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Copyright © 2016
Hot Tub Barn
Revised April 2016
Instructions and Advice for Sinking Spas
If you intend to sink your spa please read the following carefully.
Because of the need to access the spa should a fault occur we need you to design your deck with removable
hatches.
When digging your pit please allow a 24” (61cm) gap on all four sides of your hot tub and ensure retaining walls
are sufficient to allow clean access and no backfilling should occur as this could invalidate warranties.
Dig the hole and lay a 5” (13cm) reinforced concrete base with a soak away underneath. Please position your
soak away so it can be accessed to ensure it cannot become blocked with debris. Please make sure the soak
away is sufficient to ensure your pit cannot become full of water because your warranty will not cover flooded
electrical components.
If you are to sink a HotSpring Spa fitted with
SpaAudio you must leave the spa semi-sunk
so as to expose the outside controls.
If you are in a low-lying or possible flood area
the fitting of a submersible sump pump is
recommended.
If using decking around the spa, all four
sides, may require access, must have
removable panels to allow access to the sides
of the spa.
Please ensure the electrical requirements
meet those shown in the Installation
Instructions you were given at the time of
purchase. All electrical fittings must be
accessible at the control panel end of the pit
and are fitted to current legislation.
Always consult a builder or contractor for professional advice.
If you have any queries or require further information regarding the delivery of your spa please contact your
Sales Person or the Installation Department.