Installation Guide

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Followed carefully, these installation instructions will
result in an easy, trouble-free installation of your Swan
product. Any deviations, additions, and/or deletions from
the prescribed installation, without prior written approval
of our Customer Relations Department, will void the
warranty covering this product. Not following the
directions could also result in personal injuries, water
damage, and other damage to floors, pipes, walls, and
other portions of your building or home.
Required Tools
 Hammer
 Saber saw (for cutting 6” drain hole in subfloor)
 Tape measure
 Level
 Large head roofing nails (optional)
 Filler (thinset or mortar, if subfloor is not level)
 Clean paper towels or shop towels
Kit Contents
Confirm that all parts of this kit have been included
before beginning installation.
Unpackaging
 Use care when opening the box so that you do not
damage the shower floor.
 This product is shipped to you or your retail center
after careful inspection. After purchasing the kit,
carefully unbox and inspect the product for any
shipping damage that may have occurred. If damage
is found, report it immediately to the store of
purchase. After inspection and during installation,
protect the products from construction damage by
moving them to another room or area until ready to
install.
 Store shower floor on a flat surface until the time of
installation. Do not store the shower floor outside of
the original packaging in a vertical position.
 Please use the model number located on the side of
the box or the front of this manual when contacting us
with questions concerning the installation of this unit.
 Make sure the shower floor is the correct size and is
in good condition. Installation of a damaged product
will void the warranty.
Helpful Hints
 Read all instructions carefully, BEFORE starting the
installation. Familiarize yourself with the various
parts of the kit.
 The variety of installations possible for this kit may
require procedures other than those shown. Ensure
construction is correctly sized, plumb, and square.
 Save the large cardboard box for protection of the
shower floor during the installation process.
 Store unused materials away from the work area to
prevent accidental damage.
 If the shower is placed over a garage or on an
outside wall, care must be taken to ensure that the
shower is properly insulated from cold temperatures.
Preparation Tips
 Measure the rough opening without green board
installed. The recommended measurements are 3/8”
wider and at least 3/16” deeper than the actual size
of the shower floor.
 Turn off the hot and cold water supply.
 Ensure all plumbing or electrical work inside the walls
is finished prior to installation of the wall panels.
 The wall surface must have 1/2” (13 mm) moisture-
resistant drywall, marine grade plywood, or concrete
board installed after the installation of the shower
floor. Never install our products directly on any
surface that is, or may become, wet or damp.
 Make sure the drain hole in the subfloor or slab is
large enough (6” diameter recommended) and aligns
with the hole in the shower floor.
 Make sure the subfloor under the shower floor is level
in both directions. The shower floor must be level
when installed. Improper installation will void the
warranty.
 The subfloor must be free of dirt, film, waxes, or any
other residues.
Disclaimer
 The information contained in this Installation Manual
is given free of charge. It is based upon technical
data which we believe to be reliable and is intended
for use, by persons having knowledge of this
technical area, at their own discretion and risk. Swan
assumes no responsibility for results obtained or
damage incurred from the use of this material either
in whole or in part by the buyer.
 This manual will give you basic instructions for the
installation of the product in a step-by-step sequence
that will work in most types of installations. If you
have an installation application that is not covered in
this manual, please call your local Swan distributor or
contact the Swan Corporation directly for additional
information about your application.
 Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in personal injuries,
water damage, or other damage to floors, pipes,
walls, or other portions of your building or home.
The Swan Corporation – Swanstone 6 800-325-7008
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