Use and Care Manual

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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 foundation. In order to
prevent damage to the cabinet and spa, be
certain to locate the spa on a solid, level
foundation capable of maintaining the weight
of the spa when filled with water.
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.