FREEFLOW TRISTAR (02) PDF MANUAL

FREEFLOW TRISTAR (02) PDF SUMMARY:

What should I do before the delivery of my new spa?

Read the booklet carefully to ensure the safe, secure, and timely installation of your new spa. The booklet provides guidelines on how to prepare for delivery and setup of your new spa. Specifically covered are site selection, delivery access, ground preparation, and electrical requirements. Review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies your spa, and register the spa’s warranty within 10 days of delivery at freeflowspas.com/owners-corner. The Owner’s Manual is in the Owner’s Package attached to the filter ring of your spa.

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What information will I need to provide when registering my spa?

You will need to provide the date purchased, date installed, dealer name, dealer address, and dealer telephone number.

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What permits may be required for the installation of my spa?

Permits may be required for the installation of electrical circuits or the construction of exterior surfaces like decks and gazebos. Some communities have residential barrier codes that may require fencing and/or self-closing gates to prevent unsupervised access to a pool or spa by children under 5 years of age. Your spa is equipped with a locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346-91 Standard for Safety Covers and is usually exempt from most barrier requirements. Your local Building Department will inform you of any applicable barrier requirements when a permit is obtained for the installation of an electrical circuit. Your dealer can provide information on which permits may be required.

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What should I consider when choosing a location for my spa?

Site selection and preparation are your responsibility. Always place your spa on a structurally sound, level surface. Make sure the location you choose can support the weight of your filled spa. Locate the equipment compartment where water will drain away from it to prevent damage to the electronics or tripping the house’s circuit breaker. Leave easy access to the circuit breakers in the subpanel (230 volt converted models), or to the GFCI on the end of the power cord (115 volt models).

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What should I avoid when installing my spa?

Never let water get into the subpanel (230 volt converted models), into the GFCI (115 volt models), or into the electrical outlet that your spa is plugged into. Do not shim your spa in any manner, as this could cause the cabinet to warp, thereby voiding the warranty. Do not connect your spa to an extension cord.

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What are some things to consider for outdoor and patio installations?

It is important to have a solid foundation to support the spa. Structural damage to the spa resulting from incorrect installation or placement on an inadequate foundation is not covered under the spa’s limited warranty. A reinforced concrete pad at least four inches (10 cm) thick is suggested for outdoor installations. The reinforcing rod or mesh in the pad should be attached to a bond wire. All spas may be installed onto a deck, provided that the load capacity of the deck is greater than the dead weight of the spa.

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What do I need to know for deck installations?

To be certain your deck can support your spa, you must know the deck’s maximum load capacity. Consult a qualified building contractor or structural engineer before you place the spa on an elevated deck or indoors. To find the weight of your spa, its contents and occupants, refer to the Spa Specification chart on back of this guide. This weight per square foot must not exceed the structure’s rated capacity, or serious structural damage could result.

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What should I consider for indoor installations?

Water will accumulate around the spa, so flooring materials must provide a good grip when wet. Proper drainage is essential to prevent a build-up of water around the spa. When building a new room for the spa, it is recommended that a floor drain be installed. The humidity will naturally increase with the spa installed. Water may get into woodwork and produce dry rot, mildew, or other problems. Check for airborne moisture’s effects on exposed wood, paper, etc. in the room. To minimize these effects, it is best to provide plenty of ventilation to the spa area. An architect can help to determine if more ventilation must be installed. Your dealer can help you with local information such as zoning regulations and building codes.

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What should I do to prepare for spa delivery?

Locate the dimensions of your spa on the chart provided. Contact your dealer to find the height and width added by the delivery cart. Use the height of the cart plus the dimension shown as H to determine the vertical clearance required to pass the spa and cart. Use the width of the cart, or dimension W, whichever is greater, to determine the maximum width of clearance necessary. Use the length dimension L when making any sharp turns to determine the maximum clearance required. Note that it may be necessary to allow for additional overhead clearance if the spa will be rolled up or down an incline or moved up or down a short flight of stairs. Check for protruding electric meters, A/C units, low roof eaves, overhanging branches, rain gutters, branches, dog houses, firewood, and gates.

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What if my spa needs to be lifted over a wall?

If the spa has to be taken off of the cart to go over a wall, a crane will be required. The crane has a truck-mounted boom which can fit right in your driveway and is run by a licensed and insured operator. The crane operator will lift your spa over walls, buildings, or any other obstruction and place it as close to the installation site as possible. You may be required to pay for the crane services at the completion of the delivery.

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What are acceptable foundations for my spa?

While a concrete slab is best for long-term use, other foundations are acceptable as long as a level base is prepared prior to delivery. Examples of alternatives to a concrete slab include brick surfaces and wood decking.

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What are my responsibilities regarding the spa foundation?

As a homeowner, it is your responsibility to provide a suitable, level foundation for your spa. Most delivery crews are not equipped to level and prepare spa sites. Ensure that the spa is leveled within ½" per 10’ (1 cm per 3 m) after it has been installed.

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What are the dimensions of the Monterey™ / Premier spa?

The Monterey™ / Premier spa has a width of 34" (86 cm), a length of 7’3" (221 cm), and a height of 6’5" (196 cm). The spa’s dimensions when laid on its side are shown in a diagram. The dimensions of the door are 38" x 26.5" (96.5 x 67 cm) and the wood panel is 49" x 26.5" (124 x 67 cm).

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What are the dimensions of the Excursion ® / Premier spa?

The Excursion ® / Premier spa has a width of 33” (84 cm), a length of 7’2” (218 cm), and a height of 6’5” (196 cm). The spa’s dimensions when laid on its side are shown in a diagram. The dimensions of the door are 31.5" x 24" (80 x 61 cm) and the wood panel is 46.5" X 24" (118 x 61 cm).

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What are the dimensions of the Azure™ / Premier spa?

The Azure™ / Premier spa has a width of 33” (84 cm), a length of 6’9" (206 cm), and a height of 5’3" (160 cm). The spa’s dimensions when laid on its side are shown in a diagram. The dimensions of the door are 39.5" x 24" (100 x 61 cm) and the wood panel is 37" x 24" (94 x 61 cm).

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What are the dimensions of the Aptos ® spa?

The Aptos ® spa has a width of 34” (86 cm), a length of 6’6” (198 cm), and a height of 6’6” (198 cm). The spa’s dimensions when laid on its side are shown in a diagram.

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What are the dimensions of the Cascina ® spa?

The Cascina ® spa has a width of 32” (81 cm), a length of 5’8” (173 cm), and a height of 5’3” (160 cm). The spa’s dimensions when laid on its side are shown in a diagram.

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What are the dimensions of the Tristar™ spa?

The Tristar™ spa has a width of 31” (79 cm), a length of 5’10" (178 cm), and a height of 5’10" (178 cm). The spa’s dimensions when laid on its side are shown in a diagram.

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What are the dimensions of the Mini™ spa?

The Mini™ spa has a width of 28” (71 cm), a length of 6’ (183 cm), and a height of 3’11” (119 cm). The spa’s dimensions when laid on its side are shown in a diagram.

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What are the electrical requirements for my spa?

All electrical circuits must be installed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Freeflow spas are available as 115 volt or 230 volt convertible heating systems. These models come standard from the factory with 115 volt heating systems but can be converted to 230 volt operation with the addition of a subpanel and a control box wiring change.

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What are the electrical requirements for 115 volt 15 amp operation?

The heater will provide approximately 1000 watts of heat only when the pump is operating in LOW speed and the thermostat is calling for heat. The heater does not operate when the pump is on high speed. It is recommended that the 115 volt spa be on a dedicated 15 amp, 115 volt circuit. Each 115 volt model comes with approximately 13 feet (4 m) of usable power cord. The power cord will come out of the bottom of the equipment compartment when the spa is installed. In addition to the dedicated 15 amp, 115 volt GFCI protected circuit, your spa requires a 15 amp single receptacle. This receptacle should contain an outdoor-rated, weather-resistant receptacle cover plate. The single receptacle and cover plate should be installed by your electrician prior to the delivery of your spa. The electrical outlet should be no closer than five feet (1.5 m) and no farther than ten feet (3 m) from the spa. The 115 volt GFCI switch and the receptacle must be protected from weather and landscape sprinklers.

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What are the benefits of converting to a 115 volt 30 amp system?

The heater will provide approximately 1000 watts of heat when the pump is operating in LOW or HIGH speed and the thermostat is calling for heat. All converted models require a 30 amp, single phase, 115 volt circuit breaker in the main electrical service panel. All converted spas must be wired in accordance with applicable local and national electrical codes, and all electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician. A subpanel is required to supply power and protect the spa. The subpanel containing a GFCI breaker must be purchased separately.

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What are the benefits of converting to a 230 volt 50 amp system?

The heater will provide approximately 4000 watts of heat when the pump is operating in LOW or HIGH speed and the thermostat is calling for heat. All converted models require a 50 amp, single phase, 230 volt circuit breaker in the main electrical service panel. All 230 volt spas must be wired in accordance with applicable local and national electrical codes, and all electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician. A subpanel is required to supply power and protect the spa. The subpanel containing a GFCI breaker must be purchased separately.

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Where should the subpanel be mounted?

The subpanel should be mounted in the vicinity of the spa but it should not be closer than five (5) feet from the spa water edge.

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When should my electrician complete the wiring connections?

After the spa has been installed by the dealer’s delivery crew, your electrician can connect the conduit from the subpanel to the spa’s control box and then complete the wiring connections in the control box.

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What is the wire specification for 230 volt models?

Long electrical runs may require a larger gauge feed wire than stated. All wiring must be copper to ensure adequate connections. Do not use aluminum wire. For 230V wiring, use 4 wires/Minimum 50 amp GFCI Breaker #8 AWG 75°C Copper Wire Minimum (less than 100’ (30 m) length).

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What should I check if the GFCI breaker trips immediately after attempting to turn on?

Check the White Neutral Wire that is connected to the spa.

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What services are included in the delivery of my spa?

The delivery services include a pre-delivery site inspection, delivering the spa to the installation site, unwrapping the spa and hauling away packaging material, setting up the spa, filling the spa with water, connecting the spa to its power source (115 volt models), and explaining and testing the spa’s operation.

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What spa operations will be explained and tested during delivery?

The jet system, set temperature control, and control panel functions will be explained and tested.

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What safety features will be explained during delivery?

The GFCI, heater high limit, and heater thermal cut-off will be explained.

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What else is included in the spa delivery service?

The delivery service also includes a general spa operation and maintenance orientation, water quality and maintenance orientation, adjusting the water’s Total Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness and pH, sanitizing the water, inspecting the spa cover, placing it on the spa, reviewing winterizing instructions, reviewing the Owner’s Manual, a follow-up call, and an in-store spa water analysis.

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What additional products are available from the spa dealer?

The following products are available: Ozone System, Cover Lifter, Spa Step, Filter.

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What should I do before placing the spa on an elevated deck?

Watkins Wellness suggests a structural engineer or contractor be consulted before the spa is placed on an elevated deck.

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What is included in the “Filled Weight” and “Dead Weight” of the spa?

The “Filled Weight” and “Dead Weight” of the spa includes the weight of the occupants (assuming an average occupant weight of 175 lbs).

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Which spas can be converted to 230 volts?

All spas listed in the specifications can be converted to 230 Volts requiring a 50 amp service.

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What are the specifications for the Monterey spa?

The Monterey spa has a footprint of 7’3" x 6’5", a height of 34", an effective filter area of 50 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 320 gallons, a dry weight of 376 lbs, a filled weight of 4,270 lbs, a dead weight of 100 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.

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What are the specifications for the Monterey Premier spa?

The Monterey Premier spa has a footprint of 7’3" x 6’5", a height of 34", an effective filter area of 50 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 320 gallons, a dry weight of 416 lbs, a filled weight of 4,310 lbs, a dead weight of 100 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.

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What are the specifications for the Excursion spa?

The Excursion spa has a footprint of 7’2" x 6’5", a height of 33", an effective filter area of 50 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 290 gallons, a dry weight of 414 lbs, a filled weight of 3,708 lbs, a dead weight of 90 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.

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What are the specifications for the Excursion Premier spa?

The Excursion Premier spa has a footprint of 7’2" x 6’5", a height of 33", an effective filter area of 50 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 290 gallons, a dry weight of 454 lbs, a filled weight of 3,748 lbs, a dead weight of 90 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.

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What are the specifications for the Azure spa?

The Azure spa has a footprint of 6’9" x 5’3", a height of 33", an effective filter area of 50 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 225 gallons, a dry weight of 326 lbs, a filled weight of 2,903 lbs, a dead weight of 90 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.

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What are the specifications for the Azure Premier spa?

The Azure Premier spa has a footprint of 6’9" x 5’3", a height of 33", an effective filter area of 50 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 225 gallons, a dry weight of 366 lbs, a filled weight of 2,943 lbs, a dead weight of 90 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.

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What are the specifications for the Aptos spa?

The Aptos spa has a footprint of 6’6" x 6’6", a height of 34", an effective filter area of 50 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 265 gallons, a dry weight of 359 lbs, a filled weight of 3,445 lbs, a dead weight of 115 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.

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What are the specifications for the Cascina spa?

The Cascina spa has a footprint of 5’8" x 5’3", a height of 32", an effective filter area of 50 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 185 gallons, a dry weight of 284 lbs, a filled weight of 2,527 lbs, a dead weight of 95 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.

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What are the specifications for the Tristar spa?

The Tristar spa has a footprint of 5’10" x 5’10", a height of 31", an effective filter area of 50 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 185 gallons, a dry weight of 302 lbs, a filled weight of 2,370 lbs, a dead weight of 155 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.

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What are the specifications for the Mini spa?

The Mini spa has a footprint of 6’ x 3’11", a height of 28", an effective filter area of 25 ft², a heater of 1,000 or 4,000 watts, a water capacity of 120 gallons, a dry weight of 250 lbs, a filled weight of 1,601 lbs, a dead weight of 75 lbs/ft², and requires 115 volt, 15 amp or 30 amp GFCI protected circuit.