Preparing a Good Foundation. Cal Spas Portable Spa

Preparing a Good Foundation

Your spa needs a solid and level foundation. The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the spa, with water and the occupants who use it. If the foundation is inadequate, it may shift or settle after the spa is in place, causing stress that could DAMAGE YOUR

SPA SHELL AND FINISH.

Damage caused by inadequate or improper foundation support is not covered by the warranty. It is the responsibility of the spa owner to provide a proper foundation for the spa.

Place the spa on an elevated 3 to 4” / 30 cm concrete slab.

Pavers, gravel, brick, sand, timbers or dirt foundations are

not

adequate to support the spa.

We strongly recommend that a qualified, licensed contractor prepare the foundation for your spa.

If you are installing the spa indoors, pay close attention to the flooring beneath it. Choose flooring that will not be damaged or stained.

If you are installing your spa on an elevated wood deck or other structure, it is highly recommended that you consult a structural engineer or contractor to ensure the structure will support the weight of 150 pounds per square foot (732 kg / m2).

To properly identify the weight of your new spa when full, remember water weighs 8.33 lbs. per gallon, or 1 kg per liter. For example, an average 8’ spa holds approximately

500 gallons, or 1892 liters, of water. Using this formula, you will find that the weight of the water alone is 4,165 lbs, or

1892 kg. Combined with the dry weight of the spa you will note that this spa will weigh approximately 5,000 lbs, or

2267 kg, when full of water.

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Opening the Front Door Panel for Electrical Hookup

The following electrical connections must be performed by a licensed electrical contractor.

Unscrew and remove the two corner panels on each side of the spa’s front door.

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