Installation Guide

2. Install the Whirlpool
NOTICE: Do not lift the whirlpool by the piping or pump, or use the piping or pump for structural
support of the whirlpool. To avoid damage to the whirlpool, lift at the sides of the whirlpool.
If the subfloor is not level, shim the whirlpool support blocks or molded supports as necessary.
Option 1: Install Using Construction Adhesive
NOTE: Some models come with support blocks; some models have molded supports.
Apply a generous amount of high-quality construction adhesive to the bottom of the support blocks
or molded supports. With help, carefully lift the whirlpool into position.
Option 2: Using a Cement or Mortar Bed
NOTE: Do not use gypsum cement or drywall compound for this application, as they will not provide an
acceptable, durable bond.
Set the basin area in 1″ (25 mm) to 2″ (51 mm) of mortar cement.
NOTE: The pump support (when the pump banding straps are cut) must rest directly on the subfloor.
The pump control should not be in contact with mortar.
Secure the Nailing-in Flanges (Alcove Units)
Drill a small pilot hole through the nailing-in flange at each stud. Add shims as needed.
Use large-head galvanized nails to secure the nailing-in flange to the studs.
Nail 1/4″ (6 mm) thick furring strips to the studs.
Cut the Pump Banding Straps
Stud
Cement or
Mortar Bed
Clear space for pump.
Option 1
Furring
Strip
Nail
Option 2
Three Wall Alcove or
Corner Installations
Support Blocks
Apply construction
adhesive.
Banding Straps
Cut the Pump
Banding Straps
Drill a small hole
through the nailing-in
flange at each stud.
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