WOOD FIRED HOT TUB – GENERAL USAGE INFORMATION
PREPARING THE HOT TUB
The purchased outdoor hot tub should be placed on a flat, horizontal, and solid surface (e.g., wooden outdoor deck, concrete, or paved area). Placing it on an uneven or unstable surface may lead to loss of stability, durability, or even aesthetic damage.
Before using the hot tub, it must be thoroughly cleaned. The polypropylene (plastic) and fiberglass surfaces should be washed with cleaning agents used for swimming pools.
IMPORTANT – If your hot tub includes electric components (SPA system, LED lighting, filters, electric heating), we recommend connecting it directly to an automatic circuit breaker.
IMPORTANT – To prevent electric equipment failures and ensure safety, grounding is essential.
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HEATING THE HOT TUB
HOT TUB WITH INTERNAL HEATER
Once the outdoor hot tub is filled with the appropriate amount of water (leaving about 10 cm from the top), you can start heating the stove. Place kindling (small pieces of wood) into the internal heater and ignite it with paper. After the fire catches, you may add more wood. Use dry wood for optimal heating. You can control the fire’s draw with the lid on top of the stove.
IMPORTANT – Only fill the internal stove up to two-thirds of its height with wood.
IMPORTANT – Do not light the stove until the hot tub is fully filled with water, as the heat can damage the tub.
IMPORTANT – Water should only be drained once the stove has completely cooled down; otherwise, the heat can damage both the hot tub and the stove.
IMPORTANT – For fiberglass hot tubs, do not exceed a water temperature of +55°C, as higher temperatures may damage the fiberglass.
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HOT TUB WITH EXTERNAL HEATER
Like the outdoor hot tub, the external heater must be placed on a flat, solid surface, with the front slightly lower. The heater hoses should go downward, not upwards. Adding extra filters or circulation pumps to the external heater’s system is prohibited. Once the hot tub is filled with enough water (leaving about 10 cm from the top), you may start heating. Place kindling (small wood pieces) into the internal heater and light with paper. Once the fire catches, add more wood as needed. Use dry wood, and regulate the fire draw with the lid on top of the stove.
IMPORTANT – Do not overfill the external heater with fuel to prevent fire from escaping through the doors and ensure proper draw through the chimney.
IMPORTANT – Only heat the stove after filling the hot tub with the correct amount of water, as heat without water may damage the tub.
IMPORTANT – Water should only be drained once the stove has cooled down to prevent damage to both the hot tub and stove.
MASSAGE SYSTEMS AND MAINTENANCE
AIR MASSAGE SYSTEM
The air massage system includes a 700W compressor, 12 nozzles mounted along the tub walls, and other components. The system is activated/deactivated by pressing a button on the hot tub panel. Once the tub has been emptied, run the massage system for about 10 seconds to allow water to drain from the system.
IMPORTANT – In cold seasons, the massage system should only be activated once the water temperature reaches +30°C.
WATER MASSAGE SYSTEM
The water massage system includes a 1100 W compressor, 8 nozzles, and additional installation components. The system is activated/deactivated with a button on the panel. A control dial next to the button adjusts water jet pressure. After draining the tub, run the massage system for about 10 seconds to clear any water.
IMPORTANT – During colder months, only activate the massage system once the water reaches +30°C.
COMBINED MASSAGE SYSTEM
This system includes a 700W air compressor, a 1100 W water compressor, eight combined air/water nozzles, and 12 additional air-only nozzles. There are two switches on the hot tub panel to activate each system separately. After draining the water, run the massage system for 10 seconds to remove water.
IMPORTANT – During colder months, activate only once the water reaches +30°C.
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IMPORTANT! Do not leave water in the hot tub if outdoor temperatures are below freezing and the water is not heated.
Enjoy your wood-fired hot tub experience!