Prior to receiving your new spa, you will want to prepare an area for installation. You will need to arrange to have your spa placed in the desired location and prepare the location for the connection of the electrical circuits. In most cities, permits are required for the installation of electrical circuits.
Make certain to review the path that your spa will take through your property along with the size of the spa to ensure you have enough space. If there are stairs or other obstacles that the spa will have to travel over to get to the site, additional clearance may be required.
Here are some key things to consider while installing your spa that will help eliminate some of the unforeseeable situations that could hinder your spa installation.
- Avoid installing too close to any structures.
- Leave enough room around all sides to allow accessto the service panels.
- Install on a level, load-bearing surface.
- Install at least 5 feet from ground conductors.
- Use non-conductive conduit for all wiring.
- If installing below the surface of a deck, leave enough room to access and remove service panels.
We recommend a level 4” thick concrete pad if you are installing on land (rather than on a deck or platform). The dimensions of the pad should at least match the outside dimensions of your spa. You should also accommodate for any steps or obstructions around the spa. Please allow a few days for curing the cement when scheduling your delivery date.
Balconies and decks are not recommended for spa installations; but if you choose one as your location, keep in mind that a large filled spa with six adults can weigh as much as three tons. Balconies and decks Clearwater Spas Owner Manual | 11 must be constructed to current state and local building codes and must support at least 100 pounds per square foot. If you are building a deck around your spa, be sure that it does not cover up any of the service panels. If you are building stairs for the spa, it is recommended that they be installed in such a way that they can be moved out of the way if access to the service panels is required.
The most important thing to remember is to plan your installation so that it will be easy to move the spa from the delivery truck to the installation site. Spas are typically transported on a mover’s dolly lying on their side. Check for adequate gate clearance and remove any fence panels if necessary to allow access to the installation site.