Installation Sheet

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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

REVISED 02/07/2019

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

We recommend consulting a professional if you are

unfamiliar with installing bathroom ﬁxtures and

plumbing. Signature Hardware accepts no liability for

any damage to the ﬂoor, walls, plumbing, or personal

injury during installation.

Observe all local plumbing and building codes.

Unpack and inspect the tub for damage. If any

damage is found, contact our

Customer Relations team at 1-866-855-2284.

IMPORTANT: If you purchased your tub with a Quick

Connect Drop-In Drain Kit. make sure to reference

page 8 throughout your installation.

GETTING STARTED

Ensure that you have gathered all of the required

materials that are needed for the installation.

Ensure that your bathroom ﬂoor is adequately

supported, and the ﬁnished ﬂoor is level.

Keep the plumbing connections around the tub

easily accessible for any future maintenance that

may be necessary.

Long-nose Pliers

1-3/4” Screws

(x5)

STOP

Tape Measure

Adjustable

Wrench

Neutral Cure

Silicone Sealant

Marker

Metal Blade

Hacksaw

PVC Primer

and Cement

Damp Cloth

Level

TOOLS AND MATERIALS:

PLANNING

Use the tub’s PDF speciﬁcation sheet as a

reference when planning your layout. The

speciﬁcation sheet can be found and

downloaded from the product page on our

website.

Because the tub speciﬁcation

measurements are approximate and slight

variations may occur, we highly recommend

performing any rough-in procedures with

the faucet on site. For rough-in information,

go to the appropriate drain installation

section.

Summary of content (12 pages)

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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PLANNING BEFORE YOU BEGIN We recommend consulting a professional if you are unfamiliar with installing bathroom ﬁxtures and plumbing. Signature Hardware accepts no liability for any damage to the ﬂoor, walls, plumbing, or personal injury during installation. Use the tub’s PDF speciﬁcation sheet as a reference when planning your layout. The speciﬁcation sheet can be found and downloaded from the product page on our website.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION WITH UNDERFLOOR ACCESS 1. Set the tub in the desired location and mark the drain hole location on the ﬂoor. Then, move the tub away from the desired installation location so that the plumbing can be installed. 3. Place a level across the bottom of the tub to represent ﬂoor level. Raise adjustable leveling supports to touch level.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7. Cut the appropriate amount of the 1 1/2” PVC to ensure a proper connection into the P-trap under the ﬂoor. Use the PVC primer and cement to secure the installation to the P-trap. 5. To install the drain pop up mechanism and drain cover, simply screw the pop up mechanism into drain cap. Then, install the assembly into drain basket. PVC hub adapter ﬁtting P-trap 8. Install the decorative cover plate for the overﬂow.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION: WITHOUT UNDERFLOOR ACCESS / SLAB FLOOR INSTALLATION 9. Fill the tub with water to check for any leaks from the connections. Verify that the drain is working properly. 1. Set the tub in the desired location and mark the drain hole location on the ﬂoor. Then, move the tub away from the desired installation location so that the plumbing can be installed. 10.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3. Place a level across the bottom of the tub to represent ﬂoor level. Raise adjustable leveling supports to touch level. Then, raise the support an additional 1/8" to ensure the bathtub is supported by the support feet and not by the tub walls. 5. To install the drain pop up mechanism and drain cover, simply screw the pop up mechanism into drain cap. Then, install the assembly into drain basket. 1/8” Tub wall Support feet 6.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7. Trim the 1½" PVC drain pipe extending from the ﬂoor to the appropriate length. 9. Turn the tub to upright position. Then, apply PVC primer and cement to the female end of hub adapter and to male PVC pipe rough-in above ﬂoor level. 8. Attach the ﬂanged PVC hub adapter to the exposed threads on the bottom of the tub. Use a small amount of silicone on the threads to act as sealant. Allow the silicone to dry fully. 10.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 13. Finish your installation by running a bead of neutral cure silicone sealant around the base of the tub where it meets the ﬂoor. Wipe away any excess sealant with a damp cloth. 11. Install the decorative cover plate for the overﬂow. Set the cover plate over the opening, then tighten the two set screws located on the bottom of the plate. The set screws can be independently adjusted in order to achieve the desired look. 12.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION WITH QUICK CONNECT DRAIN 3. Cut the provided 1 ½” PVC pipe 3” shorter than the distance between the ﬂoor and the p-trap (measurement taken in step two). 1. Drill a 4” diameter hole in the sub ﬂoor where the drain will be installed. 2 4 5 6 7 4. Apply PVC primer and cement to the outside of the PVC pipe and to the inside of the p-trap, per manufacturer instructions. Insert the pipe ﬁrmly into the p-trap until cement is bonded.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5. Apply PVC primer and cement to the outside of the PVC pipe and to the inside of the drop-in drain insert. 7. Insert the drain plug into the drop-in drain, if not already inserted. 6. Slide the drop-in drain onto the PVC pipe, using a twisting motion to ensure proper cement bond, apply pressure until the cement is fully set. Ensure that the rim of the drop-in drain sits ﬂush on the sub ﬂoor. Act quickly before cement sets. 8.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 11. Once ready for tub installation, apply the provided lubricant to the rubber portion of the inside of the drain. 9. Install the ﬂooring surface, such as tile, leaving an opening around the drain as shown. Note: If you are installing a decorative tail piece and ﬂoor ﬂange, install the tile and leave an opening that is 2 1/4” diameter wide directly above the drain plug to ensure the ﬂoor ﬂange covers the hole. Floor ﬂange 12.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Optional: If installing a separately purchased tail piece and ﬂoor ﬂange, measure and cut the 12” tail piece to length by measuring from tub drain connection. Make sure the measurement extends 2” past the bottom of the drop-in drain ﬁtting. 14. With caution, slowly drop the tub into position, inserting the tail piece into the drop-in drain. 13. Apply the provided lubricant to the entire tail piece being used.
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ACRYLIC TUB WITH INTEGRAL DRAIN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Wash your tub using a gentle soap, such as dishwashing liquid, and warm water. Do not use any abrasive cleaning pads or materials. We recommend the use of a soft sponge or microﬁber washcloth. Vinegar can be used to remove hard water buildup and mildew. Rinse with warm water and dry with a clean, soft cloth. To maintain the glossy tub ﬁnish, we recommend buﬃng your tub every three months with white polishing compound.