Cal Spas LTR20051000 - Manual (Page 10)

Preparing for Your New Portable Spa
Page 6 2005 Spa Owner's Manual
8/1/2005
Preparing for Your New Portable Spa
Congratulations! You have purchased a Cal Spa. With a little preparation and care, your spa will give you many
years of enjoyment. This section has been designed to provide you with all the information you’ll need to
ensure a safe, speedy and trouble-free spa delivery and set-up.
Most cities and counties require permits for exterior construction and electrical circuits. In addition, some
communities have codes requiring residential barriers such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on property to
prevent unsupervised access to the property by children under the age of 5. Your dealer can provide information
on which permits may be required and how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your Cal Spa.
Planning the Best Location For Your Spa
Here are some of the things that you will need to consider when determining where to place your new spa.
Safety First
• Do not place your spa within 10’ (3m) of overhead power lines.
• Make sure the spa is positioned so that access to the equipment compartment and all side panels will not be
blocked. Be certain that your installation will meet all city and local safety codes and requirements.
Consider How You Will Use Your Spa
How you intend to use your spa will help you determine where you should position it. For example, will you
use your spa for recreational or therapeutic purposes? If your spa is mainly used for family recreation, be sure to
leave plenty of room around it for activity. If you will use it for relaxation and therapy, you’ll probably want to
create a specific mood around it.
Plan for Your Environment
If you live in a region where it snows in the winter or rains frequently, place the spa near a house entry. By
doing this, you will have a place to change clothes and not be uncomfortable.
Consider Your Privacy
In a cold-weather climate, bare trees won’t provide much privacy. Think of your spa’s surroundings during all
seasons to determine your best privacy options. Consider the view of your neighbors as well when you plan the
location of your spa.
Provide A View With Your Spa
Think about the direction you will be facing when sitting in your spa. Do you have a special landscaped area in
your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps there is an area that catches a soothing breeze during the day or a
lovely sunset in the evening. Consider these things when you plan your location.
Keep Your Spa Clean
Prevent dirt and contaminants from being tracked into your spa by placing a foot mat at the spa’s entrance
where the bather’s can clean their feet before entering your spa. You may also consider keeping a small water-
filled basin nearby for bathers to rinse their feet before enter your spa.