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J-300 Collection
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J - 335
J - 345
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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 alleviate 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 operations Approximately two minutes after power is applied to
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J-300 Table of Contents 1.0 Important Spa Owner Information.....................................1 2.0 FCC Notice ..........................................................................1 3.0 Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners ...........2 3.1 Entrapment Risk ............................................................................ 6 3.2 Hyperthermia ................................................................................. 7 3.3 Important Additional CSA Safety Instructi
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J-300 12.6 Maintaining The Synthetic Cabinet .............................................. 35 12.7 Winterizing ................................................................................... 35 12.8 Restarting Your Spa in Cold Weather .......................................... 36 13.0 Water Quality Maintenance ..............................................36 13.1 pH Control.................................................................................... 37 13.2 Sanitizing ..............
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J-300 1.0 Important spa owner Information Your Jacuzzi J-300 Collection 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 and wall fittings 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
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J-300 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 avoid
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J-300 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 appliances are built-in by the manufacturer. • Never bring any electrical appliances into or near the spa. • Never operate any electrical appliances from inside the spa or when you are wet. • The electrical supply for
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J-300 • Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, diabetes, infectious diseases or immune deficiency syndromes should consult a physician before using a spa. • If you experience breathing difficulties in association with using or operating your spa, discontinue use and consult your physician. • Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa since some medication may induce drowsine
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J-300 10. 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. 11. 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 requirements v
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J-300 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 Y or D
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J-300 ! 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 opening. •
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J-300 3.3 Important additional 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
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J-300 4.0 Choosing a location ImporT anT: Because of the combined weight of the spa, water and users, it is extremely important that the base upon which the spa rests be smooth, flat, level and capable of uniformly supporting this weight, without shifting or settling, for the entire time the spa is in place. If the spa is placed on a surface which does not meet these requirements, damage to the skirt and/or the spa shell may result. Damage caused by improper support is not covered under wa
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J-300 4.1 outdoor location In selecting the ideal outdoor location for your spa, we suggest that you take into consideration: • The proximity to changing area and shelter (especially in colder weather). • The pathway to and from your spa (this should be free of debris so that dirt and leaves are not easily tracked into the spa). • The closeness to trees and shrubbery (remember that leaves and birds could create extra work in keeping the spa clean). • A sheltered environment (less wind and w
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J-300 • proper ventilation: Proper ventilation should be discussed with an engineer or authority competent enough to understand the necessary provisions needed to vent moist or heated air and air associated with chemical odors outdoors. When the spa is in use considerable amounts of moisture will escape, potentially causing mold and mildew over time which can damage certain surfaces and/ or surroundings. • sufficient access: In the unlikely event that you should ever need to access or gain
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J-300 5.0 General electrical safety Instructions Your new Jacuzzi spa is equipped with a “state-of-the-art” equipment system. It contains the most advanced safety and self-protective equipment in the industry. Nonetheless, this spa must be installed properly to insure dependable usage. Please contact your 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 collecto
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J-300 north american J-335, J-345, J-355, J-365 and J-375 Models (60 hz) 240V/40A* 240V/50A** 240V/60A*** Circuit Breaker (2-Pole): 40A 50A 60A Number of Wires: 3 3 3 Frequency: 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz Current Draw: 26A 36A 45A In 40A configuration, the heater will not operate while either jets * pump is running in high speed. Note: pump 2 runs only in high speed. In 50A configuration, the heater will not operate while both jets ** pumps are running in high speed. This is the factory setting. No
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J-300 export J-335, J-345, J-355, J-365 and J-375 Models (50 hz) 230V/20A* 230V/30A** 230V/40A*** Circuit Breaker: 20A 30A 40A Number of Wires: 3 3 3 Frequency: 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz Current Draw: 15A 23A 29A In 20A configuration, the heater will not operate while either jets * pump is running in high speed. This is the factory setting. Note: pump 2 runs only in high speed. In 30A configuration, the heater will operate while one jets pump ** is running in high speed. Note: pump 2 runs only in
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J-300 7.0 electrical w iring Instructions ImporT anT noTICe: The electrical wiring of this spa must meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code/USA (NEC) and any applicable state or local codes. The electrical circuit must be installed by a qualified electrician and approved by a local building/ electrical inspection authority. 1. Convertible 120/240V Power Models: ! • DanGer: t o DeCrease the risk oF shoCk, proDuCT DamaGe or eleCTrICal FIre. 120v “plug-in” operation: This spa
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J-300 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. 7. The electrical circuit supplied for the spa must include a suitable ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) as required by NEC/USA Article 680-42. 8. To gain access to the spa’s power terminal block, remove the screws securing the synthetic cabinet panel under the control panel (Figure A). Then remove the four control box door screws and doo
