Safety precautions Definitions in this manual Make sure that the electrical supply components are according to the data • WARNING label. Means: Make sure that the assembly is carried out Safety warning. Failure to understand and • by qualified personnel. obey this warning may result in injury to you or to others.
Malibu/Sovereign bathtub in a right hand version. Measurements, box with contents Max Weight Malibu/Sovereign L = Length 1830 mm Malibu 1600/ Malibu 1700 / Sovereign 172 kg H = Height 1311 mm W = Width 800 mm...
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Chair outside the bathtub Highest position Lowest position 654 mm 710 mm 770 mm 760 mm (Malibu 1600) 1410 mm 860 mm (Malibu 1700 & Sovereign) 1435 mm (Malibu 1600) 1535 mm (Malibu 1700 & Sovereign) 1602 mm (Malibu 1600) 1702 mm (Malibu 1700 &...
Space for furniture and other personal items are not included in these measurements. Wall Position (measurements depending on Malibu/Sovereign bathtub model) Contact Arjo to order side / back / corner cover if: * Short side is equal or larger measurements than 60 mm ** Long side is equal or larger measurements than 80 mm •...
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Wall Position (measurements depending on Malibu/Sovereign bathtub model) Contact Arjo to order side / back / corner cover if: * Short side is equal or larger measurements than 60 mm ** Long side is equal or larger measurements than 80 mm •...
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Island Position (measurements depending on Malibu/Sovereign bathtub model) Contact Arjo to order side / back / corner cover if: * Short side is equal or larger measurements than 60 mm ** Long side is equal or larger measurements than 80 mm •...
Unpacking and assembly Preparations CAUTION To avoid equipment damage when unpacking of this product, always make sure that ALL staples are fully removed when removing the outer cover. This will prevent damage to the laminate surface. Remove the wooden lid and then the box covering the product. Check the contents. •...
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Before initial positioning (10 steps) Prior to moving the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub into its final position, check: • Water service, stop and mixing valves, lines, spout etc. See chapter “Water installation” on page 18 Fig. 1 • House drain system ready for hook-up. See chapter “Drain installation”...
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Fig. 4 Island position Wall position WARNING To avoid injury, make sure to always place the floor fixture (A) on the head end of the Malibu/ Sovereign bathtub, opposite from the lift arm. Decide the position of the floor fixtures depending on if the Malibu/Sovereign should be mounted against a wall or in an island position.
Electrical installation WARNING To avoid injury: • All plumbing and electrical work must be carried out by qualified personnel according to regulations and local codes. • To avoid risk of electrical shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with protective earth. •...
IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the customer to provide the correct certificated connection for the Arjo engineer to connect the unit. If a booster Pump assembly is installed, the base plate on which the pump assembly is mounted must be earthed.
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In both instances a 5A electrical equipment in bathrooms. fuse should be fitted. Alternatively a RCBO (Residual current Refer to Arjo Technical Support if further detail is operated circuit breaker with integral over required. current protection) to BS EN 61009-1 may be used.
Drain installation alternatives Recommended area for floor sink drain Option 1 Arjo recommends floor sink drain within the chassis foot end frame. See Fig. 1 Fig. 2 (2 steps) 1 Cut the drain pipe to a suitable length according to the floor drain.
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Option 2 Fig. 5 If the water trap is placed directly over the floor drain, the installation can be done as shown in order to shorten the distance between the water trap and the floor drain. See Fig. 5 and 6 (2 steps) 1 Remove the water trap.
Water installation NOTE Connection hoses (AH1014214 for hot water and AH1014219 for cold water) can be ordered from Arjo. Water supply requirement Max. static pressure 6 bar (600 kPa, 87 psi) Min. dynamic pressure 1 bar (100 kPa, 15 psi) Cold water temperature 2 - 20 °C...
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Water supply Connections are not included. Make sure to attach the proper connection to the floor and to the wall connection. The water supply can be arranged according to two main alternatives: Option 1: Water connection from floor. Option 2: Water connection from wall How to connect hoses (4 steps) 1 Move the Malibu/Sovereign bathtub so that connection hoses can be reached and connected...
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Air in the MPA pump Due to the possibility of air in the MPA pump 6316295, after connecting the bathtub, perform the venting the following way: Unscrew the vent plug and let the water flow out. After the water has been drained, close the cap and let the pump run for a few minutes.
Calibration of the thermostat mixer WARNING To avoid injury, failure to calibrate the thermostat mixer can lead to scalding incident with possible injury. Remember to calibrate the thermostatic mixer after every installation. WARNING To avoid injury, make sure that the HOT water supply has a stable temperature and represents the maximum hot water temperature available before the calibration procedure starts.
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7 If not in compliance, adjust the water temperature Fig. 2 by turning the plastic part counter-clockwise to raise the temperature or clockwise to lower the temperature. See Fig. 2 8 From the assembly kit, take out the black stop ring Fig.
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See Fig.1 6 Set the temperature control as low as possible. 7 Grab the disinfection spray handle. Arjo Clean (50) 8 Spray disinfection fluid while keeping an eye on the flow meter. 9 Check the liquid value so it is in accordance with the recommended mix ratio.
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Load test Static load test of the floor fixture of the unit The Malibu/Sovereign shall be fixed to a building structure. See section “Before initial positioning (10 steps)” on page 11, before load test is performed. 195 kg CAUTION To avoid equipment damage, do not operate the lift during the test.
415 kg (resident + water) Malibu/Sovereign tub raising time (full load) 33 ± 5 seconds Malibu 1600 and 1700 tub lowering time (full load) 28 ± 2 seconds Sovereign tub lowering time (full load) 29 ± 2 seconds Lifting stroke (lift arm) Malibu 1600...
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• Water connections Cold/hot water connection in-house supply 3/4” B.S.P Male (customers connection) Water connection to product: Cold 3/4” B.S.P female 1/2” B.S.P female Max. static pressure 6 bar (600 kPa, 87 psi) Min. operating pressure 1 bar (100 kPa, 15 psi) Min.
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Disposal of Malibu/Sovereign bathtub Malibu/Sovereign Bathtub End of Life Disposal • Equipment that has electrical and electronic components should be disassembled and recycled per Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) or in accordance with local or national regulation. • Disinfection liquids –...
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AUSTRALIA FRANCE Arjo Australia Arjo SAS Arjo Polska Sp. z o.o. Building B, Level 3 2 Avenue Alcide de Gasperi 11 Talavera Road CS 70133 Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113, FR-59436 RONCQ CEDEX Tel: +48 691 119 999 Australia Tél: +33 (0) 3 20 28 13 13 E-mail: arjo@arjo.com...
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At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembolism. With over 6500 people worldwide and 65 years caring for patients and healthcare professionals, we are committed to driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges.
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