Installation; Planning A Location For Your Spa - Life Smart Willow Owner's Manual

PLANNING A LOCATION
FOR YOUR SPA
Consider these things when determining
where to place your spa.
SAFETY FIRST:
Make sure your spa is positioned so access
to the equipment compartment and side
panels will not be blocked. Be certain your
installation will meet all city and local safety
codes and requirements.
PLANNED USE OF SPA:
How you intend to use your spa will help you
determine where you should position the spa.
For example, will you use it more for recrea-
tional or therapeutic purposes? If your spa
is mainly for family recreation, leave plenty
of room around it for activity and lawn furni-
ture. If you will use it more for relaxation and
therapy, you'll probably want to create privacy
around the spa.
PRIVACY:
Think of your surroundings during all seasons
to determine your best privacy options. Con-
sider the view of your neighbors when you
plan the location of your spa.
VIEWS:
Think about the direction you will be facing
when sitting in your spa. Do you have a
special landscape you will find enjoyable?
Perhaps there is an area that has a soothing
breeze during the day or a lovely sunset in
the evening.
ENVIRONMENT:
If you live in a climate with a snowy winter
and hot summer, a place to change clothes
or a house entry near the spa is convenient.
A warmer climate may require shade from the
hot sun. Consider placement of trees, shrubs,
patio cover or perhaps a gazebo structure
to provide what you will need. Indoor
installations require adequate ventilation.
When the spa is in use, considerable

INSTALLATION

amounts of moisture are produced. This
moisture can damage walls and ceiling
surfaces over time. Special paint is available
to resist moisture damage. Remember that
spas periodically require drainage, so plan
your environment accordingly.
KEEP CLEAN:
Prevent dirt and foliage from being tracked
into your spa by utilizing concrete for paths
and access areas. Check the location of spill
paths from gutters, trees, and shrubs.
SERVICE ACCESS:
Many people choose to install tile or custom
wood around their spas. If you are installing
your tub with custom decorative trimming,
remember to allow for access to it for ser-
vice. Should you need service, a technician
may need to remove the tub's door panel, or
access it from beneath. It is always best to
design special installations so the spa can
still be moved, or lifted from the ground.
A GOOD FOUNDATION:
Your new spa needs a good solid foundation.
The area your spa sits on must be able to
support the spa, the water in it and those who
use it. If the foundation is inadequate, it may
shift or settle after the spa is in place, causing
stress to the shell or components. NOTE:
Do not shim your spa in any manner, as this
could cause the cabinet to crack, thereby
voiding the warranty.
BE AWARE:
Damage caused by inadequate or improper
foundation support is not covered by the spa
warranty. It is the sole responsibility of the
spa owner to provide a proper foundation for
the spa.
Make sure the foundation where the spa
is placed drains water away from the spa.
Proper drainage will keep components dry
from rain and wet weather.
Your spa weight must always be considered
when installing your spa. If you are installing
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