Joe Ordini's Pools and Spas
Phone: 1-800-ORDINIS (673.4647)
801 Rt.413, Bristol, PA 19007
www.ordinis.com

Hot-Tub and Spa Pre-Delivery Guide

Planning the Best Location for Your Hot Tub

How will You Use Your Hot Tub?
How you intend to use it will help you determine where you should position it. For example, will you use your hot tub more for recreational or therapeutic purposes? If your hot tub is mainly for family recreation, be sure to leave plenty of room around it for activity and lawn furniture. If you will use your hot tub more for relaxation and therapy, you'll probably want to create a specific mood around the tub.

Environment
If you live in a climate with a snowy winter and hot summer, a place to change clothes or house entry near the hot tube is convenient.
A warmer climate may require shade from the hot sun. Consider placement of trees, shrubs, patio cover, or perhaps a gazebo structure to provide what you'll need.
Indoor installations require adequate ventilation. When the hot tube is in use, considerable amounts of moisture are produced. This moisture can damage walls and ceiling surfaces over time. Special paint is available to resist moisture damage. Remember that hot tubs periodically require drainage, so plan your environment accordingly.

Consider Your Privacy
In a cold-weather climate, bare trees in winter won't provide much privacy. Think of your hot tub's surroundings during all seasons to determine your best privacy options. Consider the view of your neighbors as well, when you plan the location of your hot tub.

Provide a View With Your Hot Tub
Think about the direction you will be facing when sitting in your hot tub. Do you have a special landscaped area in your yard that you find enjoyable? Perhaps there is an area that catches a soothing breeze during the day or a lovely sunset in the evening. Consider these things when you plan your location.

Keep Your Hot Tub Clean
Prevent dirt and foliage from being tracked into your hot tub by utilizing concrete for paths and access areas. Check the location of trees and spill paths from gutters to see if wind or rain will sweep debris into it.

Allow for Service Access
Many people choose to install tile or custom wood around their hot tubs. If you're installing your tub with custom decorative trimming, remember to allow for access for service. Should you need service, a technician may need to remove the tub's side panels, or access the tub from beneath. It's always best to design special installations so that the tub can still be moved, or lifted from the ground.

Preparing a Good Foundation
Your hot tub needs a good solid foundation. The area that it sits on must be able to support the weight of the tub, the water in it and those who use it. If the foundation is inadequate it may shift or settle after the hot tub is in place, causing stress to the tub's shell.

Note:
Damage caused by inadequate or improper foundation support is not covered by the warranty. It is the responsibility of the hot tub owner to provide a proper foundation for the hot tub.
Place the hot tub on an elevated foundation so that the water drains away from it. Proper drainage will keep components dry from rain and wet weather.
If you are installing it indoors, pay close attention to the flooring beneath the tub. Always remember that a hot tub is filled with water. Choose flooring that won't be spoiled or ruined from water damage.
A hot tub filled with water is heavy. If you are installing your hot tub on an elevated wood deck or other structure, it is advisable to consult a structural engineer or contractor to ensure the structure will support the weight.
It is strongly recommended that a qualified, licensed contractor prepare the foundation for your hot tub. There is a 4" minimum depth requirement for a concrete pad.
Ordini's has a wealth of information and experience about how to get the most out of your hot tub. Ordini's also has a full line of accessories, and gazebos that are engineered to complement your hot tub.

Getting The Hot Tub into Your Yard

Safety first
Do not place hot tub within 10 feet of overhead power lines.
Make sure it is positioned so that access to the tub's equipment compartment and side panels will not be blocked.Be certain that your installation will meet all city and local safety codes and requirements.

Check the dimensions of your hot tub
Ask your Ordini's sales representative for the dimensions of your hot tub as it sits on the delivery cart. During delivery the hot tub must remain on the delivery cart at all times. Compare the dimensions to the width of the gates, sidewalks, and doorways along the delivery route used to bring the hot tub into your yard. It may benecessary for you to remove a gate or partially remove a fence in order to provide an unobstructed passageway to the installation location.

Plan the delivery route
Use the diagram below to plan your delivery route. Consider the following when planning your delivery route:
- Check the width of the gates, doors and sidewalks to make sure your hot tub will pass through unobstructed. You may have to remove a gate or part of a fence to allow for adequate width clearance.
- If the delivery route will require a 90% turn, check the measurement at the turn to ensure the hot tub will fit.
- Are there protruding gas meters, water meters or A/C units on your home which will cause obstruction along the delivery path to your yard? Are there more than two consecutive stairs without a landing in your delivery route? If so, you must consult Ordini's prior to delivery to make adequate preparations.

A: Check number of stairs. No more than 2 in a row without landing.
B: Check corner clearance. Hot Tub will not bend.
C: Check overhanging branches
D: Check structures such as dog houses, wood piles, etc.
E: Check all gates and entries for width clearance.
F: Check overhang clearance.
G: Check protruding meters, fixtures and rain gutters.

Special circumstances
The use of a crane for delivery and installation is necessary occasionally. It is used primarily to avoid injury to your hot tub, your property or to delivery personnel. Ordini's may be able to assist you with arrangements. If your hot tub delivery requires the use of a crane, the cost of a crane is not included in standard delivery service.

Electrical Requirements

Important
If installed in the United States, the electrical wiring of hot tubs must meet the requirements of the National Electric Code (NEC) and any applicable state or local codes. The electrical circuit must be installed by a electrical contractor and approved by a local building/electrical inspection authority.

Electrical setup before delivery of your hot tub
1) All 240V hot tubs must be permanently connected (hard wired) to the power supply. 120V hot tubs may use a G.F.C.I. cord, plugged into a grounded outlet. Supplying power to the hot tub which is not in accordance with these instructions will void both the independent testing agency's listing and the manufacturer's warranty.
2) The power supply to the hot tub must be a dedicated circuit with no other appliances or light sharing the power.
3) Ask Ordini's to determine the current, voltage, and wire size required for the hot tub configuration to be connected.
- Wire size must be appropriate per NEC and/or local codes.
- All wiring must be copper to ensure adequate connections. We recommend THHN copper core wire.
- DO NOT USE ALUMINUM WIRE.
4) The electrical supply for the hot tub must include a suitable rated switch or circuit breaker to open all underground supply conductors to comply with section 422-20 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. The disconnecting means must be readily accessible to the hot tub's occupant but installed at least 5 feet (1.5m) from the hot tub water.
5) The electrical circuit for the hot tub must include a suitable ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) as required by NEC Article 680-42.