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    jttj98036 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 20, 2009, 07:07 PM
    How do I hook up a hot tub to an electrical panel
    How do I wire it up, what amp breaker do I need,
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    KISS Posts: 12,510, Reputation: 839
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    Mar 20, 2009, 08:58 PM

    It depends on the hot tub. It could be a simple GFCI breaker or a breaker to a "spa panel" which has the required GFCI in it.

    Your spa could be 120, or 240 or 120/240(i.e. needs a neutral)

    Sorry, not enough information to help.
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    Mar 21, 2009, 08:44 AM

    The wiring needs to be large enough to provide proper amperage to the spa (there should be a rating listed on the spa itself). A breaker in the main panel need to be the proper size to protect the wiring. From the panel the correct wiring needs to be run, in conduit, to a disconnect that's at least 5' from the spa, and within sight of the spa.

    Simple answer... call an electrician experience in spas :-)
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    Mar 23, 2009, 07:41 AM

    I agree with the previous posts. We need more info about the spas requirements and frequently homeowners end up needeing to install a sub panel. The last one I did needed a 50 amp GFCI in a ew sub. The breaker alone was $150 just for the part.
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