Safety - Marquis 660 Owner's Manual

Personal saFetY
Prolonged immersion in hot water can result in HYPertHermia, a dan-
gerous condition which occurs when the internal temperature of the body
reaches a level above normal (98.6°F, 37°C). The symptoms of hypertherm-
ia include dizziness, fainting, drowsiness, lethargy, and a body temperature
above 98.6°F (37°C). The physical effects of hyperthermia include unaware-
ness of impending hazard, failure to perceive heat, failure to recognize the
need to exit the spa, physical inability to exit the spa, fetal damage in preg-
nant women, and unconsciousness resulting in a danger of drowning.
WarninG: The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase
the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs and spas.
Persons taking medications which induce drowsiness such as tranquilizers,
antihistamines, or anticoagulants should not use the spa. Pregnant women
and persons with a medical history of heart disease, diabetes, or high blood
pressure should consult a physician before using the spa.
Personal saFetY Dos:
• Be sure your spa is connected to the power supply correctly – only use
a licensed electrical contractor.
• Shut off power supply (unplug 120V models) before draining the spa or
servicing the electrical components.
• Test the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) monthly.
• Always test the water temperature with an accurate thermometer be-
fore entering the spa to be sure that it's a safe temperature.
• Remember that wet surfaces can be very slippery. Take care when
entering and exiting the spa.
• Lock the spa cover when the spa is not in use, whether it is empty or full
of water.
• Keep the water clean and sanitized with correct chemical care.
• Turn on the jets when adding ANY chemicals to the spa water.
• Clean the filter cartridge monthly to remove debris and mineral buildup
which affects the performance of the hydrotherapy jets, limits the flow,
or trips the high limit thermostat which will turn off the entire spa.
Personal saFetY Do nots:
• Don't use the spa with the equipment compartment door removed.
• Don't use the spa for more than 10 minutes of time at water tempera-
tures in excess of 100°F (38°C).
• Don't allow the jet pump to operate for an extended period of time
with the cover in place. Extended pump operation causes a slow heat
buildup due to water friction. The spa equipment controls are equipped
with a built-in safety timer that automatically shuts off the jet pump after
15 minutes of continuous operation should it have been left on inadver-
tently.
• Don't operate the spa at any time with the filter cartridges removed.
• Don't lift or drag the cover by using the tie-down straps; always lift and
carry by using the external handles.
• Don't store chemicals in the spa's equipment compartment.
• Don't hesitate to call your authorized dealer with any questions or main-
tenance concerns.
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