Standard ACRYLIC WALK IN BATHTUB OWNERS MANUAL Phone: 800-480-6850 Email: info@ellasbubbles.com ellasbubbles.
Table of Contents Unpacking and Inspecting.............................................................................................................................................................1 Moving your Ella Walk In Bath..................................................................................................................................................... 2 Warnings and Lables...............................................................................................................
Unpacking and Inspecting Upon receiving your walk-in bathtub please inspect the crate and carton for any damages. If damages found please take few pictures of damages with your phone and record the details on the shippers delivery document and ask the driver ti sign it. If you think product maybe damaged note that on the delivery document and call 800Damages must be recorded on shippers delivery documents for proper claim processing.
Moving your Ella Walk in Bath •Remove all four (4) access panels before moving the tub •Take off the screw caps •Unscrew the screws with a Philips head screwdriver •Remove the end access panel Large Access Panel (1) Small Access Panel (2) End Access Panel (4) White Screw Caps Toe Kick Access (3) - Access to parts - Option to lower the Threshold WARNING: Do not carry the walk in tub by the panels. Be careful when carrying the tub, avoid front panel contact with the floor or stairs to prevent damages.
Warnings and Labels You must follow all the instructions in this manual. FAILURE TO READ AND COMPLY WITH ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN PRODUCT DAMAGE OR INJURY TO BOTH INSTALLER AND HOMEOWNER. IT WILL ALSO RESULT IN ASSUMPTION OF ALL LIABILITY BY SAID INSTALLER NOTE: Returns are only accepted in original packaging used for shipping. Use caution so as not to damage cardboard crate or its wooden pallet. Do not dispose of shipping material until installation is complete. Please visit our website, www.
WARNING! PLEASE READ BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION WARNING: Do not attach the hand held shower to the wall unless you have an extension hose with a barrel protection. This may cause water to leak behind your walk in tub. TO INSTALL BARREL EXTENSION HOSE: Water from the hose can drip down into the hand shower base and get behind your tub without the barrel protection. 1) Start by unscrewing your shower head mixer from the hose. 2) Next take your stainless steel barrel and screw it on the end of the hose.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING: Read through the entire manual completely before beginning installation. Contract a licensed plumber and electrician for installation. Be sure you and your contractor are aware and follow all local plumbing and electrical codes. Your Ella Walk in Bath is not intended for outdoor use. Install the tub in accordance with the instructions in the manual. Use ONLY the parts and accessories provided or as recommended by the manufacturer.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING: USE TUB ONLY AS INTENDED! FAILURE TO DO SO CAN LEAD TO INJURY OR DEATH CORRECT WARNING BATHER SHOULD ONLY SIT AS SHOWN IN FIGURE TO THE LEFT. SIT FULLY IN SEAT WITH BACK ON THE BACKREST.
Required Steps Prior to Installation Protecting the Bath Cover and protect the bath shell and fixtures from scratches or other damages during the installation and tests. Remove the access panels when moving the Walk in Bath and always lift the bathtub from the frame. Electrical The unit MUST be connected to a circuit protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) provided and installed by a licensed electrician and tested periodically (refer to instructions provided by GFCI manufacturer).
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Above the Floor Drain Installation For best performance and faster drainage time, the 2" drain can be connected to both 2" ports. One (1) included cap can be used to cap off 1 unused ports if 1 port selected to be connected to the house drain. The direction is optional and shown in image below. For best performance it is suggested to use Y vs T fitting to joint both 2" outlets and tap into the house drain. The less turns in drainage system the less resistance and faster drainage.
Below the Floor Drain Installation Option Recessing the Drain Below the Subfloor Level and Cutting the Apron and End Panel The leveling legs allow for the tub be lowered, however, the bottom of the apron, end panel and the drain will hit the floor. It will be necessary to cut out access in the subfloor for the drain and cut the bottom of the apron and/or end panel (in case of a corner installation) for the tub be lowered.
Door and Frame Adjustments Prepare the sub-floor for the drain and ensure that the area is level. The supporting sub-floor must be able to support the total weight of the bathtub, bather and water and must meet local construction code requirements. Use a level and make sure that the sub-floor below the tub is leveled. If the floor is not perfectly level, adjust the appropriate leveling legs to re-align the tub to perfect level.
Door and Frame Adjustments Your walk in bathtub has been tested and leveled properly before leaving our facility. Our walk in bathtubs have been set on a perfectly level surface to ensure no leaks and proper door closing. It is up to your installer to test and make any adjustments necessary to ensure that all leveling legs support the tub frame and that the door is aligned correctly to prevent any leaks. The door must close smoothly to create a water tight seal.
Door and Frame Adjustments WARNING: Failure to level the tub correctly WILL RESULT IN MISALIGNMENT! The drawings below illustrate some examples of what types of frame warping will occur if the legs are not level with the floor. ellasbubbles.
Service Access and Door Seal It is the responsibility of the installer or owner to provide access for service required, per code. Ella is not responsible for any costs related to obtaining access for repair. The owner shall assume responsibility for such costs, and if appropriate, must seek recovery from the installer. Do not insulate around the tub equipment. The tub, frame and all parts have been engineered to provide the proper ventilation.
Reversible Extension Kit L" Stainless Steel Brackets ...........................Qty (3) L" Acrylic Bracket ........................................Qty (1) 1" x 1/8" Bolts ...............................................Qty (7) 1" x 1/4" Bolts ...............................................Qty (7) 1" Screw .......................................................Qty (1) 1/2" Nuts .......................................................Qty (9) 3/8" Nuts .......................................................
Side Panel Cutting Adjustments. Side panel has to be cut 3/8" to ensure flush fit against wall and proper side attachment with Velcro. 1. Over lap that needs to be cut. 2. Place tape over side panel 3. Mark a line 3/8" from top to bottom of side panel. 4. Clamp down a metal straight edge to insure a straight cut. then use saw blade to cut the side panel. 5. Attach side panel using Velcro Side panel attachment applied by pushing the Velcro tas together on the frame and in side of the side panel.
Finishing the Installation of the Walk-In Bathtub to the Wall The walk-in bathtub can be installed and finished with tile or wall panel as shown in image above. The walk-in bathtub deck design is flat, allowing for tile or wall panel to overlap the tile flange and the deck for a proper seal and to have enough distance between the controls and the wall. It is suggested to install the tile flange to the edge of the bathtub with 100% silicone before pushing the walk-in tub against the wall into the place.
Operations Instructions (If Applicable) 1 of 6 1. Entering the walk-in bathtub: The U-shape inward swing door handle is located on the inside of the tub, and is designed for a safer entry with an added deck and a wall mounted grab bar. Once you are in the tub, remain standing and close the door. While the door may be closed from a sitting position, it is much more difficult. NOTE: Standard S-Shape Inward-Swing Door Walk-In Bathtub with Hydro Massage Option Shown Above ellasbubbles.
Operations Instructions (If Applicable) 2 of 6 2. Filling and Draining the Tub: Open the drain by turning handles clockwise, and close the drain by turning counter-clockwise. To avoid spills or leaks, do not fill the tub over the center of the drain handle. Do not open the door unless the tub is completely drained! 1 Drain Opener 3. Ella's 5 Piece Fast-Fill Faucet: Pull-Out Hand-Shower To turn the water on, turn the hot (marked red) or cold (marked blue) handle to your desired temperature.
Operations Instructions (If Applicable) 4 of 6 5. Hydrotherapy System Push Control Option: Push ON/OFF control labeled "Water" to turn the hydro pump on. To turn it off, press it again. Adjusting the Water Massage Intensity: Turn the intensity dial control clockwise or counter-clockwise to adjust the water pressure to your liking. In-Line Water Heater: The in-line water heater will automatically turn on/off when the hydro pump is turned on/off.
Cleaning and Maintenance Before First Time Use The Pump Circulation System needs to be flushed and drained before using an Ella’s Walk-in Bathtub for the first time. To flush the bathtub, combine 2 cups of white vinegar and 2 cups of water. Then, fill the bathtub with water to reach an inch above the highest jets. Add the vinegar/water mixture, and run the bathtub for 10 minutes. Since the air and hydro system are plumbed, it is not necessary to flush after each bath.
Ella Acrylic Walk In Bath Warranty Information This limited lifetime warranty is extended to the first purchaser to be free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and conditions from the date of the original purchase. This warranty is nontransferable and applies only to the original owner and to the original installation place – address only and does not extend to products previously used as display models or products that have been modified or repaired by anyone else but Ella’s Bubbles.
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