Electrical Requirements for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas 2024

Electrical requirements for spas are crucial for several reasons. Firstly, spas typically require a dedicated electrical circuit to handle their power needs safely. Failing to meet these requirements can lead to electrical hazards and potential damage to the spa.

In this article:

• What’s the power requirement for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas?
• Is an emergency stop switch required for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas?
• What size of conduit is required for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas?
• Where to locate the electrical conduit pipe for Jacuzzi^® Spas?
• What is Equipotential Bonding and why it is important?

Please note: This article includes electrical advice and information. A licensed electrician must carry out all electrical work. Any electrical information included here, whether it is troubleshooting or other instructions, are provided for use by a licensed electrician only. Local electrical codes supersede any information found here.

Important safety reminders:

• For the safety of you and any of our staff who might service your spa, all electrical work must be carried out by a licensed electrician only.
• Refer to your spa model tech pack for electrical information. Please provide the tech pack to your electrician.
• Please note that Spa World™ does not offer an electrical service. As the spa owner, you are responsible for organising an electrician and any associated costs.
• An extension cord must not be used to power your spa and we will not install your spa if the compliant electrical service has not been installed. This might require a second visit from our technician which will result in an added cost to you.

What’s the power requirement for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas?

The power requirement for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas varies depending on how many breaker connections it has.

Please see the table below for detailed information on this.

Single breaker configuration is the factory default.

• In this configuration, the heater will not operate while any jets pump is running. The service 1 breaker will include connection for all components.
• In this configuration, the heater will operate while one or two jets pumps are running. The service 1 breaker will include connection for all components.

• In this configuration, the heater will operate while two jets pumps are running. The service 1 breaker will include connections for the heater and transformer. The service 2 breaker is for all other components.
• In this configuration, the heater will operate while all jets pumps are running. The service 1 breaker will include connections for the heater and transformer. Service 2 breaker is for pump 1 and other components. Service 3 breaker is for pump 2.

To view the complete electrical requirements of your spa, you may download the manual below.

Is an emergency stop switch required for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas?

An emergency stop switch is a crucial safety feature that allows users to quickly stop the spa's operation in case of any emergencies or malfunctions that may require an immediate shutdown of the spa.

Australian Standard AS 2610:2007 requires an emergency stop switch controlling all spa pool pumps, blowers and heaters shall be provided within 3.0 m of the spa pool and shall be visible at all times. The spa owner is responsible for engaging with a licensed electrician to undertake this work.

What size of conduit is required for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas?

The J-495™, J-485™, J-475™, and J-445™ models require a 1-inch conduit size.

Where to locate the electrical conduit pipe for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas?

If you are planning on running the power to your spa up through a concrete pad or deck you will need to know where to locate the conduit.

This location is different in each spa model and is noted in the spa tech pack, which you can download from the specifications section of the product page for your spa model on the Spa World™ website.

The measurements provided are referenced from the exterior of the spa cabinet.

You will simply need to layout where the spa is going to be located on the ground, using the dimensions provided for your particular spa, and measure in from the edge as illustrated in the tech pack and below here.

Important:

• Not All Jacuzzi^® Spas have a recommended safe conduit entry point through the base of the spa. Some recommend entry through the cabinet at the side.
• The entry hole will need to be drilled on site once your spa is delivered. We recommend drilling a hole with a 100mm hole saw to accommodate conduit entry. If you need to accommodate heat pump plumbing entry the size of the entry hole will need to be assessed on site.
• It is important that the hole is drilled from inside the cabinet down through the base. If you were to drill from the outside there is a real chance you would damage some pipework or equipment internally. Such damage is not covered under our warranty.

Electrical conduit location guide for Jacuzzi^® J-400™ Collection Spas

Click the button below to download the specifications sheet.

What is Equipotential Bonding and why it is important?

If you are planning on placing any metallic object, such as steps, grab rail, umbrella or pergola within arm’s reach of your spa or swim spa then you may need to have the object bonded by a licensed electrician.

Read the full details by clicking this button.

Need more help?

We hope this information has been helpful. If you have any questions or concerns about your spa or swim spa installation, please contact your Spa World™ concierge.