Your spa weight must always be considered
when installing your spa. If you are installing
it on an elevated wood deck or other struc-
ture, it is advisable to consult a structural
engineer or contractor to ensure the structure
will support the weight.
IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT
A QUALIFIED, LICENSED CONTRACTOR
PREPARE THE FOUNDATION FOR YOUR
SPA.
A reinforced concrete pad at least 4" (10
cm) thick is recommended for your spa. The
reinforcing rod or mesh in the pad should be
attached to a bond wire.
INDOOR INSTALLATION:
Be aware of some special requirements if you
place your spa indoors. Water will accumulate
around the spa, so flooring materials must
provide a good grip when wet. NOTE: The Ice
Bucket (when equipped) is designed to drain
at the bottom exterior of the spa. Therefore,
any water accumulated at the backside of the
spa is probably water draining from the Ice
Bucket, and not a spa leak. Proper drainage
is essential to prevent a build-up of water
around the spa. When building a new room
for the spa, it is recommended that a floor
drain be installed. The humidity will naturally
increase with the spa installed. Water may
get into woodwork and produce dryrot,
mildew, or other problems. Check for airborne
moisture's effects on exposed wood, paper,
etc. in the room. To minimize these effects, it
is best to provide plenty of ventilation to the
spa area. An architect can help to determine
if more ventilation must be installed.
PLACING THE SPA
CHECK THE DIMENSIONS OF YOUR
SPA:
Compare the spa dimensions to the width of
gates, sidewalks, and doorways along the
delivery route used to bring the spa into your
yard. It may be necessary for you to remove
a gate or partially remove a fence in order
INSTALLATION
to provide an unobstructed passageway to
the installation location. Also, keep in mind
if you are using special equipment to place
your spa into an area it will be necessary to
include those measurements and weights.
PLANNING A DELIVERY ROUTE:
Check the width of gates, doors and
sidewalks to make sure your spa will pass
through unobstructed. You may have to
remove a gate or part of a fence to allow for
adequate width clearance. If the delivery
route will require a 90-degree turn, check
the measurements at the turn to ensure the
spa will fit. Check for protruding gas meters,
water meters, A/C units, etc., on your home
which will cause obstructions along the
delivery path to your yard. Check for low roof
eaves, over hanging branches or rain gutters
that could be an obstruction to overhead
clearances.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES:
The use of a crane for delivery and
installation is primarily to avoid injury to your
spa, your property or to delivery personnel.
Cranes are not considered "normal delivery".
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