Clearance For Service Access; Preparing A Good Foundation - Cal Spas F-168 Owner's Manual

a soothing breeze during the day or a lovely
sunset in the evening.
Keep Your Spa Clean
In planning your spa's location, consider a
location where the path to and from the house
can be kept clean and free of debris.
Prevent dirt and contaminants from being
tracked into your spa by placing a foot mat at the
spa's entrance where the bathers can clean their
feet before entering your spa.

2.2 Clearance for Service Access

While you are planning where to locate your spa, you need to determine how much access you will need for
service.
All spa models require a minimum of three feet / one meter access to all
sides of the spa for potential service. For this reason, the spa should
never be placed in a manner where any side is permanently blocked.
Examples include placing the spa against a building, structural posts or
columns, or a fence.
Spa models require access to all sides in case they need service or
repair. See the figure to the right.
If you are planning to enclose or surround your spa with a deck, make
sure there is easy access for service or repair.
NOTE: Spas require clearance on all sides of the spa.

2.3 Preparing a Good Foundation

NOTE: We strongly recommend that a qualified, licensed contractor prepare the foundation for your spa.
Damage caused by inadequate or improper foundation support is not covered by the warranty. It is the
responsibility of the spa owner to provide a proper foundation for the spa.
Your spa needs a solid and level foundation. The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the
spa, with water and occupants who use it. If the foundation is inadequate, it may shift or settle after the spa
is in place, causing stress that could DAMAGE YOUR SPA SHELL AND FINISH. Place the spa on an elevated 3 to
4" / 30 cm concrete slab. Pavers, gravel, brick, sand, timbers or dirt foundations are not adequate to support
the spa. If you are installing the spa indoors, pay close attention to the flooring beneath it. Choose flooring
that will not be damaged or stained. If you are installing your spa on an elevated wood deck or other
Allow for Service Access
Make sure the spa is positioned so that access to
the equipment compartment and all side panels
will not be blocked.
Many people choose to install a decorative
structure around their spa. If you are installing
your spa with any type of structure on the
outside, such as a gazebo, remember to allow
access for service. It is always best to design
special installations so that the spa can still be
moved, or lifted off the ground.
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