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within 5 feet (1.5m) of the spa. Bonding wire must be at least No. 8 AWG
(8.4mm
2
) solid copper wire. This is a most important safety assurance
feature.
Before installing your spa, check with your local building department to
insure installation conforms to local building codes.
4.0 Choosing A Location
IMPORTANT:
Because of the combined weight of the spa, water and
users, it is extremely important that the base upon which the spa rests
be smooth, flat, level and capable of uniformly supporting this weight,
without shifting or settling, for the entire time the spa is in place. If the
spa is placed on a surface which does not meet these requirements,
damage to the skirt and/or the spa shell may result. Damage
caused by improper support is not covered under warranty. It is the
responsibility of the spa owner to assure the integrity of the support
at all times. We recommend a poured, reinforced concrete slab
with a minimum thickness of 4 inches (10cm). Wood decking is also
acceptable provided it is constructed so that it meets the requirements
outlined above.
The spa must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage away
from it. Placing the spa in a depression without provisions for proper
drainage could allow rain, overflow and other casual water to flood the
equipment and create a wet condition in which it would sit in. For spas
which will be recessed into a floor or deck, install so as to permit access
to the equipment, either from above or below, for servicing. Make certain
that there are no obstructions which would prevent removal of all side
cabinet side panels and access to the jet components, especially on the
side with the equipment bay.
4.1 Outdoor Location
In selecting the ideal outdoor location for your spa, we suggest that you
take into consideration:
•
The proximity to changing area and shelter (especially in colder
weather).
•
The pathway to and from your spa (this should be free of debris so
that dirt and leaves are not easily tracked into the spa).
