Can anyone direct me to the code reference that requires the bonding of the hot water heater when installing a hydro massage tub?
Also if the tub has a front panel that is removable for servicing the interior parts of the tub, does that make the GFI receptacle you’re installing for the motor accessible?
I am in Central Jersey, with hot tubs, the AHJ may require you to bond the pipes, and if you don't check the load, and additional load is needed, they may want the service upgraded, we had one job in sayreville where they wanted the listing information for a tub, the tub was not listed, you have to look at everything when doing hot tubs.
If you have to remove screws from a cover, it is accessable, but not ready access.