Installation Instructions

7. Transfer the measurements onto the front surface of the
back panel.
Note: The back panel can be cut slightly smaller than the
opening because the side panels will cover any small
gap (less than 1/4 inch).
Cutting the side panel to precisely t the back wall is not
necessary if a corner molding, supplied in some kits, is
used. This corner molding will cover gaps up to
1/2 inch.
Dust Hazard
When cutting or drilling the Swanstone
product, use a dust collection method which
prevents dust particles from going into the air. Always
work in a well-ventilated area. To keep the area well-
ventilated, open windows and use exhaust fans. Always
use an OSHA approved dust mask when cutting, drilling,
or sanding Swanstone products.
8. Place pieces of masking tape over the area where the saw
contacts the nished surface of the panel.
9. Cut the panel using a circular saw with a 60-80 tooth
carbide blade or a saber saw with a bi-metal blade (14 teeth
per inch
10. Dry t the back panel, and make any necessary
adjustments. Temporarily secure the back panel to the wall
in order to properly t the side panels.
DO NOT force a panel to t a bowed or curved wall as it may
break; furthermore, the resiliency of the panel can break the
silicone bond to the wall surface.
Side Panel (with tub or shower controls)
In some cases, side panels are designed with right and left-
hand sides. If the side panel does not require cutting to size,
proceed to the next section.
Note: On SSIT-60-3, subway tile, and square tile panels,
the side panels are marked with labels in the top,
right-hand or left-hand corner of the panel. The edge
closest to the label is the outside nished edge and
should not be cut.
Cutting the side panel to precisely t the back wall is
not necessary if a corner molding, supplied in
some kits, is used. This corner molding will cover
gaps up to 1/2 inch.
The SSIT-60-3 side panels also have integrated
trim as part of the panel. If these panels must be
cut to t the walls, cut the edge opposite of the
“trim” side.
Model SSIT-60-3 side panels can be notched so the integral
trim ts into the back panel. However, this is not required as
long as the corner molding will seal the joint below the integral
trim area.
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Installation Procedure