American Spas AM-628TM, Owner'S Manual

American Spa Owner’s Manual

LTR50001143, Rev. ZZ

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Important Safety Instructions

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to 

use this product unless they are closely supervised 

at all times.
DANGER -- Risk of accidental drowning:
Do not allow children to be in or around a spa unless 

a responsible adult supervises them.  Keep the spa 

cover on and locked when not in use. See instructions 

enclosed with your cover for locking procedures.

DANGER -- Risk of injury:

The  suction  fittings  in  this  spa  are  sized  to  match 

the specific water flow created by the pump. Should 

the need arise to replace the suction fittings, or the 

pump, be sure the flow rates are compatible.
Never operate the spa if the suction fitting or filter 

baskets are broken or missing. Never replace a 

suction fitting with one that is rated less than the flow 

rate marked on the original suction fitting.

DANGER -- Risk of electric shock:
Install the spa at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) from all 

metal surfaces. As an alternative, a spa may be 

installed within 5 feet of metal surfaces if each metal 

surface is permanently bonded by a minimum #8 

AWG solid copper conductor to the outside of the 

spa’s control box.

DANGER -- Risk of electric shock:
Do not permit any external electrical appliances, 

such as lights, telephones, radios, televisions, and 

etc., within five feet (1.5 meters) of the spa. Never 

attempt to operate any electrical device from inside 

the spa.

HYPERTHERMIA DANGER:
Prolonged exposure to hot air or water can induce 

hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal 

temperature of the body reaches a level 3˚F to 6˚F 

above  the  normal  body  temperature  of  98.6˚F  (or 

2˚C  to  4˚C  above  37˚C).  While  hyperthermia  has 

many  health  benefits,  it  is  important  not  to  allow 

your  body’s  core  temperature  to  rise  above  103˚F 

(39.5˚C).

Symptoms of excessive hyperthermia include 

dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness and fainting. The 

effects of excessive hyperthermia may include:

•  Failure to perceive heat
•  Failure to recognize the need to exit spa or hot 

tub

•  Unawareness of impending hazard
•  Fetal damage in pregnant women
•  Physical inability to exit the spa
•  Unconsciousness
WARNING: The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication 

can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia.

WARNING -- To reduce the risk of injury:

The  spa  water  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 and when spa use exceeds 10 

minutes.
High water temperatures have a high potential for 

causing fetal damage during pregnancy. Women who 

are pregnant, or who think they are pregnant, should 

always check with their physician prior to spa usage.

The use of alcohol, drugs or medication before or 

during spa use may lead to unconsciousness, with 

the possibility of drowning.
Persons suffering from obesity, a medical history of 

heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory 

system problems or diabetes should consult a 

physician before using the spa.
Persons using medications should consult a physician 

before using the spa since some medications may 

induce drowsiness while others may affect heart rate, 

blood pressure and circulation.