Chapters in this video
- 0:00 Unboxing and Initial Inspection The video shows the unboxing of an Ella's Bubbles walk-in tub and the initial inspection for any shipping damage.
- 0:49 Pre-Installation Leak Check The tub is filled outside to check for leaks and all pumps are run to ensure proper function before installation.
- 1:11 Drain and Water Supply Connections The installer modifies the floor for the oversized drains and connects the water supply lines with shut-off valves.
- 2:10 Electrical and Leveling A licensed electrician adds proper breakers and GFCI outlets, and the tub's adjustable legs are used for leveling.
- 2:47 Final Checks and Finishing Touches After all connections are secure, the tub is filled to check for leaks, and the side panels are replaced and sealed.
An Ella's Bubbles Transfer 60 walk-in tub installation is shown, from delivery to final connections. This video helps customers understand the process for a successful and reliable tub setup.
Video transcript
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when you order an Ella walk-in tub it will be transported to your home in various different ways depending upon the shipping process and your installer this particular installation was done in the greater Chicago area upon arrival remove the case and all the packing material and and begin inspection for any shipping damage remove all end and side panels before moving the tub into the home begin a detailed inspection looking for damage and follow all instructions pay attention to all warning labels whenever possible fill the tub outside to check for any leaks run all pumps and continue the inspection for leakage we strongly suggest this external check to prevent any issues after installation after draining and drying the tub it's ready to move inside here's a location that's replacing the existing tub with an Ella walk-in tub all installations are different but many times floor modifications may be needed to accommodate the oversiz 2-in drains your home's drain configuration is probably different than this one here the installer has chosen to cap off one side of the T type dual drains and is using a single configuration to connect to the house main drain here's how the final connection looks 5-ft water supply lines are included when you order an Ella fast fill Foss it set here the installer has modified the house water supply lines and has placed shut off valves where they can be easily reached here we see a licensed electrician making the correct addition to the house breaker panel proper Breakers with the appropriate amperage must be utilized and GFCI Outlets must also be used when connecting the tub proper leveling of the tub is also vitally important important if the tub is not level the doors will not close properly and could possibly leak L walk-in tubs have adjustable leveling legs to facilitate proper tub leveling after all connections are secure fill the tub and run all the pumps check thoroughly for any leaks replace all end and side panels as necessary secure with screws as needed your house configuration is probably different but apply silicone COA as needed your elok and tub when installed properly will deliver many many years of reliable service
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