Specifications

Aquatic 20
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. Repeat every six months for easier cleaning and long lasting protection.
NOTE: Do not wax textured standing/walking surfaces.
• For normal cleaning, any non-abrasive liquid cleaner off the shelf may be used. Be sure to read the label and
follow the cleanser’s recommendations. Do not use harsh abrasives as they will harm and dull the finish of your
unit. Instead, use warm water and liquid detergents, especially those bathroom cleaners recommended for
cleaning fiberglass or acrylic surfaces, such as Mr. Clean
®
* All-Purpose, Lysol
®
* Bathroom, chlorine bleach,
Easy-Off
®
* Mildew stain remover, or Liquid Spic-N-Span
®
* and the like.
• For more difficult stains on your anti-skid floor, a paste should be made of a cleanser such as Comet
®
*,
Spic-N-Span
®
*, etc. and spread out onto the floor. Allow the paste to sit for 5-10 minutes and then gently scrub
with a soft-bristled brush. To prevent scratches, the brush should be no rougher than the texture of a toothbrush.
• For hard water stains, calcium deposits, limescale or difficult soap scum after repeated attempts with the above
suggestions, you may try Lime-Away
®
* or white vinegar for removal of calcium or lime deposits. For soap scum,
general black grime or algae, chlorine bleach may be used with moderate scrubbing. In both instances the unit
should be rinsed carefully with cold water. Scrubbing is never recommended as it could damage the finish on your
floor. Always rinse off all remaining paste.
• To restore a scratched or dull unit: Use an automotive polishing compound applied with a clean cotton rag. Rub
scratches and dull areas vigorously. Wipe off residues. Follow with automotive wax treatment described above.
• To remove adhesive: Try 3-M
™
* Natural Cleaner, or rubbing alcohol and rub vigorously until the adhesive
dissolves and disappears. These solvents are highly flammable and must be used sparingly and with caution. Do
not smoke or permit others to do so. Make sure all nearby heating devices (including pilot lights) are extinguished.
Do not allow solvent to go down the drain. Make sure not to contact plastic drain grates or other synthetic
materials.
CAUTION: When using any cleaning or polishing materials, make sure to read and follow all package instructions care-
fully. Wear rubber gloves at all times and avoid contact with eyes, skin, clothing, rugs and furnishings. Make sure all
residues are rinsed off thoroughly.
Rubber mats: If you use a rubber or plastic “anti-skid” mat, make sure to remove it from the unit after each shower to
avoid harm to the surface finish.
Hard Water: Water in certain areas, if not wiped up after bathing/showering, may cause fading of some bath fixture
colors. This is a natural occurrence beyond Aquatic’s control. [See AQUATIC LIMITED WARRANTY on page 27.]
*Note: 3-M is a trademark of 3M.
Cascade and Mr. Clean are registered trademarks of Proctor & Gamble.
Lime-Away, Lysol and Easy-Off are registered trademarks of Reckitt Benckiser, Inc.
Spic-n-Span and Comet are registered trademarks of Prestige Brands.