Whirlpool Tub Installation

[UdaMan]

This is my first whirlpool tub installation and I am puzzled by the fact that the pump is simply plugged in to a GFCI outlet that will be hidden from sight. Is this correct? I am guessing that there needs to be access to the outlet.

[Brandon LecroneParticipant]

I dont know about just plugging into an outlet, ours are usually hard-wired to a box that is wired to a GFI and a wall timer and located just inside the access we leave for the pump motor…..Lou

[Brandon LecroneParticipant]

That is correct, but you also have to have access to the pump itself for service purposes. I try to put the GFCI outside, an not accessible from, the tub, and then a slave outlet at the pump. This allows resetting and testing without going outside or opening a door.: This is my first whirlpool tub installation and I am puzzled by the fact that the pump is simply plugged in to a GFCI outlet that will be hidden from sight. Is this correct? I am guessing that there needs to be access to the outlet.

[Brandon LecroneParticipant]

: I dont know about just plugging into an outlet, ours are usually hard-wired to a box that is wired to a GFI and a wall timer and located just inside the access we leave for the pump motor…..LouThe tub I have is the American Standard Renaissance model and it comes with a on/off button already built in, so I dont think that I can wire in a timer without voiding the pump warranty.

[Brandon LecroneParticipant]

If you have the air switch for on-off control you wouldnt need the timer. I myself prefer the air switch to the timer as you dont have to leave the tub to turn it on and off…..Lou

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