Installation Instructions

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STEP 4. INSTALLING BATHTUB
• Before trial installation of bathtub, check to be sure all hoses, ttings and
jet connections are tight. Be sure ex hosing with air release valve is
installed with the tip placed above the water line, otherwise leaking will
occur*. (Fig. 4) Flex hosing installation may vary depending on unit.
• Trial t bathtub in prepared alcove. DO NOT LIFT, PULL, OR DRAG BY
HOESES. With bathtub sitting at on sub-oor, check with level on
top of bathtub. Bathtub should be level from front to back and side to
side (Fig. 5). If bathtub is not level use standard wood shims or leveling
compound.
• To ensure proper stability glue feet and shims to sub-oor with
construction adhesive (Fig 6 and 7).
• If you prefer, use oor leveling compound (smooth mortar) or a similar
quick-setting compound specically made for leveling oors.
• If alcove is larger than bathtub, shim between bathtub and studs to create a
tight t. After bathtub is leveled, verify that all bathtub feet make contact
with the sub-oor and/or shims. Screw bathtub ange to all studs (Fig. 8).
• Connect drain piping to drain and overow assembly.
STEP 5. CLEANING
• Do not use any abrasive cleaners or metal scrapers.
• If drywall mud or plaster gets on your shower, it may be carefully removed
with a wooden scraper made from a piece of scrap wood.
• Adhesive may be removed with mineral spirits.
• Ideal cleaners are Soft Scrub Gel® or Comet Gel®.
• Hair dye may stain. Do not use.
• Do not use sulfuric acid to unclog drain, use plunger or snake to clear
obstruction.
• FLUSHING INSTRUCTIONS: Bathtub unit must be ushed every ninety
(90) days with a sanitizing chemical such as a spa freshener, algicide or
household bleach. Fill bathtub with water, add sanitizing chemical and
allow the unit to
circulate for at least 20 minutes.
WARNING: Some cleaning products are not suitable for use. Read all
labels carefully. DO NOT USE if they say “not suitable for use with ABS,
moder acrylics or polystyrene.” Always rinse cleansers thoroughly within
ve minutes of application.
FIGURE 4. Ensure ex hose is vertical to prevent leaking.
FIGURE 8. Run a screw through bathtub ange at each stud
location.
FIGURE 5. Check to assure bathtub is level.
FIGURE 7. Shim feet as needed using construction adhesive
to attach shims to bathtub feet.
FIGURE 6. Apply construction adhesive to bathtub feet.
(Above oor rough-in feet shown)
Air Release
Valve
Top of
whirlpool
Motor
A
Shims
Sub-oor