Access 3260 Series, Installation & Operational Instructions

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CONSTRUCTION

The tub surface is made of Lucite XL® Acrylic. The substructure 
is a composite laminate constructed of fire retardant fillers.

ELECTRICAL

Factory wired for 120 Volt 20 Amps. Ground-Fault Circuit 
Interrupter (GFCI) is required. The 20 Amp GFCI breaker must 
not supply any other circuits or devices. 

A second GFCI circuit of 

15 Amps if needed for the Inline Heater.

 An access panel must 

be installed to permit pump service.

The unit must be connected only to a supply circuit that is 
protected by a Ground-Fault Circut Interrupter (GFCI). Such a 
GFCI should be provided by the installer and should be tested on 
a routine basis.To test the GFCI push the test button. The GFCI 
should interrupt power. Push the reset button. The power should 
be restored. If the GFCI fails to operate in this manner, there is 
a ground current flowing indicating the possibility of an electrical 
shock. 

(See schematic on Pg. 5)

ELECTRICAL ROUGH-IN
WARNING:

 When using electrical products basic precautions 

should always be followed including the following: Rough-in 
wiring to equipment on a Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). 
The GFCI circuit breaker must not supply any other devices 
or circuits. An access panel must be installed to permit pump 
service.

WARNING:

 Failure to follow instructions exposes users to risk of 

electrical shock or fire.

PLUMBING ROUGH-IN

The bath waste pipe protrudes below the base approximately one 
inch. Provide supply pipe, rough-in waste and vent per local code.

NOTE:

 On some models, the pump may exceed beyond the 

perimeter of the tub. If you have such a model, please make 
allowance during installation. 

See Page 4.

BATH WASTE AND OVERFLOW 
Recommended Geberit 151.506.00.0 17-24 inch Cable 
Overflow and Waste with a 151.550.21.1 Chrome Cap

Read instructions enclosed with bath waste drain (not included) 
for proper setting and fitting. Water tight installation of the drain 
is the installer’s responsibility. 

IT IS THE INSTALLERS RESPONSIBILITY TO

SUPPLY ACCESS TO PUMP AND EQUIPMENT.

1.  Once the tub is leveled, the tub must be supported or 

stabilized with plaster or mortar. If the tub has a supporting 
base, then mortar is not required.

2.  For Caulking, we recommend 100% sanitary silicone rather 

than latex.

3.  For quieter operation, you may choose to insulate the 

surrounding.

PROTECTION OF TUB

Use a section of the box, cut to size, and place in the bottom of 
the tub. When possible, keep the box cover over the tub. These 
steps will help protect the tub from abrasion or damage during 
installation.

SETTING TUB IN PLACE

The tub needs to be set in mortar or plaster to level tub and pre-
vent shifting after installation. 
Apply mortar to the floor area that makes contact with the tub 
base. Set tub in opening and push on bottom of tub to secure in 
mortar. 

TUB MUST NOT “HANG” FROM LIP OF TUB! 

Do not 

allow tub lip and edges bear any weight of the tub. Do not fill tub 
with water until mortar has hardened. Seal all joints with sanitary 
silicone.

FINISHING

Before finishing with your choice of material, make sure access 
entries are available to the pump, bath waste pipe, and plumbing 
fixtures. Finish as desired and seal around tub, preferably with 
sanitary silicone.

CLEAN PUMP SYSTEM

After tub is installed and ready to use, remove all construction 
debris and clean the pump and system.

SUGGESTION:

 During construction, we suggest that you cover 

tub to avoid use as trash receptacle.

TESTING

Connect trap to bath waste pipe. Temporarily connect garden 
hose for water testing. Tub must be clean before filling. Seal drain 
with plug and fill tub 2” above jet fittings. Run pump approximately 
20 minutes. Check for leaks. Turn pump off and let water sit in tub 
about 5 minutes. Check for leaks in return pipe and fittings. Drain 
the tub and shut off circuit breaker.

NOTE: ALL TUBS ARE FACTORY TESTED FOR PROPER 
WATERTIGHT OPERATION. 

However, the tub must be filled with 

water to check for leaks that may have resulted from handling, 
before finishing the tub installation. Access Tubs is not responsible 
for any defects that could have been discovered, repaired or 
avoided by following this testing and inspection procedure.

GENERAL NOTES

INSTALLATION