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framing and Support

A Technical Specications section has been included with in this manual. The Technical Specications section will
contain pertinent information regarding your Jacuzzi Luxury Bath product.
Frame out the space where the bathtub is to be located. The
following should be taken into consideration when preparing
the area:
• Dimensions provided on rough-in diagrams are
nominal. Measure your actual unit upon receipt and
build according to the actual dimensions.
• The oor structure beneath the bathtub must be able
to support the total weight of the bathtub, water and
bather.
• The unit must be supported from the bottom of the
bathtub and not from the bathtub rim. For drop-in
installations, take into account the thickness of the
surround material and nishing material (marble, tile,
etc.).
• Ensure the rim will rest on a level surface.
• Per code, access must be provided to the motor/pump
for your specic model. Primary and secondary service
access locations are shown in the rough-in diagrams
contained in the Technical Specications Manual.
It is the responsibility of the installer, building
contractor, or owner to provide access for service.
Jacuzzi is not responsible for any costs relating to
obtaining access for repair. The owner shall bear such
costs and, if appropriate, must seek recovery from the
installer.
• Provide adequate ventilation for cooling and supply
sufcient air for the motor/pump. Do not insulate
around the equipment.
• Your bathtub may have motor/pump parts that extend
beyond the rim of the bathtub. Refer to the rough-in
diagrams included in the warranty pack and
construction framing to correctly accommodate.
Common Access Locations
= Primary access
= Acceptable alternative if access A is not possible
= Secondary access for equipment (optional)
Left hand unit access is on the opposite side (mirror).
A
B
C

Suboor

Prepare the suboor for the drain and ensure that the area is level.

XXThe drain/overow of the bathtub extends below the bottom of the bathtub. Identify the drawing in the Technical

Specications Manual that corresponds with your bathtub.

XYMake appropriate cuts to the suboor to accommodate the drain.

XZJacuzzi’s Tru-Level™ base is a standard feature on all bathtubs. If the suboor is level and a continuous surface,

no other preparation is necessary. Proceed to the “Installation” section.

X[If the suboor is not level, you must level the entire surface prior to installing the bathtub. The materials used

will insure that the bathtub is supported from the bottom. These materials include: leveling compound, mortar,
plaster or minimal expansion structural foam (having a density of a minimum 5lbs/cubic foot). The bathtub must
remain level in order for it to drain properly and must make contact with the leveling material. Both sides of a joint
or splice of suboor should be level to each other.
12˝
(304mm)
18˝
(457mm)
18˝
(457mm)
Motor/Pump
Secondary
Access
Primary
Access
20˝
(508mm)
24˝
(609mm)
36˝
(914mm)
B
A
C
Motor/Pump