BullFrog I 331 Series, Owner'S Manual

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rEfErEnCE MaTErIaL
Site Selection & Installation
Before attempting to install or use your spa, please read Important Safety
Instructions as well as all the installation instructions that follow.
Site Selection and Preparation
Your home most likely offers multiple sites where your spa may be installed.
Use the information presented in this section to assist you in carefully select-
ing the site that works best for you. It is your responsibility to choose and
prepare the site properly before delivery, so you will experience a smooth and
efficient delivery as well as obtain optimal use and full enjoyment of your spa.
Environment
Surroundings: The direction that your spa will be facing will contribute to
your overall bathing experience. Select the spa location that will provide op-
timal views based on your property layout. Consider your lifestyle and where
you want to enjoy your spa and situate it accordingly. Indoor installations pro-
vide privacy, but create high levels of humidity (see Indoor Considerations). If
your spa is outside, a nearby place for you and your guests to change clothes is
a huge convenience. Also, a location near a house entry is convenient in areas
with extreme winter climates.
Indoor Considerations: Indoor spa installations have special requirements.
Your Bullfrog Spas is the most leak-free spa in the industry, but there is still
a chance of a leak from any spa. The environment both around and below the
spa should be water resistant, and preferably waterproof. It must be capable
of handling water splashed out from the spa as well as the possibility of a
leak. Recommendations to handle water around the spa include, but are not
limited to, a floor drain and/or a catch basin equivalent to the volume of water
in your spa. Condensation can also occur on the spa cover and drip onto the
floor. Therefore, ensure that flooring materials provide a good grip when wet
and are resilient to constant exposure of water and chemicals. In addition to
handling the water from the spa, it is recommended that the room be properly
ventilated. Humidity levels will naturally increase after the spa is installed and
in use. Water may get into woodwork and produce dry rot, mildew, or other
problems. Over time, high levels of humidity and spa chemicals can cause
water damage to your floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces. Check for airborne
moisture’s effects on exposed wood, paper, and paint in the room. To minimize
humidity damage, it is best to provide plenty of ventilation such as a ceiling
fan and moisture-resistant paint. An architect can help to determine if special
ventilation equipment is required, such as a humidistat or dehumidifier which
can be installed to regulate indoor humidity during spa use.
NOTE: Typical indoor surfaces include, but are not limited to concrete, wood,
non-slip tile, or linoleum.
Outdoor Considerations: There are several considerations when installing
your spa outdoors. 1. Avoid selecting a site where excessive water may contact
the spa, such as sprinklers or a roof edge without rain gutters. 2. Avoid areas of
direct, prolonged sunlight (if possible). The ultraviolet rays may fade or dam-
age the spa cover and cabinet. 3. Check all applicable national and local codes
regarding possible restrictions that require fencing or childproof gates around
the spa. 4. Prevent dirt, sand, and foliage from being tracked into your spa by
utilizing concrete, concrete pavers, or stone for paths and access areas (or, avoid
positioning your spa in an area where debris will be tracked into the spa).
Check the location of trees and spill paths from gutters to determine if wind
or rain will sweep debris into your spa. 5. Consider your view and your privacy
during all seasons of the year so your experience in your outdoor spa will be
enhanced rather than limited.