Spa Boy Start Up Guide
STEP 1. Fill Spa through the filter intake as shown to the appropriate level. (just under the head rests)
STEP 2. Connect/turn on electrical power to the spa.
STEP 3. Set the water temperature control on the Topside Controller to the desired temperature (between 100ºF and 104ºF or 38°C and 40°C).
STEP 4. The system will automatically perform 4 one hour filtration cycles per day, 6 hours apart. Usually the filter cycle is set for Fd1 and FF4 which means 1 hours 4 times a day.
STEP 5. Stabilize Spa Water. Make sure you secure the cover in place using the cover locks. Periodically check the spa water temperature. When the water temperature climbs above 85°F, (29°C) proceed to the next step.
STEP 6. Test and Adjust Total Alkalinity. It should be between 80 – 120 ppm. If high, lower Total Alkalinity with Acid Magic (aka muriatic acid). If Total Alkalinity is low, raise with Arctic Pure, Perfect Balance, following instructions on the back of the bottle.
STEP 7. Mix Salt Crystals. Dissolve the required recommended salt dosage in a pail of the hot spa water. (Select the Spaboy dosage link below for further instructions)
STEP 8. Add Salt to Spa Water & Re-Test TA / pH
(a) Slowly pour the dissolved salt from the pail into the spa water.
(b) Run pumps for 5 minutes to help mix salt blend through.
(c) Wait 1 hour.
(d) Then re-test and adjust Total Alkalinity level accordingly.
(e) Then re-test and adjust pH level accordingly.
STEP 9. You will now need to test sodium chloride levels. This can be carried out using a salt tests strip. If sodium chloride levels are low, dissolve 1/2 lb (225 Grams) of salt (using cup provided) into hot water. Pour the dissolved salt into the spa water. Test sodium chloride level.
The following table identifies the dosage of Arctic Pure Sea Salt Blend that is required for each Arctic Spa model and estimated impact of adding 225g of salt. Use the table for Spa Boy Version 1 R1. (shown in the picture on the left)
STEP 10. Connect your Spa to the Home Network. (Select Internet Connection option below for further instructions)
You should have ORP sanitizer (Chlorine) readings within 24 hours. 24 hours post adding the salt to the spas water, My Arctic Spa will be able to provide accurate readings regarding the ORP sanitizer (chlorine) reading, and pH reading.