Electrical Connections - L.A. Spas 2012 North American Owner's Manual

2. It is the responsibility of the spa owner to ensure that a qualified electrician performs the electrical
installation. This installation must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code; local and
state electrical codes; and the manufacturer's instructions.
3. This equipment has been designed to operate on 240V 60Hz alternating current.
4. This spa must be connected to a dedicated branch circuit.
5. The electrical supply for this spa must include a suitably rated switch or circuit breaker to open all
ungrounded supply conductors to comply with Section 422-20 of the National Electric Code (NEC).
A disconnect switch must be located where visible, not less than 5 feet (1.5 m) from the spa and
not to exceed 50 feet (15 m) from the spa. This requirement maybe filled with the GFCI circuit
breaker and sub-panel.
6. For spa use in other than single-family dwellings, a clearly labeled emergency switch shall be
provided as part of the installation. The switch shall be readily accessible to the occupants and
shall be installed at least 5 feet (1.5m) away, adjacent to, and within sight of the spa.
7. The electrical circuit to the spa must include a Class A type Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
as required by the NEC.
8. Wire size must be appropriate for your spa and per NEC and/or local codes. Refer to the table
below for the electrical ratings. All supply wires must be copper and rated at a minimum of 167°F
(75°C). Do not use aluminum wires.
9. Input power wiring and circuit breaker selection:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Equipment Type
1 pump
1 pump with blower
2 pumps
2 pumps with blower
3 pumps
3 pumps with blower
1. Circuit breaker amperages may vary according to the area of installation. Please check local electrical codes to verify
requirements and assure compliance. Spas purchased not fully equipped may operate at a reduced total amp rating thus
allowing installation of a lower rate GFCI circuit breaker and service installation.
2. Only a licensed electrician should size and install the electrical connections to the spa.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

To hook up your spa, follow these instructions:
1. Remove the front center cabinet panel.
2. Loosen the 2 screws of the equipment control pack door and open it.
3. Use ¾" flexible non-metallic conduit for a spa requiring 10 AWG or 8 AWG wire. Use 1" flexible
non-metallic conduit for a spa requiring 6 AWG wire. Run the conduit from the power source to the
spa, through the hole in the left or right front corner of the spa and into the equipment control pack.
Electrical Rating
240V 32A
240V 32A
240V 40A
240V 40A
240V 48A
240V 48A
Branch Circuit
3 wires + ground
3 wires + ground
3 wires + ground
3 wires + ground
3 wires + ground
3 wires + ground
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1
Circuit Breaker
40A
40A
50A
50A
60A
60A
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