Ella's Bubbles 5050 BF 4P 1.0 User manual

ELLA BARRIER FREE ACCESSIBLE SHOWERS
OWNERS MANUAL
5050 BF 4P 1.0
Center
6030 BF 5P .75
Center
6033 BF 5P .75
Center
4836 BF 4P .875
Center
6030 BF 5P 1.0
Right/Left
6036 BF 5P .875
Center
5430 BF 4P 1.0
Right/Left
6033 BF 5P 1.0
Right/Left
6036 BF 5P 1.0
Right/Left
Representing these Barrier Free, Roll in Shower model numbers:
6048 BF 5P 1.0
Center
3838 BF 4P .5
Center
6060 BF 3P 1.25
Center
6232 BF 5P .75
Center
6060 BF 5P 1.125
Center
6238 BF 5P .75
Center

Table of Contents
Getting Started: Tools and Materials ............................................................................................... 1
Planning your Installation ............................................................................................................... 2-3
Framing Diagrams.............................................................................................................................. 4
Installation Instructions ..................................................................................................................5 -16
Collapsible Dam Instructions...................................................................................................... 17-19
Warranty Information ...................................................................................................................... 20
Warranty Activation Form ...........................................................................................................21-22
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Tools/Materials you might need for proper installation
• hammer
• drill with Phillips screw bit
• 1/2" notched trowel
• spatula
• grease pencil (china marker)
• Auger mixing tool for drill
• caulking gun
• 4' level
• 2' level
• nails
• (50+) 1 1/4" wood screws
• solid wood ooring adhesive - (2) one gallon buckets per shower or 100% silicone
adhesive
• (2) gallons of water - for mixing bedding compound and water test around drain
• tube of white bathroom caulking
• (2) tubes of 100% clear silicone caulking
• (3) 8' 2x4s
• (1) 8" long 2x4
• (1) 24" long 2x4
• (2) large wiping cloths
• self-caulking shower drain tting
Getting Started: Tools/Materials
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For best results, please read and follow all directions carefully.
1. Avoid exposure to weather. Product carton is not waterproof. Carton exposed to rain or
snow may result in accumulated water penetrating the back laminates of the shower
pan and soak the glassed in reinforcement supports causing bulges in the gel coat
surface.
2. Most handling damage is the result of impact blows to the back of the berglass units.
3. Never drag this berglass product on any surface. Always carry the pan or use a two
wheel dolly.
4. Never drop the berglass shower pan from any height, not even an inch or stress cracks
are likely to occur.
5. Placing objects inside the unit can cause scratches or nicks to the nished surface. Do
not use the shower pan as a trash receptacle! Always place a drop cloth or cardboard
on the oor when working inside the shower.
6. Never clean berglass gel coat surface with metal tools of any kind, including razor
blades.
BRIEF OVERVIEW
NOTE: Unit will not install properly if framing pocket is not square and of proper size. The
dimensions shown in the FRAMING DIAGRAMS are 1/4" larger than the size of the shower. This
product is manufactured to tight specications. The 1/4" over sizing is for maneuvering and
installation ease. If 1/4" over is not reasonable, sizing closer to the product actual dimensions
is allowable. When trial tting the shower, use a level to conrm the parts are level and
plumb. If any gaps are present between the shower and framing, use furring strips to ll the
gaps. If the walls and oor are not level, there may be an excessive gap at the seams. The
unit is designed to allow an 1/8" gap at the seams.
1. Review the Framing Diagrams in Figure 1. Modify existing framing if required. For new
construction, build framing structure in accordance with product dimensions and notes
shown in the Framing Diagrams. The two wall Framing Diagram is for the 6060 3P two wall
shower only.
2. The shower base will be installed, leveled, and fastened to the framing before the walls
are installed. It is essential the framing pocket be square and plumb for the unit to install
properly. The oor also must have no voids or out of level conditions. If these are present,
they must be corrected before installation. Floor leveling compound can be purchased
at a local home improvement store. Make sure the area is completely dry.
Planning your Installation
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3. Following the shower pan installation, place the back wall sections, then the side walls.
The parts are indexed to one another by a slot and pin connection system. The parts
are pushed tight together before connection to the framing pocket is made. To have a
successful installation, two persons are required.
4. Plan for the location of the shower water control valve.
NOTE: If planning to install the control valve in the back wall of the shower with a two piece
back wall, consider the location of the seam in the wall. The control valve must be located
at a height where the seam and mounting ange do not cause a conict with placement
of the control valve, or water supply lines. These considerations are not necessary if installing
on the one piece back wall, or side wall. Plan for routing the water supply lines to the control
valve installation location.
5. In the installation location, the drain opening in the oor should have a 6" core for the
drain pipe, and a 10" x 10" x 1/2" deep recess in the sub oor. (The drain core must be
blocked when lled with Thin-Set). The 10" x 10" x 1/2" deep recess is required to assure
proper drainage. See Detail of Drain Core Area
6. Check the outside of the package for visible shipping damage. If damage is noted,
contact your supplier before proceeding with the installation.
7. Locate accessories if any were ordered. They will be packaged in the pan box. Remove
those and store them in a safe location for easy retrieval.
8. Identify each package and its contents. The label on the box is clearly marked indicating
a shower pan and wall panels.
Planning your Installation Continued
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Framing Diagrams
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FRAMING DIAGRAMS
Note: Unit will not install properly if framing pocket is not
square and of proper size. The dimensions shown in the
FRAMING DIAGRAMS are 1/4” larger than the size of the
shower pan. This product is manufactured to tight
specifications. The 1/4” over sizing is for manuvering and
installation ease. If 1/4” over is not reasonable, sizing closer
to the product actual dimensions is allowable.
3838
4836
6030 C
6030 L-R
6033 C
6033 L-R
6036 L-R
6060
6048
6036 C
6238
6232
A B C D
38 7/8”
48 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
62 5/8”
62 5/8” 62 5/8” 38 1/2” 19 3/8”
31 5/16” 32 1/2” 16 3/8”
30 1/8” 61 1/4” 30 1/8”
30 1/8” 49 1/4” 24 1/8”
8 9/16” 37 1/8” 18 3/4”
8 9/16”
30 1/8” 37 1/4” 18 1/8”
33 5/8” 15 3/8”
30 1/8” 33 5/8” 15 1/8”
8 9/16” 31 1/4” 15 1/8”
30 1/8” 31 1/4” 15 1/8”
24 1/8” 37 1/4” 18 1/8”
19 7/16” 38 5/8” 19 1/8”
5050 50 1/4” 25 1/8” 50 1/8” 25”
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1. Prepare the installation area by sweeping the area
completely clean.
2. Framing pocket must be sized according to the
information provided in the Framing Diagram. It is
recommended that the front studs at each side
be doubled for added strength. Framing must be
extremely square and plumb in order to accomplish
a successful installation.
3. Install hot and cold water supply lines with the
control valve. Mount to the framing.
4. It is extremely important that the oor area
intended for the installation be at and level.
Any areas over 1/8" out-of-level will prevent the
installation from being successful. If an area out more
than 1/8" is found, oat the oor area with a oor
leveling compound. This material must be placed
and cured (dry) before proceeding with the shower
installation.
5. A special note: During handling and transport, the
product may be slightly bent. It is very important that
the seam side of each wall, and the threshold of the
pan does not have any bow or bend. This product is
engineered with materials that allow for the sections
to be pressed back to the normal and straight
factory form that is intended.
As each section is removed from the packaging,
use a straight edge to check the straightness of
the wall sections and of the threshold. An example
of checking the threshold is illustrated in Figure 2A.
Check all the parts, and if not straight, follow the
procedures outlined below to bring the parts back
into the intended condition.
In the event they are not straight to 1/16", pressure
can be applied to the top side of the material. This
can be accomplished by placing blocks under the
two extreme corners.
Always place a soft rag on the nished surface where
it contacts the wood blocks, and under your feet to
avoid damaging the nish.
Gently step on this area and allow your body weight
(Up to 250 pounds), to ex the material back straight.
Conrm straightness, repeat if necessary until +/-
1/16" is accomplished. Figures 2B and 2C
A complete dry t for the shower base and walls is
recommended. A dry t in this instance is dened as
securing the sections to the studs with no silicone and
minimal screws to conrm a good t, and the framing
accommodates the sections. To achieve a dry t
installation, proceed with steps 6 through 23 without
using the silicone, oor adhesive and minimal screws to
secure to the framework.
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6. Carefully measure the framing pocket to assure it is of
proper size for the unit to be installed. Refer to
dimensional information in the Framing Diagrams on
Page 3, Figure 1.
5. A special note: During handling and transport,
the product may be slightly bent. It is very important
that the seam side of each wall, and the threshold of the
pan does not have any bow or bend. This product is
engineered with materials that allow for the sections to be
pressed back to the normal and straight factory form that
is intended.
7. Check the framing pocket for square. Check to assure
the vertical studs are plumb. To have tight seams where
the parts meet, it is very important that the framing pocket
be exceptionally square and plumb.
Check for square by holding a measuring tape from the
back left corner to the front right corner, as shown in
Figure 4. Repeat for the other side. If both dimensions are
the same, the framing is square. Adjust if necessary.
As each section is removed from the packaging, use a
straight edge to check the straightness of the wall sections
and of the threshold. An example of checking the threshold
is illustrated in Figure 2A. Check all the parts, and if not
straight, follow the procedures outlined below to bring the
parts back into the intended condition.
In the event they are not straight to 1/16”, pressure can be
applied to the top side of the material. This can be
accomplished by placing blocks under the two extreme
corners.
Always place a soft rag on the finished surface where it
contacts the wood blocks, and under your feet to avoid
damaging the finish.
Gently step on this area and allow your body weight
(Up to 250 pounds), to flex the material back straight.
Confirm straightness, repeat if necessary until +/- 1/16”
is accomplished. (Figures 2B and 2C)
Once the dry fit has been done and the fit confirmed,
disassemble the components. Resume step 5 and follow
each step carefully.
A complete dry fit for the shower base and walls is
recommended. A dry fit in this instance is defined as
securing the sections to the studs with no silicone and
minimal screws to confirm a good fit, and the framing
accommodates the sections. To achieve a dry fit
installation, proceed with steps 6 through 23 without using
the silicone, floor adhesive and minimal screws to secure
to the framework.
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Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 2C
Figure 2B
Figure 2A
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Once the dry t has been done and the t
conrmed, disassemble the components. Resume
step 5 and follow each step carefully.
6. Carefully measure the framing pocket to assure it
is of proper size for the unit to be installed. Refer to
dimensional information in the Framing Diagrams in
Figure 1.
7. Check the framing pocket for square. Check to
assure the vertical studs are plumb. To have tight
seams where the parts meet, it is very important that
the framing pocket be exceptionally square and
plumb.
Check for square by holding a measuring tape from
the back left corner to the front right corner, as
shown in Figure 4. Repeat for the other side. If both
dimensions are the same, the framing is square.
Adjust if necessary.
8. The next step is to dry t the shower pan to the
studs and conrm the drain location.
The better t of the pan, the better all wall parts will
assemble as intended with minimal gaps at the
seams.
NOTE: In Figure 5 the two installers have placed the
shower pan on the oor, and are pushing it into the
installed position. One of the installers is using a short
piece of 2 x 4 wood to hold the front of the shower
pan off the oor. This will assist in moving the pan into
the installed position while preventing chipping the
front edge if it were to slide along the sub oor.
After the pan is set, ll any gaps between the
mounting ange and the framing with wood shims or
furring strips to achieve solid contact. The ange must
be in contact with the studs along all sides.
The back corners of the shower pan should be in
contact with the framing, as seen in Figure 7. Shim
these areas if required.
9. Once the shower pan is put into place and t
is conrmed, draw a pencil line on the sub oor
indicating the front point of the threshold of the pan.
See Figure 8
Place a piece of cardboard in the oor of the shower
to protect the oor during the additional steps of
installation. There is a cut out for this on the pan box.
Installation Instructions 2 of 12
9. Once the shower pan is put into place and
fit is confirmed, draw a pencil line on the sub floor
indicating the front point of the threshold of the pan.
(See Figure 8).
The back corners of the shower pan should be in
contact with the framing, as seen in Figure 7.
Shim these areas if required.
NOTE: There are 2 shower models that require shims
on the underside for installation. These models are:
When the shower pan is trial fit in the framing
pocket, shim under the leveling leg on the under
side of the pan. Place the shims and adjust
until the pan is level and does not rock.
These shims must be glued or screwed down in the
correct location before the final installation.
This step is required for these units to assure a correct
installation for these two higher threshold showers.
Place a piece of cardboard in the floor of the shower to
protect the floor during the additional steps of installation.
There is a cut out for this on the pan box.
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After the pan is set, fill any gaps between the mounting
flange and the framing with wood shims or furring strips to
achieve solid contact. The flange must be in contact with
the studs along all sides.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 5
Figure 6
8.The next step is to dry fit the shower pan to the studs
and confirm the drain location.
The better fit of the pan, the better all wall parts will
assemble as intended with minimal gaps at the seams.
Note in Figure 5 the two installers have placed the shower
pan on the floor, and are pushing it into the installed
position. One of the installers is using a short piece of 2 x
4 wood to hold the front of the shower pan off the floor.
This will assist in moving the pan into the installed position
while preventing chipping the front edge if it were to slide
along the sub floor.
4836 SH 3.0, and 6030 SH 4.0.
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10. Conrm the pan is level by using a long level on
top of the threshold, and along the sides and back.
NOTE: The level is used on the same horizontal surface
that has the pins. This will be important to allow the
wall panels to t correctly. See Figures 9A and 9B
If the pan is not level, shim the appropriate areas
to achieve level. Do not shim more than 1/8". If
shimming over 1/8" is required, remove the pan
and correct the sub-oor area by “oating” a oor
leveling compound.
11. Drill holes through the mounting anges into each
framing stud. These holes should be drilled using a
1/8" drill bit. See Figure 10
NOTE: Plan on using at or pan head screws to secure
the shower pan. An 1/8" gap is provided in the
shower design to account for the screw heads. This
gap will allow clearance so the walls may assembled
to the shower pan.
12. The next step is to permanently install the shower
pan. A helpful tip to make this easier is to rotate the
pan upward and lean against the back framing studs
of the pocket. This will remove the pan from the work
zone without removing it from the stud pocket. Do
not secure the pan to the studs at this point because
you may need to reach around the pan as you install
the drain tting detailed in the next step. Make sure
pan is angled enough so it will not fall.
13. Install the drain tting on the shower pan. Apply a
bead of 100% silicone caulking around the recessed
molded drain area on the nished side of the pan.
Remove the nut and all gaskets from the drain body.
Slip the threaded shank of the drain body through
the hole. Follow the instructions provided with
the drain tting to install the gaskets in the proper
location. When all gaskets and locknut are in place
on the bottom side of the shower, tighten the nut to
secure the shower drain assembly. From the top side
of the drain assembly, remove the rubber caulking
gasket located on the inside of the drain tting. This
will allow the drain pipe to slip through the drain
tting on the shower.
A diagram of a typical drain assembly is shown in this
manual.
Wipe away any excess caulking that may have
squeezed out on the inside of the pan.
Now secure the pan in the upright position to the
back framing. Use a piece of scrap 2 x 4 lumber to
temporarily secure it. See the example in Figure 12.
Installation Instructions 3 of 12
12. The next step is to permanently install the
shower pan. A helpful tip to make this easier is to
rotate the pan upward and lean against the back framing
studs of the pocket. This will remove the pan from the
work zone without removing it from the stud pocket. Do
not secure the pan to the studs at this point because you
may need to reach around the pan as you install the
drain fitting detailed in the next step. Make sure pan is
angled enough so it will not fall.
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Figure 11
10. Confirm the pan is level by using a long level on
top of the threshold, and along the sides and back.
Note the level is used on the same horizontal surface that
has the pins.This will be important to allow the wall panels
to fit correctly. (See Figures 9A and 9B).
11. Drill holes through the mounting flanges into each
framing stud. These holes should be drilled using a
1/8” drill bit. (See Figure 10).
Note: Plan on using flat or pan head screws to secure the
shower pan. An 1/8” gap is provided in the shower design
to account for the screw heads. This gap will allow
clearance so the walls may assembled to the shower pan.
Wipe away any excess caulking that may have squeezed
out on the inside of the pan.
If the pan is not level, shim the appropriate areas
to achieve level. Do not shim more than 1/8”. If
shimming over 1/8” is required, remove the pan
and correct the sub-floor area by
“floating” a floor leveling compound.
Figure 10
Figure 9B
Figure 9A
13. Install the drain fitting on the shower pan.
Apply a bead of 100% silicone caulking around
the recessed molded drain area on the finished side of
the pan. Remove the nut and all gaskets from the drain
body. Slip the threaded shank of the drain body through
the hole. Follow the instructions provided with the drain
fitting to install the gaskets in the proper location. When
all gaskets and locknut are in place on the bottom side
of the shower, tighten the nut to secure the shower drain
assembly. From the top side of the drain assembly,
remove the rubber caulking gasket located on the inside
of the drain fitting. This will allow the drain pipe to slip
through the drain fitting on the shower.
A diagram of a typical drain assembly is shown on
Page 14 of this manual.
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14. A solid wood oor adhesive or 100% silicone
adhesive will be used to “glue” the bottom side of
the shower pan to the sub oor. The following steps
will detail the appropriate steps to accomplish this.
15. Clean the sub-oor thoroughly, wiping away
all lose debris. Wipe up any moisture. Never use
adhesive on a dirty or damp surface.
16. To secure the shower pan to the oor a solid
wood oor adhesive must be applied to the entire
sub oor area where the shower pan will rest, 3/8"
thick and 3" apart.
Using a 1/2" notched trowel, apply adhesive evenly
over the pan contact area. Bring the adhesive up
to the threshold pencil mark and also make sure the
adhesive will be in contact with the back side of the
pan. The long edge of the trowel may be needed to
get the adhesive to the far back of the contact area
where the pan is resting against the framing studs in a
vertical position. (Pan not shown in Figures 13
A and B).
After the adhesive is troweled over the sub oor, use
a spatula to wipe the adhesive over the entire area
where the pan will sit. The exception will be the drain
box area. This area will be lled with thin-set non
shrink mortar. Do not ll this area above the oor line
and do not spill any of this thin-set material onto the
contact adhesive. See Figure 13B
Non shrink thin-set mortar can be purchased at any
local home improvement store. Please follow the
mixing directions on the bag.
In this step, apply the adhesive to the at oor area
and ll the boxed area around the drain pipe with
the Thin-Set mortar.
17. After the adhesive and thin-set materials are in
place, rotate the pan back into place for installation.
(Hint) In order to reach the pan without stepping on
the adhesive, place a short piece of wood over the
drain area. Use this to step on to remove the 2 x 4
that is holding the pan against the back framing. See
Figure 15
NOTE: The working life of the ooring adhesive is
roughly one hour. (Refer to the label on the adhesive
for actual working time). After step 16 is complete,
the entire installation process though step 23 must
continue. If for any reason the installation cannot be
completed within the working time of the adhesive,
after step 16, jump ahead to step 23.
Non shrink thin-set mortar can be purchased at Lowes or
The Home Depot. Please follow the mixing directions on the
bag.
In this step, apply the adhesive to the flat floor area and fill
the boxed area around the drain pipe with the Thin-Set
mortar.
After the adhesive is troweled over the sub floor, use a
spatula to wipe the adhesive over the entire area where the
pan will sit.
The exception will be the drain box area. This area will be
filled with thin-set non shrink mortar. Do not fill this area
above the floor line and do not spill any of this thin-set
material onto the contact adhesive.
(See Figure 13B.)
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14. A solid wood floor adhesive will be used to “glue” the
bottom side of the shower pan to the sub floor.
The following steps will detail the appropriate steps to
accomplish this.
NOTE: Models 4836 SH and 6030 SH are not glued as described
above. The models must have the bottom supported by shims
placed under the leveling legs at the underside of the pan.
This step is described on Page 5 Step 8.
15. Clean the sub-floor thoroughly, wiping away all lose debris.
Wipe up any moisture. Never use adhesive on a dirty or
If installing these models, the following instructions refering to
adhesive do not apply.
16.
Now secure the pan in the upright position to the back framing.
Use a piece of scrap 2 x 4 lumber to temporarily secure it. See
the example in Figure 12.
Figure 12
To secure the shower pan to the floor a solid wood
floor adhesive must be applied to the entire sub floor
area where the shower pan will rest.
Using a 1/2” notched trowel, apply adhesive evenly over the
pan contact area. Bring the adhesive up to the threshold
pencil mark and also make sure the adhesive will be in
contact with the back side of the pan. The long edge of the
trowel may be needed to get the adhesive to the far back of
the contact area where the pan is resting against the framing
studs in a vertical position.
(Pan not shown in Figures 13 A and B). Figure 13A
Figure 13B
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Rotate the pan back to the horizontal position. As
you lower the pan to the sub oor, align the drain
pipe with the drain tting, and with the pencil mark at
the front of the threshold.
When the pan is seated into the adhesive, place
the cardboard on the shower oor for protection.
Thoroughly walk around in the shower. This will assist in
seating the pan into the adhesive.
Attach the pan to the studs by installing the at top/
pan head screws through the holes drilled into the
ange. Snug the screws up tight so the screw heads
will be clear of the side wall panels for assembly.
Use care not to over tighten to the point that causes
ange breakage.
18. Before installing the walls, conrm the ledges
where the walls sit are level. Check with a long
level as shown in Figure 16. If there is an out of level
condition, remove screws and adjust as required.
19. Before the adhesive cures, conrm the oor slope
to the drain has been maintained. To do this, use a
2 foot level at various points around the drain to the
adjacent wall to check for draft. Make sure there is a
downward slope to the drain in all directions around
the drain. Visually inspect the oor to be sure there
are no humps or dips that could cause improper
drainage. See Figure 17A and 17B.
20. The next step will be to place the wall panels
on the pan. The back wall will be installed rst. If
the water control valve is in the back wall, carefully
measure and mark the location on the surface of
the wall panel. If installing in a shower with a two
piece back wall, the valve probably will be installed
through the lower wall panel. Make certain the valve
does not conict with the mounting ange or seam.
Read the installation instructions provided by the
valve manufacturer. Before the Trial t, carefully drill
the valve hole (s) in the panel. When drilled,dry Trial t
the back wall panel (s) on the shower pan to test the
t.
Conrm the gap where the wall seats to the pan is
1/8" or less. Make sure the seam for the two piece
wall is also 1/8" or less. Adjust the valve hole size and
location if required.
Lift the wall panel with the valve hole away.
Complete the valve installation and connection to
hot and cold water supply at this time. Also complete
shower supply connection. Strap pipes to framing
if required. This is the last access to the plumbing
before the wall is permanently installed.
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17. After the adhesive and thin-set materials are in place, rotate
the pan back into place for installation.
(Hint) In order to reach the pan without stepping on the adhesive,
place a short piece of wood over the drain area. Use this to step
on to remove the 2 x 4 that is holding the pan against the back
framing. (See Figure 15).
18.
19.
Before installing the walls, confirm the ledges
where the walls sit are level. Check with a long
level as shown in Figure 16. If there is an out of level
condition, remove screws and adjust as required.
Before the adhesive cures, confirm the floor slope to the
drain has been maintained. To do this, use a 2 foot level at
various points around the drain to the adjacent wall to check
for draft. Make sure there is a downward slope to the drain in
all directions around the drain. Visually inspect the floor to be
sure there are no humps or dips that could cause improper
drainage.
See Figure 17A and 17B.
Rotate the pan back to the horizontal position. As you lower the
pan to the sub floor, align the drain pipe with the drain fitting,
and with the pencil mark at the front of the threshold.
NOTE: The working life of the flooring adhesive is roughly
one hour. (Refer to the label on the adhesive for actual
working time). After step 16 is complete, the entire
installation process though step 23 must continue. If for
any reason the installation cannot be completed within the
working time of the adhesive, after step 16, jump ahead to
step 23.
When the pan is seated into the adhesive, place the cardboard
on the shower floor for protection. Thoroughly walk around in
the shower. This will assist in seating the pan into the adhesive.
Attach the pan to the studs by installing the flat top/pan
head screws through the holes drilled into the flange.
Snug the screws up tight so the screw heads will be clear
of the side wall panels for assembly. Use care not to
overtighten to the point that causes flange breakage.
Figure 16
8 Figure 17B
Figure 17A
2 Ft. Level
Floor Level To
Drain - No Humps
Figure 15
Wood
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21. If all ts are good, proceed with the installation of the back wall. The installation
procedures described in this step apply for installation of one or two piece back walls.
Wipe clean the ledges on top of the pan. Apply a continuous bead of 100% RTV silicone
caulking along the back ledge of the pan where the back wall will sit. The bead should
be placed at the middle of the ledge, and be 3/8” wide. The bead should go completely
around each alignment pin.
There are slots on the underside of the wall. There are alignment pins in the pan that will
insert into the slots on the bottom of the wall. See the detail in Figure 19.
The lower section of the back wall is the panel with a single, molded soap dish. Lift this panel
up and carefully lower it onto the back ledge on the pan.
Push the wall panel down to seat it in the caulking.
Check the t for level and plumb.
Note to installer: There is a difference having the bubble between the lines and a plumb
wall. The wall must be VERY plumb or a gap larger than 1/8" will be present where the side
walls mate the back wall. Use wood shims or furring strips to ll any space between the back
wall ange and the studs.
Align the wall section where it meets the shower pan so it is centered on the pan, and install
wood shims or furring strips if necessary.
Pre-drill the mounting anges. Attach the wall with screws through the back wall ange into
the framing. Be sure the wall panel remain level and plumb. (For the 4836 4 piece, this step
will apply for the entire back wall as one piece).
22. For ve piece units, the next step is to place the top section of the back wall. Clean the
back ledge and apply a continuous bead of 100% RTV silicone caulking along the ledge
of the back wall where the top part of the wall will sit. The bead should be 3/8 wide and
placed at the middle of the ledge. It should go completely around each alignment pin.
Lift the top back wall panel and set it on top of the lower wall. Press the panel down to seat
in the caulking. The top and bottom wall panels must be level and plumb. Shim if necessary.
The seam between the panels should be no more than 1/8".
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Pre-drill holes and attach with screws along the top back ange into the framing studs.
Make sure the two wall panels are in alignment and are level and plumb. Place level or
straight edge on both vertical ange where the wall will mate to the back wall and check
to assure there are no gaps. (For the 4836 four piece which has a single piece back wall
panel, skip this step).
23. If the water control valve is located on one of the side walls, it is important to dry trial t
that panel rst. Carefully measure and mark the location of the valve on the surface of the
side wall. Read the installation instructions provided by the valve manufacturer. Carefully
drill the valve hole(s).
Trial t the side wall panel to the shower pan. Wipe clean the side ledge. This next step is a
two person job.
Lift the side wall panel and set it on the ledge. Set the panel so it is within one inch of the
vertical back wall seam. Make sure the pins in the pan index with the slots on the bottom
of the wall. Clear your ngers and slide the wall panel toward the back wall. Make sure the
alignment pins in the back wall index into the holes on the side wall. See Figure 24
When seated, the seam should have a minimal gap of 1/8" or less. If not, push the end of
the side panel until the vertical seam closes. See Figure 25 When in place, check the t of
the valve hole. Adjust size and location if required.
When the t is good, lift the wall panel away. Complete the valve installation and
connection to hot and cold water supply at this time. Also complete shower supply
connection. Strap pipes to framing if required. This is the last access to the plumbing before
the wall is permanently installed.
Clean the side ledge and apply a continuous 3/8" bead of100% RTV silicone caulking
along the entire length of the mating ledge of the shower pan. Apply the caulk completely
around each alignment pin.
Clean and apply a continuous 3/8" bead of 100% RTV silicone caulk along the entire length
of the vertical surface of the back wall where the side wall panel mates to the back wall.
Apply the caulk completely around each alignment pin. See Figure 23
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Lift the side wall and place it on the pan. Make
sure alignment pins on the pan and back wall line
up. Clear ngers and slide the wall into the installed
position. See Figure 25
Conrm t and level. Inspect that the grout lines on
the side wall match up with the grout lines on the
back wall.
Using a grease pencil or china marker to make a short
line across the grout lines makes it easier to see if the
grout lines are in alignment.
Pre-drill mounting anges and attach to framing studs
with screws. Make sure wall panel remains level and
plumb and the seam is tight.
Repeat the procedures in Step 22 for opposite side
wall.
24. Now that all wall panels are installed, remove the
protective cardboard from the oor and use a 2 foot
level to re-check the downward oor draft to the
drain. Use the same procedure as described in Step
18 of this manual.
25. Install the rubber caulking gasket around the drain
pipe. Trim the length of the pipe if necessary. Apply
soap to the caulking gasket to lubricate it. Place the
caulking gasket on the drain pipe and press it down
into the drain assembly until it seats. Snap the strainer
plate onto the drain.
Pour water across the oor to conrm good draft
to the drain so the water drains completely with no
puddling. Make certain the drain does not leak.
NOTE: The manufacturer and supplier of this product
is not responsible for leaking drain conditions. Proper
installation of the drain tting and pipe is the installers
responsibility.
Since there is minimal oor slope to the drain, it is
critical factory slope be maintained so the shower
drains well. To accomplish this, temporary bracing
must be put in place to assure the oor remains in the
proper position as the adhesive cures.
Before installing the bracing, place a padded piece
of wood on the top center of the threshold and
directly on top of the drain. Pad the wood with soft
cloth or cardboard to prevent damage to the nish.
Install temporary 2 x 4 stud bracing so they sit on top
of these wood pieces. Attach these studs to the room
framing above the shower, or pad to the ceiling. See
Figure 26
26. Remove the temporary bracing after 72 hours.
Place a piece of cardboard in the shower to protect
the nish. Caulk all seams with white acrylic bathtub
caulk.
SEAM CAULKING INSTRUCTIONS
Materials and tools required:
• acrylic latex caulk
• wiping cloths/rags
• clean water
• caulking gun
• cup
1. Cut off tip of caulk tube diagonally with opening
no larger than 1/8". Figure 27
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24.Now that all wall panels are installed, remove the
protective cardboard from the floor and use a 2 foot level
to re-check the downward floor draft to the drain. Use the
same procedure as described in Step 18 of this manual.
Since there is minimal floor slope to the drain, it is
critical factory slope be maintained so the shower drains
well. To accomplish this, temporary bracing must be put in
place to assure the floor remains in the proper position as
the adhesive cures.
Before installing the bracing, place a padded piece of wood
on the top center of the threshold and directly on top of the
drain. Pad the wood with soft cloth or cardboard to prevent
damage to the finish.
Install temporary 2 x 4 stud bracing so they sit on top of
these wood pieces. Attach these studs to the room framing
above the shower, or pad to the ceiling. (See Figure 26).
Figure 26
26. Remove the temporary bracing after 72 hours. Place a
piece of cardboard in the shower to protect the finish.
Caulk all seams with white acrylic bathtub caulk.
Confirm fit and level. Inspect that the grout lines on the side
wall match up with the grout lines on the back wall.
Using a grease pencil or china marker to make a short line
across the grout lines makes it easier to see if the grout lines
are in alignment.
Pre-drill mounting flanges and attach to framing studs
with screws. Make sure wall panel remains level and plumb
and the seam is tight.
Repeat the procedures in Step 22 for opposite side wall.
Lift the side wall and place it on the pan. Make sure alignment
pins on the pan and back wall line up. Clear fingers and slide
the wall into the installed position. (See Figure 25)
Clean and apply a continuous 3/8” bead of 100% RTV sili-
cone caulk along the entire length of the vertical surface of
the back wall where the side wall panel mates to the back
wall. Apply the caulk completely around each alignment pin.
(See Figure 23).
25.Install the rubber caulking gasket around the drain pipe.
Trim the length of the pipe if necessary. Apply soap to the
caulking gasket to lubricate it. Place the caulking gasket on
the drain pipe and press it down into the drain assembly until
it seats. Snap the strainer plate onto the drain.
Pour water across the floor to confirm good draft to the
drain so the water drains completely with no puddling.
Make certain the drain does not leak.
Note: The manufacturer and supplier of this product is not
responsible for leaking drain conditions. Proper installation
of the drain fitting and pipe is the installers responsibility.
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1. Cut off tip of caulk tube diagonally with opening
no larger than 1/8". Figure 27
2. Run a continuous bead of caulk at the seam
between the two parts. Figure 28
3. Smooth caulk gently with a wet ngertip. Figure 29
4. Using a clean rag, wipe off excess water and caulk.
Figure 30
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHOWER SEATS WITH
SWING DOWN LEGS
(This style seat has four (4) adjustable height legs)
Your seat with swing down legs is fully assembled.
Remove it from the box and proceed as follows:
1. Choose the height of the seat you want. Barrier Free
style showers will typically have fold up seat installed
at 17" to 19" height.
2. After selecting the height you desire, adjust each of
the four legs to that height while maintaining the seat
in a level position. Lock each of the lock nuts.
3. Place the seat against the wall of the shower
where you want the seat to be located. Seat may be
centered on the wall for a Barrier Free installation.
4. With the seat placed against the mounting wall,
position the two hinges to the wall. Using a pencil, mark
the three holes (3) holes in the ange onto the wall for
each hinge. Remove seat from wall.
5. Using a power drill with a 0.120" diameter drill through
the wall the three (3) mounting holes for each ange.
6. Apply silicone caulking around and inside each
drilled hole before installing the seat.
7. Place the seat against the mounting wall with each
hinge aligned to the mounting holes. Utilizing the six (6)
#10 x 2" Stainless Steel screws, place a Phillips screw
driver into your power drill and securely tighten each of
the six (6) screws.
THIS COMPLETES THE INSTALLATION OF THE SEAT
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRAB BARS
Recommended tools for installation:
1/4" Power Drill
1/8" drill bit when drilling through berglass
#2 Phillips Screw Driver and/or Phillips drill insert
1/2" Open end wrench or a small Crescent wrench
Tape measure
Pencil/pen
Center Punch
Silicone Caulk
1. As indicated earlier in this manual, wood
reinforcements must be solidly installed behind the tile
wall surface to provide a secure mounting surface to
attach the grab bars. Grab bars must be installed at
these locations only.
2. Select the particular size and style of grab bar you
want to install. Certain grab bars have snap in place
ange covers, and others have exposed anges.
3. For grab bars with snap in place ange covers, use
the handle of a Phillips screw driver to tap back the
covers on the bottom edge of the covers. It will be
convenient in the installation process if the covers are
tapped together in the center of the grab bar.
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Materials Required:
Acrylic Latex Caulk
Wiping Cloths (Rags)
Clean Water
Cut off tip of caulk tube diagonally with opening
no larger than 1/8”.
(Figure 27)
Run a continuous bead of caulk at the seam between
the two parts.
(Figure 28)
Smooth caulk gently with a wet fingertip. (Figure 29)
Using a clean rag, wipe off excess water and caulk.
(Figure 30)
12
Seam Caulking Instructions
Figure 27
Figure 28
Figure 30
Figure 29
Tools Required:
Caulking Gun
Cup
Your seat with swing down legs is fully assembled. Remove it from the box and proceed as follows:
(This style seat has four (4) adjustable height legs)
1.- Choose the height of the seat you want. Barrier Free style showers will typically have fold up
seat installed at 17” to 19” height.
2.- After selecting the height you desire, adjust each of the four legs to that height while
maintaining the seat in a level position. Lock each of the lock nuts.
3.- Place the seat against the wall of the shower where you want the seat to be located.
Seat may be centered on the wall for a Barrier Free installation.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHOWER SEATS
WITH SWING DOWN ADJUSTABLE LEGS
4.- With the seat placed against the mounting wall, position the two hinges to the wall.
Using a pencil, mark the three holes (3) holes in the flange onto the wall for each hinge.
Remove seat from wall.
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4. Determine the position you want the to install the bar. Place the bar against the wall.
Using a pencil, mark the location of each mounting hole at both ends of the bar.
5. Using a power drill with a 1/4" diameter carbide tipped drill bit, drill, each mounting hole.
6. Apply silicone caulking around and inside each drilled hole before installing the grab bar.
7. Take two (2) of the #10 x 2" Stainless Steel screws. By hand, start one mounting screw in
each end of the bar into the wall.
8. Use a power drill with a Phillips drill bit to fully install these mounting screws.
9. Take the remaining #10 x 2" screws and place them into the remaining open holes. Use
care to snug up the screws, but to not over-torque that the screws strip out the factory
installed backer board.
10. If installing a bar with snap-on covers, move the covers into place at each ange. Twist
the covers clockwise or counter clockwise to tighten the covers onto the anges.
THIS COMPLETES THE INSTALLATION OF THE GRAB BAR
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR COLLAPSIBLE WATER RETAINERS
Important considerations before you begin: Most manufactured units are designed with a
radius where the oor transitions or meets the wall. This is to ensure proper structural strength
where the wall meets the oor. The installation of end caps is highly recommended on
radius models for proper t and nish. The caps will also help to keep your curtain inside
the water barrier. A properly sized curtain with heavy tape weights combined with a water
retainer is the most complete and effective system available today.
Installation of radius models: (For Finished End Cap Installation) Make sure you have ordered
the correct length. See chart below. The water retainer strip is designed to travel along the
oor to the wall radius until vertical, then capped. (Less Cap Installation) Cut the retainer
strip to the shape of the radius where the wall and the oor meet, then caulk. Caps are not
required in applications where a 90-degree corner is standard.
Size Verication Chart for all Factory Manufactured Shower Units
For most Acrylic Showers:
• 36" ADA barrier free (36"I.D. opening) 42CWR-White
• 48" barrier free (45-46" I.D opening) 52CWR-White
• 60" ADA barrier free shower (60" I.D. opening) 66CWR-White
• Finished End Cap CWRCAP-White
NOTE: 1 ½" wide at mounting surface required.
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Identifying proper mounting location: It will be helpful to determine whether your Gel-coat
or Acrylic reinforced shower unit model has a small molded ridge or “water runoff assist” or
trench design on your unit. You will nd this feature on the oor of approximately 1-3 inches
from the front entry edge of your shower unit. The inside edge of the water retainer should
rest on the crown of the ridge allowing the water to run off properly. Use this ridge as your
guide to mounting the retainer parallel with the water run off ridge.
Models less the ridge: All name brand barrier free showers that may not have a water run
off ridge or recessed trench and applications such as tile, marble or cement oor surfaces,
purchaser must determine the proper mounting location and length. Helpful hint: determine
by desired location of curtain or directly below curtain rod.
Tools & Materials required: Utility Knife, Tape measure, Straight edge, Clear or White 100%
Silicone Adhesive caulk, Blue Masking tape, Rubbing Alcohol, bucket of water and clean
rags.
INSTALLATION STEPS WITH FINISHED END CAPS
1. Thoroughly clean threshold surface of all soap scum and debris using standard bath
cleanser. Chemically clean surface with rubbing alcohol.
2. Verify the required length anticipating the vertical rise, making certain there is enough
retainer strip to make a vertical rise on the end walls.
3. Determine and mark center point of shower.
4. Determine and mark center point of water retainer strip.
5. Turn over water retainer strip and make cut on orange peel off strip at half way mark.
Peel off a portion (approx. 4") of the orange peel off strip in one direction exposing the
adhesive.
6. Align strip with pre-determined pencil mark or molded ridge crown of shower unit starting
at the half way mark. Press on and adhere approximately 4" of strip. Pull and stretch to wall
and align before removing remainder of orange peel off strip. Press into place.
7. Peel, stretch, alien and pull remaining half to wall. Press into place.
8. Push in the male end of your end cap into the water retainer. Adhere end cap to unit
with adhesive caulk and wipe clean. White or clear adhesive type caulk is recommended.
9. Use masking tape to temporarily hold cap in place until adhesive cures.
10. Optional: The outer edges beneath the retainer may be caulked if desired to prevent
soap and shower debris from lodging beneath the retainer. The adhesive tape does not
extend to the edge (by design) to allow the retainer to absorb the impact energy of a
rolling shower chair in high use applications. Wipe off excess caulk and let cure (according
to caulk specications) prior to shower use.
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STEPS LESS FINISHED END CAPS
1. Thoroughly clean threshold surface of all soap
scum and debris using standard bath cleanser.
Chemically clean surface with rubbing alcohol or
equal.
2. Verify the required length anticipating the radius
shaping required on each end of the strip.
3. Determine the shape of the end cut required for
proper t and nishing.
4. Begin at one end only.
5. Create template of wall shape (if necessary) with
cardboard or material of choice.
6. Trace shape onto retainer, cut and trim with utility
knife.
7. Beginning on the shaped end, peel back a small 4"
section of the orange peel off strip.
8. Align strip with pre-determined pencil mark or
molded ridge crown of unit. Press on and adhere the
4" section of exposed strip into place.
9. Before removing remainder of orange peel off strip,
stretch retainer to opposite wall, mark and template
for proper location proceeding nal cut.
10. Remove remaining orange peel off strip and
stretch retainer to its nal position. Press and adhere
into place.
11. Caulk end cuts and wipe clean. A silicone
adhesive caulk is recommended.
12. Optional: The outer edges beneath the retainer
may be caulked if desired to prevent soap and
shower debris from lodging beneath the retainer.
The adhesive tape does not extend to the edge
by design to allow the retainer to absorb the
impact energy of a rolling shower chair in high use
applications. Wipe off excess caulk and let cure
(according to caulk specications) prior to shower
use.
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