Baths of Distinction P1-0618-475 User manual

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Walk-in Bathtubs
Manufactured by; Baths of Distinction Inc.
APPROVALS
All non-jetted bathtubs comply and are listed in accordance with
ASME A112.19.1/CSA B45.2
All jetted bathtubs comply with ASME A112.19.7/CSA B45.10 and are listed and
labeled in accordance with UL 1795
UL File Number E334135
MA Code Accepted
P1-0618-475; P3-0216-258; P1-1016-120; P3-0117-370; P1-0617-559;
P1-0616-585; P1-0718-507; P3-0216-258; P1-0616-559
Congratulations on your purchase of a fabulous new walk-in
bathtub from Baths of Distinction Inc.
WARNING
This Instruction and Installation Manual shall be removed only by the final user,
prior to using this unit

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. Table of contents
3. Safety
4. Warranty
5. Warranty
6. Access to Pump
7. Installation
8. Operation
9. Electrical
10. General Care

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SAFETY
Important Safety Instructions
1. DANGER: To reduce the risk of injury or drowning, do not permit children to use without
adult supervision.
2. DANGER: Do not submerge your head under the water or wash your hair in the bathtub
with the jets running.
3. WARNING: Do no use alcohol, drugs or medication before or during the use of a
bathtub.
4. WARNING: Do not allow appliances such as a hair dryer, lamp, radio etc. within five feet
of the bathtub. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
5. WARNING: there is a risk of hyperthermia and possible drowning with a water
temperature in excess of 100.4 degrees F. This temperature may also be injurious to
your health if you are suffering from certain medical conditions. Please consult your
physician if you are in any doubt.
6. WARNING: If you suffer from headache, dizziness or nausea, get out of the bath and
take a cool shower. You may be suffering from hypothermia if the water in the bath has
been too hot. If the problem persists, please consult your doctor.
7. WARNING: Pregnant women, people using medications or having an adverse medical
history should consult a physician before using a hydromassage bath.
8. WARNING: Test all ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) switches in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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WARRANTY
Responsibilities of Others
Baths of Distinction Inc. (the “Company”) is not responsible for costs to modify any product to
obtain any code approvals such as city, county or state building coded within the USA.
The Company extends a non-transferrable* warranty to the original purchaser (the “User”)
who purchases the unit for personal or single family residential use as follows;
* Where the unit is purchased by a builder or remodeler for a home for re-sale, all rights
transferrable to the first home buyer after installation.
10-Year Limited Warranty on the structural integrity of the tub acrylic shell or shells.
Two-Year Limited Warranty on all factory fitted components to include pump, blower, motor,
heater, lights etc. and factory supplied and installed faucet and plumbing parts.
One-Year Limited Warranty on labor where the company shall, at its election, send a technician
or locally appointed service company to repair or replace any failed factory fitted component as
described above due to workmanship.
Warranty Exclusions and Limitations.
The limited warranty shall not cover, without limitation, damage from failure to install in
accordance with the company’s instructions, fading from exposure to direct sunlight, damage
from improper handling, abuse, misuse, neglect, accident or natural disaster, damage due to
improper installation or subsequent movement after initial installation, alteration from original
design or failure to follow company recommended maintenance and cleaning, metallic coated
or plated hardware and light bulbs, defects, damage or failure caused by common carrier,
installer, user or other person, pets or rodents. In addition, the company shall not be
responsible for incidental damage or consequential damages or losses arising from any cause
including but not limited to water damage to carpets, ceiling, tiles, marble, wood flooring, loss
of use etc., including its own negligence.
WARRANTY
Exclusion to Implied Warranty.
Implied warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are disclaimed
altogether or to the fullest extent allowed by law. There are no warranties applicable to the
Company’s bathtubs except as expressly stated herein or as implied by applicable state and
federal laws. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the
exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations and

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exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you the specific legal rights. You may also
have rights which vary from state to state.
Warranty Service
As well as its’ own factory trained technical staff. The company maintains a list of independent
service personnel to perform required warranty service repairs. Such firms are not agents or
representatives of the company and cannot bind the company by words or conduct. The
company will provide the warranty service described herein when the following conditions have
been met.
•The failure is of a nature or type covered by the warranty
•The user has informed the company of the nature of the problem during the
warranty period.
•In order to obtain warranty service, please contact the company via email at
[email protected]. All replacement parts, equipment and repairs
shall assume the remaining warranty period of the parts replaced. The
company’s warranty obligation shall be discharged upon tender of replacement
or repair.

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ACCESS TO PUMP ETC. AFTER INSTALLATION
In accordance with ASME A112.19.7/CSA B45.10 and IPC code paragraph 421.5 ‘Access
to Pump’, the following are the manufacturer recommendations for access.
The codes state that any access opening must be unobstructed and of a size necessary
to permit the removal and replacement of the circulation pump.
There are two detachable front panels that are held to the tub by way of magnets. To
access and/or service the pump or blower, remove the panels and proceed as under.
•Disconnect the electrical supply to the unit.
•Remove the faulty part.
•Install the new part.
•Fill the tub, leave for 30 minutes and check for leaks.
•Connect to electrical outlet and test operation of unit.
•Allow the tub functions to run for 5 minutes and check again for leaks.
•Before activating the jets etc., drain a little water from the tub so the water level
is about 3” above the highest jet
•Turn the directional eye on the water jets to face down
•The jets should then be activated and allowed to run for a further 5 minutes and
checked for leaks.
•Test all functionality; jet direction adjustment, jet speed control, light etc.
•If leaks occur, tighten any obvious joints where applicable.

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BATHTUB INSTALLATION
1. Your Walk-in bathtub requires 2 x 15 amp GFCI connections that shall be
accessible after removing either of the front panels on the bathtub.
2. There are leveling pegs on the base of the tub.
3. Adjust the leveling pads to allow the tub to sit flat.
4. Connect the floor drain to the tub drain
5. Plug in the two 3-pin amp plugs on the tub to the GFCI sockets
6. Test the tub for leaks. (see below)
7. Attach the tub to the floor by applying screws through two of the adjustable foot
pads.
TESTING THE TUB
A) All bathtubs are fully tested for water leaks and performance before being packaged
and shipped to the buyer.
B) A visual inspection of all parts must be undertaken immediately after delivery and
before the unit is moved into the bathroom.
C) Damage can easily occur during this moving operation, so once again, a visual inspection
should be undertaken when the unit is in place in the bathroom.
D) Connect the tub to the drain and the electrical outlet.
E) The tub should be cleaned of all debris or dirt.
F) The tub should be filled with water to just over the overflow and allowed to sit for 30
minutes and inspected for leaks.
G) Before activating the jets etc., drain a little water from the tub so the water level is
about 2” above the highest jet
H) Turn the directional eye on the water jets to face down
I) The jets should then be activated and allowed to run for a further 5 minutes and
checked for leaks.
J) Test all functionality; jet direction adjustment, zone control, light etc.
K) If leaks occur, tighten any obvious joints or jets where applicable.

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Walk-In Tub
Control Button Operation
Back
Feet
Zone Control
Air Jets Water Jets Chromo Light
Back
Zone Control allows user to select area of concentration either feet or back. If both are
desired, rotate lever between feet and back.
Feet
Zone Control
The Air Blower is One-Speed, On/Off. After each bath, press the blower Activation Button
to purge out any residual water in the lines. Let the Air Blower run for 10 seconds.
The Air Blower is Equipped with a 600W Heating Element, while this does markedly
increase the temperature of the Air, the bubbles can still feel cool as they touch your skin.
Air Jets
Each press of the Activation Button cycles the Water Pump On and Off. Heater is
activated when pump is turned on.
Water Jets
There are seven solid colors and one color changing mode that will slowly change from one
color to the next. Colors can remain on any solid color or slowly change through all of the
colors. Simply switch the light switch off and on to change to your desired solid color,
continue through each of the nine colors, the tenth choice will be the color changing mode.
Chromo Light
OFF/
ON
OFF/
ON
OFF/
ON

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ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS
For Hydro-Spa jetted, all options on both air and water are included. Use 2 x 15 amp
GFCI outlets

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GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: In order to preserve the high gloss acrylic finish of your new bathtub, never
use abrasive cleaners. Do not use steel wool, acetone, window cleaning products,
ammonia, paint thinner or mineral oil on your bathtub or fixtures.
Use of Bath Salts
Salts like Epsom Salts can be used in the bathtub. They will not damage the pump or the
blower. When adding Epsom salts, please ensure they are fully dissolved before
entering the bathtub otherwise fine scratch marks could appear on the acrylic.
We do not recommend the use of ‘Bath Bombs’ and we have found these can damage
the acrylic surface.
Bubble Baths and Aromatherapy Oils
Both of these products can be used in your bath, but take care when using bubble baths
as they can build up greatly when the jets are running.
Cleaning your Bathtub
Clean and rinse your bathtub after each use. A hot, damp soft sponge with a very mild
cleaner like Simple Green will remove most marks from you tub. For more stubborn
stains, we recommend the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.
Disinfection the Tub and Pipes
If your tub is fitted with Ozone sanitizing, there should be no requirement for further
sanitizing. Without Ozone, we would recommend every second month filling the tub
with lukewarm water to a height of 3 inches above the highest jet. Add a cup of bleach
to the water and run the jets for 5 minutes. Allow the water to sit for a further 5
minutes before emptying. Re-fill to the same height with fresh water and run the jets
again for five minutes before emptying the tub.