• Persons su!ering from obesity or a medical history of heart disease, low or high blood
pressure, circulatory system problems or diabetes should consult a physician before using
a hot tub.
4. SAFETY INFORMATION: When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING: Children should not use hot tubs without adult supervision.
WARNING: Do not allow children to submerge their head under water.
WARNING: Do not use hot tubs unless all suction guards are installed to prevent body
and hair entrapment.
WARNING: People with infectious diseases should not use a hot tub.
WARNING: To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the hot tub. Where
practical, install a safety grab bar or handrail. Turn o! the jets before entering the hot
tub to improve visibility of the steps or flat entry area.
WARNING: Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a hot tub to avoid
unconsciousness and possible drowning.
WARNING: Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a physician before
using a hot tub.
WARNING: Water temperature in excess of 38 °C (100 °F) may be injurious to your
health.
WARNING: Before entering the hot tub, measure the water temperature with an accu-
rate thermometer.
WARNING: Do not use a hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise.
WARNING: Prolonged immersion in a hot tub may be injurious to your health.
WARNING: Do not permit electric appliances (such as lights, telephone, radio, televi-
sion, etc.) within 5 feet (1.5m) of this hot tub unless such appliances are built-in by
the manufacturer.
WARNING: The use of alcohol or drugs can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyper-
thermia in hot tubs.
WARNING: People using medication and/or having an adverse medical history should
consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub.
WARNING: Test the GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) monthly.
Hyperthermia
Since your hot tub can be set to reach temperatures of 104°F (40° C), users should be aware
that extended submersion in water that exceeds normal body temperature can lead to hyper-
thermia.
Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches several degrees
above the normal body temperature of 98.6° F (37° C). The symptoms of hyperthermia drowsi-
ness, lethargy, and an increase in the internal temperature of the body. The e!ects of hyper-
thermia include:
• Unawareness of impending hazard.
• Failure to perceive heat.
• Failure to recognize the need to exit the hot tub.
• Physical inability to exit the hot tub.
• Fetal damage in pregnant woman.
• Unconsciousness resulting in the danger of drowning.
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