Owner`s manual

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Troubleshooting Guide
This guide will assist in solving simple problems with the spa. If
the problem cannot be solved using these procedures,
contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer.
Control panel displays an error message:
Cause: An error has occurred.
Solution: See Diagnostic Messages for specic errors.
Control pad and spa equipment do not operate:
Cause #1: No electrical power to spa.
Solution: Turn on or reset the GFCI circuit breaker. If this does
not solve the problem, have a qualied Electrician check the
electrical service.
Cause #2: The 20 or 30A fuse, depending on the system,
has blown.
Solution: Contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer.
GFCI breaker trips repeatedly:
Cause #1: Improper wiring to spa or GFCI breaker is defective.
Solution: Consult with a qualied Electrician.
Cause #2: There is a defective component on the spa.
Solution: Contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer.
Spa pump turns off during operation:
Cause #1: Automatic timer has completed its 30 or 120
minute cycle.
Solution: Turn on the pump.
Cause #2: Pump has overheated due to the vents on the
equipment door being blocked.
Solution: Clear items away from vents.
Cause #3: The pump motor is defective.
Solution: Contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer.
Spa will not heat:
Cause #1: Slice valve is partially or fully closed.
Solution: Open slice valve and secure with valve keeper.
Cause #2: Thermostat has been turned down.
Solution: Adjust thermostat to desired temperature.
Cause #3: High limit sensor has tripped.
Solution: Press any button to reset.
Cause #4: Heating system is defective.
Solution: Contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer.
Spa light does not work:
Cause #1: Light bulb has burned out.
Solution: Replace light bulb.
Cause #2: Lighting system is defective.
Solution: Contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer.
Spa pump will not turn on, creates a burning
smell while running, or makes excessive noise
while running:
Cause: Pump motor is defective.
Solution: Contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer.
Jets surge on and off:
Cause: Water level is too low.
Solution: Adjust water to the water level indication mark on
the faceplate of the lter assembly.
Jets are weaker than normal or do not work at
all, but the pump is running:
Cause #1: Jet handle(s) are partially or fully closed.
Solution: Open jet handle(s).
Cause #2: Filter cartridge is dirty.
Solution: See Cleaning the Filter.
Cause #3: There is air trapped in the spa equipment or its
face piping.
Solution: Open the air bleed valve on each pump’s housing
and allow air to bleed out of the system. Be sure to tighten
each air bleed valve as soon as water starts to ow.
Cause #4: The suction tting(s) are blocked.
Solution: Remove any debris that may be blocking the
suction tting(s).
Cause #5: The JetZone Divider
™
is not installed (if applicable).
Solution: Re-install in the appropriate JetPak
™
.
NOTE: Running the spa without a JetZone Divider can cause
serious damage to the pumps.
Cause #6: Slice valve is closed.
Solution: Open valve and secure with valve keeper.
Operation