 3 Maximum number of folders 256 4 Maximum number of folder levels 8 5 M...

Page 46: ... in which they are expected For example a disc with the following folder file hierarchy is subject to folder select file select and playback order as illustrated on page 43 Optional Audio Receiver Specifications Marine Grade AM FM CD CD R CD RW MP 3 7 Bands of Weather Band Stainless Steel Sealed Chassis and Mounting Hardware IPX5 Water Intrusion CFR 46 Rated Conformal Coated Printed Circuit Boards...

Page 47: ...orward Example of a disc s folder file hierarchy Folder File Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Operation of the keys Press and hold to return 10 files behind Press Track Down to select folder down Press Track UP to select folder up 5 6 ...

Page 48: ...installed in accordance with Article 810 of the National Electric Code ANSI NFPA 70 F Do not service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other risk of injury Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel G When the power supply connections or power supply cord s are damage if water is entering the audio video compartment or any electrical...

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Page 52: ...0 Circ Pump Main Pump Spa Light Transformer 230 VAC J4 HI LO J20 J21 J12 J14 J16 J11 J15 J13 J17 J7 J5 J6 Heat F1 K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K BLK WHT BRN BRN BLU BLU BLU BRN BRN BLK BLU B Printed in The USA Jacuzzi Hot Tubs 14525 Monte Vista Ave Chino CA 91710 United States www jacuzzi com 2530 277 Rev A ...