INSTALLATIONInspection and Shipping ClaimCheck for shipping damage upon receipt of the spa. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath is not responsible for damage to thespa sustained during shipment. If damage is evident before unpacking, refer to instructions regarding shipping claimson the outside of the carton and immediately file a claim with the carrier.Once the spa has been removed from the carton and before it is permanently installed , check the spa completelyfor damage. Fill the shell with water and operate the system (refer to Operating Instructions) to check for leaks whichmay have resulted from improper shipping or handling. All Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath spas are factory tested for properoperation and water tight connections prior to shipment. If leaks or other problems are detected, immediately notifyyour Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath dealer, Authorized Service Agent, or call Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath, (510) 938-7070, or (510)938-7411 for Warranty Service.NOTE: Damage or defects which could have been discovered and repaired prior to installation and which areclaimed after final installation of the spa, are excluded from our warranty.Positioning Your SpaBecause your spa is portable, you can locate it just about anywhere you wish—on a deck, patio, or even indoors.Just be sure to position it above ground in an area with good drainage and on a level, continuous surface which cansupport the weight of the spa when filled with water and people. You must also provide access to the spa's equipmentfor service and general maintenance. See specifications sheet for minimum service access requirements.Electrical RequirementsYour spa requires a 230 VAC, 50 AMP, 4-wire, grounded type GFCI protected electrical service with copperconductors, and must be in a separate circuit having no other appliance connected in that circuit. If you do not havethis kind of circuit, a qualified electrician should install the necessary wiring. Inadequately sized wiring may cause theunit to malfunction and bring about permanent damage to the spa’s electrical system. The circuit must also have aground wire in order to take advantage of the designed-in safety features of the spa. A bond wire must also be used.Bond according to procedure described on the next page.Danger: Without proper grounding and bonding, a system malfunction may cause fatal shock.2