Installation Sheet

FREESTANDING BATH GENERAL GUIDELINES

IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to remove the foam from the bottom of the tub. Doing so may cause damage and

will void the warranty. Do not remove the wires attached to the sensors located on each side of the drain. The

sensor wire must be connected to the remote blower for proper operation.

Rough in Dimensions – For critical dimensions, we suggest taking the measurements of the actual tub

on site. All printed specifications are +/- ½ inch and subject to change without notice. See page 2.

Access panel – A removable access panel is located on the drain side (rear) of the bath. It provides access for

installation of the waste and overflow. It is held in place by covered stainless steel screws. If your tub is equipped

with System Aria, LED Lights or Radiance, it will provide access during installation to make electrical connections.

Pedestal Base – The optional pedestal base available on some models does not raise the height of the

tub, as the tub actually sits down into the base. The base does, however, extend beyond the top rim of the

tub by approximately 1". Use care when selecting your freestanding faucet, ensuring that the reach of the

spout is adequate so that no modification to the pedestal base will be necessary. If wall-mounted fixtures

are being used, again be careful to ensure the spout will extend out far enough to clear the tub flange and

the falling water will not hit too high up on the side wall of the tub and splash. It may be necessary to omit

or trim the baseboard or molding to allow the tub to sit close to the wall. Please note: The pedestal base is

not symmetrical; if it does not fit, rotate the base 180

Fixtures- No fixtures can be mounted on the tub deck of most MTI freestanding tubs. Floor or wall-

mounted fixtures are required. (Except models 120, 143, 182, 184, 191)

Wall-Mounted – The position of the tub and the reach of the spout are critical. Ensure the spout

will extend out far enough to clear the tub flange and the falling water will not hit too high up on the

side wall of the tub and splash.

Floor-Mounted – Some freestanding fixtures must be anchored to the tub drain for stabilization. The

drain and overflow on MTI Designer Collection freestanding tubs (except Primm) is concealed under

the access cover so anchoring to the overflow pipe (or tub structure) is not possible. Many kits (with

minor modification) can be mounted to the wall (rather than the drain pipe) for stabilization.

Drain and Overflow – Due to limited space between the inner and outer tub shells, use care when

selecting your drain kit. MTI offers toe tap, lift & turn and cable driven style waste and overflow kits for

our freestanding tubs. We recommend using the cable driven drain kit. This style incorporates a flexible

section between the overflow and the “T,” allowing for easier installation. If access is available from below

during the final installation, it is easier to make precise adjustments in the final location of the tub. The

cutout in the bottom of the outer shell for the drain “T” can be enlarged if necessary. Careful! If made too

large, the drain pipe might be visible between the side of the tub and the floor when viewed from certain

angles. When the optional pedestal is used (available on some freestanding models), it is easier to make

this additional clearance since it will be hidden by the base.