3-Wall Alcove Installation; Skirt Installation - Jacuzzi HE97000 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Comfort Whirlpool Bath

3-Wall Alcove Installation

Install the drain/overflow according to the
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manufacturer's instructions. Refer also to the
Technical Specifications Manual.
Watertight installation of the drain is the installer's
responsibility. Drain leakage is excluded from the
Jacuzzi Luxury Bath warranty of this product.
Install the faucet at this time. It is recommended that
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the faucet be installed by a qualified plumber.
Install the flange (purchased separately) according
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to the instructions that are included with the kit. If the
bathtub is equipped with an integrated flange, skip this
step.
Place the bathtub into the niche. Screw the flange to
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the wood stud. It may be necessary to shim the unit
to close up any gaps between the wood stud and the
flange.
Insulation may be placed within the bathtub surround.
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Turn off the power supply to the GFCI protected
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circuit.
Align the bathtub and connect the drain.
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Connect flex water supply lines to faucet and plug
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power cords into GFCI outlet.
Inspect all fittings, plumbing, and control lines after
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inserting the bathtub to insure the components are
not damaged, disconnected, or contacting the finish
surface substrate or support members.
Turn on the power supply to the dedicated GFCI
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protected circuits and check system operation.
Complete all finish work around the perimeter of
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bathtub to seal the space between the rim and the
finished deck.

Skirt Installation

Bathtubs with an Integral Skirt
Screw skirt flanges into wall studs.
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It may be necessary to shim the unit to close any
gaps between wall studs and the flanges.
Complete finish work over skirt flange.
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Caulk around the perimeter of the skirt to seal the
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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.
Installation and Operation
Screw
Rim of Bathtub
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Tile Flange
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Figure 14
Figure 15
Cement Board
Mortar
Finishing
Material
Plastic Filler
Silicon/Sealant
Bath Rim
Stud Wall
1˝ x 4˝ (not for
support)
Tile
Stud Wall
Cement Board
Tile Adhesive
Caulking
Mounting
Screw
Tile Flange
Stud
1˝ x 4˝
(not for
support)
Finishing
Materials
Green Board
Caulking Bead
Stud
Skirt Panel
Floor
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