LE74000B
08/2017
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Jacuzzi Luxury Bath
14525 Monte Vista Avenue
Chino, CA 91710
1-800-288-4002
www.jacuzzi.com
SHOWER BASES
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Contents
Save these instructions for future use. Use the form below to record your model and serial number for future reference.
Date Purchased
Purchased From
Installed By
Serial Number
Model
Installer: Leave the manual for the homeowner.
Homeowner: Read this manual and keep for future reference.
Product Information
NOTE
Contents. ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Product Information. ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
Shower Base Installation Instructions.............................................................................................................................. 3
Clean Up After Installation. .............................................................................................................................................. 6
Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Warranty Registration Card ............................................................................................................................................. 7
For Spanish and French installation instructions, please visit www.jacuzzi.com/baths/support/owners-manuals/.
Para instrucciones de instalación en español, por favor visite www.jacuzzi.com/baths/support/owners-manuals/.
Pour directives d'installation en français canadien, veuillez visiter www.jacuzzi.com/baths/support/owners-manuals/.
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Remove the shower base from the carton. Do not destroy the shipping carton until after satisfactory inspection of the
product. Should initial inspection reveal any damage or defect in the shower nish, do not install the shower base. Jacuzzi
Luxury Bath’s responsibility for shipping damage ceases upon delivery of the product in good order to the carrier. Refer any
claims of damage to the carrier. Any damage or defect claimed after installation is excluded from the warranty. Jacuzzi
is not responsible for any defect or damage that could have been discovered, repaired, or avoided by following this
inspection and testing procedure.
Plan the installation in relation to the nished wall surfaces. Take into account the dimensions of both the shower base and
the door enclosure. Install the optional trim parts after all other installation is completed.
Provide a minimum 5" x 5” opening in the suboor. The opening should be located on the center lines ( ) of the base
drain hole. Refer to technical product specications which can be found at www.jacuzzi.com/baths/support/specs-and-
manuals/. The opening is to accommodate a 2” waste pipe. The waste pipe should be 1/4" to 1/2” above the surface
of the suboor, see Figure 1. If the suboor is level, no other preparation is necessary. Proceed to install the base. If the
suboor is not level, level the shower base by spreading a oor-leveling compound, mortar, plaster, or minimal expansion
structural foam with a density of 5 pounds per cubic foot (lb/ft
³
) minimum, see Figure 2 (page 4).
NOTE: The compound must make contact with the entire bottom surface of the base feet. The base is not to be supported
by the base ange. Both sides of a joint or splice of sub-oor should be level to each other.
1
2
3
Figure 1
Neo-Angle Rough-In
(See technical product
specifications on
www.jacuzzi.com/baths
for proper size of alcove
and drain location.)
Square or Rectangular
Rough-In (See technical
product specifications on
www.jacuzzi.com/baths
for proper size of alcove
and drain location.)
Blocking is used between studs.
Height to be even with base flange.
Blocking is used between studs.“Height to be even
with base flange.”
*5” x 5” Floor Opening
Refer to your model for
correct location.
*5” x 5” Floor Opening
Refer to your model for correct
location. (Shown with Left-Hand
Drain Location).
*Note: Be sure floor opening matches the bath fixture drain location.
*Note: Be sure floor opening matches the bath fixture drain location.
Drain stub-out is located
1/4” to 1/2” above the sub-floor.
Drain stub-out is located
1/4” to 1/2” above the sub-floor.
*Alternate floor opening for center drains
90°
90°
A + 1/4”
Min.
A + 1/4”
Min.
B + 1/4”
Min.
B + 1/4”
Min.
90°
90°
Shower Base Installation Instructions
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Install the shower drain in accordance to the drain manufacturer's recommendations, see Figure 2. Position and install the
shower base over the drain, see Figure 2. With the drain tting passing over the center of the drain pipe, lower the
shower base carefully into place. Push down rmly until the base is in place. Check the level of the base in two directions,
see Figure 3.
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Shower Base Installation Instructions (Continued)
Do not lift a corner to level the base. This will result in loss of contact with the mortar.
Attach the shower base ange to the stud wall and blocking with the stainless-steel screws provided. Use a minimum of three
screws per ange section, see Figure 4. If there is a gap between the base ange and the stud or blocking, a shim must be
used to prevent distortion or cracking of the ange.
Use the stainless-steel screws provided.
If there is any gap between the base ange and stud or blocking, shims must be used.
Tighten the drain as directed by the instructions that came with the drain kit. After the drain is fully installed, test for proper
drainage.
If the shower base does not drain properly, correct this condition before proceeding with the installation.
Watertight installation is the installer’s responsibility, as drain leakage is excluded from the Warranty. Jacuzzi is
not responsible for reinstallation costs.
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
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Figure 4
INCORRECT INCORRECT
CORRECT
Blocking
Base flange
Use screws
provided
Gap
Stud
Blocking
Base flange
Use screws
provided
Leveling
Shim
Stud
Blocking
Base flange
Use screws
provided
Stud
Leveling
shim
CAUTION
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Figure 2
Note: If sub-floor
is not level, use
mortar or leveling
compound. Spread
evenly over the
entire area.
NOTE: The compound must make contact with the
entire bottom surface of the base feet. The base is not
to be supported by the base flange. Both sides of a joint
or splice of sub-floor should be level to each other.
Install drain before lowering
into place. Refer to your model
if drain is included.
Figure 3
For front to back leveling, if level extends to
the front dam, shim may be necessary at the
back of the base as the front dam is higher.
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Replace the strainer, if your drain kit came with one, and tape over the drain
hole to prevent nishing material from entering the drain. Place a
cement board or equivalent on top of the shower base ange and
secure to studwall, see Figure 5.
Apply tile, or other nishing material, leaving a 1/8” gap between the
nishing material and the ange lip of the shower base, see Figure 7. Seal
this gap with a silicone sealant. Leave a minimum 1/4” weep hole at the
back and front corners of the shower base, see Figures 6 and 7. Add 100%
silicone under the tile and backer board on top of the threshold only, see
Figure 6. Refer to local building codes for proper nishing or other trades.
Shower Base Installation Instructions (Continued)
Figure 5
Cement board
Blocking
Silicone sealant
1/4” Min Weep Hole
Leave drain valley
clear of silicone
Figure 6
100% Silicone under
tile on top of threshold
sealing the front
perimeter from any
possible water passage.
1/8”
Gap
Tile
Cement
board
Tile
adhesive
Blocking
1/4” Min Weep Hole
Silicone sealant
Figure 7
7
8
The weep holes are necessary to allow drainage
from leakage through an unsealed tiled grout.
Filling the area marked "Do Not Fill" in Figure 8, will prevent
moisture from draining back to the base through the weep holes,
see Figure 8. Such moisture is due to leakage through the tile
grout. Sealing the tile grout will prevent this leakage.
CAUTION
Shim (If
necessary)
Silicone sealant
Cement
board
Blocking
Tile
STUD
Grout
DO NOT FILL
Figure 8
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Clean Up After Installation
• The acrylic nish will give long-lasting beauty when properly maintained. To avoid dulling and scratching of the nish, never
use abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals. A mild liquid detergent and warm water will clean soiled surfaces.
• Remove spilled plaster with a wood or plastic edge. Metal tools will scratch the surface. Spots left by plaster or grout can be
removed if lightly rubbed with a mild detergent and a damp cloth or sponge.
• Minor scratches that do not penetrate the color nish can be removed by lightly sanding the surface with a 600-grit,
wet-dry sandpaper. To restore the glossy nish, use a special compound like Meguiar’s No. 10 Mirror Glaze. If it is not
available, use an automotive rubbing compound followed by an application of automotive paste wax.
• Major scratches and gouges that penetrate the acrylic surface may require renishing. Ask your Jacuzzi Luxury Bath
dealer for special instructions.
Specications Subject To Change Without Notice
Jacuzzi
Luxury Bath has obtained applicable code (standards) listings generally available on a national basis for products of this
type. It is the responsibility of the installer/owner to determine specic local code compliance prior to installation of the product.
Jacuzzi
Luxury Bath makes no representation or warranty regarding, and will not be responsible for any code compliance.
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Jacuzzi Luxury Bath Limited Warranty
Acrylic Shower Base
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Jacuzzi Luxury Bath (“Company”) offers the following limited warranty to the original purchaser of any Jacuzzi Luxury Bath acrylic shower base (“unit”)
who purchases the product for personal or single family use (“user”). Company will repair or replace, at its option, the unit or options and accessories
referenced below in accordance with the following terms and conditions. Units in commercial use are excluded from any warranty coverage whatsoever.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE LIMITED WARRANTY, AS EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS APPLY.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON ACRYLIC SHOWER BASE
Jacuzzi Luxury Bath warrants shower bases against defects in material or workmanship for one (1) year. Warranty coverage begins on the date the unit
was originally purchased by the user.
NINETY DAY (PARTS ONLY) LIMITED WARRANTY ON OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES
Jacuzzi Luxury Bath warrants drain options and accessories manufactured by Company and purchased with a Jacuzzi® shower base against defects in
material or workmanship for ninety (90) days for parts only. Warranty coverage begins on the date the option or accessory was originally purchased by
the user.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, WARRANTY LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED ALTOGETHER OR TO THE
FULLEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW. This Limited Warranty takes the place of all other warranties, express or implied, in fact or at law, including
implied warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose. All warranty service must be performed by Company or its designated
representative using authorized Jacuzzi® parts. No agent, dealer, distributor, service company or other party is authorized to change, modify or
extend the terms of this limited warranty in any manner whatsoever. Company will not be responsible for any statements or representations made in
any form that go beyond, are broader than, or are inconsistent with any authorized literature or specications furnished by Jacuzzi Luxury Bath. Our
limited warranty does not cover defects, damage, or failure caused by the common carrier, installer, user, or other person, or resulting from, without
limitation, any of the following: careless handling (e.g., improper lifting of unit, abrading nish, etc.); modication of any type for any reason (including
modication to meet local codes); improper installation and/or use (including, but not limited to, installation and/or use not in accordance with instructions
and specications provided with the unit); connections supplied by the installer of the equipment; misuse; incorrect operation, or lack of proper routine
maintenance; use of abrasive or improper cleaners; or acts of God, such as lightning, oods, earthquakes, etc.
In addition, COMPANY WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES or losses arising from any cause (e.g.,
water damage to carpet, ceiling, loss of use, etc.) including its own negligence; damages to, respecting, or resulting from: plated parts when chemicals
are used in the unit; optional equipment not manufactured by Company but supplied by Dealer, installer or Company; the unit's prior usage as an
operational display; or defects that should have been discovered before installation. This exclusion applies even if Company was advised in advance of
the possibility of such damages.
This limited warranty does not include: labor, transportation, or other costs incurred in the removal and/or reinstallation of the original unit and/or
installation of a replacement unit; any costs relating to obtaining access for repair; or loss of use of the product and cost for removal of defective product,
including water damage, loss of prot or business advantage of any kind under any circumstances. Units in commercial use are excluded from any
warranty coverage whatsoever. The liability of Company under this limited warranty, if any, shall not exceed the original amount paid for the defective
product. Dated proof of purchase of unit is required for a warranty claim. These disclaimers shall be equally applicable to any service provided by
Company and its designated representatives.
Warranty coverage is provided only in the United States of America and Canada.
LEGAL RIGHTS: This Limited Warranty gives you specic legal rights. There are no warranties applicable to Jacuzzi® products except as expressly
stated herein or as implied by applicable state and federal laws. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, disclaimer of certain warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental damages, so some of the
above limitations may not apply to you. Company will not be responsible for any statements or representations made in any form that go beyond, are
broader than or are inconsistent with any authorized literature or specications furnished by Company.
RETURN OF WARRANTY CARD
The attached pre-addressed Warranty Registration Card MUST be lled out by the purchaser within thirty (30) days from purchase and mailed to Jacuzzi
Luxury Bath in order for this warranty to become effective.
Jacuzzi
Luxury Bath Shower Base
Jacuzzi
Luxury Bath
14525 Monte Vista Avenue
Chino, California 91710
RESPONSIBILITIES OF OTHERS
Inspecting the unit prior to installation is the responsibility of the installer or building contractor who acts on behalf of the user. They are responsible for
ensuring the unit is free of defect or damage. Notices are placed on and in the unit and on the shipping carton advising the installer of this responsibility.
In the event of a problem, the unit must not be installed. The Company is not responsible for failures or damage that could have been discovered,
repaired, or avoided by proper inspection and testing prior to installation.
Damage occurring in transit is the responsibility of the carrier. The user or installer MUST open the crates and inspect the unit for damage when it is
delivered. If damage is discovered, it must be reported immediately to the seller and the carrier in writing, and an inspection requested. Failure of the
carrier to respond should be reported to the seller and the carrier. Your freight claims should be led promptly thereafter.
It is the responsibility of the installer, building contractor, or user to provide access for service. The Company is not responsible for any costs relating to
obtaining access for repair. The user shall bear such costs and, if appropriate, must seek recovery from the installer.
Damage occurring to the unit during installation is the responsibility of the installer and/or building contractor and damage occurring thereafter is the
responsibility of the user.
Failure of any optional equipment is the sole responsibility of the equipment manufacturer. (Options and accessories manufactured by the Company are
warranted for ninety (90) days from the original date of purchase for parts only.)
The Distributor or Dealer is responsible for knowing local code requirements and notifying the installing contractor and/or user of these requirements at
the time of purchase. The Company is not responsible for costs to modify any product to obtain any code approval, such as city, county, or state building
codes in U.S.A. or municipal or provincial codes in Canada.
WARRANTY SERVICE
For the customer's benet, the Company maintains a list of independent service personnel to perform required warranty service repairs. Such rms are
not agents or representatives of the Company and cannot bind the Company by words or conduct.
The Company will provide the warranty service described above when the following conditions have been met: the failure is of the nature or type covered
by the warranty; the user has informed an Authorized Jacuzzi Luxury Bath Service Agent or Warranty Service Department Representative of the nature
of the problem during the warranty period; conclusive evidence (e.g., proof of purchase or installation) is provided to the foregoing by the user proving
that the failure occurred or was discovered within the warranty period; an authorized independent service person or Company representative has been
permitted to inspect the unit during regular business hours within a reasonable time after the problem was reported by the user.
In order to obtain warranty service, consult your local telephone book for the location of the nearest Jacuzzi Luxury Bath Authorized Service Agent.
Describe the problem and the Authorized Service Agent will inspect the unit and provide the required warranty service.
If you are unable to contact a Jacuzzi Luxury Bath Authorized Service Agent, call or write:
Jacuzzi
Luxury Bath
14525 Monte Vista Avenue
Chino, California, 91710
Call: 800-288-4002
To obtain warranty replacement for factory-installed components or Company supplied options and accessories
manufactured and supplied by the Company, call or write the above. Provide a description of the problem and proof
of purchase. You will be instructed how to obtain replacements and where to return, at your expense, the failed
component(s), option(s), or accessory(ies).
All replacement parts, equipment, and repairs shall assume the remaining warranty period of the part(s) replaced.
The Company's warranty obligation shall be discharged upon tender of replacement or repair. The customer's refusal
to accept the tender terminates the Company's warranty obligation.
Ninety-Day
Parts Only
Limited Warranty
On
Accessory(ies)
Warranty
Registration Card
Ninety-Day
Parts Only
Limited Warranty
On
Accessory(ies)
This card must be lled out and returned to the address printed on the other
side within thirty (30) days from date of purchase in order for this warranty
to become effective.
Purchaser's Name
__________________________________________
Purchaser's Address ________________________________________
City _____________________________ State ______ Zip _________
Date of Purchase ___________________________________________
Model Name ______________________________________________
Serial Number _____________________________________________
Dealer's Name _____________________________________________
Dealer's Address ___________________________________________
1. How did you rst hear about this Jacuzzi® product?
( ) Advertisement ( ) Article in Magazine/Newspaper
( ) Visited Dealer/Plumbing Supplier ( ) Yellow Pages
( ) Builder/Plumber/Remodeler ( ) Decorator/Architect
( ) Visited Retailer/Home Center Store
( ) Word of Mouth . . . Friend/Relative/Acquaintance
( ) Other (Please Describe) ________________________________
2. Who rst gave you specic information about this product (specications,
prices, etc.)?
( ) Dealer/Plumbing Supplier ( ) Builder ( ) Remodeler
( ) Plumbing Contractor ( ) Retailer/Home Center Store
( ) Decorator/Architect ( ) Already Installed
3. What was the main reason for purchase?
( ) Styling ( ) Warranty Service ( ) Product Features
( ) Brand Name ( ) Price ( ) Hydrotherapy
( ) Home Resale _______________________________________
( ) Other _____________________________________________
4. Who nally decided which product you would buy?
( ) Self ( ) Spouse ( ) Self and Spouse Together
( ) Other Family Member ( ) Designer/Architect
( ) Builder/Plumber/Remodeler ( ) Already Installed
5. Who installed? ( ) Already installed/New Home
( ) Contractor/Plumber when remodeling
( ) Self/Spouse when remodeling
( ) Other _____________________________________________
6. What is the current market value of this property?
Please estimate $________________________________________
7. What is the age of the head of the household? _____________ years
8. What other manufacturers did you consider?
( ) Eljer ( ) Lasco ( ) Price Pster ( ) Aqua Glass
( ) Kohler ( ) American Standard ( ) Sterling
( ) Other (Specify) ______________________________________
9. How long did you shop before purchasing unit?
( ) 1 day ( ) 2 months-6 months
( ) 2-7 days ( ) 6 months-1year
( ) 1 week-2 weeks ( ) 1 year-2 years
( ) 2 weeks-4 weeks ( ) +2 years
( ) 1 month-2 months
10. Approximately how long have you lived in this home?____________
11. Please indicate, approximately, the total annual income of your
household.
( ) Up to $24,999 ( ) $50,000 to $74,999
( ) $25,000 to $29,999 ( ) $75,000 to $99,999
( ) $30,000 to $39,999 ( ) $100,000 to $149,999
( ) $40,000 to $49,999 ( ) $150,000 and Above
12. Was your purchase process?
( ) Very easy ( ) Easy ( ) Difcult ( ) Very Difcult
LE74000B
08/2017
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION
Jacuzzi Luxury Bath
14525 Monte Vista Avenue
Chino, CA 91710
1-800-288-4002
www.jacuzzi.com
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LE74000B
08/2017
CONSIGNES D’INSTALLATION ET D’UTILISATION
Jacuzzi Luxury Bath
14525 Monte Vista Avenue
Chino, CA 91710
1-800-288-4002
www.jacuzzi.com
BASES DE DOUCHE
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