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Do not permit any electric appliance such as a light, telephone, radio, or television within 5 feet of a spa or hot tub.
The water in the spa or hot tub should never exceed 40° C (104° F). Water temperatures between 38° C (100° F)
and 40° C (104° F) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are recommended for
extended use (exceeding 15-20 minutes) and for younger children.
Since excessive water temperature have a high potential for causing fetal damage, during the early months of
pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa or hot tub temperatures to 30° C (100° F).
Before entering a spa or hot tub, the user should measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer
since the tolerance of temperature regulating devises may vary as much as plus or minus 3° C (5° F).
The use of alcohol, drugs or medication before or during spa or hot tub use may lead to unconsciousness with
the possibility of drowning.
Persons suffering from obesity or with a medical history of heart disease low or high blood pressure, circulatory
system problems, or diabetes should consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub.
Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub since some medication may
induce drowsiness while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the
normal body temp plus or minus temperature of 98.8° F. The symptoms of hyperthermia include dizziness,
fainting, drowsiness, lethargy and an increase in the internal body temperature. The affects of hyperthermia
include (1) unawareness of impending hazard, (2) Failure to perceive heat, (3) Failure for the need to exit the
Spa, (4) Physical inability to exit Spa, (5) Fetal damage to pregnant women, and (6) Unconsciousness
WARNING The use of Alcohol , Drugs or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia.
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DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:
resulting in a danger of drowning .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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