TM THE ALEXA Portable Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath does not recommend spa water temperatures in excess of 104°F. Water temperatures in excess of 104°F and prolonged periods of use can raise the internal human body temperature excessively and impair the body’s ability to regulate its internal temperature. Limit your initial use of the spa to 10-15 minutes.
The Alexa™Portable Whirlpool Spa Owner's Manual Model D600000 Contents Specifications & Installation Instructions Inspection and Shipping Claim Unpacking Positioning Your Spa Electrical Requirements Electrical Precautions Outdoor Installation Indoor Installations Drainage Equipment Set-Up 1-5 2 2 3 3,16 3 4 4 4 5 Operating Instructions Basic Control Set-Up Controls Temperature Control Setting the Thermostat Note on Determining Water Temperature Normal Operation Whirlpool System Silent Air Induction Filtr
The Alexa™ Portable Whirlpool Spa Installation Instructions The Alexa™, by Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath, is a portable whirlpool spa which comes with integrated electric heater, filter, skimmer and whirlpool system. The 60" X 72" spa includes a factory installed wood skirt and foam insulation around the spa shell to ensure better heat retention. TOP VIEW STANDARD FEATURES • Two-level seating for three people.
INSTALLATION Inspection and Shipping Claims Check for shipping damage upon receipt of the spa. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath is not responsible for damage to the spa sustained during shipping. If damage is evident before unpacking, see instructions regarding shipping claims on the outside of the carton and immediately file a claim with the carrier.
INSTALLATION Important: Read complete instructions before beginning installation. Positioning Your Spa Because your spa is portable, you can locate it just about anywhere you wish—on a deck, patio, or even indoors. Be sure to position it above ground in an area with good drainage and on a level, continuous surface which can support the weight of the spa , water and people; this weight is approximately 1965 lbs. You must also provide access to the spa’s equipment for service and general maintenance.
INSTALLATION Outdoor Installations Drainage If you install the spa outdoors, we recommend that you provide a concrete pad for it to rest on. To do this, construct forms for a 7' x 6' x 4" thick level pad. Install a #10 gauge wire mesh 6" x 6" steel reinforced grid. Attach a #8 solid copper wire to the grid with a ground clamp. This wire should be long enough to reach the bond bar on the spa System Control Module (min. 36"), but should not be located under the base of the spa. Then pour the concrete pad.
INSTALLATION Equipment Set-Up 1. Remove the plastic sheet covering the spa. Use care; stepping into the spa with shoes will scratch the acrylic surface. Select WHIRLPOOL on the function selector switch. 2. Remove any packing materials from the spa. Add 1/4 cup sodium dichlor (a fast dissolving granular type of chlorine) to the water and let the whirlpool run for 15-20 minutes only. 3. Open the door panel. Select OFF on the function select switch. 4.
OPERATION Basic Control Set-Up The control set-up on your spa is designed to give you fingertip control of the heater, air induction, and whirlpool/filter pump and blower systems of your unit from inside or outside your spa. Follow the basic control set-up described on page 9 to familiarize yourself with the several functions of the control panels.
OPERATION Function Selector Switch To ensure your safety and allow easy operation, your spa is equipped with an air-activated function selector switch located on the control panel at the rim, near the front corner of the spa. This push-button switch selects the following four functions in the continuous sequence indicated: a while and fall a few degrees before the heater turns on again. When the water temperature reaches the temperature set by the thermostat, the heater and motor/pump will turn off.
OPERATION Normal Operation Filtration Whirlpool System When you are ready to leave the spa, select the HEATER/ FILTER mode to maintain the water quality and temperature. If you want to filter the water without heating, select the FILTER ONLY mode. You can enjoy your spa with or without activating the whirlpool. Either way, bathing in your spa can be pleasurable, as well as therapeutic. For a more invigorating spa experience, you can take advantage of the built-in whirlpool system.
MAINTENANCE Water Quality and Water Chemistry Maintaining water quality and water chemistry in your spa is extremely important and should be a regular part of your spa maintenance program, as a neglected spa can be a breeding place for dangerous bacteria. The water quality of your spa is maintained by a combination of filtration and chemistry.
MAINTENANCE Water Chemistry (continued) Balancing Total Alkalinity: Superchlorinate your spa every two weeks when heavily used. If using sodium dichlor, add one heaping tablespoon for each 150 gallons of spa water. Scrub the spa surfaces with this solution to remove any oily deposits. This will ensure that any bacteria or algae which are resistant to the normal disinfectant level are killed. After adding the disinfectant, run the filter system and allow the free chlorine level to return to the 2.0 to 5.
MAINTENANCE Filter Maintenance Water Level/Drain The water level in the spa must be maintained at its normal level, which is approximately 6" from the top of the rim. Evaporation and splashing will cause the water level to drop. When concentrations of impurities from evaporation, water quality chemicals, body oils, perfumes, dirty feet, and winds, etc., accumulate in the spa and cannot be filtered out, it is necessary to drain your spa and refill it with fresh water.
MAINTENANCE Automatic Filtration/Maintenance If you plan to be away, you should maintain minimum water quality by running the filter system. To do this, select the FILTER mode. In this mode, the filter syster will run continuously until you return, unless you use the optional timer.
MAINTENANCE Factory Installed Redwood Skirt Cleaning Your Spa Your Alexa spa is supplied with a factory-installed redwood skirt which completely surrounds the spa. The door can be opened for routine maintenance, setting the timer, and for testing the GFCI before use. Your spa shell consists of two layers of plastic materials. Its smooth top surface of acrylic is tough and durable and contains concentrated color. This is supported by a substantial thickness of fiberglass-reinforced polyester resin.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CAUTION: Do not break seal on the System Control Module door. Opening door voids warranty. This equipment requires qualified service personnel for proper repair. Contact your Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath dealer for service. PROBLEM 1. Heater not functioning. PROBABLE CAUSE A. B. Heater mode not selected. No power to heater. A. B. C. Thermostat set lower than water temperature. High temperature safety switches tripped. C. D. 2. 3. Water not reaching set temperature.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM 6. 7. No water flow from jets. (Continued) Noisy pump and motor. PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY E. Reset button on heater after water has cooled; see *Note if switch continues to trip. F. Reset GFCI. G. * E. High temperature safety switch tripped. F. GFCI tripped. G. Faulty pump or motor. A. B. Clogged strainer(s). Leakage of air into suction line. Vibrating parts attached to motor or support brackets. Malfunctioning safety suction valve. Damaged or worn motor bearings.
IMPORTANT The Alexa™ Portable Whirlpool spa requires a separate 115VAC 20 AMP capacity electrical supply. If the wiring for the circuit in which your spa is connected is not sized properly for 20 AMPS, or if the outlet used is too distant for the main service panel, there may be a considerable voltage drop. Such a voltage drop would not only cause the unit to malfunction, but it may also cause permanent damage to the spa's electrical system.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. USE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH PRODUCT. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath has obtained applicable code (standards) listings generally available on a national basis for products of this type. It is the responsibility of the installer/owner to determine specific local code compliance prior to installation of the product. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath makes no representation or warranty regarding, and will not be responsible for any code compliance.
