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Installation Procedure - Swann BT-3060 R Installation Manual

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Framework Construction

1. Measure the actual bathtub prior to building or

modifying the stud wall framework to determine the

exact size required.

2. Add 3/8" to the width measurement and at least

3/16" or more to the depth measurement of the

bathtub to correctly size the framework opening.

3a. For new construction, build a wood or steel stud

framework for the bathtub enclosure. Dry fit the

bathtub to ensure the recommended dimension

exists between the bathtub, the side wall framework,

and the back wall framework.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

If installing a Swan Corporation Alcove Wall Kit in

conjunction with the bathtub, note that the alcove side

panels are designed to extend out past the edge of the

bathtub. Read the Alcove Wall Kit installation manual and

build the framework to the specifications outlined in that

publication.

Note: When constructing or modifying stud wall

framework, make sure to install (gang) multiple studs to

provide support for any required moisture resistant wall

board, solid surface panel attachment flanges, or filler

boards, etc. The framework depth must be at least

3/16" more than the actual depth measurement of the

bathtub. The illustration below shows a framework

depth of 31-1/2", which is greater than the minimum.

3b. For existing construction, dry fit the bathtub to make

sure it fits correctly in the bathtub enclosure

framework. If necessary, modify the framework to

achieve the proper bathtub fit.

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Example 1

If the bathtub is to be installed in conjunction with Swan

Corporation solid surface wall panels or alternate wall

panels/ceramic tile, the following procedures must be

followed.

1. After the bathtub installation is complete, install

1/2" moisture-resistant wall board, as shown.

2. The Swanstone or alternate bathtub wall material

will then be installed over the 1/2" moisture-resistant

wall board and bathtub flange, as shown.

To prevent possible water (wicking affect) damage to the

wall, the wall board must have a 1/2 inch gap above the

bathtub flange lip, as shown below.

TUB WALL PANEL

BT-002