Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub - Sundance Spas maxxus 880 Series Owner's Manual

3.0 Locating Your Sundance Hot Tub

IMPORTANT: Because of the combined weight of the hot tub, water and
users, it is extremely important that the base upon which the hot tub rests
be smooth, flat, level and capable of uniformly supporting this weight,
without shifting or settling, for the entire time the hot tub is in place. If the
hot tub is placed on a surface which does not meet these requirements,
damage to the skirt and/or the hot tub shell may result. Damage caused
by improper support is not covered under warranty. It is the responsibility
of the hot tub owner to assure the integrity of the support at all times.
We recommend a poured, reinforced concrete slab with a minimum thick-
ness of 4 inches (10 cm). Wood decking is also acceptable provided it is
constructed so that it meets the requirements outlined above.
The hot tub must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage
away from the hot tub. Placing the hot tub in a depression without pro-
visions 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.
For hot tubs 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 the cabinet side panels, especially on the side with the equipment bay
doors.
In selecting the ideal outdoor location for your hot tub, we suggest that
you take into consideration 1) the proximity to changing area and shelter
(especially in colder weather); 2) 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); 3) the closeness to trees and shrubbery (remember that
leaves and birds could create extra work in keeping the hot tub clean); 4)
a sheltered environment (less wind and weather exposure can result in
lowered operation and maintenance costs); and 5) the overall enhance-
ment 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.
For indoor installations, be certain to make provisions for proper ventila-
tion. When the hot tub is in use, considerable amounts of moisture will
escape. This can damage certain surfaces over time.
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