2017 Portable SpaLTR20171001, Rev. BCleaning and Maintenancewww.calspas.com46Changing the UV LampCAUTION: Always turn off power to the spa atthe GFCI prior to any maintenanceNote: Periodically you should the check the light on the transformer for theUV light system. The transformer is mounted in the spa equipment areaclose to the system control box. When it is operating normally, the light willbe green. When it requires maintenance, it will be red. This usually happenswhen the UV lamp needs replacing. The UV lamp is a wearable part thatneeds replacing about once a year.To remove the UV lamp1. Disconnect power.2. Turn water off and open down stream of systemto relieve pressure.3. Cut the tie wrap that attaches the UV lampchamber to the spa frame.4. Remove the water-proof strainer (1) and unscrewthe aluminum nut (2).5. Pull out the lamp (4) approximately 2” from thechamber (7).6. While holding the lamp end, remove the lampsocket (3) from the end now exposed.7. Remove the lamp from the chamber.8. Remove the O-ring (5) from the end of the quartzthimble (6).9. Remove the quartz thimble.To reinstall the replacement UV lamp, follow thesesteps in reverse.When replacement UV lamp has been installed,conduct a final leak check:1. Restore power to the spa at the GFCI.2. Turn on the pump and let water run for fiveminutes to check for leaks.1 Water-proof strainer2 Aluminum nut3 Lamp socket and lead wire4 Germicidal UV lamp5 Rubber O-ring6 Quartz thimble7 Chamber8 Clip9 BallastSee page 54 for part numbers forreplacement parts.