Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub; Outdoor Location - Sundance Spas 880 Series Owner's Manual

3.0 Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub

IMPORTANT: Because of the combined weight of the spa, water
and users, it is extremely important that the base upon which the
spa rests be smooth, flat, level and capable of uniformly support-
ing this weight, without shifting or settling, for the entire time the
spa is in place. If the spa is placed on a surface which does not
meet these requirements, damage to the skirt and/or the spa shell
may result. Damage caused by improper support is not covered
under warranty. It is the responsibility of the spa owner to assure
the integrity of the support over time. We recommend a poured,
reinforced concrete slab with a minimum thickness of 4 inches
(10cm). Wood decking is also acceptable provided it is construct-
ed so that it meets the requirements outlined above.
The spa must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage away
from it. Placing the spa in a depression without provisions for proper
drainage could allow rain, overflow and other casual water to flood the
equipment and create a wet condition in which it would sit in. For spas
which will be recessed into a floor or deck, install so as to permit access
to the equipment, either from above or below, for servicing. Make certain
that there are no obstructions which would prevent removal of all side
cabinet panels and access to components, especially on the side with
the equipment bay doors.
3.1

Outdoor Location

In selecting the ideal outdoor location for your hot tub, we suggest that
you take into consideration the following:
• The proximity to changing area and shelter (especially in regions
subject to cold weather).
• The pathway to and from your hot tub (this should be free of debris
so that dirt and leaves are not easily tracked into the hot tub).
• The closeness to trees and shrubbery (remember that leaves and
birds could create extra work in keeping the hot tub clean).
• A sheltered environment (less wind and weather exposure can result
in lowered operation and maintenance costs).
• The overall enhancement of your environment. It is preferable not
to place the hot tub under an unguttered roof overhang since run-off
water will shorten the life expectancy of the hot tub cover.
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