DESIGNER COLLECTION D r o p - i n a n d U n d e r m o u n t S o a k i n g Tu b s I N S TA L L AT I O N A N D O P E R AT I O N M A N U A L Effective February 1, 2014 Installer: this booklet must be given to the product owner.
OWNER’S MANUAL A N D I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E Thank you for choosing an MTI bath. You have purchased the best-built acrylic bath in America. We know it will give you many years of pleasure. The instructions in this booklet will provide you with the information you need to install and operate this unit. This information is also available on mtibaths.com.
! Do not operate this unit without guard over the suction fitting. ▲ ! T ▲ he water in a hydrotherapy bath should never exceed 40˚ C (104˚ F). Water temperatures between 38˚ C (100˚ F) and 40˚ C (104˚ F) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Use time should be limited to approximately 10 minutes, followed by a shower to cool down. Longer exposures may result in hyperthermia, which can be fatal. The symptoms of this condition are nausea, dizziness and fainting.
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Important Installation Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Installation and Operation Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Electrical Installation Instructions and Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 General Installation Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Optional Equipment Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I M P O R TA N T I N S TA L L AT I O N MEASUREMENTS A I B H R Q G P J D F E C L M K A: Overall length L: Allow 1/2" to 1" to D for wet bedding B: Overall width M: Pre-leveled frame height* – Adds 1/2"- 3" to height C: Overall height P: Flange edge depth D: Height – flange bottom to tub bottom Q: Top flange width E: Inside tub height R: Drain center to edge of flange F: Center of overflow to tub bottom * Please measure actual tub prior to building any decking or framing.
I N S TA L L AT I O N A N D O P E R AT I O N GUIDELINES Read all instructions before installing tub. Installer / product owner is responsible for complying with all state and local codes. Warranty coverage will be void if unit is not tested and installed per the enclosed instructions. MTI strongly recommends using licensed professionals to install this product. Warning: Certain cleaning products will permanently damage the acrylic surface. Read product label carefully before using any cleaning product.
Always protect tub from construction damage by using a protective cover. Damage, including chips and scratches, incurred at the jobsite is excluded from warranty, but may be repaired by qualified technician at the owner’s expense. Do not stand in the tub or store materials in the tub during construction. Do not store tub in temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Proper waste and overflow installation is the responsibility of the installer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS. WARNING — When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed, including these: (Please read and follow all directions. Save these instructions.) 1. DANGER: To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children or infirmed persons to use this product unless they are supervised at all times. 2. This MTI hydrotherapy unit is designed for use only as described in this manual.
GENERAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Do not begin building any structure for your tub until your tub arrives. All printed specifications for MTI tubs have +/- ½" tolerance AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. Take all final installation dimensions from your tub. Note: the pre-leveled foam base and pre-leveled frame add approximately 2-3 inches to the height of the tub.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES THE OPTIONS BELOW ARE NOT STANDARD ON EVERY BATH. PLEASE CHECK YOUR ORDER FOR ANY ADDITIONAL OPTIONS ADDED. IN-LINE HEATER - If your tub came equipped with the separate re-circulating inline heater and pump combination, there will be a separate on/off control on the tub to activate the in-line heater. Both the heater and pump must be plugged into a 110 VAC, 20 amp, GFCI protected outlet.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES (continued) VIRTUAL SPOUT Incoming water is connected to mixing valves mounted on the tub, surrounding deck or wall. Output from the mixing valves must then be tied into either a Wilkins Dual-Check Valve or Atmospheric Vent Valve, depending on local backflow prevention plumbing codes. If code requires an Atmospheric Vent Valve, you can use either a tub mounted or deck mounted Breda Valve or an In-wall Acme Valve.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES (continued) STEREO H2O® INSTALLATION SCHEMATICS Stereo H2O® offers flexibility of installation. The electronic transducers may be wired to a dedicated amplifier or integrated in aActual zoned home audio system. The following page shows 2 examples of how Stereo H2O can NOTE: location of transducers will vary depending on the model of tub, be connected. hydrotherapy package and other options chosen.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) CHROMATHRAPY - KEYPAD FUNCTIONS ON/OFF BUTTON: 1st Press: White light. LED light on (White is only available when the system is initially turned on). 2nd Press: Light off. LED light off. Press the on/off button - Light must be on for any mode to function. MODE BUTTON FUNCTIONS: 1st Press: Aqua-Blue-Green Cycle. - First cycle 1.5 seconds between color changes; then slows to 6 seconds between color changes.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ACRYLIC SHELL The cross-linked cast acrylic surface of all MTI acrylic products is among the glossiest, highest quality surfaces available. Its hard, non-porous surface prevents dirt from accumulating and resists stains better than other materials. With normal use, cast acrylic will retain its beauty with only a minimal amount of care.
TROUBLESHOOTING Q: How do I find the serial or registration number for my tub? A: The serial number can be found on the warranty card included with the installation manual for your tub. When tub is equipped with an inline heater, the sticker is typically placed 3-4 inches over the inline heater/pump. If tub does not have an inline heater, the sticker will be placed on the drain side of the tub near the overflow. Please write your serial number on the front of this book for future service needs.
MTI LIFETIME LIMITED RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY MTI WHIRLPOOL, AIR TUB AND SOAKING TUB RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY This warranty is effective for all MTI acrylic whirlpools, air tubs, soaking tubs, and spas manufactured after January 1, 2006, and is in lieu of all other warranties. MTI Baths (MTI) provides a limited warranty on its products for use in the continental United States of America* to original purchasers for personal or single family use.
be detected before installation are not covered. MTI Baths is NOT liable for incidental or consequential damage, loss of time, inconvenience, incidental expenses or material charges or any other costs related to the application of this warranty.
MTI COMMERCIAL WARRANTY MTI WHIRLPOOL, AIR TUB AND SOAKING TUB COMMERCIAL WARRANTY This warranty is effective for all MTI acrylic whirlpools, air tubs, soaking tubs, and spas manufactured after February 1, 2006, and is in lieu of all other warranties. Warranty coverage begins on date of purchase (regardless of installation date). MTI Baths, Inc. provides a limited warranty to the original purchaser for commercial, rental or multifamily applications.
MTI does not cover the following: careless handling; modification of any type for any reason; improper installation (See Installation Instructions); connections supplied by the installer; improper voltage supply/electrical modifications; misuse; incorrect or improper maintenance; incorrect or inadequate water use; use of improper cleaners; or extraordinary acts such as earthquakes, hurricanes, lightning, floods, hail, etc.
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