Before you begin, carefully read the installation instructions below. Observe all local electrical safety and plumbing codes.

Transcription

1 AIR TUB INSTALLATION Before you begin, carefully read the installation instructions below. Observe all local electrical safety and plumbing codes. Unpack and inspect tub and parts for damage. If any damage is found, contact Customer Service at and return the items to the container. If you need assistance while installing your air tub, call our Customer Service number. Your application and circumstances may call for variations to the installation instructions. 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 walls, floor, plumbing, etc. or for personal injury during installation. No modifications, additions or deletions should be made to the blower without factory approval. Do not relocate blower without prior approval from the factory. Ensure that a class A ground fault interrupter (G.F.I.) is installed as part of the wiring. Wiring should be permanent. Do not use an extension cord. Have the electrical part of the installation done by, or approved by, a qualified electrician. The blower has no serviceable parts. IMPORTANT Never handle your air massage bathtub by the piping. Do not rest your tub on the jets on the bottom of the tub. Make sure that the back jets are protected when moving the tub. An access panel of 30" x 15" must be located near the blower to allow access for any servicing that may be necessary. The blower must uninsulated with sufficient air space to function properly. Surrounding air should be able to reach the space under the apron or podium of the tub. If factory installed, the optional heating element on your air massage system heats the air blown into the bathtub for the comfort of the customer. It will not reheat or maintain the temperature of the bath water. The area underneath and around the bathtub must be cleaned before finalizing the installation to ensure that no wood shavings or other particles enter the air blower and are blown through the jets. Before filling with water, clean the tub of installation debris and dirt. Use a vacuum cleaner if necessary. Verify the connection and functioning of the touch pad and air blower before finalizing the installation. 1

2 AIR MASSAGE SYSTEM Air massage, also known as balneotherapy, is the use of air mixed with water to gently massage the body. It s soothing and pain relieving virtues were recognized by the Romans years ago. Unlike the Romans, who could only afford the pleasures of a relaxing and invigorating bath every now and then, our air tubs allow you to enjoy the benefits of balneotherapy every day in your own home. Using the blower for too long a period at too a temperature will cause a tiring effect. When you first begin to use your luxury bath unit, set the blower duration at five minutes maximum. Regulate the water temperature to a moderately warm level. These levels can be later increased for additional massaging effects. Your physiological response to a hot massage bath depends on your age, health and medical history. If you develop a headache or become dizzy or nauseous, get out at once and cool off under the shower. Seek medical help if the symptoms persist. Consult your doctor before using the massage bath for the physical therapy of an injury or disorder. Do not take a massage bath without your doctor s consent if you are ill, pregnant or if you suffer from high blood pressure, heart disease or other health problems. Never take a massage bath while under the influence of medication, drugs or alcohol. Caution: Children or incapacitated people should not use the massage bath unattended. After installation is complete and your tub has been cleaned from all installation debris and dirt, fill the tub with normal bathing water, i.e. a maximum of 2 inches below the overflow drain, when bather is sitting in the tub. Never fill the tub with water above the overflow level. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 1. Electrical installation is subject to inspection and approval by local authorities. All electrical connections must be made by a licensed electrician. 2. Before beginning installation make sure that the electricity is disconnected at the fuse box. 3. The blower must be located out of reach from the person in the bathtub and fixed in position with screws. 4. The blower connection is pre-installed. Do not remove the blower cover, this will void the warranty. 5. Refer to your local electrical code if the distance between the tub and the main fuse box is more than 100 feet. 120V Use the factory pre-installed type SJ wire to connect to junction box (not provided by the tub manufacturer). Run a separate 120V, 60Hz, 15A G.F.I. (Class A protected) electric circuit from the main fuse box to the junction box. Use a 14 gage three conductor cable (2 wires plus ground) in connections up to 100 feet (30,4m) from the main fuse box. 240V Use the factory pre-installed type SJ wire to connect to junction box (not provided by the tub manufacturer). Run a separate 240V, 60Hz, 15A G.F.I. (Class A protected) electric circuit from the main fuse box to the junction box. Use a 14 gage three conductor cable (2 wires plus ground) in connections up to 100 feet (30,4m) from the main fuse box. 2

3 TROUBLESHOOTING If the blower is not operating properly: Verify that the remote control is connected properly. Check your electric power supply. Reset the circuit breaker or replace the fuse if necessary. If the system has been functioning for quite some time, it is possible that the thermic protection has shut off the motor. Let it cool off for at least 30 minutes before using it again. If the motor is running, but no air is coming through the jets: Verify that the main air hose is properly connected. It may be necessary to reconnect and tighten the clamps. If the air outlets of the jet heads are obstructed: Fill your tub with warm water, and switch the system ON and OFF several times. The air outlets should be cleared. If this is not sufficient, carefully tap on the jet heads with the handle of a screw driver or a similar plastic tool while the blower is running. If the air heater is not working properly: To verify the operation of the air heater, fill the bathtub to working level and operate the blower on high for approximately 5 minutes. Carefully feel the flexible connection hose where it is connected to the blower. The hose and its immediate area should feel warm to the touch. If the hose and the surrounding air do not feel warm, contact customer service. If your tub is installed against two outside walls, make sure that the walls are adequately insulated to minimize heat loss. Those with sensitive skin may experience what is called the cold air effect. This is caused by the sensation of air bubbles running along the skin and providing the bather with a shivering sensation. Move your body slightly away from the closest jet to stop the sensation of cold air. (This shivering effect would persist even if the out-coming air was very hot.) Note: The air heater is not designed to heat your bath water, but to preheat the incoming air to body temperature. 3

4 REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION 1. Determine the appropriate location for the remote control on the tub. 2. Hold the remote control in the chosen location. 3. Position the magnets on the exterior of the bathtub. The attraction force will guide you to the proper area and the magnets will stay in place. 4. Mark the position of the magnets with a marker or pencil. Note: Magnets always have a positive and negative side and will only be attracted to one side. Consider this to avoid applying the silicone to the wrong side. 5. Apply a dab of silicone to the magnets and place in the marked position. 6. Let the silicone dry for 24 hours. Warning: These magnets are extremely powerful despite their small size. Use caution while installing and handling to avoid injuries caused by a sudden movement of the magnets clinging together and possibly pinching fingers, skin or other. Persons with physical conditions that could be affected by magnetic fields should avoid using it and/or consult with their physician. 4

5 Receiver module installation: 1. The receiver module must be installed under the rim of the tub. 2. In order to obtain the best reception possible, we recommend that you do not install the receiver module next to faucets or metal piping. 3. The location of the receiver module must be easily accessible from the outside of the bathtub for maintenance. Remote control to activate system: 1. Plug in the cable as shown. 2. When all items are connected, the remote control is ready for synchronization. Remote Control Synchronization: 1. Once the system has been connected, the remote control must be synchronized with its receiver module. 2. Perform a reset by switching the main breaker off and on, or unplugging the system and plugging it in again. 3. From this moment, you have 15 seconds to proceed with the synchronization. 4. Press the second and third buttons on the remote (simultaneously) and hold for 4 seconds. 5. The remote control is now synchronized and ready to use. 6. If the synchronization is not successful the first time, resynchronize starting from step 2. 5