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garage circuits, etc.). If the spa is connected to a non-dedicated circuit, overloading will result in “nuisance tripping”
at the main panel. This requires frequent resetting of the breaker switch at the house electrical breaker panel and
introduces the possibility of damage or failure of spa equipment. The dedicated circuit must be properly wired; that
is, it must have a 20-amp GFCI circuit breaker in the house breaker panel, #12 AWG or larger wire (including the
ground wire) and the correct polarity throughout the circuit.
NEVER CONNECT THE SPA TO AN EXTENSION CORD!
A pressure wire connector is provided on the exterior surface of the control box, inside the spa. This is to permit
the connection of a ground bonding wire between this point and
any metal equipment, enclosures, reinforced concrete pad, pipe,
or conduit within 5 feet of the spa (if needed to comply with local
building code requirements). The bonding wire must be at least a
#10-AWG solid copper wire.
Bond the spa to all exposed metal equipment or fixtures, handrails,
and concrete pad per N.E.C. Article 680 and all local codes.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The 115 volt Bolt™ spa model comes equipped with approximately
15 feet of useable power cord (this is the maximum length allowed
by Underwriters Laboratory and the National Electric Code). When
the spa is installed, the power cord will come out of the bottom of the
equipment compartment door. For your safety, when the electrician is
installing the 20 amp single electrical outlet and waterproof cover, the
outlet should be no closer than 5 feet (1.5 meters) and no farther than
10 feet from the spa [reference National Electrical Code 680-6a(1)
and 680-41a].
The Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is located at the end of
the power cord. This device is for your protection. It is very important
to protect it from rain and other moisture. Test once a month, with the
plug connected to the power supply,
1. Push the “TEST” button on the GFCI breaker. The spa should
stop operating and the GFCI power indicator will go out.
2. Wait 30 seconds, then push the “RESET” button. Power will be restored to the spa and the GFCI power
indicator will turn on.
If the GFCI fails to operate in this manner, your spa may have an electrical malfunction, and you may be risking
electrical shock. Turn off all circuits and do not use the spa until the problem has been corrected by an authorized
service agent.
WARNING: Removal of the GFCI from the spa’s power cord will result in an unsafe spa and will
void the spa’s warranty.
IMPORTANT: Should you ever find the need to move or relocate your Hot Spring
®
spa, it is essential that you
understand and apply these installation requirements. Your Hot Spring spa has been carefully engineered to provide
maximum safety against electric shock. Remember, connecting the spa to an improperly wired circuit will negate
many of its safety features.
ADVANTAGE TO HAVING YOUR SPA CONVERTED
In the 115 volt configuration, either the heater, or the jet pump can operate, but they can’t work at the same
time. In a 115 volt system, as long as the jet pump is activated, the heater will not turn on. On the other
hand, when the spa is converted to operate in the 230 volt configuration, the heater and jet pump can
operate simultaneously.
The heater will operate at 1500 watts when the spa is configured as a 115 volt cord-and-plug connected model,
and at 6000 watts when the spa is configured as a 230 volt converted model heating your spa water faster.
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** Refer to NEC 250-122 (table)
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