Care And Cleaning - MAAX 103534-000-270-001 Installation Instructions Manual

Installation Procedure
Special Application For Sound Deadening or
Fireproofing
If the bathtub must be elevated above the subfloor for
sound deadening or fireproofing, excluding above the floor
framework, the following procedures must be used:
Note: Depending upon wall board application, the bathtub
enclosure must be framed out accordingly. Refer to the
Understanding Framework Construction section for more
information on wall board installation.
1. Refer to the plumbing fixture manufacturers instructions.
Install any portion of the drain or overflow hardware
required, prior to bathtub installation. Refer to the
illustration in the Plumbing section for dimensions.
2. Snap the bathtub clips on the bathtub flange and locate as
noted in the dimensions illustration.
3. Measure and locate 1 x 4's or 2 x 4's on the subfloor, as
noted in the illustration in this section. Trial fit the bathtub
and make sure there is full contact with the subfloor
framework, the front bottom edge of the bathtub, and the
feet on the bottom of the bathtub.
4. Make sure the bathtub is level in both directions. If
shimming is necessary, shim between the 1 x 4's or
2 x 4's and the existing subfloor.
This product is not designed for above-the-floor mounting (the
base of the bathtub must be fully supported by the subfloor).
Any application other than that covered in this manual, will
void the warranty.
5. Remove the bathtub. Securely attach the 1 x 4's or 2 x
4's to the subfloor, in the positions determined in Step 3
and Step 4.
6. The subfloor is now ready for a slurry of fast drying
cement (Quikrete or other product). This material must
completely fill the areas between the 1 x 4's or 2 x 4's,
where the bottom of the bathtub rests. This will ensure
complete support of the bathtub.
7. Place the bathtub into the framework enclosure and firmly
press it into the mortar/thinset. Level the bathtub in both
directions.
8. Secure the bathtub to the framework studs by attaching
the bathtub clips with large head roofing nails (one nail per
clip).
9. Allow the mortar/thinset to cure for 24 hours.
10. Make sure the protective plastic liner is in the bathtub and/
or place cardboard, or similar
scratch-resistant material, in the bottom of the bathtub to
prevent possible damage during further construction
11. Follow all local building codes and manufacturers
instructions to install the bathtub enclosure walls and
install the plumbing fixtures.
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