IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
The following “Safety Rules for Hot Tubs,” recommended by the U.S. Consumer Product
Safety Commission, should be observed when using the spa to reduce the risk of injury:
1. The water in a pool or tub should never exceed 104°F (40°C). A water temperature higher than
104°F is considered unsafe for all persons. Lower water temperatures are recommended for
extended use (exceeding 10 – 15 minutes) and for young children.
2.
Pregnant women:
Soaking in water above 102°F (38.5°C) can cause fetal damage during the first
three months of pregnancy (could result in the birth of a brain damaged or deformed child). If
pregnant women are going to use the spa or hot tub, they should make sure the water temperature is
below 100°F (38°C) maximum.
3. Before entering a spa, the user should measure the water temperature at several occupant
locations using an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of water temperature-regulating
devices may vary as much as ±5°F (±3°C).
4. Alcohol, drugs, or medication should not be used before or during pool or tub use since their use
may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning.
5. Persons with obesity or a medical history of heart disease, diabetes, circulatory or blood pressure
problems should consult their physician before using a hot tub or spa.
6. Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a pool or tub since some
medication may induce drowsiness while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure,
and circulation.
WARNING
– The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal
hyperthermia in pools and tubs.
NOTE: Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several
degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6°F. The symptoms of hyperthermia include
dizziness, fainting, drowsiness, lethargy, and an increase in the internal temperature of the body. The
effects of hyperthermia include (1) unawareness of impending hazard, (2) failure to perceive heat, (3)
failure to recognize the need to exit pool or tub, (4) physical inability to exit pool or tub, (5) fetal
damage in pregnant women, and (6) unconsciousness resulting in a danger of drowning.
WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.
This heater contains wiring that carries high voltage. Contact with these wires may result in severe
injury or death. Basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
All 120V spas require a DEDICATED 20 AMP CLASS A GFCI SERVICE. All 240V spas require a
DEDICATED CLASS A GFCI SERVICE. Do not use extension cords.
NOTE:
A licensed electrician
may be required to upgrade your standard receptacle and/or circuit breaker.
DANGER -- RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
Do not permit any external electrical appliances, such as
lights, telephones, radios, televisions, and etc., within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of the spa. Never attempt to
operate any electrical device from inside the spa. This does not apply to lights, stereos and
televisions that are built in to the spa as factory options.
DANGER -- RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
The spa should be at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) from all
metal surfaces. As an alternative, a spa may be installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal
surface is permanently bonded by a minimum #8 AWG solid copper conductor to the outside of the
spa’s control box.
A green terminal (or wire connector marked "G", "GR", "GROUND" or "GROUNDING") is provided
within the control box. To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect this terminal or connector to the
grounding terminal of the electric service or supply panel with a continuous copper wire in accordance
with the NEC.
MAINTENANCE WARNING
: ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD ATTEMPT MAINTENANCE
ON THIS EQUIPMENT(N.E.C. ARTICLE 100-1971) (MAINTENANCE MUST BE DONE WITH MAIN
DISCONNECT OPEN)
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