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It is the hot tub owner's responsibility to read and follow all the instructions and precautions described in this manual.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury. Liability rests with the hot tub owner. Please, make instructions available
for reference by all hot tub users. Some warnings labels have been shipped with your new hot tub.
1. BEFORE OPERATING THE SPA: READ AND
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE ALL
INSTRUCTIONS.
2. A wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a
minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4mm
between this unit and any metal equipment, metal
enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or
conduit within 5 feet (1.5m) of the hot tub.
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 hot tub unless they are supervised
at all times.
4. DANGER – Risk of injury. The suction fittings in
this hot tub 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 the flow rates are
compatible.
Never operate the hot tub 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. Always use, new, virgin, fresh parts in hot tub.
5. DANGER – Risk of Electric Shock. Install unit at
least 5 feet (1.5m) from all metal surfaces. As an
alternative, a hot tub may be installed within 5 feet (1.5m)
of metal surfaces if each metal surface is permanently
connected by a minimum of No. 8 AWG (8.4mm
copper conductor to the wire connector on the power pack
that is provided for this purpose.
6. DANGER – Risk of Electric Shock. Do not permit
any electric appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio, or
television within 5 feet (1.5m) of the hot tub.
7. WARNING – To reduce the risk of Injury:
a. Before using your hot tub, you should measure the water
temperature with an accurate thermometer since the
Important Safety Instructions
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) solid copper conductor
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) solid
tolerance of water temperature-regulating devices
varies ± 5º F (±3º C).
b. The water in the hot tub should never exceed 104° F
(40° C). Water temperatures between 100° F
(37º C) and 104° F (40° C) are considered safe for a
healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are
recommended for young children and when hot tub
use exceeds 10 minutes.
c. The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or
during hot tub use may lead to unconsciousness with
the possibility of drowning.
d. Individuals using medications should consult their
physician before using the hot tub since some
medications may induce drowsiness, while other
medications may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and
circulation.
e. Individuals suffering from obesity or with a medical
history of heart disease, high or low blood pressure,
circulatory system problems, multiple sclerosis,
thyroid disease, or diabetes should consult their
physician before using the hot tub.
f. Since excessive water temperatures have a high
potential for causing fetal damage during early months
of pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant women
should limit hot tub water temperatures to 100° F
(37º C), you should also consult your physician before
using the hot tub.
g. Heat stroke is a dangerous condition brought about
by excessive heat. It especially affects the very young,
elderly, individuals under the influence of alcohol or
drugs, and those using certain medications. The
symptoms include: sweating, dizziness, nausea, light-
headedness, convulsions, increased pulse rate, shallow
breathing, and in the extreme, unconsciousness. If you
suspect heat stroke, get medical help immediately.
Lay the victim on his back, with the head slightly
elevated for easier breathing, and apply ice packs to
the head.
h. Emergency telephone numbers, such as: hospital,
physician, ambulance, paramedics, and the police
should be readily available and posted next to a close-
by telephone.
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