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Arctic Spa Summit XL Specs, Dimensions and Manual

The Arctic Spa Summit XL is a Custom Series hot tub that measures 117 × 93 × 39 in (297 × 235 × 98 cm), holds 527 US gal (1,995 L), has 9 molded seats, and is listed for up to 9 people.

Arctic Spa Summit XL dimensions and capacity

Series Custom Series
Model status Current model
Dimensions 117 × 93 × 39 in (297 × 235 × 98 cm)
Water capacity 527 US gal (1,995 L)
Empty weight 1,057 lb (479 kg)
Filled weight 5,455 lb (2,474 kg)
Seats 9
Maximum capacity 9
Loungers 0
Jet options 60, 40, or 20
Pump options up to 4

The filled weight does not include people, steps, accessories, or snow. Have a qualified professional check any deck or raised platform before placing a filled spa on it.

A note about the published numbers: Arctic Spas currently shows two water-capacity figures for the Summit XL. The May 2026 brochure lists 527 gallons, while another technical page has shown 537 gallons. I used the newer brochure figure here. Check your year-specific document before measuring chemicals by volume.

Which Summit XL specs does this guide cover?

The specs on this page are for the Summit XL shown in Arctic Spas’ May 2026 brochure. Options and equipment can still vary by package and market. Check the serial plate and the manual that came with your spa before ordering a cover, pump, heater, or other year-specific part.

Summit XL seating and layout

The Summit XL has 9 molded seats and room for up to 9 people. It does not have a full-length lounger. This is Arctic Spas’ largest current hot tub, built around nine upright seating positions and a long 10-by-8-foot footprint for larger groups.

If you are comparing models, pay attention to the footwell and lounger setup as much as the advertised capacity. A tub may technically hold the listed number of people but still feel tight once everyone is in it.

Jets and pump packages

Depending on the package and model year, the Summit XL was offered with 60, 40, or 20 jets and up to 4 pumps. Check the equipment label inside your cabinet before ordering a pump, heater, control panel, or electrical part.

Why the package matters: Prestige uses one pump; Signature two; Legend and Legend Select three. Optional SDS can add a pump. The four-pump build, not the jet count by itself, triggers the 60A breaker requirement.

Electrical requirements for the Summit XL

240V wiring method 240V fixed wiring from the GFCI spa panel: Line 1, Line 2, neutral, and equipment ground
Published feeder-wire guidance 6-gauge wire is listed in the 2026 Arctic Spas table; the manual does not specify one universal insulation type, conductor material, or raceway
GFCI breaker 1 pump: 40A GFCI; 2 or 3 pumps: 50A GFCI; 4 pumps: 60A GFCI
Published equipment input 1 pump: 32A actual; 2 or 3 pumps: 40A actual; 4 pumps: 48A actual
Heater 5,500W on 240V; certified 115V variant uses 1,000W
Plug N Play Not shown as a current Plug N Play upgrade in the May 2026 brochure
Plug-in electrical details The 2026 manual contains a generic one-pump 115V line at 12A actual, 15A breaker, and 14-gauge wire, but the current brochure does not market Plug N Play for this model. Confirm factory availability before treating it as plug-in.
Spa disconnect At least 5 ft (1.5 m) from the water, readily accessible, and within sight; within sight is generally no more than 50 ft under NEC terminology
Bonding conductor At least No. 8 AWG solid copper to the local bonding grid in the United States, as required by the Arctic Spas manual and local code

Breaker box and disconnect location: Arctic Spas says the GFCI disconnect must be readily accessible and visible to the hot tub occupant, but at least 5 ft (1.5 m) from the water. Under common NEC terminology, within sight generally means visible and within 50 ft, but the adopted code edition, amendments, product listing, and local inspector control the exact placement. The enclosure installed near the spa is commonly called the spa disconnect, GFCI spa panel, or spa subpanel.

Wiring and bonding: Arctic Spas requires a licensed electrician and local inspection. The certification label beside the controller determines the final voltage, actual load, breaker, and approved configuration. Where Arctic publishes a feeder gauge, it is shown in the model table; conductor insulation, terminal material rating, raceway, run-length adjustments, and local requirements still belong to the electrician. The manual calls for the spa bonding lug to connect to the local bonding grid with at least No. 8 AWG solid copper in the United States or No. 6 AWG stranded copper in Canada. Nearby metal equipment, enclosures, water pipe, conduit, and metal surfaces within 5 ft may also require bonding.

Plug-in configurations: The 2026 manual contains a generic one-pump 115V line at 12A actual, 15A breaker, and 14-gauge wire, but the current brochure does not market Plug N Play for this model. Confirm factory availability before treating it as plug-in. The manufacturer’s 5 ft appliance warning is not a complete receptacle-placement rule. Receptacle spacing, GFCI protection, cord length, and Plug N Play placement depend on the product listing and the NEC/CEC edition adopted locally.

Other electrical safety: The North American supply must include a suitable GFCI breaker that opens all ungrounded conductors. The load neutral must connect directly to the GFCI as shown in Arctic Spas’ licensed-electrician diagram. Never bypass the GFCI. The manual says no electrical appliance such as a light, phone, radio, or television may be within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the hot tub. Accessible controls or devices must meet the manual’s low-voltage and local-code requirements.

Do not size the circuit from jet count alone. Pump count, heater size, optional SDS equipment, controller programming, and model year can change the required service. The certification label beside the spa controller is the final authority. Arctic Spas requires this work to be completed by a licensed electrician and approved under local code.

Will the Spa Filter Adapter fit the Summit XL?

Our Spa Filter Adapter Kit v3 may fit a Summit XL, but only when the tub is a 2020 or newer Custom Series with the matching Pro Filter and skimmer setup. The model name alone is not enough because Arctic Spas has reused several model names over the years. Before ordering, compare your filter area with the photos and checklist in our compatibility guide.

For any replacement filter, compare the cartridge height and diameter, the top and bottom openings, the thread style, and the space inside the filter housing. Those details matter more than the name printed on the side of the tub.

Summit XL manuals and drawings

These links point to Arctic Spas’ official model pages, manuals, brochures, and technical drawings:

The files stay on Arctic Spas’ website, so you will always be viewing the manufacturer’s copy rather than a PDF we downloaded and reposted.

Compare the Summit XL with other Arctic Spa models

See every current and older Arctic Spa model in the main hot tub guide.

More help for Arctic Spa owners

Arctic Spa Summit XL FAQs

Is the Summit XL a current Arctic Spa model?

Yes. The Summit XL is included in Arctic Spas' May 2026 hot tub brochure.

What are the Summit XL dimensions?

The Summit XL measures 117 × 93 × 39 in (297 × 235 × 98 cm). Before ordering a cover or building around the spa, measure your actual cabinet and check the model year on the serial plate.

How much water does the Summit XL hold?

Arctic Spas lists the Summit XL at 527 US gal (1,995 L). Older versions may hold a different amount, so use the manual for your year when adding water-care chemicals.

How much does the Summit XL weigh?

The listed dry weight is 1,057 lb (479 kg), and the listed filled weight is 5,455 lb (2,474 kg). People, steps, accessories, and snow add more load, so have a qualified professional check any deck or raised platform.

How many people fit in the Summit XL?

The Summit XL is listed for up to 9 people, with 9 molded seats. It does not have a full-length lounger.

Where can I find the Summit XL manual or PDF?

Use the Arctic Spas links in the Manuals and drawings section above. Choose the document that matches your model year; a current brochure will not cover every part used in an older tub.

What electrical service does the Summit XL need?

The published 240V installation is 240V fixed wiring from the GFCI spa panel: Line 1, Line 2, neutral, and equipment ground. Breaker guidance: 1 pump: 40A GFCI; 2 or 3 pumps: 50A GFCI; 4 pumps: 60A GFCI. Published wire guidance: 6-gauge wire is listed in the 2026 Arctic Spas table; the manual does not specify one universal insulation type, conductor material, or raceway. Not shown as a current Plug N Play upgrade in the May 2026 brochure. The certification label beside the controller is the final authority, and Arctic Spas requires a licensed electrician to follow local code.

Does the Spa Filter Adapter Kit v3 fit the Summit XL?

It may, if your spa is a matching 2020 or newer Custom Series model with the correct Pro Filter and skimmer setup. Check the filter area and model year before ordering.

These specifications come from Arctic Spas’ model pages, brochures, technical sheets, and owner manuals. Direct links are provided above. Last updated July 11, 2026.

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