2. Prepare the Site
Wood Construction
NOTICE: Adequate floor support must be provided. Consult the roughing-in sheet packed with your
whirlpool for specific floor loading requirements.
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not support the whirlpool by the rim.
Make sure the flooring offers adequate support for your whirlpool, and verify that the subfloor is
flat and level.
The whirlpool should be installed in an alcove installation. Construct 2x4 stud framing designed for
your particular installation in accordance with the roughing-in information packed with the
whirlpool.
Install an access panel to allow the pump to be serviced.
Position the plumbing according to the roughing-in information. Cap the supplies, and check for
leaks.
3. Prepare the Whirlpool
Install the drain to the whirlpool according to the drain manufacturer's instructions. Do not connect
the trap at this time.
Position a clean drop cloth or similar material in the bottom of the whirlpool. Be careful not to
scratch the surface of the whirlpool.
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Position the
rough plumbing.
Verify that the subfloor
offers adequate support,
and is flat and level.
Construct 2x4
stud framing
according to
roughing-in
information.
Typical access
panel
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