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INSTALLATION DETAILS
1)
The alcove where the tub is to be located should be clean of all debris, level, plumb, and square.
2)
Measure the height from the subfloor to the bottom of the tub deck to determine where to locate your
ledger strip along the three walls of the alcove.
3)
Install the ledger insuring a level installation to the framework.
4)
Test fit the bath making sure the deck of the bath is fully supported, and that the base to the bath is in
full contact with the subfloor.
5)
Remove the bath from the alcove and flip the tub upside down.
6)
Apply a liberal amount of construction adhesive (make sure the construction adhesive states it is safe
for use on foam) to the high density foam supports, and along the ledger stip.
7)
Carefully set the tub back into its location right side up and apply pressure to set the adhesive. Check
the deck and base for full contact with the ledger and subfloor.
8)
Carefully pre drill the integrated drip edge at each stud and screw the bath to the framework. Hand
tighten screws ,and be cautious to not over tighten the screws. If the tub is gapped from the
framework place a shim prior to installation of the screw.
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