Cal Spas Home Resorts FA-1325, Owner'S Manual

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Service Area Clearances Service Area Clearances
Foundation Requirements Foundation Requirements
Your spa needs a solid foundation. The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the spa, filled with water
and with occupants in it. If the foundation is inadequate, it may shift and collapse on itself once the spa is filled or in
operation with occupants. This stress at the base of the spa will damage your spas shell and finish . Place the spa on an
elevated 4-6 inch concrete slab. Pavers, gravel, brick, sand, timbers or dirt fondations are not adequate to support the
spa. If the spa is installed indoors, Pay close attention to the flooring beneath it and weight maxiums of the floor. Having
flooring that will resist damage or staining when exposed to treated spa water. If this is installed on an elevated wood
deck or other structure, it is advised to consult a licensed contractor or structural engineer to ensure the elevated
structure will support the weight of 150 Lb per square foot (732Kg/Meter squared)