Comfort PLUS Whirlpool BathPage 8 www.jacuzzi.com Installation and OperationEnglishInspection and TestingVisual InspectionBathtub Water and Operational TestFraming and SupportFigure 1All bathtub units are factory tested for proper operation and watertight connections prior to shipping. However, the unitmust be retested by the installer prior to installation. Jacuzzi Luxury Bath is not responsible for any defect that couldhave been discovered, repaired, or avoided by following this inspection and testing procedure:1 Place the bathtub on a level surface, near appropriate electrical supply, water supply, and water drainage. Adriveway is a suitable choice.2 Seal the drain and overflow hole with tape or a stopper and fill the bathtub to the bottom of the overflow hole.3 Allow bathtub to stand for 5 minutes.4 Plug in motor/pump and turn unit on. Confirm that all features function as described in the Operation section ofthis manual. Do not install the bathtub if bathtub fails to operate as described.5 Visually inspect all joints for leaks. Do not install the bathtub if leaks are detected.6 Return bathtub to box or otherwise protect from damage until time of installation.1 Remove the bathtub from the shipping carton. Be careful not to scratch the surface of the bathtub on exposedstaples. Remove the staples or fold them into the carton. Retain the carton until satisfactory inspection of theproduct has been made. Do not lift the bathtub by the plumbing at any time; handle by the shell only.2 Inspect the shell and bathtub components. Should inspection reveal any damage or defect in the finish or visibledamage to any components, do not install the bathtub. Damage or defect to the finish claimed after the bathtubis installed is excluded from the warranty. Jacuzzi Luxury Bath’s responsibility for shipping damage ceases upondelivery of the products in good order to the carrier.3 Refer any claims for damage to the carrier. For definitions of warranty coverage and limitations, refer to thepublished warranty information packed with the product or in the back of this manual.A technical specifications manual has been included with your bathtub. The Technical Specifications Manual willcontain pertinent information regarding your Jacuzzi Luxury Bath product. Locate the Technical Specifications Manualat this time. Common Access LocationsFrame out the space where the bathtub is to be located. The followingshould be taken into consideration when preparing the area:• Dimensions provided on rough-in diagrams are nominal. Measure youractual unit upon receipt and build according to the actual dimensions.• The floor structure beneath the bathtub must be able to support thetotal weight of the bathtub, water and bather.• The unit must be supported from the bottom of the bathtub and notfrom the bathtub rim. For drop-in installations, take into account thethickness of the surround material and finishing material (marble, tile,etc.).• The rim of the bath is not designed to support weight. If finish materialis to overlap or contact the bath, the added weight must be fullyself-supporting.• Ensure the rim will rest on a level surface.• Per code, access must be provided to the motor/pump for your specificmodel. Primary and secondary service access locations are shown inthe rough-in diagrams contained in the Technical Specificationssection.It is the responsibility of the installer, building contractor, or owner to provide access for service. Jacuzzi isnot responsible for any costs relating to obtaining access for repair. The owner shall bear such costs and, ifappropriate, must seek recovery from the installer.• Provide adequate ventilation for cooling and supply sufficient air for the motor/pump. Do not insulatearound the equipment.• Your bathtub may have motor/pump parts that extend beyond the rim of the bathtub. Refer to the rough-indiagrams included in the warranty pack and construction framing to correctly accommodate.