Installation & Delivery; Reference Material; Site Selection And Preparation; Spa Location - BullFrog X Series Owner's Manual

Reference Material

Before attempting to install or use your spa, please read
Important Safety Instructions as well as all the installation
instructions that follow.

Site Selection and Preparation

Your home most likely o ers multiple sites where your
spa may be installed. Use the information presented in
this section to assist you in carefully selecting the site
that works best for you. It is your responsibility to choose
and prepare the site properly before delivery, so you will
experience a smooth and e cient delivery as well as obtain
optimal use and full enjoyment of your spa.
Environment:
Surroundings: e direction that your spa will be facing
will contribute to your overall bathing experience. Select
the spa location that will provide optimal views based on
your property layout. Consider your lifestyle and where
you want to enjoy your spa and situate it accordingly.
Indoor installations provide privacy, but create high levels
of humidity (see Indoor Considerations). If your spa is
outside, a nearby place for you and your guests to change
clothes is a huge convenience. Also, a location near a house
entry is convenient in areas with extreme winter climates.
Indoor Considerations: Indoor spa installations have
special requirements.
e environment both around and below the spa should
be water resistant, and preferably waterproof. It must be
capable of handling water splashed out from the spa as well
as the possibility of a malfunction.
Recommendations to handle water around the spa
include, but are not limited to, a oor drain and/or a
catch basin equivalent to the volume of water in your spa.
Condensation can also occur on the spa cover and drip
onto the oor. erefore, ensure that ooring materials
provide a good grip when wet and are resilient to constant
exposure of water and chemicals.
In addition to handling the water from the spa, it is
recommended that the room be properly ventilated.
Humidity levels will naturally increase a er the spa is
installed and in use. Water may get into woodwork and
produce dry rot, mildew, or other problems. Over time,
high levels of humidity and spa chemicals can cause water
damage to your oor, wall, and ceiling surfaces.
To minimize humidity damage, it is best to provide plenty
of ventilation such as a ceiling fan and moisture-resistant
paint. An architect can help to determine if special
ventilation equipment is required, such as a humidistat
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or dehumidi er which can be installed to regulate indoor
humidity during spa use.
NOTE: Typical indoor surfaces include, but are not limited
to concrete, wood, non-slip tile, or linoleum.
Outdoor Considerations:
when installing your spa outdoors.
1. Avoid selecting a site where excessive water may
contact the spa, such as sprinklers or a roof edge
without rain gutters.
2. Avoid areas of direct, prolonged sunlight (if
possible). e ultraviolet rays may fade or damage
the spa cover and cabinet.
3. Check all applicable national and local codes
regarding possible restrictions that require fencing
or childproof gates around the spa.
4. Prevent dirt, sand, and foliage from being tracked
into your spa by utilizing concrete, concrete pavers,
or stone for paths and access areas (or, avoid
positioning your spa in an area where debris will
be tracked into the spa). Check the location of trees
and spill paths from gutters to determine if wind or
rain will sweep debris into your spa.
5. Consider your view and your privacy during all
seasons of the year so your experience in your
outdoor spa will be enhanced rather than limited.
NOTE: Typical outdoor surfaces include, but are not
limited to concrete, brick, non-slip tile, wood decking, pea
gravel, or sand.

Spa Location

Service Access: Some people choose to install tile, stone, or
custom wood around their spas. If you are installing your
spa with custom trimming, remember to allow access for
service. Should your spa need service, a technician may
need to remove the spa's equipment compartment door
or side panels, or access the spa from beneath. Also, it is
always best to design special installations so the spa can
still be moved, or li ed from the ground.
Access to Circuit Breakers: For service purposes, allow
easy access to the circuit breakers in the electrical
service panel (permanently connected models), or to the
interrupter switch on the end of the power cord (cord-
connected models).
Electrical Safety Requirements:
all spas must be in accordance with national and local
wiring rules and with applicable permits consistent with
local regulations. A licensed Electrician must perform
the electrical installation and GFCI test procedure. Each
Bullfrog Spa is manufactured and tested to a standard that
provides maximum protection against electrical shock.
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