Installation Guide
INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS
92-VS-153-ADA-02
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SPEAKMAN
®
 Company
400 Anchor Mill Road
New Castle, DE 19720
800-537-2107
customerservice@speakman.com
www.speakman.com
VS-153-ADA -30 -36
VS-153-30-RT
HELPFUL TOOLS & SUPPLIES:
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
Level
Measuring
Tape
Phillips
Screwdriver
Pencil
Drill
Drill Bit
No.10/5.5mm
Tile Drill Bit
x/xx”
Mounting Hardware
(included)
Additional warranty information can be found at: 
www.speakman.com
WARRANTY
MAINTENANCE
• Cover your drain to prevent loss of parts. Be sure
 to follow all tool manufacturers safety guidelines.
• Use caution when drilling into walls to avoid
 electrical and plumbing lines hidden within
 the wall.
SAFETY TIPS
IMPORTANT
• Meets the ANSI standard 250 lbs. pull-test for
 grab bars and ADA lever handle for adjusting
 slide bar.
• The VS-153-ADA Slide Bar meets ADA pull force
 requirements only. It is not intended to replace an
 ADA Grab Bar.
• Do not over-tighten any connections or damage
 may occur.
• Be sure to read instructions thoroughly before
 beginning installation.
Your new Speakman Product is designed for years of 
trouble-free performance. Keep it looking new by 
cleaning it periodically with a soft cloth. The use of harsh 
chemicals and abrasives on any of the Speakman custom 
finish products may damage the finish and void the 
product warranty. Please be sure to only use approved 
cleaners. Please contact Speakman for any clarification 
of acceptable cleaners.
1
Remove Decorative Cover Plate from Upper 
Mounting Bracket. Slide Lower Decorative Cover 
Plate up and over Lower Mounting Bracket as 
shown below.
2
Position the Upper Mounting Bracket over the 
Slide Bar. Ensure the mounting location is within 
the usable range of the hand shower hose.
3
Hold the Slide Bar against the wall in the chosen 
location. Adjust the Upper Mounting Bracket 
height location. Using a pencil, mark the Drill 
Hole positions (x4) for the Upper and Lower 
Mounting Brackets. Ensure the Slide Bar is level 
vertically.
NOTE: If using as a Grab Bar, be sure to fasten 
securely to proper bracing within the wall.
NOTE: Upper mounting
hole is intentionally off 
center to allow for easier 
installation.
X4
4
If mounting directly to wood stud or
a wood stud behind drywall, proceed
to Step 6. If mounting to tile or masonry wall, 
Drill holes (x4) in the marked locations using a 
No. 10 (0.1935 inches/5.5 mm) masonry drill 
bit to make a hole approximately 1 3/8 inches 
(35 mm) deep.
Ø No.10/5.5mm
X4
5
Push the Plastic Anchors (x4) into the drilled 
holes. Ensure the plastic anchors are flush with 
the wall. (Note: Plastic Anchors provided may 
not be suitable for all types of wall construction, 
seek professional help if in doubt).
X4
6
Remove Upper Mounting Bracket from Slide Bar. 
Secure Upper Mounting Bracket in place using 
the Mounting Screws provided (1) with a Phillips 
Screwdriver. Reinstall the Decorative Cover Plate 
(2) to the Upper Mounting Bracket.










