Jacuzzi oortable spa Owner's Manual

www.clearcreekspas.comwww.clearcreekspas.comINSTALLATIONElectrical PrecautionsCAUTIONDo not apply electrical power to the spa unless it isfilled with water to the normal water level, which isapproximately 7" below the spa rim. (See location ofwater level indicator on face of skimmer on page 6.) Ifthe spa’s motor/pumps are actuated when there is notsufficient water in the unit, the circulation pumps couldbe irreparably damaged. In addition to damaging theunit, operating the unit with insufficient water couldcause a fire.Do not locate lighting fixtures directly above the spa;lighting and electrical receptacles must be located at least5 ft (1.5m) from the spa. Lighting located between and 5ft (1.5m) and 10 ft (3m) from the spa must be on a circuitprotected by a ELCB. (See National Electrical Code 680-6).Do not use electrically connected devices, such astelevision, radio, telephones, stereo speakers, lights orcooking devices within 5 ft (3m) of the spa when the spais being used.All fixed metal objects located within 5 ft (1.5m) of thespa, such as fence posts, railings, door frames, green-house structures, gutters, etc., must be attached to thebonding bar on the outside of the spa System ControlModule using #8 solid copper wire. With #8 solid copperwire, bond the spa to the house electrical panel orapproved local earth electrode.An approved earth electrode may be an 8 ft. longearth rod, a plate electrode, or a buried metal waterpipe with at least 10 ft. of buried pipe. Check your localbuilding code for requirements. Bonding lugs are avail-able at your local electrical supply store. (Bond barlocation is shown on page 5.)Outdoor InstallationIf you install the spa outdoors, we recommend that youprovide a concrete pad for it to rest on. To do this, constructforms for a 8' x 8' x 4" thick level pad.Install a #10 gauge wire mesh approximately 6" x 6" steelreinforced grid. Attach a #8 solid copper wire to the grid witha ground clamp. This wire should be long enough to reachthe bond bar on the spa System Control Module (min 36"),but should not be located under the base of the spa. Thenpour the concrete pad.DrainageWhether you install your spa indoors or outdoors, youcan drain it completely by attaching a garden hose to thedrain valve located on the suction tee of the spa. Simply runthe hose to the house sewer line or drain field and open thedrain valve.Make sure the area surrounding the spa has gooddrainage to keep water from collecting at the base of thespa—especially near the equipment area. If drainage ispoor, install a drain line and/or gravel drain field (seeillustration below).Indoor InstallationsWater which splashes on the floor during use of thespa may cause a walking hazard and/or structural dam-age unless good drainage is provided and proper water-proof building materials are used in the area surroundingand beneath the spa. Take into consideration, also, thehigh room humidity which will exist due to high spa watertemperatures. Providing natural or forced ventilation ofthe room will help maintain comfort and minimize mois-ture damage to the building. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath isnot responsible for damages resulting from excess mois-ture or water spillage. Consult an architect or engineer foraid in designing your indoor installation.SUPPORT AND DRAINAGE#8 BOND WIRE(TO HOUSE ELECTRICALPANEL OR LOCAL BOND)WIRE MES H GRIDTO BOND BAR8' x 8' x 4" THICKCONCRETE PAD