seleCtInG a sIte fOr yOur rIptIde spa
Your Riptide spa is designed for either indoor or
outdoor use. in either case, please adhere to the
following guidelines:
1. Select a site that is stable and capable of supporting
the weight of your spa, its water, and the people using
it (refer to the model brochure or contact an authorised
Riptide dealer for the filled weight of your spa). if
installed on a suspended floor/deck, it should be
capable of supporting your spa. if you have concerns
on this matter, please contact a qualified, licensed
contractor.
2. The surface needs to be flat and level as it must
provide continuous support for the entire bottom of
the spa structure. Do not shim or block up the spa
creating voids below the base framework. if you do not
intend to use a pit please ensure you have adequate
drainage or a soak away.
3. Avoid installing the spa in a pit or low area where
water may accumulate and damage the spa or its
equipment. Choose a site where water will drain away
from the spa and not towards it.
4.
Important:
with all installations, the Riptide spa
must be located at least 150cm [5ft] from all electrical
outlets, switches, and other permanently installed
electrical devices.
Indoor considerations:
There are several considerations
when installing your Riptide spa indoors: the
environment both around and below the spa should
be water resistant. it must be capable of handling water
splashed out from the spa as well as the possibility
of a leak from the vessel ( a catch basin equivalent
to the volume of your spa is recommended); it is
recommended that the room you install the spa in has
proper ventilation. This can usually be achieved by an
exhaust fan or a dehumidifier if spa is used for less
than one hour per day.
note:
Typical indoor surfaces include, but are not
limited to: concrete; wood; non-slip tile or linoleum.
Outdoor Considerations:
When selecting an outdoor
site, several things should be considered. Firstly, avoid
selecting a site where excessive water may contact the
spa such as from sprinklers or a roof edge without rain
gutters. if possible, avoid areas of direct, prolonged
sunlight. The ultraviolet rays of sunlight will tend to
fade and damage your Riptide spa cover and cabinet.
Lastly, avoid locating your spa in an area where debris
could be blown into the spa. if sinking your Riptide spa
into the ground a suitable drainage system must be
installed to avoid the risk of hydrostatic pressure from
rising ground water.
note:
Typical outdoor surfaces include, but are not
limited to: concrete; brick; non-slip tile; wood-decking;
pea shingle or sand.
eleCtrICal reQuIreMents
and COnneCtIOns
All Riptide spas must be wired in accordance with
all national electric codes. Always use a qualified
electrician to perform the electrical installation.
wiring installation
Please provide a dedicated 13 amp waterproof outdoor
socket power supply terminated at a consumer unit
fitted with a Type C breaker. Alternatively, you could fit
a rotary isolator and have your own electrician hardwire
directly into the hot tub control box.
220/240v Installation
Use only a qualified, licensed electrician to make 240
Volt electrical installations.
Your 220/240v standard Riptide spa model requires
one fused and dedicated electrical circuit of 13 amp
supply wire size of 1.5mm-2.5mm. it is important that
these circuits are dedicated (not being used by any
other electrical appliance) or your spa may not function
properly.
Position your Riptide spa at least 150cm [5ft] from all
electrical outlets or devices.
electrician’s Instructions
We strongly recommend that a suitable seal cable
guide is installed to retain the water tight seal of the
control boxes. The incoming power line must be suitably
fused and protected to a C.E. minimum standard and
any national specific regulations required.
INSTALLATION & SET-UP
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IMpOrtant InfOrMatIOn
Never, under any circumstances, install your
Riptide Spa on an electrically heated floor.
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