Laurel Mountain Whirlpools Trade series User manual

LAUREL MOUNTAIN
WHIRLPOOLS
TRADE LINE OWNER’S MANUAL
For your installation, operation, and maintenance needs.
Whirlpools Air Baths Combo Baths Soakers
*WATER TEST* PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
Laurel Mountain Whirlpools Service Center: 1-800-930-0050
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Contents Page Contents Page
Specifications 1 & 2 Care & Cleaning 4
Rough In Instructions 2 Whirlpool & Air Bath Operation 5
Electrical / Wiring 3 Extra Options / Features 5
Plumbing Instructions 3 Warranty Information 6
Operating Instructions 4 Troubleshooting Guide 6
About this Owner’s Manual
Laurel Mountain Whirlpools has gained popularity by the variety of bathtubs available and the extensive list of
options for each type of tub. This manual covers the installation, operation, and maintenance
needs for the Trade Series of Laurel Mountain whirlpools, air baths, combo baths, and soaker tubs. If you
have any questions or need additional information on your Laurel Mountain Whirlpools bath, you can contact
our customer service department Mon-Fri at 1-800-930-0050 between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm EST.
*INSTALLATION WARNING*
*Your Laurel Mountain Whirlpools bathtub has been water tested prior to shipment. However, due to
transportation and potential on-the-job conditions, you should NOT install this tub until making a final
water test.
*Building material & wiring should be routed away from the pump or other heat producing parts of this tub.
*Please follow these instructions to insure an easy and safe installation process. Any deviations, additions,
or deletions to your Laurel Mountain Whirlpools tub or it’s hardware will void the warranty of this product
if written approval is not obtained from the manufacturer.*
Your Laurel Mountain Whirlpools tub was created to your order specifications. The tub was constructed from
an acrylic shell cast. It was then reinforced with a mixture of chopped fiberglass in a polyester resin applied to
the backside of the shell. The base of your unit was designed to give uniform support to the tub floor and has
been pre-leveled. It meets or exceeds load-bearing and impact resistance requirements of the listed standard
without evidence of crazing or cracking and with minimal deflection when installed in accordance to Laurel
Mountain Whirlpools printed instructions.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
Immediately inspect your unit upon arrival. If any damage has occurred, make a notation on the freight
carrier’s proof of delivery. DO NOT remove the bath from its shipping container until you are ready to water-
test and install. When you are prepared to remove the tub from its carton DO NOT LIFT the tub out by its
plumbing. We also recommend cutting cardboard from the shipping container to place inside the tub to
protect its floor. Even though your tub has been inspected and water tested prior to shipment, it is very
important that you perform a water test of your own to ensure all of the fittings and connections were not
damaged during transit. Take your tub to an area where you can fill it up, run electrical components, & drain

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it. Fill your tub to the overflow and if you have a pump and/or blower, operate it for 15 minutes. Inspect the
entire unit during and after for leaks. Any defects that are discovered MUST be reported at this time to
qualify for warranty coverage. Qualified plumbers and electricians MUST be used for all tub connections to
assure you follow local codes and acquire any permits required for the install. NEVER LIFT the unit by any
portion of the plumbing or stand in the unit during installation as this may cause serious damage to the unit.
*It is VERY important that your tub is supported by its base and not the rim.
*Take your installation measurements directly from your tub, as they may vary slightly from our literature.
When installing the drain fitting, you will notice it protrudes below the bottom of the tub. You will need to
allow clearance in the sub-floor for this dimension. Now you are ready to place your tub in its desired
location. Check the unit and sub-floor to ensure it is level. If it is not, insert wood shims between the sub-
floor and support base. Mark stud wall underneath the tub’s return lip. Remove the unit from position and
install a 1x stop to stud wall for lip to rest on to prevent deflection. At this time, check to see if any wiring
needs to be completed (see wiring instructions).
Since a great variety of installations are possible with this bath, special framing procedures may be needed. A
ledge under the rim, or an apron without a ledge, may be constructed as required. Where installation is
planned against a wall, install the tub against the studs as indicated, adding blocking below the rim to prevent
deflection or movement of the tub, but ensuring that the weight of the tub is not supported in any way by the
blocking (Diagram A). When placing the unit in a platform floor or cut out installation, the opening should be
1” smaller than the specified rim dimensions.
A 1” integral up-flange is available on many rectangular and corner models. These units should be placed in a
pre-measured studded pocket. Pre-drill holes through the flange to align with studs. Use screws to secure
studs (Diagram B). DO NOT attempt to nail directly through the flange. Always pre-drill the holes.
In every “system” installation, an access panel must be placed near the pump/blower for servicing. This
access may be through the wall or platform apron. In the case of a sunken installation, access may be through
the ceiling below the bathtub. See Diagram C for instructions for the access panel provided on the skirted tub.

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Rough in the wiring on a single 120VAC, 20 amp, GFCI protected dedicated circuit for each accessory installed
on the tub.
WARNINGS:
1) All electrical connections must be made by a licensed certified electrician in accordance with the
requirements of the National Electrical Code and applicable state and local codes and procedures.
2) All circuits connected to this unit must be equipped with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection. It is the tub installer’s responsibility to wire the circuit with GFCI.
3) All bathtubs equipped with a heater require two dedicated circuits. One for the whirlpool system and
one for optional heater.
4) DO NOT splice a longer cord to the power supply cord and DO NOT connect to an extension cord.
All whirlpool, air systems, and heaters are equipped with a molded plug on the end of a power supply core.
Install a separate, dedicated 120VAC, 20 Amp GFCI protected electrical wall plug outlet inside the access panel
for each accessory equipped on the tub. For example, if the tub is equipped with a whirlpool system only,
then one GFCI wall plug outlet is necessary. If the tub is equipped with both whirlpool system and a heater
then two separate circuits with GFCI wall plug outlets are required. Be sure to count the number of
accessories before installing the GFCI wall outlets. Also, the power supply cords equipped with each accessory
are only 2.5’ long so locate the GFCI wall outlet within 1.5’ of the intended accessory.
Electrical Requirements
1.5 hp Pump –120V, 7.5 Amps
Whirlpool heater –120V, 12.0 Amps
2.5 hp Pump –120V, 13.5 Amps
Air / Soaker heater –120V, 12.5 Amps
1 hp Blower/Heater –120V, 12.0 Amps
Air / Soaker heater –240V, 16.0 Amps
Ozonator –120V, 1.0 Amps
Please note, that when sizing the electrical circuits to power the unit, you should always check the rating
labels on equipment because there could be changes.
Install fill valves and spout in the desired locations. Note, due to various possible fill valve and spout locations,
the holes are not drilled at the factory. Make certain that the spout is long enough to clear the interior rim of
the tub. If installing fill valves on the deck of the tub, be sure that you have enough clearance for connections
of valve to tub and water connections before drilling/cutting into tub. Seal the joints under the tub rim and
against the wall with a water resistant seal. Then install a standard 1.5” trap to the drain and overflow.
Before proceeding, make a final operational check by filling the tub with water to the overflow and operate for
at least 5 minutes. Leave the water in the bath for 30 minutes, check the connections for leaks during and
after operation. Complete the installation with desired trim material on the back wall, side walls, and down
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Laurel Mountain Whirlpools will not be held responsible for water damage of any kind in connection with the
installation and/or operation of one of our bath tubs. All whirlpool jets must be completely submerged below
water before starting the pump. Do not operate the pump without water as damage may occur. Do not
block the overflow drain and allow water to reach the controls as they are not waterproof and leaks to the
floor may occur.
WHIRLPOOL
Prior to using the whirlpool, the tub and its system(s) should be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. DO NOT
use abrasive cleaners on the high-gloss acrylic finish. Use a non-abrasive cleaner and rinse thoroughly after
cleaning. To remove the labels on the tub, we recommend using fingernail polish remover if they do not come
off easily. Fill the tub up with water at least 2” above the highest jet, then add 2 tsp. of low sudsing automatic
dishwashing detergent and no more than 8 oz. of household bleach. Operate your whirlpool for 5-10 minutes
and then drain the tub. Refill the tub with water and run the system for another 5 minutes, then drain.
Repeat every 30 days unless an ozonator was purchased.
ALL TUBS
Your bath has an acrylic finish and will retain its high luster for years with proper care. Never use an abrasive
cleaner or pad to clean your bath tub. Always use a soft cloth or sponge along with a spray liquid non-abrasive
bath cleaner/disinfectant. On the metallic finish, use only a soft cloth and warm soapy water.
Do
Ensure your qualified electrician supplies a Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) during installation.
This offers necessary protection to your unit and
should be tested periodically. To test, simply push
the <TEST BUTTON> and power should be
interrupted. Then push the <RESET BUTTON> and
power should be restored. If not, DO NOT use the
unit as this indicated there is a ground current
flowing and that a possibility of ELECTRIC SHOCK
exists. Disconnect the unit at once and call a
qualified electrician before further operation.
Use this tub for its intended purposes described in
this manual. The manufacturer does not recommend
using any attachements not specifically approved in
this manual.
DO NOT
Allow any electrical appliances near the
bathtub.
Use alcohol, drugs or medication. This will
greatly increase your risk of hypothermia or
drowning.
Use this tub if you think or know you are
pregnant. Consult your physician first.
Allow children to use the bathtub without
adult supervision.
Operate the whirlpool without the suction
cover.
Insert any objects into any of the openings.
Use options NOT installed by the
manufacturer.