Owner’s manual J-400™ J - 460 J - 465 J - 470 J - 480 2530-442W Rev.
Attention New Spa Owner! Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jacuzzi® spa! The following is a list of automated functions performed by your spa. These functions are listed below in an attempt to suppress any operational concerns you may have during the first 24 hours of ownership! Also listed below are important maintenance recommendations you should observe on a regular basis to protect your new investment.
J-400 Series Table of Contents 1.0 Important Spa Owner Information ���������������������������������������������������������� 1 2.0 2.1 FCC Notice ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 1 Industry Canada (IC) Information............................................................... 1 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners �������������������������������� 2 Entrapment Risk...............................................
J-400 Series 11.0 11.1 11.2 11.3 11.4 11.5 11.6 11.7 11.8 11.9 11.10 11.11 Operating Instructions �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 50 J-1000™ Control Panel............................................................................ 50 Activate Jets Pump................................................................................... 50 Activate Lights..........................................................................................
J-400 Series 19.0 19.1 19.2 19.3 19.4 19.5 19.6 19.7 19.8 19.9 19.10 19.11 19.12 Optional Jacuzzi J-1000™ Audio System Stereo System Features �� 80 J-1000 Audio System Sound System Controls......................................... 80 J-1000 Audio System Sound System Operation...................................... 81 J-1000 Audio System Radio Operation.................................................... 83 J-1000 Audio System CD Player Operation.............................................
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J-400 Series 1.0 Important Spa Owner Information Your Jacuzzi® spa is constructed to the highest standards and is capable of providing many years of trouble-free use. However, because heat retentive materials are utilized to insulate the spa for efficient operation, an uncovered spa surface directly exposed to sunlight and high temperatures for an extended period is subject to permanent damage. Damage caused by exposing the spa to this abuse is not covered under warranty.
J-400 Series 3.0 Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY! This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specifications outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act” (VGB Safety Act). When installing and using this spa, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including: ! DANGER: Risk of Severe Injury or Drowning! 1. • Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children.
J-400 Series • • • • • • on the grounding lug, inside the equipment compartment on the equipment box. A grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of the unit. Never permit any electrical appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio, television, etc. within 5 feet (1.
J-400 Series ! WARNING: Risk of Severe Injury or Death! 6. • Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, if pregnant or possibly pregnant, consult your physician before using a spa. • Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 100 °F (38 °C).
J-400 Series 9. CAUTION: To DECREASE Risk of Product Damage. • Maintain water chemistry in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. • Proper chemical maintenance of spa water is necessary to maintain safe water and prevent possible damage to spa components. 10. NOTE: This spa is not intended nor designed to be used in a commercial or public application.
J-400 Series 3.1 Entrapment Risk The Consumer Products Safety Commission/USA has reported that users of pools and spas have become entrapped (stuck) to drain and/or suction fittings causing death, drowning, or serious injury (see diagram below). This spa was manufactured to meet the standards and specifications outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act” (VGB Safety Act). Entrapment risk can be minimized if proper precautions are taken.
J-400 Series ! DANGER: Risk of Severe Injury or Drowning! 3. Body entrapment: May occur when part of the torso becomes entrapped, inserted or sucked into a suction or outlet opening. • Never allow children to play or get near the suction fittings, suction covers, filter, filter lid or skimmer assembly. ! DANGER: Risk of Severe Injury or Drowning! 4. Evisceration (disembowelment) entrapment: May occur when the buttocks becomes entrapped, inserted or sucked into a suction or outlet opening.
J-400 Series 3.3 Important CSA safety instructions (Canada only) When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. A green colored terminal or a terminal marked G, Gr, Ground, Grounding or the symbol* is located inside the supply terminal box or compartment.
J-400 Series ! WARNING: For spas that are to rest on balconies, roofs or other platforms not specifically tied into main structural support, consult a professional Structural Engineer with experience in this type of application. The spa must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage away from it. Placing the spa in a depression without provisions for proper drainage could allow rain, overflow and other casual water to flood the equipment and create a wet condition in which it would sit in.
J-400 Series 4.2 Indoor Location For indoor installations many factors need to be considered before installing a spa indoors. • Proper Foundation: Consult a Structural Engineer when considering a foundation that will adequately support the spa the entire time it is in place. Proper support is critical especially if the spa is to rest on a second story or higher.
J-400 Series 5.0 General Electrical Safety Instructions Your new Jacuzzi® spa is equipped with the J-1000™ system. It contains the most advanced safety and selfprotective equipment in the industry. Nonetheless, this spa must be installed properly to ensure dependable usage. Please contact your local Jacuzzi dealer or local building department should you have any questions regarding your installation. Proper grounding is extremely important. Jacuzzi spas are equipped with a current collector system.
J-400 Series 4. The electrical supply for this product must include a suitably rated switch or circuit breaker to open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply with Section 422-20 of the National Electrical Code/USA, ANSI/NFPA 70. The disconnecting means must be readily accessible to the spa’s occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5m) from spa water. 5. The electrical circuit supplied for the spa must include a suitable ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) as required by NEC Article 680-42/USA. 6.
J-400 Series Figure B 60Hz Terminal Block Connection 1 L1 L2 2 3 1. Main Terminal Block 2. Bonding Lug/Grounding Terminal 3.
J-400 Series Figure D 50Hz Terminal Block Connection 2 1 L2 L1 L1 L2 3 4 1. 2. 3. 4.
J-400 Series Figure F 1. Obtain a flat head screwdriver. 2. Place it flush against the middle slot of the terminal block (diagram 1). 1 L1 L2 Figure G 1. Firmly press inward and upward on screwdriver blade, then pivot upward to open underlying wire clamp. Hold this position for step 2. Side View 1 2. Insert power wire into slot A as shown, then remove screwdriver to release terminal block clamp and secure wire in place.
J-400 Series 7.0 Power Requirements Jacuzzi® spas are designed to provide optimum performance and flexibility of use when connected to their maximum electrical service. They are configured at the factory. The most common electrical connections are listed below: • All North American 60 Hz Models only: These models come set for 50A logic. If you prefer, your qualified technician can perform a logic modification that allows the spas to operate on a different electrical service (see table footnotes below).
J-400 Series 8.0 Spa Fill Up Procedure For best results, read each step in its entirety before proceeding with this procedure. 1. Prepare The Spa For Filling • Clear all debris from the spa. (Although the spa shell has been polished at the factory, you may want to treat it with a specially formulated spa cleaner.) Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer for additional information prior to filling spa. • Remove both ProClear™ Plus skimmer, polishing filter lids and filters as illustrated in Section 14.
J-400 Series 5. Add Start-Up Chemicals Add the spa water chemicals as recommended by your authorized Jacuzzi spa dealer. See Section titled “Water Quality Maintenance” (page 71) for general guidance. ! WARNING: Risk of poisoning or death. Never leave chemicals opened and accessible to anyone. Use chemicals according to the vendors instructions. Always store chemicals in a safe and/or locked location. Keep away from and out of reach of children. 6.
J-400 Series 8. Place Cover On Spa • Keeping the insulating cover in place anytime the spa is not in use will reduce the time required for heating, thereby minimizing operating costs. • The time required for initial heat-up will vary depending on the starting water temperature. ! DANGER: Risk of PERSONAL injury. Check water temperature carefully before entering hot tub! Excessive water temperature can cause burns, welts and body temperature to rise, hyperthermia (over-heating).
J-400 Series ! WARNING: risk of PERSONAL INJURY! • • To decrease the risk of injury, drowning or entrapment, never leave your hot tub unattended for any reason while the cover is open and accessible, especially to small children and animals! Precautions should be taken to minimize your exposure to chemical vapors (that could cause lung, brain, or skin damage). 3. Turn off power to the spa at the circuit breaker, then drain tub as outlined in Section 14.2 (page 68). 4.
J-400 Series ! WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. • • To decrease the risk of injury, entrapment or drowning, never leave your hot tub unattended for any reason while the cover is open and accessible to small children and animals! To decrease the possibility of contracting a waterborne illness (e.g. an infection, bacteria or virus) and/or respiratory ailments, maintain water chemistry within step 6 parameters.
J-400 Series 9.0 Spa Features 9.1 J-480 Spa Features 8 5 5 13 14 12 4 4 18 6 3 6 17 11 10 20 19 7 20 20 17 3 19 21 17 20 22 17 15 7 6 6 16 9 25 5 4 24 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 3 2 98 F 3 4 1 J-1000™ Control Panel Waterfall Control Valve Air Control Valves (4 ea.) Introduce Air to Specified Jet Groups (Page 24) Optional Audio System Speakers (4 ea.) Adjustable Pillows (4 ea.) Lighted Cup Holders (4 ea.) Massage Selectors (2 ea.
J-400 Series 9.2 J-480 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram 3 5 1b 2b 2b 5 2a 4 2a 5 1 2 1a 1a 2a 98 3 4 Massage Selectors (1-2) • Massage selector 1 diverts output between jets groups 1a-1b. • Massage selector 2 diverts output between jet groups 2a-2b. Waterfall Selector (3) • Waterfall selector 3 controls circulation pump output to waterfalls. Mass Aspiration Jet Flow Control Valve (4) • Valve 4 controls output to footwell IX Jet.
J-400 Series 9.3 J-480 Air Controls Diagram 2 3 2 2 3 3 4 2 4 2 1 4 1 4 4 98 F 1 4 Air Controls Operation • Rotate air controls 1-4 to add air to designated jet groups. • Center footwell IX Jet draws air at all times when jets pump is running. This jet has no air control.
J-400 Series 9.4 J-470 Spa Features 8 5 5 13 14 12 4 4 6 3 18 6 17 20 11 20 17 10 3 19 20 20 22 17 7 15 17 21 7 6 6 16 9 5 3 2 98 F 24 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 5 26 4 1. 2. 3. 25 J-1000™ Control Panel Waterfall Control Valve Air Control Valves (4 ea.) Introduce Air to Specified Jet Groups (Page 27) Optional Audio System Speakers (4 ea.) Adjustable Pillows (4 ea.) Lighted Cup Holders (4 ea.) Massage Selectors (2 ea.
J-400 Series 9.5 J-470 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram 3 5 1b 2b 2b 5 2a 4 5 1 2 2a 1a 98 F 3 4 Massage Selectors (1-2) • Massage selector 1 diverts output between jets groups 1a-1b. • Massage selector 2 diverts output between jet groups 2a-2b. Waterfall Selector (3) • Waterfall selector 3 controls circulation pump output to waterfalls. Mass Aspiration Jet Flow Control Valve (4) • Valve 4 controls output to footwell IX Jet.
J-400 Series 9.6 J-470 Air Controls Diagram 1 2 2 3 3 3 1 4 1 4 1 98 F 1 4 Air Controls Operation • Rotate air controls 1-4 to add air to designated jet groups. • Center footwell IX Jet draws air at all times when jets pump is running. This jet has no air control.
J-400 Series 9.7 J-465 Spa Features 8 5 13 5 14 13 9 17 4 4 3 3 12 20 7 12 11 12 12 17 17 18 6 19 14 5 16 23 2 6 98 F 22 J-1000™ Control Panel Waterfall Control Valve Air Control Valves (3 ea.) Introduce Air to Specified Jet Groups (Page 30) 4. Optional Audio System Speakers (4 ea.) 5. Adjustable Pillows (4 ea.) 6. Lighted Cup Holders (3 ea.) 7. Massage Selectors (1 ea.) Controls Specified Jet Groups (Page 29) 8. Waterfall 9. FX Jets (10 ea.) 10.
J-400 Series 9.8 J-465 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram 3 4 1a 4 1 4 4 1b 4 2 1b 1b 98 F 3 2 Massage Selectors (1) • Massage selector 1 diverts output between jets groups 1a-1b. Mass Aspiration Jet Flow Control Valve (2) • Valve 2 controls output to footwell IX Jet. Waterfall Selector (3) • Waterfall selector 3 controls circulation pump output to waterfall. Jets Without Massage Selector Controls (4) • Jets 4 are always on when jets pump is running.
J-400 Series 9.9 J-465 Air Controls Diagram 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 3 1 2 3 3 98 F 3 Air Controls Operation • Rotate air controls 1-3 to add air to designated jet groups. • Center footwell IX Jet draws air at all times when jets pump is running. This jet has no air control.
J-400 Series 9.10 J-460 Spa Features 8 5 5 10 9 14 4 4 3 3 16 18 7 16 13 14 12 13 15 11 14 16 3 16 17 3 6 6 4 10 9 9 4 10 9 9 21 5 2 19 98 20 9 5 1 1. J-1000™ Control Panel 12. ProClear™ Floating Skimmer and Filter 2. Waterfall Control Valve Cartridge with Integrated Chemical 3. Air Control Valves (4 ea.) Introduce Air 4. Dispenser. to Specified Jet Groups (Page 33) 13. SX2 Jets (4 ea.) Optional Audio System Speakers 14. MX2 Jets (5 ea.) (4 ea.) 15.
J-400 Series 9.11 J-460 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram 3 4 4 1 4 1a 2 4 4 98 3 2 Massage Selector (1) • Massage selector 1 diverts output between jets groups 1a-1b. Mass Aspiration Jet Flow Control Valve (2) • Valve 2 controls output to footwell IX Jet. Waterfall Selector (3) • Waterfall selector 3 controls circulation pump output to waterfall. Jets Without Massage Selector Controls (4) • Jets 4 are always on when jets is running.
J-400 Series 9.12 J-460 Air Controls Diagram 4 1 4 1 4 3 5 2 3 2 3 3 2 98 Air Controls Operation • Rotate air controls 1-4 to add air to designated jet groups. • Center footwell IX Jet (5) draws air at all times when jets pump is running. This jet has no air control.
J-400 Series 10.0 Control Panel Main Menu 10.1 Control Panel Your Jacuzzi Spa is equipped with a state-of-the-art control panel. You will be able to access sets of multi-level menus. Familiarize yourself with the following information, so you can gain the full benefits of your spa. By learning the key features of the control panel, you will navigate through the menus and programming with ease. You will be referred back to this page as you move on to proceeding sections.
J-400 Series 10.2 Main Menu Features From the Main Menu you can access the main component menus to operate your Jacuzzi Spa. Listed below is a list of the Main Menu icons. A. Menu Control Buttons 4:05 PM A B 98 F C Temp. Dec 22, 2009 D Temp. = Temperature control: Indicates that by using the Navigational Quad Keypad you can: • Increase the temperature by pressing the Up button. • Decrease the temperature by pressing the Down button. • To display the temperature in ºF, press the Right button.
J-400 Series D = Button D: Press this button to access the corresponding menu located to the left side of it. = Entertainment Menu Icon: Press button A to access the menu to operate the J-1000™ Audio System powered by JBL (page 38). = Jets Menu icon: Press button B to access the menu to operate the jets pump (page 50). = Lighting Menu Icon: Press button C to access the menu to operate the lights and lighting effects (page 51).
J-400 Series 10.3 Menu Flowchart The flowchart below is included to help you understand the spa’s navigational screens. By pressing the buttons located next to each corner icon, you will enter additional menus and submenus. Each menu is covered in detail in the sections to follow. Note: If your spa is not equipped with an audio system. The ) will not appear and be 5 4 3 Entertainment Menu and menu icon ( replaced with a Lock icon ( ).
J-400 Series 10.4 Entertainment Menu Display Jacuzzi models equipped with the optional J-1000 Audio System powered by JBL, offer an enhanced spa experience. These models include an integrated AM/FM/CD/MP3 Player receiver, four high fidelity spa engineered speakers for unsurpassed sound quality and long-life, and an integrated subwoofer for an enhanced acoustical experience.
J-400 Series = Radio/CD Menu icon: Press button C to access the radio or CD device submenus (page 45). Note: When you enter the submenu, the system will default to the last device that was used. If the Radio was used, it will also default to the last broadcast band used (AM/FM). = Radio icon: Allows access to the FM presets, FM tune, AM presets, and AM tune modes (page 45). = CD icon: Indicates that a CD is currently playing (page 49). = Previous icon: Press button D to return to the Previous menu.
J-400 Series 10.5 iPod®/AUX Submenu While in the Entertainment menu, press button A to access the for iPod/ AUX submenu. You can scroll through the tracks, control the volume, and pause/play the device, for the iPod device only. WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD EXISTS AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE! Never install or remove iPod while hands are wet or while sitting partially immersed or fully immersed in spa! A AUX iPod B “Displays Audio Information” Vol.
J-400 Series = Button C: Press this button to access the Radio/CD submenus (page 45). Note: The Radio/CD submenu will always default to the last device used. If the radio was used, it will also default to the last broadcast band used (AM/FM). C D = Button D: Press this button to return to the Main Menu (page 35). 10.6 AUX Submenu The Auxiliary submenu lets you connect to any MP3 device (other than an iPod).
J-400 Series = Button C: Press this button to access the Radio/CD submenus (page 45). Note: The Radio/CD submenu will always default to the last device used. If Radio was used, it will also default to the last broadcast band used (AM/FM). C D = Button D: Press this button to return to the Main Menu (page 35). 10.7 USB Submenu When you press button B (while still in the Entertainment Menu) you can access the USB/NAND submenu. The USB/NAND submenu lets you connect to a USB device or the internal memory.
J-400 Series iPod A B “Displays Audio Information” Vol. USB AUX “Displays Audio Information” NAND Press to play or pause C Vol. D Figure A = Audio information: Displays the track number, artist, song, and time elapsed (if available). The arrows on either side indicate that the Navigational Quad Keypad can be used to scroll through the tracks. • Press the Left button to move to the previous track. • Press the Right button to move to the next track.
J-400 Series 10.8 NAND Submenu The NAND (internal memory) submenu lets you access files copied onto the hardware. You can control the folder selection, track selection, volume, and pause/play of the device. Note: The USB/NAND submenu will always default to the last device used. iPod A NAND B Vol. NAND AUX “Displays Audio Information” Press to play or pause C Vol. D = Volume control: Allows you to control the volume level.
J-400 Series 10.9 FM Radio Submenu The FM radio submenu gives you access to your preset stations and local FM radio stations. A. Listening to Preset stations iPod A PRESET 1 AUX 106.7 FM B NAND 106.7 FM Vol. Press for radio tuning mode C Vol. D = Preset number: Indicates which preset station is currently playing. The arrows on the either side of the station number indicate that the Navigational Quad Keypad can be used to scroll through the preset stations 1-6.
J-400 Series B. Listening to local FM radio stations RADIO A 97.7 5 FM B Press for AM PRESETS C Vol. D 97.7 5 = Station number: Indicates the station that is currently playing. The arrows on the either side of the station number indicate that the Navigational Quad Keypad can be used to scroll through the local stations. • Press the Left button to move slowly back through stations. • Press the Right button to move slowly forward through stations.
J-400 Series 10.10 AM Radio Submenu The AM radio submenu gives you access to your preset stations and local AM radio stations. A. Listening to Preset stations iPod A B 980 AM Vol. PRESET 1 AUX 980 NAND C AM Press for radio tuning mode Vol. D = Preset number: Indicates which preset station is currently playing. The arrows on the either side of the station number indicate that the Navigational Quad Keypad can be used to scroll through the preset stations 1-6.
J-400 Series B. Listening to local AM radio stations RADIO A B 980 AM Vol. 980 C AM Press for FM PRESETS Vol. D = Station number: Indicates the station that is currently playing. The arrows on the either side of the station number indicate that the Navigational Quad Keypad can be used to scroll through the local stations. • Press the Left button to move slowly back through stations. • Press the Right button to move slowly forward through stations.
J-400 Series 10.11 CD Submenu The CD submenu gives you access select a track, adjust the volume level and pause or play. iPod A NAND Vol. C “Displays Audio Information” B “Displays Audio Information” CD PLAYER AUX Press to play or pause Vol. D = Audio Information: Displays the track number, artist, song, and time elapsed (if available). The arrows on either side indicate that the Navigational Quad Keypad can be used to scroll through the tracks.
J-400 Series 11.0 Operating Instructions 11.1 J-1000™ Control Panel Your Jacuzzi spa is equipped with a J-1000™ control panel, massage selectors, and air control knobs located on the top rim of the spa (pages 22-33). These controls let you operate many of the special functions of your Jacuzzi spa. When you press button B from the Main Menu, you will enter the Jets pump submenu (Figure A).
J-400 Series 11.3 Activate Lights From the Main Menu (page 35), press button C to enter the Lighting submenus. The LCD screen will display the Lighting icons (Figure B). From this menu you can control the interior lighting (waterfall, footwell, IX logo, pillows and cup holder lights). The spa is equipped with two light modes; 1) Solid Color or 2) Light Rotation mode for interior lighting. Note: The interior lights automatically turn off after 2 hours. They can be reactivated if needed.
J-400 Series A. To access the Interior Solid Color Mode: 1. Press button A to activate the solid color mode. Note: The default color and intensity will always be the last color and intensity used. 2. Press again to turn off. 3. Press either the Left or Right button of the Navigational Quad Keypad to scroll through or select one of the 7 different colors (Figure C). • Press the Left button to move forward in the color sequence. (BlueCyan-Green-Yellow-Orange-Red-Purple-Blue).
J-400 Series 3. To increase or decrease light intensity, use the Navigational Quad Keypad as follows: • Press the Up button to increase the intensity in 25% increments. • Press the Down button to decrease the intensity in 25% increments. Note: The intensity range is from 25% to 100%, in increments of 25%.As the intensity is increased the bulb will darken to reflect the effect (Figure D, page 52). Intensity defaults to the last setting used. 4.
J-400 Series 11.8 WaterColour™ Waterfall Control Turn waterfall control valve (pages 22-33) counterclockwise to increase waterfall output. Turn control valve clockwise to decrease or turn off waterfalls. 11.9 Air Controls Certain jet systems have their own air control. Each control introduces air into the water lines that supply that specific jet group (pages 22-33). Simply rotate any air control clockwise to open or rotate counterclockwise to close.
J-400 Series 12.0 Programming Instructions for Settings 1 Menus Your Jacuzzi spa is equipped with two settings menus that allow you to program and activate different components of the spa. In the “Settings 1” menu you can program the Language, Date and Time, and the check/ clean filter reminder. You can also enter the “Settings 2” menu (Section 13.0, page 59). SETTINGS 1 5 4 3 A B Language Ozone Filter ENG C OFF D Press to set filter timer Figure A 12.1 To access the Settings 1 Menu: 1.
J-400 Series Language Ozone Filter ENG 100 Days Press to set filter timer Figure C SETTINGS 1 5 4 3 2. Press the Left or Right button on the Quad Keypad to scroll the number of days you would like the reminder to appear so the filters and polishing bag can be cleaned or replaced (Figure D). SETTINGS 1 5 4 3 12.3 Setting the Check Filter Reminder 1. Use the Navigational Quad Keypad to scroll from Language to Filter by using the Down button.
J-400 Series TIME 5 4 3 4. With the “Set Month” highlighted (Figure G), use the Left or Right button n the Quad keypad to scroll through selection. Once the correct month is displayed, press the Down button to enable the day selection. Year Hour Set Month Jan Day Press Select to save Figure G Year Month Day Set Day Press to save Figure H DATE & TIME Date Settings Time Settings Press Select to enter Figure I TIME 5 4 3 2. The screen will open with “Set Clock” highlighted (Figure J).
J-400 Series 4. With “Set Min.” highlighted (Figure L), press the Left (decrease) or Right (increase) button on the Quad keypad to scroll through the selection. Once the correct minutes are displayed, press the Splash button to save your changes. Press button D to return to the Settings 1 Main Menu. TIME 5 4 3 Clock Hour Set Min. Minutes Press 02 Select to save Figure L 12.6 Locking and Unlocking the Topside 1. From the “Date and Time” Menu (Figure M), press button C to access the Lock feature.
J-400 Series 13.0 Programming Instructions for Settings 2 Menus The “Settings 2” screen allows you to program Heating, Primary Filter and Secondary Filter modes. 13.1 Programming Heating Cycles Your Jacuzzi spa is equipped with two modes of heating. An automatic mode called “Auto-Heating”, where the spa’s temperature is maintained at all times by the “Setpoint”. The second mode is called “Programmable”, where the spa will only activate the heater at set times programmed by you.
J-400 Series 13.2 Auto-Heating Mode HEATING Auto-Heating mode is typically selected Auto-Heating by customers in cold climates where heat Programmable Select up times are extended due to lower ambient temperatures. In this mode, water temperature is regulated by the set Press to set temperature which activates the heater Figure C automatically as needed. Note: If you elect to use Auto-Heating, you can skip this section. Auto-Heating is the default spa setting. A 1.
J-400 Series 2. From this menu (Figure D), you can set the days, times, and duration. With “Day Settings” highlighted press the Splash button on the Quad Keypad to confirm selection. PROGRAM A A Day Settings StartTime Duration Press Select to enter Figure D 3. When you enter the submenu (Figure E), you can choose the day(s) you would like “Program A” to run for a heating cycle. Press the Up or Down button (on the Quad keypad) to scroll through and choose the days you would like the heater to activate.
J-400 Series 8. Press the Splash button on the Quad keypad to save your changes and return to the Heating Menu. At this point you can program a Secondary Heating Mode (Program B) or to continue on to the Filtering programming (see Section 13.5, page 64). B. Program B Heating Mode PROGRAMMABLE Program A 1. To program the Secondary Heating mode press the Down button on the Quad Keypad to highlight “Program B” (Figure H). Press the Splash button to enter the submenus for Program B. 2.
J-400 Series 6. Once back to the “Program B” Main PROGRAM B Menu, press the Down button on the Day Settings Quad keypad to highlight “Start Time 1AM Start Time Select Time” (Figure K). Press the Left or Duration B Right button on the Quad Keypad to select the time you wish the spa to Press to save run. Press the Down button on keypad to save setting. Figure K Note: If you are using a standard 12-hour period, you will see the hour displayed as “1PM”. For the 24-hour period it will read “1300”. 7.
J-400 Series 13.5 Programming the Primary Filter Cycle 1. To program the Primary Filter cycle SETTINGS 2 press button A (Figure A). This cycle Primary is mainly used to alter the preSecondary OFF programmed 12-hour running period Heating of the circulation pump. The 12-hour cycle is from 12:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Press to reset to default (If you would like to leave the circulation pump as is, then skip this Figure A section). Upon entering the Primary submenu the “Start Time” will be highlighted (Figure B).
J-400 Series 13.6 Programming the Secondary Filter Cycle 1. To program the Secondary Filter cycle, press button C. This cycle will activate the main jet pump to run for additional filtration when programmed. If you choose not to use this feature, please skip this section. 2. When you enter the Secondary Filter Cycle submenu, the “Day Settings” will be highlighted (Figure E). From this menu, you can set the say, time, and duration. Press the Splash button on the Quad keypad to confirm selection.
J-400 Series 7. Now you will need to adjust the filter cycle “Duration” (Figure H). The duration range is from 0 (OFF) to 120 minutes. Press the Left or Right button on the Quad Keypad to make your adjustments in increments of 15 minutes. SECONDARY Day Settings StartTime Duration OFF Press Select to save Figure G 8. Press the Splash button on the quad keypad to save selection. Then press button D several times to return to the main operation menu (page 35). 14.
J-400 Series 14.1 Cleaning the Filter Cartridges 6:45 PM A programmable “Please Check Filter” reminder appears on the control panel display after a specified number days to F Temp. remind you to clean the skimmer filter and to Please check filter! check the polishing bag filter. This reminder must be reset at each filter cleaning interval. Refer to Section 12.3 (page 56) for additional information and programming details. Your new spa is equipped with an advanced 2-stage filtration system.
J-400 Series or install a new bag every three months.) Located below the bag is a small Proclear filter. Remove the filter by rotating it counterclockwise. For cleaning procedures see step 6 below. Once the filter has been cleaned or replaced, reinstall it into the skimmer below the polishing bag. Replace bag, then install filter lid by rotating it clockwise until you feel it latch in place. DO NOT FORCE LID! FINGER TIGHT ONLY! 4.
J-400 Series To drain your spa, perform the following steps: 1. Turn off power to spa at breaker. 2. Locate the drain valve located on the front left corner on the black plastic pan. Hold the larger (rear) drain valve body to prevent it from turning, then loosen and remove the front cap to expose the underlying male hose threads. 3. Attach a garden hose to the exposed threads. 4. Gently rotate the larger (rear) valve body 1/3 turn counterclockwise to unlock the drain valve. 5.
J-400 Series CAUTION: Never spray cabinet with a high pressure garden hose for any reason since this action may induce an electrical short in the spa’s electrical equipment. 14.6 Maintaining the Cover Using the Jacuzzi insulating spa cover anytime the spa is not in use will significantly reduce your operating costs, heat-up time, and maintenance requirements. To prolong the life of the cover, handle it with care and clean it regularly using mild soap and water.
J-400 Series 6. Remove the equipment-side cabinet panels and locate the drain plugs in the front of each pump (Figure A, page 12). Remove these 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. 7.
J-400 Series CAUTION: Never store hot tub chemicals inside the hot tub’s equipment bay. The equipment bay may reach elevated temperatures, this is where high voltage electronic devices are located. This area is not intended for storage of any kind. 15.1 pH Control pH is a measure of relative acidity or alkalinity of water and is measured on a scale of 0 to 14. The midpoint of 7 is said to be neutral, above which is alkaline and below which is acidic.
J-400 Series 15.4 Ozone Water Maintenance System (Optional) This system is optional on North American models and standard equipment on export 50 Hz modes. If you spa is equipped with the Jacuzzi CD ozone water purification system you will find that your water stays fresh and clear with significantly less chemical usage. You will probably be able to go longer between complete spa drainings.
J-400 Series 3. Communication error: Communication between the control panel and circuit board is faulty. If condition persists, contact your authorized dealer or service organization. 4. Pump does not operate: (Heater is deactivated. The filter/circulation may also be deactivated). Proper flow of water is inhibited or a flow switch has malfunctioned. Check for proper water level and for clogged filter (page 67). If no sound is detected or if a “buzzing” sound is detected, turn off power to the hot tub.
J-400 Series 10. Shorted sensor: The hi-limit temperature sensor is not functional. Heater is disabled. This must be repaired only by a qualified authorized service organization or service technician. 11. Start-up malfunction: Flow switch is non-functional. Closed or shorted flow switch on system start-up (system disabled). This must be repaired only by an authorized dealer or qualified service organization. 12. Open Flow Switch: (Heater is deactivated. The filter/circulation may also be deactivated).
J-400 Series 17. Please Check Filter! This message will appear when the filter reminder time has expired (see Figure B). Please remove the Proclear filters and filter bag for cleaning or replacement. 6:45 PM 102 F Temp. Please check filter! Figure B 18. Feature not installed: (Exterior lights) This message will appear when a user tries to activate the exterior lights and they are not installed (see Figure C). To clear the message press button D to return to Main Menu.
J-400 Series 17.0 Troubleshooting Procedures In the unlikely event your spa is not working the way you believe it should, please first review all the installation and operating instructions in this manual and check the message on the panel display; second, if you are still not satisfied it is working properly, please follow the appropriate troubleshooting instructions. PROBLEM PROCEDURE NONE OF THE COMPONENTS OPERATE (i.e. pump light) Check the control panel lights. 1.
J-400 Series POOR JET ACTION (see pages 22-33) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Make certain the jets pump is turned on. Check position of massage selectors. Open air control for selected jet system. Check for adequate water level. Check for dirty filter (page 67). WATER IS TOO HOT 1. Reduce thermostat setting (page 18). 2. Switch hot tub to “Programmable” mode to turn heater on only during programmed filter cycles (page 60). NO HEAT 1. Check thermostat setting. 2. Keep the cover in place while heating. 3.
J-400 Series 18.0 Typical Spa Wiring Diagrams 18.1 Wiring diagram for North American 60 Hz Models Only A 2-Pole Circuit Breaker with 2-Wire Grounded Load Connection (3 Wires to Hot Tub, 2-Hot (L1-L2), 1-Ground) 240 VAC Ground/Bonding Lug** White (N) Black (L1) Red (L2) 2-Pole GFCI Breaker Red (L2) Black (L1) Main Service Panel with GFCI Green No Load Neutral Wire Note: service disconnect not shown in this diagram. The control box TB1 terminal position varies between models.
J-400 Series 19.0 Optional Jacuzzi J-1000™ Audio System Stereo System Features 19.1 J-1000 Audio System Sound System Controls 5 2 7 6 17 8 4 3 18 9 1 16 10 11 12 13 14 15 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Power On/Off Button Tune/Seek Up/Down Button Volume Up/Down Button Mode Button SEL/EQ Button AS/PS Button MUTE Button BAND/RPT Button ENT/SH/RDM Button USB Docking Station Page 80 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.
J-400 Series 19.2 J-1000 Audio System Sound System Operation 1. Power On and Off Press power button (1) once to turn on stereo system. Press a second time to turn off. 2. Adjusting Volume Press VOL Up/Down button (3) to increase or decrease volume. Current volume setting is briefly displayed (0 to 45). 3. Mute In Radio or AUX mode, press mute button (7) once to mute audio output (“MUTE” appears on display). To restore audio output, press button (7) a second time, or press volume up or down button.
J-400 Series 8. Adjusting Fader Level Press EQ button (5) repeatedly until display reads “FADER.” Press VOL Up/ Down button (3) to choose desired setting. A display of “FADER F-R” indicates center, R01 to 15 indicates rear fade, F01 to 15 indicates front fade. Note: Unit returns to volume mode if volume control is not operated for 3 seconds. 5 2 7 6 17 8 4 1 3 18 9 16 10 12 11 13 14 9.
J-400 Series 12. Open/Close Front Panel Press firmly on the release button (15), then open front panel (16) by gently lifting upward on bottom edge. To close front panel, gently flip panel down, then press firmly on panel directly above release button (15) until you hear an audible “click”. Keep front panel closed at all the times to prevent water intrusion, except when changing discs. NOTE: Never insert wet discs into unit or CD player will be damage! 19.3 J-1000 Audio System Radio Operation 1.
J-400 Series 5. Accessing Preset Stations Press and hold ENT/SH button (9) until display reads “SHIFT”. Repeatedly press TUN up or down button (2) to choose preset 1-6, then press ENT/SH button (9) to confirm selection. 19.4 J-1000 Audio System CD Player Operation 5 2 7 6 17 8 4 1 3 18 9 16 10 11 12 14 13 1. Insert, Play, and Eject a CD 15 Open front panel (16) by pressing firmly on release button (15) and lifting panel upward from bottom edge.
J-400 Series 4. Searching File or Folder in MP3/WMA CD • To Search File in CDP (MP3/WMA) mode: Press AS/PS button (6) to enter track searching mode. Then press the VOL up/down button (3) to scroll through available tracks. At desired track, press ENT button (9) to confirm selection. Once a track is selected, it will automatically begin to play. • To Search Folder in CDP (MP3/WMA) mode: Press and hold AS/ PS button (6) for 2 or more seconds to enter folder searching mode.
J-400 Series 5 • 7 If ONE COPY is selected: The record 2 3 6 17 4 percent “DOWN LOAD xx%” will display 8 1 18 9 on the LCD (17). After copying is finished, the next track will automatically 16 begin playback. 10 • If ALL COPY is selected: “The number of total track --> the number of recorded track” will display on LCD (17). After copying is finished, the unit will beep 11 12 for about 3 seconds, then automatically 13 begin playback of track #1.
J-400 Series 1.) The current track and play time or 2.) It will revert to the first folder and first song*. Please note after a few seconds the stereo display will show audio information from iPod. * Regardless of the Menu > Folder > Track the iPod was in prior to docking to the JBL stereo; most iPods may skip the PLAYLIST Menu, and default to ARTISTS Menu > starts playing All Artists (songs by Artist) in alphabetical order. 2.
J-400 Series 5. • • • Notes for iPod mode In iPod Mode, the play/pause function works. In iPod Mode, the RDM function does not work. In iPod Mode, press RPT button only can play the current track repeatedly. If RPT function is activated, press seek up/down button could not select the next or previous track, it could only go back to the beginning of the current track and begin to play again. 19.7 Docking your iPod Music Player 1.
J-400 Series 19.8 Generic MP3 Player Operation 1. Connecting Your MP3 Player A. Plug in any MP3 player’s headphone output jack with supplied cable into the auxiliary port (11) using the supplied audio RCA cable. Close stereo compartment during use to prevent moisture from entering the compartment. 5 2 7 6 17 8 4 1 3 18 9 16 10 12 11 13 14 2. Setting Up The MP3 Player for Use 15 A. Select preferred song/album/ playlist prior to plugging in MP3 player and start playback. B.
J-400 Series 2. Fogged CDs and Lens This condition may occur when it’s cold. Wipe fogged CDs with a soft cloth. Fogged optical components inside the unit will return to normal operation after an hour in a heated environment. 19.10 J-1000 Audio System Stereo Specifications Tuner FM usable sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 dB FM 50dB quieting sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 dB FM alternate channel selectivity .
J-400 Series 19.11 J-1000 Wireless Remote A. The J-1000 Remote Your spa is equipped with a technologically advance wireless remote (Figure A). Most spa functions can be controlled with the remote. The USB iPod sleek modern design and easy navigation make AUX this remote a great addition to your spa enjoyment. Listed below are the remote features, how 1 1 1 2 to access and control them.
J-400 Series 2 = Show 2 icon: Feature not available. = Jet 1 icon: Allows you to turn on/off the jets pump 1. 1 = Jet 2 icon: Allows you to turn on/off the jets pump 2. 2 USB iPod AUX 1 1 2 2 1 2 = Low Battery icon: Notifies you when the batteries are low and might need to be replaced. This icon will only appear if the battery is low. = Return button: Will return you to the Main menu for most submenus.
J-400 Series USB AUX 1 1 2 2 1 iPod 2 Remote display for spas with the stereo option 1 1 2 2 1 2 Remote display for spas without the stereo option 1. Bonding the remote and spa REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTION When you first use the remote, it will Press the keys below need to be bonded to the spa for operaReturn, up Return, up tional use. To bond the remote: Return, up Select • Press button D and the Down button, at the same time, for 2 seconds (see page 34).
J-400 Series • • • • • Increase the temperature by pressing the Up button. Decrease the temperature by pressing the Down button. Use ºC reading by pressing the Left button. Use ºF reading by pressing the Right button. Go to the Main Menu by pressing the Return button or not pressing any keys for 4 seconds. Note: When you first enter the screen the temperature display will be blinking. You can stop this by pressing any key. 4.
J-400 Series 9. Lock Reminder If you press any key to activate the remote and the lock icon is the only thing showing, then the spa has been locked. You must first unlock the spa from the main control panel to be able to use the remote. B. If your model is equipped with the J-1000 Audio System powered by JBL, the additional functions below are also controllable by your remote. 1. AM Radio Operation AM You can scan through you AM preset stations and adjust the volume with the remote.
J-400 Series 3. CD Operation You can scan through the track numbers and adjust the volume with the remote. When you are in the CD mode the screen will appear like Figure D; then it will change to the track duration screen for the track. Using the Navigational Quad Keypad you can: Figure D • Increase the volume by pressing the Up button. • Decrease the volume by pressing the Down button. • Go to the previous track by pressing the Left button. • Go to the next track by pressing the Right button.
J-400 Series 6. NAND Folder Operation To access the NAND menu, select the USB feature and then press the Up button. You can scan through the folders, track numbers and adjust the volume with the remote. Using the Navigational Quad Keypad you can: • Increase the volume by pressing the Up button. • Decrease the volume by pressing the Down button. Figure G • Go to the previous track by pressing the Left button. • Go to the next track by pressing the Right button. • Pause or play by pressing the Select button.
J-400 Series WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD EXISTS AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE! Never install or remove iPod while hands are wet or while sitting partially immersed or fully immersed in spa! 9. Error has occurred If the remote senses an error that needs attention, it will display the words “Spa” - “Err”, one word at a time, (see Figure J). The words will cycle for 1 second each. Please go to the main spa control panel for further instructions.
