Owner`s manual

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Electrical Requirements and Servicing
The Spa shall be hooked up by a licensed electrician and observing all municipal
codes. Codes may vary from state to state. Check with a local electrician to find out wiring
requirements for your area.
Minimum specifications: A # 6/3 wire ( this is a 4 wire system as the ground wire is
not referred to) making up a #6 Black (hot), a #6 Red (hot), a #6 White (neutral), and a #6
Green (ground). A 60 amp 240 volt breaker for 3 pump hot tubs and 50 amp 240 volt
breaker for all other 240 volt applications. A corresponding GFCI either 60/50 amp
depending on electrical needs.
We recommend using a “square D” GFCI as wired in diagram.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The electrical wiring if this spa must meet the requirements
of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and any applicable state or local codes. The electrical
circuit must be installed by a qualified electrician and approved by a local building/
electrical inspection authority.
1. This spa must be permanently connected (hard-wired) to the power supply. No plug-
in connections or extension cords are to be used in conjunction with the operation of this
spa. Supplying power to the spa which is not in accordance with these instructions will code
both of the independent testing agency listings and the manufacturer’s warranty.
2. The power supplied to this spa must be a dedicated circuit with no other appliances
or lights sharing the power provided by the circuit.
3. To determine the current, voltage, and wire size required, refer to section “Power
Requirements” Wire size must be appropriate per NEC and/or local codes.
4. We recommend type THHN wire.
5. All wiring must be copper to ensure proper connections. When using wire larger
than #6 (10mm2), add a junction box near the spa and reduce to short lengths of #6
(10mm2) wire to connect to spa.
6. The electrical supply for this product must include a suitably rated circuit breaker to
open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply with Section 422-20 of the National
Electrical Code. ANSI/NFPA 70. The disconnecting means must be readily accessible to
the spa’s occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5m) from spa water.
7. The electrical circuit supplied for the spa must include a suitable ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) as required by NEC Article 680-42.