Hot Spring Flash 7 Person Hot Tub
Hot Spring Flash 7 Person Hot Tub
Overview
This premium spa features seven seats and a versatile, open design. The bucket seats offer precision directional jets and the spa comes ready for our salt water system.
Quick Specs
- Total Seats: 7
- Lounge Seat: No
- Dimensions: 7’ x 7’ x 36” | 213 cm x 213 cm x 91 cm
- Water Care System: FreshWater® IQ System Ready | FreshWater® IQ System Ready
- Voltage: 230 V
- Water Capacity: 360 gal. | 1,365 L
- Dry Weight: 845 lbs. | 385 kg.
- Filled Weight*: 5,070 lbs. | 2,300 kg.
Massage
- Jet Count: 41
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Jet Types
- 1 - XL Dual Rotary
- 3 - XL Single Rotary
- 1 - XL Directional
- 4 - Standard Single Rotary
- 4 - Standard Directional
- 28 - Directional Precision®
- Comfort Control: Yes
- SmartJet System: Yes
- Jet Pump 1: Wavemaster® 8200 Two-Speed 2.0 HP Continuous Duty 4.0 HP Breakdown Torque
- Jet Pump 2: Wavemaster® 8000 One-Speed 2.0 HP Continuous Duty 4.0 HP Breakdown Torque
Clean Water
- 100% No-Bypass Filtration: No
- High-Flow Tri-X® Filters: No
- Dual-Action Filtration: Yes
- Polyester Filters with Free-Flow Core: No
- Effective Filtration Area: 100 sq. ft.
- Water Care System: FreshWater® IQ Ready
- Circulation Pump: SilentFlo 5000®
- Floor Drain: No
Energy Efficiency
- Insulation: FiberCor®
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Heater: No-Fault® 4,000 W / 230 V
- Patented Pump Shroud: Yes
- Custom-Fit Insulated Cover: WeatherPro™ 4" Tapered Core with Hinge Seal
- Bottom Seal: Polyethelyne Sealed Bottom
- Energy Standards: Meets California Energy Commission (CEC) and APSP 14 Energy Efficiency Standards for Portable Spas
Intuitive Control
- Control System: IQ 2020® with Color LCD Control 230 V / 50 amp, 60 Hz Includes G.F.C.I. Protected Subpanel
- Diagnostic/Ready Light: Yes
Design
- Cabinet Colors: Coastal Gray | Sable | Espresso
- Shell Colors: Alpine White | Ice Gray | Platinum | Desert | Tuscan Sun
- Cover Colors: Storm | Black
- Water Feature: Vidro® Backlit Ribbon Waterfall
- Lighting System - Interior: Multi-Color LED Points of Light
- Lighting System - Exterior: Multi-Color LED Lighting with Timer
- Polymeric Substructure: No
Accessories
- Smart Spa Technology: Yes
- Smart Monitoring System: Yes
- Cover Lifters: CoverCradle | CoverCradle II | UpRite | Lift ‘n Glide
- Steps: Limelight® Collection Steps
- Wireless Music System: Yes
- Subwoofer: Yes
- Ozone System: Yes
Brand
Hot Spring®
- Structure: 7 Years
- Shell Surface: 5 Years
- Cabinet: 5 Years
- No-Leak Plumbing: 5 Years
- No-Fault® Heater: 5 Years
- Component Warranty: 5 Years
- Interior Light Assembly: 3 Years
Important
Actual shell and cabinet colors may differ from on-screen representation. Please see your local dealer to verify.
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Distinctive Features
FreshWater® IQ Ready
Hot Spring's smartest salt water system yet, with hourly monitoring, clear instructions, and precision Dosing for perfectly balanced water with less effort.
FreshWater® Salt System Ready
A revolution in water care that helps you spend more time enjoying your spa and less time maintaining it.
Dual-Action Filtration
The unique two-filter design provides for more effective and constant filtration to keep water cleaner with less maintenance.
FiberCor® Insulation
Exclusive insulation with a density four times greater than the half-pound foam used in most spas helps lock in heat and save energy cost.
Color LCD Control
Adjust lights, temperature, jets, and more with the easy to use system. It’s conveniently positioned to be accessible from inside or outside the spa.
Money-Saving Energy Efficiency
Built for durability and long life with a structure that will never rust or rot.
Hot Spring Limelight Series FAQs
What is the Hot Spring Limelight Collection?
The Limelight® Collection is Hot Spring’s premium, modern-style hot tub series designed for buyers who want advanced features, strong massage performance, easy water care, energy efficiency, and a clean contemporary look. Hot Spring describes the collection as “advanced design and features” and “a cut above.”
Which models are in the Limelight Collection?
The current Limelight lineup includes Prism™, Pulse®, Flash™, Flair®, and Beam™. Hot Spring lists these same five models in its current Limelight owner’s manual resources.
How many people can Limelight spas seat?
Limelight models range from smaller 4-person layouts to larger 7-seat spas. The Beam™ seats 4, Flair® seats 6, and Flash™, Pulse®, and Prism™ seat 7.
What makes the Limelight Collection different from other hot tubs?
Limelight spas combine premium water care, dual-action filtration, FiberCor® insulation, LCD controls, targeted massage, LED lighting, and modern cabinet/shell styling. They are a strong fit for customers who want a high-end Hot Spring experience without necessarily stepping all the way into the Highlife® Collection.
Does the Limelight Collection use a saltwater system?
Yes. Limelight spas are FreshWater® Salt System ready. The system generates chlorine from salt to help keep water clean while giving it a softer, more natural feel with less odor, itchy skin, or eye irritation. Hot Spring notes that the system can help keep water clean and feeling great for up to a full year.
Is Limelight compatible with FreshWater IQ?
Yes. The Limelight Collection is FreshWater® IQ ready. Hot Spring describes FreshWater IQ as its smartest saltwater system, with hourly monitoring, clear instructions, and precision dosing to help maintain balanced water with less effort.
How easy is Limelight water care?
Limelight is designed for easier ownership. The collection includes dual-action filtration, FreshWater Salt System readiness, and FreshWater IQ readiness. The two-filter design helps keep water cleaner with less maintenance by using one filter for the circulation pump and another for the jet pumps.
What is dual-action filtration?
Dual-action filtration is Hot Spring’s two-filter design. One filter works with the circulation pump, and the other works with the jet pumps, helping increase total filtration area and clean water more effectively when the spa is running.
Are Limelight spas energy efficient?
Yes. Limelight spas include Hot Spring’s Energy Smart® features, FiberCor® insulation, WeatherPro™ covers, a low-energy circulation pump, and a no-fault heater. FiberCor insulation fills the cabinet and is described by Hot Spring as four times denser than the half-pound foam used in many spas.
What kind of massage does the Limelight Collection offer?
Limelight spas use comfortable seating and purposefully arranged jet systems to target areas like the neck, shoulders, back, wrists, calves, and feet. The Comfort Control® system lets users adjust the massage feel, while the SmartJet® system allows water flow to be directed to different jet groups and seats.
Is the Limelight Collection good for hydrotherapy?
Yes. Limelight is a strong option for hydrotherapy-focused buyers because it combines targeted jets, customizable jet control, ergonomic seating, and full-body massage coverage. It is especially appealing for customers who want relief, relaxation, and everyday recovery in a stylish premium spa.
What design features come with Limelight spas?
Limelight spas have a modern look with sculpted seating, brushed stainless-steel jet details, multi-color interior LED lighting, exterior lighting, cabinet finish options, and shell color choices. Hot Spring says the collection is designed to “turn heads.”
Do Limelight spas have lighting?
Yes. The Limelight Collection includes multi-color LED lighting. The lighting accents the spa shell inside, while exterior LED lights are integrated into the front corners for a more elegant backyard look.
Is the Limelight Collection worth it?
For many buyers, yes. Limelight offers a strong balance of premium features, modern styling, easy water care, and energy efficiency. It is especially worth considering for customers who want a refined spa experience with saltwater readiness and excellent massage without moving into the highest-price collection.
Hot Tub Safety Tips
For safety, limit hot tub sessions to about 15–30 minutes, keep the water temperature at or below 104°F, and stay hydrated before and after use. Avoid alcohol, and get out right away if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, overheated, or uncomfortable. People who are pregnant, have heart conditions, blood pressure concerns, or other medical conditions should check with a healthcare professional before using a hot tub.
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