Plumbworlds Shower Tray User manual

Installation Instructions
226DAA 010319SD
Shower Tray

Before you Start
Please read these instructions fully before starting. Although these instructions
are comprehensive we always recommend that a technically competent installer
undertake the installation.
Unpack and check that the shower tray is the colour, size, shape and type you require.
Allow the shower tray to rest on a flat surface in a warm room then check for any
damage. Do not install if not satisfied and contact your local supplier.
Check that the top surface of the shower tray is compatible with your intended shower
enclosure, taking into account the loss of dimension that will result if the tray has been
cut or trimmed to fit the available area and after tiles etc have been fitted.
The compatibility of the top surface of the tray and an enclosure is especially important
if using a shower tray with a built in tiling upstand.
If you install this shower tray in conjunction with a steam unit, you must ensure the steam
outlet is at a minimum of 350mm from the top of the tray.
When considering your installation method, you should be able to attach or repair
your waste or waste outlet in-situ.
Important
When handling your shower tray take care not to damage the bottom edges and
when installing take particular care to protect the visible surfaces from impact
damage or abrasions.
Safety Notes
Caution: Care must be taken when drilling into walls or floors to avoid hidden pipes
or electrical cables.
This product is heavy and requires a 2-person lift.
Care & Use of Your Shower Tray
These installation instructions should be retained and passed to the user for
possible future reference.
It is normal for small amounts of localized water to be retained on the shower tray
surfaces after use which should be wiped dry immediately to prevent build up of
sediments.
The shower tray should be cleaned regularly with warm, soapy water only and dried with
a cloth. Never use scourers, abrasives, bleach or other chemical cleaners.
Technical Help
Customer Service Line: 01386 800750
Dimensions are nominal and shown in millimetres unless otherwise stated.
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A Shower Tray (Shape and style of tray may differ from that illustrated)

Parts Supplied
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A Shower Tray (Shape and style of tray may differ from that illustrated)

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Silicone
Tape Measure and Pencil Spirit Level Safety Eyewear and Dust Mask
Plumbing Pipe and Fittings 90mm Hi-ow Waste Unit Compound or Contact Adhesive
Trowel Silcone Sealant Floor Screws and Screwdriver
Plywood Board (min 18mm thick) Masking Tape Cement and Fine Sand
Power Drill & Drill Bits Hole Cutter Jigsaw
60 Grit Sand Paper Angle Grinder
Tools and Materials Required (not supplied)
Note! Other tools and materials may be needed depending on the specic site requirements.
CEMENT
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4in/102mm or larger ne edge diamond
grinder blade (suitable for cutting stone)
Your unique shower tray is the idea solution to modern bathroom shapes and obstacles
enabling rapid adaptation to almost all situations.
Carefully measure the available area for your
intended shower tray.
Note! Ensure the outer tray dimensions
remain suitable for your intended enclosure
taking into account the reduced are that will
result after any trimming or cutting of the
shower tray.
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Installation
Note! Your shower tray can also be used,
after cutting, with a Panel Riser Kit for a raised
installation. Please note that a Baseboard
Accessory Pack MUST be used in conjunction
with your chosen Panel Riser Kit.
Cutting the Tray
Tape Measure and Pencil Spirit Level Safety Eyewear and Dust Mask
Plumbing Pipe and Fittings 90mm Hi-ow Waste Unit Compound or Contact Adhesive
Trowel Silcone Sealant Floor Screws and Screwdriver
Plywood Board (min 18mm thick) Masking Tape Cement and Fine Sand
Power Drill & Drill Bits Hole Cutter Jigsaw
60 Grit Sand Paper Angle Grinder
Note! Other tools and materials may be needed depending on the specic site requirements.
4in/102mm or larger ne edge diamond
grinder blade (suitable for cutting stone)
Your unique shower tray is the idea solution to modern bathroom shapes and obstacles
enabling rapid adaptation to almost all situations.
Carefully measure the available area for your
intended shower tray.
Note! Ensure the outer tray dimensions
remain suitable for your intended enclosure
taking into account the reduced are that will
result after any trimming or cutting of the
shower tray.
With the shower tray upside down, mark the lines
to be cut on the back of the tray using masking
tape or other suitable marking method.
Note! Double check the area marked on the
back face of the shower tray is correct when
the tray is upright in-situ. DO NOT PROCEED
IF NOT SATISFIED.
CAUTION! Before proceeding use safety
eyewear and clothing at all times.
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Carefully cut the marked area from the shower
tray using a minimum of a four inch (approx
102mm) diamond blade (suitable for cutting
stone) on an angle grinder or other suitable
cutting tool.
It may be necessary to turn the shower tray over
to obtain a through cut on the thicker section of
the periphery of the tray, depending on the size
of the blade being used.
Note! Do not force the rate of cutting and
only cut at the speed of the cutter to avoid
separation of the tray layers.
Taking care not to damage the visible surface,
carefully remove any loose material and tidy the
cut edge using 60 Grit (or similar grade) sand
paper.
Test t the shower tray in-situ making any further
adjustments as necessary to ensure a snug t.
Note! It is normal for the tray to appear
elastic when undertaking a dry test tting.
Once you are satised, complete the installation
by following the procedure for solid or suspended
oors as appropriate.
DO NOT PROCEED IF NOT SATISFIED.
Note! If using a Panel Riser Kit and
Baseboard Accessory pack is used for a
raised installation, refer to both instuctions
supplied with the kits.
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Note! Some shower trays have a protective
lm (indicated by a label on the surface)
which must now be removed. Undertake
a nal inspection of the shower try at this
stage. DO NOT PROCEED IF NOT SATISFIED.
We recommend the use of the optional Flexi
Seal Strip (not supplied). If tting, follow the
instructions later in this guide to attach the strip
to the shower tray at this stage.
Place the shower tray Ain position on the
oor (ensuring surface is level) and mark the
perimeter and waste hole on the oor including
an area outside the perimeter for access to
connect plumbing (as dictated by the installation
location) after the shower tray has been installed.
If using a shower tray with a built in tiling
upstand, allowance must be made for recessing
the tray into adjacent walls to allow tiling down
onto the tray surface.
Cutting the Tray

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It may be necessary to turn the shower tray over
to obtain a through cut on the thicker section of
the periphery of the tray, depending on the size
of the blade being used.
Note! Do not force the rate of cutting and
only cut at the speed of the cutter to avoid
separation of the tray layers.
Test t the shower tray in-situ making any further
adjustments as necessary to ensure a snug t.
Note! It is normal for the tray to appear
elastic when undertaking a dry test tting.
Once you are satised, complete the installation
by following the procedure for solid or suspended
oors as appropriate.
DO NOT PROCEED IF NOT SATISFIED.
Note! If using a Panel Riser Kit and
Baseboard Accessory pack is used for a
raised installation, refer to both instuctions
supplied with the kits.
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3 4
3 4
Note! Some shower trays have a protective
lm (indicated by a label on the surface)
which must now be removed. Undertake
a nal inspection of the shower try at this
stage. DO NOT PROCEED IF NOT SATISFIED.
We recommend the use of the optional Flexi
Seal Strip (not supplied). If tting, follow the
instructions later in this guide to attach the strip
to the shower tray at this stage.
Use installation compound adhesive or a suitable
contact adhesive to cover the full area under
the shower tray. Apply or trowel to a thickness
suitable to allow full adhesive support of the
shower tray.
Note! Always follow the instructions supplied
with the adhesive.
Place the shower tray Ain position on the
oor (ensuring surface is level) and mark the
perimeter and waste hole on the oor including
an area outside the perimeter for access to
connect plumbing (as dictated by the installation
location) after the shower tray has been installed.
If using a shower tray with a built in tiling
upstand, allowance must be made for recessing
the tray into adjacent walls to allow tiling down
onto the tray surface.
Form a trench in the oor to hold the waste unit
and piping.
Before proceding, dry t all items in-situ to
ensure compatibility.
Install the waste unit and piping in the trench in
accordance with building regulations, protecting
any exposed threads with masking tape.
If necessary, blank off the trench using 18mm
ply with waste outlet hole, ensuring that the
plumbing connections can be made once the
shower tray is in position.
Installation– Solid Floor
Floor Level Installation for Concrete or Other Solid Floors
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Installation– Solid Floor
When the adhesive has set, remove any
excess mix and masking tape, then make
connection between the shower tray and
waste piping. The shower tray and all
connections MUST now be checked for water
tightness, ow and adequate drainage over
the entire area.
DO NOT PROCEED IF NOT SATISFIED.
After all checks and adjustments, tile and then
seal along the tiling line with silicone sealant.
Fill in the access area in front of the shower tray
Awith cement.
If tting a shower enclosure refer to the
manufacturers installation instructions.
Before tting, apply copious amounts of silicone
to the edges of the shower tray Aagainst all wall
contact points.
This is especially important on any edges of
the tray that have been cut or trimmed.
Place the shower tray Aonto the wet adhesive
ensuring that it is fully supported by the mix.
Check the level of the top rims only as the
shower tray has a built in fall for adequate
drainage.
Note! Ensure tray is fully stuck down –
weight down if necessary to ensure level and
that good contact is made with the adhesive.
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Silicone
Silicone
Remove the plywood and install the waste outlet
pipe in the cavity in accordance with building
regulations.
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1 2
Place the shower tray Ain position on the
oor (ensuring surface is level) and mark the
perimeter on the oor including an area outside
the perimeter for access to connect plumbing
(as dictated by the installation location) after the
shower tray has been installed.
If using a shower tray with a built in tiling upstand
allowance must be made for recessing the tray
into adjacent walls to allow tiling down onto the
tray surface

Fill in the access area in front of the shower tray
Awith cement.
If tting a shower enclosure refer to the
manufacturers installation instructions.
Place the shower tray Aonto the wet adhesive
ensuring that it is fully supported by the mix.
Check the level of the top rims only as the
shower tray has a built in fall for adequate
drainage.
Note! Ensure tray is fully stuck down –
weight down if necessary to ensure level and
that good contact is made with the adhesive.
5 6
7 8
Remove the plywood and install the waste outlet
pipe in the cavity in accordance with building
regulations.
Note! Some shower trays have a protective
lm (indicated by a label on the surface)
which must now be removed. Undertake
a nal inspection of the shower try at this
stage. DO NOT PROCEED IF NOT SATISFIED.
We recommend the use of the optional Flexi
Seal Strip (not supplied). If tting, follow the
instructions later in this guide to attach the strip
to the shower tray at this stage.
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1 2
Floor Level Installation for Suspended Floors
Installation– Suspended Floor
Place the shower tray Ain position on the
oor (ensuring surface is level) and mark the
perimeter on the oor including an area outside
the perimeter for access to connect plumbing
(as dictated by the installation location) after the
shower tray has been installed.
If using a shower tray with a built in tiling upstand
allowance must be made for recessing the tray
into adjacent walls to allow tiling down onto the
tray surface
The oor area (or larger) covered by the shower
tray must be removed and replaced with a single
level piece of plywood (minimum 18mm thick).
Put the plywood in position, ensuring the area
is at and level. Place the shower tray Aon the
plywood and mark the waste hole location.
Remove the shower tray then use a hole cutter
to drill a hole in the plywood large enough to
pass through the entire waste unit. Keep all
holes to the minimum.
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When the adhesive has set, remove any excess
mix and masking tape then make connection
between the shower tray and waste pipe. The
shower tray and all connections MUST now be
checked for water tightness, ow and adequate
drainage over the entire area.
DO NOT PROCEED IF NOT SATISFIED.
After all checks and adjustments, tile and then
seal along the tiling line with silicone sealant.
If tting a shower enclosure refer to the
manufacturers installation instructions.
Before tting, apply copious amounts of silicone
to the edges of the shower tray A against all wall
contact points.
This is especially important on any edges of
the tray that have been cut or trimmed.
Place the shower tray Aonto the wet adhesive
ensuring that it is fully supported by the mix.
Check the level of the top rims only as the
shower tray has a built in fall for adequate
drainage.
Note! Ensure tray is fully stuck down –
weight down if necessary to ensure level and
that good contact is made with the adhesive.
Fit the waste unit to the shower tray following the
instructions supplied with the unit and protect
exposed threads with masking tape. Before
proceeding dry t all items in-situ to ensure
compatibility and then screw the plywood level
into position.
Note! It is normal for the tray to appear
elastic when undertaking a test dry tting.
Use installation compound adhesive or a suitable
contact adhesive to cover the full area under
the shower tray. Apply or trowel to a thickness
suitable to allow full adhesive support of the
shower tray.
Note! Always follow the instructions supplied
with the adhesive.
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5 6
Installation– Suspended Floor
Silicone

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Floor Level Installation for Suspended Floors
Installation– Suspended Floor
When the adhesive has set, remove any excess
mix and masking tape then make connection
between the shower tray and waste pipe. The
shower tray and all connections MUST now be
checked for water tightness, ow and adequate
drainage over the entire area.
DO NOT PROCEED IF NOT SATISFIED.
After all checks and adjustments, tile and then
seal along the tiling line with silicone sealant.
If tting a shower enclosure refer to the
manufacturers installation instructions.
Place the shower tray Aonto the wet adhesive
ensuring that it is fully supported by the mix.
Check the level of the top rims only as the
shower tray has a built in fall for adequate
drainage.
Note! Ensure tray is fully stuck down –
weight down if necessary to ensure level and
that good contact is made with the adhesive.
Use installation compound adhesive or a suitable
contact adhesive to cover the full area under
the shower tray. Apply or trowel to a thickness
suitable to allow full adhesive support of the
shower tray.
Note! Always follow the instructions supplied
with the adhesive.
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5 6
Installation– Suspended Floor
Silicone

Tools and Materials Required (not supplied)
Scissors Small Roller Silicone Sealant
Damp Cloth
Troubleshooting
QCan I cut large areas of the tray?
AYes, providing that the outer dimension of the enclosure is maintained and that the
waste outlet area is not affected.
QWhat is a suitable contact adhesive?
AContact your local DIY retailer and request an adhesive intended for sticking ABS
(the plastic base of the shower tray) to wood/concrete as applicable.
QCan I use a Panel Riser Kit with this type of shower tray?
AYes a Panel Riser Kit suitable for the size and shape of tray can be used on this type
of shower tray. However, if the tray has been cut or is over 1000mm on any one
dimension a Baseboard Accessory Kit MUST be used in conjuction with your chosen
Panel Riser Kit.
QThe waste outlet in the shower tray is directly over an obstruction at floor level.
AConsider switching to a Panel Riser Kit or re-locating the shower tray.
QThere is water retaining on the surfaces of the tray.
ACheck that the shower tray is level (top rims) as it is normal for small amounts of
localized water to be retained.
QWater will not flow fast enough down the waste outlet.
ACheck that the waste unit is correctly installed and that outlet pipe has sufficient
angle and is not kinked or sagging causing an air blockage.
QThe enclosure will not fit on the shower tray.
ACheck that you have maintained the outer dimensions of the tray after any cutting
adjustments and that the available surface on top of the tray is compatible with the
size, shape and adjustment range of your enclosure.
QWater escapes from a fitted walk-in or frameless enclosure.
AIt is normal for spillage to occur from walk-in or frameless type enclosures,
consider fitting a threshold seal or changing to a fully framed enclosure.

Tools and Materials Required (not supplied)
Silicone
Scissors Small Roller Silicone Sealant
Damp Cloth
Flexi Seal Strip (not supplied with shower tray)
This product is intended as a flexible tiling upstand and should be fitted to the side of
the tray adjacent the walls only.

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Using a small roller or other appropriate tool roll
the seal strip so that it attaches rmly to the edge
of the tray removing any bubbles or creases,
paying particular attention to the corners.
Gradually remove the cover strip in sections and
roll on the seal so it attaches rmly and square
to the edge of the tray, making sure there are no
gaps between tray and seal strip. Trim off any
excess strip.
Install the shower tray in the correct position and
tile in front of the seal strip.
Put a protective bead of silicone or other suitable
exible sealant between the tray and the tile,
ensuring it does not come into contact with the
adhesive material on the exi seal strip.
Wipe the surfaces clean where the strip will be
attached rst with a clean damp cloth, allow to
dry and then wipe with the IPA wipe supplied in
the kit.
Determine the length of strip required to seal
around the shower tray and cut to length with
scissors. (Ensure you cut at least 20mm longer
than needed).
Peel back approximately 20cm of backing from
the adhesive strip.
Attach to the edge of the shower tray so that it
is square and the edge protrudes at least 20mm
above the edge of the tray.
Make sure the adhesive strip is positioned so
that it will not come into contact with any silicone
sealer used later.
Note! If applying to a cut or trimmed tray,
ensure that the adhesive edge follows the top
edge of the tray and any material below the
base of the tray should be removed with a
sharp knife.
Installation– Flexi Seal Strip
seal strip
tile over
seal strip
This product is intended as a flexible tiling upstand and should be fitted to the side of
the tray adjacent the walls only.

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Install the shower tray in the correct position and
tile in front of the seal strip.
Put a protective bead of silicone or other suitable
exible sealant between the tray and the tile,
ensuring it does not come into contact with the
adhesive material on the exi seal strip.
Attach to the edge of the shower tray so that it
is square and the edge protrudes at least 20mm
above the edge of the tray.
Make sure the adhesive strip is positioned so
that it will not come into contact with any silicone
sealer used later.
Note! If applying to a cut or trimmed tray,
ensure that the adhesive edge follows the top
edge of the tray and any material below the
base of the tray should be removed with a
sharp knife.

Product supplied by Plumbworld
Customer Service Line: 01386 800750

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