Jacuzzi J-220 User Manual
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4. Turn off power to the spa.
5. Remove the synthetic cabinet panel under the control panel and
5. Remove the synthetic cabinet panel under the control panel and
locate the drain plugs on the front of the pump(s), (Figure-A, page
2). Remove plugs to allow water to drain out of pumps and heater.
Note: Approximately one to two gallons will be released during this
procedure. Use a wet/dry vacuum or other means to keep this from
flooding the equipment compartment. Replace the drain plugs.
2). Remove plugs to allow water to drain out of pumps and heater.
Note: Approximately one to two gallons will be released during this
procedure. Use a wet/dry vacuum or other means to keep this from
flooding the equipment compartment. Replace the drain plugs.
6. Re-install synthetic cabinet side panel and cover spa so that no
casual moisture can enter into it.
Consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer if you have any questions
regarding winter use or winterizing.
regarding winter use or winterizing.
12.8 Restarting Your Spa in Cold Weather
If you want to start up your spa after it has sat empty for a time in freez-
ing temperatures, be aware that the water remaining in certain sections
of the piping may still be frozen. This situation will block water flow
preventing the spa from operating properly and possibly damaging the
equipment. We recommend you consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer
for guidance before attempting to re-start your spa under these condi-
tions.
If you want to start up your spa after it has sat empty for a time in freez-
ing temperatures, be aware that the water remaining in certain sections
of the piping may still be frozen. This situation will block water flow
preventing the spa from operating properly and possibly damaging the
equipment. We recommend you consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer
for guidance before attempting to re-start your spa under these condi-
tions.
13.0 Water Quality Maintenance
Maintaining the quality of the water within specified limits will serve to
enhance your enjoyment and prolong the life of the spa’s equipment.
It is a fairly simple task, but it requires regular attention because the
water chemistry involved is a balance of several factors. There is no
simple formula, and there is no avoiding it. A careless attitude in regard
to water maintenance will result in poor and potentially unhealthful con-
ditions for soaking and even damage to your spa. For specific guidance
on maintaining water quality, consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer
who can recommend appropriate chemical products for sanitizing and
maintaining your spa.
enhance your enjoyment and prolong the life of the spa’s equipment.
It is a fairly simple task, but it requires regular attention because the
water chemistry involved is a balance of several factors. There is no
simple formula, and there is no avoiding it. A careless attitude in regard
to water maintenance will result in poor and potentially unhealthful con-
ditions for soaking and even damage to your spa. For specific guidance
on maintaining water quality, consult your authorized Jacuzzi dealer
who can recommend appropriate chemical products for sanitizing and
maintaining your spa.
CAUTION: Never store spa chemicals inside the spa’s equip-
ment bay.
ment bay.
13.1 pH Control
pH is a measure of relative acidity or alkalinity of water and is mea-
sured on a scale of 0 to 4. The midpoint of 7 is said to be neutral,
above which is alkaline and below which is acidic. In spa water, IT IS
VERY IMPoRTANT To MAINTAIN A SLIGHTLY ALKALINE CoNDI-
pH is a measure of relative acidity or alkalinity of water and is mea-
sured on a scale of 0 to 4. The midpoint of 7 is said to be neutral,
above which is alkaline and below which is acidic. In spa water, IT IS
VERY IMPoRTANT To MAINTAIN A SLIGHTLY ALKALINE CoNDI-