UL 1563 PDF

1 Scope

1.1 These requirements apply to self-contained spas. They also apply to field-installed equipment assemblies, blowers, and controls for use with field-installed hot tubs, swimming pools, non-self-contained spas, and exercise spas. These products are for household or commercial use, indoors, outdoors, or both. All equipment is intended for installation and use in accordance with Article 680 of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70.

1.2 These requirements do not apply to products covered by the following UL Standards:

1. a) Underwater Luminaires and Submersible Junction Boxes, UL 676;

2. b) Swimming Pool Pumps, Filters, and Chlorinators, UL 1081;

3. c) Electric Water Heaters for Pools and Tubs, UL 1261;

4. d) Personal Hygiene and Health Care Appliances, UL 1431 (professional hydrotherapy equipment – whirlpool bathtubs); and

5. e) Hydromassage Bathtubs, UL 1795.

Summary of Topics

This new Seventh edition of ANSI/UL 1563 dated January 13, 2025 incorporates editorial changes including renumbering and reformatting to align with current style, as well as the following changes in requirements:

– Proposed Requirements to Align with ANSI/APSP/ICC-6 2013 (R2023); 1.1, 4.42 – 4.44, 7.3, 8.5, 40.10, 41, 76.16 – 76.18, 77.3.1

– Proposed Requirements for Cold Tubs and Ice Baths; 4.41, 4.7, 4.27, 4.28, 8.6, Section 39, 40.11, 53.11, 53.12, 54.1(d), Figure 74.1, Figure 75.1, 76.9, 76.11, Figure 76.1, 77.3.1(g)

– Removal of the Reference to UL 6059, Outline for Particular Requirements for Switches for Tools; 33.4

– Revisions for Button/Coin Cell Batteries Based on Latest Version of UL 4200A; 40.9

– Updates to Section 4, and Revisions of Some Referenced Publications; 3.2, 4.15, 14.4, 16.1.6, 30.1.5, 37.5.2, 38.3, 40.4.1, 40.7.2, Annex B note