Hello,

I am in the process of purchasing an outdoor jacuzzi spa. I have picked the spot I would like to place it and have the general knowledge what to do, but I want to make sure that it is safe and up to code.

Are there any type of special procedures I need to do to route my wiring for the 220 volt through the attic of my home and down the exterior of the wall I would like it placed? Any type of special spacing or shielding I should be aware of?

Also, I used to own a jacuzzi in another town here in California several years ago, which I had a professional do the wiring. He did not have any type of separate emergency shut off or GFCI panel near the jacuzzi. The wires went directly from the homes load center, through the attic and to the jacuzzi. But everything that I have read recently has made it seem like a GFCI panel is required at least 5 feet from the jacuzzi, and no more that 10 feet. Is this accurate, or will a standard circuit breaker in my load center of the home be sufficient?

Thank you very much for your time and help.

Jason

You said in your title 240 volts but later said 220, its most likely 240 and there should be a switch so don't call that guy again. Call your local building inspector and ask for his spacing requirements for the GFCI. There are several version out there made specifically for your situation. GE 50 Amp Spa Panel with GFI - UG412RMW250P at The Home Depot

240 / 220, doesn't matter. Both are the same, and the numbers are used interchangeably.

The "disconnect" IS required! It may have not been back them, or may have been overlooked. It is a major safely concern and should NOT be overlooked this time around. It is simply a "disconnect", and can be a circuit breaker, a GFCI breaker, or a simple "pull-out" disconnect. Anything that completely separates the power from the spa, more than 5' away and in visual sight from the spa.

"240 / 220, doesn't matter. Both are the same" this is not accurate. While many fixtures will operate on either it doesn't mean they are the same. Sometimes folk say 220 and it helps us figure what counrty they are in. North America switched from 110 and 220 to 120 and 240 many years ago, there is a difference.