I was reading through the Jacuzzi installation instructions on-line prior to picking up the tub just to make sure a have all my bases covered and have no surprises. I don't know if installers in the real world actually read and follow these documents to a "T", but I came across the folowing note:
"All bath units are factory tested for proper operation and watertight connections prior to shipping. NOTE: Prior to installation, the bath must be filled with water and operated to check for leaks that may have resulted from shipping damage or mishandling. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath is not responsible for any defectthat could have been discovered, repaired or avoided by following this inspection and testing proceedure."
Ok, seems prudent check to make sure nothing leeks, but is this really done? What about the potential damage done by filling a tub that may not be properly supported? Can I simply set the tub on my not exactly level driveway and fill'er up? Temporarily jerry-rig an old extension cord so that I can plug it in?
IS THIS NORMALLY DONE?
I guess if there is a problem, it sure would be easier to just toss it back in the 'ol 240 Wagon and drive it right on back to Lowes than to have to extract it from the installed confines of the bathroom!
"All bath units are factory tested for proper operation and watertight connections prior to shipping. NOTE: Prior to installation, the bath must be filled with water and operated to check for leaks that may have resulted from shipping damage or mishandling. Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath is not responsible for any defectthat could have been discovered, repaired or avoided by following this inspection and testing proceedure."
Ok, seems prudent check to make sure nothing leeks, but is this really done? What about the potential damage done by filling a tub that may not be properly supported? Can I simply set the tub on my not exactly level driveway and fill'er up? Temporarily jerry-rig an old extension cord so that I can plug it in?
IS THIS NORMALLY DONE?
I guess if there is a problem, it sure would be easier to just toss it back in the 'ol 240 Wagon and drive it right on back to Lowes than to have to extract it from the installed confines of the bathroom!