Operating instructions

Swim Spa Operator’s Guide
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS cont.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
To Reduce the Risk of Injury. Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for
causing fetal damage during early months of pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant women
should limit swim spa water temperatures to 100˚ F (38˚ C).
To Reduce the Risk of Injury. Before entering the swim spa, the user should measure the
water temperature with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of water temperature-
regulating devices may very as much as +/- 5˚ F (2˚ C).
To Reduce the Risk of Injury: The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during swim
spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.
To Reduce the Risk of Injury: Pregnant women, the elderly, infants, or persons suffering
from obesity or with a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory
system problems, or diabetes, should consult a physician before using the swim spa. People
with infectious diseases should not use an swim spa.
To Reduced the Risk of Injury: Persons using medications should consult a physician before
using the swim spa since some medication may induce drowsiness, while other medication
may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
Observe a reasonable time lime when using the swim spa. Long exposures at high temperatures
can cause high body temperature (hyperthermia) Enter and exit the swim spa slowly. Wet
surfaces can be very slippery.
Proper chemical maintenance of swim spa water is necessary to maintain safe water and
prevent possible damage to swim spa components.
Use the cover straps and clip tie downs to secure the cover when not in use. This will help
discourage unsupervised children from entering the spa and keep the spa cover secure in high
wind conditions. There is no guarantee that the cover, clip tie downs, or the actual locks will
prevent access to the swim spa.
WARNING
CAUTION!
HYPERTHERMIA: Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia.
Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several
degrees above the normal body temperatures of (98.6˚ F, 37˚C). The symptoms of
hyperthermia include, dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy, and fainting.
• Failure to feel heat
• Failure to recognize the need to exit the spa
• Unawareness of impending hazards
• Fetal injury in pregnant women
• Physical inability to exit the spa or hot tub
• Unconsciousness resulting in the potential of drowning.
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