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Tad Pole Hot Tub Owner’s Manual
f) Persons using medication should consult a
physician before using a spa since some
medication may induce drowsiness while other
medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure
and circulation.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING SIGN
Included with this spa is a warning sign (Fig. A) to
inform occasional users and guests of the risk of
using the spa. This warning sign is suitable for
indoor or outdoor use. Place this warning sign in a
conspicuous place adjacent to the spa. For free extra
copies call Bullfrog International, L.C. at (801) 565-
8111.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. WARNING
-
Risk of Fatal Hyperthermia.
a) The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can
greatly increase the risk of fatal Hyperthermia in
spas and hot tubs.
b) The causes, symptoms, and effects of
Hyperthermia may be described as follows:
Hyperthermia occurs when the internal
temperature of the body reaches a level several
degrees above the normal body temperature of
37°C (98.6°F). The symptoms of Hyperthermia
include an increase in the internal temperature of
the body, dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness, and
fainting. The effects of Hyperthermia include:
•
Unawareness of impending hazard;
•
Failure to perceive heat;
•
Failure to recognize the need to exit the spa or
hot tub;
•
Physical inability to exit the spa or hot tub;
•
Fetal damage in pregnant women; and
(Figure A) Warning Sign
•
Unconsciousness and danger of drowning.
2. WARNING - Risk to Infants, the Elderly, and
Women Planning or Experiencing Pregnancy.
Please consult your physician if the above ap-
plies to you or anyone using your spa.
3. WARNING - Risk of Children Drowning.
Although your spa cover is not rated as a
safety cover, it is wise to always keep the spa
cover securely fastened when not in use. This
will help discourage children from attempting
to enter the
spa while not supervised by an adult.
4. WARNING - Risk of Drowning.
Use caution
when bathing alone. Overexposure to hot water
may cause nausea, dizziness, and fainting.
5. WARNING - Risk of Injury.
To avoid injury,
exercise care when entering or exiting the spa
or hot tub. Surfaces can be very slippery when
wet. Do not step or sit on HeadRests. Also,
keep all breakable objects out of the spa area.
6. WARNING - Risk of Injury.
Do not use a spa
or hot tub immediately following strenuous ex-
ercise.
7. WARNING - Risk of Injury.
Prolonged im-
mersion in a spa or hot tub may be injurious to
your health.
8. WARNING - Risk of Injury.
People with
infectious
9. WARNING - Risk of Injury.
Short term
inhalation of high concentrations of ozone and
long term inhalations of low concentrations of
ozone can cause serious physiological effects.
Do not inhale ozone gas produced by your
spa's Ozone Sterilizer.
10. CAUTION - Risk of Injury.
Maintain water
chemistry in accordance with chemical
manufacturer’s instructions.
11. WARNING - Risk of Shock.
Spa shall not be
operated in severe weather conditions, i.e.
electrical storms, tornadoes, etc.
12. CAUTION - Unauthorized Access.
Secure
the spa area against unauthorized access.
Make sure all barriers meet both state and local
codes. Keep spa cover on spa when spa is not
being used.
