Outdoor Location; Indoor Location - Sundance Spas Altamar Owner's Manual

equipment and create a wet condition in which it would sit in. For spas
which will be recessed into a floor or deck, install so as to permit ac-
cess to the equipment, either from above or below, for servicing. Make
certain that there are no obstructions which would prevent removal of all
side cabinet panels and access to the jets components, especially on
the side with the equipment bay doors.

3.1 Outdoor Location

In selecting the ideal outdoor location for your hot tub, we suggest that
you take into consideration the following:
• The proximity to changing area and shelter (especially in regions
subject to cold weather).
• The pathway to and from your hot tub (this should be free of debris
so that dirt and leaves are not easily tracked into the hot tub).
• The closeness to trees and shrubbery (remember that leaves and
birds could create extra work in keeping the hot tub clean).
• A sheltered environment (less wind and weather exposure can result
in lowered operation and maintenance costs).
• The overall enhancement of your environment. It is preferable not
to place the hot tub under an unguttered roof overhang since run-off
water will shorten the life expectancy of the hot tub cover.

3.2 Indoor Location

For indoor installations many factors need to be considered before
installing a spa indoors:
• PROPER FOUNDATION: Consult a Structural Engineer when con-
sidering a foundation that will adequately support the spa the entire
time it is in place. Proper support is critical especially if the spa is to
rest on a second story or higher. For spas that are to rest on balco-
nies, roofs or other platforms not specifically tied into the main struc-
tural support, you should consult a professional Structural Engineer
with experience in this type of application.
• PROPER DRAINAGE: It is extremely important to have in place
measures to sufficiently handle excessive water spillage. Be sure
the flooring in which the spa rests on has adequate drainage and can
handle draining of the entire contents of the spa. Be sure to make
provisions for ceilings or any other structures that may be below the
spas installation. Areas around your spa can become wet or moist
so all flooring and subsequent furniture, walls and adjacent structures
should be able to withstand or resist water and moisture.
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