CANNON POOLS: TUFF SPA OWNER’S MANUAL
You are now an owner of a Cannon Spa. This Hot Tub will bring you to a world of relaxation!
1. See owner’s manual to hook up electrical. If 220V, the wires can be run through a small conduit
near the ground, left kiddy-corner of the controls. The majority of these spas run at 110V 20
AMP and the 10’ cord is already connected. Extension cords can cause a problem, so avoid
using. Also, use a dedicated outlet. Using 220V 50 AMP GFCI and will require 4 copper wires:
2 #6 hot, 1 #8 neutral, and 1 #10 ground with the outside portion placed inside ¾” weather tight
conduit. The platinum spas are preset for 220V. Others will have to be converted by removing
the existing 110V cord, removing the jumper that goes from J32 on the red AC to the WHT AC
on the left of the board, and turning dip switch 10 on the switch bank to off. We recommend
using an electrician experienced with spas, and are not liable for the electrical installation.
a. For 110V, dip switches 2,3,7, and 10 need to be the only ones on.
b. For 220V, dip switches 2,3, and 7 need to be the only ones on.
2. Remove the spa filter and fill up your spa with water into the area where the filter is located. If
the source is well water, consider paying a 3rd party water hauler OR use a pre-carbon filter which
are available at any Cannon location. Keep the spa water level 3" above the highest jet. Most
Never allow the water level to drop below the top of the filter cartridge. If the water level is too
low, the skimmer will allow air into the water lines of the pump, causing it to lose its prime and
could possibly result in further equipment damage.
3. Set temperature.
4. Set filter cycle. The factory setting is for 2 hours, 2x per day. This works well for most, but if
the spa is being used daily, then you can increase the duration. Keep in mind the ozone is emitted
while in the filter setting.
5. Put a test strip in the water and ensure the pH, alkalinity, and hardness are in the correct ranges.
If the pH, alkalinity, or hardness are off, adjust accordingly. Inexpensive balancing chemicals can
be purchased also at your nearest Cannon location, along with free water analysis. We
recommend bringing a water sample in a Tupperware or Ziplock bag at the start and as often as
you like until you feel comfortable with at home testing.
6. The at home test strips do not measure metals such as iron and copper. This can be tested at the
store and products are available to remove them. Metals are often found in well water.
7. Wait until water gets hot and enjoy your first soak!
CANNON POOLS AND SPAS: KEEPING YOUR SPA WATER
HEALTHY WITH THE FROG @ EASE SYSTEM
Cannon spas are being delivered with this industry leading maintenance program. Our
clients are finding @ Ease to be simple, low chemical, and affordable.
Instructions:
-Snap the top and bottom halves together. The top (blue in color) is where the mineral is
emitted and lasts for 4 months. The bottom (grey in color) is where the SmartChlor is emitted
and lasts for 1 month.
-Set the dial on the grey half. 200-299 gallons = setting 1, 300-450 gallons = setting 2,
451-550 gallons = setting 3, 551-600 gallons = setting 4. Swim spas will require multiple units.
-Float unit in water
-Add packet of Jump Start. This is dichlor and activates the minerals.
-Change the Smartchlor monthly. After 3-4 weeks, the floater will flip over and the grey
will be on top. This indicates the Smartchlor is empty. In turbulent water the floater naturally
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