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tub has settled causing the tub to have an uneven
base. Check for bench block screws that may be in
seam between two staves.
2.
If the tub has dried out from being left empty, check
the compression straps for tightness. If the wood
has dried enough to show signs of shrinkage, it is a
good idea to take up the slack with the tightening
bolts.
NEVER
tighten the straps when the tub is full
of water! Tighten the bottom one primarily. The
upper straps should not be over tightened. Do not
force them. Do not attempt to hit the staves with
the mallet. This could cause additional problems.
3.
Check the floor of the tub with a level and inspect
the foundation and chine joists under the tub. If the
foundation is uneven, the tub will need to be
drained and moved, and the foundation problem
fixed.
4.
Wood sawdust
is one of the simplest and most
effective ways to stop leaks. This is a technique
borrowed from wooden boat builders. The wood
dust will find its way into the leak because of the
water movement, and help to stop the leak.
Included with your tub was a small bag of fine wood
sawdust. If you can’t find it or need more, you may
be able to find some locally at a woodshop or we
can send some to you.
Important: if you installed a filter, remove the filter
cartridge from the filter during this procedure,
otherwise it will clog.
Drain the tub and spread a cup or two of fine
wood dust on the floor of the tub, or alternatively,
use a little water to make a peanut butter-like
paste of the wood dust and smear some directly
on the area that is leaking. Refill the tub. As the
water is added, the wood sawdust will be naturally
drawn to places where the water is keeping out and
accelerate the swelling and sealing of the tub. The
dust is harmless and the excess will be flushed out
the first time you drain and rinse the tub. Note: It
may take more than one treatment to slow or fix
the leak, but this method works in almost every
case.
5.
If the above solutions have not worked, apply a
small amount of silicone to the leaking area on
the inside of the tub. The surface of the
wood must be completely dry for the silicone to
adhere.
Section 15: Warranty Information
Your tub has a limited warranty for two years against
defects in material and workmanship. This warranty
excludes damage caused by errors in assembly, normal
wear and tear, and modifications made to the tub.
The cover has a manufacturers’ limited warranty of four
years.
Heating and pump equipment has a limited warranty of
one year.
Manufactured by:
Dundalk LeisureCraft Inc
Phone: (888)923-9813
318448 8
th
Line NE,
www.dundalkleisurecraft.com
Dundalk, Ontario Canada
www.leisurecraftusa.com
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