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Your Softub probably needs to have the high limit sensor recalibrated. A softub dealer can do this for you at a very reasonable cost. Thank you for your help. I will call the local softub dealer you are most welcome!

QUOTE (Jason B @ Dec 24 2009, 02:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I have a 1st floor master bedroom, which has doors that go out to a screened-in porch. The existing deck is about 34 inches off the ground, and I want to put a hot tub into the deck, flush. I don't want it sticking out half-way, I want it recessed fully. Is this is big project since I already have an existing deck there? The tub I'm looking at has a solid base at the bottom which doesn't need a pad poured, as it has a built in pad... You can see the screened-in porch here, on the right (no glass, so getting the tub into it won't be that bad): Hello Jason This is a bit of a project but is not really that difficult to accomplish. We do often for our customers. The easiest way to do it is as mentioned before, install the tub with one side right up to the edge of the deck so you can slide it in and out as opposed to dropping it into the hole cut. If you are going to install it as shown in the pictures I strongly recommend installing lift out pannels on all sides of the tub to allow service access if needed. It also will give you the space to move the tub out of the deck it you ever have to do so. I also HIGHLY recommend placing the tub on at least patio stones if not a poured concrete pad. Even if the tub says it can go straight on the ground, with water comming down around the tub the ground gets wet and soft causing the tub to list over time to one side or the other. The patio slabs or concrete remove this possibility. Please see below for a step by step method to drop this tub in. Of course, ensure you meet all local building codes before starting the project. 1- determine the location of the tub on the deck. include 2 feet of space on each side to allow for the lift out panels to access the tub. Cut the deck and reinforce the remaining structure so it is sound installing beams, support posts, etc as required. 2 - place the patio slabs or pour the concret pad for the tub. 3 - you are ready for the tub now. bring it onto the deck and place it on cargo straps that are long enough to allow you something to hold onto on each side while lowering the tub into place. Slide the tub over the opening on 2x6 lumber so it is above the hole. STRONG friends are now reqwired to help lower the tub into place. with LOTS of manpower holding the straps, slide out the 2x6 lumber and gently lower the tub into place. LEAVE THE STRAPS IN PLACE UNDER THE TUB. They will be necessary if you are ever having to lift the tub out. It is much easier to not have to try and find a way to slide them into place at that time. 4 - have your electrician now wire the tub up. 5- build lift out panels for the sides of the tub to complete the deck up to the sides of the tub. 6- invite the neighbours over to enjoy your tub and congratulate you on the great installation.

Your Softub probably needs to have the high limit sensor recalibrated. A softub dealer can do this for you at a very reasonable cost.