Jacuzzi J - 480 - Manual (Page 10)

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J-400 Series
6. Never bring any electrical appliances into or near the spa. Never operate any
electrical appliances from inside the spa or when you are wet unless such
appliances are built-in by the manufacturer.
7. Proper chemical maintenance of spa water is necessary to maintain safe
water and prevent possible damage to spa components.
8. Use the straps and clip tie downs to secure the cover when not in use. This
will help to discourage unsupervised children from entering the spa and
keep the spa cover secure in high-wind conditions. There is no representa-
tion that the cover, clip tie-downs, or actual locks will prevent access to the
spa.
3.0 Choosing a Location
IMPORTANT: Because of the combined weight of the spa, water and users, it is
extremely important that the base upon which the spa rests be smooth, flat, level
and capable of uniformly supporting this weight, without shifting or settling, for
the entire time the spa is in place. If the spa is placed on a surface which does
not meet these requirements, damage to the skirt and/or the spa shell may result.
Damage caused by improper support is not covered under warranty. It is the
responsibility of the spa owner to assure the integrity of the support at all times.
We recommend a poured, reinforced concrete slab with a minimum thickness of
4 inches (10cm). Wood decking is also acceptable provided it is constructed so
that it meets the requirements outlined above.
The spa must be installed in such a manner as to provide drainage away from
it. Placing the spa in a depression without provisions for proper drainage could
allow rain, overflow and other casual water to flood the 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 access 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 side panels and access to the jet components,
especially on the side with the equipment bay.
3.1 Outdoor Location
In selecting the ideal outdoor location for your spa, we suggest that you take
into consideration:
• The proximity to changing area and shelter (especially in colder weather).
• The pathway to and from your spa (this should be free of debris so that dirt
and leaves are not easily tracked into the spa).
• The closeness to trees and shrubbery (remember that leaves and birds could
create extra work in keeping the spa clean).
• A sheltered environment (less wind and weather exposure can result in
lowered operation and maintenance costs).