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Installation Instructions
SPA LEVELING PREPARATION
Concrete sloped at 1.5 cm per 3 m is preferred so that rain water and
water spillover will run off and not puddle underneath the spa (water
under the spa for long
periods of time may
cause the wood to
deteriorate). Other
options are brick,
stepping stone, or
blocks.
It is important to note that soft surfaces, even when stepping stones are
used to evenly distribute the
weight of the spa, will have
a tendency to settle, thus
resulting in an unleveled
spa.
NOTE:
Placing the spa on
grass or dirt may increase
the amount of debris which is inadvertently brought into the spa water
and may cause harm to your equipment as well as the spa surface,
which is not covered under warranty.
GROUND PREPARATION
Your
CALDERA
spa has been engineered to perform on several kinds
of surfaces. While a concrete slab is best for long-term use*, other
foundations are acceptable so long as a level base is prepared prior to
delivery.
*NOTE:
A reinforced concrete pad at least 10 cm (4 inches) thick or a
deck that is able to withstand more than 515 kg/m² is recommended for
the
PROVENCE,
610 kg/m² is recommended for
TAHITIAN
spa, and
600 kg/m² is recommended for the
GENEVA
&
NIAGARA
and 635 kg/
m² for the
CANTABRIA
spa.
INSTALLATION NOTES:
If you are purchasing a deck package or a gazebo with your spa, a solid
foundation becomes mandatory. Placing them on any surface other than
a single level pad could create problems with their installation.
As a homeowner, it is your responsibility to provide a suitable, level
foundation for your spa. Keep in mind that most delivery crews are not
equipped to level and prepare spa sites.
If you are interested in having a concrete slab, brick surface, or wood
deck installed, your
CALDERA
dealer should be able to suggest a
qualified, licensed contractor.
NOTE:
In order for the spa to operate properly and the internal plumbing
to drain completely, you must ensure that the spa is level after it has
been installed. Your
UTOPIA
spa delivery crew can help you perform the
procedure.
Slope 1.5 cm per 3 m for proper drainage.
1.5 cm
3 m
Stepping stones or brick may settle
causing the spa to be unlevel.
