Pre-Delivery Instructions - Hot Spring Spas

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Pre-Delivery Instructions
Please take the time to read this booklet carefully, as it will provide you with the information you will need to ensure
the safe, secure, and timely installation of your new spa. The following sections are guidelines on how to prepare for
delivery and set-up of your new spa. Specifically covered are site selection, delivery access, ground preparation, and
electrical requirements.
Remember to carefully review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies your spa, and to register the spa's warranty
within 10 days of delivery. These items, along with other valuable information, will be found in the Owner’s Package
which has been placed in the equipment compartment of your spa, where you will also find its serial number.
Watkins Wellness™ reserves the right to change features, specifications and design without notification and without
incurring any obligation.

      DATE PURCHASED: __________________________________________________________________
                                                                    Register your warranty
      DATE INSTALLED:____________________________________________________________________
                                                                    using the QR code below:

      DEALER:____________________________________________________________________________

      ADDRESS:___________________________________________________________________________

      TELEPHONE:________________________________________________________________________

In most cities and counties, permits will be required for the installation of electrical circuits or the construction of
exterior surfaces (decks and gazebos). In addition, some communities have adopted residential barrier codes which
may require fencing and/or self-closing gates on the property to prevent unsupervised access to a pool (or spa) by
children under 5 years of age. Your HOT SPRING spa is equipped with a locking cover that meets the ASTM F1346-
91 Standard for Safety Covers and as a result, is usually exempt from most barrier requirements. As a general
practice, your local Building Department will inform you of any applicable barrier requirements at the time a permit is
obtained for the installation of an electrical circuit. Your Hot Spring dealer can provide information on which permits
may be required.

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Site Selection and Preparation
IMPORTANT: Site selection and preparation are your responsibility. Carefully read these instructions and consult
your authorized HOT SPRING dealer if you have any questions.
You probably have a spot picked out for your new spa, whether it’s indoors or outdoors, on a patio or on a deck.
Just make sure you check the following:
   • Always put your spa on a structurally sound, level surface. A filled spa can weigh a great deal. Make
      certain that the location you choose can support the weight of your filled spa.
   • Locate your spa away from any reflective surface or glass. The heat generated by some types of double-
      pane windows and reflective surfaces can cause serious damage to the exterior of the spa, including the
      siding and cover.
   • Locate your equipment compartment, which houses all of the electrical components, in a place
      where water will drain away from it. Allowing water into the equipment compartment can damage the
      electronics, or may result in tripping your house’s circuit breaker.
   • Leave yourself easy access to the circuit breakers in the subpanel (230 volt models), or to the interrupter
      switch on the end of the power cord (115 volt models).
   • Never let water get into the subpanel (230 volt models), into the interrupter switch (115 volt models),
      or into the electrical outlet that your spa is plugged into. Your 230 volt spa’s subpanel is raintight when
      installed correctly with the door closed.
   • Leave access to the equipment compartment for periodic spa care and maintenance.

OUTDOOR AND PATIO INSTALLATION
No matter where you install your new spa, it’s important that you have a solid foundation to support it. Structural
damage to the spa resulting from incorrect installation or placement on an inadequate foundation is not covered
under the spa’s limited warranty.
If you install the spa outdoors, a reinforced concrete pad at least four inches thick is required for the Grandee®
spa, and recommended for the Envoy®, Vanguard® , Aria®, Sovereign®, Triumph™, Prodigy® and Jetsetter® spas.
The reinforcing rod or mesh in the pad should be attached to a bond wire (see your Owner’s Manual). All Hot
Spring spas may be installed onto a deck, provided that the load capacity of the deck is greater than the
dead weight of the spa (see Deck Installation).
If you place the spa on the ground, even temporarily, place stepping stones under the leveling areas. The stones
should be at least two inches thick and twelve inches square. Even with stones in place, the spa will inevitably
settle and become unlevel. Plus, a spa surrounded by dirt or grass will soon be filled with dirt or grass from users’
feet; therefore, it is important to get it onto a solid foundation as soon as possible.

DECK INSTALLATION
To be certain your deck can support your spa, you must know the deck’s maximum load capacity. Consult a
qualified building contractor or structural engineer before you place the spa on an elevated deck or
indoors. To find the weight of your spa, its contents and occupants, refer to the Spa Specification chart. This
weight per square foot must not exceed the structure’s rated capacity, or serious structural damage could result.

INDOOR INSTALLATION
Be aware of some special requirements if you place your spa indoors. Water will accumulate around the spa, so
flooring materials must provide a good grip when wet. Proper drainage is essential to prevent a build-up of water
around the spa. When building a new room for the spa, it is recommended that a floor drain be installed. The
humidity will naturally increase with the spa installed. Water may get into woodwork and produce dryrot, mildew,
or other problems. Check for airborne moisture’s effects on exposed wood, paper, etc. in the room. To minimize
these effects, it is best to provide plenty of ventilation to the spa area. An architect can help to determine if more
ventilation must be installed.
Your HOT SPRING dealer can help you with local information such as zoning regulations and building codes.

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DELIVERY ACCESS
First, locate the dimensions of your spa on the following chart. The
dimensions shown are the measurements of the spa in the vertical
position, laid on its side.
Next, contact your dealer to find the height and width added by
the delivery cart which the dealer will use to deliver your new
spa. Use the height of the cart plus the dimension shown as H to
determine the vertical clearance required to pass the spa and cart.
Use the width of the cart, or dimension W, whichever is greater,
to determine the maximum width of clearance necessary. Use the
length dimension L when making any sharp turns to determine the
maximum clearance required.
NOTE: It may be necessary to allow for additional over-head
clearance if the spa will be rolled up or down an incline or moved
up or down a short flight of stairs.
Use the information below to determine the requirements for access to your desired location.

            Model                               Width W                Length L                Height H
 GRANDEE (GGN)                                 38" (97 cm)             8'4" (2.54 m)           7'7" (2.31 m)
 ENVOY (VVN)                                   38" (97 cm)             7'9" (2.36 m)           7'7" (2.31 m)
 VANGUARD (KKN)                                36" (91 cm)             7'3" (2.21 m)           7'3" (2.21 m)
 ARIA (ARN)                                    36" (91 cm)             7'3" (2.21 m)           7'3" (2.21 m)
 SOVEREIGN (IIN)                               33" (84 cm)             7'9" (2.36 m)           6'8" (2.03 m)
 TRIUMPH (TRNH)                                33" (84 cm)             7'9" (2.36 m)           6'2" (1.88 m)
 PRODIGY (HN)                                  33" (84 cm)             7'0" (2.13 m)           6'6" (1.98 m)
 JETSETTER LX (JTN)                            33" (84 cm)             7'0" (2.13 m)           5'5" (1.65 m)
 JETSETTER (JJN)                               29" (74 cm)             7'0" (2.13 m)           5'5" (1.65 m)

                     How is your width clearance?
                                                                          BACK YARD
                     Check all gates

                     Protruding electric meters
                     Gas meters
                     A/C units

                     Do you have sufficient
                     overhead clearance?
                     Check low roof eaves,
                     overhanging branches,
                     rain gutters
                                                                                    HOUSE
                     Is the path clear?

                     Move away branches, dog
                     houses, firewood, etc.

                     If there is a 90 turn, can we
                     clear it? (The spa will not bend)

                     No more than 6 consecutive
                     stairs without a landing

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It may be necessary to remove a gate, part of a fence, or other movable obstructions in order to roll the spa to its
installation site. About ten percent of the time, a crane is the only way to install the spa by lifting it to its final destination.
If the spa has to be taken off of the cart to go over a wall (either because the entry area is too narrow, the eaves are
too low, the corner is too tight, or the stairway is too steep), a crane will be required. Don’t be alarmed!
The crane has a truck-mounted boom which can fit right in your driveway. It is run by a licensed and insured
operator. For a charge, the crane operator will lift your spa over walls, buildings, or any other obstruction and place
it as close to the installation site as possible. The HOT SPRING spa delivery personnel will supervise the crane
delivery and complete the spa installation.
NOTE: If your spa delivery requires the use of a crane, you may be required to pay for its services at the completion
of the delivery.

GROUND PREPARATION
Your Hot Spring spa has been engineered to perform on several types of yard surfaces. While a concrete slab is
recommended, other foundations (illustrated below) are acceptable so long as a level base is prepared prior to
delivery. NOTE: Have a reinforced concrete pad at least 4 inches (10cm) thick or a deck that is able to withstand the
pounds per square foot listed in the Spa Specification section.

INSTALLATION NOTES:
     •     Concrete sloped at 1/2 inch per 10 feet (1 cm per 3 m) is
           preferred so that rain water and water spillover will run off                  FOUNDATIONS FOR SPAS
           and not puddle underneath the spa.                                               WITH ACCESSORIES
     •     If brick or wood decking is selected for the spa foundation,
           it should be placed and leveled below the entire spa to
           maintain even distribution of the spa weight.
     •     It is important to note that if bricks are used to distribute
           the weight of the spa there may still be a tendency to settle                        CONCRETE PADS
           unevenly, resulting in an unlevel spa.
     •     Remember, placing the spa around grass or dirt may
           increase the amount of debris which is inadvertently
           brought into the spa water on the user’s feet.
                                                                                                BRICK SURFACES
If you are purchasing a deck package or a gazebo with your spa, a
solid foundation becomes mandatory. Placing them on any surface
other than a single level pad could create problems with their
installation. Pictured at right are the recommended surfaces.
As a homeowner, it is your responsibility to provide a suitable, level
foundation for your spa. Keep in mind that most delivery crews are                              WOOD DECKING
not equipped to level and prepare spa sites.
If you are interested in having a concrete slab, brick surface, or wood
deck installed, your HOT SPRING dealer should be able to suggest a qualified, licensed contractor.
NOTE: In order for the spa to operate properly and the internal plumbing to drain completely, you must ensure
that the spa surface is leveled before the spa has been installed. Shimming or point leveling is NOT supported or
recommended by the manufacturer.

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GRANDEE (GGN)
                                        Grandee
                                          Dimensions
                                                Grandee
                     NOTE: All dimensions are approximate; measure your spa
                       before making critical design or pathway decisions.
                      Configuration and location may change without notice.

                                                                                                                                            38" (96.5 cm)
                                                                                                                  34 " (86.4 cm)
                                                                                                                  7 " (17.8 cm)

                                                                                                                                   38" (96.5 cm)
                                                                                                         34 " (86.4 cm)
                                                                                                         7 " (17.8 cm)
(Front view)                                       DOOR
                                                                                        6" (15.2 cm)

                                                                                     44" (111.8 cm)
                                                                                       6" (15.2 cm)
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION                                                        56" (142.2 cm)
2.5" (6.4 cm) Height                                       94" (238.8 cm)
                                                                                    44" (111.8 cm)
                                                                                                       ELECTRICAL
from ground)                                                                56" (142.2 cm)             CONNECTION
                MAIN DRAIN                               94" (238.8 cm)
                                                                                                       2.5" (6.4 cm)
                                                                                                       Height from
       SECONDARY DRAIN                                                                                 ground)

                                                      100" (254 cm)

          RADIUS                                     100" (254 cm)
          *6.35" (16.13 cm)
* Base corner radius.
Shell corner radius is 10.5"
(26.67 cm) and tapers down
to base corner radius.
                                                                                                                  91" (231.1 cm)

(Bottom view)
                                                                                                          91" (231.1 cm)

                                      UPSIDE DOWN VIEW OF SPA

      Electrical Connection
          (Both sides)
                         (38 cm)
                           15"
                        (38 cm)
                          15"

                                                   DOOR SIDE

NOTE: WATKINS WELLNESS requires that the GRANDEE be installed on a minimum 4” (10 cm) thick
reinforced concrete pad or a deck that is able to withstand more than 115 lbs/ft² (555 kg/m²).
WARNING: The GRANDEE must not be shimmed in any manner.

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ENVOY
                                    ENVOY (KKN)
                                             Dimensions
                                                 ENVOY
                         NOTE: All dimensions are approximate; measure your spa
                           before making critical design or pathway decisions.
                          Configuration and location may change without notice.

                                                                                                                                                                                38" (96.5 cm) 38" (96.5 cm)
                                                                                                                                                 34 " (86.4 cm)34 " (86.4 cm)
                                                                                                                   7 " (17.8 cm) 7 " (17.8 cm)
   (Front view)

                                                   DOOR
                                                                                   6" (15.2 cm)

                                                                                40" (101.6 cm)

                                                                         52" (132.1 cm)
          ELECTRICAL                                    81" (205.7 cm)             6" (15.2 cm)
         CONNECTION                                                              40" (101.6 cm)
     2.5" (6.4 cm) Height                                                                         ELECTRICAL
        from ground)                                                     52" (132.1 cm)           CONNECTION
                                                                                                  2.5" (6.4 cm)
              MAIN DRAIN                                81" (205.7 cm)
                                                                                                  Height from
  SECONDARY DRAIN                                                                                 ground)

                                                   93" (236.2 cm)

     RADIUS
     *6.35" (16.13 cm)
                                                   93" (236.2 cm)
* Base corner radius.
Shell corner radius is
10.5" (26.67 cm) and
tapers down to base
corner radius.
                                                                                                  91" (231.1 cm)91" (231.1 cm)

  (Bottom view)

                                      UPSIDE DOWN VIEW OF SPA

Electrical Connection
    (Both sides)
                     (38 cm)
                       15"
                     (38 cm)

                                                DOOR SIDE
                       15"

NOTE: WATKINS WELLNESS recommends that the ENVOY be installed on a minimum 4” (10 cm) thick
reinforced concrete pad or a deck that is able to withstand more than 110 lbs/ft² (535 kg/m²).
WARNING: The ENVOY must not be shimmed in any manner.

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VANGUARD (VVN) & ARIA (ARN)
                                             Dimensions
                                                      Aria
                         NOTE: All dimensions are approximate; measure your spa
                           before making critical design or pathway decisions.
                          Configuration and location may change without notice.

 (Front view)

                                                                                                                                        36" (91.4 cm)
                                                                                                                       32 " (81.3 cm)
                                                                                                       7 " (17.8 cm)
                                                    DOOR

     ELECTRICAL
    CONNECTION                                                                       6" (15.2 cm)
2.5" (6.4 cm) Height                                                               37" (94.0 cm)    ELECTRICAL
   from ground)
                                                                           49" (124.5 cm)           CONNECTION
                MAIN DRAIN                                74" (188.0 cm)
                                                                                                    2.5" (6.4 cm)
                                                                                                    Height from
   SECONDARY DRAIN                                                                                  ground)

        RADIUS
        *6.35" (16.13 cm)
* Base corner radius.
Shell corner radius is
10.5" (26.67 cm) and
tapers down to base
corner radius.
                                                                                                    86" (218.4 cm)

(Bottom view)

                                      UPSIDE DOWN VIEW OF SPA

Electrical Connection
    (Both sides)
                          (38 cm)
                            15"

                                                     86.0" (218.4 cm)

                                                      DOOR SIDE
NOTE: WATKINS WELLNESS recommends that the VANGUARD & ARIA be installed on a minimum 4” (10
cm) thick reinforced concrete pad or a deck that is able to withstand more than 115 lbs/ft² (565 kg/m²) &
110 lbs/ft² (535 kg/m²).
WARNING: The VANGUARD & ARIA must not be shimmed in any manner.

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SOVEREIGN (IIN)
                                           Dimensions
                                              Sovereign
                     NOTE: All dimensions are approximate; measure your spa
                       before making critical design or pathway decisions.
                      Configuration and location may change without notice.

                                                                                                                                 33" (84 cm)
       (Front view)

                                                                                                                  29 " (74 cm)
                                                                                                  7 " (17.8 cm)
                                                 DOOR
         ELECTRICAL
        CONNECTION                                                               6" (15.2 cm)
    2.5" (6.4 cm) Height                                                        35" (89 cm)
       from ground)                                                                             ELECTRICAL
                                                                       45" (114.5 cm)           CONNECTION
                   MAIN DRAIN                         68" (172.5 cm)                            2.5" (6.4 cm)
                                                                                                Height from
          SECONDARY DRAIN                                                                       ground)

            RADIUS
            *6.35" (16.13 cm)

* Base corner radius.
Shell corner radius is
10.5" (26.67 cm) and
tapers down to base
corner radius.

    (Bottom view)
                                                                                                 93" (236 cm)

                                        UPSIDE DOWN VIEW OF SPA

       Electrical Connection
           (Both sides)
                           (38 cm)
                             15"

                                                DOOR SIDE
                                                   80" (203 cm)

NOTE: WATKINS WELLNESS recommends that the SOVEREIGN be installed on a minimum 4” (10 cm) thick
reinforced concrete pad or a deck that is able to withstand more than 110 lbs/ft² (535 kg/m²).
WARNING: The SOVEREIGN must not be shimmed in any manner.

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Triumph
                                   TRIUMPH  (TRHN)
                                             Dimensions
                         NOTE: All dimensions are approximate; measure your spa
                           before making critical design or pathway decisions.
                          Configuration and location may change without notice.

                                                                                                                                                33" (83.8 cm)
                                                                                                               7 " (17.8 cm)

                                                                                                                               29 " (73.6 cm)
    (Front view)
                                                    DOOR

     ELECTRICAL                                                                  6" (15.2 cm)
    CONNECTION
2.5" (6.4 cm) Height                                                            41" (104 cm)
                                                                                                 ELECTRICAL
   from ground)                                                        51" (129.5 cm)
                                                                                                 CONNECTION
          MAIN DRAIN                                    87" (221 cm)                             2.5" (6.4 cm)
                                                                                                 Height from
SECONDARY DRAIN                                                                                  ground)

                                                 93" (236 cm)

       RADIUS
       *6.35" (16.13 cm)
* Base corner radius.
Shell corner radius is
10.5" (26.67 cm) and
tapers down to base
corner radius.

                                     UPSIDE DOWN VIEW OF SPA
    (Bottom view)
                                                                                                74" (188 cm)

Electrical Connection
    (Both sides)
                         (38 cm)
                           15"

                                                DOOR SIDE

NOTE: WATKINS WELLNESS recommends that the TRIUMPH be installed on a minimum 4” (10 cm) thick
reinforced concrete pad or a deck that is able to withstand more than 110 lbs/ft² (535 kg/m²).
WARNING: The TRIUMPH must not be shimmed in any manner.

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PRODIGY (HN)
                                             Dimensions
                                                 Prodigy
                         NOTE: All dimensions are approximate; measure your spa
                           before making critical design or pathway decisions.
                          Configuration and location may change without notice.

                                                                                                                                33" (84 cm)
       (Front view)

                                                                                                                 29 " (74 cm)
                                                                                                7 " (17.8 cm)
                                                     DOOR

                                                                               6" (15.2 cm)
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
   2.5" (6.4 cm) Height                                                       33" (84 cm)
                                                                                              ELECTRICAL
      from ground)                                                    43" (109 cm)
                                                                                              CONNECTION
              MAIN DRAIN                               66" (168 cm)
                                                                                              2.5" (6.4 cm)
                                                                                              Height from
       SECONDARY DRAIN
                                                                                              ground)

              RADIUS
              *6.35" (16.13 cm)
* Base corner radius.
Shell corner radius is
10.5" (26.67 cm) and
tapers down to base
corner radius.

      (Bottom view)                     UPSIDE DOWN VIEW OF SPA
                                                                                                  84" (213 cm)

        Electrical Connection
            (Both sides)
                            (38 cm)
                              15"

                                                      78" (198 cm)

                                                    DOOR SIDE

NOTE: WATKINS WELLNESS recommends that the PRODIGY be installed on a minimum 4” (10 cm) thick
reinforced concrete pad or a deck that is able to withstand more than 110 lbs/ft² (535 kg/m²).
WARNING: The PRODIGY must not be shimmed in any manner.

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JETSETTER LX (JTN) &
                                  JETSETTER JTNE
                                            (JJN)
                                              Dimensions
                          NOTE: All dimensions are approximate; measure your spa
                            before making critical design or pathway decisions.
                           Configuration and location may change without notice.

    (Front view)

                                                                                                                                        LX=33" (83.8 cm)
                                                                                                                                       LX=33" (83.8 cm)
                                                                                                                   LX=29 " (73.6 cm)

                                                                                                                                          29" (73.5 cm)
                                                                                                                  LX=29 " (73.6 cm)

                                                                                                                                         29" (73.5 cm)
                                                                                                  6 " (15.2 cm)

                                                                                                                     25 " (63.5 cm)
                                                                                                 6 " (15.2 cm)

                                                                                                                    25 " (63.5 cm)
                                                     DOOR

   ELECTRICAL                                                                    6"
                                                                                  6"(15.2
                                                                                     (15.2cm)
                                                                                           cm)
  CONNECTION
                                                                               36"
                                                                                36"(91.4
                                                                                    (91.4cm)
2.5" (6.4 cm) Height                                                                      cm)
   from ground)                                                        48" (121.9 cm)
                                                                                                 ELECTRICAL
                                                                       48" (121.9 cm)
                                                                                                 CONNECTION
       MAIN DRAIN                                     78" (198.1 cm)
                                                      78" (198.1 cm)                             2.5" (6.4 cm)
                                                                                                 Height from
SECONDARY DRAIN                                                                                  ground)

                                                84" (213 cm)
                                                84" (213 cm)

     RADIUS
     *6.35" (16.13 cm)
* Base corner radius.
Shell corner radius is
10.5" (26.67 cm) and
tapers down to base
corner radius.

   (Bottom view)
                                                                                                                    65" (165 cm)
                                                                                                                  65" (165 cm)

                                    UPSIDE DOWN VIEW OF SPA
Electrical Connection
    (Both sides)
                       cm)cm)
                     15"15"
                   (38(38

                                                 DOOR SIDE
NOTE: WATKINS WELLNESS recommends that the JETSETTER be installed on a minimum 4” (10 cm) thick
reinforced concrete pad or a deck that is able to withstand more than 95 lbs/ft² (460 kg/m²).
WARNING: The JETSETTER must not be shimmed in any manner.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
To ensure you will have an opportunity to use your spa soon after delivery, it is very important that the required
electrical service has been installed. Unless otherwise stipulated by your dealer, THIS IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
IMPORTANT: All electrical circuits must be installed by a qualified, licensed electrician.
HOT SPRING spas are manufactured in two different electrical versions. The GRANDEE, ENVOY, VANGUARD,
ARIA, SOVEREIGN, TRIUMPH and JETSETTER LX models are available with a 230 volt continuous heating
system. These spas cannot be converted to 115 volt operation.
The remaining spa model, the PRODIGY & JETSETTER are available as 115/230 volt convertible heating systems.
This models comes standard from the factory with 115 volt heating systems; however, with the addition of a
subpanel and a control box wiring change, they can be converted to 230 volt operation. See the following sections
for the electrical requirements for 115 volt operation, 230 volt operation and 230 volt converted operation.

115 VOLT OPERATION REQUIREMENTS
The 115 volt spa requires a dedicated 20 amp, 115 volt circuit. This circuit must be properly wired; that is, it must
have a 20 amp GFCI breaker in the main electrical service panel, and #12 AWG wire (including ground wire) and
the correct polarity throughout the circuit.
WIRE SPECIFICATION NOTE: Long electrical runs may require a larger gauge feed wire than stated. We
recommend that a maximum voltage drop of 3% be used when calculating the larger wire size.
NOTE: The term “dedicated” means that only the spa operates on the circuit.
Each 115 volt model comes equipped with approximately 15 feet of usable power cord. (This is the maximum length
allowed by Underwriters Laboratory.) When the spa is installed, the power cord will come out of the bottom of the
equipment compartment.
In addition to the dedicated 20 amp, 115 volt GFCI protected circuit, your spa requires a 20 amp single receptacle.
This receptacle, which contains an outdoor-rated, weather-resistant receptacle cover plate, will be provided to you.
The single receptacle and cover plate should be installed by your electrician prior to the delivery of your spa.
For your safety, when your electrician is installing the electrical outlet, it should be no closer than five (5) feet and no
farther than ten (10) feet from the spa. (Reference National Electric Code 680-6a(1) and 680-41a.)
WARNINGS: Do not connect your spa to an extension cord!
The 115 volt GFCI switch and the receptacle must be protected from weather and landscape sprinklers–they should
never get wet.
NOTE: If you require the services of a licensed electrician, your HOT SPRING Dealer should be able to suggest one
for you.
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.

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230 VOLT OPERATION REQUIREMENTS
All models require a 50 amp, single phase, 230 volt circuit breaker in the main electrical service panel.
All 230 volt Hot Spring spas must be wired in accordance with applicable local and national electrical codes, all
electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician.
NOTE: WATKINS WELLNESS REQUIRES THE USE OF A SUBPANEL TO SUPPLY POWER AND PROTECT
THE SPA. The subpanel containing GFCI breakers is included with the spa except for PRODIGY & JETSETTER.
A licensed electrician should install a four-wire electrical service (two line voltages, one neutral, one ground) from the
main electrical service panel to the subpanel, and from the sub-panel to the spa per the appropriate wiring diagram
as illustrated below.
The grounding conductor must be at least #10 AWG. Your electrician should mount the subpanel in the vicinity of the
spa but it should not be closer than 5 feet (1.5 m) from the spa water edge (NEC 680-38 to 41-A-3).
INSTALLATION NOTE: After the spa has been installed by the dealer’s delivery crew, your electrician can connect
the conduit from the subpanel to the spa’s IQ 2020 ® Control Box and then complete the wiring connections in the
control box.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Three different wiring diagrams are shown: one for GRANDEE, ENVOY, VANGUARD &
ARIA models. One for the SOVEREIGN, TRIUMPH & JETSETTER LX models, and one for the PRODIGY &
JETSETTER JJN models. Always follow the wiring diagram for your specific model.
NOTE: Complete Installation and Wiring Instructions for all 230 volt Hot Spring models are included in the Owner’s
Manual and with each sub-panel, which can be obtained from your dealer.
WARNING: Removing or bypassing the GFCI breakers in the subpanel at any time will result in an unsafe spa and
will void the warranty.
WIRE SPECIFICATION NOTE: Long electrical runs may require a larger gauge feed wire than stated. We
recommend that a maximum voltage drop of 3% be used when calculating the larger wire size.
Refer to the Wiring Diagrams to the right for the electrical requirements of the 230 volt models.
When connecting the supply conduit to the bottom of the IQ 2020 box, use the recommended connectors, page is
attached to the control box inside the spa.

                         GRANDEE (GGN), ENVOY (KKN), VANGUARD (VVN) & ARIA (ARN)
                                     230 volt permanently connected models
                                                                                         IMPORTANT!
                                           THE EXACT PHYSICAL LOCATION OF THE TERMINALS ON THE GFCI BREAKER
                                           WILL VARY BETWEEN MANUFACTURERS. CONNECTING THE HOT WIRE TO THE
                                          NEUTRAL TERMINAL WILL CAUSE IRREVERSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE CONTROL BOX.
                                                                                                                                                             H1 1 2 H2 3 4 5 6 7

                                                                                                                                   FACTORY
                                                                                                                                   WIRED
                                                                                                                                   HEATER
               230V, 50 Amp,
                  2-POLE,
             CIRCUIT BREAKER
                (NON GFCI)
                                                                                                                                                                           See owner’s
                                       # 8 AWG WHITE, NEUTRAL
                                                                                                                                                                            manual or
                                      # 10 AWG GREEN, GROUND**
                                                                                                                  L1 # 12 AWG BLUE                                          control box
                                      # 8 AWG BLUE, L1
                                                                                                                  L2 # 12 AWG RED                                           schematic
                                       # 8 AWG RED, L2                                                            L1 # 10 AWG BLUE                                         for electrical
                                                                                                                                                                            connection
                                                                                                                  L2 # 10 AWG RED
                                                                                                                  N # 10 AWG WHITE
            MAIN SERVICE
             ELECTRICAL                                                                                                                                                       details.
               PANEL

                                                                                        GROUND # 10 AWG GREEN
                                                                                                                                                                                      GRD
                                                                                        *SUBPANEL                        Minimum 5 FEET
                                                                                                                         The Subpanel must be
                                                                                        WITH GFCI                        within sight of the spa                         System Ground Terminal
                                                                                                                         Do not exceed 50 FEET.
                                                                                        BREAKERS

      ** Refer to NEC 250-122 (table)
      NOTE: The wire connections to GFCI breakers are for reference only. Always ensure the white neutral wire is connected to the load neutral of the 30 amp breaker.

   *PROVIDED WITH HOT TUB.                                                             IMPORTANT: ALL WIRING SHOULD BE COPPER.

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SOVEREIGN (IIN), TRIUMPH (TRHN) & JETSETTER LX (JTN)
                                                       230 volt permanently converted models
                                                                                   IMPORTANT!
                                      THE EXACT PHYSICAL LOCATION OF THE TERMINALS ON THE GFCI BREAKER
                                      WILL VARY BETWEEN MANUFACTURERS. CONNECTING THE HOT WIRE TO THE
                                     NEUTRAL TERMINAL WILL CAUSE IRREVERSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE CONTROL BOX.

                                                                                                                                                      H1 1 2 H2 3 4 5 6 7
                                                                                                                             FACTORY
                                                                                                                             WIRED
                                                                                                                             HEATER
         230V, 50 Amp,
            2-POLE,                                                                                                                                                 See owner’s
       CIRCUIT BREAKER
          (NON GFCI)                                                                                                                                                 manual or
                                # 8 AWG WHITE, NEUTRAL                                                                                                               control box
                                # 10 AWG GREEN, GROUND**                                                    L1 # 12 AWG BLUE                                         schematic
                                # 8 AWG BLUE, L1
                                                                                                            L2 # 12 AWG RED
                                                                                                            N # 12 AWG WHITE                                        for electrical
                                 # 8 AWG RED, L2
                                                                                                                                                                     connection
                                                                                                             L1 # 10 AWG BLUE

                                                                                                             L2 # 10 AWG RED
                                                                                                                                                                       details.
      MAIN SERVICE
       ELECTRICAL
         PANEL

                                                                                  GROUND # 10 AWG GREEN
                                                                                                                                                                               GRD
                                                                                  *SUBPANEL                        Minimum 5 FEET
                                                                                                                   The Subpanel must be
                                                                                  WITH GFCI                        within sight of the spa                        System Ground Terminal
                                                                                                                   Do not exceed 50 FEET.
                                                                                  BREAKERS

** Refer to NEC 250-122 (table)
NOTE: The wire connections to GFCI breakers are for reference only. Always ensure the white neutral wire is connected to the load neutral of the 20 amp breaker.

*PROVIDED WITH HOT TUB.                                                           IMPORTANT: ALL WIRING SHOULD BE COPPER.

                                                           PRODIGY (HN) & JETSETTER (JJN)
                                                                       230 volt converted model

                                    WARNING! The exact physical location of the terminals on the
                                    GFCI breaker will vary between manufacturers. Connecting the
                                    hot wire to the neutral terminal will cause irreversible damage to
                                    the control box.

                                                                                                                                                           See owner’s
                                                                                                                                                         manual or control
                                                                                                                                                          box schematic
                                                                                                                                                           for electrical
                                                                                                                                                            connection
                                                                                                                                                              details.

 * Refer to NEC 250-122 (table)
 NOTE: The wire connections to GFCI breakers are for reference only. Always ensure the white neutral wire is connected to the
 load neutral of the 20 amp breaker.

              AVAILABLE FROM DEALER.                                             NOTE: ALL WIRING SHOULD BE COPPER.

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WIRE INSTALLATION
           FOR CONTROL BOX TERMINAL BLOCK
         (Layout of Spa’s Terminal Blocks may vary)
                                                        Insert                                Push top of
                                                    screwdriver to                         screwdriver away
                                                     engage cage                               from wire
                                                        clamp                               Terminal Block
                                                                               3

Wire Installation Steps
                                  1/2”                                     4

                                                                        Install
                                                                     Stripped end
                                     Strip wire                      of wire into
                                  insulation back                      Terminal
                                         ½”                              Block

                                                                      After step 6,       Remove
                                                                      pull on wire to     screwdriver
                                            3
    Refer to spa’s wiring         Entire stripped
                                                                      ensure proper
                                                                      installation
                                   end of wire
 diagram on back of Control       must be inside
                                    Terminal
                                                                                             6
 Box Cover for proper wiring          Block

                                            5
  and jumper configuration!

                ELECTRICAL ACCESS INTO SPA

          Front of spa
          (Dock side)

                     3/4" threaded Electrical
                     access (right or left side
                     of spa).                                                      Recommended: Attach
                                                                                   3/4" (1.9 cm) Pull elbow to
                                                                                   Electrical access on left or
                                                                                   right side of spa

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SERVICES AVAILABLE FROM YOUR
HOT SPRING SPA DEALER
Service                                                                                      Cost
Pre-Delivery site inspection                                                             ______________
Deliver spa to installation site                                                         ______________
Unwrap spa and haul away packaging material                                              ______________
Set up & level spa                                                                       ______________
Install FreshWater ® Salt System                                                         ______________
Fill the spa with water                                                                  ______________
Explain and test the spa’s operation
    • Jet system		                  • Moto-Massage® DX jet		             • Comfort Control® system
    • Set temperature control       • Control panel functions
Explain the safety features
  • GFCI			                      • Heater high limit		        • Heater thermal cut-off
General spa operation & maintenance orientation                                          ______________
Water quality and maintenance orientation                                                ______________
Adjust the water’s Total Alkalinity, and pH                                              ______________
Sanitize the water                                                                       ______________
Inspect the spa cover, place on spa                                                      ______________
Review winterizing instructions                                                          ______________
Review Owner’s Manual & Warranty Card                                                    ______________
Follow-up call                                                                           ______________
In-store spa water analysis                                                              ______________
TOTAL COST                                                                               ______________

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ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS AVAILABLE FROM YOUR
HOT SPRING SPA DEALER
  •   FRESHWATER ® Salt System
  •   FRESHWATER ® III high output ozone, MPS, and FRESHWATER ® Ag+ Silver Ion Cartridge (sold separately)
  •   Clean Screen® Pre-filter
  •   Vanishing Act ® Calcium Remover
  •   FRESHWATER ® Spa Salt
  •   FRESHWATER ® Salt Test Strips
  •   FRESHWATER ® Salt System Replacement Cartridges
  •   FRESHWATER ® 5-way Test Strips
  •   FRESHWATER ® Bottled Water Care Products
  •   FRESHWATER ® Instant Filter Cleaner and Filter Cleaner
  •   FRESHWATER ® Spa Shine
  •   FRESHWATER ® CoverShield
  •   Retractable cover systems including the CoverCradle®, CoverCradle II, UpRite and Lift’n Glide® systems.
                 •   Cover Cradle - 24” (61 cm) Clearance required
                                                                              NOTE: Actual clearance may
                 •   Cover Cradle II - 24” (61 cm) Clearance required         vary depending on spa model
                 •   UpRite - 7” (18 cm) Clearance required                   and installation location. Check
                                                                              with dealer for further details.
                 •   Lift ’n Glide - 14” (36 cm) Clearance required
  •   Vinyl covers
  •   Spa steps
  •   Replacement filter cartridges
  •   Pillows

CONTRACTOR SUGGESTIONS
Electrician
 Name:          _______________________________________________________________________________
 Telephone:     _______________________________________________________________________________
 Name:          _______________________________________________________________________________
 Telephone:     _______________________________________________________________________________
 Masonry
 Name:          _______________________________________________________________________________
 Telephone:     _______________________________________________________________________________
 Name:          _______________________________________________________________________________
 Telephone:     _______________________________________________________________________________

 General
 Name:          _______________________________________________________________________________
 Telephone:     _______________________________________________________________________________
 Name:          _______________________________________________________________________________
 Telephone:     _______________________________________________________________________________

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GRANDEE              7' 7"                                                                 115      230 volt,
(Model GGN)            x                                      450       940    5,920     lbs/ ft²   50 amp
Seats 7 Adults       8' 4"      38"                          gallons    lbs     lbs                 single phase
                                         325 ft²    4,000                                 565       GFCI
                    2.31 m     97 cm                          1,700     425    2,685     kg/m²      protected
                       x                                      liters     kg      kg                 circuit
                    2.54 m
ENVOY                7' 9"                                                                 110      230 volt,
(Model KKN)            x                                      390       830    4,960     lbs/ ft²   50 amp
Seats 5 Adults       7' 7"      38"                          gallons    lbs     lbs                 single phase
                                         325 ft²
                                                    4,000                                 535       GFCI
                    2.36 m     97 cm                          1,475     375    2,250     kg/m²      protected
                       x                                      liters     kg      kg                 circuit
                    2.31 m
VANGUARD             7' 3"                                                                 115      230 volt,
(Model VVN)            x                                      335       695    4,540     lbs/ ft²   50 amp
Seats 6 Adults       7' 3"      36"                          gallons    lbs     lbs                 single phase
                                         325 ft²    4,000                                 565       GFCI
                    2.20 m     91 cm                          1,275     315    2,070     kg/m²      protected
                       x                                      liters     kg      kg                 circuit
                    2.20 m
ARIA                 7' 3"                                                                 110      230 volt,
(Model ARN)            x                                      325       695    4,280     lbs/ ft²   50 amp
Seats 5 Adults       7' 3"      36"                          gallons    lbs.    lbs.                single phase
                                         325 ft²    4,000                                 535       GFCI
                    2.20 m     91 cm                          1,225     315    1,940     kg/m²      protected
                       x                                      liters     kg      kg                 circuit
                    2.20 m
SOVEREIGN            7'9"                                                                  110      230 volt,
(Model IIN)            x                                      315       610    4,290     lbs/ ft²   50 amp
Seats 6 Adults       6'8"       33"                          gallons    lbs.    lbs.                single phase
                                         195 ft²    6,000                                 535       GFCI
                    2.36 m     84 cm                          1,200     275    1,945     kg/m²      protected
                       x                                      liters     kg      kg                 circuit
                    2.03 m

CAUTION: WATKINS WELLNESS suggests a structural engineer or contractor be consulted before
the spa is placed on an elevated deck.
 * NOTE: The “Filled weight” and “Dead weight” of the spa includes the weight of the occupants
    (assuming an average occupant weight of 175 lbs [80 kg]).
 **Effective filter area is based on 6.5 square feet actual area per filter with 10 times effectivity rating.

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 TRIUMPH              7' 9"                                                               110      230 volt,
 (Model TRHN)           x                                     340       525    4,060      lbs/     50 amp single
 Seats 4 Adults       6' 2"      33"                         gallons    lbs     lbs        ft²     phase GFCI
                                          195 ft²    6,000                                         protected
                    2.36 m     84 cm                          1,275     240    1,840      535      circuit
                       x                                      liters     kg      kg      kg/m²
                    1.88 m
 PRODIGY              7' 0"                                                               110      115 volt, 20
 (Model HN)             x                                     290       540    3,835      lbs/     amp or 230
 Seats 5 Adults       6' 6"      33"                 1,500   gallons    lbs     lbs        ft²     volt, 50 amp
                                          195 ft²      or                                          single phase
                    2.13 m     84 cm                 6,000    1,100     245    1,740      535      GFCI
                       x                                      liters     kg      kg      kg/m²     protected
                    1.98 m                                                                         circuit
 JETSETTER            5'5"                                                                95       230 volt,
 LX                     x                                     210       480    2,755    lbs/ ft²   50 amp single
 (Model JTN)          7'0"       33"                         gallons    lbs.    lbs.               phase GFCI
 Seats 3 Adults                           195 ft²    6,000                                460      protected
                    1.65 m     84 cm                           800      220    1,260     kg/m²     circuit
                       x                                      liters     kg      kg
                    2.26 m
 JETSETTER            5'5"                                                                90       115 volt, 20
 (Model JJN)            x                                     200       455    2,650    lbs/ ft²   amp or 230
 Seats 3 Adults       7'0"       29"                 1,500   gallons    lbs.    lbs.               volt, 50 amp
                                          195 ft²      or                                 440      single phase
                    1.65 m     74 cm                 6,000     750      205    1,200     kg/m²     GFCI
                       x                                      liters     kg      kg                protected
                    2.26 m                                                                         circuit

CAUTION: WATKINS WELLNESS suggests a structural engineer or contractor be consulted before
the spa is placed on an elevated deck.
 * NOTE: The “Filled weight” and “Dead weight” of the spa includes the weight of the occupants
    (assuming an average occupant weight of 175 lbs [80 kg]).
 **Effective filter area is based on 6.5 square feet actual area per filter with 10 times effectivity rating.

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                                                   Vista, California 92081
                                              (800) 999-4688 extension 8432

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