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Installation Instructions
Location Pr eparation
Your Saratoga Spa is totally self-contained and portable. You can install the spa outside or
inside. Preferable places are on a patio, deck or indoors. The spa should always be placed on
a structurally strong, level surface. Other items you need to consider are the following:
• Verify that the location chosen can support the weight of the spa, the water of the spa and
its occupants.
• Always check the surface of the site to see if it is level before filling the spa with water.
• Allow access to the equipment compartment for routine maintenance.
• When positioning the spa, be sure to allow for drainage away from the electrical compart-
ment.
• Leave easy access to the RCI breaker.
WARNING: The Saratoga Spa is manufactured to be a portable unit. Any permanent
installation of this product is done at the risk of the owner. Permanent installation of this
unit violates warranty coverage.
Outdo or Installation
Always keep in mind what type of climate you live in. In a climate with cold, snowy winters
you may want to consider locating the spa close to the house for easy access. In climates
where it is normally warm or hot year-round, it would be recommended to place the spa in a
shaded or cool area.
With deck installations it is recommended that a qualified building contractor or structural
engineer review the weight the deck can support. The spa specification sheet (on page 6) can
assist you with the weights and dimensions of your spa.
Indo or Installation
Special requirements are needed for indoor installation. Spas normally produce moisture. A
ventilation system needs to be considered. Your spa area should contain moisture resistant
wall/floor coverings and building materials to avoid damage from moisture over time. Proper
drainage of the spas water also needs to be considered.
IMPORTANT: Your Saratoga Spa is equipped with air vents to allow for circulation of air
throughout the equipment compartment. These vents are found on the face of the equip-
ment compartment panel and under the corners of the spa at the equipment compartment
end. Do not allow vents to be blocked as to prevent the circulation of air in the equipment
compartment.
YOUR SARATOGA SPA DEALER CAN HELP YOU WITH INFORMATION SUCH AS
LOCAL ZONING REGULATIONS AND BUILDING CODES.
