Freedom Bathtubs Chelsea APWMG015 User manual

M-G014
Installation Manual
Chelsea Massage Bathtub
Model APWMG015

Table of Contents
General Information ................... 1
Notice to Installers...................... 1
Electrical Parameters.................. 1
Electrical Requirements.............. 1
Plumbing Requirements ............. 1
Tub Installation.......................... 1
Installation of Drain ................... 2
Operation of Bathtub.................. 3
Troubleshooting ......................... 3
Cleaning and Maintenance ......... 4

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General Information
•Note: All tubs need to be leveled in its final resting position and have all feet touching
the ground.
•It is advised to have tub onsite before preparing drain location.
•Manufacturer reserves the right to change specs or features at any time.
Notice to Installers
THE FLEXIBLE DRAIN HOSE THAT IS INCLUDED WITH THIS UNIT IS FOR INSTALLATION
INTO AN OPEN FLOOR DRAIN ONLY. SUBSTITUTING THE EXISTING DRAIN SHOE FOR A
DIFFERENT ONE WILL NOT VOID THE WARRANTY AS LONG AS THERE NO DAMAGE OR
EVIDENCE OF MISUSE TO THE BASE
Electrical Parameters
Rated Voltage Frequency Motor Power Voltage of
Control Circuit
110V~120v 60HZ 0.745KW(1HP)/1.0KW
5.5-6.5 Amps DC12V
Electrical Requirements
•1 dedicated 10-2 line for water pump (line 1, ground and neutral)
•110 volt, 30 amp GFCI breaker
•There is a length of wire supplied to connect to power source
Plumbing Requirements
•The unit is equipped with hot and cold, metal braided ½ inch water supply hose with
½ national pipe thread.
•Need to install accessible hot and cold shutoffs with ½ -male national pipe thread
(not included).
•Supply hoses are to connect from the manifold on the unit to the shutoff valves.
•All water jet features are pre plumbed with reinforced braided flexible supply hose
•All fixtures and fittings should be checked for tightness as they may have come loose
during transport. Access panel area advised.
Tub Installation
A. Water Head: One cold water supply pipe, one hot water supply pipe.
B. Drainage: The diameter of the drain should be (greater than or equal to) 40mm. This
drainage can be at a distance of 300-400mm from the location we show on the chart.

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1. Unpack the bathtub and move it into the desired position. Adjust the tub feet so the
water will drain completely from the tub. All feet need to be touching the floor and
tub needs to be level.
2. Install the hand held spray wand and the headrests.
3. Carefully ground the bathtub.
Installation of Drain
Below is a diagram if flexible hose is used. Floor drain must have trap installed.

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Operation of Bathtub
1. Check the power supply and GFCI protection. Insert the plug into an interior power
supply socket or hardwire to a junction box.
2. Turn on the cold and hot water shut eff valves, and then turn on the handle of the
cold and hot water faucet to mix the water to a desirable temperature.
3. Operation of the faucets: an on/off valve has been set for the shower and whirlpool
bath. Turn diverter to switch between water faucet and sprayer functions.
4. Whirlpool bath massage: Turn valve on. Turn off the water when it reaches the water
level. Water pump valve controls the whirlpool massage pump and jets.
1. Drain water for about 10 minutes after installation to clear drain lines and test for
water leaks.
2. After using, shut off water and power supply.
Troubleshooting
Trouble
Reason
Solution
No Power Supply
1. Power plug is not
connected to the socket
2. Circuit breaker is not on
1. Tightly connect the plug with the
socket.
2. Find and remove short circuit,
reconnect the protection switch.
Water pipe leaks
1. Poor seal ring
2. Poor joint connection
3. Water pipe is broken
1. Replace
2. Connect it again
3. Replace
Tub light doesn’t work
1. Bulb is damaged
2. Wires are cut off
1. Replace (remove the nut and
install a new bulb, then tighten it)
2. Connect the wire

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Cleaning and Maintenance
1. Clean the bathtub with ordinary liquid detergent and a soft cloth. Don’t sterilize the
bathtub with cleaning products containing acetone or ammonia. Do not disinfect
using agents with formic acid or formaldehyde.
2. If scratched treat the surface with an acrylic rubbing polish.
3. Wipe off the dirt and stains on surface with toothpaste and a soft cloth.
4. Grind the light scratches or stains with 2000# sand paper, and then polish with
polishing wax.
5. If water is hard, it is suggested to clean the massage the device twice a year according
to this following method:
a. Feed 40°C warm water into the bathtub until it reaches the lowest water level.
b. Mix 2g of liquid detergent for every liter of water, pour in and start the water
force massage device and allow it to run for about 5 minutes.
c. Stop the water pump and drain out the water.
d. Fill the bathtub again with cold water and start the massage jets for about for
3 more minutes.
e. Stop the water pump, drain out the water, and clean the bathtub.