Demonstration Water Tank Safety Considerations

[Mystic Pools]

I teach classes in my industry on pool and spa plumbing, methods, equipment layout, etc...

I will be teaching again this January at the AC Pool and Spa Show.

I'm planning on having an acrylic tank fabricated 4x4x4 and plumb it out with spa jets and clear PVC piping for view of water flow and air induction.

I plan on using a VS pump that is available in 115V or 230V to circulate the water.

I'm not sure what voltage will be available to power this up. I'm guessing 115V.

The tank will be supported on a metal frame.

My concern is electrical safety for all.

What steps should I take to be sure there are no hazards?

I most definitely want to be sure the pump is GFCI protected?

Anything else?

 

[hbiss]

Since nobody is going in the tank (I assume) I wouldn't worry too much. Not much different than a fish tank.

-Hal

 

[Mystic Pools]

Thanks Hal. Actually, waiting on an aquarium builder for the quote. Yup, big fish tank and no swimming

 

[Barbqranch]

Put some goldfish in it!

 

[Mystic Pools]

Put some goldfish in it!

Maybe a few bags of ice and some beer after the class

 

[SceneryDriver]

If you're worried, bond the water using one of those water bonding pool fittings.

Perma-Cast Pool Water Bonding Kit

Buy a Above Ground Perma-Cast Pool Water Bonding Kit. A properly bonded pool means a safe swimming environment for your family and friends.

www.thepoolfactory.com

I wouldn't be too concerned.


SceneryDriver

 

[Mystic Pools]

I actually have been using Permacast PB-2008 for years now on my builds and renos.

I think I'll be OK with a GFCI power supply.
As Hal said, basically treat it like a fish tank.