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Jacuzzi J - 480 User Manual

Jacuzzi J - 480
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OWNER’S MANUAL
J-400
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J - 415
J - 425
J - 460
J - 465
J - 470
J - 480
J - 495
2530-442Y Rev. B

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Jacuzzi J - 480 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Circulation PumpYes
StereoOptional
Voltage240V
Amperage50A
Pump 12.5 HP
Pump 22.5 HP
LightingLED
HeaterSmartHeat™ Titanium Heater

Summary

Important Spa Owner Information

FCC Notice

Device compliance with FCC Rules, operation conditions, and interference guidelines.

Industry Canada (IC) Information

Ensuring antenna location complies with Health Canada RF field limits.

Important Safety Instructions for all Spa Owners

Entrapment Risk

Dangers of hair, limb, body, evisceration, and mechanical entrapment.

Hyperthermia

Risks of overheating, symptoms, and effects on the body.

Important CSA safety instructions (Canada only)

Basic safety precautions for electrical equipment in Canada.

Choosing a Location

Outdoor Location

Considerations for selecting an ideal outdoor location for your spa.

Indoor Location

Factors to consider before installing a spa indoors.

General Electrical Safety Instructions

Electrical Installation Instructions (240V Service)

Requirements for 240V electrical installation, including code compliance.

Power Requirements

North American J-425/J-460/J-465/J-470/J-480 Models (60 Hz)

Power requirements and circuit breaker ratings for specific North American models.

North American J-495 Models (60 Hz)

Power requirements and circuit breaker ratings for the J-495 model.

North American J-415 Models (60 Hz)

Power requirements and circuit breaker ratings for J-415 models.

Export J-415/J-425/J-460/J-465/J-470/J-480 Models (50 Hz)

Power requirements for export 50 Hz models.

Export J-495 Models (50 Hz)

Power requirements for export J-495 50 Hz models.

Spa Fill Up Procedure

Spa Features

J-495 Spa Features

Diagram and list of features for the J-495 model.

J-495 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

Diagram showing massage and waterfall selector controls for J-495.

J-495 Air Controls Diagram

Diagram showing air control operation for J-495.

J-480 Spa Features

Diagram and list of features for the J-480 model.

J-480 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

Diagram showing massage and waterfall selector controls for J-480.

J-480 Air Controls Diagram

Diagram showing air control operation for J-480.

J-470 Spa Features

Diagram and list of features for the J-470 model.

J-470 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

Diagram showing massage and waterfall selector controls for J-470.

J-470 Air Controls Diagram

Diagram showing air control operation for J-470.

J-465 Spa Features

Diagram and list of features for the J-465 model.

J-465 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

Diagram showing massage and waterfall selector controls for J-465.

J-465 Air Controls Diagram

Diagram showing air control operation for J-465.

J-460 Spa Features

Diagram and list of features for the J-460 model.

J-460 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

Diagram showing massage and waterfall selector controls for J-460.

J-460 Air Controls Diagram

Diagram showing air control operation for J-460.

J-425 Spa Features

Diagram and list of features for the J-425 model.

J-425 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

Diagram showing massage and waterfall selector controls for J-425.

J-425 Air Controls Diagram

Diagram showing air control operation for J-425.

J-415 Spa Features

Diagram and list of features for the J-415 model.

J-415 Massage/Waterfall Selector Diagram

Diagram showing massage and waterfall selector controls for J-415.

J-415 Air Controls Diagram

Diagram showing air control operation for J-415.

Control Panel Main Menu

Control Panel

Overview of the spa's state-of-the-art control panel and its features.

Main Menu Features

Details on main menu icons, buttons, and indicators for spa operation.

Menu Flowchart

Visual guide to the spa's navigational screens and menu structure.

Entertainment Menu Display

Controls and features for the optional J-1000 Audio System.

Operating Instructions

J-1000™ Control Panel

Overview of the J-1000 control panel, massage selectors, and air controls.

Activate Jets Pump

Step-by-step instructions for activating and deactivating jet pumps.

Activate Lights

Instructions for controlling interior lighting, color, and rotation modes.

Adjusting Individual Jet Flow

How to increase or decrease water flow to specific jets.

Adjusting PowerPro™ MX2 Jets

Instructions for tilting and rotating MX2 jet nozzles for flow adjustment.

Adjusting RX Jets

How to adjust water flow for RX jets using the center adjustment knob.

WaterColour™ Waterfall Control

Operating waterfall control valves to adjust waterfall output.

Air Controls

Operating air controls to introduce air into jet groups.

Selecting the Desired Massage Action

Customizing massage experience using massage selector valves.

Indicator Light

Understanding the spa's early detection system indicator light.

Optional J-1000™ JBL Audio System

Overview of the optional integrated audio system features.

Programming Instructions for Settings 1 Menus

Programming the Auto-Heating Mode

Setting up Auto-Heating mode for maintaining spa temperature automatically.

Programmable Heating Mode

Configuring programmable heating cycles for specific times and days.

Clean-Up “Blow-Out” Cycle

Information on the automatic daily clean-up cycle for spa plumbing.

Programming the CLEARRAY™ timer

Setting and resetting the timer for the CLEARRAY UV system.

Setting the Check Filter Reminder

Configuring reminders for filter cleaning or replacement.

Programming the Eco-Mode Heating Mode

Setting up the energy-saving Eco-Mode for spa heating.

Programming Instructions for Settings 2 Menus

Programming the Primary Filter Cycle

Configuring the primary filter cycle for the circulation pump.

Programming the Secondary Filter Cycle

Setting up a secondary filter cycle for additional filtration.

Programming Instructions for Settings 3 Menus

Choosing the Language

Selecting the display language for the control panel.

Setting the Date

Setting the current year, month, and day on the control panel.

Setting the Time

Setting the current time, including 12-hour or 24-hour format.

Locking and Unlocking the Topside

Setting and using a 3-digit code to lock/unlock the control panel.

Spa Maintenance

Draining and Refilling

Procedure for draining and refilling the spa water.

Cleaning the Filter Cartridges

Procedure for cleaning filter cartridges and filter bags.

Cleaning the Spa Interior

Guidelines for cleaning the spa's interior surface safely.

Pillow Care

Instructions for cleaning and caring for spa headrests.

Maintaining the Synthetic Cabinet

Simple cleaning and maintenance for the spa's synthetic cabinet.

Cleaning the Control Panel

How to clean the control panel using a micro-fiber cloth.

Vinyl Cover Care and Maintenance

Cleaning, conditioning, and general maintenance for the spa cover.

Winterizing

Procedure for preparing the spa for freezing temperatures.

Restarting Your Spa in Cold Weather

Guidance for starting up a spa after a period of cold weather.

Water Quality Maintenance

pH Control

Importance of maintaining spa water pH between 7.4 and 7.6.

Sanitizing

Using sanitizers like chlorine and bromine to keep spa water clean.

Other Additives

Information on various additives for spa water treatment.

CLEARRAY™ (Ultraviolet) Water Purification System

How the CLEARRAY system uses UV technology to purify spa water.

CLEARRAY™ Lamp Replacement and Quartz Tube Maintenance

Mandatory procedure for replacing UV lamp and cleaning quartz tube.

Error/Display Messages

Overheat Protection

Indicates water temperature is above acceptable limits; spa is deactivated.

Water is below set-temp

Circulation pump and heater activate for freeze protection.

Communication error

Faulty communication between control panel and circuit board.

Pump does not operate

Inhibited water flow or malfunctioning flow switch.

Freeze protection

Detects a potential freeze condition; pumps and heater operate.

Emergency shutdown

Problem detected; spa deactivated to prevent damage.

Open sensor

Temperature sensor or hi-limit sensor is not functional.

Shorted sensor

Temperature sensor or hi-limit sensor is not functional.

Start-up malfunction

Flow switch is non-functional at system start-up.

Open Flow Switch

Flow switch malfunctioning open; check filter or air lock.

Closed Flow Switch

Flow switch malfunctioning closed.

Audio Communication Malfunction

Faulty communication between control panel and audio system.

Blinking Heater icon

Indicates temperature sensor issue or extreme temperature.

Extended Temperature Activated

Spa temperature set to reach 106°F (41°C).

Please Check Filter!

Filter reminder time has expired; requires filter cleaning/replacement.

Feature not installed

User attempted to activate a feature that is not installed.

Clear Settings 2 Programs

Resetting Settings 2 menu to factory defaults.

Remote bonding screens

Screens indicating wireless remote bonding status.

Troubleshooting Procedures

NONE OF THE COMPONENTS OPERATE (i.e. pump light)

Steps to diagnose when no spa components are operating.

PUMP DOES NOT OPERATE AND ICON DOES

Troubleshooting steps when pump operates but no water flows to jets.

POOR JET ACTION

Checks for improving jet performance, including pump, selectors, and filter.

WATER IS TOO HOT

Steps to reduce water temperature, including thermostat and mode settings.

NO HEAT

Troubleshooting when the heater is not increasing water temperature.

FILTER/CIRCULATION PUMP OFF

Diagnosing why the filter/circulation pump is off, including programming and logic.

Typical Spa Wiring Diagrams

Wiring diagram for North American 60 Hz Models Only

Diagrams for 2-pole circuit breaker and GFCI breaker connections.

Optional Jacuzzi J-1000™ Audio System Stereo System Features

J-1000 Audio System Sound System Controls

Identification of buttons and features on the J-1000 audio system.

J-1000 Audio System Sound System Operation

Operating the audio system: power, volume, EQ, and source selection.

J-1000 Audio System Radio Operation

Operating the radio: tuning, presets, and scanning.

J-1000 Audio System CD Player Operation

Inserting, playing, ejecting, and managing CD tracks.

J-1000 Audio System USB & NAND Operation

Operating USB and NAND memory for music playback and file management.

J-1000 Audio System iPod Operation

Connecting and operating an iPod for music playback.

Docking your iPod Music Player

Instructions for connecting an iPod to the docking station.

Generic MP3 Player Operation

Connecting and setting up a generic MP3 player.

J-1000 Audio System Stereo Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting common issues with the audio system unit.

J-1000 Audio System Stereo Specifications

Technical specifications for the J-1000 audio system tuner, CD player, and audio.

Optional J-1000 Wireless Remote

Features and operation of the optional wireless remote control.

J-1000 Wireless Remote Battery Replacement

Instructions for replacing the batteries in the wireless remote.

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