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Owner’s manual
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J-400 s e r i e s
J - 460
J - 465
J - 470
J - 480
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ADDENDUM Jacuzzi J-400 Series Owners Manual, #2530-442U Your new hot tub includes one of two stereo remote styles. Both remotes function 100% identically and contain only minor cosmetic differences outlined below: Style A Style B = 2 2 1 1 = Cosmetic Differences Between Remotes 1. The hand held remote provides you the ability to select the light system color mode. Remote Style A includes a light “MODE” Button. Remote Style B replaces this button with an “AIR” button that is illustrated b
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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. automated spa Operations Your new spa is equipped with an automated “clean-
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Table of Contents 1.0 Important spa Owner Information ......................................................... 1 2.0 FCC notice ............................................................................................... 1 2.1 Industry Canada (IC) Information .............................................................. 1 3.0 Important safety Instructions for all spa Owners ................................ 2 3.1 Entrapment Risk ...............................................................
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11.0 Heating modes ....................................................................................... 37 11.1 Standard Mode (Factory Default) ............................................................ 37 11.2 Economy Mode........................................................................................ 37 11.3 Selecting Standard or Economy Mode .................................................... 37 11.4 Clean-Up “Blow-Out” Cycle .....................................................
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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. We recommend tha
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J-400 Series 3.0 Important safety Instructions for all spa Owners reaD anD FOllOw all InsTruCTIOns CareFull Y! 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: ! 1. DanGer: rIsK OF seVere InJur Y Or DrOwnInG! • Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. • To
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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 (1.5m) of a spa unless such ap
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J-400 Series ! 6. warnInG: rIsK OF seVere InJur Y Or Dea TH! • 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). • Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, diabetes, i
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J-400 Series 9. CauTIOn: T O 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. The spa buyer shall determine whether there are any code restrictions on the use or installation of this spa since local code require
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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 specifica- tions outlined in the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act” (VGB Safety Act). Entrapment risk can be minimized if proper precau- tions are taken. DanGer: rIsK OF PersOnal InJur
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J-400 Series ! 3. DanGer: rIsK OF seVere InJur Y Or DrOwnInG! 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. ! 4. DanGer: rIsK OF seVere InJur Y Or DrOwnInG! evisceration (disembowelment) entrapment: May occur when the buttocks becomes entrapped, inserted or sucked into a suction or outlet open
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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. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this terminal must be connected to the grounding means provided in the electric supply servi
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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 wo
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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. For spas that are to rest on balconies, roofs or other platforms not specifically tied into the main structural support, you shou
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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 self- protective 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 colle
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J-400 Series • All wiring must be copper to ensure proper connections. Do not use aluminum wire. • When using wire larger than #6 (10 mm²), add a junction box near the spa and reduce to short lengths of #8 (8.4 mm²) wire to connect to the spa. 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 b
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J-400 Series Figure a equipment area 11 Flow 10 9 6 8 4 7 3 1 2 2 Note: Pump Locations Vary by Model 6 6 5 1. Control Box 7. Jets Pump #2 2. Power Supply Entrance(s) 8. Filter/Circulation Pump 3. Jet Pump #1 9. Optional CD Ozonator 4. Heater (Purchase Separately) 5. Spa Drain Valve 10. Factory Installed Ozone Injector 6. Pump Drain Plugs(s) 11. Control Panel Figure B Control Box 2 TB1 1 3 1. Terminal Block 2. Bonding Lug 3. Grounding Terminal Page 13
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J-400 Series RED BLUE Figure-C TB1 TB1 Figure-D RED RED BLUE 1 1 BLK BROWN BLK BLK BROWN 2 2 to Circuit to Circuit Green Green Board Board TB3 TB3 all north american 240V models: all export models: 240 VAC, 3-Wire Connection 60 Hz 230 VAC, 3-Wire Connection 50 Hz 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
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J-400 Series Export J-460/J-465/J-470/J-480 Models (50Hz) Voltage: 230 VAC 230 VAC 230 VAC Max. Current Draw: 16A 21A 29A Frequency: 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz Number of Wires: 3 3 3 Circuit Breaker (2-Pole): 20A* 30A** 40A*** In 20A configuration, the heater will not operate while either jets * pump is running. In 30A configuration, the heater will not operate while both jets ** pumps are running. This is the factory setting. In 40A configuration the heater will operate while both jets pumps ***
