10 Aquatic
Elements Series Owner's Manual & Installation Guide
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION:
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
PRE-PLANNING ACCESS, PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
1. Building materials and wiring should be routed away from the pump body or other heat producing components.
2. Ensure that the floor is level and can support a load of 50 lbs. per square foot. (If floor is not level, shims may be
needed to level the bath.)
3. Plan installation to permit access for servicing. A minimum access panel of 14" x 18" must be provided to access the
pump or other equipment should service be needed at a later date.
4. Rough-in should be kept to a minimum until the unit is on the job site. Measurements may vary plus zero and minus
3/8" (+0, -3/8") from original specifications.
5. Sufficient clearance must be provided for access to service connections (motor, pump, and heater.)
a) Alcove Installation (with optional skirt): Access is provided by removing the skirt. To permit removal of skirt, allow
at least 6" clearance at both ends of tub: vanity, toilet, etc, must not obstruct skirt removal.
b) Island or Pier Installations: Provide access panel at motor end. [See
FRAMING DIAGRAMS
on page 11.]
c) Sunken Installations: Provide access panel in floor or in ceiling below.
6. Drain/waste pipe stub must be located in wall or floor to match location of drain, waste and overflow kit tee fitting.
Provide a 6" x 12" box-out in sub-floor or slab.
7. When fittings (spout, handles, valves, etc.) are to be mounted on the unit, be certain that the hot and cold water
copper supply lines are located where there is ample room for mounting before setting the unit in place.
8. Bathtub must be installed indoors only. Do not install outdoors or warranty will be voided.
WARNING –
When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
a) DANGER -
Risk of Electrical Shock. Connect only a separate circuit protected by a Ground-Fault
Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI).
b) Connection -
Electrical hook-up must be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with local,
state and national electrical codes.
c) Access Panel Required -
For build-in custom units, provide an access panel for servicing electrical components.
[See
FRAMING & INSTALLATION TYPES
on page 11.
]
