American Standard Colony 1749 SERIES User's Manual
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1. wooden popsicle stick or tongue depressor Do not use wire brushes or any other metal implement on bath surface Post installation clean up generally can be completed using warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent Stubborn dirt or stains may be removed using granular Spic and Span mixed with water Painter s naphtha can be used to remove excess adhesives and or wet oil base paint FEATURES of YOUR NEW AMERICAN STANDARD ACRYLIC BATHTUB Your new acrylic bathtub has been molded in the newest plumbing fixture material available today Acrylics are tough durable finishes that are simple and easy to care for The colors have been formulated to match other American Standard fixtures and enhance your choice of bathroom decorations The high gloss surface is resistant to impact and chemicals and will retain its lasting luster with proper care and maintenance AFTERCARE and CLEANING e Always fill the tub with temperate water Excessively hot water may cause surface damage e Remove bath mat after use and hang to dry Allowing bath mat to dry in the tub may cause surface damage e Clean after use with a mild liquid household detergent cleaner Do not use Lestoil Lysol Disinfectant spray or concentrate or Lysol Basin Tub and Tile Cleaner Windex Mr Clean Dow Disinfectant Bathroom Cleaner or cleaning products in aerosol cans HARSH CHEMICALS SHOULD NEVER BE USED ON ACRYLIC SURFACES e Do not use wire brushes knives or sharp objects to remo2. 70 x 660mm WATER DEPTH TO OVERFLOW 13 5 8 In 346mm FLOOR LOADING 41 Lbs Sq Ft 193 Kgs Sq m PROJECTED AREA WHIRLPOOL ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS PUMP 1 0 HP 9 9 AMPS 120V General Installation Information Bath may only be installed in a recess type installation THANK YOU for selecting an American Standard bath Your new bath is shipped to you after careful inspection the whirlpool version is completely assembled with pump motor and system piping All you need to finish the installation are your selected fittings and electrical connections for a whirlpool To insure maximum performance and pleasure from this product please follow the instructions and cautions List of Required Components not included e Drain 1583 470 e Bath Filler see your American Standard Dealer List of Required Tools and Supplies Tools Supplies e Level e Nails e Tape Measure e Putty e Pipe Wrench e Caulking waterproof e Slip Joint Pliers e 1x3or 2x2 e Screw Driver Stringers e Standard e Drop Cloth Woodworking Tools e 15 amp GFI e Personal Safety Outlet Equipment e Caulking Gun Cement Plaster Grout General Installation Information Carefully uncrate and inspect your new bath for any shipping damage If such damage is found report it to your vendor immediately After inspection and during installation protect the bath from construction damage Before installati
3. COLONY 5 INTEGRAL APRON WITH REMOVABLE ACCESS PANEL HIGH GLOSS ACRYLIC SHOWN LESS ALL FITTINGS American Standard 1749 SERIES WHIRLPOOL BATHING POOL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 60 m 1524 mm a ig 305 mm a 8 3 4 WATER RETENTION 3 4 222 mm FLANGE 3 SIDES 19 mm je 6 JETS ry FINISHED WALL N SEE FITTING ay SPECS FOR x 685 mn DIMENSIONS oe 1 I I P 42 1067 mm o ji 43 112 Zi 1105 mm Y i4 AA i CIL OF 2 3 4 SUPPLIES 1 70mm 2 AIR VALVES ON OFF ACCESS TO PUMP MOTOR SWITCH THROUGH REMOVABLE C L OF DRAIN CIL OF of SHOWER ARM FINISHED WALIN OPTIONAL TO FINISHED FLOOR USUALLY BETWEEN 1 1 4 WATER RETENTION FLANGE 3 SIDES amp APRON C LOF 65 amp 78 amp VALVES 1651 amp 1981mm CIL OF y SPOUT TILING Pa Fio mm FLANGE t C L OF OVERFLOW READS 1 1 2 O D TAILPIECE MATERIAL as 117mm FRONT ACCESS PANEL LEVELING STRINGER NOT FOR SUPPORT SV N unpeRsiDE 18 1 2 OF DECK GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1749 WHIRLPOOL INSTALLED SIZE 60 x 42 x 19 In 1525 x 1067 x 483mm WEIGHT 112 Lbs 50 Kg WEIGHT w WATER 714 Lbs 324 Kg GAL TO OVERFLOW 72 Gal 274 L WHIRLPOOL MIN OPERATING VOL 52 Gal 197 L BATHING WELL AT SUMP 44 x 23 In 1120 x 585mm BATHING WELL AT RIM 54 x 26 In 13
4. m of the tub apron also holding the tub in place FOR AFTER SALES SERVICE CALL 1 800 442 1902 WEEKDAYS 753572 100 American Standard Inc 2004 All product names listed herein are trademarks of American Standard Inc unless otherwise noted INSTALLATION AND FRAMING INSTRUCTIONS Locate studs as required Ensure roughing in dimensions are proper plumb and square Access to Pump Motor may be made through the access opening in the apron panel It is strongly recommended that an additional opening be provided for access to the drain components NOTE The apron may be used as the primary access opening 1 As shown in Fig 1 mark the position of the underside of the deck by tracing a line onto the studs using a level or other suitable straight edge 2 With the top of the stringer touching the traced line attach the stringer to the studs 3 Install drain components to the whirlpool or bath following the manufacturers instructions See the roughing in drawing for suggested opening size and location dimensions 4 THIS BATH MUST BE SUPPORTED ALONG ITS ENTIRE BOTTOM We recommend the use of mortar as bedding material sand is not recommended Apply enough bedding to support the complete bottom of the bath After the bedding has been poured and before it sets position whirlpool or bath within recess until the rim is leveled against the leveling stringers see Typical Recess Installation shown below The rim of the bath MUST NOT
5. on and before enclosing with wallboard tile etc water test the unit and check for leaks Do not make modifications to the whirlpool system or remove pump from factory mounting This could adversely affect the safety and performance of the whirlpool and void the warranty Do not handle or move the whirlpool by the pump motor or piping system Fittings bath filler shower arm etc are not provided with the bath and must be ordered separately Framing and enclosing materials are provided by others IMPORTANT Water test unit before installation and enclosure Locate studs as required insure rough dimensions are proper plumb and square For whirlpools access to pump motor may be made through access opening in apron panel The following procedure must be used for all installations leveling support stringer should be as indicated this bath is not self supporting and must be supported along it s entire bottom Support with mortar or grout Position bathtub whirlpool within the recess check level front to back side to side and shim as necessary To secure the tub to wood studs use drywall screws w washers or roofing nails immediately above the flange of the tub To secure the tub to steel studs use 4 drywall screws and flatwashers See page 2 for complete installation information Caution Take extra care when driving nails or screws to avoid damaging the tub The tile or similar finished floor will be butted against the botto
6. support weight Allow the bedding material to completely harden before applying weight to the rim or bottom of the bath Any finish material such as tile or wall board must be self supporting if it contacts the deck of the bath FIG 1 SUGGESTED WHIRLPOOL BATH INSTALLATION METHOD WOOD STUDS WATERPROOF DRYWALL OR CEMENT BOARD 1 x 3 25 x 76mm WOOD TYPICAL RECESS INSTALLATION STRINGER FULL LENGTH STEEL STUDS WATERPROOF DRYWALL OR CEMENT BOARD TILE SEALANT 4 102mm DRYWALL SCREW 60 1 8 1527mm 1 x 3 25 x 76mm WOOD STRINGER FULL LENGTH ALLOW OPEN FRAMING ON PUMP MOTOR END OF WHIRLPOOL FOR PUMP CLEARANCE MIN 12 X 18 753572 100 2 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS All wiring must be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the national electrical code and all other applicable codes WARNING When using electrical products basic precautions should always be observed including the following 1 DANGER RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Connect only to a circuit protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter 2 Grounding is required The unit should be installed by a licensed electrician and grounded 3 Install to permit access for servicing 4 All building materials and wiring should be routed away from the pump body and heater if equipped The whirlpool should be installed on a 120 vac 15 amp dedicated circuit The circui
7. t should be hard wired from the electrical power supply panel The circuit must be a three 3 wire circuit from the electrical supply panel A grounded neutral wire and a third wire earth ground are essential Heater equipped models require a separate 15 amp maximum GFCI circuit ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION SEPARATE 15 GFCI OUTLET WHIRLPOOL MOUNTED 120 VAC AIR SWITCH OR WALL TIMER ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS 753572 100 3 WIRE SELECTION GUIDE Maximum distance from fusebox to motor The sizes shown on this Motor chart are recommendations Hi Performance for copper conductors Rating only Always follow 120V Power Line local and national 1 0 electrical codes DRAIN CONNECTION AND SYSTEM TEST Using recommended drain opening connect whirlpool drain to waste line Tighten all drain joints securely Check the pump couplings and make sure they are hand tight Clean the whirlpool and fill with water to a point 2 above the top of the highest jet Recheck the pump couplings and make certain that they are not leaking Although the pump couplings are factory tightened and inspected some loosening may have occurred during transit Make sure the whirlpool is connected to the electrical supply and turn the whirlpool on Check for leaks around all piping connections while the whirlpool is running POST INSTALLATION CLEAN UP Remove all construction debris from bath Tile grout can be removed with a
8. ve stains cigarette tar deposits or other surface blemishes e Abrasive cleaners or powders must not be used since they will dull the surface If the glossy surface looses its sheen dulled areas can be restored by rubbing with a white automotive type polishing compound and waxing with a liquid wax Do not wax areas where you walk or stand Do not allow nail polish remover acetone dry cleaning fluid paint remover or other solvents to come into contact with the surface Clean the surrounding surface immediately after using caustic drain cleaners Burning cigarettes will damage the surface Should damage to the fixture occur repairs can be made quickly and easily Your distributor or builder can provide details 753572 100 4 SPIC AND SPAN IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF PROCTER amp GAMBLE
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