PRAXIS AWP 3260 CWH Installation Instructions Manual page 4

INSTALLATION WITH MOLDED ACRYLIC OR SCREW
ON TILE FLANGE
1 Drill through flange at the framing studs.
2 Screw flange to framing studs.
3 For units equipped with the acrylic flange, bring the
sheathing to the top of the flange and seal the joint. (See
diagram A)
4 For units equipped with the screw on tile flange, it
is necessary to caulk between the flange and tub after
attaching the flange to the framing. Allow the sealant to dry,
then bring the sheathing over the flange. (See diagram B)
5 Tile over sheathing and/or flange, sealing all joints between
the tub and tile.
INSTALLATION WITH MOLDED ACRYLIC OR SCREW ON TILE FLANGE
1) Drill through flange at the framing studs.
6 Insert horizontal edge of skirt into top brackets. Once
2) Screw flange to framing studs.
skirt is plumb, scribe a line on the floor parallel to bottom
3) For units equipped with the acrylic flange, bring the sheathing to the top of the flange and seal
of skirt.
the joint. (See diagram A).
4) For units equipped with the screw on tile flange, it is necessary to caulk between the flange and
7 Mount (3) lower braces to floor approximately 1/4"
tub after attaching the flange to the framing. Allow the sealant to dry, then bring the sheathing
behind line (1 center of skirt - 1 on each end of the toe
over the flange. (See diagram B)
kick.)
5) Tile over sheathing and/or flange, sealing all joints between the tub and tile.
1) Insert horizontal edge of skirt into top brackets. Once skirt is plumb, scribe a line on the floor
parallel to bottom of skirt.
8 Lift skirt until seam between tub and skirt is minimal,
screw (5) into place.
9 Place decorative caps over screw heads.
NOTE: Caulking may be used to completely conceal seam
between tub and skirt. In some cases it may be necessary to
widen the recess in the top brackets, if so, use a hand saw
and cut in 1/8" increments. DO NOT deepen recess.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Please refer to
important safety instructions included on the cover of this
manual before operating or using the whirlpool bath.
Maximum soaking temperature should not exceed 104
degrees (F) 40 degrees (C). Consult a physician for specific
temperature and length of use specifications, depending on
health considerations.
Children, elderly or infirm bathers must remain under close
supervision.
Keep hair away from suction fitting to prevent entrapment.
Do not use while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Diagram A
AWP 3260 CWH
Installation Instructions
Hydro-massage Bathtub - UL 1795
Diagram B