Duck Man Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 My main breaker is only about 12 feet from where my hot tub is going to be. Do I still need to install a GFCI in between the breaker and the tub? It seems kind of sensless. Also do I need to ground any metal support that I may put in my cement slab such as rebar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciderjack Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 Do I still need to install a GFCI in between the breaker and the tub? It seems kind of sensless. As long as you are in North America, you need a GFCI. I am curious as to why you think it is sensless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfish Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 My main breaker is only about 12 feet from where my hot tub is going to be. Do I still need to install a GFCI in between the breaker and the tub? It seems kind of sensless. Also do I need to ground any metal support that I may put in my cement slab such as rebar? The GFCI should go in your main breaker box unless your spa comes with it's own disconnect with GFCI breakers in it. If it is within 50' and within sight of the breaker box you would not need a second means of disconnect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim_The_Jim Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 My main breaker is only about 12 feet from where my hot tub is going to be. Do I still need to install a GFCI in between the breaker and the tub? It seems kind of sensless. Also do I need to ground any metal support that I may put in my cement slab such as rebar? You need a GFCI, but as far as the position and if they accept the GFCI in the house panel is up to the local building officials. The GFCI is to protect you from electricity in the spa water. I know of a fellow who had his spa in his garage, with no GFCI and a hodge podge spa. He told me that ever time he stepped out of the spa he felt this tingling sensation in his testicles. I asked him if he was suicidal. I got him to purchase a UL listed heater and put in a GFCI. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneStar Posted August 16, 2006 Report Share Posted August 16, 2006 Yes you still need a GFCI ant time you are dealing with water and electrice you need one. yes you also need rebar or wire mesh, this keeps your slab from cracking with all the weight. My main breaker is only about 12 feet from where my hot tub is going to be. Do I still need to install a GFCI in between the breaker and the tub? It seems kind of sensless. Also do I need to ground any metal support that I may put in my cement slab such as rebar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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