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WARNING: Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a

physician before using a spa.

WARNING: Water temperature in excess of 38°C (104°F) may be

injurious to your health.

WARNING:

Before entering the spa, measure the water temperature

with an accurate thermometer.

WARNING:

Do not use a spa immediately following strenuous exercise.

WARNING: Prolonged immersion in a spa may be injurious to your

health.

WARNING:

Do not permit electric appliances (such as light, telephone,

radio, television, etc.) within 5 feet (1.5m) of this spa unless factory

installed.

CAUTION: Maintain water chemistry in accordance with manufacturer’s

instructions.

WARNING:

The use of alcohol or drugs can greatly increase the risk of

fatal hyperthermia in spas.

3.2 HYPERTHERMIA

Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia. A description

of the causes, symptoms, and effects of hyperthermia are as follows:

Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches

a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6°F

(37°C). The symptoms of hyperthermia include drowsiness, lethargy, and

an increase in the internal temperature of the body. The effects of hyper-

thermia include:

A Unawareness of impending hazard;

B. Failure to perceive heat;

C. Failure to recognize the need to exit spa;

D. Physical inability to exit spa;

E. Fetal damage in pregnant women; and

F. Unconsciousness and danger of drowning.

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Sundance Spas 680 User Manual Page 9