Installation Guide

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3. Then cut all four downward cuts. Finish by cutting the two adjoining top pieces.
4. The opening for the CleanCut Step is now completed and you can remove the cut-out section. Use caution
when removing the cut-out section as there may be sharp or jagged edges both on the cut-out segment and
along the edges of where the cuts were made on the sides of the tub. It is helpful to spend a moment to file
down any potential hazard areas. This prevents potential snags with fitting the CleanCut Step and reduces
the risk of injury.
5. After the cut out section of the tub has been removed, take a few moments to clean the area in around the
tub. Using a dust pan and broom, sweep all dust and shavings. Complete the clean-up by thoroughly
vacuuming the entire area. Wash your hands before you start any work on the step itself. This will
eliminate transferring any dirt or dust to the step.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR CUTTING CAST-IRON TUBS
Due to the significant amount of dust created when cutting a cast-iron tub, it is recommended that you cover
all tub and exposed bathroom walls and surfaces (including the floor) with a 2-ply drop cloth to minimize the
amount of dust that can settle. Also, it is recommended that the installer wears protective coveralls and shoe
covers, in addition to protective wear outlined earlier, to minimize the clean-up after cutting out a cast-iron
tub.
Please note that there are several differences when cutting out a cast-iron tub compared to a fiberglass or
steel tub. The side-grinder with a 4.5” diamond blade is the only tool used when cutting a cast-iron tub. Cast-
iron tubs are a bit more challenging to cut. Vacuum the dust and shavings as you cut the tub with the use of
the Dust Buddie that contains a cover plate and vacuum attachment. The Dust Buddie connects directly to the
grinder to minimize dust output when cutting the cast-iron.
Follow the same pattern when cutting a cast-iron tub as described for the fiberglass and steel tubs. Begin by
cutting the bottom lines of your template, followed by the downward vertical cuts leaving the top adjoining
pieces for last.
Be cognizant of potential safety issues when cutting the tub such as sparks generated during cutting as
well as items that may be located within the tub wall such as water lines, electrical lines, insulation or
other items.
Measuring & Cutting the CleanCut Step
Once you have completed cutting out a section of the tub, you can begin to fit the CleanCut Step into the tub
opening. The first step is to determine which size CleanCut Step you will need to complete the installation.
The CleanCut Step is manufactured in three (3) sizes to fit tubs of varying widths. First, measure the top rail
width measurement as well as the width measurement approximately 9.75” down the tub (bottom
measurement). Based on these measurements, please consider the following:
• Small/Narrow CleanCut Step
• The maximum top rail measurement to order a small/narrow CleanCut Step is 4.0”.
• The maximum bottom measurement to order a small/narrow CleanCut Step is 4.75”.
• Medium CleanCut Step
• The maximum top rail measurement to order a medium CleanCut Step is 4.5”.
• The maximum bottom measurement to order a medium CleanCut Step is 5.75”.
• Large/Wide CleanCut Step
• The maximum top rail measurement to order a large/wide CleanCut Step is 6.0”.
• The maximum bottom measurement to order a large/wide CleanCut Step is 7.25”.