Residential Spa
pg. 10 File: RES_Hottub_manual_021116
Introduction
The following table lists the components on a standard equipment pack.
Table 3 : Components of the Equipment Pack, Sub Assembly ( Remote Skid Pack )
Component Description
Filter Pump Standard for all equipment packs, this pump can support up to eight
hydrotherapy jets. Pentair Whispero High Performance pump:
WFDS-8 208/230 volt 2 hp two-speed motor. For more information, see the
manufacturer’s manual included with your spa.
Jet Pump Included only in two-pump spa congurations that support up to 16
hydrotherapy jets. Pentair Whispero High Performance pump:
WFE-8 208/230 volt 2 hp one-speed motor. For more information, see the
manufacturer’s manual included with your spa.
Electronics
/ Control Module
Distributes power from the residence to the other components on the
equipment pack.
Heater Heats the water that is pumped into the spa. This heater is electric by default.
An optional natural gas/propane heater or a heat exchanger is available upon
request.
• Electric – Coates 5.5 kW or 11 kW heater
• Natural Gas/Propane – Lochinvar 150,000/400,000 Btu, sized according to
the spa size and climate. For more information, see the manufacturer’s manual
included with your spa.
Copper Silver
Ionizer
Water purication system that sterilizes the water as it goes through the
plumbing. For more information, see the manufacturer’s manual included with
your spa.
Cartridge Filter Removes foreign particles from the water. Pentair Clean & Clear #160316 – 100
sq. ft. cartridge style lter ( Requires 62” of vertical clearance for removal of cartridge )
Light Cord Provides power for the low-voltage underwater light.
This 50’ cord is connected to the light tting in the spa upon installation.
Bonding Wire INSTALLED BY LICENSED ELECTRICIAN Provides a safe electrical ground for the
spa. The Bonding Wire must be connected to the spa bonding bar on the M3
control panel and the building load center (see electrical schematic).
Freeze Sensor Detects freezing conditions and activates the pumps and heaters automati-
cally. Includes a 25’ cord. On a single pump (eight jet) system, place the freeze
sensor after the heater at the point that is most susceptible to freezing condi-
tions. On a two pump (16 jet) system, place the freeze sensor on the return line
of the jet pump at the point most susceptible to freezing.
Gas Heating Appliances must follow the appliance manufacturers instructions
for placement and protection against freezing if the potential exists.
Temperature
Sensor
Continually monitors your water temperature and controls the heater to
maintain your selected water temperature setting.
This 50’ cord is connected to spa upon installation.
