14. WATER TEST WHIRLPOOL & ELECTRONICS

Check all electrical connections. Make sure both connections to the pump are securely tightened.

Fill bath to a level at least 2” above the top of the highest jet.

Operate whirlpool for 5 minutes and check all whirlpool harness (piping) connections for leaks.

For additional information on whirlpool operation, see Whirlpool Start-Up Instructions on page 25.

15. COMPLETE FINISH WALL

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not support the weight of the whirlpool by the rim.

Protect whirlpool surface. Make sure the vinyl bead is attached securely to the sides being built into the wall. Cover framing and walls with gypsum wallboard.

Tape and mud drywall...seal drywall and joints under bath rim. Install finished wall material to subwall. Seal joints between the whirlpool rim and finished wall using silicone sealant.

Gypsum Wallboard Subwall

Finished Wall Material

Water-Resistant Sealant

2 x 4 Studding

Vinyl Tiling-In Bead

Bath Rim

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