Important Safety Instructions - L.A. Spas 2012 North American Owner's Manual

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
READ THE ENTIRE OWNER'S MANUAL & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THE
SPA. When installing the spa, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
1. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are
closely supervised by an adult at all times.
2. WARNING: A grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum 8 AWG
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(8.4mm ) solid copper conductor between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosure of
electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5 feet (1.5 m) of the unit.
3. DANGER – RISK OF ACCIDENTAL DROWNING: Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent
unauthorized access by children. To avoid accidents, ensure that children cannot use this spa
unless they are closely supervised by an adult at all times.
4. DANGER – RISK OF INJURY: The suction fittings in this spa are sized to match the specific water
flow created by the pump. Should the need arise to replace the suction fittings or the pump, be
sure to replace with same model suction fittings for safety and compatible flow rates. NEVER
OPERATE THE SPA IF THE SUCTION FITTINGS ARE BROKEN OR MISSING. NEVER
REPLACE A SUCTION FITTING WITH ONE RATED LESS THAN THE FLOW RATE MARKED
ON THE ORIGINAL SUCTION FITTING.
5. DANGER – RISK OF INJURY: Do not remove suction grate. Suction through drains and
skimmers is powerful when the jets in the spa are in use. Damaged suction grate can be
hazardous to children and adults with long hair. Should any part of the body or hair be drawn into
these fittings or stuck onto the fittings, turn off the spa immediately. As a precaution, long hair
should NOT be allowed to float freely in the spa.
6. DANGER – RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: Install the spa at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from all metal
surfaces. As an alternative, a spa maybe installed within 5 feet (1.5 m) of metal surfaces if, in
accordance with the National Electrical Code, each metal surface is permanently connected by a
minimum 8 AWG (8.4mm
provided for this purpose.
7. DANGER – RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: Do not permit any electric appliances such as light,
hair dryer, telephone, radio, or television within 5 feet (1.5 m) of the spa. Never operate any
electrical appliances from inside the spa or while wet.
8. DANGER: To reduce risk of injury:
a. The water in a spa should never exceed 104°F (40°C). Water temperatures between 100°F
(38°C) and 104°F (40°C) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are
recommended for young children and when spa use exceeds 10 minutes.
b. Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the
early months of pregnancy, pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 100°F
(38°C).

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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) solid copper conductor to the wire connector on the terminal box that is
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