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Carolina Spas™
OWNER'S MANUAL
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Location Preparation
Your Carolina Spas™ model is totally self-contained and portable . You can install the spa outside
or inside . Preferable places are on a patio, deck or indoors . The spa should always be placed on a
level, load bearing surface in accordance with your local building code requirements . Other items
you need to consider are the following:
• Verify that the location chosen can support the weight of the spa, the water of the spa and
its occupants .
• Always check the surface of the site to see if it is level before filling the spa with water .
• Allow access to the equipment compartment for routine maintenance .
• When positioning the spa, be sure to allow for drainage away from the electrical compartment .
• Leave easy access to the GFCI breaker .
Carolina Spas™
is manufactured to be a portable unit. Any permanent installation
of this product is done at the risk of the owner. Permanent installation of this unit violates
warranty coverage.
Outdoor Installation
Always keep in mind what type of climate you live in . In a climate with cold, snowy winters you
may want to consider locating the spa close to the house for easy access . In climates where it is
normally warm or hot year-round, it would be recommended to place the spa in a shaded or cool
area . With deck installations it is recommended that a qualified building contractor or structural
engineer review the weight the deck can support . The spa specification sheet (on page 6) can
assist you with the weights and dimensions of your spa .
Indoor Installation
Special requirements are needed for indoor installation . Spas normally produce moisture . A
ventilation system needs to be considered . Your spa area should contain moisture resistant wall/
floor coverings and building materials to avoid damage from moisture over time . Proper drainage
of the spa water also needs to be considered .
Your Carolina Spas™ model is equipped with air vents to allow for circulation of air
throughout the equipment compartment . These vents are found on the face of the
equipment compartment panel and under the corners of the spa at the equipment
compartment end . Do not allow vents to be blocked as to prevent the circulation of air
in the equipment compartment .
Your Carolina Spas™ dealer can help you with information such as local
zoning regulations and building codes.
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