BainUltra OPALIA Center Ellipse Thermomasseur Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
- BainUltra
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BainUltra OPALIA Center Ellipse Thermomasseur
Product Specifications:
- Brand: OPALIA
- Model: [Model Number]
- Website: www.bainultra.com
- Customer Service: 1-800-463-2187
Product Usage Instructions
Parts & Tools Required:
- Installation template
- 48-inch level
- Measuring tape
- Teflon tape
- Caulking gun
- Silicone ABS & PVC Glue
- Square/Phillips #2 Screwdriver
- 3/4 Ratchet
- Adjustable clamps
Plumbing Installation:
- WARNING: Ensure proper floor support (1500 LB / 680 KG) and bedding for the bath.
- Service Access and Ventilation: Make sure there is adequate access for service and proper ventilation.
Remote Mounting of Turbine with Access Under Bath:
NOTE: Refer to the provided Installation Template. Contact customer
service if missing.
Standard Parts – Plumbing:
- A – Plated drain clicker
- B – Strainer
- C – Rubber seal
- D – Tee PVC Drain shoe
Optional Parts – Plumbing:
F – Tee Brass drain shoe
NOTE: Cut overflow pipe to desired length if necessary. Glue it to the PVC connector and drain.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
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Q: What should I do if I encounter difficulties during installation?
A: If you face challenges during installation, please contact our customer service at 1-800-463-2187 for assistance. -
Q: Is it necessary to use all the optional plumbing parts listed?
A: The optional parts are provided for specific installation scenarios. It is recommended to use them as needed for your setup.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE INSTALLER AND THE OWNER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PERTAINING TO RISKS OF FIRE, ELECTROCUTION OR PERSONAL INJURY READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS • SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS DOCUMENT SUPERCEDES THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL.
WARNING
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Risk of hyperthermia; people using medication and/or having an adverse medical history should consult a physician before using a Hydro-thermo massage® bathtub equipped with a heater.
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Risk of hyperthermia and possible drowning: do not use a Hydro-thermo massage® bathtub equipped with heater immediately following strenuous exercise.
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Risk of fetal injury; pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a physician before using a Hydro-thermo massage® bathtub equipped with a heater.
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Risk of accidental injury or drowning; do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a Hydro-thermo massage® bathtub equipped with a heater.
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Use this unit only for its intended purposes or as described in this manual. Use only accessories or devices recommended by the manufacturer.
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Risk of hyperthermia and possible drowning. Check and adjust water temperature before use. Water temperature exceeding 100ºF (38ºC) may be injurious to your health.
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To reduce the risk of injury, as with any other conventional bath, do not allow children or physically impaired people
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To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the Thermomasseur®.
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The Geysair should always be connected to the hot water intake. If it is not the case, then, the Geysair should be deactivated via the bath control.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
- Disconnect electric power before servicing.
- Do not permit electrical appliances (hair dryer, lamp, telephone, radio, television, etc.) within 5’ (1,5 m) of the Thermomasseur®.
- Before using the Thermomasseur®, its installation should be completely finished so that a bather cannot accidentally come in contact with electrical components (turbine and power module).
- For indoor use only.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS:
- Never drop or insert objects into any openings.
- The Thermomasseur® must be connected only to a supply circuit that is protected by a 20 amp class A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). Optional therapies such as Chromotherapy and/or 2nd heated backrest and/or WarmTouchShell® must be connected to a supply circuit that is protected by a 15 amp class A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). This interrupt-er is supplied by a certified electrician and must be tested on a regular basis in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. The GFCI ground must be connected. If defective, do not use the Thermomasseur®. Disconnect immediately and call a certified electrician.
- Use 12 AWG (or greater) copper conductors that resist temperatures of at least 194ºF (90ºC).
- Canada only: for permanently connected units. A green-colored terminal (or a wire connector marked g., gr., ground or grounding) is provided within the terminal compartment (not applicable if unit supplied with an electric plug).
- To reduce the risk of electrocution, connect this terminal or connector to the grounding terminal of your electric service or supply panel with conductor equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying the equipment and be 12 AWG or more.
- All electrical connections must be carried out by a certified electrician and must respect federal, provincial/state, and local building codes and regulations.
- Install in accordance with manufacturer’s installation instructions.
- For Geysair-equipped baths using remote turbine installation (not mounted on the bath), grounding continuity must be tested between the bath grounding terminal and the bath power supply. Failure to perform the grounding continuity test could result in serious personal injury.
WATER LEAK TEST
Once plumbing is fully installed and before beginning any other work, fill the
ThermoMasseur® with water to overflow level and wait 30 minutes. Check all
plumbing hook-ups and bath for leaks. BainUltra® is not responsible for any
water damage caused by improper installation (see Warranty section).
PARTS & TOOLS REQUIRED
**OPTIONAL PART – PLUMBING***
ENSEMBLE ISLAND TUB DRAIN® (ITD)
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Makes installation and servicing easier for removal of bath.
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Allows you to connect the bath drain tailpiece to the plumbing pipe without need for tightening to seal once the bath is lowered to the floor.
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SET INCLUDES A CONIC SHAPED SEAL AND A 6 IN. (15 CM) BRASS TAILPIECE.
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: REQUIRED WHEN NO ACCESS IS POSSIBLE UNDER the BATH.
PARTS & TOOLS REQUIRED
- Installation template
- 48-inch level
- Measuring tape
- Teflon tape
- Caulking gun
- Silicone
- ABS & PVC Glue
- Square/Phillips #2 Screwdriver
- 3/4” Ratchet
- Adjustable clamps
SITE PREPARATION
PLUMBING
- See faucet manufacturer’s specifications for zoning and plan water supply location accordingly.
- Position drain according to bath’s technical specifications.
WARNING
Baths from Opalia® collection cannot be drilled for faucet installation.
Faucets must be freestanding or wall-mounted models.
BEDDING
Before installing, ensure that the floor underneath the bath can support 1500
lb (680 kg). The bath may sit directly on the floor. No special bedding
installation is recommended by manufacturer, the bathtub can sit directly on
the floor. How-ever, the bath can also sit on a concrete bedding. In that
case, it is recommended to isolate the concrete between two plastic sheets:
one installed on the floor and the other under the bath.
SERVICE ACCESS AND VENTILATION
- A service access is necessary. Minimum dimensions are 22 in. x 18 in. (55 cm x 46 cm) to properly reach all electrical components of the system.
- An air vent is necessary. Minimum dimensions are: 2 in. x 4 in. (5 cm x 10 cm) to ensure proper functioning of the turbine.
- There is a technical specification sheet for each BainUltra® ThermoMasseur® which includes information such as necessary dimensions of site before installation.
- If you do not already have the technical specifications, download it from the BainUltra® Web site at: bainultra.com or call us at: 1 800 463-2187.
INSTALLATION
REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE WITH ACCESS UNDER BATH
PLUMBING – FLOOR LAYOUT FOR PIPES AND ACCESS OPALIA 6839
NOTE : Please refer to the Installation Template provided with your OPALIA bath. However, if it is missing, please contact us at 1-800-463-2187 to order it.
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PLUMBING
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NOTE: If necessary, cut the overflow pipe to the desired length, and glue it to the PVC connector and to the drain.
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TURBINE & GEYSAIR INSTALLATION (FOR THERMOMASSEUR®)
WARNING- Access to Geysair® backflow preventer is necessary for cleaning of the filter.
- Baths from Opalia® collection cannot be drilled for faucet installation. Faucets must be freestanding or wall-mounted models.
- Geysair component cannot be remote mounted. It must stay at original position, attached to bath. Must never be unplugged.
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ELECTRICAL WIRING OF OPTIONAL COMPONENTS REMOTE MOUNTING of CONTROL MODULES SEE STEP 8 page 14
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BATH INSTALLATION – OPALIA 6839 HELPFUL TIPS:
- Carefully place the tub on its side, on a blanket or a corrugated cardboard.
- To easily manipulate the bathtub in a safe way during installation, we recommend using moving straps.
WARNING - Be sure the floor is leveled. Use shims as needed.
- Do not remove the protective plastic film on the tub and place a drop-cloth in the tub during installation to protect the acrylic.
- Apply a bead of silicone around the perimeter of the bath once on the floor.
- The tub must be securely anchored to floor.
- Connect the drain.
- Fix bath to floor by using washers «O» and nuts «N».
- Install the bath on anchors « M » previously screwed to floor. Remove exceeding silicone.
- Place cover seals «Q» over openings.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL INSTALLATION – MIAPLUS®
LOCATION: Determine the most convenient location, on the wall close to tub. Peel off the protective film of sticker behind the control. You can add a silicone bead to secure to the wall.
WARNING-
Baths from Opalia® collection cannot be drilled for faucet installation. Faucets must be freestanding or wall-mounted models.
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DRILLING OF WALL: Refer to the Cutting Template on page 23 for the location and diameter of the holes.
TOOLS REQUIRED -
Jig saw with fine cut blade
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Drill
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1/4 in. drill bit
TOUCH PAD INSTALLATION -
Push wiring through drilled holes.
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Remove protective film from watertight seal.
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Secure to the wall with permanent waterproof sealant (mold-free clear silicone for bathrooms).
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Secure temporarily with a tape for about 24 h.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL INSTALLATION – DOT
TOOLS REQUIRED -
7/8 in. Hole saw
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Drill
TOUCH PAD INSTALLATION -
Push wiring through drilled holes.
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Remove protective film from watertight seal.
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Secure to the wall with permanent waterproof
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sealant (mold-free clear silicone for bathrooms).
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Secure temporarily with a tape for about 24 h.
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WARNING If the control is not factory installed, you will find it attached to the turbine, or to the electronic control modules.
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REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE
WARNING- Choose a location for the turbine with the shortest possible distance from the Thermomasseur® bath, no more than 15 ft. (4,6m), and a maximum of six elbow directional changes to ensure system performance. It can be under the floor, in a closet or any other place that can hide the turbine and if needed optional modules. Easy access must remain possible at all time and sufficient air ventilation is necessary for turbine.
- A service access is necessary. Minimum dimensions are 22 in. x 18 in. (55 cm x 46 cm) to properly reach all electrical components of the system.
- An air vent is necessary. Minimum dimensions are: 2 in. x 4 in. (5 cm x 10 cm) to ensure proper functioning of the turbine.
- Geysair® cannot be remotely installed.
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REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE – AIR PIPE (THERMOMASSEUR®)
REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE – ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (THERMOMASSEUR®)
• See page 16 for electrical diagram
WARNING For
Geysair® equipped baths using remote turbine installation (not mounted on the
bath), grounding continuity must be tested between the bath grounding terminal
and the bath power supply. Failure to perform the grounding continuity test
could result in serious personal injury. -
REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE – ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OF OPTIONAL THERAPIES
See page 16 for electrical diagram.-
A: Geysair
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B: Mia / MiaPlus
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C: Warm Touch Shell (WTS)
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D: Chromatherapy
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E: BU-Touch*
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F : Aroma Flow
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NOTE: Connections may differ depending on the bath model and options.
WARNING -
Electrical outlet must be installed by a certified electrician. Installation must be conducted inaccordance with all local, provincial/state, and federal building/electrical codes and regulations.
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Connect electrical power supply only after all low voltage wiring is properly installed on turbine.
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If you did not follow this last step, shut off and then restart your home’s circuit breaker. Turbine and air pipe should be clear of building materials and wiring.
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- BU-Touch is a virtual control application that activates all the options of the ThermoMasseur Air jets bath from your mobile device. Please refer to BU-TOUCH Quick Start Guide: www.bainultra.com/butouch-guide
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REMOTE MOUNTING OF OPTIONAL THERAPIES (TUB ONLY) – ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
See page 16 for electrical diagram.
WARNING -
Electrical outlet must be installed by a certified electrician. Installation must be conducted in accordance with all local, provincial/state, and federal building/electrical codes and regulations.
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Connect electrical power supply only after all low voltage wiring is properly installed. If you did not follow this last step, shut off and then restart your home’s circuit breaker.
NOTE: Connections may differ depending on the bath model and options.
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ELECTRICAL SECTION
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM – 20A THERMOMASSEUR® and 15A THERAPY
REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE WITHOUT ACCESS UNDER BATH
PLUMBING – ISLAND TUB DRAIN INSTALLATION
HELPFUL TIP:
Carefully place the tub on its side, on a blanket or a corrugated cardboard
WARNING
Refer to supplied instructions for Island Tub Drain installation.
TURBINE & GEYSAIR INSTALLATION (FOR
THERMOMASSEUR®) PASSAGE FOR THE ELECTRICAL WIRING OF OPTIONAL THERAPIES
WARNING
IF THE AIR PIPING CONNECTIONS AND POWER SUPPLY OF THERAPEUTIC OPTIONS HAVE TO
BE AT FLOOR LEVEL, YOU MUST MAKE AN OPENING ON ONE SIDE OF THE BATH, AS CLOSE
AS POSSIBLE TO TURBINE AND CONTROLS.
- Do not drill through the interior shell.
- The size of the opening must be large enough to allow wires and pipes to go through.
- (*) : Location of air pipe can differ from drawing.
TURBINE & GEYSAIR INSTALLATION (FOR THERMOMASSEUR®)
WARNING
- Access to Geysair® backflow preventer is necessary for cleaning of the filter.
- Baths from Opalia® collection cannot be drilled for faucet installation. Faucets must be freestanding or wall-mounted models.
- Geysair component cannot be remote mounted. It must stay at original position, attached to bath.
- Must never be unplugged.
ELECTRICAL WIRING OF OPTIONAL COMPONENTS
REMOTE MOUNTING of CONTROL MODULES SEE STEP 8 page 14
BATH INSTALLATION – OPALIA WITH ISLAND TUB DRAIN
HELPFUL TIPS:
- Carefully place the tub on its side, on a blanket or a corrugated cardboard.
- To easily manipulate the bathtub in a safe way during installation, we recommend using moving straps.
WARNING
- Be sure the floor is leveled. Use shims as needed.
- Do not remove the protective plastic film on the tub and place a drop-cloth in the tub during installation to protect the acrylic.
- Apply a bead of silicone around the perimeter of the bath once on the floor.
- Connect the drain.
- Install bath on anchors « M» previously screwed to the floor. Remove exceeding silicone.
- Connect the drain.
- Fix bath to floor by using washers «O» and nuts «N».
- Install the bath on anchors « M » previously screwed to floor. Remove exceeding silicone.
- Place cover seals «Q» over openings.
BATH INSTALLATION
DRAIN CONNECTION WITH ISLAND TUB DRAIN® (ITD) – INFORMATION
WARNING
Refer to supplied instructions for ISLAND TUB DRAIN® installation.
FOR THE NEXT STEPS, SEE SECTION : REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE WITH ACCESS UNDER THE BATH
- 5 ELECTRONIC CONTROL INSTALLATION – MIAPLUS® ……………………………………………………………………………………….11
- 5 ELECTRONIC CONTROL INSTALLATION – DOT (THERAPIES)……………………………………………………………………………..11
- 6 REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12
- 7 REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE – AIR PIPE (THERMOMASSEUR®)………………………………………………………………….13
- 7 REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE – ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (THERMOMASSEUR®))……………………………………..13
- 8 REMOTE MOUNTING OF TURBINE – ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OF OPTIONAL THERAPIES………………………………..14
- 8 REMOTE MOUNTING OF OPTIONAL THERAPIES – ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS…………………………………………………..15
- ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM – THERMOMASSEUR & THERAPIES……………………………………………………………………………..16
CUTTING TEMPLATE OF ELECTRONIC CONTROLS
WALL INSTALLATION
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