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4. Prepare the Bath and Subfloor
CAUTION: Risk of Product Damage. Do not lift or move the bath by the apron or
apron braces. Verify that the apron braces are attached before installing the bath, then
lift the bath by the rim at multiple points.
NOTE: If the bath cannot be directly bonded to the subfloor or if decreased
movement is desired, consider installing an optional mortar cement bed following the
″Install a Mortar Cement Bed″ steps below.
NOTE: Keep a liner or drop cloth in place in the bottom of the bath until
construction is complete.
Dry fit the bath.
Verify that the bath is level and well supported by the subfloor.
If the bath is not level, level using mortar cement following the ″Install a Mortar
Cement Bed″ steps below, or shim with metal, hardwood, or other durable
material. Reposition and shim the bath until it is aligned with the framing and
level.
Mark the height of the bath flange on each walled side.
Remove the bath.
Measure down 11/16″ (1.7 cm) from the first mark and make a second mark.
Dry fit the bath and make sure the rim of the bath does not support its weight.
Lower the brace slightly if the weight of the bath rests on the brace.
Remove the bath.
Install the drain and overflow assembly to the bath according to the drain
manufacturer’s instructions.
11/16"
(1.7 cm)
Braces
Renforts
Refuerzos
Brace
Renfort
Refuerzo
Verify that the bath is level.
Vérifier que la baignoire
soit nivelée.
Verifique que la bañera
esté nivelada.
Stud
Montant
Poste de
madera
Studs
Montants
Postes de
madera
54" (137.2 cm)
Maximum
Maximum
Máximo
1072812-2-A 12 Sterling