2006 Owner's Manual

	Table of Contents Important Overview and Safety Instructions Spa JetPaks™ and Accessories Installation and Setup Operation Maintenance Low-Use or No-Use Periods Service Troubleshooting Guide Miscellaneous for 2006 Owner's Manual PDF click here

Important Overview and Safety Instructions

Take a moment to read this manual carefully as you prepare for the delivery and installation of your new spa. Following the instructions in this manual will ensure the safe, secure, and timely installation and operation of your new spa.

Carefully read this Owner’s Manual before you install your spa. Your Bullfrog Spa or Tadpole Hot Tub limited warranty will be void if damage is caused by failure to install, maintain, and operate your spa in accordance with the recommendations contained in this Owner’s Manual or any other printed instruction, notice or bulletin from Bullfrog International, LC. It is also important that you complete and mail the enclosed Warranty and Registration Card, or you may register your spa online. Please register your new spa within thirty days of delivery.

Your spa’s serial number is located on the Manufacturing ID Label located inside the equipment compartment of your spa.

For the safety of all those who utilize your spa and its surroundings, please make sure your spa and any adjoining installations, including the electrical hook-up, are completed only after acquiring any necessary approvals and permits from your local city and/or county. Some jurisdictions require certain fencing and/or self-closing and self-latching gates to prevent accidental drowning in a pool or spa. Your spa cover (optional) comes with a locking system that meets the ASTM F1346-91 Standard for Safety Covers, which when properly used, may satisfy certain fencing and gating requirements.

Improtant Safety Instructions

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When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS:

2. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless closely supervised at all times.

3. As per UL requirements (U.S.), a wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4mm2) solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of the unit.

4. WARNING: For products provided with a cord-connected, ground-fault circuit-interrupter, the GFCI must be tested before each use. If the GFCI fails to operate properly, disconnect the power until the fault has been identified and corrected.

5. DANGER: Risk of Accidental Drowning. Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents, ensure that children cannot use this spa unless they are supervised at all times.

6. DANGER: Risk of Injury. The suction fittings in the spa are sized to match the specific water flow created by the pump. Should the need arise to replace the suction fittings or the pump, be sure that the flow rates are compatible. Never operate the spa if the suction fittings are broken or missing. Do not replace a suction fitting with one rated less than the flow rate marked on the original suction fitting.

7. DANGER: Risk of Electric Shock. As per UL requirements (U.S.), install spa at least 5 feet (1.5m) from all metal surfaces. A spa may be installed within 5 feet (1.5m) of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently connected by a minimum of No. 8 AWG (8.4mm2) solid copper conductor to the wire connector on the terminal box that is provided for this purpose.

8. DANGER: Risk of Electric Shock. Do not permit any electrical appliances, such as a light, telephone, radio, or television within 5 feet (1.5m) of the spa. These units DO NOT have an integral ground fault circuit interrupter. The installation of an integral ground fault circuit interrupter MUST be completed by a qualified Electrician and must meet all applicable electrical codes.

9. WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Injury:

a. Water temperature in a spa should never exceed 104◦ F (40◦ C). Water temperatures between 100◦ F (38◦ C) and 104◦ F (40◦ C) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Water temperature in excess of 104◦ F (40◦ C) may be injurious to your health. Lower temperatures are recommended for young children and/or when spa use exceeds 10 minutes.

b. Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, pregnant, or possibly pregnant, women should limit spa usage when temperatures are in excess of 100◦ F (38◦ C).

c. Before entering the spa, measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of water temperature regulating devices varies.

d. The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.

e. Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, and/or diabetes should consult a physician before using a spa.

f. Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa. Some medications may induce drowsiness while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and/or circulation.

10. For Cord-Connected units: a) Replace damaged cord immediately. b) Do not bury cord. c) Connect to grounded, grounding-type receptacle only.

11. WARNING: PEOPLE WITH INFECTIOUS DISEASES SHOULD NOT USE A SPA OR HOT TUB.

12. WARNING: TO AVOID INJURY, EXERCISE CARE WHEN ENTERING OR EXITING THE SPA OR HOT TUB.

13. WARNING: DO NOT USE A SPA OR HOT TUB IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING STRENUOUS EXERCISE.

14. WARNING: PROLONGED IMMERSION IN A SPA OR HOT TUB MAY BE INJURIOUS TO YOUR HEALTH.

15. CAUTION: MAINTAIN WATER CHEMISTRY IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTION.

16. CAUTION: TEST THE GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER BEFORE EACH USE OF THE SPA.

17. CAUTION: ADEQUATE DRAINAGE MUST BE PROVIDED IF THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE INSTALLED IN A PIT.

18. WARNING: Risk of Fatal Hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6◦ F (37◦ C). The symptoms of Hyperthermia include dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness, and fainting. The use of alcohol, drugs, and/or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal Hyperthermia. The effects of Hyperthermia include:

• Unawareness of impending hazard
• Failure to perceive heat
• Failure to recognize the need to exit the spa
• Physical inability to exit the spa
• Fetal damage in pregnant women
• Unconsciousness and danger of drowning

Additional Instructions (Canadian Installations Only):

20. At least two lugs marked “BONDING LUGS” are provided
on the external surface or on the inside of the supply terminal box or compartment. To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect the local common bonding grid in the area of the spa or hot tub to these terminals with an insulated or bare copper conductor not smaller than
No. 6 AWG.

21. All field-installed metal components such as rails, ladders,
drains, or other similar hardware located within 10 feet (3m) of the spa or hot tub shall be bonded to the equipment grounding bus with copper conductors not smaller than No. 6 AWG.

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Additional Safety Instructions

1. WARNING: Risk to Infants, Elderly, and Women Planning or Experiencing Pregnancy. Please consult your physician if the above applies to you or anyone using the spa.

2. WARNING: Risk of Children Drowning. Your spa cover is not rated as a safety cover. It is always wise to keep the spa cover securely fastened when not in use. This will help discourage children from attempting to enter the spa unsupervised.

3. WARNING: Risk of Drowning. Use caution when bathing alone. Overexposure may cause nausea, dizziness, and fainting.

4. CAUTION: Risk of Injury. Young children should be supervised so that they do not play with the appliance.

5. WARNING: Risk of Injury: To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the spa. Surfaces can be slippery when wet. Do not step or sit on headrests or FilterCap™. Also, keep all breakable objects away from the spa area.

6. WARNING: Risk of Injury: Short-term inhalation of high concentrations of ozone and long-term inhalation of low concentrations of ozone can cause serious physiological effects.

7. CAUTION: Unauthorized Access. Secure the spa area against unauthorized access. Make sure all spa barriers (fences, enclosures, etc.) meet all applicable national and local codes. Keep spa cover on and locked when it is not being used.

8. CAUTION: Risk of Damage to Spa or Equipment. By performing maintenance as described in this manual, the chance of damage to your spa and its equipment will be reduced. Never block the air vents that lead to the spa’s equipment compartment, doing so may cause the spa to overheat.

9. WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock or Death. Do not operate spa during severe weather conditions (e.g. electrical storms, tornadoes, etc.).

10. CAUTION: Non-Approved Accessories. Using accessories not approved by Bullfrog International, LC could void your warranty or cause other problems. Please consult your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer.

11. CAUTION: Location of Your Spa. Locate your spa on a foundation that can support the maximum filled weight of your spa along with the weight of all the occupants using the spa (see Site Selection and Preparation). Also, locate your spa in an environment that can withstand repeated exposure to water and the possibility of a major spill.

12. CAUTION: Cordage shall be replaced only with a special cordage assembly available from the Manufacturer, its Service Agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

13. WARNING: This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

14. WARNING: Before obtaining access to supply terminals, all suppy circuits must be disconnected.

15. WARNING: Risk of Injury or Accidental Drowning: Do not use spa without filters and FilterCaps™ installed. The filters and FilterCap serve as a barrier against bodily entrapment against the filter suction fitting(s).

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