does this unit require a concrete pad, or would a gravel base suffice?
1628036
The generator is typically placed on pea gravel or crushed stone. Check local codes if a concrete slab is required. If a concrete base slab is required, all federal, state and local codes should be followed. Special attention should be given to the concrete base slab which should exceed the length and width of the generator by a minimum of six (6) inches (0.152 meters) on all sides.
1628037
Gravel is just fine, but you will have to make sure that you have adequet drainage to diver water from standing around the unit.
1412902
You would want some kind of foam or inflate able mattress under it. Concrete floors are what they are... I love this product and used it many times last summer while camping.
1781409
The base is attached to the underside joint where the final/open piece of the slide is bolted to the tube ... Probably 4 feet out from a plumbline dropped from the mounting square area above. No concrete footer is needed. I made the base out of treated lumber (I used 2 x 6's rather than 2 x 4's) and formed dirt around it to support. Very solid without concrete.
2064716
I am sure you could make a base (floor) to set it on and build on top of that. We used a gravel pad to build it on. A screen porch would be a nice addition using another set of framing brackets could make it easier. Good luck.
1147011
We live in California and put our tub on a concrete patio. We bought a sheet of hard foam that was about an inch thick and then put the pad that came with the tub on top of that. It pads it nicely and insulates a bit. Very comfy, just expensive to keep it heated to 100 degrees.
564198
You only need the ground sleeve if you're intent is for the pole to be removable. The item comes with everything ready to install minus the concrete that you can buy at a hardware store. I didn't get the sleeve for my install since i wanted a permanent pole in the ground.
1781407
No footing is needed. There is a metal bracket that attaches to a wood block (wood block not included) that simply rests on the ground for support.
439842
I used sand and water. I would think pea gravel would work. After all you just need it for weight.
894296
I placed it on a concrete slab. You can use large flat patio paver too. Easy to wash down with a hose. Good luck
362017
Not padded, but there is a half inch plastic ring around the entire base. Should do in most instances, but if you're concerned you could always add felt pads.
738009
It doesn't, but you can put 4 anchor bolts thru the base into a concrete pad if you install one.
1249785
I used a 6" x 18" round concrete pad. Drilled holes in line with the base holes and used concrete anchors to screw the base to the pad. It has never moved in over a year. Put a rock garden around the pad and you never see it.
1193494
No. We put gravel in the bottom and landscaping bricks around the outside. Works great!!
1561589
I see no problem with it on cement as long as there are no sharp objects to puncture the liner. The pad will probably compress to almost nothing from the weight of the water. I would not set it upon paver stones because of the sharp edges associated with them .
1210908
A plywood floor is needed! Also, it needs to have some sorce of drainage underneath or the plywood will rot.
1421527
I'm not understanding exactly what your question is but to clarify, I did not want mine just sitting on top the ground without being installed. Had a neighbor help me and we went ahead and permanently installed in concrete. VERY HAPPY with this product and have received many compliments from neighbors. any other questions please ask. And YOUR WELCOME! :)
226030
If you go to their website, you can download a pdf of the instructions. The instructions contain the exact dimensions you need for whichever type of base you are building. I built a concrete pad as per their dimensions and mine turned out great. Good luck.