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3 wall base installation – Jacuzzi SUMMER RAINTM 2 WALL & 3 WALL WALK-IN SHOWER SYSTEMS User Manual

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STEP 7

With a large screwdriver and the tool included with the

drain, tighten the inside compression nut to seal the
drain pipe connection. After drain is fully installed, test
for proper drainage. If the shower base does not drain
properly, rectify this condition before proceeding with
the installation. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath is not respon-
sible for removal and/ or reinstallation costs.

NOTE: Watertight installation of the drain is the

installer’s responsibility. Drain leakage is excluded
from the Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath warranty.

Replace the strainer and tape over the drain hole to

prevent finishing material from entering drain.

STEP 6

With the drain fitting passing over the center of the

drainpipe, lower the shower base carefully into place,
push down firmly until the base is in place. You must
check the level of the base in two directions. Do not lift
a corner to level the base. This will cause a loss of
contact with the mortar. Attach the shower base flange
to the stud wall and blocking with self-drilling screws
(included). Use a minimum of 3 screws per flange
section.

NOTE: If there is any gap between base flange and

stud or blocking, shims MUST be used to prevent
distortion or cracking of the flange.

STUD

CEMENT BOARD

1/4" MINIMUM GAP

SILICONE
SEALANT

TILE

TILE
ADHESIVE

1/4" MINIMUM

GAP

SILICONE
SEALANT

STUD

CEMENT
BOARD

1/8" GAP

GROUT

STUD

SHIM IF NECESSARY

DO NOT FILL

CEMENT

BOARD

TILE

SILICONE
SEALANT

1-1/8" MAXIMUM

NO MINIMUM

3 WALL BASE INSTALLATION

CLEAN-UP AFTER INSTALLATION

To avoid dulling and scratching the acrylic surface of

the base, never use abrasive cleaners. A mild liquid
detergent and warm water clean soiled surfaces.

Remove spilled plaster with a wood or plastic edge.

Metal tools scratch the surface. Spots left by plaster or
grout can be removed if lightly rubbed with detergent on
a damp cloth or sponge.

Paint, tar, or other difficult stains can be removed with

paint thinner, turpentine, or isopropyl alcohol (rubbing
alcohol).

Minor scratches which do not penetrate the color

finish can be removed by lightly sanding with 600-grit
wet/dry sandpaper. You can restore the glossy finish to
the acrylic surface of the base with a special compound,
Meguiar’s #10 Mirror Glaze. If not available, use auto-
motive rubbing compound followed by an application of
automotive paste wax.

Major scratches and gouges which penetrate the

acrylic surface require refinishing. Ask your Jacuzzi
Whirlpool Bath dealer for special instructions.

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