Cal Spas LTR20101001 Owner's Manual

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2010 Portable SpaLTR20101001, Rev. BPreparing for Your New Portable Spawww.calspas.com5Most cities and counties require permits for exterior construction and electrical circuits. In addition, somecommunities have codes requiring residential barriers such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on property toprevent unsupervised access to the property by children. Your dealer can provide information on which permitsmay be required and how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your Cal Spa™.Prevent dirt and contaminants from being tracked intoyour spa by placing a foot mat at the spa’s entrancewhere the bather’s can clean their feet before enteringyour spa. You may also consider keeping a small water-filled basin nearby for bathers to rinse their feet beforeenter your spa.Allow For Service AccessMake sure the spa is positioned so that access to theequipment compartment and all side panels will notbe blocked.Many people choose to install a decorative structurearound their spa. If you are installing your spa withany type of structure on the outside, such as a gazebo,remember to allow access for service. It is always bestto design special installations so that the spa can stillbe moved, or lifted off the ground.Preparing a Good FoundationYour spa needs a solid and level foundation. The areathat it sits on must be able to support the weight of thespa and the occupants who use it. If the foundationis inadequate, it may shift or settle after the spa is inplace, causing stress that could damage your spa shellor finish.Damage caused by inadequate or improper foundationsupport is not covered by the warranty. It is theresponsibility of the spa owner to provide a properfoundation for the spa. We strongly recommendedthat you have a qualified, licensed contractor preparethe foundation for your spa.Place the spa on a level foundation (preferably a 10cm concrete slab). If you are installing the spa indoors,pay close attention to the flooring beneath it. Chooseflooring that will not be damaged or stained.If you are installing your spa on an elevated wooddeck or other structure, consult a structural engineeror a contractor to ensure the structure will support theweight of 68 kg per square foot.Your Cal Spas™ retailer can help you with yourfoundation and more. Your retailer has a wealth ofinformation and experience about how to get the mostout of your spa and can provide you with a full line ofaccessories that are designed to compliment your spaand increase your enjoyment.Planning the Best LocationHere are some of the things that you will need toconsider when determining where to place your newspa.Safety FirstDo not place your spa within 3 meters of overheadpower lines.Consider How You Will Use Your SpaHow you intend to use your spa will help you determinewhere you should position it. For example, will you useyour spa for recreational or therapeutic purposes? Ifyour spa is mainly used for family recreation, be sureto leave plenty of room around it for activity. If you willuse it for relaxation and therapy, you’ll probably wantto create a specific mood around it.Plan for Your EnvironmentIf you live in a region where it snows in the winter orrains frequently, place the spa near a house entry. Bydoing this, you will have a place to change clothes andnot be uncomfortable.Consider Your PrivacyIn a cold-weather climate, bare trees won’t providemuch privacy. Think of your spa’s surroundings duringall seasons to determine your best privacy options.Consider the view of your neighbors as well when youplan the location of your spa.Provide A View With Your SpaThink about the direction you will be facing whensitting in your spa. Do you have a special landscapedarea in your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhapsthere is an area that catches a soothing breeze duringthe day or a lovely sunset in the evening.Keep Your Spa CleanIn planning your spa’s location, consider a locationwhere the path to and from the house can be keptclean and free of debris.Preparing for Your New Portable Spa