Owner’s Manual Models CL 100-C • CL 250-C • CL 250-CSIMW 6’ SPA-N-A-BOX 5’ SPA-N-A-BOX
User’s Guide WARNINGS / AVERTISSEMENTS WARNING: CHILDREN SHOULD AVERTISSEMENT: NE LAISSEZ NOT USE SPAS OR HOT TUBS PAS LES ENFANTS UTILISER UN WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION. SPA OU UNE CUVE THERMALE SANS LA SUPERVISION D’UN ADULTE. WARNING: DO NOT USE SPAS OR HOT TUBS UNLESS ALL SUCTION GUARDS ARE INSTALLED TO PREVENT BODY AND HAIR ENTRAPMENT.
WARNINGS / AVERTISSEMENTS WARNING: PREGNANT OR POSSIBLY PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING A SPA OR HOT TUB. AVERTISSEMENT: LES FEMMES ENCEINTES, QUE LEUR GROSSESSE SOIT CONFIRMÉE OU NON, DEVRAIENT CONSULTER UN MÉDECIN AVANT D’UTILISER UN SPA OU UNE CUVE THERMALE. WARNING: DO NOT USE A SPA OR HOT TUB IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING STRENUOUS EXERCISE AVERTISSEMENT: N’UTILISEZ PAS UN SPA OU UNE CUVE THERMALE IMMÉDIATEMENT APRÈS UN EXERCICE PHYSIQUE EXIGEANT.
User’s Guide U.L. AND E.T.L. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following instructions are required to be printed by Underwriters Laboratory (U.L.) as well as ETL Testing Laboratories, Inc. as a condition of their listing of this product. They contain important safety information, and we strongly encourage you to read and apply them. When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.
pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of the unit as needed to comply with local requirements. 8. This appliance is provided with a ground-fault circuit interrupter (located near the end of the power supply and with the unit operating, push the test button. The unit should stop operating and the reset button should pop out slightly. Push the reset button. The unit should now operate normally.
User’s Guide D. WARNING!! The use of alcohol, drugs or medication before or during spa or hot tub use can greatly increase the risk of fatal hypothermia. Hypothermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6°. E. The symptoms of hypothermia include; an increase in the internal temperature of the body, dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness, and fainting.
3. Always operate spa with sufficient water. Water level must be above filter. Insufficient water will cause pump failure and void warranty. 4. Maintain proper water PH (7.4 - 7.6 is ideal). Failure to do so may cause damage to vinyl liner, pump seals, heater element, and damage will not be covered by warranty. 5. Install spa only on floors or areas that can withstand repeated water exposure. Equipment failure as well as splashing, filling and draining will spill water.
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Comfort Line Products, Inc. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SITE PREPARATION A. Structure: Your spa should always be installed on a structurally sound, relatively smooth and level surface. B. Electrical: The installation should be a grounded 120 volt outlet within 8 feet of the spa and allow for easy access to the cord mounted GFCI for periodic testing. C. A copper wire connector is located in the Power Pack to permit connection of a minimum No. 8 A.W.G.
User’s Guide OUTDOOR INSTALLATION Your spa may be installed on any level, smooth surface that is strong enough to support the filled unit. Observe the following considerations when deciding where to place your spa: 1. Make sure there are no sharp objects under the spa. 2. Do not install the spa on grass or dirt, as this will greatly increase the amount of debris entering the spa.
PACKAGE CONTENTS Refer to the following picture and product checklist to verify that all parts of the spa have been received and are undamaged. Report and missing or damaged parts immediately. 1. Air Loop 7. Top Spa Cover 2. Power Pack 8. Inflatable Connection Collar 3. GFCI (120 V models only) 9. Corner Pieces 4. Wall Panels 5. Vinyl Liner 6. Inflatable Bladder Cover 10. Power Pack Feet 11. Inflation Hose 12.
User’s Guide SPA ASSEMBLY 1. Take all parts out of the box. Compare items with package contents diagram on previous page 2. Start with the panel that has 3 large holes - hold with arrow pointing up and arrow on the inside spa wall. Locate this panel so you have enough room to attach power pack to spa liner. Pick up a plastic extrusion corner piece and slide it onto panel. The snap and lock should be towards the top, as shown in the diagram at right.
3. Place two (2) pieces of bottom foam inside of the spa. Use three (3) pieces of foam for 6’ model. 4. Remove label(s) from powerpack union nut. liner-to- 5. Place the liner inside the spa. Unfold, and line up fittings with holes in wall panel. fittings Push through holes in panel and snap the top of the liner to each of the eight plastic corner pieces. 6. Attach the three (3) feet to the bottom of the power pack.
User’s Guide 7. Connect the inflation hose to the blower exhaust fitting on the top of the power pack. �������� ��� Insert the key lock pin into the inflation hose fitting on the top of the power pack. The key lock pin must be inserted into the adapter of the inflation hose fitting when inflating. Failure to insert the key lock pin may result in injury. 8. Plug the power pack into the electric outlet. Press the Turbo Wave On/Off button to start the inflation.
10. Line up the water connections on the back of the power pack with the fittings on the side of the spa. 11. Attach the bottom, large fitting on the back of the power pack to the corresponding fitting on the spa, being careful not to cross-thread the fitting. Make sure the o-ring inside the fitting is properly seated and labels are completely removed. Hand tighten the connection nut. Next, attach the middle and upper hose connections from the power pack to the spa.
User’s Guide FILLING THE SPA 1. Ensure that the power pack is not plugged in. 2. Remove the protective caps from the suction and discharge fittings inside the spa. Place the caps in a safe location. 3. Using a garden hose, fill the spa with approximately 1/2 inch of water. STOP! With hands, smooth out any wrinkles on bottom of liner, starting from the center of liner and proceeding outwards towards the wall. Continue filling the spa with water to two inches above the top of the suction fitting.
4. Bleed the air from the filter tank by turning the small black knob on the top of the filter tank counterclockwise. Allow the filter tank to bleed for approximately one minute, or until water drips from the fitting. Turn the fitting clock-wise to close the bleed valve. Plug the spa into a properly grounded electrical outlet. 5. Plug the power pack into the electrical outlet. The water pump will turn on and begin pumping water.
User’s Guide 7. Place the top cover over the spa and line up the eight cover locks. Always supervise children around bodies of water. The spa cover is not a safety cover. The spa cover is not a substitute for adult supervision. 8. Connect the eight clips to secure the cover in place. The clips may be locked using the small keys provided in the patch kit.
Comfort Line Products, Inc. OPERATION • Test the GFCI before each use. (Refer to the instructions provided in the Maintenance section of this manual.) • Plug into a properly grounded receptacle. • Do not use extension cords. Temperature Control 1. During normal operation, the control display on the top of the power pack displays the current water temperature. 2. To set the desired water temperature, press and release the up or down heat button.
User’s Guide Turbo Operation To turn the turbo wave pump on or off, push the on/off button. Look to see if the spa blows bubbles uniformly all the way around the spa. The turbo wave pump will automatically shut off after 15 minutes of operation. When the turbo wave blower system is activated, the blower pump is pumping outside ambient air into the spa, creating much of the action in the spa. Some cooling of the water will occur as the turbo wave blower operates.
MAINTENANCE Vinyl Care - Interior 1. Empty the spa and refill with clean water every 3 months or when it becomes cloudy and proper water chemistry does not clear it up. 2. While empty, use a mild soap solution to wipe away any soil or stains on the inner liner. Rinse thoroughly before refilling the tub. Do not use cleaning aids such as steel wool, steel brushes or abrasive cleaners such as steel wool, steel bristle brushes or abrasive cleaners such as Comet or Ajax. 3.
User’s Guide Recommended Chemical Balances PH: 7.4 - 7.6 Total alkalinity: 80 - 120 ppm Calcium hardness: 150 - 250 ppm Bromine residual: 2 - 3 ppm Total dissolved solids below 1,500 ppm Purchase a test kit from your dealer and test you water chemistry after each use of the spa, but no less than once per week. Avoid a low pH, as this will cause unsightly wrinkles to form in the liner, damage to the heater and void the warranty.
to ensure mixing. If you do not premix your chemicals, you may damage your vinyl surfaces and void your warranty. 4. Do not use gas chlorination, chlorine tablets, ionizers, scents, salts or soaps without consulting with your dealer. Cleanliness 1. Empty the spa and fill with clean water at least every 3 months or when it becomes cloudy and proper water chemistry does not clear it up. Always unplug the power pack before draining the spa. The spa is easily drained by using a hose to siphon out the water.
User’s Guide Cleaning the Filter 1. Unplug the power pack from the electrical outlet. 2. Using the three caps provided, cap the suction and discharge fittings on the inside of the spa. 3. Open the air bleed fitting on the top of the filter tank. 4. Unscrew the retainer ring from the filter housing and remove the filter housing cover. Retaining Ring 5. Lift the filter out of the filter housing. Clean the filter with the spray from a high pressure garden hose. 6. Place the filter back in the filter housing.
GFCI (120 volt units only) The GFCI, or Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt, fitting on the power pack electrical cord should be tested monthly. There are no user serviceable parts inside the GFCI. Do not open the GFCI as this will void your warranty. To test the GFCI, use the following procedure. If the GFCI device does not function properly, do not use your spa. Call the dealer or factory immediately for instructions. Do not bypass the GFCI device. 1. Turn on the turbo wave blower. 2.
User’s Guide SERVICE & TROUBLE SHOOTING Your spa was designed to minimize service requirements. If trouble should arise, carefully go through the steps in the following steps on trouble shooting. If you still experience a problem, call the dealer or the manufacturer. Air Pump Blower Symptom Solution Cannot turn on the turbo air pump. 1. Make sure that the power pack is plugged into the electrical outlet and that there is power to the outlet.
Heater Problems Symptom Solution No heat 1. This may be caused by a dirty filter: Clean the filter per the instructions provided in the Maintenance section of this manual. If the filter is more than two months old, replace it. After cleaning or replacing the filter, cover the spa, turn the temperature set point all the way up, and leave the spa for 24 hours. If the spa still will not heat, contact the manufacturer for instructions. No heat and no circulation 1.
User’s Guide Heater Problems No heat and temperature display of ‘OH’ 1. In some situations, the numerical temperature display may read ‘OH’ (overheat) and the spa will not heat until reset. To fix this problem, please use the following procedure: A. If the spa water is still warm (over 104°F / 40°C), unplug the power pack and let the water cool to below 104°F / 40°F. (Use a thermometer to verify the temperature.) B.
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL CL 250-C / 250-CSIMW SPA-N-A-BOX 6’ Capacity : Seating: 1-5 adults Water: 280 gallons Outside Dimensions : 73 ½ inches (flat side to flat side) Inside Dimensions : 64 ½ inches Height : 27 inches with cover Number of Jets : 1 return jet Over 100 air jets Power Pack : 1 HP turbo blower Fractional HP circulating pump Single phase (120 VAC, 60 Hz, 12 Amps) (240 VAC, 50 Hz, 6 Amps) 1000 Watt heater Weight : Dry: Spa - 80 lbs.; Cover - 8 lbs. With water: 2569 lbs.
User’s Guide SPECIFICATIONS MODEL CL 100-C SPA-N-A-BOX 5’ Capacity : Seating: 1-3 adults Water: 170 gallons Outside Dimensions : 58 ½ inches (flat side to flat side) Inside Dimensions : 50 ½ inches Height : 24 inches with cover Number of Jets : 1 return jet Over 100 air jets Power Pack : 1 HP turbo blower Fractional HP circulating pump Single phase (120 VAC, 60 Hz, 12 Amps) (240 VAC, 50 Hz, 6 Amps) 1000 Watt heater Weight : Dry: Spa - 60 lbs.; Cover - 8 lbs. With water: 1480 lbs.
