Note: Read all instructions before proceeding with installation. All specifications are ± 1/4’’ and are subject to change without notice. Dimensions listed in inches (mm).
Table Of Contents Product Registration INformation 4 Congratulations! 5 IMPORTANT Safety Instructions 6-7 PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Inspection Before Installation Before You Start 8-9 8 9 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Pre-Planning Access, Plumbing & Electrical Installation Framing & Installation Types 10-11 10 10-11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Framing & Installation Procedures Electrical Connections Final System Test & Clean-Up 12-16 13 14-15 16 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Your whirlpool bathtub —
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide Aquatic Product Registration Information Your product warranty is registered and confirmed with Aquatic through the Serial Number on your unit. You do not need to contact Aquatic to confirm registration. Please fill out the information below and reference when contacting the distributor to expedite warranty claims.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide congratulations! You have chosen one of the finest bath products in the world! Aquatic supports your purchase with strong commitments to quality and customer satisfaction. Please read and follow all of the instructions contained in this Owner’s Manual before installing, operating or maintaining your whirlpool. In addition, you should continually refer to these instructions during the life of your whirlpool.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using this unit, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS: • WARNING: Risk of lethal electric shock. To reduce risk of electric shock, connect only to circuits protected by a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) or Residual Current Device (RCD).
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before taking your first whirlpool bath, be sure you have performed the “test run.” [See OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS on page 17.] Be sure that you are familiar with all the controls and switches and that the unit is operating properly. [See IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 6.] 1. The water in a whirlpool should never exceed 40º C (104º F).
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS tools required for installation: (not included) Drill 3/16" Drill Bit Tape Measure Pencil Phillips Screw Bit #10 x 1 ½" self –tapping washer head screw OR 1 ½" Galvanized roofing nail Safety Glasses Hammer Level INSPECTION BEFORE INSTALLATION 1. Inspect the Aquatic jetted bath to ensure it is the correct model number, size, color, and has all features, options and accessories originally ordered. 2.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide BEFORE YOU START IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. 1. Proper installation is your responsibility. Have a qualified technician install this bath. 2. Installation using a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) is required. [See ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS on page 14.] 3. It is your responsibility: • To contact a qualified electrical installer.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Pre-Planning Access, Plumbing & Electrical Installation 1. Ensure that the floor is level and can support a load of 50 lbs. per square foot. (If floor is not level, shims may be needed to level the bath.) electrical installation: 2. Plan installation to permit access for servicing. A minimum access panel of 12" x 18" must be provided to access the pump or other equipment should service be needed at a later date. 3.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide Legend AW Overall Width LD Ledger Depth ID Inner Depth FRAMING & INSTALLATION TYPES ALCOVES ISLANDS LD Rectangular Models LH ID IW DH A B AS DESIRED A AW AS DESIRED ACCESS PANEL ON PUMP END C ACCESS PANEL ON PUMP END B Corner Models C Control Panel Notch A1 = Delphinius & Morandi A2 = Cavalcade AW LD LH Note: For Skirt Installation disregard front framing LH Ledger Height DH Deck Height IW Inner Width A2 A1 IW DH DH ID ACCE
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: DANGER - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Connect only to a circuit protected by a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI). (For built-in and custom units.) Install to permit access for servicing. 1. Install outlet(s) as shown. The outlet must be a minimum of 6" above the floor and be accessible through the access panel.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FRAMING & INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Skirt Installation Procedures Acrylic Units Most (not all) Aquatic integrally skirted whirlpools have color matching removable panels for alcove and corner installations. All integrally skirted units MUST BE INSTALLED BEFORE the finished floor and wall materials are installed.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS All local state and national electrical codes must be observed by a licensed electrician in connecting power to the Aquatic Whirlpool. Imprortant Safety Instructions WARNING - When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be observed, including the following: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Connections Builders' Choice Whirlpool Component Breakdown Electrical Requirements:120VAC, 15 Amp GFCI outlet Aquatic 15
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Final System Test & Clean-Up System Test To test system, follow these steps in order listed: 1. Fill clean tub with water to a point no less than 3" (75) above the highest jet. 2. To test the Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI), push the test button. The GFCI should interrupt power. Push the reset button. Power should be resorted.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Your whirlpool bathtub — what it is and how it works. Your whirlpool bathtub is a large, extra deep bathtub with a built-in circulating system that mixes the bath water with air and pumps the mixture back into the bathtub creating the hydromassage action. Because it is a bathtub it must be drained after each use. The circulating system mixes air and water and must never be operated unless the bathtub is filled as described below.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. How do jets function? Directional Jets: Figure 3 • Water flow can be adjusted by turning the face plate of the jet. • Adjust the pressure by rotating the face plate of individual jets, counterclockwise for more pressure, clockwise for less pressure. Rotary Jets: Figure 4 Figure 3 • Spinning jets add enhanced massage action to the bathing experience. • Located in key positions to target back muscles and feet. 5.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide MAINTENANCE AND CARE Tub Care • Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI): This device must be tested on a routine basis. [See IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 6.] Cleaning Your Whirlpool Bathtub IMPORTANT: Use only the recommended cleaners and procedures described in this section. Use of other materials and methods may harm your whirlpool and will VOID THE WARRANTY.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide Acceptable Cleaning Procedures for Acrylic and Gelcoat Surfaces The surface of your whirlpool bathtub will retain its color and gloss indefinitely with normal use, but many bathroom cleaning agents can harm it. Read and follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions in this booklet. • To keep your Aquatic unit sparkling clean: Apply a coat of good quality automotive paste wax and buff to a high shine with a soft cloth or bath towel.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide WATER QUALITY CHEMICAL & WATER QUALITY Owners of fill and drain whirlpool bathtubs need to know basic information concerning water quality, how it affects the performance and enjoyment of the operation of their tubs, and steps that can be taken by the owner to correct related problems. Important issues are the microbiological and chemical quality of the water. 1.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide WATER QUALITY Iron - Iron is found in many natural waters especially from wells. Iron in water can also result from the corrosion of piping in the water supply system, such as cast iron mains or galvanized steel service lines, or galvanized piping in the home water system. High iron levels may result in the formation of brown stains in the vicinity of the faucet outlets of various fixtures in the home.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide Troubleshooting Guide warning: Always turn off power at the main electrical service panel when servicing your whirlpool. symptoms possible problems suggested solutions Pump does not start: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) GFCI or circuit breaker in OFF position. Fuses blown or thermal overload open. Locked motor shaft. Motor windings burned out. Defective starting switch inside single-phase motor. Disconnected or defective wiring. Low voltage.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide BUILDERS' CHOICE SERIES replacement parts list description part number MICRO;ROTO INTERNAL 8188ROTOXX* BUTTON; AIR ON/OFF 8115BUTTNXX* WALL FLANGE 8190WFTG DIRECTIONAL; EYE 8190ASSYXX* BODY; AIR BUTTON 8115BODY TUBE; 1/8" AIR 8110TUBE MICRO; JET BODY 8188JTB A/C ELBOW 1/2 LOW PRO 1078 110 GPM SUCTION; LOW PRO 1126XX* JET BODY;V; 1"SX3/8"BARB 8190VJTB 3/8" BARB TEE 8038TEE WYE 3/8" AIR B140100 TEE;BULLHEAD 1"X1"X1.
Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide Replacement parts Order form for BUILDERS' CHOICE Series How To Use: 1. Find your part number on the list referenced on page 24 and make note of its number & letter. 2. Using number and letter, choose part number and select color (or finish) on Parts List provided on page 24. 3. Fill out the form below with the selected information. Fax or send to Aquatic. 4. Call Aquatic at (800) 945-2726 for parts pricing and shipping charges.
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Builders' Choice Owner's Manual & Installation Guide Aquatic Limited Warranty For Builders Choice Whirlpools Limited Warranty For Original Consumer For Household Usage WHAT PRODUCTS ARE COVERED Structures and surface finishes on Whirlpools (“Whirlpools”) and Soaking Tubs (“Tubs”), and their support equipment, components, attachments, controls and plumbing equipment. Different warranty periods apply to specific components.
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