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4. Secure the Unit — Models With Whirlpool Base

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not lift the whirlpool by the piping or pump, or use the

piping or pump for structural support of the whirlpool.

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not support the whirlpool by the rim.

Choose the installation option that best applies to your particular installation. Follow the appropriate

instructions.

If the subﬂoor is not level, shim the whirlpool base as necessary.

NOTE: Do not use gypsum cement or drywall compound for this application, as they will not provide an

acceptable, durable bond.

Spread a 2" (5cm) thick layer of cement or mortar on the subﬂoor where the whirlpool will be set. This

will help secure, level, and support the unit.

With help, carefully lift the whirlpool into place.

Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level. Use screws or lag bolts to secure

the whirlpool base to the ﬂoor. Drill small pilot holes through the whirlpool base as needed.

Position a piece of plastic drop cloth material on top of the cement or mortar bed. With help, carefully lift

the whirlpool into place.

Apply a continuous bead of high-quality silicone sealant around the entire rim of the whirlpool.

Apply a generous amount of high-quality construction adhesive to the bottom of the whirlpool base. With

help, carefully lift the whirlpool into position.

Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level and resting on all support blocks.

Use screws or lag bolts to secure the whirlpool base to the ﬂoor. Drill small pilot holes through the

whirlpool base as needed.

Apply a continuous bead of high-quality silicone sealant around the entire rim of the whirlpool.

With help, carefully lift the whirlpool into position.

Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level. Use screws or lag bolts to secure

the whirlpool base to the ﬂoor. Drill small pilot holes through the whirlpool base as needed.

Apply a continuous bead of high-quality silicone sealant around the entire rim of the whirlpool.

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Spread a 2"

(5cm) layer

of cement or

mortar bed

material

Apply a bead of

silicone sealant

around the entire

rim

Apply construction

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