Spa Care and Maintenance Page 40
How to Open the Cover
1. With the cover lock straps unfastened, place one hand under the cover skirting, between the spa and cover, to break the
cover’s vacuum seal. Then, fold the front half of the cover over onto the back half.
2. The easiest and best way to operate the mechanism is to stand directly behind the spa, locate the handle placed at the rear
center of the cover and simply pull the handle. This allows the cover to come to a gentle stop.
3. If no rear access is available, stand to the side of the spa directly adjacent to the hinge area of the folded cover.
A.
For the CoverCradle
®
retractable cover system: Using both hands, cup one hand under the lower half of the cover
(just above the water) and place the other along the side of the cover, just above the skirt. Gently push (do not lift) with
both hands towards the opposite rear corner of the cover (diagonally). As the cover opens, the gas springs will allow
the cover to come to a gentle stop.
B.
For the UpRite
™
or GlideRite
™
retractable cover system: Simply lift the cover at its center hinge, allowing it to move
to the back of the spa and to rest gently there.
NOTE: When opening a cover with a retractable cover system, only use one of these two specific methods. Do not attempt
to open the cover in any other way. Damage caused by improper opening or closing of the cover is not covered under the
terms of the limited warranty.
How to Close the Cover
1. Standing along side the cover, place one hand on the upper corner of the cover and gently push forward in the direction of
the spa. The cover will rotate forward to cover half of the spa.
NOTE: For the UpRite
™
or GlideRite
™
retractable cover systems, disengage the locking mechanism(s) before pushing the
cover forward.
2. Unfold the cover by lifting the handle located on the top (front) half of the cover. Allow the unfolded half to fall down onto
the spa. The air pressure created by the cover falling will keep the vinyl skirting from being trapped between the cover and
the spa shell.
3. Secure the cover lock straps to the spa and lock them.
Important reminders:
• DO always practice safety around your spa.
•
DO unlock and release all coverlocks before attempting to open cover.
•
DO lock the cover when the spa is not in use.
• DO cover the spa with the vinyl cover when the spa is not in use, whether it is empty or full.
•
DO remove snow build-up to prevent cover damage.
• DO keep the cover open during super-chlorination or shock treatment of the spa water.
•
DO NOT walk, stand, climb or sit on the vinyl cover or retractable cover system.
• DO NOT lift the cover or operate the retractable cover system by using the cover locks. They are not designed to be
used as handles.
•
DO NOT use any chemicals or cleaners except those recommended by Watkins Manufacturing Corporation or its
Authorized Sales and Service Dealer.
•
DO NOT use hard, sharp or metal objects, such as a car windshield scraper, to remove ice. Such objects can cut, mar
or puncture the vinyl surfaces.
WARNING: Keep unsupervised children away from the cover. Always lock the cover in place after use! Keep hands away from
the hinging points. Do not allow anyone to climb, sit or stand on the cover when in the open position. Injury may occur, as well
as damage to the cover and mechanism.
VACATION CARE INSTRUCTIONS
If you plan to be away from home, follow these instructions to ensure that the water quality of your spa is maintained:
SHORT TIME PERIODS (3-5 DAYS):
1. Adjust the pH by following the instructions outlined in the Water Quality and Maintenance section.
2. Sanitize the water by following the shock procedures also listed in the Water Quality section.
3. Lock your cover in place using the coverlocks.
4. Upon your return, sanitize the water by following the shock procedures, and balance the pH.
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