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site properly before delivery, so you will experience a smooth and
efficient delivery as well as obtain optimal use and full enjoyment
of your spa.
DISCLAIMER
VILLEROY AND BOCH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INJURY,
LOSS, COST OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CON-
SEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO HOME AND/OR FLOORING, DECKING
AND SUBSEQUENT SURROUNDING MATERIALS, LOSS OF USE OF
THE SPA AND COST FOR REMOVAL OF DEFECTIVE PRODUCT,
EVEN IF VILLEROY AND BOCH HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POS-
SIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
Environment
Surroundings: The direction that your spa will be facing will
contribute to your overall bathing experience. Select the spa
location that will provide optimal views based on your property
layout. Consider your lifestyle and where you want to enjoy your
spa and situate it accordingly. Indoor installations provide privacy,
but create high levels of humidity (see Indoor Considerations).
If your spa is outside, a nearby place for you and your guests to
change clothes is a huge convenience. Also, a location near a
house entry is convenient in areas with extreme winter climates.
Indoor Considerations: Indoor spa installations
have special requirements.
The environment both around and below the spa should be
water resistant, and preferably waterproof. It must be capable of
handling water splashed out from the spa as well as the possibility
of a malfunction.
Recommendations to handle water around the spa include, but
are not limited to, a floor drain and/or a catch basin equivalent
to the volume of water in your spa. Condensation can also occur
on the spa cover and drip onto the floor. Therefore, ensure that
flooring materials provide a good grip when wet and are resilient
to constant exposure of water and chemicals.
In addition to handling the water from the spa, it is
recommended that the room be properly ventilated. Humidity
levels will naturally increase after the spa is installed and in use.
Water may get into woodwork and produce dry rot, mildew,
or other problems. Over time, high levels of humidity and spa
chemicals can cause water damage to your floor, wall, and ceiling
surfaces.
To minimize humidity damage, it is best to provide plenty of
ventilation such as a ceiling fan and moisture-resistant paint. An
architect can help to determine if special ventilation equipment
is required, such as a humidistat or dehumidifier which can be
installed to regulate indoor humidity during spa use.
NOTE:
Typical indoor surfaces include, but are not limited to
concrete, wood, non-slip tile, or linoleum.
Outdoor Considerations:
There are several considerations
when installing your spa outdoors.
1.
Avoid selecting a site where excessive water may contact the
spa, such as sprinklers or a roof edge without rain gutters.
2.
Avoid areas of direct, prolonged sunlight (if possible).
The ultraviolet rays may fade or damage the spa cover and
cabinet.
3.
Check all applicable national and local codes regarding
possible restrictions that require fencing or childproof gates
around the spa.
4.
Prevent dirt, sand, and foliage from being tracked into your
spa by utilizing concrete, concrete pavers, or stone for paths
and access areas (or, avoid positioning your spa in an area
where debris will be tracked into the spa). Check the location
of trees and spill paths from gutters to determine if wind or
rain will sweep debris into your spa.
5.
Consider your view and your privacy during all seasons of the
year so your experience in your outdoor spa will be enhanced
rather than limited.
NOTE:
Typical outdoor surfaces include, but are not limited to
concrete, brick, non-slip tile, wood decking, pea gravel, or sand.
Spa Location
Service Access: Some people choose to install tile, stone, or
custom wood around their spas. If you are installing your spa with
custom trimming, remember to allow access for service. Should
your spa need service, a technician may need to remove the spa’s
equipment compartment door or side panels, or access the spa
from beneath. Also, it is always best to design special installations
so the spa can Design Seriesl be moved, or lifted from the ground.
Access to Circuit Breakers:
For service purposes, allow
easy access to the circuit breakers in the electrical service panel
(permanently connected models), or to the interrupter switch on
the end of the power cord (cord-connected models).
Electrical Safety Requirements:
The installation of all
spas must be in accordance with national and local wiring rules.
A licensed Electrician must perform the electrical installation and
RCD test procedure. Each Villeroy & Boch Spa is manufactured
and tested to a standard that provides maximum protection
against electrical shock.
Improper wiring may prevent the spa from operating safely which
could result in electrical shock, injury, or death. Improper wiring
could also lead to a malfunction of the spa’s equipment and risk
of fire. When considering a location for your spa, consult with a
licensed Electrician pertaining to the following:
Overhead Power Lines:
Based upon the national and local
wiring rules that apply to your area, you will need to install your
spa at the required minimum horizontal and vertical distances
from all power lines.
Service Disconnect:
Based upon your area, a disconnect
device must be incorporated into the fixed wiring in accordance
with national and local wiring rules. If the national and local
wiring rules permit, a GFCI or RCD Sub-Panel may be used to
substitute the service disconnect, providing that it is located
within the same parameters.
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