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COMFORT WHIRLPOOL
BATH SERIES
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
®
Jacuzzi Luxury Bath
14525 Monte Vista Avenue
Chino, CA 91710
1-800-288-4002
www.jacuzzi.com
HE97000
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Contents Contents. ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Product Information. ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 Safety Instructions. .........................................................................................
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Safety Instructions INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS. This is a professional grade product. A knowledge of construction techniques, plumbing and electrical installation according to codes are required for proper installation and user satisfaction. We recommend that a licensed contractor perform the installation of all Jacuzzi® Luxury Bath products. Our warranty does not cover improper installation related problems. CAUTI
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Operational Safety Instructions WARNING: Do not operate this unit without the guard over the intake for the circulation pump (suction cover/strainer). CAUTION: This equipment is intended for indoor use only. Install the equipment in accordance with these instructions. Use supply wires that are suitable for 167°F (75°C), including the temperature rating of the supply conductors to be used. This unit should be electrically grounded and installed by
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Operational Safety Instructions WARNING: RISK OF HYPERTHERMIA AND POSSIBLE DROWNING! Do not use a hydromassage bathtub equipped with a heater immediately following strenuous exercise. WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Do not operate hydromassage system unless the bath is • filled with water to at least 1-2˝ (25-51 mm) above the highest jet. Do not immerse the control panel by overfilling the bath. • When cleaning your bath, do not use abrasive substan
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Operational Safety Instructions (cont) WARNING: The use of alcohol, drugs or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia. People using medications or having an adverse medical history should consult a physician before using a hydromassage bathtub equipped with a heater. WARNING: Do not tamper with user-operated controls or such devices. WARNING: Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attac
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Introduction FLUSH TO THE WALL The drain/overflow of the bath extends below the bottom of the bath. Note that this requires a cutout in the floor. Tile The floor structure beneath the bath must be able to Mortar/ support a total weight of bath, water, and bather. Refer Adhesive to the table under total weight for your model. The unit must be supported from the bottom of the bath and Sealant not from the bath rim or tile flange. If the subfloor is level and a con
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Typical Flange Mounting Detail Tile Tile Tile Adhesive Tile Adhesive Cement Board Cement Board Wood Stud Mounting Screws Mounting Screws Wood Stud Flange Flange 1˝ x 4˝ (not for support) Caulking Caulking Flange Flange Wood Stud Wood Stud Shim Shim Figure 2 The shims may be used to tighten, or close, up any remaining gaps between the flange and the wood stud. Undermount Installation Options The undermount allows for the opportunity to be flexible in the design and loc
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Inspection and Testing Visual Inspection Remove the bathtub from the shipping carton. Be careful not to scratch the surface of the bathtub on exposed 1 staples. Remove the staples or fold them into the carton. Retain the carton until satisfactory inspection of the product has been made. Do not lift the bathtub by the plumbing at any time; handle by the shell only. Inspect the shell and bathtub components. Should inspection reveal any damage or defect in the finish or
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Framing and Support A technical specifications manual has been included with your bathtub. The Technical Specifications Manual will contain pertinent information regarding your Jacuzzi Luxury Bath product. Locate the Technical Specifications Manual at this time. Common Access Locations Frame out the space where the bathtub is to be located. The following should be taken into consideration when preparing the area: Dimensions provided on rough-in diagrams are • nom
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Electrical Connections Risk of electric shock. Connect only to a dedicated circuit protected by a GFCI. When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed: Always follow local building and electrical codes. • Grounding is required. The unit should be installed and grounded by a qualified electrician. • A separate, dedicated 120VAC, 15 Amp GFCI circuit is required for the pump/motor. Risk of component overheat. Do not use electric extension cor
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Reference Illustrations These illustrations are for reference only, as the unit comes fully assembled. Risk of electric shock. Before servicing the unit, disconnect all power supply cables to all 120VAC services. J2 Control Panel Schematic Diagram CONTROL PANEL 120VAC 15A GFCI CONTROL BOX PUMP/MOTOR Figure 7 Page 12 www.jacuzzi.com Installation and Operation English
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Drop-in Installation Before you begin your installation, please read the following: Observe all local and building codes. • Determine which tools will be used during the installation. • Additional bathtub drain parts and plumbing are commercially available at plumbing and hardware stores. • Drain/Overflow rough-in information is included with your bathtub in the installation instruction manual. • Complete the bathtub surround installation. Install drain/overflow acco
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Drop-in Installation (con’t) Install the unit, inserting the motor/pump end first, Tile or 8 Finished Scrap Lumber lowering the bathtub into the opening as shown in Surface the illustration. 2˝ (50mm) Max Thickness Substrate DO NOT use plumbing fixtures or lines to lower the unit. Allow the bathtub to rest on the supports. Level Subfloor Member Support Figure 10 Inspect all fittings, plumbing, and control lines 9 after inserting to insure the components are not
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath 3-Wall Alcove Installation Install the drain/overflow according to the 1 Cement Board manufacturer’s instructions. Refer also to the Mortar Technical Specifications Manual. Finishing Watertight installation of the drain is the installer’s Material responsibility. Drain leakage is excluded from the Plastic Filler Jacuzzi Luxury Bath warranty of this product. Silicon/Sealant Bath Rim Screw Install the faucet at this time. It is recommended that 2 Tile Flange the fauc
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Undermount Installation Install drain/overflow according to the manufacturer’s 1 instructions. Template Watertight installation of the drain is the installer’s responsibility. Drain leakage is excluded from the Jacuzzi Luxury Bath warranty of this product. Bathtub Rim Turn off power supply to dedicated GFCI protected 2 circuits. Install the unit in desired location. DO NOT use plumbing Figure 16 - Template Placement 3 fixtures or lines to carry or lower the unit.
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath General Operation Information All bathtubs manufactured by Jacuzzi Luxury Bath are designed for “fill and drain,” which means the bathtub Fill to at least 1˝ to 2˝ should be drained after each use and filled with fresh above highest jet water by the next bather. This is a health precaution, as these bathtubs are not designed to hold water continuously like pools or spas. Close the drain and fill the bathtub until water is at least 1˝ to 2˝ (25mm to 51mm) above the
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Air Flow (if equipped) Turn the left air valve dial to active the left air valves. Turn the right air valve dial to activate the right air Turn the dial clockwise to reduce the air Turn the dial counter-clockwise to increase the valves. flow air flowclockwise to reduce the air flow The amount of air induced into the whirlpool jets can be controlled from maximum to none. Figure 20 Controlling Whirlpool Direction and Flow Direction - All Jacuzzi jets, except the ro
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Purging the Whirlpool System To remove accumulations of bathtub residue from the whirlpool system, it is recommended that a whirlpool bathtub be cleaned at least twice a month. For best results, however, we recommend that you clean your whirlpool bathtub after each use using, Systems Clean™, our exclusive two-part plumbing system cleaner made specifically for whirlpool bathtubs. Systems Clean™ is available through an authorized Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath Distributor or b
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Comfort Whirlpool Bath Suction Cover/Strainer Maintenance Clean the suction cover/strainer of hair and debris when necessary. Suction Fitting Remove the center screw and detach the suction 1 Suction Cover cover. Clean the cover by backflushing debris from the holes. 2 Replace the suction cover immediately after cleaning. 3 When reinstalling, orient the cover/strainer with the small notch at the bottom. The gasket must be inserted into the groove of the cover/strainer before reinstalli
