American Standard Ovation Curve 2961BWT60.011 User manual

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OWNERS MANUAL
Ovation Curve™3-piece Wall Sets
2961BWT60.011 / 2961SWT60.011 / 2961SWT48.011
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for selecting American Standard – the benchmark of ne quality for over 150 years. To ensure this
product is installed properly, please read these instructions carefully before you begin. Certain installations may
require professional help.
INSTALLATION PREPARATION
• Please unpack carefully and identify all parts needed for installation by using the Box Contents as a reference.
Inspect the product and report any damages or missing parts immediately to customer care by calling
800-442-1902. Follow the prompts for consumer/bathing products.
NOTE: Take extra care in handling the front surfaces of the walls. Use only non-abrasive cloths to
avoid scratching.
• These Ovation Curve Walls were developed to be installed with Ovation Curve Tubs or Shower Bases and
Ovation Curve Doors. If you are using a different tub, base or door, you may need additional hardware
and tools to complete the installation.
• The Ovation Curve tub or shower wall dimensions are nominal and meant for standard 60" x 30"x 60" (1524
x 762 x 1524 mm), 60" x 30" x 72" (1524 x 762 x 1829 mm) or 48"x 30"x 72"(1219 x 762 x 1829 mm)
alcoves. Alcove sizes may vary based on stud and wall material thickness. Please double check your
measurements prior to starting your install.
• Wear protective equipment during installation to avoid injury.
• Please keep these instructions for after care and customer service details.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Inspect your product thoroughly before installing. Take extra care in handling surfaces
of the walls and use only non-abrasive cloths to avoid scratching. Observe all local plumbing
and building codes.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND MATERIALS
Level Tape Measure
Installation steps will indicate which tools should be used with asscociated letter
Square
Painter’s
Masking Tape
Jig Saw with ne
tooth blade
SOLD SEPARATELY
x8 Tubes Waterproof Instant
Grab Construction Adhesive
x2 Tubes Tub & Tile Sealant
x3 4x8' x 7/16" thick OSB
Boards
GRK washer head screws,
approx. 7/16” diameter and
rated for outdoor use
Drill Suction Cups - optional
Caulking Gun Hole Saw Safety
Equipment
Pencil
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT GENERAL INFORMATION
This unit is best installed by two people.
Cover drain with tape prior to installation to prevent the loss of small parts.
Unpack your unit carefully and inspect for freight damage. Lay out and identify all parts using Box
Contents as a reference. Before discarding the carton check to see that no small hardware parts have
fallen to the bottom of the box. If any parts are damaged or missing refer to the description noted in the
instructions when inquiring about replacements.
Be sure to wear safety glasses whenever drilling or cutting. When drilling holes in ceramic tile or marble
use a center punch and hammer to carefully break the glazed surface. This will prevent skidding
when drilling.
BOX CONTENTS
1 Left Side Panel
1 Right Side Panel
1 Rear Wall Panel
2 Extruded Wall Connectors

1ALCOVE STUD INSTALLATION
NOTE: Shower walls must be installed over a combination of studs and OSB board.
1a. Fir-out studding if necessary before installing OSB board to provide correct alcove opening for
panels. Ensure alcove is plumb and square.
1b. The installation and positioning of additional studs to the alcove area will be necessary to provide proper
support for the installation of OSB Board and shower walls.
NOTE: Rough plumbing MUST be installed before walls.
NOTE: If you plan to install a Shower Door, follow manufacturer’s instructions and prepare
stud wall accordingly.
Alcove Stud Installation for 60"Tub or Shower Base
Refer to Alcove Stud Installation illustration above for recommended 2x4 location. Shaded 2x4’s are required
to be precisely located as shown. Ensure all studs are level and plumb. Fir-out studding if necessary.
Alcove Stud Installation for 48”Shower Base
Refer to Alcove Stud Installation illustration above for recommended 2x4 location. Shaded 2x4’s are required
to be precisely located as shown. Ensure all studs are level and plumb. Fir-out studding if necessary.
60"
(1524 mm)
7-3/4"
(197 mm) 10-3/4"
(273 mm) 10-3/4" (273 mm)
REQUIRED 2x4's
10-3/4"
(273 mm) 10-3/4" (273 mm) 7-3/4" (197 mm)
7-3/4"
(197 mm)
30"
(762 mm)
34-1/2"
(876 mm)
9-1/4"
(235 mm)
12-1/2"
(318 mm)
48"
(1219 mm)
7-3/4"
(197 mm) 10-5/16"
(262 mm) 10-5/16" (262 mm)
10-5/16"
(262 mm) 7-3/4" (197 mm)
7-3/4"
(197 mm)
30"
(762 mm)
33-5/8"
(853 mm)
9-1/4"
(235 mm)
12-1/2"
(318 mm)
REQUIRED 2x4's

2OSB BOARD INSTALLATION
2a. Cut and trim each piece of OSB board (Left/Right and Rear) according to the chart by model. Mark and
cut out clearance hole for rough plumbing. The OSB is used to provide additional support for the walls
and provide an area to apply adhesive for the wall panels.
2b. Place each piece of OSB board in position according to illustration, keeping it 2” above the shower base
or tub deck and attach into place using screws (self-drill construction screws are recommended, but
standard wood screws can be used). TIP: Mark the location of the top and side of the OSB panels/door
support on the studs to make positioning them easier. NOTE: Ensure screw heads are at to the OSB
surface and do not protrude.
2c. If installing a shower door, provide additional support using a 1x4" keeping it 1-1/4" (31.8 mm)
off the deck of the shower base or tub and screw into alcove framing. (ref. illustration)
11"
(279 mm)
REFERENCE
CHART
REFERENCE
CHART
26-3/16" (665 mm)
7-3/4"
(197 mm)
REFERENCE
CHART
OSB
BOARD OSB BOARD
BACK WALL OSB BOARD — CUT/LOCATION RIGHT/LEFT WALL OSB BOARD — CUT/LOCATION
SUB-FLOOR
SUB-FLOOR
REFERENCE
CHART
2"
(50.8 mm)
FROM
FIXTURE
DECK
SUB-FLOOR
1x4
SHOWER DOOR
SUPPORT
POSITION
WITH
DRY FIT
SCREW TO
ALCOVE
FRAMING
1-1/4"(31.8mm)
SPACING FROM
DECK FOR 1x4
2" (50.8mm)
FROM
FIXTURE
DECK
REFERENCE
CHART
2"
(50.8 mm)
FROM
FIXTURE
DECK
-A-
BACK WALL OSB BOARD — CUT/LOCATION RIGHT/LEFT WALL OSB BOARD
CUT/LOCATION
SUB-FLOOR
10-7/8"
(276 mm)
REFERENCE
CHART
REFERENCE
CHART
1x4
SHOWER DOOR
SUPPORT
POSITION
WITH
DRY FIT
SCREW TO
ALCOVE
FRAMING
1-1/4"(31.8mm)
SPACING FROM
DECK FOR 1x4
2" (50.8mm)
FROM
FIXTURE
DECK
OSB
BOARD OSB BOARD
REFERENCE
CHART
26-3/16" (665 mm)
7-3/4"
(197 mm)
OSB Wall Panels Only
Model Side Walls Back Wall 1x4 Door Support,
PINE, not OSB
2961BWT60 17"x 55-7/8"(432 x 1419 mm) 38"x 55-7/8"(965 x 1419 mm) 57-1/4" (1461 mm)
2961SWT60 17"x 68-7/8"(432 x 1749 mm) 38"x 68-7/8"(965 x 1749 mm) 70-1/2"(1791 mm)
2961SWT48 17"x 68-7/8"(432 x 1749 mm) 26-1/4"x 68-7/8"(667 x 1749 mm) 70-1/2"(1791 mm)
FOR 60"ALCOVES
FOR 48"ALCOVES

3
4
DRY FITTING SIDE WALLS
DRY FITTING REAR WALL
3a. Place Side Wall into position in the alcove until corner is correctly in place, tting squarely on top of
shower base or tub with approximately a 1/8" gap. TIP: Can use paint mixing paddle as spacers for this.
Check the vertical edges of the panel with a level that they are plumb.
3b. Starting with the Side Panel plumbed for ttings, mark all plumbing locations where shower valves or
shower heads come through the Side Panel. Place tape over the area to be drilled to protect panel
surface nish and drill holes at each location using hole saws large enough to accommodate the opening
but small enough to be covered by the trim plates.
3c. Once correctly in position and plumb, drill 11/64" pilot holes in the top ange and use 1 or 2 screws to
temporally hold the wall panel in place. TIP: After drilling clearance hole through the wall ange drill a
pilot hole for wood screw. This will prevent the screw from following wood grain and pulling wall out of
alignment. Leave the corner of the Wall Panel free oating for the next steps. Dry t the second Side Wall
Panel in the same manner.
Once both Left & Right Side Wall Panels are correctly
dry tted, the Rear Wall Panel can be dry tted.
NOTE: Long Extrusions will not be installed until
after trial/dry t.
TOP FLANGE
PROVIDE A 1/8"
GAP BETWEEN
DECK OF TUB/BASE.
TILE FLANGE
ALCOVE
FRAMING
WALL
POCKET
1X4
ILLUSTRATION
SHOWN USING TUB
4a. Place the Rear Wall Panel between the Left and
Right Side Panels. Check that there is no gap
between the Rear and Side Wall Panels. If there
is a gap between either Side Wall Panel and the
Rear Wall Panel or the Rear Wall Panel does not
t between the Side Wall Panels, it will be neces-
sary to re-adjust the Side Panel(s) to ensure the
proper t.
NOTE: Add shims behind panel ange if neces-
sary to ll in any gaps or spaces. Prepare
shims as needed for the Side Walls to be
used for nal installation.
PROVIDE A 1/8"
GAP BETWEEN
DECK OF TUB/BASE.
APPROXIMATE SHIM LOCATIONS
ILLUSTRATION
SHOWN USING TUB

5
6
FINAL DRY FIT
APPLICATION OF ADHESIVE, SIDE PANELS
5a. Once all the panels are dry tted correctly in place
with no gaps, secure the bottom of each side panel
to the tub/base with tape.
5b. Remove the Rear Wall Panel and mark both Left and
Right Wall Panel locations, top and bottom, so when
the Side Panels are removed for the addition of ad-
hesive on the OSB board, the panels can be returned
back to the same locations.
5c. Unscrew and remove both Left and Right Side Panels.
MARK
SIDE WALL
LOCATIONS
5A
6a. Starting with either Left or Right Side Panel, apply
adhesive with at least 3/16" bead around the outer
edges of the OSB board and in vertical lines with
6" spacings as illustrated. NOTE: Each Side Panel
will use approximately 2 tubes of adhesive; if any
remains after completing the application pattern,
apply remaining amounts on OSB in dollops until
tubes are empty.
6b. Install the Side Panel back into the previously
marked position from step 5, check for plumb
and screw panel back in place.
6c. Press on the outside surface of the panel in the
area where the OSB board and adhesive is applied
to ensure good contact of the adhesive to the
inside of the Side Wall Panel. Install the opposite
Side Panel in the same manner.
VERTICLE LINES
6" SPACING WITH AT
LEAST 3/16" BEAD

7INSTALLATION OF EXTRUDED WALL CONNECTORS
7a. Remove one of the Extruded Wall Connectors and place onto the inside edge of one of the Side Wall
Panels as illustrated (Fig. A). Note: Ensure the Wall Connector installs and ts correctly as illustrated
(Fig. B & C). Butt the barbed side of the Wall Connector against the Side Wall surface. Use tape to hold
Wall Connector in place, then pre-drill the wall panel ange using an 11/64"drill bit through each
pre-drilled hole of the Wall Connector. Note: It is highly recommended that you drill a pilot hole for each
screw as well to prevent connector from shifting.
7b. Secure Panel and Wall Connector using GRK Cabinet screws©through each hole. GRK screw preferred.
If using other type of screw ensure it has a washer head of appproximately 7/16"diameter and rated for
exterior wet locations use. Note: It is not recommended to use a powered drill for the last few turns of the
screw; use a hand screwdriver instead or possible distortion of the Extruded Wall Connector may exist,
making inserting the Rear Wall Panel difcult. Install the second Wall Connector in the same manner on
the opposite Side Panel.
7c. Once both Wall Connectors are securely screwed in place, complete the dry t process of the
Rear Wall Panel to the Side Wall Panels. Hold Rear Wall Panel up in position without pushing side into
Wall Connectors and check that it ts the same as during the dry-t stage. Check that the Rear Wall
Panel ts correctly into the Extruded Wall Connectors with no gaps. Note: Applying a small amount of
water to the joint of the Wall Connector will make inserting the Rear Wall Panel easier to do.
WALL CONNECTOR PLACEMENT
FIG. B CUTAWAY VIEW LOOKING
DOWN FROM TOP
FIG. C
FIG. A
WALL
CONNECTOR
STRIP
POSITION
WALL
CONNECTOR
STRIP
AT TANGENT
LINE OF
RADIUS
PUSH WALL
CONNECTOR
UP AGAINST
THIS SURFACE
SIDE
WALL
WALL
CONNECTOR STRIP
APPROXIMATE SHIM LOCATIONS
SIDE
PANEL

8
9
APPLICATION OF ADHESIVE, REAR PANEL
APPLICATION OF SEALANT
Once all panels are correctly in position, remove the Rear Wall Panel and apply adhesive on the rear OSB
board around the outer edges in vertical lines with 6"spacings as illustrated. NOTE: Rear Wall Panel will use
approximately 4 tubes of adhesive; if some remains after completing the application pattern, apply remaining
amounts on OSB in dollops until all tubes are empty. Reinstall the Rear Wall Panel back into position and snap
into place over the Side Wall Panels. When correctly snapped into position, screw Rear Panel in place on the
top ange area into each stud using exterior rated wood screws.
NOTE: It may be necessary to apply bracing to the wall areas where the walls contact the adhesive to ensure
good contact. Wait 24 hours before applying sealant to joint areas as noted in step 9 below.
After waiting 24 hours for adhesive to cure from step 8, remove any bracing that may have been installed and
apply sealant to all areas as illustrated. Allow 24 hours to cure before using.
VERTICAL LINES
6" SPACING

POST INSTALLATION CLEAN-UP
Remove all construction debris. Install any accessories, shelves or doors according to manufacturer’s
installation instructions.
Post installation clean-up can be completed using 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water.
AFTERCARE AND CLEANING
!WARNING: Cleaning products with labels that say “not suitable for use with ABS, acrylic or polystyrene”
SHOULD NOT BE USED. Read all labels carefully.
Clean shower walls with warm soapy water and soft sponge. For stubborn stains, use a 50/50 mix of isopropyl
alcohol and water.
HARSH CHEMICALS SHOULD NEVER BE USED ON SHOWER WALL SURFACE. Clean after use with a mild
liquid household detergent cleaner. Do not use Lestoil®, Lysol®Disinfectant (spray or concentrate), or Lysol®
Basin,Tub and Tile Cleaner, Windex®, Mr. Clean®, Dow®Disinfectant Bathroom Cleaner, or cleaning products in
aerosol cans.
Do not use wire brushes, knives or sharp objects to remove stains or other surface blemishes.
Abrasive cleaners or powders should not be used as they will dull the surface.
Do not allow nail polish remover, acetone, paint remover or other solvents to come into contact with the surface.
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