Jacuzzi J - 480 - Manual (Page 11)

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• The overall enhancement of your environment. It is preferable not to place
the spa under an unguttered roof overhang since run-off water will shorten
the life expectancy of the spa 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 considering 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 balconies, roofs or other platforms
not specifically tied into the main structural 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 the entire contents
of the spa. Be sure to make provisions for ceilings and 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 struc-
tures should be able to withstand or resist water and moisture.
• Proper Ventilation: Proper ventilation should be discussed with an Engineer
or authority competent enough to understand the necessary provisions
needed to vent moist or heated air and air associated with chemical odors
outdoors. When the spa is in use considerable amounts of moisture will
escape, potentially causing mold and mildew over time which can damage
certain surfaces and/or surroundings.
• Sufficient Access: In the unlikely event that you should ever need to access
or gain entry to any portion of the spa for servicing, it is highly recom-
mended that you plan your indoor installation to provide full access to the
entire spa.
• Warranty: Damage caused by not following these guidelines or any
improper installation not in accordance to local codes or authorities is not
covered under the spas warranty. Please consult your local state or city
building ordinances.