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General Information
Followed carefully, these installation instructions will result
in an easy, trouble-free installation of your MAAX BT-3060
Bathtub. When installing this bathtub with other MAAX
products, such as the BA-3060 Bath Alcove Wall Kit, Nextile
wall kit or other wall panel kits, read all the installation
instructions in each kit before beginning installation. Any
deviations, additions, and/or deletions from the prescribed
installation, without prior written approval of our Customer
Relations Department, will void the warranty covering this
product. Not following the directions could also result in
personal injuries, water damage, and other damage to floors,
pipes, walls, and other portions of your building or home.
Important Information
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If the bathtub is installed in conjunction with solid
surface wall panels or ceramic tile, the stud wall
framework must first have the appropriate 1/2” (13 mm)
moisture-resistant wall board, marine grade plywood, or
cement board installed.
Note
: Install the BA Series Alcove Wall Kit or other appropriate
wall board material after installing the BT3060 bathtub.
Required Tools
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Hammer
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Sabre saw (for cutting drain hole in subfloor)
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Tape measure
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Level
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Large head roofing nails (for bathtub clips)
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Filler (thinset or mortar)
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Clean paper towels or shop towels
Carton Contents
The bathtub carton contains one Natural Gloss Composite
Bathtub; BT-3060 R (right-side drain) or BT-3060 L (left-side
drain), and six metal bathtub clips. Confirm that all parts of
this kit have been included before beginning installation.
Unpackaging
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This product is shipped to you or your retail center after
careful inspection. After purchasing the kit, carefully unbox
and inspect the product for any shipping damage that may
have occurred. Make sure the bathtub is the correct size
and is in good condition. Remove the protective plastic
tub liner and inspect the bathtub for damage. If damage
is found, report it immediately to the store of purchase.
Installation of a damaged product will void the warranty.
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After inspection, replace the protective plastic liner. During
construction, protect the product from damage by moving it
to another room or area until time to install the bathtub.
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Store the bathtub on a flat surface until the time of
installation. Do not discard the plastic liner/protector from
the bathtub until after the installation is complete. Do
not store the bathtub in a vertical position, outside of the
original packaging.
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Please use the model number located on the side of the
box or the front of this manual when contacting us with
questions concerning the installation of this unit.
Helpful Hints
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Read all instructions carefully BEFORE starting the installation.
Familiarize yourself with the various parts of the kit.
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The variety of installations possible for this kit may require
procedures other than those shown. Ensure that framework
construction is correctly sized, plumb, and square.
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Keep the plastic liner/protector in place for protection of the
bathtub during the installation process.
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Store unused materials away from the work area to prevent
accidental damage.
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If the bathtub is placed over a garage or on an outside wall,
care must be taken to ensure that the bathtub plumbing is
properly insulated from cold temperatures.
General Information
