Healthcraft Dependa-Bar DB-18 User manual

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
HealthCraft Products Inc., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Copyright 2006. Specifications subject to change without notice.
www.healthcraftproducts.com
Prior to installing the Dependa-BarTM, we strongly recommend that you first read through the instructions. It is your
responsibility to see that your Dependa-BarTM is properly assembled, installed, operated, and cared for. Failure to
follow these instructions could result in injury or death. Inspect the Dependa-BarTM regularly, including bolts and
screws. If you are not equipped to undertake the outlined work, we recommend that you have your Dependa-BarTM
installed by a qualified contractor. Maximum suggested user weight is 250 lbs / 113kg.
CAUTION - RISK OF INJURY or DEATH!
DEPENDA-BAR
™
TOP CAP (HW 515)
TOP MAST HOLDER
NOTE: Oring not shown.
BOTTOM
WALL
FLANGE (B)
HORIZONTAL GRAB BAR 18” (DB 201)
HORIZONTAL GRAB BAR 32” (DB 203)
TOP WALL FLANGE (DB 202)
BOTTOM WALL FLANGE (A)
PIVOT LOCK GUIDE
BUSHING (DB 106)
SPLIT WASHER
BOTTOM COVER (HW 514)
SCREW (HW 130)
HEX KEY (HW 321)
PARTS DIAGRAM: DEPENDA-BAR™
DB-18, DB-32, DB-18-B, DB-32-B
VERTICAL MAST
PIVOT RAIL (HW 515)
BATHBOARD STORAGE
Flip the bathboard up behind the fixed grab bar
and pivot the Dependa-Bar™to a locked position
over the bathboard.
NOTE: Storage instructions apply only to HealthCraft’s
Bathboard.

INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS: DEPENDA-BAR™
Please consider the following points to help decide how to install and
where to locate your Dependa-Bar™.
LOCATION DECISIONS
X: Distance of vertical mast from front wall of bathtub (Figure 1.1).
Note that there are several options for this distance as detailed in
Figures 1.2, 1.3, & 1.4, however, this dimension may also be driven
by the location of suitable mounting structure within the wall, depend-
ing on your fastener choice. (i.e. you may need to locate in line with
the location of a wall stud)
Y: Distance between top of bathtub to top of horizontal grab bar.
Typically this would be installed at 4”/10cm. from the top of the bath-
tub, however, it is suggested to determine if the resulting height of the
pivot rail bars are suitable for your use.
PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Consider the following factors for the proposed mounting location:
1. Locking Positions: How many locking positions are required?
(See Figures 1.2, 1.3, 1.4)
2. Wall Studs: Are you planning on screws into wall studs? Where
will this locate the Dependa-Bar™?
3. Pinch Points and Obstructions: Ensure that for each of the rail
locking positions, that the rail is clear of shower structures,
and does not create undesirable pinch or entrapment points.
4. Access: Ensure that proposed location allows adequate room
for user to stand up from bath bench, toilet, etc. Also ensure that
pivot mast can be reached easily when directly in front of user.
LOCATION OPTIONS DETAILED
Please note that the following locations may or may not be possible
if you are planning to secure into the wall studs: If there is any doubt
to your selection, you may make a non-load bearing installation test
using two sided tape or a small amount of removable adhesive such
as silicone. If the Dependa-Bar™ is to be secured to the wall board
alone, use of Wingits® fastening system is strongly recommended
(See www.wingits.com).
Position 1 (Figure 1.2: 5 Locking Positions)
If you desire the pivot rail to swing a full 180°, the vertical mast must
be installed at least 19”/ 48 cm from the front wall. This option allows
all angular positions of the rail, however, this may require the bath
bench to be located further back in the tub.
Position 2 (Figure 1.3: 4 Locking Positions)
If the user requires the bath bench closer to the shower controls, the
vertical mast can be installed at least 13” / 33cm from the front wall.
This position still allows the rail to lock at 135° to provide support
while using the controls, and comfortable space for using a bath seat.
Position 3 (Figure 1.4: 3 Locking Positions)
If the user requires the bath bench very close to the shower controls,
the vertical mast can be aligned within a small distance from the front
wall, as long as there is clear movement for the pivot rail.
18” 32”
X
Z
Z
Y
SHOWER CONTROLS
Figure 1.1: Installation Location Considerations
FIGURE 1.2: 5 Locking Positions
FIGURE 1.4: 3 Locking Positions
FIGURE 1.3: 4 Locking Positions
13”
19”
180°
90°
0°
135°
90°
90°
45°
45°
45°135°
0°
Installed on left side.
SHOWER CONTROLS
Installed on right side.

B
Mount Top Wall Flange
C
Install Pivot Rail
Secure
Pivot
Rail
Cover
Bottom
Teeth
Using a level (B1), align the top wall flange with the
bottom wall flange (A) along the wall stud, 24-26”
from top of bathtub. Mark hole positions with a nail
or punch (B2). Drill appropriate sized hole (B3) and
use stainless steel fasteners to secure top flange
to wall.
Slide the pivot rail up thru the ring of the top wall flange (C1), and then
rest it down on the pivot lock guide (C2). Insert the pivot bushing and
washer into the underside of the pivot lock guide. Tighten bolt to secure
the pivot rail to the horizontal grab bar (C3). Cover the exposed bottom
teeth with the vinyl white cover (C4).
WALL STUD
B2
B1 B3
BOTTOM
WALL
FLANGE (A)
24-26” C1
C2
C3
C4
A
Mount Horizontal Grab Bar
Locate a wall stud according to the Installation Guidelines. If using a level, position the
horizontal grab bar where it will be installed (A1). Mark hole positions with a nail or punch (A2).
Drill appropriate sized holes for different wall constructions (A3 + chart) and use stainless steel
fasteners to secure grab bar to wall.
A3 INSTALLATION OF
GRAB BAR ON:
1. WOOD STUDS: Drill 5/32”
holes into studs or backing.
Mount with #10 x 2” stainless
steel screws.
2. DRYWALL: Drill ½” holes.
Mount with 3/16” x 3” toggle
bolts (not included).
3. TILE WALL: Drill holes
with ¼” glass drill bit. Install
#10 plastic fasteners (not
included) and mount with #10
x 2” stainless steel screws.
NOTE: It is important to install the horizontal grab
bar as level as possible. If it is not level, the
pivoting and locking bar may not install and / or
perform properly.
WALL STUD
NOT LEVEL!
LEVEL
WALL STUD
A1
A2 A3
BOTTOM WALL
FLANGE (A)
(NOTE: If using WingIts®, install grab bar at an appropriate height according to Installation Guidelines on page 2,
use WingIts® Instructions to mount grab bar and then to proceed to Step B below).