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SAFETY TUBS” R TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING THE UNIT. oo congresspersons oo csiescoeesseesennsennssens s encore Page RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE INSTALLER Page 4 TESTING YOUR TUB BEFORE INSTALLATION. Page 5 INSTALLATION PREPARATION. s tennis Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e ass e sesnencnsinanen Page 21 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
SAFETY TUBS" NS MU UNPACKING THE UNIT 1. FIRST, inspect the carton for damage: Take a picture if possible. CAREFULLY RECORD ALL PERCEIVED DAMAGE and call us at 877-304-2800. 2. DONOR LIFT THE TUB BY THE PLUMBING. Doing so can result in leaks, for which the installer is responsible. All Walk-In Tubs ate water tested before they leave our factory and the bath tub you have purchased has passed inspection. 3. Immediately inspect the unit for damage even if there is no carton damage.
SAF OWNERS MANUAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE INSTALLER The installer must inspect and water test the product prior to installation to ensure the unit is free of defect and /or damage, In the scent of a problem, the unit must not be installed. If the packaging or product has . been damaged, please call immediately at 1-877-304-2800.
SAFETY TUBS" S TESTING YOUR WALK-IN TUB BEFORE INSTALLATION 1. All Safety Tubs® walk-in baths are 100% water tested at the factory and have passed inspection. Transportation and mishandling may loosen fittings and cause leaks. It is therefore necessary to test the bathtub while there is access to all sides of the bath. 2. This unit should be both static and operationally tested with water, It is best to test the unit outside by filling with a garden cosh. a.
SAFETY TUBS" RS MU INSTALLATION PREPARATION I. Check the floor area where the tub is to be installed. a. Clean area of any debris ot trash. b. Use a 5 or 6-foot level and determine if the floor is level. If the floor is not level, adjust all 5 leveling feet to perfectly level the tub. Note: it is important that all leveling feet are completely touching the floor and Revel for the door system to work properly. Leveling Feet 2.
SAFETY TUBS" LS MANUAL ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION All electrical wiring must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code and with all local codes. All wiring shall be done by a qualified electrician. Run one, two or three branch circuits (as required) from the main electrical service panel to the pump area of the framing structure to provide power to the unit Electrical components have specific wiring requirements.
SAFETY TUBS® NS MU INSTALLATION PROCEDURES A A A WARNING: When installing jet massage baths, air massage baths, or dual massage baths, or Minute Drain™ the following precautions must be followed: WARNING: Danger: Risk of electrical shock; connect components to separate circuits, EACH protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GUCCI) WARNING: Installation must provide access for servicing the pump and motor (all Safety Tubs® walk-in tubs come with access panels for the pump, motor and faucet). .
SAFETY TUBS® VNS MANUAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Sa. Fire-Rated Drywall If fire-rated drywall is specifics, the finished fit-rated wall must be in place before the tub is installed. The dimensions of the framing structure must be increased by the thickness of fire rated drywall, WARNING: Never allow the weight of the tub to be supported by wood support stringers and do not use integral tile flange (if equipped) fo resew ox nail in place, as this will result in product failure and will void the warranty. 6.
SAFETY TUBS" OWNERS MANUAL FAUCET INSTALLATION *IMPORTANT 1T 1S RECOMMENDED THAT SAFETY TUBS FAUCETS ARE USED FOR THE WALK-IN BATHTUBS. IF ANOTHER FAUCET TYPE IS USED, IT IS VITAL THAT THE FAUCET VALVES UNDER THE TUB DECK DO NOT INTERFERE WITH THE DRAIN OVERFLOW LOCATED AT THE CENTER OF THE TUB. DO NOT DRILL HOLES IN THE CENTER OF THE TUB DECK. IT IS IMPORTANT TO TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION THE THICKNESS OF TILE, SHEETROCK, OR OTHER WALL SURROUNDS BEFORE DRILLING AS THEY MAY INTERFERE WITH HAND CLEARANCES.
SAFETY TUBS" OWNERS MANUAL FAUCET INSTALLATION Boater WADDLE *IMPORTANT* overflow . LISTED ARE EXISTING EXAMPLE SET-UPS FOR SAFETY TUBS FAUCET SETS. NOTICE NO HOLES ARE DRILLED DIRECTLY OVER THE OVERFLOW. FAUCET VALVES INSTALLED UNDER THE DECK OF THE TUB REQUIRE A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF SPACE. PAY ATTENTION TO CLEARANCES BOTH ABOVE, AND BELOW THE TUB DECK, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE TUB ETHANOL TU SPOUT IS ALWAYS LOCATED ON THE WALL SIDE OF THE TUB AND NOT CLOSEST TO THE DOOR SIDE OF THE TUB.
SAFETY TUBS" OWNERS MANUAL Gel coat SS Series Models Installation Dimensions Ggo Dry Wall Galvanized Nail Dy Wall Galvanized Nail Wall Stud T Wall Stud : " Silicone Silicone T T Tub Tile Flange % — Integral Flange Non Integral Flange Model Flange Detail 100/4 Integral Flange 50 1/2" | 31174 36" 93/4" 147 15374 37" Integral Flange SS(X) 5230 | §11/27 | 29 1/4" 47 121727 | 141/2°| 14172 na No Integral Flange SS(X) 5430 54" 29172 38" 101/2" | 123/47 | 16 3/4" | 39 3/4" Integral Flange SS(X) 6030 {59 1/2° | 293
SAFETY TUBES" OWNERS MANUAL Acrylic ST Series Models Installation Dimensions o2 E Drain Hole B Dry Well Galvanized Nail —, Site Wall Stud Silicone Tub FLOOR . ROUGH Galvanized Naif N Wall Stud g Dry Wall Tile Silicone Tub i Clangs \% Integral Flange Non Integral Flange Model Flange Detail ST 4828 48" 281727 371/ 10 1/4” 14 1/4” 15° nfa No Integral Flange ST 5126 50 1/27 | 26 172" 38" 101/ | 1134 | 161/4° nfa No Integral Flange ST 5130 50 1/47 30" 37V 10 1/4" 141727 | 16 /47 nfa No Integral Flange ST 6032 59
N SAFETY TUBS” GUVNORS MANUAL Acrylic Extension Kit Installation The Acrylic Extension Kit is designed to accommodate all acrylic walk-in tubs to fit within a 60” alcove pocket. The top panel measures 307 x 207 (depth x width) and the front panel 37 47 x 207 height x width). The panels must be trim to it the unit within the 60” alcove. Step 1 o Temporary locate the tub within the alcove walls. e Level the tub along the deck and apron.
Ny SAFETY TUBS’ AL Acrylic Extension Kit Installation Steps Remove the {ub from the alcove and install the front and then top panel with the self tapping fasteners, Espadrille resew holes and attach Font panel 1o orn. Espadrille screw holes and attach to top deck of b, Self Tapping Screw Self Tapping Resew Steps 7& 8 e Apply the temporary clamps to help support the front and top panels while re-locating the tub back into the alcove.
SAFETY TUBS® — Gel Coat Extension Kit Installation The Gel Coat Extension Kits are designed for cache unit to fit within a 60 alcove packet. The top and end panels have integral flange for cays of installation. Step 1 e Temporary locate the tub within the alcove walls. s Level the tub along the deck and apron. ¢ Measure the distance from the tub and apron to the alcove wall. e Verify the fit of both front and top extension panels. Extension Kif Parts T .
SAFETY TUBS" S Gel Coat Extension Kit Installation Step 3 e Remove the tub from the alcove, e Install the front and then the top panel with the tub brackets. Use brackets to secure Tub Extension to tub deck and apron. Use screws to permanently attach Tub Extension. Step 4 s Apply the temporary clamps to help support the panels while re-locating the tub back into the alcove. e Remove temporary clamps, check level, shim if necessary, and seal in panels with silicone.
OWNERS MANUAL Drain Overflow Installation Drain / Overflow Information A drain / overflow assembly is provided with the tub must be installed on the bath, water tested and connected to the sanitary system of the house, Some drain / overflow kits are packed with the waste flange, strainer, overflow cover, and fasteners, packed separately within the kit to protect the trim finish, Follow the installation instructions provided with the drain / overflow kit.
SAFETY TUBS" NS MANUAL Threshold Drain Installation Threshold Drain Information All gel coat walk-in bathtubs are provided with a threshold door drain. All acrylic walk-in bathtubs feature the “Patented T5 Door System” which does not require the threshold drain. Connection of the Door Drain @ Door Drain requires the connection to a minimum 1 %" sanitary drain line. Use UPC Approved PVC Glue, Primer, and Schedule 40 1 4™ pipe.
SAF TUFT BS INSTALLATION MANUAL Inline Heater Installation Whirlpool In-Line Heater All whirlpool systems ar¢ deigned with an In-Line Heater Blank. The threads and union set on the heater blank and heaters are specifically designed for our system. All other heaters and heater blanks will not interchanges with our system. The heaters are equipped with a preset pressure switch which will not allow the heater to turn on if the pump is not running with water flowing through the whirlpool system.
® SAF ET\Y( OWNERS MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS WHEN USING THIS UNIT, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED. A WARNING: Risk of personal in fury. Use this unit for ifs intended use as described in this manual. DO NOT use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, WARNING: Risk of personal injury. To avoid injury, exercise canton when entering or exiting your walk-in tub. A WARNING: Risk of personal injury.
SA F OWNERS MANUAL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Enter your Safety Tub ® walk-in bath, close the door, place handle in down position, and fill the bath to at least 2 inches above the highest jet before activating the whirlpool pump (if equipped). Do not apply excessive pressure when placing the handle in the close position. Do not put weight on the door when entering and exiting the tub. It is recommended to leave the door in the open position when the tub is not in use. 2.
SAFETY TUBS OWNERS MANUAL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9. If your Safety Tub ® walk-in bath is equipped with Aromatherapy lights, the lights have a dedicated control button. Pressing the control button off and back on will change the color of light. 10, If any factory-installed fittings have been removed, do not operate the unit. A safety hazard may have been created by this modification. Seek the help of a qualified professional, 11.
SAFETY TUBS" RS MANUAL CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Pump and pipe circulation systems should be flushed before first use and on a monthly basis when product is under normal use. Below are the recommended procedures for cleaning: e Do not run the jet massage system dry. Fill the tub with hot water 2-3 inches above the jets and add 2-3 teaspoons of low foaming detergent such as dish washing machine detergent. s Turn on jet massage system and run for 10 minutes. o Drain tub completely.
40 SAFETY TUBS R LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE All items manufactured by Safety Tubs® are warranted in accordance with the following warranty: This warranty is extended to the first purchaser and does not extend to products previously used as display models or products that have been modified or repaired by anyone else but Safety Tub ® unless approved by Safety Tub ®, Safety Tub premium acrylic walk-in baths come with a fifteen (15) year warranty on the bathtub, ten (10) year warranty on the tub components and
SAFETY TUBS" R TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDELINES WHEN SERVICING THIS UNIT, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, 4 To reduce the risk of injury, keep all components in a vented enclosure and out of the reach of children. A Risk of Electrical Shock — Connect only to a grounding type receptacle protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). A Verify all components arc installed to dedicated circuit(s) with the recommended electrical rating .
SAFETY TUBS' R TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDELINES Whirlpool Pump Motor Will Not Start — Check For: o Check the air line between the motor and air button for connection and depress to test air signal, s Improper or loose connections, open switches or relays, blown circuit breakers. e Manually check rotation of motor shaft for free movement and obstruction. Motor Cuts Out — Check For: * Wiring, loose connections ete. ¢ Low Voltage at motor. (Frequently caused by undersized wiring.) e Binding or overload.
SAFETY TUBS" RS MANUAL TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDELINES Heaters All heaters are equipped with a preset pressure switch which will not allow the heater to turn on if the pump is not running with water flowing through the whirlpool system. The heater includes an exclusive High Limit Switch, This safety circuit will not false trip from hot tap water, It will turn off the heater is the thermostat fails.