American Bath Factory Sistine Stone Neo Angle User manual

Congratulations on the purchase of your new shower system.
This guide will give you the instructions on the installation of your new shower.
Please Call: 800 454-2284 if you have any questions, concerns, or think you may be missing a
part
ABF has Installation Videos that can provide additional information for installing your shower.
Installation Videos are located at: https://americanbathfactory.com/pages/videos
For tools and material needed during the installation visit:
https://americanbathfactory.com/pages/Installation-tools
“Pre Installation Preparation Work” which may include: plumbing relocation, drain
location and bathroom demolition.
Prior to demolition, scheduling a contractor or building your shower, double check that you
have all the parts from the factory. Depending on the size of the shower purchased, actual
parts may vary in size from the diagrams shown. Our goal is to help you achieve a quick and
successful shower installation.
See the clock in each section for estimated installation time.
Installation time may vary depending on your experience and the complexity of
the shower unit.
Missing or damaged hardware and tiles should be reported within 24 hours of
receiving this shipment - If you need assistance call 1.800.454.2284,
7:15am - 4:00pm, Monday thru Friday (PST)
Neo Threshold Shower System Installation Guide for Liner Style & Accent Liner Style Showers
G_00915-N-80-2.22.16 Rev F
NEO ANGLE
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1CHECK YOUR SHIPMENT AGAINST APPROPRIATE PACKING LIST
Make sure you have received all the items necessary for the installation. This will also familiarize you with all the
parts and hardware you will need to install your shower. Package contents are dependent upon which package you
ordered.
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SISTINE STONE PAN
Metal Leak-Free Reinforced Pan
Threshold for Door (1)
Left & Right Channel Thresholds (2)
SISTINE STONE WALL PANELS
Left Wall Panels (2)
Right Wall Panels (2)
Left Solid Stone or Mosaic Liner
Right Solid Stone or Mosaic Liner
Panel Channel Side Thresholds (6) & Caps (2)
P
TD
TP
WT1
WT2
L1
L2
CP
HINGED GLASS DOOR
Glass Door (Reversible)
Fixed Glass Panels (2)
Door Handle
Heavy Duty Hinges (2) (Installed on Door)
Door Sweep
Door Seals (3)
Drain Assembly (may be sold seperately)
Header (2-3 pcs)
GD
GP
DH
GH
DP
DS
DA
GR
P
TD
TP TP
WT1
WB1
WT2
WB2
L1 L2
CP
CP
GD
GP GP
DH
GH
GH
DP
DS DS
GR
DA
WB1
WB2

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OPTIONAL ITEMS
2PRE-INSTALLATION TEAR DOWN
FAUCETS SHAMPOO BOX
SHOWER BENCH
TIME REQUIRED
8-16 HRS
This shower system is designed to be installed on a bare floor. It is necessary for any existing shower to be completely removed.
Tear out and remove all old material to expose the 2 x 4 wall studs. Clean up the shower area, removing all dust and old material from the area.
3DRY-FITTING THE PAN TIME REQUIRED
½ to 1 HR
3/4” overhang when using triple studs, no overhang when using
double studs (double studs required, triple studs recommended for
extra strength).
11” for shampoo shelf
triple studs
3/4” overhang
11”
minimum gap
required for the
shampoo shelf
diagram 2
Studs may need slight trimming to
allow pan to set flush.
1/2” cement board
2 x 4 stud
metal flange
pan
diagram 1
floor of pan
silicone bead
It is easier to check alignment of studs and pan without the drain installed into the pan. Place the pan in the planned position. Check to see that the spac-
ing between the metal pan flange and 2 x 4 studs are flush. Some shimming or sanding of the 2 x 4 studs may be required to flush the studs with the metal
pan flange. When screwing in the 1/2” cement board the metal flange will pull fast to the studs, and will secure the metal pan in place. (diagram 1)
P
P

42 x 4 STUDS ALIGNMENT & POSITIONING TIME REQUIRED
½ to 1 HR
Using the pan and and wall panels, you will be able to check to make sure your 2 x 4 studs are in the needed position and supported adequately.
You will see in (diagram 2) extra 2 x 4 studs are added to the door and glass side thresholds for extra strength. You may need to make adjustments for your faucet
or optional shampoo shelf. When you place the bottom sections of the wall 1B or 2B into the shower pan, you can also calculate the needed width and height of
areas to keep free of 2 x 4 studs. (See installation instructions included with the faucet or shampoo shelf)
5INSTALLING DRAIN (may be sold separately) TIME REQUIRED
½ to 1 HR
1. Locate the drain assembly to install into the pan
2. Apply a generous bead of 100% RTV silicone around the shower pan drain hole and around the
outside of the drain collar #5, insert the drain collar #5 into the drain hole.
3. Apply a generous bead of 100% RTV silicone around the drain collar #5 from the underside of
the pan.
4. Install the rubber gasket #6 over the drain collar #5, to the underside of the pan, next install the
slide ring #7.
5. Screw on the drain lock nut #8 and hand tighten. Turn drain lock nut #8 approximately 1/4
turn with the wrench to ensure a water-tight fit. Check for a good seal. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
6. Wipe off excess 100% RTV silicone and allow to dry. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for
application and drying time.
4
#1 trim plate
#2 drain tool
#3 pressure ring
#4 rubber seal
#5 drain collar
pan
#6 rubber gasket
#7 slide ring
#8 drain lock nut
apply silicone
around drain collar
sides and under lip
floor hole with
2” drain pipe
diagram 3
diagram 5
DA
DA P
P WT WB

6SETTING PAN TIME REQUIRED
½ HR
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7CEMENT BOARD INSTALLATION TIME REQUIRED
1-2 HRS
For best cutting results for wall panels and cement
board, use a Makita grinder with a 4” tile blade.
apply
100% RTV
silicone
diagram 4
Use 1/2” thick cement board as your shower backer. Using this backer will comply with almost all city codes. A cement-based product like Wonderboard or
Hardibacker may also be used if it meets your local codes. Some codes require a vapor barrier to be installed as well. We recommend a water/vapor barrier of
6 mil. plastic be installed before installing the cement board. To do this, staple plastic so that it hangs 1” above the floor. Roofing nails may be used to attach
the cement board instead of screws, this prevents the plastic from wrapping around the screws.
1. IMPORTANT: Use your cement board as an indicator of squareness. The cement board comes in
square sheets. If you see gaps or areas where the cement board is not fitting flush, fix
the problem by removing the cement board and shimming the board until it’s square and
flush. If the seams of the cement board are not flush and square, your wall panels will not
be square and flush.
2. Cut a notch in cement board to fit around threshold. Sanding or shimmimg the 2 x 4’s at the top
rim of the pan may be required to flush the cement board. (diagram 5)
2. Place a bead of 100% RTV silicone on the front INSIDE face of the shower pan flange. The bead
should be in a zig-zag pattern.
3. Place the cement board against the studs and rest it inside the shower pan against the back
flange. Attach the cement board to the studs with screws or nails. Do not screw or nail into
the shower pan flange.
4. Continue installing the remaining cement boards.
1. Now that the drain is installed into the pan dry fit the pan and drain for alignment, check to
make sure the 2” drain pipe is in the center of the pan drain hole. (diagram 2) Use the drain
collar #5 by itself; remove the rubber seal, nut and gaskets from the drain assembly.
(diagram 3, previous page) Push the drain collar #5 into the drain hole between the pan
and the 2” pipe. With the drain collar pushed flush to the pan surface, the 2” drain pipe should
not extend past the inside threads of the drain collar #5.
2. Make sure the pan and drain fit level to the floor (the pan can be secured to the floor by nailing
the pan flange to the studs, this can only be done after step 3 is completed)
3. Remove pan and apply 100% RTV Silicone to the floor (diagram 4)
4. Carefully lift the shower pan and set into place. Make sure the ABS pipe is still centered.
5. Push and secure the rubber seal #4 onto the 2” ABS pipe.
6. Thread on the brass pressure ring #3 around the drain pipe with the provided tool #2.
Remove the tool after the brass pressure ring is installed.
7. Test and snap the decorative diamond trim plate #1 into position. (Remove the decorative trim
plate and store in secure area until installation is complete, drain will be grouted when shower is
grouted).
8. After installing pan, cover with cardboard or drop cloth to protect pan from scuffs.
notch
diagram 5

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PAN & WALL THRESHOLD TRIM TIME REQUIRED
1/2 - 1 HR
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diagram 11
diagram 6
metal pan
door threshld
silicone
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A - Pan Threshold
1. Locate the door threshold and the panel channel rails (diagram 6) (diagram 7)
2. Dry fit
3. Remove and place 100% RTV silicone on bottom of rails and in bottom channels, re-install.
B - Wall Threshold Trim
1. Locate side thresholds & top trim. (diagram 8)
2. To help with the side threshold installation, use a level and draw a plumb line from the inside of
the pan threshold up to the top of the shower. Do this on both sides. This line will be where
the side rails and the wall tiles meet, this will give you a visual reference point when dry-fitting
your wall tiles.
3. Apply 100% RTV silicone, using a circle pattern, to the cement board along the plumb line,
approximately 4 inches wide, to the edge of the shower pan. (diagram 10)
4. Place the first side threshold into position, making sure to align the side rail with the vertical
plumb line previously drawn on the cement board. Apply pressure to the side threshold to bond
it to the cement board. The side threshold will be flush with the inside of the shower pan thresh
old and have a small gap where the pan threshold slopes. (diagram 11)
5. Place the remaining side thresholds into position, 3 to each side & Cap. Make sure to use a
level and the plumb line previously drawn on the cement board to align the side thresholds
vertically.
TD TP
TD TP onto the front of the metal pan .
P (diagram 8)
CP
CP
diagram 8
Side thresholds (6) & Caps (2)
diagram 9
panel channel rail TP metal pan P
door rail TD
panel channel rail TP
diagram 10
cement
board
100% RTV
siliconecircles
TD
diagram 7
metal pan
silicone
P
Threshold Panel
TP
Install TD, TP with slight slope so water will drain into the pan

A - Inspecting Wall Panels/Liners
Inspecting panels at this point will give you confidence that the wall panels are straight and square from the factory. When installing wall panels, you may need to
make adjustments to the panels to accommodate for unevenness of your existing walls. During the inspection process and/or dry-fitting process, if you have any
concerns about the alignment or fit of the wall panels, please call 1-800-454-2284 for customer service, and we will gladly assist you with your installation.
1. Find a large empty area to layout and inspect all panels.
2. Align all panels and liners to check for straightness. Make sure grout lines are straight and square
to each other.
3. Sistine Stone wall panels are made to be flexible. (Warning - Store on a flat area.) If wall panels
have been stored improperly or seemingly have become extensively bowed, they can be easily
flattened before installation (See trouble shooting section on last page for details).
B - Test Alignment by Dry-fitting Wall Panels/Liners
1. Place the first bottom panel into position.(diagram 12). Rest panel on the pan floor;
use spacers between the floor and the panel to make the top of the panel level.
2. Place the second bottom panel into position, push the two panels together. Make sure the
grout lines are aligned, use spacers to make the top of the panel level. Inspect the spacing
between the wall panels and the side threshold plumb line.
3. Depending on your cement board alignment, some sanding of the wall panel edges may be
required for a tight fit.
4. Place liners & in position check for level and length (diagram 13).
5. Holding the lower panels and liners in place with screws and blocks or another person, place
the upper panels & into position. Check the length and overlap alignment.
Some fitting may be required.
6. Depending on your faucet selection, you may need to mark and cut out holes for your faucet to
fit through before you can place or panels into position. Remember “measure twice,
cut once”, you can cut our walls with most cutting tools.
(See installation video at www.americanbathfactory.com). Now you can check for level, grout
line alignment and spacing between walls and plumb line.
WALL PANEL/LINER INSTALLATION TIME REQUIRED
3-4 HR
diagram 13
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diagram 12
C - Installing Panels
8. Remove all dust and dirt with a clean dry cloth. This will increase the bond to the 100% RTV
silicone.
9. Start with the lower panel apply a generous amount of 100% RTV silicone to the cement
board and to the back side of the wall panel. Also refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations
for application and drying time.
10. Press the wall firmly into position. Be sure to use spacers between the bottom panel and the
shower pan to ensure panel is level. (diagram 14)
11. Install the remaining panels in the following same order as you dry-fitted the panels.
diagram 14
Braces may be required to keep walls flush
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WB2
WB2 WB2
WB1
WB2
WB1
L1
WT1
WT1
L2
WT2
WT2
WT2
L1 L2
WB1
WT1
WB2
WT2
L1 L2
WB2

OPTIONAL SHAMPOO SHELF INSTALLATION TIME REQUIRED
1/2 - 1 HR
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4. On the 2 tiles the Shampoo Shelf will be replacing, mark 1”
from the outside of the grout line, the cut-out area will be
10” x 22”. Cut out the hole for the Shelf. The smaller the
hole the better.
5. Dry-fit the Shampoo Shelf for alignment of grout lines.
6. Using 100% RTV Silicone in-place with a generous bead
around the back of the lip, wipe off excess silicone with
tissue.
1. The Shampoo Shelf was designed to match your tile size.
(2) 12” x 24” tiles, the cut-out hole size is 10 x 22”.
2. There is a 1” lip or frame around the Shampoo Shelf, this will
be the water sealed area for the Shampoo Shelf.
3. The best way to cut the hole is with a small 5” round
diamond blade, and with a jigsaw to cut the corners.
See detailed instructions enclosed with Shampoo Shelf
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DOOR HANDLE, HINGE, PANEL, DOOR & HEADER INSTALLATION
A - Door Handle Installation
1. Set the glass door in a position to enable the assembly of the handle (diagram 18)
2. Loosen the set screws so you can separate the handles.
3. Unscrew the long bolt from the handle. Keep all rubber pieces attached to the screw.
4. Remove the first set of flat, clear washers from the bolt.
5. Start with the top hole on the glass door. Place the long bolt through the hole in the door
(keeping the remaining rubber pieces on the bolt). On the other side of the glass place the flat
washers onto the threaded portion of the bolt.
6. Take one side of the handle and screw the long bolt into the end. Just start the bolt until a few
threads catch. Keep loose.
7. Put the second bolt through the lower hole. Place the flat washer onto the bolt. Screw the bolt
into the bottom handle.
8. Align the handle on the door and carefully tighten the long bolts. Do not over tighten.
9. Place the opposite handle over the long bolts and tighten the set screws to secure the handle.
clear washer
clear spacer
clear washer
set screw
shower
inside
shower
outside
diagram 18
DH
DH
B - Hinge Installation
1. Locate the top hinge and remove the side plate by loosening the two screws.
(diagram 19)
2. Apply a generous amount of silicone onto the hinge and side plate.
3. Position the hinge onto the glass door lining up the holes so that the screws are on the outside
of the shower door. This will ensure a better water tight seal.
4. Attach the side plate with silicone applied to the glass and tighten the screws until the
hinge is secure. Wipe off the excess putty and allow to dry.
5. Repeat these steps for the bottom hinge.
diagram 19
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GH
GH

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diagram 20
C - Fixed Glass Panel Installation
1. Carefully lift the glass panels and set them into the side and pan channels. Make sure
the glass panels are stable. (diagram 20) The glass channels in the shower pan and wall
thresholds will hold the glass in place while dry-fitting the panels and door.
2. The gap between the glass panels and the door should be 1/4”
3. Measure the positioning of the glass panels to ensure they are in the correct position. Make
sure the glass is level across the top and also the vertical edges are square and straight to each
other. Measure diagonally to check for straightness. Make any necessary adjustments.
(diagram 25)
Glass is tempered and cannot be cut
diagram 21
4. Locate the header pieces and lay them out in the correct orientation on the shower pan
threshold. (diagram 22) there will be 3 pieces.
If your shower is not a square then one piece will be longer than the other. Place the long piece
on the longer side and the short pieces on the short sides. (diagram 22)
5. Make sure the glass panels are still positioned correctly inside channels. Adjust the panels if
necessary.
6. Dry fit the header side pieces and make sure the ends meet with the wall threshold caps
(not installed) and the glass panels fit in the channels correctly. (diagram 25) Depending
on how square the walls are, you may need to sand the edges of the side pieces to make them
fit properly. Leave a small gap between the center and side pieces to make a grout joint
that matches your preference.
7. After everything is lined up correctly, remove the header pieces.
diagram 22
GP
GR
GP
GP
GP
GR
GR
GD
diagram 23

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diagram 24
D - Dry Fit Door/Header
The door can pivot with the hinges on the left or right side depending on your preference. We will
illustrate an installation with the hinges on the right side.
1. Have one person place the door in its open position by allowing the bottom hinge pin to slide
into the hole in the pan threshold. Make sure the bottom hinge has the spacer on the pin.
(diagram 23)
Be sure to keep the door in a vertical position. If the door is not kept
vertical, damage to the hinge, glass, or pan may occur.
2. Next, have the other person place the header center section into position. Align the hole in the
header center section with the hinge pin and align the glass channels with the glass panels.
3. Push the header center section all the way down onto the glass panels and the position the door
in its closed position. (diagram 24)
4. Check for clearance between the door and glass panels and top and bottom of door.
(diagram 25) There should be minimum of 3/16” between the door and panels. If you need
to, push the panels into the wall thresholds to increase your gap to no more than 1/4”.
5. With a pencil, mark your side glass panel positions when adjusted correctly, this will give you a
reference point when permanently glueing in place with silicone.
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E - Silicone Side Panels in-place
1. The glass panels and header pieces are secured with 100% RTV silicone.
2. Apply a 1/4” thick bead of 100% RTV silicone into the bottom and side wall channels.
3. Re-install the glass panel in the same way you did before.
4. Refer back to all of the previous steps and diagrams to make sure the glass panels are in the
proper position.
diagram 25
1/4” gap
3/8”
door to pan
threshold
clearance
shower pan
top of shower pan threshold
glass panels
F - Install Glass Door & Header
1. Apply a 1/4” thick 100% RTV Silicone bead into the channel of the header center piece.
2. Have someone help set door into position, don’t forget to install the washer onto hinge pin
3. Set header into position, don’t forget to install washer on hinge pin. Check alignment and
spacing.
4. Locate the header side pieces and apply a 1/4” bead of 100% RTV silicone to the top of the
glass channels. Place them into position and push them all the way down onto the glass panels.
Be sure to align them to the header center section. (diagram 26)
5. Allow the 100% RTV silicone to dry. Make sure the glass remains in the proper position. Leave
the door in the closed position and use braces to support the glass until the 100% RTV silicone
dries. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for drying time.
diagram 26
caps
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P
GR

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diagram 29
to bottom
of door
to inside
of shower
G - Door Seal Installation
We have provided door seals for water sensitive areas such as wood floors. If glass panels and door
are installed correctly with the proper spacing, outside water spillage will be minimal and the side
seals won’t be necessary. The door sweeps is what keeps the door closed. Adjust the door seal
until the required tension is achieved. The door sweep has been cut to fit over the hindge. Cut off the
excess length oposite of hinge side.
If you would like to use these side seals, follow the steps below.
1. Locate the plastic H shaped seals. One goes on the glass panel on the door strike side
the other goes on the door on the hinge side. Measure and cut the seals to length.
2.Starting from the top, push the seal onto the glass, slowly working your way down
3. Place bulb seal (rounded seal) on the hinged side edge of stationary glass panel.
4. When you grout the rest of the shower, be sure to grout the extra hinge hole in the pan and the
extra hinge hole in the stone header. Also, grout between the glass and the pan, the glass and
the wall thresholds, and the glass and the stone header. As well as between the joints between
the stone header center section and side pieces.
door sweep
DS
GROUT
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Your American Bath Factory shower has a non-porous surface, which makes it easy to clean. Grout used
must contain an ACRYLIC ADDITIVE to ensure proper bonding to the tiles. We suggest grouting in every
union join of shower components. Decorative lines in the shower walls and floors can be grouted if
preferred, but it is not necessary.
1. Recommended grout: We Recommend a water base Non-Sanded Tile Caulk Grout in a tube.
“Not silicone caulk.” If you desire to use powdered Non-Sanded Grout, make sure you use an
acrylic additive, to ensure adhesion.
2. Make sure you do not let the Grout completely dry onto the shower before removing and
cleaning Excess Grout. If Grout is allowed to dry onto the shower components, it may be
difficult if not impossible to remove without damaging the showers surface.
Note: Grout is not covered by ABF Warranty.

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SHOWER SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING
DO NOT CLEAN SISTINE STONE WITH PAINT THINNER, ACETONE, LACQUER THINNER, M.E.K., SCRUBBING BUBBLES or
other chemicals that attack the structural integrity of Resin Based Stone. Use of these chemicals will destroy the surface of the stone and void your
warranty. Soapy water, ammonia based cleaners & Comet will remove most dirt and residue from all types of finishes. For stubborn stains you may
use a non-abrasive Scotchbrite pad. “Lightly” scrub the stained area in a circular motion to avoid discoloration. The stone is naturally waterproof and
will not absorb spills or soil, simply wipe away with a damp sponge. Periodic cleaning with a sponge and warm, soapy water will remove any build
up of dust or grime.
CARE & MAINTENANCE OF YOUR SHOWER SYSTEM
Correcting Bowed Wall Panels Sistine Stone Wall Panels are made to be flexible and may have a slight bow. This condition is normal and the
panels will flatten when properly installed. If the panels have been stored improperly or have become excessively bowed, follow instructions below.
Using a heat gun or propane torch, heat the backside of the panel in the most bowed area. Hold the torch a few inches away and move the torch back
and forth over the area. After the panel becomes malleable, lay panel on a flat surface and apply weight until cool and flat.
(wall thresholds work well, refer to Installation Guide Packing List).
Cracked Tile As with any tile project, a tile can become damaged. Simply cut out the damaged tile, silicone a replacement tile in place, and grout.
Cracked Wall Panel Seam If your wall panel developes a crack in a grout line, simply grout over the cracked seam when it is installed. The grout
will correct the problem, you will not be able to tell the crack was ever there.
Scratches & Blemishes Can be removed by wet-sanding the tile surface. Make sure tile surface and sandpaper are wet, and sand tiles until scratches
and blemishes are removed.