Installation Guide

3. Make the Electrical Connections – USA
WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Make sure that the power has been disconnected before
performing the following procedures.
WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Connect the pump and heater (if included) to properly
grounded, grounding-type receptacles protected by Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupters (GFCI’s) or
Residual Current Devices (RCD’s). Do not remove the grounding pins from the plugs. Do not use
grounding adapters.
NOTE: A label identifying the model number and electrical rating of the whirlpool is located near the
whirlpool pump.
NOTICE: The pump and heater (if included) are each equipped with a cord and plug. All wiring for the
heater has been completed at the factory. A qualified electrician must install a GFCI- or RCD-protected, 120
V, 15 A, grounded outlet for the pump, and another for the heater. No other load should be on these
circuits.
Install a dedicated electrical outlet behind the whirlpool, and within 24″ (610 mm) of the pump
power cord.
Plug the pump plug into this outlet.
NOTE: Make sure that the air actuator tubing is securely attached to the pump, and is not kinked or
damaged.
For units with heaters, install a second outlet behind the whirlpool and within reach of the 24″ (610
mm) heater power cord.
Plug the heater plug into this outlet.
Install a second
GFCI-protected outlet for "H"
models for the in-line heater.
24" (610 mm) Max. Distance
Between Pump and Outlet
24" (610 mm) Power Cord
Bond in accordance
with applicable codes.
Heater
Install a GFCI-protected
120 V, 15 A grounded outlet.
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