Use and Care Guide

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Spa Location The selection of a site for the
installation of your spa is a very important
decision and should be undertaken keeping several
factors in mind.
1. Always check your local codes before
installing your spa. A clear understanding of
buildings, fences, gates, electrical and
plumbing guidelines will be invaluable.
2. Select a location that will compliment your
lifestyle and your home. The spa will become
an integral part of your life and therefore
should be placed advantageously.
3. The position of the spa in relation to
surrounding terrain should be considered.
Locating the spa near or directly under trees
not only cuts off the sun thereby depriving you
of natural heat, but also necessitates the
physical removal of leaves and debris.
Airborne dirt and debris may also be carried
into the spa by prevailing winds. In addition,
an uncovered spa with wind blowing across the
top will tend to lower water temperatures;
therefore you may wish to shield your spa from
direct winds.
4. You may wish to consider an indoor
installation. An indoor spa located off of a
bedroom or family room can offer relaxing
solitude or enjoyable gatherings of friends or
family. Care should be taken in providing
protection from possible water damage due to
splashing. High humidity levels relating to the
spa can also be a source for damage and should
be planned for in the construction stage.
5. Your portable spa with a cabinet has been
designed to be self-supporting. Any further
reinforcement or support is not required when
placed upon a sound, unbroken, level concrete
foundation. In order to prevent damage to the
cabinet and spa, be certain to locate the spa on
a solid, level concrete foundation capable of
maintaining the weight of the spa when filled
with water.
6. A base of poured concrete is required for
installation. Select a level, flat area, and after
removing the topsoil, construct a square frame
using four 2x4's. Usually an area ten foot
square will suffice. When the frame has been
leveled, pour a 3 1/2" base of concrete mix into
the frame leveling the mix by stroking across
the top with another 2x4. Finish the top with
the cement float. When the slab has cured,
remove the 2x4's and landscape as desired. The
spa must have a full, complete concrete base
to be placed on. The entire bottom of the spa
must be supported by concrete. Note: It is
necessary to provide drainage of the
compartment for the electrical components.
7. Install your spa in a location which allows easy
access to the equipment bay.
8. Before filling with water, be sure the spa is in
its final position and that hoses, tools, etc. are
not under the spa.
THIS SYSTEM COMES WITH A PREWIRED
GFCI IN-LINE CORD. IF THE CUSTOMER
DESIRES TO HARD WIRE THE UNIT,
PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
BELOW.
Installation Instructions
Electrical-General
Prior to performing any service to the spa
package, turn OFF ALL primary electric power at
the main circuit breaker or disconnect panel.
Opening the electrical control box can make all
field electrical connections.
All electrical connections to this spa package
must be accomplished by a qualified electrician in
accordance with the National Electric Code or the
Canadian Electric Code and in accordance with
any local electrical codes in effect at the time of
installation.
All connections should be made in accordance
with the wiring tab enclosed in the electrical
control box.
These spa packages are designed to operate on
60Hz Alternating Current only, at a voltage of 115
volts as required.
Spa packages with a 115-volt rating require a
two wire electrical service, plus ground (line 1,
neutral and ground). Connections should be made
using copper conductors only. The connecting wire
and circuit breakers or fuses must all be sized to
accommodate the Total Ampere load as specified
on the equipment module data label.
115v Installation requires 15-amp circuit
breaker. A bonding lug has been provided on the
equipment module to allow connection to local
ground points. To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, a #8 AWG solid copper bonding wire
should be run from this lug to any metal ladders,
water pipes or other metal within 5 feet of the spa.
Initial Start Up
1. Fill the spa before plugging into the
electrical circuit. Be sure all valves are
open and all union nuts are tight
2. Check for plumbing leaks.
3. Be sure all suction valves to equipment
pack are open.
4. Set filtering cycles according to control
panel instructions.
PLEASE NOTE: To Overseas owners
50 Hz, 230-volt units should be wired to the
national code in the country of the owner’
residence.