Caldera Makena User Manual

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PARADISE

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SERIES

2019 OWNER’S MANUAL • 50Hz

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

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Nathaniel DavisAug 16, 2025
How to fix cloudy water in my Caldera Hot Tub?
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  dhunterAug 16, 2025
  Cloudy water in your Caldera Hot Tub can be due to several factors. It may be caused by dirty filters, excessive oils or organic matter, improper sanitization, suspended particles, or overused water. Here's what you can do: * Clean the filters. * Shock the spa with sanitizer. * Add sanitizer. * Adjust the pH and/or alkalinity to the recommended range. * Run the jet pump(s) and clean the filters again. * If all else fails, drain and refill the spa.
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Brian DeleonAug 19, 2025
Why does my Caldera Makena Hot Tub water smell bad?
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  Steven ShieldsSep 12, 2025
  A bad odor in your Caldera Hot Tub water is often caused by excessive organics, improper sanitization, or low pH. To resolve this, try the following: * Shock the spa with sanitizer. * Add sanitizer to the water. * Adjust the pH to the recommended range.
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mcgeejohnAug 22, 2025
What to do if there is algae growth in my Caldera Hot Tub?
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  kyleharrisAug 22, 2025
  Algae growth in your Caldera Hot Tub is often due to high pH or low sanitizer levels. To address this: * Shock the spa with sanitizer and adjust the pH. * Shock the spa with sanitizer and maintain the proper sanitizer level.
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Anthony StoutAug 26, 2025
Why does my Caldera Hot Tub cause eye irritation?
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  Sandra FullerAug 26, 2025
  Eye irritation from your Caldera Hot Tub can be caused by low pH or low sanitizer levels. To fix this: * Adjust the pH. * Shock the spa with sanitizer and maintain the proper sanitizer level.
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Michael BassAug 28, 2025
What to do if my Caldera Makena causes skin irritation?
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  Michael LawrenceAug 28, 2025
  Skin irritation or rash from your Caldera Hot Tub may be due to unsanitary water or a free chlorine level above 5 ppm. You can: * Shock the spa with sanitizer and maintain the proper sanitizer level. * Allow the free chlorine level to drop below 5 ppm before using the spa.
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suedillonAug 31, 2025
How to get rid of chlorine odor in my Caldera Makena Hot Tub?
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  Alicia AllenAug 31, 2025
  A strong chlorine odor in your Caldera Hot Tub is usually caused by a high chloramine level or low pH. To reduce the odor: * Shock the spa with sanitizer. * Adjust the pH to the recommended range.
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Misty WoodSep 3, 2025
How to eliminate musty odor from Caldera Makena Hot Tub?
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  Travis JarvisSep 3, 2025
  A musty odor in your Caldera Hot Tub is typically due to bacteria or algae growth. Shock the spa with sanitizer. If the problem is visible or persistent, drain, clean, and refill the spa.
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Rachel WilliamsSep 6, 2025
How do I remove scale buildup in my Caldera Makena?
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  Nicholas McclureSep 6, 2025
  Scale buildup in your Caldera Hot Tub is often caused by high calcium content in the water, or total alkalinity and pH levels that are too high. Try the following: * Adjust the total alkalinity and pH. * If scale removal is necessary, drain the spa, scrub off the scale, refill the spa, and balance the water.
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Savannah ClaySep 9, 2025
How to remove scum ring from my Caldera Makena Hot Tub?
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  richard84Sep 9, 2025
  An organic buildup or scum ring around your Caldera Hot Tub is usually due to the build-up of oils and dirt. Wipe off the scum with a clean rag. If the buildup is severe, drain the spa, use a spa surface and tile cleaner to remove the scum, and then refill the spa.
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Christopher BenjaminSep 12, 2025
What causes stains in my Caldera Makena Hot Tub?
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  shelby87Sep 12, 2025
  Stains in your Caldera Hot Tub can be caused by total alkalinity and/or pH levels that are too low, or high iron or copper content in the source water. You can: * Adjust total alkalinity and/or pH. * Use a metal deposit inhibitor.

Caldera Makena Specifications

General

Brand	Caldera
Model	Makena
Category	Hot Tub
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General safety instructions and warnings for spa usage.

CHILD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Precautions to prevent child drowning and injury.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK PREVENTION

Safety guidelines to prevent electrical shock hazards.

GETTING STARTED

QUICK START-UP PROCEDURES

Step-by-step instructions for initial spa setup and filling.

WATER QUALITY AND MAINTENANCE

FUNDAMENTALS OF WATER MAINTENANCE

Balancing Calcium Hardness, Total Alkalinity, and pH for spa water.

WATER CARE PROGRAMS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW

SPA CARE AND MAINTENANCE

FILTER AND JET MAINTENANCE

ELECTRICAL AND INSTALLATION

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WIRING

Safety guidelines for spa electrical connections, wiring, and conduit installation.

INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Site preparation, foundation, deck, and indoor installation requirements.

SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION

TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON PROBLEMS

Guides for resolving spa water and general operation issues.

SPA SPECIFICATIONS

PARADISE SERIES MODEL DATA

Technical specifications for all Paradise series spa models.

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