Typical flange mounting Detail
The shims may be used to tighten and secure any remaining gaps between the flange and the stud.
Inspection and Testing
visual Inspection
X
X
Remove the bathtub from the shipping carton. Be careful not to scratch the surface of the bathtub on exposed
staples. Remove the staples or fold them into the carton. Retain the carton until satisfactory inspection of the
product has been made. Do not lift the bathtub by the plumbing at any time; handle by the shell only.
X
Y
Inspect the shell and bathtub components. Should inspection reveal any damage or defect in the finish or visible
damage to any components, do not install the bathtub. Damage or defect to the finish claimed after the bathtub
is installed is excluded from the warranty. Jacuzzi Luxury Bath's responsibility for shipping damage ceases upon
delivery of the products in good order to the carrier.
X
Z
Refer any claims for damage to the carrier. For definitions of warranty coverage and limitations, refer to the
published warranty information packed with the product or in the back of this manual.
Bathtub Water and Operational Test
All bathtub units are factory tested for proper operation and watertight connections prior to shipping. However, the unit
must be retested by the installer prior to installation. Jacuzzi Luxury Bath is not responsible for any defect that could
have been discovered, repaired, or avoided by following this inspection and testing procedure:
X
X
Place the bathtub on a level surface, near appropriate electrical supply, water supply, and water drainage. A
driveway is a suitable choice.
X
Y
Seal the drain and overflow hole with tape or a stopper and fill the bathtub to the bottom of the overflow hole.
X
Z
Allow bathtub to stand for 5 minutes.
X
[
Plug in motor/pump and turn unit on. Confirm that all features function as described in the Operation section of
this manual. Do not install the bathtub if bathtub fails to operate as described.
X
\
Visually inspect all joints for leaks. Do not install the bathtub if leaks are detected.
X
]
Return bathtub to box or otherwise protect from damage until time of installation.
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Tile Adhesive
Cement Board
Mounting
Screws
Wood Stud
Flange
Caulking
Flange
Wood Stud
Shim
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Espree™ Bathtub Series
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Caulking
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Shim
Installation and Operation