Owner`s manual

Make sure the spa is colU1ected to a
Ground Fault Interrupter (GFCI)
protected circuit. This. GFCI is
required by the National Electrical
Code (NEC) and must be installed
by a licensed electrician. Test GFO
monthly.
Prolonged immersion in -water that is warmer
than normal body temperature can result in a
dangerous condition known as HypoTHER-
MIA. The causes, symptoms, and effects of
hypothermia may be described as follows:
Hypothermia occurs when the internal tempera-
ture of the body reaches a level several degrees
above the normal body temperature of 98.6
degrees F. The symptoms of hypothermia include
dizziness, fainting, drowsiness, lethargy, and an
increase in the internal temperature of the body.
The effects of hypothermia include (1) unaware-
ness of impending hazard, (2) failure to perceive
heat, (3) failure to recognize the need to exit the
spa, (4) physical inability to exit the spa, (5) fetal
damage in pregnant women, and ( 6) uncon-
sciousness resulting in a danger of drowning.
Test the water with your hand
before entering the spa to be sure it
is comfortable.
Remember that wet surfaces can be
slippery. Take care when entering
and exiting the spa.
Use the thermal cover when the spa
is not in use, empty or full.
DO
Take steps to prevent the intrusion
of sand and dirt into the spa.
WARNING -The use of alcohol, drugs, or med-
ication can greatly increase the risk of fatal
hypothermia in hot tubs and spas.
Maintain proper water chemistry.
Clean the filter cartridge weekly.
Persons taking medications which induce drowsi-
neBS such as tranquilizers, antihistamines or anti-
coagulants should not use the spa. Pregnant
women and persons with a medical history of
heart disease, circulatory problems, diabetes or
high blood pressure should consult their physi-
cian before using the spa.
DON'T
Use the spa for long periods of time
at temperatures over 104 F.
Operate spa without water. Turn
circuit breaker off before emptying
the spa and while it is empty.
DON'T
Store chemicals in the spa' s equip-
ment compartment.
Child~n are especially sensitive to hot water. At
no time should children have unsupervised
access to the spa. The use of elevated decking may
encourage children to climb onto the thermal
cover -IT IS NOT DESIGNED AS A SAFETY
OR CHILD RESISTANT COVER!
DON'T
Open the electrical box. There are
no user serviceable parts inside.
DON'T
Operate the pump(s) on hi-speed
for extended periods of time with
the cover on. Extended hi-speed
pump operation will cause a slow
heat build-up due to water friction,
which could trip the spa's hi-limit
thennostat.
Every Vita Spa comes with a therD\al cover which
is provided with locking straps. INSTALL the
locks for your child's safety.
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