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against deterioration caused by UV rays from the sun. Never allow
anyone to stand or sit on the cover, and avoid dragging it across rough
surfaces.
13.7
winterizing
Your Jacuzzi spa is designed to automatically protect itself against
freezing when operating properly. During periods of severe freezing
temperatures, you should check periodically to be certain that the
electrical supply to the spa has not been interrupted. In extreme, bitter
cold weather (less than -20°F) verify
standard mode
is set for 24-hour
operation (sec. 12.1 Programming Filter/Circulation Pump Run Time,
page 38
) and that standard mode is selected (sec. 11.3
Selecting
Standard or Economy Mode, page
) to protect
against damage to the
spa.
If you do not intend to use your spa, or if there is a prolonged power
outage during periods of severe freezing temperatures, it is important
that all water be removed from the spa and equipment to protect against
damage from freezing.
For expert winterization of your spa, contact your authorized Jacuzzi
dealer. In emergency situations, damage can be minimized by taking the
following steps:
CauTIOn: Turn OFF POwer TO sPa.
1. Follow the directions on page
2. As the water level drops below the seats, use whatever means
necessary to get the water out of the recessed seating areas and
into the footwell.
3. When the water level ceases to drop, use whatever means available
to remove any remaining water from the footwell.
4. Remove the equipment-side cabinet panels and locate the drain
plugs in the front of each pump (Figure A, page
plugs to allow the water to drain out of the 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.
5. Loosen hose clamp at bottom of heater (Figure A, page
hose off of heater fitting (twist the hose back and forth while pulling
downward). Tip hose down and allow to drain, then reinstall hose
and clamp.
6. Re-install cabinet side panels and cover spa so that no casual
moisture can enter into it.
