Hot Tub Pre-Installation

Can I build my hot tub into a deck?

Yes, however it is important to consider a plan so that the management system can be easily accessed for service. Beachcomber will not pay to have your hot tub removed from a next should serviced access be required.

Where do I get the Hot Tub installation Checklist to register?

You have 30 days after delivery to register your tub. The Installation Checklist is with the owner's manual - this will be in the packaging with the hot tub. You actually don't need a sales invoice to go along with the registration. You can fill in the...

I did not receive the Installation Checklist & Owners Manual

Look inside your hot tub door - the hard copy Owners Manual and Installation Checklist are in the door. You can also access the Owners Manual via www.costco.ca - look for the tub you ordered, scroll down and VIEW MORE. Also via www.beachcomberhottubs...

I have a poured concrete slab. How soon can I put my hot tub on it?

It takes 7 days to get 60-75% of the concretes strength - which is the soonest it can bear any loads. Concrete slabs for hot tubs need to be a minimum of 4" thick - but you should check your municipal guidelines for this as well as the guidelines surrounding...

What is the best set up for a GFCI?

The best set up is a standard breaker in the main panel and a GFCI in an outside sub panel.

What type of base should my new tub sit on?

A level concrete slab is best, but you can use interlocking pavers or 12" x 12" concrete slabs on a screeted sand base. The Hybrid edition equipment area should be the same level as the hot tub.

Do I need to have the electrical work done before I install a concrete pad base for the hot tub?

Your electrician/ contractor should know these details. The electrical conduit entrance points on your Beachcomber hot tub are on the toe kick, left side and right side so your electrical entry point can be on either side - whichever one of those conduit...

What type of base should my new tub sit on?

A level concrete slab is best but a surface you can use interlocking pavers or 12 x12 concrete slabs on a screeted sand base. The Hybrid edition equipment area should be the same level as the hot tub.