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5. DANGER: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK OR DEATH FROM
ELECTROCUTION!
• Install the spa at least 5 feet (1.5m), from all metal surfaces. As an alternative, a spa may be installed within 5 feet of metal
surfaces if each metal surface is permanently connected (bonded) by a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper
conductor attached to the wire connector on the grounding bar, inside the equipment compartment on the equipment box.
• A grounding wire connector is provided on this unit to connect a minimum No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) solid copper conductor
between this unit and any metal equipment, metal enclosures of electrical equipment, metal water pipe, or conduit within 5
feet (1.5m) of the unit.
• Never permit any electrical appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio, television, etc. within 5 feet (1.5m) of a spa unless
such appliances are built-in by the manufacturer.
• Never bring any electrical appliances into or near the spa.
• Never operate any electrical appliances from inside the spa or when you are wet.
• Permanently installed units: The electrical supply for this product must include a suitably rated switch or circuit breaker to
open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply with section 422-20 of the National Electrical Code/USA,
ANSI/NFPA 70. The disconnecting means must be readily accessible and visible to the spa occupant but installed at
least 5 feet (1.5m), from the spa.
• Permanently installed units: The electrical circuit supplied for the hot tub must include a suitable ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) as required by NEC Article 680-42.
6. WARNING: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!
• Extreme caution must be exercised to prevent diving or jumping into that the spa or slipping and falling, which
could result in unconsciousness, drowning, or serious injury. Remember wet surfaces can be very slippery.
• Never stand, walk or sit on the top railing of the spa.
• Always use care in and around your spa. The spa has many rigid, unyielding parts and many areas that become
wet and slippery; these are all potentially dangerous when rough play is permitted or if care is not used, particularly when entering
or leaving the spa.
7. WARNING: RISK OF HYPERTHERMIA (OVER-HEATING) CAUSING SEVERE INJURY,
BURNS, WELTS OR DEATH!
• Water temperature in excess of 104°F (40°C) may be injurious to your health.
• Refer to Hyperthermia section on this manual for specific causes and symptoms of this condition.
• The water in the spa should never exceed 104°F (40°C). Water temperatures between 100°F (38°C) and 104°F (40°C) are
considered safe for a healthy adult.
• Lower water temperatures are recommended for young children (children are especially sensitive to hot water) and when spa
use may exceed 10 minutes.
• The Consumer Products Safety Commission/USA has stated that the water temperature in a spa should not exceed 104°F (40°C).
• Always test the spa water temperature before entering the spa. The user should measure the water temperature with an
accurate thermometer since the tolerance of water temperature regulating devices may vary as much as +/- 5°F (2°C).
8. WARNING: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!
• Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, if
pregnant or possibly pregnant, consult your physician before using a spa.
• Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 100°F (38°C).
• Persons suffering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems,
diabetes, infectious diseases or immune deficiency syndromes should consult a physician before using a spa.
• If you experience breathing difficulties in association with using or operating your spa, discontinue use and consult your
physician.
• Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa since some medication may induce drowsiness, while
other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
• Persons suffering from any condition requiring medical treatment, the elderly, or infants should consult with a physician before
using a spa.
• If you have any questions about your own fitness or whether you should soak in the spa, check with your physician.
• The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of
drowning.
• Never permit the spa to be used unless it is attended by at least one person other than the bather. Someone should be present
to lend assistance if the bather should be in trouble due to injuries, cramps, or drowning, especially in case of children.
9. WARNING: RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!
• Prolonged immersion in a spa may be injurious to your health.
• Observe a reasonable time limit when using the spa. Exposures at higher temperatures can cause high body temperature (over-
heating). Symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, fainting, drowsiness, and reduced awareness. These effects could possibly
result in drowning or serious injury.
• Never use a spa immediately following strenuous exercise. Enter and exit the spa slowly. Wet surfaces can be slippery.
