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ELLA ELITE WALK IN SPA BATH WITH MICROBUBBLES
OWNERS MANUAL
Representing Model Numbers:
03108M | 03107M | 03108MF | 03107MF
03108MH | 03107MH | 03108MFH | 03107MFH
IMPORTANT
Warranty Activation Form MUST be completed for both the Owner and Installer to
validate the warranty.
Failure to complete both pages will void the warranty on this bathtub.
Completed Ella Warranty Activation Forms can be emailed to [e-mail],
faxed to 312.666.3551, OR mailed to 2101 S. Carpenter St., Chicago, IL 60608

Table of Contents
Unpack and Inspect ...................................................................................................................................... 1
Move your Ella Walk in Bath .......................................................................................................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................... 3-4
Before Installation ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Drain and Plumbing ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Preparing the Sub-oor.................................................................................................................................. 7
Service Access and Ventilation .................................................................................................................... 8
Door Seal ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
MicroBubble System Diagram ................................................................................................................. 9-10
Water Supply Lines ........................................................................................................................................11
Installation of Spout...................................................................................................................................... 12
Installation of Deck Mount Grab Bar ......................................................................................................... 13
Finishing Installation...................................................................................................................................... 14
Operating Instructions ................................................................................................................................. 15
Cleaning and Maintenance....................................................................................................................... 16
Warranty Information................................................................................................................................... 18
Warranty Activation Form ......................................................................................................................20-21
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NOTE: Returns are only accepted in original packaging used for shipping. Use caution so as
not to damage cardboard crate or its wooden pallet. Do not dispose of shipping material
until installation is complete. Please visit our website, www.ellasbubbles.com for complete
details of return/exchange policy.
Unpack and Inspect
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Large Access Panel (1)
Small Access Panel (2) End Access Panel (4)
White Screw Caps
Toe Kick Access (3)
- Access to parts
- Option to lower the Threshold
•Remove all four (4) access panels before
moving the tub
•Take off the screw caps
•Unscrew the screws with a
Philips head screwdriver
•Remove the end access panel
Screw Washer Cap
WARNING: Do not carry the walk in tub by the panels. Be careful when carrying
the tub, avoid front panel contact with the floor or stairs to prevent damages.
Make sure no loose parts are hanging down. Remove all four (4)access panels
before carrying the tub to prevent them from falling out and breaking.
Slide On Brackets
Deck
Frame
Access Panel
Screw-On
Support Brackets
End Access
Panel
WARNING: Lift and carry the tub only by the frame. Protect the bottom of the
tub to avoid breaking the air jets positioned on the bottom of the tub.
Move your Ella Walk in Bath
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WARNING:
***Read through the entire manual completely before beginning installation.***
Contract a licensed plumber and electrician for installation. Be sure you and your
contractor are aware and follow all local plumbing and electrical codes. Your Ella Walk
in Bath is not intended for outdoor use. Install the tub in accordance with the instructions
in the manual. Use ONLY the parts and accessories provided or as recommended by the
manufacturer.
CAUTION:
When using this product, basic precautions should always be followed. Read and follow
all instructions pertaining to risk of re, electric shock and injury. Make sure and have your
licensed electrician test all connections to the dedicated line, including the GFCI.
Risk of electric shock; Do not permit electric appliances within 3 feet (1.5m) of the tub. i.e.:
hair dryers, lamps, phones, radios, televisions, etc.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children or persons with disabilities to use this
product unless they are supervised by an able-bodied adult at all times. Never drop or
insert any objects into any openings.
Do not turn on the Micrbubble jets without water reaching the waterline. The waterline is the
point where all jets are covered with water.
DANGER:
Temperature in excess of 100.4 Fahrenheit (38 Celsius) may be harmful to your health. Check
and adjust the temperature before use. Consult your physician before using your Ella Walk in
Bath if you have a heart condition or other health issues. People using medications, herbal
remedies, sleep aids, and/or having adverse medical history should consult a physician
before using this product.
Pregnant women should NOT use this product before consulting their physician. Avoid the
use of alcohol, drugs or other medications while using your walk in bath.
Be aware, hyperthermia is a risk when raising body temperature. Do no keep body
submerged in heated bath for extended periods of time. The symptoms of hyperthermia
include an increase in body temperature which can cause dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness
and fainting. Avoid using the heated bath after strenuous activity.
Exercise caution while entering and exiting your Ella Walk in Bath.
Important Safety Instructions
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WARNING: To prevent stripping the PVC threads, ONLY hand tighten the drain elbow.
DO NOT tighten with tools.
Important Safety Instructions (continued)
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Protecting the Bath
Cover and protect the bath shell and xtures from scratches or other damages during the
installation and tests. Remove the access panels when moving the Walk in Bath and always
lift the bathtub from the frame (Page #2).
Water Test
Fill tub for a minimum of 20 minutes to test that the pumps are functioning properly before
nal in-wall installation to avoid unnecessary repairs or removal.
Electrical
Pump: 120 VAC, 10 AMPS, 60 HZ, GFCI protected circuits
Heater: 120 V, Back: 47.4W, Seat: 44.6W, Total: 92W
DO NOT use any kind of extension cords to power the unit.
Operating the pump without rst lling the bath to above the jets can cause permanent
damage to your equipment.
Before Installation
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Drain and Plumbing
Disclaimer:
In an effort to continually improve our product, specications and congurations are subject to change without notice. Before ordering or installing,
consider future access to essential equipment.
Make sure that the drain rough in has been placed at the proper location. The dual drain
can be connected with a “T” or “Y” connection into existing house drain. Proper materials
must be used based on local plumbing code requirements.
NOTE: The customer and their contractor are responsible for using the appropriate solution
to meet the current local construction and plumbing code requirements, proper drainage,
and rodding access to the drain. The contractor and customer is responsible for testing the
house drain prior the installation of the walk-in bathtub to assure proper drainage of the
bathtub. The drainage time varies due to condition of the house drain. The stated drainage
time of 80 seconds only applies under ideal plumbing conditions.
Two Drain Openers with Overflows(Side view)
To P Trap
Below Floor
Drain Elbow OptionsElite Walk In Bathtub
Front
Two 2" Drains
12" 2 1/4" Threaded Connection of 2" Drain for
Elbow or Drain Pipe Connection
28 3/4"
9 1/2" 8 1/2"
Ella’s Elbow Drain
3-1/4"
7/16"
2-3/8"
2-5/16"
2-3/16"
1-7/8"
1-1/2"
1"
5-1/2"
1-1/4"
2-3/8"
2-5/8"
1-11/16"
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Preparing the Sub-oor
Prepare the sub-oor for the drain and ensure that the area is level. The supporting sub-oor
must be able to support the total weight of the bathtub, bather and water.
Use a level and make sure that the sub-oor below the tub is leveled. If the oor is not
perfectly level, adjust the appropriate leveling legs to re-align the tub to perfect level. It is
important that all of the leveling legs are completely supporting the tub (touching the oor
with equal weight distribution) and the tub is leveled for the door seal to work properly. If the
tub is not perfectly leveled, it could result in water leakage and void the warranty.
NOTE: Adjust the legs and lower the bath to within 1/16th of an inch above the oor or tile.
Seal with white silicone or caulking if appropriate. If the sub-oor does not support the total
weight of the bath, bather and the water, it can result in warping of the shell, misalignment
of the door and/or create leaks and damages to the building structure.
Disclaimer:
In an effort to continually improve
our product, specications and
congurations are subject to change
without notice. Before ordering or
installing, consider future access to
essential equipment.
Black Nut
Adjustable Height Leg
Make sure all 8 legs are level
Air Pump
Brackets Hydro Pump
Brackets
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It is the responsibility of the installer or owner to provide access for service required, per
code. Ella is not responsible for any costs related to obtaining access for repair. The owner
shall assume responsibility for such costs, and if appropriate, must seek recovery from the
installer.
Do not insulate around the tub equipment. The tub, frame and all parts have been
engineered to provide the proper ventilation. Any obstructions may cause the pumps or
other electrical components to overheat.
Door Seal
Please keep in mind that the door has been closed for an extended period of time
throughout shipping and the bathtub has been stored in various temperatures. It is possible
for the silicone seal to stick to the frame when stored for extended periods of time. When
the bathtub is received, the door seal should be checked for deformations from shipping
and re-formed and adjusted where necessary. To restore the door seal, the seal must be
released and allowed to relax with the door open. This is done by squeezing the seal with
your nger tips and pulling it away from the door frame to regain its exibility and original
form. It is recommended that the door be kept open when not in use to increase the lifetime
of the door seal and maintain its exibility.
Service Access and Ventilation
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MicroBubble System Diagram
A. High Pressure, Low Flow 10.0 A Pump
1. Outlet Portion of Pump
2. Sucktion Portion of Pump
B. Pressure Vessel
3. Patented Liquid Thin Film
Device (Inside Vessel)
(Side view)
(Front view)
A
B
1
2
3
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(Side view)
(Front view)
MicroBubble System Diagram(Continued)
B
3C
D
B. Pressure Vessel
3. Patented Liquid Thin Film
Device (Inside Vessel)
C. Agitation Nozzle
D. Outlet Port
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Water Supply Lines
NOTE: It is recommended that shut off valves are installed behind the opening and in reach
from the small access panel.
MicroBubble
On/Off Control
The Ella Elite comes standard with a 5-Piece Fast Fill Roman Faucet Set.
Please note: The 5-Piece Fast Fill Roman Faucet does not include the I.P.S. connection
exible water supply lines.
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Installation of Spout
ALWAYS INSTALL SPOUT BEFORE THE WALK IN BATH IS IN PLACE.
Parts List: Rubber gasket x (1)
Rubber washer x (1)
Brass mounting nut x (1)
To Install the supplied spout, rst place the rubber gasket on the bottom of the spout and
make sure it is properly seated in its groove. Put the spout in through the hole in the tub shell
(shown in the drawing above). Install the rubber washer and then the brass mounting nut.
Locate the water line from the spout diverter and connect it to the threading on the bottom
of the spout. Tighten all ttings and check for leaks.
*NOTE: Rubber gasket only comes with the Elite, Royal and Petite models. Spout must be
tightened down prior to installation of tub.
WARNING: Do not over tighten the water supply line. To tighten properly, it should be hand
tight plus about a half a turn.
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Parts List: Chrome grab bar x (1)
Escutcheon x (2)
Rubber washers x (4)
Metal washers x (2)
Bolts x (2)
To install the supplied grab bar rst locate all the parts needed for installation. See drawing
shown above. Ready the bolt assembly by rst placing a metal washer onto the bolt
followed by a rubber washer. Feed the bolt up through the tub shell and place another
rubber washer over the extruded bolt followed by the escutcheon. You may start the
threading into the grab bar to hold the assembly loosely in position and then repeat the
process for the second bolt. Once the entire assembly is in place, tighten the bolts with the
supplied Allen wrench.
WARNING: Under no circumstances install the grab bar without the large metal washer
underneath the tub shell. Doing so will leave the tub shell vulnerable to cracking and void
the warranty.
Installation of Deck Mount Grab Bar
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Grab Bar
Escutcheon
Rubber
Washer
Rubber
Washer
Metal
Washer*
Bolt
Tub Shell

Finishing Installation
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After all of the water and electrical testing is completed and all xtures are checked, the
tub can be installed to the surrounding wall or walls. The Ella Elite Walk In Bathtub comes
with a low rise tile ange which allows for two or one wall installations.
The tub can be nished and tiled over as shown in images. Caulking must be applied to
joints as needed after the bathtub is installed.
Threshold Lowering Option
Lowering the threshold is an option that can be chosen during installation. Because your Ella
Elite is set up for easy installation, lowering the threshold requires the drain option to be set
up below the oor (Page #6). To lower the Walk in Bath threshold; First, remove the toe kick
panel to expose the adjustable leg supports. Adjust the height of the tub while keeping the
tub plumb level on all four corners. Finish the installation with baseboard.
NOTE: Any alterations or installed additions are the responsibility of the installer. Ella
Accessible Bathrooms is not responsible for any damage to the unit or for water damage,
which could occur due to improper installation.
Drywall
Glue
Tile
Caulking
5/8”Tub Lip
Stud Stud Stud
Drywall Drywall
Glue Glue
Tile Tile
5/8”Tub Lip 5/8”Tub Lip
Caulking Caulking
Panel On Panel Off Lowered Threshold Baseboard On (not supplied)

Operating Instructions
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1. Using the Door:
Entering the walk in bath, the door can be closed and locked with the handle from a
seated or standing position. Do not apply any body weight on the door when entering
or exiting the walk in bath. The door hinges are well built and are very durable, however
leaning on or applying weight on the door may damage and mis-align the door and
create leaks. Such damages are not covered by the warranty.
2. Using the Pull out Hand Held Shower:
To use the pullout hand held shower turn its diverter handle to the ON position. The hand
held shower is equipped with a 5 ft. long retractable ex hose. The pressure of the shower
can be adjusted by turning the round shower head of the hand unit.
3. Using the Heated Backseat (Optional Feature)
To activate and deactivate the heated backseat, push the on/off control button . Turn on
for warmth while the tub is lling up and draining.
4.Draining the Spa Bath
To drain your Ella Elite Walk in Spa Bath, begin by turning OFF the microbubble systems.
Open each of the drains by turning the drain openers clockwise from a down position,
upward one half turn until fully open. Remain in the tub until the water has dropped below
the door sill.
5. Exiting the Bath
Getting out of your Ella Elite Walk in Spa Bath is as easy as getting in to it. Wait for the water
to drain below the door sill. Unlock the door by using the door handle. Fully open the door
rst then stand up and exit your Ella Elite Walk in Spa Bath.
NOTE: It is recommended to leave the door fully open when not in use to keep the door seal
fresh and promote a longer lifetime for the door seal.
MicroBubble
On/Off Control

Recommended Acrylic Cleaners
Use only cleaning products whose labels
state that they are SAFE for ACRYLIC.
Always test products on a small are of skirt
before applying to complete bath area.
• White Vinegar & Water
(Recommended)
• ZEP Professional strength shower
tub & tile cleaner
• Dawn dish detergent
• Rubbermaid commercial strength
shower tub & tile cleaner
• Home Depot HDX shower tub & tile
cleaner
• Scrub free original soap scum remover
• Kaboom shower tub & tile cleaner with
oxy clean
• Simple green all purpose cleaners
(any scent)
• Simple green lime scale remover
• Simple green natural bathroom cleaner
• All tilex products
• All Pine-Sol Products
• All Fragranzia Products
DO NOT USE the following on your
ACRYLIC Bath System. The use of the
following chemicals will cause a dull
surface or chemical cracks. The use of
these products will VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
• Any product containing ammonia
• Dow scrubbing bubbles
• Abrasive Cleaners
• Ajax
• Comet
• Fantistik
• Soft Scrub
• Mr. Clean
• Nail Polish Remover
• Scouring Pads
• Ammonia
• Tough Act
• Powder or Crystal Drain Cleaners
• Greenworks Bathroom Cleaner
• Scrub Free w/Bleach
• Seventh generation bathroom
cleaner - regular
• Magic Eraser
Cleaning and Maintenance
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Monthly Maintenance
It is recommended that once a month
the tub is ushed. As well, with every
month of normal use, clean out
the pumps inlet cover (shown right)
by unscrewing the cover (counter
clockwise) and removing any hair and
debris from the cover and housing.
Remount the cover in place. Never
operate the system with the cover off,
as the pump creates a strong suction
and damage to the pump or injury may
occur.