Comfort PLUS Whirlpool Bath
Skirt Installation
Bathtubs with an Integral Skirt
1Screw skirt flanges into wall studs.
It may be necessary to shim the unit to close any gaps between wall studs and the flanges.
2Complete finish work over skirt flange.
3Caulk around the perimeter of the skirt to seal the space between the skirt and the finished deck.
Bathtubs with Optional Skirt
If you are installing a integral skirt, please refer to the Skirt Installation Guide before proceeding any further. Complete the installation and assembly steps according to the Skirt Installation Guide.
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Undermount Installation
1 | Install drain/overflow according to the manufacturer’s |
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2 | Turn off power supply to dedicated GFCI protected |
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3 | Install the unit in desired location. DO NOT use plumbing |
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4 | Inspect all fittings, plumbing, and control lines after |
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5 | Align the bathtub and connect the drain. |
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6Insulation may be placed within the bathtub surround.
Provide adequate ventilation around the motor/pump to ensure sufficient air flow and cooling.
7 | Cut deck/counter to fit using the undermount template |
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Position the template so that the desired undermount |
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guidelines are aligned with the rim edge as shown. |
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• | Using a grease pencil, mark the center lines (denoted | Counter |
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8Affix counter to bathtub. Clean any dirt or debris from the top of the bathtub rim. Apply a bead of silicone sealant around the entire rim of bathtub.
Do not use an adhesive or adhesive sealant to secure the counter to the bathtub. If maintenance or remodeling is required, the counter may have to be removed. Adhesive will permanently bond the counter to the bathtub. Carefully position the deck/counter over the bathtub. Follow manufacturer’s instructions to determine cure time.
9Apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant around the entire seam between the counter and the bathtub rim. Allow sealant to cure according to manufacturer’s instructions.
10Turn on the power supply to the dedicated GFCI protected circuits and check system operation.
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