120 Volt Electrical Installation
Always follow applicable local, state and federal codes and guidelines.
Use only a dedicated electrical line with a 15 amp breaker.
Always use a
m)from and not exceeding 10 feet (3.0 m) from the inside wall of the spa. (NEC 680.43(A))
Do not bury the power cord. If your cord becomes damaged, replace it before next usage.
All 120V spas must have a GFCI. This can be either a 15 amp GFCI receptacle or a 15 amp GFCI cord and
plug kit as shown (CKIT110 - P/N ELE09700086).
Testing the GFCI
Test the GFCI plug prior to first use and periodically
when the spa is powered.
1.Plug in the GFCI into the power outlet. The i n d i c a t o r should turn on.
2.Press the TEST button. The GFCI will trip, the indicator will turn off, and the spa will stop operating.
3.Press the RESET button. The GFCI will reset, the indicator will turn on again, and the spa will turn back on.
The spa is now safe to use.
If the GFCI trips while the spa is in use, press the RESET button. If the GFCI does not reset, unplug the spa and call your local Cal Spas dealer for service. DO NOT USE THE SPA!
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240 Volt Electrical Installation
All 240V spas must be permanently connected (hard wired) to the power supply. See the wiring diagram on page 8.
These instructions describe the only acceptable electrical wiring procedure. Spas wired in any other way will void your warranty and may result in serious injury.
When installed in the United States, the electrical wiring of this spa must meet the requirements of NEC 70 and any applicable local, state, and federal codes.
The electrical circuit must be installed by an electrical contractor and approved by a local building or electrical inspector..
Failure to comply with state and local codes may result in fire or personal injury and will be the sole responsibility of the spa owner.
GFCI and Wiring Requirements
The power supplied to the spa must be on a dedicated GFCI protected circuit as required by NEC 70 with no
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other appliances or lights sharing the power.
Use copper wire with THHN insulation. Do not use aluminum wire.
Use the table on the next page to determine your GFCI and wiring requirements.
Wire runs over 85 feet must increase wire gauge to the next lower number. For example: A normal 50 amp GFCI with four #6 AWG Copper wires run over 85 feet would require you to go to four #4 AWG copper wires.
Testing the GFCI Breaker
Test the GFCI breaker prior to first use and periodically when the spa is powered. To test the GFCI breaker follow these instructions (spa should be operating):
1.Press the TEST button on the GFCI. The GFCI will trip and the spa will shut off.
2.Reset the GFCI breaker by switching the breaker to the full OFF position, wait a moment, then turn the breaker back on. The spa should have power again.
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