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How will I use the spa?
Consider how you intend to use your spa.
If using the spa for … Then …
Family recreation Leave plenty of room around the spa for
activities and yard furniture.
Relaxation and therapy Create a quiet and relaxing environment
around the spa.
Does the climate I live
in make any difference
to where I install my
spa?
When deciding the best place to install the spa, consider
If your climate is … Then consider installing …
Cold and snowy in winter
and warm in summer
The spa close to the back door or near
the pool house for fast access to a warm
room
Warm in winter and hot in
summer
A patio cover or perhaps a gazebo to
provide shade
What about spa
servicing?
At some time, a service technician may need to access the spa’s
equipment from below or by removing the side access panels.
To make access easy, create an installation plan that includes
the details for removing the spa’s access panel to easily reach
the spa’s equipment and control panel. Depending upon your
type of installation, keep in mind that the spa might sometime
need to be moved or lifted from the ground.
What other issues
should I consider?
When selecting the ideal outdoor location for your spa, consider
these suggestions:
❐ Keep the pathway to your spa free of debris to prevent dirt
and leaves from being tracked into the spa.
❐ Prevent leaves and bits of plants from dropping in the spa
by keeping trees and shrubbery away from the spa.
Planning the Best Location for Your Spa,
Continued