Porcher TETSU 60525 Installation Instructions & Operation Manual

5-1/2' x 32", 5-1/2' x 36", 5-1/2' x 36", 5-1/2' x 36" oval

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

WARRANTY

TETSU

LUTEZIA

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Page 1: Cover
MODEL 60745 THANK YOU... for selecting an Porcher bath. Your new bath is shipped to you after careful inspection. The Air Massage System is completely assembled with air pump, motor and system piping. All you need to finish the installation are your selected fittings and electrical connections for an Air Massage System.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS: Cover....................Page 1 Table of Contents................Page 2 Safety Instructions Notice..............Page 3 General Installation Information............Page 4 Tub Specifications................Page 5 Roughing-in References..............Page 6 - 8 Installation and Framing Instructions..........Page 9 Under Deck Mounting Instructions............Page 10 Electrical Instructions.................Page 11 Remote Air Blower Location Option..........Page 12 Free Standing Tubs................Page 13 - 14 Drain Assembly and Installation Instructions........Page 15 - 19 Post Installation Instructions.............Page 20...
Page 3: Safety Instructions Notice
Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use any attachments not recommended by Porcher. The unit must be connected only to a supply circuit that is properly protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). Such a GFCI should be provided by the installer and should be tested on a routine basis.
Page 4: General Installation Information
6. If any leaks or operating problems are discovered, do not complete installation until problems are resolved. Porcher will not be responsible for any costs involved with removing or reinstalling the tub, or for the costs of any surrounding materials or labor.
Page 5: Tub Specifications
TABLE 1 60745 Fore more details, see specification page per model at www.porcher-us.com *note - on Air Baths the drain included with the tub must be used. The drain outlet is directly under the drain hole in the tub. 754550-100 Rev. B...
Page 6 Tub Edge Cut Line 17-1/2" 16-1/4" 16-1/4" 16-1/4" 16-1/4" 16-1/4" 16-1/4" 16-1/4" (445mm) (413mm) (413mm) (413mm) (413mm) (413mm) (413mm) (413mm) 1" (25mm) 14" 14" (356mm) (356mm) 7-1/4" 7-1/4" 35" (190mm) (190mm) Archive (889mm) 6" 6" 6" 6" 6" 6" 6" 6"...
Page 7: Roughing-In References
Roughing In References Soaker, Soaker with Lights, Air Bath, Air Bath with Lights -see appropriate sections for details - support soakers with bedding material, rim must NOT support weight Tetsu 5-1/2' x 32" Tetsu 5-1/2' x 36" (1676 x 813mm) (1676 x 914mm) Model 60525 Model 60545...
Page 8 Roughing In References Freestanding Models A - For Air Equipped Tubs Only -see appropriate sections for details Do Not drill in this area Air Component will be Tetsu 5-1/2' x 32" Tetsu 5-1/2' x 36" 24" damaged. (610mm) (1676 x 813mm) (1676 x 914mm) 8"...
Page 9: Installation And Framing Instructions
(406 mm) OF BATH MUST BE SUPPORTED BY STUD WALL OR ACCESS PANEL MUST BE LOCATED PORCHER APRON KIT ON THE SAME SIDE AS THE BLOWER. ACCESS PANEL MUST BE LOCATED BATH ALLOW OPEN FRAMING ON ON THE SAME SIDE AS THE MOTOR.
Page 10: Under Deck Mounting Instructions
UNDER DECK MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Please note that care must be taken to protect the surface of the tub during all aspects of the installation. Do not drill or cut the bath deck with the tub directly beneath it as damage to the tub may result. 1.
Page 11: Electrical Instructions
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS All wiring must be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the national electrical code and all other applicable codes. WARNING: When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be observed, including the following: 1. DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Connect only to a circuit protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter. 2.
Page 12: Remote Air Blower Location Option
REMOTE BLOWER LOCATION OPTION It is not necessary that the blower motor be relocated. This option is provided for the case that a particular IMPORTANT! installation makes this effort practical. NOTE: Relocating blower motor from factory installed location, see photo 1, will require disassembly of air blower from mounting board.
Page 13: Freestanding Tubs
Freestanding Tubs General Information Rough in dimensions For critical dimensions, we suggest taking the measurements of the actual tub on site. All printed specifications are +/- 1/2 inch (13mm) and subject to change without notice. Access panel- A removable access panel is located on the drain side (rear) of the bath. It provides access for installation of the waste and overflow.
Page 14 All models have a built in access panel for drain installation that you may prefer to place on the less visible side of the bath. Although each installation may vary, Porcher offers two solutions to blower placement.
Page 15: Drain Assembly And Installation Instructions
AIR BATH DRAIN INSTALLATION - ALL AIR BATHS NOTE: All Porcher Air Bath configurations include a drain. Other drains cannot be used. NOTE: Include a 9" (229mm) wide by 18" (457mm) long cut-out in floor for drain. DRAIN CONNECTION AND...
Page 16 DRAIN CONNECTION 1. Remove and identify all drain components as defined in air bath drain illustration. 2. Find 1" schedule 40 PVC pipe, 12" length, HORIZONTAL DRAIN PIPE. Cut pipe to nominal 5" length and mark as “horizontal pipe”, drain to elbow section. 3.
Page 17 DRAIN CONNECTION continued... 8. Have assistant take drain assembly from step 6 and place over back surface of drain hole to engage the metal strainer bolt. Secure plastic drain base to metal strainer in drain opening using nut driver shaft. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN! Carefully remove excess silicone from acrylic surface as directed by silicone sealant directions.
Page 18 DRAIN CONNECTION continued... 13. Disassemble overflow wedge gasket and chrome overflow retainer as shown in photo M. 14. Place overflow wedge gasket onto plastic overflow pipe flange with round raised rib surface contacting flange as shown in photo N. 15. Tighten chrome overflow retainer onto drain overflow assembly pipe per photo O. 16.
Page 19 DRAIN CONNECTION continued... 20. Align flat on drain actuator shaft with corresponding flat in chrome metal overflow escutcheon and tighten set screw to fix overflow escutcheon in place per photos T and U. 21. Rotate left and right lightly to feel stops in drain cable control. This opens and closes drain. 22.
Page 20: Post Installation Instructions
POST INSTALLATION CLEAN-UP Remove all construction debris from bath. Tile grout can be removed with a wooden Popsicle stick or tongue depressor. Do not use wire brushes or any other metal implement on bath surface. Post installation clean-up generally can be completed using warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent. Stubborn dirt or stains may be removed using granular Spic and Span ®...
Page 21: Operation: Bath With Lights
Operation: Bath with Lights BATHING: • Close drain by rotating Drain Overflow Knob COUNTER-CLOCKWISE. • Fill bath with water at a comfortable bathing temperature, adding bath oils or salts as desired. OPERATING CHROMATHERAPY DISPLAY COLORS WHITE SLOW RAINBOW CYCLE FAST RAINBOW CYCLE TURQUOISE BLUE MAGENTA...
Page 22: Air Massage System
Enjoy the Ultimate Air Massage System When you look at a new Porcher air bath, all you’ll see is a smooth and comfortable interior surface. There are no bulky jet covers to sit on, and no hard-to-clean crevices. That’s because we’ve incorporated new “illusion” air jets directly into the bottom of each tub.
Page 23: Operation: Air Bath
Operation: Air Bath BATHING: • Close drain by rotating Drain Overflow Knob COUNTER-CLOCKWISE • Fill bath with water at a comfortable bathing temperature, adding bath oils or salts as desired. OPERATING AIR MASSAGE SYSTEM: ON/OFF: Press this button once to turn air-blower on. Press again to turn air-blower off.
Page 24: Operation: Air Bath With Lights
Operation: Air Bath with Lights BATHING: • Close drain by rotating Drain Overflow Knob COUNTER-CLOCKWISE • Fill bath with water at a comfortable bathing temperature, adding bath oils or salts as desired. OPERATING AIR MASSAGE AND CHROMATHERAPY SYSTEM: ON/OFF: Press this button once to turn air-blower on. Press again to turn air-blower off.
Page 25: Operation: Air Bath With Lights
Operation: Air Bath with Lights (continued) EXITING THE BATH: • Be sure to turn off the air-blower before draining bath. • Open drain by rotating Drain Overflow Knob CLOCKWISE. DRYING CYCLE OPTIONS STANDARD DRYING CYCLE An automatic drying cycle will start 20 minutes after the blower is turned off. The blower LED blinks while waiting for the purger cycle.
Page 26: Cleaning And Maintenance
Your Porcher air bath is designed to give you many years of pleasure with reasonable care and maintenance. Your new acrylic bathtub is tough, durable and easy to care for. The colors have been formulated to match other Porcher fixtures and enhance your choice of bathroom decorations. The high gloss surface will retain its lasting luster with proper care and maintenance.
Page 27: Warranty
Porcher warrants to the original consumer purchaser that it will, at its option, repair or replace this whirlpool or any of its parts that are found by Porcher, in its sole judgment, to be defective under normal residential use and maintenance so long as it is owned by the original consumer purchaser.

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