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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

220 Volt

50 Amp Service

Phase

2 wire- L1, L2 & Ground – Dedicated 220V unit only

(3 Wire- L1, L2, Neutral & Ground - Utilizes 220V and 110Vac components)

No.

6 AWG

supply wire is required

No.

8 AWG

conductor is required for bonding

USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY

110 Volt
20 Amp Service

60 Hz
1 Phase
2 wire- L1, Neutral, & Ground

No. 12 AWG

supply wire is required

No. 8 AWG

conductor is required for bonding

USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY

It is the responsibility for the installer and the owner to install a
readily accessible disconnecting means during the installation.

MOUNTING

Per UL 1563, paragraph 6.4.3, the AP-4 Indoor Spa Pack and the additional pump
(Jets 2, optional) shall be mounted so that the lowest portion of any live part is a
minimum of 4 in. above the mounting surface.

CAUTION: THE EQUIPMENT AND CONTROLS SHALL BE LOCATED
NOT LESS THAN 5 ft (1.5M) HORIZONTALLY FROM SPA OR HOT
TUB.

ELECTRICAL RE

UIREMENTS

Summary of Contents for AP-4 SYSTEM

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Page 2: ... procedures which will guide you in the use and necessary care of your spa Your attention is particularly directed to the important safety instructions in this manual We strongly urge you to become thoroughly familiar with prescribed safety practices and carry them out as specified within this manual Your spa and control equipment incorporates the finest components available and is designed in a m...

Page 3: ...e protection against such interference in a residential insulation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures reorient the receiving antenna relocate ...

Page 4: ...IOUS TO YOUR HEALTH 6 CAUTION MAINTAIN WATER CHEMISTRY IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTION 7 WARNING To reduce the risk of injury do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times 8 A wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum no 8 AWG solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment metal enclosures of electrical...

Page 5: ...unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning E Obese persons and persons with a history of heart disease low or high blood pressure circulatory system problems or diabetes should consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub F Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa or a hot tub since some medication may induce drowsiness while other medications may affect he...

Page 6: ...osures at higher temperatures can result in dizziness and or hyperthermia Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98 F 36 7 C The symptoms of hyperthermia include dizziness fainting drowsiness or lethargy The affects of hyperthermia include 1 Unawareness of impending hazards 2 Failure to perceive heat 3 Fail...

Page 7: ...r spa will be void 2 If your spa is located near water sprinklers adjust the cap on them so water will not hit the wood siding of the spa 3 Balconies and decks must be constructed to current state and local codes to safely support the maximum load of your water filled spa and the number of people using the spa Check with your construction contractor for these specifications Balconies and decks mus...

Page 8: ...e is required No 8 AWG conductor is required for bonding USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY It is the responsibility for the installer and the owner to install a readily accessible disconnecting means during the installation MOUNTING Per UL 1563 paragraph 6 4 3 the AP 4 Indoor Spa Pack and the additional pump Jets 2 optional shall be mounted so that the lowest portion of any live part is a minimum of 4 in...

Page 9: ...a 30 Amp 220V circuit breaker leave conversion switch in the 30 Amp position If the system is on a 50 Amp 220V circuit breaker switch the conversion switch to the 50 Amp 220V position All 110V dedicated systems have a 110V 20Amp power cord which must be plugged into a dedicated 110V 20 Amp receptacle NOTE Always check local and state codes for wiring requirements that may exceed N E C ELECTRICAL C...

Page 10: ... high speed and you press the jets button to turn it off it continues to operate on low speed This may be because the thermostat is calling for heat or the time clock is in a filtration cycle BOOSTER PUMP Optional When the booster switch is activated the booster pump is switched to High speed operation The second pump booster is a single speed pump AIR When the air switch is activated the air blow...

Page 11: ...E The low speed pump will always be filtering the spa unless the jet switch is activated While in this mode if the water temperature drops or the thermostat is turned up the heater will turn on automatically to heat the spa water TIMER MODE The thermostat solely controls the low speed pump and the heater Example If the thermostat is turned up the low speed pump will turn on followed by the heater ...

Page 12: ...well primed you should be able to feel a steady flow of water If not repeat steps 2 5 Note Do not turn breaker on for the spa when there is no water in the tub INITIAL START UP On start up place the selector switch to Time Filtration Automatic Heat Mode option 1 Timer Mode option 2 Thermostat Mode option 3 This will allow the spa to heat to the set temperature The low speed pump and the ozonator o...

Page 13: ...ds you would like filtration to occur push the tabs toward the outside Push one 1 tab for 15 minutes of the filtration period For example if two hours of filtration is required eight tabs in a row need to be pushed outward The entire group of tabs between on time and off time must be pushed outward It is suggested that cycle times should be a minimum of one 1 hour long and the spa should filter fo...

Page 14: ...on setting Selector Switch PROBLEM SPA TOO HOT 1 Thermostat set too high turn down 2 Thermostat sensor bulb out of well Replace in well 3 Main or booster pump left in high speed Optional PROBLEM SPA LIGHT OUT 1 Is light bulb unplugged 2 Bulb burned out 3 Is the air tube for the light air switch connected 4 PROBLEM BLOWER WON T OPERATE 5 Is blower cord unplugged 6 Is the air tube for the blower air...

Page 15: ...ifficult to maintain the proper pH balance in a spa than in a swimming pool For these reasons it is important to check frequently the total alkalinity of the water the pH level and the sanitize level then add prescribed chemicals as necessary to maintain the proper chemical balances Failure to maintain a proper balance of chemicals in your spa will result in an early premature failure of your spa ...

Page 16: ...ility Typically 60 to 90 days is a satisfactory interval under normal conditions With heavy usage the interval between water changing should be less SPA FILTER CARTRIDGE should be cleaned every 2 4 weeks depending on the frequency of use Rinse the filter cartridge with a pressure hose and re install filter cartridge in filter housing When changing spa water it is good practice to soak the filter c...

Page 17: ...n warranty replacement or repair defective products should be returned transportation paid to the place of purchase or to the nearest authorized SBSG service center To return product directly to SBSG contact the SBSG customer service department at 800 772 7257 to obtain return goods authorization number RGA and return product transportation paid SBSG shall not be responsible for cartage removal an...

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