Owner`s manual
WATKINS MANUFACTURING CORPORATION
1280 Park Center Drive, Vista CA 92081
© 2007 Watkins Manufacturing Corporation PN 62321 Rev. C 10/07
Watkins Manufacturing Corporation (“Watkins”) warrants to the original
consumer purchaser (“you”) the following about your new Aventine or San
Gabriel spa, when purchased from an authorized dealer/service provider
(“dealer”).
3
YEAR NO LEAK SHELL WARRANTY
Watkins warrants against water loss due to defects in the spa shell for three
years.
1
YEAR SHELL SURFACE WARRANTY
Watkins warrants the acrylic surface material of the Aventine or San
Gabriel spa to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one
year.
1
YEAR NO LEAK PLUMBING WARRANTY
Watkins warrants the Aventine or San Gabriel spa against leaks caused
by defects in manufacturing and workmanship for one year. This
warranty specifically covers leaks from the wall fittings, jet fittings,
internal plumbing, internal glue joints, drains, hoses and all bonded
parts.
1 YEAR COMPONENT WARRANTY
Watkins warrants the electrical components, specifically the pump(s),
heater and control system against defects in materials and workmanship
for one year. Some parts, most of which can be changed out without the
use of tools, such as filter cartridges, spa pillows, and coverlocks are not
included in this warranty, but are warranted to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship at the time of delivery. Spa covers and other
spa accessories are specifically excluded from this warranty, although
they may be covered under other warranties. Please check with your
Caldera
®
dealer for details.
1 YEAR ECOTECH
®
CABINET WARRANTY
Watkins warrants the EcoTech simulated wood cabinet material on the
Aventine spa to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for
one year. This warranty specifically covers the cabinet’s structural
integrity (exclusive of surface stain), including the material and
assembly.
The EcoTech cosmetic finish is warranted to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship at the time of initial delivery. Fading and
weathering of the surface may naturally occur over time and are not
considered defects. To restore the EcoTech cabinet’s appearance, refer
to the spa Owner’s Manual for proper care and maintenance
instructions.
WOOD CABINET WARRANTY
Watkins warrants the wood cabinet on the San Gabriel spa to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of delivery.
EXTENT OF WARRANTY
This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser of the
Caldera spa when purchased and originally installed within the
boundaries of the United States. This warranty begins on your delivery
date of the spa. This warranty terminates upon any transfer of
ownership, or if the spa is installed or relocated outside the boundaries
of the United States by the original consumer purchaser prior to the
expiration of the warranty period.
WARRANTY PERFORMANCE
To make a claim under this warranty, contact your dealer. In the event
you are unable to obtain service from the dealer, please contact Watkins
Manufacturing Corporation, 1280 Park Center Drive, Vista, California,
92081, Attn: Customer Service Department (800) 669-1881 or via e-
mail, custserv@watkinsmfg.com. You must give Watkins and/or your
dealer written notice of any warranty claim, along with a copy of your
original purchase receipt indicating the date of the purchase, within ten
(10) days of the time you discover the claim. Watkins reserves the right
to inspect the malfunction or defect on location.
Watkins or its Authorized Service Agent will repair any defects covered
by this warranty. Except as described herein, you will not be charged
for parts, labor or the freight costs for parts necessary to repair the spa
for defects covered by this warranty. In some cases, the servicing dealer
may charge you a reasonable repair person travel/service charge that is
not covered by this warranty. Please contact the dealer for information
regarding any such charges.
LIMITATIONS
Except as described above, this warranty does not cover defects or
damage due to normal wear and tear, improper installation, alteration
without Watkins’ prior written consent, accident, acts of God, misuse,
abuse, commercial or industrial use, use of an accessory not approved
by Watkins, failure to follow Watkins’ Pre-Delivery Instructions or
Owner’s Manual, or repairs made or attempted by anyone other than an
authorized representative of Watkins. Alteration includes, but is not
limited to, any component or plumbing change, or electrical conversion.
Visit www.calderaspas.com or contact your dealer for a list of
manufacturer approved accessories.
DISCLAIMERS
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WATKINS SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF USE OF THE SPA OR OTHER
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL COSTS, EXPENSES, OR
DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE
REMOVAL OF ANY DECK OR CUSTOM FIXTURE OR ANY
COST TO REMOVE OR REINSTALL THE SPA, IF NEEDED.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY STATED
ABOVE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty may last, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
LEGAL REMEDIES
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other
rights which vary from state to state.
WATKINS MANUFACTURING CORPORATION
1280 Park Center Drive, VIsta CA 92081
©2007 Watkins Manufacturing Corporation PN 62321 Rev C 10/07










