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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

SURFACE AND SLAB/PAD REQUIREMENTS

1. Heritage Spas recommends your new spa be placed on a 4” (100 mm) thick reinforced concrete pad or level foundation capable of supporting the total filled weight of your specific spa model. The foundation should support the entire base of the spa and must offer structural integrity for the life of the spa. A typical spa, filled with water, could weigh as much as 2.5 tons, and if the concrete is not fully cured, it could easily crack. “AN UNEVEN OR UNSTABLE foundation or the use of shims of any kind may cause the spas to buckle, distort, and/or crack, and will void the warranty of your spa”.

2. If your spa is located near water sprinklers, adjust or cap them so the water will not hit the wood cabinet of the spa.

3. Balconies and decks must be constructed to current Australian Standards and local council codes to safely support the maximum load of your water filled spa and the number of people using the spa. Check with your licensed builder for these safety specifications.

4. Access gates on pool fencing must be self-closing and self-locking. Check your local codes for regulations regarding fences and gates.

5. Ensure that the spa installation and location allows a clear and unobstructed access to the spa. It is the responsibility of the owner to provide clear access on all sides of the spa for service. Failure to do so may result in additional charges or assessments to service and/or repair the spa.

6. Assure accessibility is maintained to your spa should the need arise. Your spa is an appliance and may require occasional service requirements. Assure the installation allows access to the equipment area, side panels, and removal of the spa if possible.

WARNING: Construction or reconstruction costs associated with spa removal or reinstallations are not covered by the warranty.

Position

7. When deciding where to position your Heritage spa, consider how you are going to get access in and out of your spa. Where you are going to place your cover when not in use and is there enough room to access all equipment for servicing of your spa. Your Heritage spa needs to be positioned so that you have clear access to all equipment. Equipment is located under the touch pad and in some cases down one or more sides of the spa, this can be accessed by removing the doors of the cabinet, if you are unsure please contact Heritage spas for assistance.

Site preparation

8. Your Heritage spa has been designed to evenly support the weight of the spa water and the users. The spa requires a good solid level foundation to sit on. If the foundation is not adequate the spa may stress and cause damage to the spa that will not be covered by warranty.

Ventilation

9. If your Heritage spa is enclosed please ensure that there is adequate ventilation. Spas produce considerable amounts of condensation which could damage walls and ceilings.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Electrical information

In all cases the electrical supply to your new swim spa will require a dedicated circuit with no other power appliance or socket sharing the power. The electrical supply must be installed by a qualified electrician to comply with all regulations and standards specified by the electrical authority. Using extension leads will void your warranty.

IMPROPER INSTALLATION MAY RESULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE AND VOID THE WARRANTY.

NOTE: Do not turn on electrical power to your spa until you are told to do so later in the Owner’s Manual.

1. By law only a licensed electrician can perform the electrical installation. Improper electrical connections may damage the equipment, cause injury, cause a fire, and void your spa warranty.

2. It is the responsibility of the spa owner to ensure that a qualified electrician performs the electrical installation. This installation must be in accordance with the Australian Standards, local and state electrical codes; and the manufacturer’s instructions.

3. This equipment has been designed to operate on 240V 50Hz alternating current.

4. This spa must be connected to a dedicated branch circuit.

5. The electrical supply for this spa must include a suitably rated switch or circuit

breaker to open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply with

An isolator switch must be located where visible from the spa.

6. The electrical circuit to the spa must include a Class A type Ground Fault Circuit

Interrupter (GFCI).

7. All supply wires must be copper and rated at a minimum of (75°C).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

1. Circuit breaker amperages may vary according to the area of installation. Please check local electrical codes to verify requirements and assure compliance. Spas purchased not fully equipped may operate at a reduced total amp rating thus allowing installation of a lower rate GFCI circuit breaker and service installation.

2. The minimum wire size does not account for the distance of wire run to the spa from the service input.

3. The equipment type column does not include the circulation pump.

4. Only a licensed electrician should size and install the electrical connections to the spa.

5. A jumper in the equipment control box configures the mode. In the HC mode, the heater will operate with two pumps operative. In the LC mode, the heater turns off if either pump is in high speed or if the blower is turned on.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

The connection of your spa if hard wired and/or above 15amp can only be carried out by a licensed electrician.

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WATER CHEMISTRY

Maintaining proper water chemistry is imperative to maintaining safe water and Preventing possible damage to your spa and spa components.

START-UP PROCEDURES

1. Fill spa to correct level half way up skimmer face.

3. Test and adjust total alkalinity – run pump for ½ hour.

4. Test and adjust pH – run pump for ½ hour.

5. If sanitizing with chlorine, use only a granular “Lithium” compound (see Chlorine in this section).

a. Shock water with potassium peroxymonosulfate or Lithium with jets running.

6. If sanitizing with bromine, add sodium bromide with jets running (see Bromine in this section).

7. Run pump for ½ hour.

WATER QUALITY

Filtering the water helps maintain water cleanliness and clarity. While the filter traps most solid materials, it is still necessary to add a sanitizer such as bromine or chlorine to the water in order to control bacteria, algae, and to oxidize any organic materials in the water.

We recommend that you purchase your chemicals from your authorized Heritage Spas dealer. The dealer can also advise you on alternative methods for water sanitation. Use of the wrong chemicals can be dangerous and may void the warranty on your spa.

BALANCED WATER

When ever you re-fill your spa you first need to check the water for PH and total alkalinity levels. Follow the guide below until your spa water is balanced to required PH, Alkalinity and Chlorine levels. Use test strips to do these tests and to determine the correct levels. The correct levels are clearly marked and color coded on the reverse of the bottle of test strips.

Step 1.

Alkalinity – Ideal is 80-120ppm

If adjustment required use OSPA pH & TA Increaser to increase level

• Use 15gms per 1000 litres = 10ppm

Step 2.

PH – Ideal is 7.4 – 7.6

If adjustment required use OSPA pH Down to reduce level

• Use 15gms per 1000 litres = 10ppm

NOTE – Total Alkalinity will reduce when you reduce PH

SANITISED WATER

When Filling or Re-filling your spa – Add OSPA Lithium Spa Chlorine

• 75gms per 1000 litres

If using Nature 2 insert 1 Stick into your filter and replace this approximately every 4 months depending on spa usage.

PH CONTROL

All water has a pH value determined by a scale of 0-14, which is a measure of the acid to alkaline relationship. While a pH reading of 7.0 is considered neutral, a lower reading is considered acidic and a higher reading is alkaline. The proper pH for spa water is between 7.2-7.6. High pH (above 7.8) can reduce sanitizer efficiency, cloud the water, promote scale formation on spa surface and equipment and interfere with filter operations. When pH is too high, add a pH decreaser. Low pH (below 7.2) is equally damaging and can cause equipment corrosion, water that is irritating, and rapid sanitizer dissipation. Add pH increaser to adjust the level. Follow the chemical manufacturer’s directions and procedures when adding chemicals to spa water.

NOTE: Always add pH adjuster with jets operating and circulate all chemicals for at least 30 minutes.Remember that good pH control and sanitation are absolutely essential for proper spa water treatment.

TOTAL ALKALINITY

Total alkalinity is the amount of carbonate, bicarbonate, and hydroxyl ions in the water. Total alkalinity affects and buffers the pH of the water. With high total alkalinity (above 160), pH resists adjustment. With low total alkalinity (below 130), pH is unstable and difficult to keep in the ideal range. Proper total alkalinity levels allow other spa chemicals to work effectively.

WATER TREATMENT

SANITIZERS

The importance of maintaining adequate levels of sanitizer in your spa cannot be overemphasized. Warm water presents a fertile environment for the growth of bacteria and viruses. This growth is prevented when adequate sanitizer levels are continuously maintained.

WARNING – Sanitizers such as tri-chlor (tablets or sticks), calcium hypochlorite, sodium hypochlorite, and any chemical that dissolves on or remains un-dissolved in contact with the spa surface will damage your spa surface and will void the warranty completely.

BROMINE

Bromine was a common sanitizer used in spas. We have found, with use of bromine tablets in spas, Do not drop bromine tablets directly into the water as this may damage the spa surface. A chemical “floater” safely and properly dispenses the tablets into the spa water. When used properly, brominating tablets will keep your water clean, clear, and odor-free.

CHLORINE (LITHIUM)

Chlorine also is a water sanitizer, however it is more sensitive to pH. To be effective, you must have a pH range of 7.2-7.6. Any reading outside this range will greatly reduce chlorine effectiveness. Use a chlorine test kit or test strip to maintain a reading of 2.0-3.0 ppm of free chlorine. If the reading is below the minimum, raise the level before using the spa. If the reading is above 5.0 ppm, allow ppm to drop to proper range before using the spa. Read the instructions on your chlorine container carefully, or consult your local Heritage Spas dealer if you are having difficulty adjusting your chlorine level. The best chlorine for your spa is a granular “LITHIUM” compound. It dissolves quickly in moving water and has a nearly neutral pH. Add chlorine while jets are running and let the jets run for ½ hour. (water clean cycle)

Generally, heavily contaminated water can be disinfected using large chlorine doses, in the range of 8-10 ppm, but a more practical method is to drain the spa and refill it with fresh water.

The effectiveness of chlorine is decreased when the cover is left off the water for two

reasons: (1) sunlight decays chlorine rapidly, and (2) organic debris is blown into

the spa and taxes the effectiveness of the chlorine. In addition, the higher the water

temperature, the faster chlorine will decay.

NOTE: Two or more individuals in a spa may reduce the level of sanitizer rapidly.

To put this in perspective for you an average spa contains 1,000lts of water. An average family pool is 9meters long and contains 50,000lts of water. So the two people in the spa, is equivalent to 100 people in the pool. You can see now how much potential there is for your spa water to “go off”.

SUPER CHLORINATION

Super chlorination quickly oxidizes the spa water to burn out wastes such as perspiration, hairspray, lotions, etc. that cannot be removed by the spa filter. This waste build-up reduces the power of the sanitizer, making the water dull and irritating to the eyes and skin. It may also produce an odor. When this occurs, the free chlorines have become chloramines, which are much less effective as a sanitizer. This can be eliminated by super chlorination as needed. An application of 5 times the normal chlorine dosage will act as an adequate treatment.

SHOCK TREATMENTS (POTASSIUM PEROXYMONOSULFATE OR LITHIUM)

Even with regular sanitization, shock treatment may be necessary on occasion. Shockis recommended over super chlorination because it does not add additional sanitizerto the water. It is also effective in oxidizing wastes and will reduce chloramines orbromamines. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions listed on the label.

WATER TESTING

It is recommended that you test your spa water regularly with an accurate test kit or test strip. These are available from your local authorized HERITAGE Spas dealer. Be sure to follow the chemical manufacturer’s instructions for chemical use. IT IS ALSO

ADVISED TO HAVE YOUR WATER TESTED AT A TRUSTED SPA SHOP EVERY THREE WEEKS.

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Heritage Spas is happy to bring you the longest spa warranty’s in Australia. You can be confident that we stand by our product as we bring you the following warranties.

Note: *Please refer to your Spa User Manual After Purchase for More Detailed Information.

WARRANTY

12 YEAR STRUCTURAL WARRANTY

Heritage Spas warrants the structure of the pool shell against defects and workmanship and material for a period of twelve years subject to the limitations and conditions listed in this warranty.

7 YEAR ACRYLIC WARRANTY

Heritage Spas warrants the acrylic surface against defects in workmanship for a period of seven years.

3 YEAR JET WARRANTY

Heritage Spas warrants all jet face and spa fittings (air buttons, venturi, etc.) for a period of three years in regards to defects in material or workmanship

2 YEAR PUMP AND EQUIPMENT WARRANTY

Heritage Spas warrants the pumps and electronic equipment against defects due to materials or workmanship for 2 years.

3 YEAR PLUMBING WARRANTY

Heritage Spas warrants all plumbing conduits against defects in material or workmanship for a period of 3 years.

2 YEAR TIMBER CABINET STRUCTUAL WARRANTY

Heritage Spas warrants the cabinet against defects in materials and workmanship at the time of delivery to the original purchaser.

OTHER WARRANTIES

The Spa Cover, Spa Heater and Ozone bulb are covered for 12 months from date of purchase by Heritage Spas or longer if the Manufacturers Warranty is longer.

COMMERCIAL USE WARRANTY

Commercial use of Spas will attract a 2 year warranty period only, where warranty above specifies longer periods.

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Heritage Spas Is happy to be associated with MyBuy Financing Solutions.

We will be able to get the following benefits by choosing MyBuy as your finance company.

* Fast approvals – Standard approvals can take 10 Minutes.

* Purchase on No Deposit No Interest Terms

* Borrow from $300 to $20,000

* Options of interest free and deferred payment

* Low Minimum Monthly Commitment

* Flexible Repayments

* No fee for overpayments

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