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REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS FOR ACQUABELLA SHOWER BASES

It is possible to repair the color of an AKRON base by Acquabella if for some reason the surface of the

shower has deteriorated due to improper use. In these cases, a repair kit can be requested specifying the

color and texture of the shower base to be repaired. The kit consists of two containers, one with colored

lacquer and the other with catalyst (transparent liquid). Depending on the color, the percentage of these

products is different, this percentage is indicated when the Kit is supplied.

Procedure for the repair of an AKRON shower base:

Clean very well the zone to paint, taking special care in greasy or soapy rests. You can apply for this pro-

cess burning alcohol or acetone diluted in water with a cloth that does not leave any kind of lint.

The surface must be totally clean and dry.

Protect with masking tape or similar, the susceptible zones of staining (tiles, screens, etc)

Open the containers.

Pour the colored lacquer and the catalyst on a small plastic paint bucket and mix.

Use a wool roller to paint of 3 or 4 inches, exercising long strokes and always in the same sense, reiterating

the necessary. It is important that it does not release lint residues.

Depending on the state to restore, it is possible that you need to apply several coats of paint. To do this,

let dry between one and another at least 40 minutes before applying the next coat.

Finally let it dry 48 hours before removing the protection masking tape.

Attention: for your safety, use mask and gloves as you are working with chemical products.

Attention:

ADVICE

Transport the shower base only inside the packaging and avoid improper loading. Do not support it in a

tilted position.

Acquabella. US is not responsible for damage caused by improper storage or transport.

Installation should only be performed by an authorized sanitary specialist.

Always check the AKRON shower base before installing it and make sure that it drains perfectly.

Protect the pan with the protective cardboard until the work is completed.

During the installation of the base the surfaces, coatings, wall, and tiles must be protected.

Follow the manufacturer's instructions when installing the trap.

Avoid any type of dirt, in particular soiling due to drainage obstruction or construction debris.

The floor on which the shower base sits must be clean, free of grease and dry.

To ensure a good installation, the work phases must be carried out in accordance with the working times.