BullFrog Spas Owner's Manual

owner’s manual 2005

6Spa JetPaks and Accessories/Installation and SetupInstallation and SetupBefore attempting to install or use your spa, please read Important Safety In

7Indoor Considerations: Indoor spa installations have special requirements. Your Bullfrog Spa or Tadpole Hot Tub is the most leak-free spa in the indu

8Concrete PadRailroad TiesConcrete PaversPea Gravel or Crushed RockWater Drainage: Avoid installing the spa in a pit or low area where water may accum

9Installation and SetupCAUTION: Consult a qualied Structural Engineer or Contractor before the spa is placed on an elevated structure or deck.Elevate

10Delivery BasicsTo prepare for the delivery of your spa, make sure the delivery path is clear and no obstructions are present. Obstacles such as over

11Spa Dimensions Chart (for Vertical Deliveries)Model Width (W) Length (L) Height (H)Bullfrog 331 31” (.79m) 6’ 10” (2.09m) 5’ 6” (1.73m)Bullfrog 451

12Installation and Setup82” (2.08m)88” (2.24m)88” (2.24m) typ.94” (2.39m) typ.35” (0.89m)35” (0.89m)R 15 1/2” (39.37cm) typ.R 15 1/2” (39.37cm) typ.R

13Installation and SetupElectrical Requirements and Installation InstructionsIMPORTANT: Provide a copy of these instructions to your Electrician.INTRO

14Installation and SetupElectrical Access Conduit: Each Bullfrog Spa and Tadpole Hot Tub is manufactured with an electrical access conduit which allow

15Installation and Setupconguration. For specic conversion instructions, please refer to the system wiring diagram inside the Control System Box (lo

Important OverviewCongratulations on your purchase of a Bullfrog Spa or Tadpole Hot Tub by Bullfrog. Bullfrog’s spas are the world’s only spas equippe

16Installation and SetupHouse Breaker BoxG.F.C.I. Breaker BoxIn Spa System BoxNote: For a 240V~ dedicated hookup, the white neutral wire is not requir

17Installation and SetupBROWN (HOT)BROWN (HOT)BROWN (HOT)BLUE (NEUTRAL)BLUE (NEUTRAL)BLUE (NEUTRAL)GREEN/YELLOW(GROUND)GREEN/YELLOW(GROUND)GREEN/YELLO

18Installation and SetupBF01 Wiring DiagramRatings:230V~, 48A, 60Hz

19120V~-230V~ Heater Conversion InstructionsStep 1: Conversion must be performed by a qualied, licensed Electrician. Hardware only. Step 2: Disconnec

20BF04 Wiring DiagramRatings:230V~, 16/32A230V~, 16A x2Installation and Setup

21Installation and SetupRemote control CableStereoHeadUnitPowerSupply12 VLeftSpeakerRightSpeakerFuse10 AmpPuple +Purple/ Black -Green +Green/ Black -

22Installation and SetupPre-Fill ChecklistImportant: The equipment should never be operated without water in the spa. Serious damage to the pump and h

23Installation and SetupStep 4: Fill the Spa: Fill the spa to the water level indication mark on the faceplate of the lter assembly by placing the ho

24OperationControl SystemIMPORTANT: Each Bullfrog Spa is manufactured with either a Select or Premier Control System. Each Tadpole Hot Tub is manufact

25• Standard Mode (Std): maintains the desired temperature of the spa. Std will appear on the display momentarily when you switch into Standard mode.•

Table of ContentsImportant Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions Additional Safety InstructionsWarning SignsQuick Reference ChartSpa JetPaks™ and Acc

26Premier Control System (Bullfrog Spa models only)GeneralThe pump responsible for heating and ltration is pump 1. Timeouts refer to a preset length

27OperationTemp Set: 80◦F-104◦F (26◦C-40◦C)The startup temperature is set to 100◦F (38◦C). The last measured temperature is constantly displayed on th

28OperationDiagnostic Message (for all control Systems) Message Meaning Action RequiredNo message on display. Power has been cut off to the spa.The co

29Message Meaning Action RequiredThe spa is operating in Standard mode. Temperature display is current after pump has been running for at least 2 minu

30JetPaks™Interchanging JetPaks Step 1: Put the spa in Standby mode, this will prevent the pump(s) from activating (see Control System).Step 2: Carefu

31OperationStep 6: Exchange JetPaks™.Step 7: Reattach the JetPaks by reversing steps 1-5.IMPORTANT: Spa models with two pumps have two different JetZo

32JettingJet TypesDepending on the design, your spa comes with a unique combination of the following jets:NeckAdjustable: YesCluster StormAdjustable:

33OperationJetZones™Spas powered by two pumps provide a unique feature called JetZones. A JetZone™ is a region of jets powered by the same pump. With

34MaintenanceWater ChemistryTap water that is safe to drink is not always safe for a spa. Normal tap water is usually lled with minerals and micro-co

35Peroxymonosulfate or equivalent). Contact your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer for assistance. When Super Sanitizing your spa water, and providing th

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36Step 2: If possible, have your authorized Bullfrog Spa dealer test the calcium hardness (CH) of your spa water. Adjust the CH to 150-200 parts per m

37Changing Spa WaterAs you use your spa, soap and detergent residues from your skin and bathing suits, along with other substances from maintaining th

38Filter Cleaning It is recommended that the lter cartridge(s) be cleaned every 3-6 weeks or as needed. Replace the lter cartridge(s) every 1-2 year

39MaintenanceLight Bulb and LED ReplacementOzone Purier ReplacementOn the front of the Ozone Purier (optional) is the indicator light. To verify tha

40MaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenanceSpa Shell CareGeneral CleaningFor normal cleaning

41Maintenance/Low-Use or No-Use PeriodsFreeze PreventionIn regions where low temperatures fall below 5 F (-15 C), it is recommended that a 2” (5.08cm)

42ServiceServiceBefore requesting service from your dealer, refer to the Troubleshooting section to determine the necessary course of action. If the p

43Troubleshooting GuideThis guide will assist in solving simple problems with the spa. If the problem cannot be solved using these procedures, contact

44MiscellaneousGeneral Features Model 331 Model 451 Model 562 Model 552 Model 662 Model 682Standard Dimensions (W x L x H) 5’-6” x 6’-10” x 31” 6’-7”

45Miscellaneous General FeaturesModel 251 Model 362Standard Dimensions (W x L x H) 6’-7” x 7’-4” x 35” 7’-4” x 7’-4” x 35”Metric Dimensions (W x L x H

1Important Safety InstructionsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWhen installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety pr

46MiscellaneousMaster Control PadJetPak™Ozone JetHeadrestFoot JetsSuction FittingFloor DrainAuxiliary Control Pad(optional)Auxiliary Control Pad(optio

47MiscellaneousPump 1Underwater Light (backside)Pump 2HeaterUnionSlice ValveDrain HoseValve KeeperValve KeeperSlice ValveWellSpring™ Ozone Purifier(op

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214. WARNING: PROLONGED IMMERSION IN A SPA OR HOT TUB MAY BE INJURIOUS TO YOUR HEALTH.15. CAUTION: MAINTAIN WATER CHEMISTRY IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUF

311. CAUTION: Location of Your Spa. Locate your spa on a foundation that can support the maximum lled weight of your spa along with the weight of al

4Spa InformationSpa Model:Serial Number:Dealership:Dealer’s Phone Number:Date Purchased:Date Installed:Contractor InformationGeneral1. Name:Telephone:

5Spa JetPaks and AccessoriesSpa JetPaks™ and AccessoriesJetPaks: In addition to the JetPaks that come with your spa, you may want to consider increasi