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Electrical Precautions
CAUTION: Do not apply electrical power to the
spa unless it is filled with water to the normal
water level, which is approx. 9" below the spa rim
(see location of water level indicator on face of
skimmer on page 13). If the spa's motor/pumps
are actuated when there is not sufficient water in
the unit, the circulation pump could be irrepara-
bly damaged. Not heeding this caution will nullify
the warranty. In addition to damaging the unit,
operating the unit with insufficient water could
cause a fire.
Do not locate lighting fixtures directly above the spa;
lighting and electrical receptacles must be located at
least 5 ft. from the spa. Lighting located between 5
and 10 ft. from the spa must be on a circuit protected
by a GFCI. (See National Electrical Code, 680-6.)
Do not use electrically connected devices, such as
television, radio, toys, telephones, stereo speakers,
lights or cooking devices within 5 ft. of the spa when
the spa is being used.

Bonding and Grounding

All fixed metal objects located within 5 ft. of the spa,
such as fence posts, railings, door frames green-
house structures, gutters, etc., must be attached to
the bonding bar on the outside of the spa electrical
cabinet using #8 solid copper wire. With #8 solid
copper wire, bond the spa to the house electrical
panel or approved local bond.
An approved ground may be an 8 ft. long ground
rod, a plate electrode, or a buried metal water
pipe with at least 10 ft. of buried pipe. Check your
local building code for requirements. Bonding
lugs are available at your local electrical supply
store. (Bond bar location is shown on page 7.)
Outdoor Installation
If you install the spa outdoors, we recommend that
you provide a concrete pad for it to rest on. To do this,
construct forms for a 8' x 8' x 4" (approx.) thick level pad.
Install a #10 gauge wire mesh 6" x 6" steel reinforced
grid. Attach a #8 solid copper wire to the grid with a
ground clamp. This wire should be long enough to reach
the bond bar on the spa System Control Module (min.
36"), but should not be located under the base of the spa.
Then pour the concrete pad.
Drainage
Whether you install your spa indoors or outdoors, you
can drain it by attaching a garden hose to the drain valve
located on the suction tee of the spa. Simply run the
hose to the house sewer line or drain field and open the
drain valve. See inside back cover for a quicker, perma-
nent drain method.
Make sure the area surrounding the spa has good
drainage to keep water from collecting at the base of the
spa, especially near the equipment area. If drainage is
poor, install a drain line and/or gravel drain field (see
illustration below).
Indoor Installations
Water which splashes on the floor during use of the
spa may cause a walking hazard and/or structural dam-
age unless good drainage is provided and proper
waterproof building materials are used in the area sur-
rounding and beneath the spa. Take into consideration,
also, the high room humidity which will exist due to high
spa water temperatures. Providing natural or forced
ventilation of the room will help maintain comfort and
minimize moisture damage to the building. Jacuzzi
Whirlpool Bath is not responsible for damages resulting
from excess moisture or water spillage. Consult an
architect or engineer for aid in designing your indoor
installation.
INSTALLATION
WIRE MESH
GRID
GRAVEL
DRAIN
FIELD
DRAIN VALVE
(HOSE BIBB)
8' X 8' X 4"
CONCRETE
PAD
TO BOND BAR
BOND BAR
#8 BOND WIRE
(TO HOUSE ELECTRICAL
PANEL OR LOCAL BOND)