Jacuzzi LX J - LX, Owner'S Manual

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LX Collection
7.0 electrical wiring Instructions
ImporTanT noTICe:
The electrical wiring of this spa
must meet the requirements of the National Electrical
Code/USA (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. Dedicated 240V models 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 void both the independent testing agency listing 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 6.0 “Power Requirements” (page 12 ).
Wire size must be appropriate per NEC/USA and/or local codes. •
We recommend type THHN wire. •
All wiring must be copper to ensure proper connections. • Do not use
aluminum wire.
4. When using wire larger than #6 (10 mm²), add a junction box near
the spa and reduce to short lengths of #8 (8.4 mm²) wire to connect
to the spa.
5. The electrical supply for this product must include a suitably rated switch
or circuit breaker to open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply
with Section 422-20 of the National Electrical Code/USA, 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.
6. The electrical circuit supplied for the spa must include a suitable
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) as required by NEC/USA Article
680-42.
7. To gain access to the spa’s power terminal block, remove the screws
securing the synthetic cabinet corner and front panel under the
control panel (Figure A). Then remove the four control box door screws
and door (Figure B).
note:
The stainless steel corners will require a square drive bit.