Full Product Manual
10
The Plumbing Components
The Slice Valves (Gate Valves, “T” Stems) allow the spa to be serviced without draining the water. Slice valves or “T” stems
are installed in the plumbing lines near the electronic components. Pushing the “T” stem down creates a seal between the
“T” stems. When service is complete, the “T” stems are raised and locked in the up position allowing water to ow again.
Slice valves must be locked in the “up” position before power is applied to the spa. Applying power to the spa when the slice
valves are closed can damage the spa immediately. Each time you change the water in the spa, make sure the locks are in
good condition; replace the locks if they will not hold the “T”stem in the “up” position. Do not use the spa until they have been
replaced.
The Plumbing Unions connect the plumbing lines to the components. Unions can become loose in transit and when
seasons change. During the initial installation and each time you drain your spa, you should hand tighten all plumbing
unions. The main cause of leaks inside the spa cabinet is plumbing unions that need to be tightened or seals that
need to be re seated or replaced. Do not use tools or overtighten plumbing unions.
The Filter Assembly consists of the lter, the lter basket and the cover The lter basket catches large
debris, the lter catches ne particulates and oil. You should check the lter assembly on a regular basis
making sure the basket is free of debris and the lter is clean and in good condition. Flow will be restricted if the
lter assembly is obstructed or the lters are dirty which can damage the spa. Using the spa without the lter
assembly in place is a drowning hazard. If any part of the lter assembly is damaged, do not use the spa until it
has been replaced. Please call your local dealer for replacement parts. Before removing the lter assembly to ll
the spa or change the lter, manually power the GFCI “OFF”. Turn the lter cover counter clockwise until it stops.
Lift the cover, raise and remove the basket. Lift the lter from lter housing. Replace the lter, basket and cover.
Turn the cover clockwise until it stops and is locked in place. The manufacturer recommends that you replace the
lter every three months. Soak new lters in water for 30 minutes before installing to prevent air in the plumbing
lines.
The Suction Drain Covers are on the sides in the foot well of the spa. They are caps that cover the suction lines, reducing
the risk of drowning and debris entering the plumbing lines. If the suction drain covers are obstructed, ow is restricted
which can damage your spa. Keep hair, clothing and children away from the suction drains when using the spa. It is
important to check them on a regular basis making sure they are good condition Do not use the spa if they need to be
replaced. Replacement parts can be obtained by contacting your local dealer. You should avoid contact with the suction
drain covers when the GFCI is powered “on”.
Air, Diverter, and Waterfall Valves
The appearance of air, water and diverter will vary depending upon the model purchased.
The Air Valve is a small rotating dial on the acrylic surface that looks like a smaller diverter valve that increases or decreases air ow
through the jets. Increasing air ow creates “bubble action” in the spa. When the air valve is positioned in the center, there is moderate
air ow with moderate “bubble action”. When the air valve is turned to one direction, or closed, there is less air ow and fewer bubbles.
If the air valve is turned fully to the opposite direction, the air valve is fully open creating the most bubbles. The air valve rotates right and
left.
The Diverter Valve is a large rotating dial on top of the acrylic surface that controls the ow of water in seating areas serviced by the
same pump. When the diverter valve is positioned in the center, water ow will be spread evenly throughout each seat sharing that
pump. Turning the diverter valve all the way to one side will restrict the water ow from one section and force all of the ow into the other
section. Turning the diverter valve all the way to the other side will reverse the ow of water to the opposite side of the spa.
The Waterfall Valve is used to increase and decrease ow thru the waterfall. The waterfall valve rotates right and left. When the waterfall
valve is placed in the center, there is moderate ow through the waterfall. If the valve is turned all the way in one direction, there is no
ow through the waterfall. If the valve is turned all the way in the opposite direction, the ow is increased to allow maximum ow through
the waterfall.
Difculty Turning Waterfall & Diverter Valves
When the jets are turned on, excessive pressure in the plumbing lines can make rotating the air, waterfall and diverter valves
dicult. Turn the jets o and rotate the valves back and forth to the desired position and turn the jets back on. Do not force the
valves past the natural stopping point. Forcing them to rotate beyond the built in “stop” or when there is excessive pressure in
the lines will damage the spa.
The Drain Valve is used to remove the water from the spa. The drain valve is in the base of the spa near one of the
corners. When you ll your spa, make sure it’s completely closed and no water is draining from it.
Getting to Know Your Spa