DESIGNER COLLECTION ® F r e e s t a n d i n g a n d S c u l p t e d F i n i s h Tu b s I N S TA L L AT I O N A N D O P E R AT I O N M A N U A L Effective June 1, 2013 Installer: this booklet must be given to the product owner.
OWNER’S MANUAL A N D I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E Thank you for choosing an MTI bath. You have purchased the best-built acrylic bath in America. 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 mtibaths.com.
! Do not operate this unit without guard over the suction fitting. ▲ ! T ▲ he water in a hydrotherapy bath 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 Installation and Operation Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Rough-in Measurements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Electrical Installation Instructions and Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Freestanding Bath General Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Freestanding Bath Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I NSTA LL AT I O N AND OPE R AT ION GU ID E L IN E S Read all instructions before installing tub. Installer / product owner is responsible for complying with all state and local codes. Warranty coverage will be void if unit is not tested and installed per the enclosed instructions. MTI strongly recommends using licensed professionals to install this product. Warning: Certain cleaning products will permanently damage the acrylic surface. Read product label carefully before using any cleaning product.
ROUGH-IN MEASUREMENTS FOR FREESTANDING TUBS MODEL # MEASUREMENT A MEASUREMENT B 66 3” 9.625" 2.75” 8” 3” 9.625” 4” 9.5” 3” 7.5” 3.625” / 5.125” * 9.625” / 11.125” * 67 68 74 75 82 86 88 100 112 118 120 134 136 143 145 146 147 178 180 182 184 191 201 202 204 208 210 2.375” 9.25” 4.125” 9.625” 3.625” 9.625” 3.125” 8.25” 4.25” 9.75” 4” 10” ** ** 3.5” 10.25” 4.5” 10” 3.75” 9.75” 4.75” 9.75” ** ** 4.5" 9.25" 17.25" ** 12.75" ** 5.5" 11.5" 5.5" 12" 6.75" 12" 5.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Warning - When installing or using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed, including: 1. Please see Electrical Specifications at bottom of this page. Many options may be combined on a 20 amp circuit, as long as total amps of combined options are considered. If your tub has more than two power cords, the power cords will be gathered together with a hang tag indicating how many items must be plugged in for proper operation.
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.
FREESTANDING BATH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS See next page for installation instructions for Sculpted Finish tubs and additional air bath instructions. See page 9 for Clawfoot tub instructions. 1. Determine final location of tub. The tub will sit on top of the finished floor, however, the drain will sit approximately 1/2" - 1 1/2" below the finished floor. Tubs installed on a slab foundation may require extra effort to gain clearance for the drain. 2. Ensure location is structurally sound, flat and level.
AIR BATH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Select the location for the air blower within 8' of the tub. MTI does not recommend that the the blower be mounted more than 8' from the tub. The blower must be in a climate-controlled environment. 2. The air hose, keypad cable and drain sensor wires exit the bottom of the bath near the drain, and must be connected to the blower. See photo "A" below.
Additional instuctions for tubs equipped with "Air Massage Elite" air bath package – This package includes LED Lights and additional air jets. This system includes a control box that is located with the remote mounted blower. The control box is connected to the air blower and does not require an additional electrical outlet. In addition to the air hose, there are three electrical connections between the tub and the blower. The LED Lights are operated by the same keypad as the air bath.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDELINES RADIANCE® Each Radiance system comes with an on/off touch pad, or designated icon on the keypad, and transformer box equipped with a 27" power cord. There are two heated zones for each Radiance system. To install, simply plug the transformer box into a 110 V, GFCI protected outlet. The transformer box draws 5 amps. To turn the system on, press the button on the touchpad. The light on the touchpad will be on.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLAWFOOT TUBS All MTI clawfoot tubs require an exposed drain kit. MTI recommends the use of our drain kit to ensure a perfect fit. This tub is designed to have the drain (back) side of the tub face the wall. Set tub in final location, and use a 6" level on top of the tub, to ensure tub is perfectly level from side to side, and front to back. Adjust the leveling feet if necessary. The tub will not drain properly if not perfectly level. Install drain kit and water test for leaks.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - KEYPAD & TUB CONTROL FUNCTIONS FOR AIR BATHS Keypads and functions will vary depending on specific model and/or options purchased. Use the photos on the following pages to locate your keypad and simply follow the step by step instructions. #1 STANDARD AIR SYSTEM FUNCTIONS ON/OFF: 1st Press: The blower starts. LED light on. 2nd Press: The blower stops. LED light off. BLOWER SPEED INCREASE Press & hold to increase the blower speed. Release pressure at the desired speed.
#4 AIR SYSTEM WITH LED LIGHT FUNCTIONS ON/OFF FOR AIR SYSTEM 1st Press: The blower turns on at 30% power. Use the up and down arrows to increase or decrease the speed. Please note: 20% is the minimum. If the lights for the up & down arrows go off, they can be reactivated by gently pressing the on/off button 2nd Press: The blower turns off. PULSATION MODE 1st Press: Standard wave. Speed will vary gradually from minimum to maximum. 2nd Press: Standard pulse.
# 4 AIR SYSTEM WITH LED LIGHT AND RADIANCE R4 FUNCTIONS ON/OFF FOR RADIANCE SYSTEM:1st Press: Turns on both heated zones. Light on keypad will be on. 2nd Press: Turns off Radiance system. Light will be off. ON/OFF FOR AIR SYSTEM 1st Press: The blower turns on at 30% power. Use the up and down arrows to increase or decrease the speed. Please note: 20% is the minimum.
INDEPENDENT CHROMATHERAPY SYSTEM FUNCTIONS ON/OFF BUTTON: 1st Press: White light. LED light on (White is only available when the system is initially turned on). 2nd Press: Light off. LED light off. Press the on/off button - Light must be on for any mode to function. MODE BUTTON FUNCTIONS: 1st Press: Aqua-Blue-Green Cycle. - First cycle 1.5 seconds between color changes; then slows to 6 seconds between color changes.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ACRYLIC SHELL The cross-linked cast acrylic surface of all MTI 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING Q: The blower will not turn on. What should I check first? A: Check the electrical connections. Test the outlet for power by plugging in a small lamp or hair dryer. Check to make sure the breaker is not tripped. Replace GFCI outlet or breaker if necessary. On systems with multiple control boxes or equipment, ensure that all connections are intact. Q: There is a rust colored, greasy ring in my bath tub. What causes this? A: The condition results from sediment in the water heater of the home.
Q. How can I get scratches out of my acrylic tub? A. Most scratches can be buffed out using an automotive polish. Any polish suitable for use on "clear coated" automobile paint is fine. Deeper scratches and chips may require the services of a professional acrylic repair technician. Q. My bath's hydrotherapy system has been working great for years, and now has stopped working. What should I check first? A. The problem is most likely the breaker or the GFCI outlet under the tub.
MTI LIFETIME LIMITED RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY MTI WHIRLPOOL, AIR TUB AND SOAKING TUB RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY This warranty is effective for all MTI acrylic whirlpools, air tubs, soaking tubs, and spas manufactured after January 1, 2006, 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.
MTI Baths is NOT liable for incidental or consequential damage, loss of time, inconvenience, incidental expenses or material charges or any other costs related to the application of this warranty.
MTI COMMERCIAL WARRANTY This warranty is effective for all MTI acrylic whirlpools, air tubs, soaking tubs, and spas manufactured after February 1, 2006, and is in lieu of all other warranties. Warranty coverage begins on date of purchase (regardless of installation date). MTI Baths, Inc. provides a limited warranty to the original purchaser for commercial, rental or multi-family applications.
We do not cover the following: careless handling; modification of any type for any reason; improper installation (see Installation Instructions); connections supplied by the installer; improper voltage, supply/electrical modifications; misuse; incorrect or improper maintenance; incorrect or inadequate water use; use of improper cleaners; or extraordinary acts such as earthquakes, hurricanes, lightning, floods, hail, etc.
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