Installation Sheet

GUIDELINES
FOR UNIT
INSTALLATION
Page 4
2009-09-09 10023055
Framing Requirements
Due to individual site variations, exact
guidelines for every situation cannot be
supplied. The recommended framing and
dimensional requirements shown are for a
typical application and may vary, depending
on site requirements.
The unit framing dimensions shown in
Figure 1a and Figure 1b are from the
surfaces where the unit will be attached.
This surface can be bare studding, dry wall
or other suitable underlayment material.
It is important that the floor and all
framing be square and level. Framing
should be done using accepted materials
and construction techniques, in accordance
with all applicable codes.
An optional unit cap is available for
selected shower models, which will require
the construction of a header for proper unit
installation. The header is only required for
units using a cap.
Optional Unit Cap Installation
An individual set of installation guidelines are
included in the optional unit cap package.
The unit cap CANNOT be properly installed
after the unit has been secured in the framed
area. Refer to, and follow the instructions
packaged with the cap before continuing.
WARNING!
IF AN OPTIONAL UNIT CAP IS USED,
THE CAP MUST BE INSTALLED ON
THE UNIT BEFORE IT IS PLACED IN
THE ALCOVE!
Installation Procedure
With the unit positioned in the framed area,
several details must be checked prior to
securing the unit in place. (Figures 2a, 2b)
ü Confirm dam is flush on the floor.
ü Confirm drain alignment.
ü Confirm the unit is level along the top of
each side wall and across dam area.
ü Confirm each front inside wall surface
is plumb (This is critical for the proper
installation of an enclosure).
ü Confirm the unit is square in the framed
area.
Confirm unit dam
is resting flush
on the floor
Figure 2a - Unit
Installation
Procedure
Wall
Framing
Fastening
Flange
1. Position Shower
in Framed Area
Wall Framing
Confirm Drain
Alignment
Wall
Framing
Fastening
Flange
Fi
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Drill 1/8 inch hole
through flange at each
framing member
Wall
Framing
Fastening
Flange
Figure 3b - Securing Unit
Secure unit
to framing with
1-1/4" screws
CAUTION: Protect unit surface
with a shield when fastening
Figure 2b - Unit
Installation
Procedure
Wall
Framing
Fastening
Flange
Wall Framing
2. Level Shower
in Framed Area
Confirm the unit is level
across the front and
from front to back
Confirm unit is plumb
at outside corners