Installation Guide
Multi-Piece Sectional Product
Installation Instructions
PRE-PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION
1. Avoid exposure to weather. Product carton is not waterproof.
Carton exposed to rain or snow may result in accumulated water
penetrating the back laminates of the shower pan and soak the
glassed in reinforcement supports causing bulges in the AcrylX™
surface.
2. Most handling damage is the result of impact blows to the back
of the berglass units.
3. Never drag this berglass product on any surface. Always carry
the pan or use a two wheel dolly.
4. Never drop the berglass shower pan from any height, not
even an inch or stress cracks are likely to occur.
5. Placing objects inside the unit can cause scratches or nicks
to the nished surface. Do not use the shower pan as a trash
receptacle! Always place a drop cloth or cardboard on the oor
when working inside the shower.
6. Never clean resin-reinforced AcrylX™ surface with metal tools
of any kind, including razor blades.
PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION
1. Review the Framing Diagrams in Figure 1. Modify existing
framing if required. For new construction, build framing structure
in accordance with product dimensions and notes shown in the
Framing Diagrams. The two wall Framing Diagram is for the 6060
3P two wall shower only.
BRIEF OVERVIEW
Please read instructions before beginning the installation.
Note: Unit will not install properly if framing pocket is not square
and of proper size. The dimensions shown in the FRAMING
DIAGRAMS are 1/4” larger than the size of the shower. This product
is manufactured to tight specications. The 1/4” over sizing is for
maneuvering and installation ease. If 1/4” over is not reasonable,
sizing closer to the product actual dimensions is allowable.
When trial tting the shower, use a level to conrm the parts are
level and plumb. If any gaps are present between the shower and
framing, use furring strips to ll the gaps. If the walls and oor are
not level, there may be an excessive gap at the seams. The unit is
designed to allow an 1/8” gap at the seams.
2. The shower base will be installed, leveled, and fastened to the
framing before the walls are installed. It is essential the framing
pocket be square and plumb for the unit to install properly.
The oor also must have no voids or out of level conditions. If
these are present, they must be corrected before installation.
Floor leveling compound can be purchased at a local home
improvement store. Make sure the area is completely dry.
3. Following the shower pan installation, place the back wall
sections, then the side walls. The parts are indexed to one another
by a slot and pin connection system. The parts are pushed tight
together before connection to the framing pocket is made. To
have a successful installation, two persons are required.
4. Plan for the location of the shower water control valve. Note
if planning to install the control valve in the back wall of the shower
with a two piece back wall, consider the location of the seam in the
wall. The control valve must be located at a height where the seam
and mounting ange do not cause a conict with placement of the
control valve, or water supply lines. These considerations are not
necessary if installing on the one piece back wall, or side wall. Plan for
routing the water supply lines to the control valve installation location.
5. In the installation location, the drain opening in the oor should
have a 6” core for the drain pipe, and a 10” x 10” x 1/2” deep
recess in the sub oor. (The drain core must be blocked when
lled with Thin-Set). The 10” x 10” x 1/2” deep recess is required
to to assure proper drainage. See Detail of Drain Core Area
6. Check the outside of the package for visible shipping damage.
If damage is noted, contact your supplier before proceeding with
the installation.
7. Locate accessories if any were ordered. They will be packaged
in the pan box. Remove those and store them in a safe location
for easy retrieval.
8. Identify each package and its contents. The label on the box is
clearly marked indicating a shower pan and wall panels.
Tools/Materials You Might Need For Proper Installation
Materials:
• 20 - 1.25” wood screws
• 2 - tubes of 100% Silicone caulk
• 1/8” shims (not provided)
• 1 – 50 lb. of bag of concrete for bracing at threshold
• 2- 50 lb. bags of concrete for bracing at drain
• 3 gallons of water (for testing the draft to the drain and mixing thin
set)
Tools:
• Caulking gun
• Hammer
• Drill
• 1/8” drill bit
• Screwdriver
• Screwdriver attachment to match screws
• 4’ level
• 2’ level
• Torpedo level
• Black marker (to mark the threshold)
Helpful Hints for Installation:
• 2 - 5.5” pieces of PVC - These can be used to lay the product face
down and roll it up to the framing pocket rather than sliding or
picking it up.
• Please place cardboard from the carton into the bottom of the
shower during installation to prevent damage to the nished surface.
• When placing shower into the frame pocket, you can use the handle
of the hammer to align the pipe with the drain hole.
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