MTI BASICS® TUBS OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION GUIDE Effective November 1, 2014 Installer: this booklet must be given to the product owner.
OWNER’S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION GUIDE Thank you for choosing an MTIS BASICS bath. You have purchased a high-quality acrylic bath, hand-crafted with pride in the USA. We know it will give you many years of pleasure. The instructions in this booklet will provide you with the information you need to install and operate this unit. This information is also available on mtiwhirlpools.com.
! Do not operate this unit without guard over the suction fitting. ▲ ! The water in a whirlpool should never exceed 40˚ C (104˚ F). Water temperatures between ▲ 38˚ C (100˚ F) and 40˚ C (104˚ F) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Use time should be limited to approximately 10 minutes, followed by a shower to cool down. Longer exposures may result in hyperthermia, which can be fatal. The symptoms of this condition are nausea, dizziness and fainting.
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Important Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7 Electrical Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION MEASUREMENTS A H I B N M G L J D E F C O P Q K A: Overall length L: Flange edge depth B: Overall width M: Top flange width C: Overall height N: Drain center to edge of flange D: Height — flange bottom to tub bottom O: Allow 1/2” to 1” to D for wet bedding E: Inside tub height P: Pre-leveled frame height* – Adds 1/2”- 3” to height F: Center of overflow to tub bottom G: Drain center to right tub edge H: Inside bowl width at top of bowl I: Inside bowl width at bottom o
I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Read all instructions before installing tub. BEFORE INSTALLING:Inspect tub thoroughly. A. Damage from shipping or delivery must be reported to carrier immediately. Do not install damaged tub. MTI is not responsible for damage occurring in transit. B. Factory defect must be reported to factory before tub is installed. Defects or damage claimed after installation will be excluded from warranty. C.
There are many possible ways to install your new MTI tub, and some may require different framing than the following instructions. Keep in mind that the framing should always provide a level surface for the rim of the tub and sufficient space below the tub for bedding compound. Access must be provided to each pump and/or electrical component on your tub. The access panels must have a minimum size of 16” x 14” for installation and future servicing of the pump and/or electrical equipment.
GENERAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES (continued from previous page) PRE-LEVELED FRAME Place tub into proper location and attach to floor with 2” screws drilled through frame. This system does not require bedding compound unless subfloor is not level. A self leveling compound can be used to level the subfloor. Read and follow all manufacturers directions.The pre-leveled frame adds approximately 2”-3” to the height of the bath.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR AIR BATHS ! Do not attempt to remove the foam or board from the bottom of the tub. Doing so may ▲ cause damage and will void warranty. 1. Never handle the bath by the blower, piping or other equipment. 2. Make sure the manifold and airlines are protected when moving the tub into the house. 3. An access panel of at least 16” x 14” must be provided for the blower for any future servicing. 4.
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. 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.
COMPLETING INSTALLATION WITH ACCESS FROM BELOW - recommended method 6. Apply a 3/8” bead of construction adhesive or clear silicone to the bottom of the tub to adhere it to the floor and carefully lower the tub so the drain drops through the floor. The size of the cutout in the floor must allow for the entire drain to clear. 7. Use care not to allow silicone to get on the outside wall of the tub or surrounding floor area. Wipe any excess immediately with a soft, damp cloth. 8.
I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S Pertaining to a Risk of Fire, Electric Shock, or Injury to Persons WARNING : When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed, including these: (Please read and follow all directions. Save these instructions.) 1. DANGER: To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children or infirmed persons to use this product unless they are supervised at all times. 2.
Q. I understand the purge cycle, however my tub is now purging in the middle of the night. How can I stop this from happening? A. Small, barely detectable power fluctuations may have disrupted the purge cycle. Turn the breaker off (or unplug the blower), wait for ten seconds, then plug back in. The blower should now follow the normal purge cycle. Q: The air bubbles seem cool.
W HI RL P O O L A N D A IR B AT H OPE R AT ING IN ST R U C T ION S WHIRLPOOL 1. MTI BASICS whirlpool baths are equipped with a factory installed on/off device. This eliminates the need for an external switch, although one may have been provided by your installer. Check with your installer for location of switch. Starting motor with no water in the tub could result in damage to the pump and internal seals and could void your warranty. 2. Fill tub approximately 1” above highest jet.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ACRYLIC SHELL The cross-linked cast acrylic surface of all MTI BASICS whirlpools, air baths and soaking baths is among the glossiest, highest quality surfaces available. Its hard, non-porous surface prevents dirt from accumulating and resists stains better than other materials. With normal use, cast acrylic will retain its beauty with only a minimal amount of care.
MTIS BASICS® RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY This warranty is effective for all MTIS BASICS® bathtubs manufactured after January 1, 2008, and is in lieu of all other warranties. MTI Baths (MTI) provides a limited warranty on its products for use in the continental United States of America to original purchasers for personal or single family use. Two-Year Warranty: MTI warrants our MTIS BASICS products for two years.
Customer Service: To verify coverage or request service, please contact the MTI service department at 800-783-8827. Please have you serial or registration number available. Acts Invalidating Warranty: Inspecting the unit prior to installation is the responsibility of the installer(s) or person(s) acting on behalf of the user. They are responsible for ensuring that the unit is free of defect or damage. Our shipping container advises the installer of this responsibility.
MTIS BASICS® COMMERCIAL WARRANTY This warranty is effective for all MTIS BASICS® bathtubs manufactured after January 1, 2008, and is in lieu of all other warranties. MTI Baths (MTI) provides a limited warranty on its products for use in the continental United States of America to original purchasers for personal or single family use. One-Year Warranty: MTI warrants our MTIS BASICS products for one year.
Customer Service: To verify coverage or request service, please contact the MTI service department at 800-783-8827. Please have your serial or registration number available. Acts Invalidating Warranty: Inspecting the unit prior to installation is the responsibility of the installer(s) or person(s) acting on behalf of the user. They are responsible for ensuring that the unit is free of defect or damage. Our shipping container advises the installer of this responsibility.
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