Installation Guide

Standard Sectional
Installation Instructions
Gelcoat & Solid Surface Bathware
2. Place a continuous bead of silicone on base between the
edge of the base and the holes. For three and four piece
units, apply silicone up the vertical seam(s) at the front or
inside edge of the wall. Also around the pin alignment piece.
3. Place the walls on the top of the base aligning the holes
with the pins. For three and four piece units, install the left
wall rst. Repeating the same for the right wall. Press all
seams together to assure a tight t. Wipe away any excess
caulking. See Figure 5
4. For four piece units, install the back wall rst. Install the
left and right walls (Wet wall last). Press the seams together,
to assure a tight t. Wipe away any excess caulking before it
cures.
5. Make sure all seams are even and in alignment with the
base section. Fasten the wall assembly to the framing using
6D galvanized screws through the mounting anges. Fasten
every 8” O.C. along the vertical anges and to each framing
stud along the top, horizontally.
6. Make connections to supply and drain lines. Strap all lines
to the framing. Install nish trim. Caulk as necessary.
7. Check for leaks before installing wall-board and closing off
plumbing access.
8. Finish wall board as detailed in Figure 6.
It is recommended that these wedges are in place and in
proper contact to assure structural integrity of the bathing
unit.
5. Plumb and level the unit in two directions: Place a level
on top of the apron, and along the nished at area at
the top of the wall. Once the unit is leveled, if any gap
appears between the apron and sub oor ll the gap with
solid material. When satised with the t, attach the unit
to framing with 6d galvanized nails or screws through the
pre-drilled holes in the mounting anges. If required, drill
additional holes through the anges in order to attach the
unit to each stud.
6. Make connections to supply and drain lines. Strap all lines
to the framing. Install nish trim. Caulk as necessary.
7. Check for leaks before installing wall-board and closing off
plumbing access.
8. Finish wall board as detailed in Figure 2.
Sectional
bathing units are shipped from the factory with screws or
nuts and bolts connecting the parts together.
If installing the unit fastened together in one piece, follow
instructions on Page 1 of this manual.
The alignment pins should allow you to more easily install
the unit in the framing alcove. Read and understand the
instructions on this page since the alignment pins must be
inserted in a specic direction.
1. Install drain and/or overow assembly on unit
following drain manufacturers instructions. Place support
wedges under the back edge and secure Place the base
unit in the install location. Level the unit. A minimum of two
shims should be used for proper support. (See Figure 5).
Re-check level and attach base to framing studs with 6D
galvanized screws.
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Pre-Installation Planning
1.
2.
3.
Do Not store units out of doors.- Keep
out of sunlight and exposure to weather.
Review Figures 7, 8, and 9 to make
sure alcove is of proper size. If a fire rated
alcove is required, approved finish material must
be installed prior to unit installation. Access to
drain and supply connections should be provided
so that these connections may be made after the
unit has been installed. Framing alcove must
reflect interior dimensions on diagram to permit
installation of unit. Note in diagram the required
opening in the floor to provide clearance for the
drain fitting and connection.
Placement of the two wood shims (provided)
is MANDATORY to provide bottom structural
support of the base unit. See Figure 1.
3.
Installation Procedure
Remove wall section(s) from the base
unit. Carefully move all parts into the installation
area. Apply a bead of silicone to all joints. Reinstall
wall sections. Align all parts, and connect with
the metal fasteners. Wipe away any excess caulk
that squeezes out. The unit will be installed in
the framed alcove as a one-piece unit.
If installing piece-by-piece into the alcove,
Alternate Connection: Plastic Fasteners:
use the plastic fasteners. These fasteners
Drain and/or Overflow assembly should
be installed on unit according
to the
manufacturers instructions. Apply a bead of 100%
silicone caulk around the drain opening in unit
before installing the fitting.
Locate supply lines for control valves
and shower head. Measure and mark locations
of fittings on the finished side of the unit. Recheck
locations, and drill 1/4’’ pilot holes. Cut holes to
final size using the appropriate size hole saw.
4.
1.
2.
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6.
7.
8.
Plumb and level the unit in two directions:
Place a level on top of the apron, and along the
finished flat area at the top of the wall. Once the unit
is leveled, if any gap appears between the apron and
sub floor fill the gap with solid material. When satisfied
with the fit, attach the unit to framing with 6d galvanized
nails or screws through the predrilled holes in the
mounting flanges. If required, drill additional holes
through the flanges in order to attach the unit to each
stud.
Make connections to supply and drain
lines. Strap all lines to the framing. I
nstall finish
trim. Caulk as necessary.
Check for leaks before installing wall-board and
closing off plumbing access.
Finish wall
board as
detailed in
the diagram.
Shim Along
Framing
Wall
Board
Mou nting
Flange
Caulk
Gap
Framing
SECTIONAL GELCOAT BATHING SYSTEMS
Wood Support Shims
Two wood shims are provided in the installation
packet attached to the unit. Additonal shims may be
added by the installer.
READ INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY
BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION.
permit a “blind” installation so shower parts may
connected together in the installation location.
The unit parts are held in alignment with the plastic
fastener pins. When the caulking cures, the parts
are solidly held together similar to a one
piece unit when attached to the framing.
Follow the instructions on Pages 2 and 3
if using the plastic fasteners in place of
the metal fasteners.
Apply wood wedges to the alcove floor.
Carry unit to the opening. Align front of apron
to final location and tilt unit into place. Make certain
that the wood shims contact both the bathing unit
and sub floor. Remove and adjust wedges if
necessary to assure proper contact for support.
It is MANDATORY that these wedges are in place
and in proper contact to assure structural integrity
of the bathing unit.
Figure 2
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Figure 1
SIDE VIEW
INTEGRAL SELF-LOCATING
METAL GUIDE PIN DETAIL
INTEGRAL SELF-LOCATING
METAL GUIDE PINS PAN
BASE DETAIL