Swanstone BT-3060L_R - Installation - Manual (Page 13)

Special Application For Sound Deadening
or Fireproofing
If the bathtub must be elevated above the subfloor for
sound deadening or fireproofing, excluding above the
floor framework, the following procedures must be used:
Note: Depending upon wall board application, the
bathtub enclosure must be framed out accordingly.
Refer to the Understanding Framework Construction
section for more information on wall board installation.
1. Refer to the plumbing fixture manufacturers
instructions. Install any portion of the drain or
overflow hardware required, prior to bathtub
installation. Refer to the illustration in the Plumbing
section for dimensions.
2. Snap the bathtub clips on the bathtub flange and
locate as noted in the dimensions illustration.
3. Measure and locate 1 x 4’s or 2 x 4’s on the
subfloor, as noted in the illustration in this section.
Trial fit the bathtub and make sure there is full
contact with the subfloor framework, the front bottom
edge of the bathtub, and the feet on the bottom of
the bathtub.
4. Make sure the bathtub is level in both directions. If
shimming is necessary, shim between the 1 x 4’s or
2 x 4’s and the existing subfloor.
This product is not designed for above-the-floor
mounting (the base of the bathtub must be fully
supported by the subfloor). Any application other than
that covered in this manual, will void the warranty.
5. Remove the bathtub. Securely attach the 1 x 4’s or
2 x 4’s to the subfloor, in the positions determined in
Step 3 and Step 4.
6. The subfloor is now ready for a slurry of fast drying
cement (Quikrete or other product). This material
must completely fill the areas between the 1 x 4’s or
2 x 4’s, where the bottom of the bathtub rests. This
will ensure complete support of the bathtub.
7. Place the bathtub into the framework enclosure and
firmly press it into the mortar/thinset. Level the
bathtub in both directions.
8. Secure the bathtub to the framework studs by
attaching the bathtub clips with large head roofing
nails (one nail per clip).
9. Allow the mortar/thinset to cure for 24 hours.
10. Make sure the protective plastic liner is in the
bathtub and/or place cardboard, or similar
scratch-resistant material, in the bottom of the
bathtub to prevent possible damage during further
construction
11. Follow all local building codes and manufacturers
instructions to install the bathtub enclosure walls and
install the plumbing fixtures.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
BT-010
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Installation Procedure