Hi everyone, I am thinking about getting a hot tub and place it in my backyard. It would be right next to the A/C unit. Does anyone know if I could share the 220V setup currently in place for the A/C? The breaker is 40AMP. I would not use both units at the same time. My panel is full so I would either need a sub-panel or a new larger one all together. Last time I checked with an electrician they wanted close to $2000.
I was also thinking I could make it a single 220V outlet and just plug in the tub in the winter and the A/C in the summer.
Should I consider getting a 110V instead? I am in Anne Arundel County, Maryland and do not plan to use it for longer than an hour at a time so heat loss may not be an issue?
Also, I can't find information on how far the tub needs to be from the A/C unit in order to pass inspection. Does anyone know?
Appreciate any advice you can give me.
Nelson