THE SHOWER LAB View 45 User manual

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VIEW 45 Illustration - View 45
H8 Finger Pull Handle
Left Hand

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IMPORTANT
•This shower screen / enclosure must be installed by suitably qualified individuals. We
recommend a minimum of two people for safe assembly of certain sections of this screen.
•Ensure all appropriate safety equipment, especially protective footwear, safety glasses
and gloves are used.
•When drilling holes in ceramic tiles, use masking tape to prevent the drill from slipping:
DO NOT use hammer action as this will crack the tiles. Use a high quality drill bit to ensure
a clean, precise hole.
Tighten hinges and brackets to the recommended 15.6N.
•
•
Please leave these instructions with the customer following installation.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
•Before disposing of the packaging and prior to commencing assembly, please check all
the components to ensure that they have been supplied correctly and are undamaged.
Subsequent claims for missing or damaged pieces will not be accepted once the
packaging has been disposed of and installation commenced.
•In the event of any queries please contact your supplier quoting the relevant model
information.
•The Tray / Tiled floor on which this screen is to be installed must be level on all sides.
•It may be necessary to use alternate fixings to those supplied, depending on the properties
of the walls to be fixed to.
•Use the protective corners supplied at all times until the glass is moved to its final position.
•Ensure that the glass is installed correctly, taking care to avoid installing the glass upside
down. On certain panels an easy clean coating is applied to one side only, this is clearly
marked with a sticker on the non-coated side. The coated surface is to be fitted inwards
towards the inside (wet side) of the screen.
•Ensure that all surfaces to be sealed are clean and dry prior to applying the silicone
sealant. Use a high grade fungal resistant sealant.
•Allow a minimum of 24 hours after application of the silicone sealant prior to using the
screen.
TOOLS & MATERIALS REQUIRED
Junior Hacksaw
Straight Edge (Steel
Rule)
Fine Tooth File
Set or Roofing
Square
Masking Tape
Modelling Knife
Spirit Level
Pencil
Silicone Gun
Power Drill
Ø6mm Masonry Drill Bit
2x Suction Glass Lifters
High Quality Silicone Sealant
Tape Measure
Pozi-drive
Screwdrivers, PZ1&2
Safety Glasses and
Gloves
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
(please ensure that these instructions are left with the installed unit)
•We recommend routine cleaning of your screen / enclosure with hot water using a soft
cloth, then drying with a dry soft cloth or chamois leather.
Ritec Aftercare for Shower Glass is recomended for best results.
•All glass has been treated with EASY CLEAN glass finish and care must be taken to avoid
any abrasive cleaning products that may damage the special surface protection.
•DO NOT use acidic based de-scaler products or products containing bleaches or solvents.
Digital Torque Wrench

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Supplied Parts
Inline xed panel
x1
Door
x1
Nylon Block
x1
Glass Support
x2
Return panel
x1
Finger Pull Handle
H8 - Circle
H9 - Oval
x1
Glass to Glass Hinge
x2
Wall Prole End Cap
x2

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Supplied Parts
Underframe Wedge Gasket
x4
Underframe
x2
Underframe Gasket
x2
Wall Prole
x2
Wall Prole Soft Seal
x2
Wall Prole Rigid Seal
x2
Underframe Top
x1
Return Panel to Door Bubble Seal
x1
Glass to Glass Seal
x1

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Supplied Parts
Bottom Door Seal
x1
Spacers
Underframe 90°Connector
x1
Packers

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Supplied Parts
Please use this page to nd which stay bar your enclosure has been supplied with.
SB7 - With Glass Clamp
and T Connector
SB1 - With Glass Clamp

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These instructions are for the View 45. An SB7 Stay Bar is used for this illustration.
The following instructions are valid for both the 20mm and 30mm proles. The 30mm prole is
used in the following instructions.
Please use the below diagram to reference the list of parts.
A
B
I
C
H
D
F
E
G
Return Panel
Door Panel
Fixed Inline Prole
Wall Prole End Cap
Wall Prole Rigid Seal
Wall Prole Soft Seal
Underframe Wedge Gasket
Underframe
JUnderframe Gasket
Wall Prole
N
M
K
L
Bottom Door Seal
Underframe Top
Underframe 90°Connector
Glass to Glass Hinge
OGlass to Glass Return Seal
PGlass to Glass Bubble Seal
QStay Bar (SB7 Shown)
C
D
J
I
K
M
Q
N
H
L
P
O
A
E
B
F
G

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ADJUSTMENT SHEET
STANDARD ENCLOSURES
Please Note
Only Standard Enclosures are shown above. If you have a Bespoke Enclosure, reference the delivery
note for the panel specificaons of the Enclosure.
BESPOKE ENCLOSURES
LH RH

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Posion the Underframe parallel to
tray edge. If using a raised shower tray,
leave a minimum 3mm gap from the
edge of the tray (5mm is
recommended).
Use tape to mark this dimension.
Repeat for the Return Underframe
Profile.
Measure the distance from the tape
edge to the ling and take note of this
distance.
Repeat for the Return Underframe.
F = R =
Check the dimensions are within the
allowed adjustments by referencing the
aached adjustment sheet.
Subtract 22mm from the Front and
Return Underframe dimension. This is
the profile width. Mark this
measurement on the Underframe.
Cut squarely using a chop saw.
Use a fine toothed file to remove any
burrs, be careful not to damage the
surface finish.
3mm minimum
Shower Tray
x - 22mm
F
R
01 02
03 04

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Connect the Underframe Profiles
together using the Underframe 90°
Connector and supplied screws.
Remove the backing strips from the self
adhesive and fix firmly to the tray.
Place the Underframe Gaskets where
the glass will sit into the Underframe
and bu up against the wall.
Place the Wall Profiles over the
Underframe and up against the wall.
Ensure the Wall Profiles are vercal by
using a spirit level. Mark the posions
of the pre-drilled holes.
05 06
07 08

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Remove the Wall Profiles and drill holes
on each wall with a 6mm high quality
drill bit for a clean and precise hole.
Fully insert the wall plugs.
Pre drill the screws in to the Wall
Profiles to create the thread to ease
later steps.
Remove screws aer drilling.
Fix the Wall Profiles in place.
Take the Wall Profile So Seal and push
the seal into place on each Wall Profile
to cover the screws.
Ensure the fin is on the inside (wet
side).
Use the Nylon Block to help.
Using purpose built "Glass Liers",
posion and sit the Return Glass Panel
on to the Underframe Gasket and push
against the Wall Profile.
Note the orientaon and posion of
the Panel, this can be determined by
any holes or aached labels.
Wet Side
Professional Tip
If drilling ceramic tiles, place
masking tape on the tiles before
marking and drill through the
tape to prevent the drill bit from
skidding.
DO NOT use Hammer Action as
this will break the tiles.
09 10
11 12

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Remove and replace the Panel adding
or subtracng spacers as necessary to
level the Panel (to a maximum height
of 5mm inside the Underframe).
Check the Panel is level using a Spirit
Level.
Align the Return Panel so there is a
4mm gap between the Panel and the
front face of the Front Underframe.
Using purpose built “Glass Liers”,
carefully place the Inline Panel on to
the Underframe Gasket and push
against the Wall Profile.
Note the orientaon and posion of
the Panel, this can be determined by
any holes or aached labels.
Remove and replace the Panel adding
or subtracng spacers as necessary to
level the Panel (to a maximum height
of 5mm inside the Underframe).
Check the Panel is level using a Spirit
Level.
If the difference between the two
Panels is greater than 5mm, it may be
necessary to lower the Return Panel.
13 14
15 16
4mm

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If the Wall Profiles are flush with the
Glass Panels, move on to step 20.
If the Wall Profiles are not flush with
the top of the Glass Panels, mark the
Wall Profile. Using a straight edge,
mark where the wall channel needs to
be trimmed.
To protect the channel finish, it is
recommended to mark on masking
tape.
Remove the Panels, Wall Profile So
Seals, and the Wall Profiles.
Trim the Wall Profile.
Use a fine file to remove any burrs. Be
careful not to damage the channel
finish.
Re drill the screws in to the Wall Profile
and remove aer drilling.
Reinstall the Wall Profiles, Wall Profile
So Seals, and Glass Panels.
Measure the width of the Door. Add
12mm to this dimension. This is your
door gap. Adjust the Inline Panel to
achieve the door gap.
To centre the panel, add 1mm Packers
on both sides of Inline Panel in the
Underframe.
WARNING
The glass is heavy and may
damage the oor or underframe if
handled incorrectly. It is advisable
to use a suitable non-slip
protective mat or piece of carpet.
Never rest the glass across the
underframe as this may cause
damage.
x
17 18
19 20

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Measure and check the distance from
the Inline Panel to the Return Panel at
the boom and at the top are equal.
Ensure there is adequate glass in both
the Wall Profiles. (6mm is
recommended)
Apply the Rigid Seals to the dry side of
the Wall Profiles starng from the
archway of the Wall Profile up to the
top.
Gently tap the Wall Profile Rigid Seal
into place using a rubber mallet with
the Nylon Block to protect the Glass
and the Wall Profile.
=
=
Flush
6mm min
Wall ProleGlass Panel
Rigid Seal
Glass Panel
21 22
23 24

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Remove Inline Packers and feed the
Underframe Wedge Gasket into the
archway gap of the Front Inline Panel
and trace along the Glass on both
sides.
Spray water on Glass Panel and use
Nylon Block to help feed Gasket.
Mark the Wedge Gaskets at the edge of
the Inline Panel.
Remove both Wedge Gaskets and trim.
Reinstall Wedge Gaskets aer
trimming.
Trim both of the Wall Profile seals at
the top face of each Wall Profile using a
blade.
Check which Stay Bar configuraon
your screen has been supplied with and
refer to the relevant instrucons below.
(You can find this out at the front of
these instrucons).
Config A - SB1 Page 08
Config B - SB7 Page 11
25 26
27 28

X
X - 6.5mm
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Measure the distance from the inside
face (wet side) of the Return Panel to
the wall opposite. Ensure this
measurement is truly horizontal.
Subtract 6.5mm to get your final
dimension.
Mark the final dimension on the Stay
Bar Tube, wrapped with some masking
tape. Carefully use a chop saw and fine
file to cut and finish the edge.
STAY BAR CONFIGURATION A - SB1
A1 A2

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With masking tape applied, place the
supplied Stay Bar Jig firmly at the
trimmed end of the Stay Bar and mark
the 2 holes with a pen.
Drill holes using a 5mm drill bit.
Assemble the Glass Clamp to the Stay
Bar as shown.
Secure the Glass Clamp over the panel
making sure the glass is fully inserted
into the groove.
Ensure the Stay Bar is square and level.
Mark the end locaon on the wall.
Remove the Stay Bar.
STAY BAR CONFIGURATION A - SB1
Drill 1 side only
A3 A4
A5 A6

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Fix Glass Clamp over the Glass and
aach the Stay Bar to the Wall
Connector with screws provided.
10/17
Posion the Stay Bar Connector central
to the marking. Mark the holes for
drilling. Use masking tape on the les
to help.
Using a 5mm high quality drill bit for a
clean and precise hole, drill the marked
areas, fully insert the wall plugs and fix
the Connector to the wall.
Professional Tip
If drilling ceramic tiles, place
masking tape on the tiles before
marking and drill through the
tape to prevent the drill bit from
skidding.
DO NOT use Hammer Action as
this will break the tiles.
STAY BAR CONFIGURATION A - SB1
A7 A8
A9

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Follow steps A1-A4.
Secure the T Connector to the Inline
Panel as shown.
Secure the Stay Bar to the Return
Panel, ensuring the Glass is fully
inserted into the Clamp.
STAY BAR CONFIGURATION B - SB7
B1 B2

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Ensure the Stay Bar is square and level.
Mark the end locaon on the wall.
Remove the Stay Bar.
Posion the Stay Bar Connector central
to the marking. Mark the holes for
drilling. Use masking tape on the les
to help.
Professional Tip
If drilling ceramic tiles, place
masking tape on the tiles before
marking and drill through the
tape to prevent the drill bit from
skidding.
DO NOT use Hammer Action as
this will break the tiles.
STAY BAR CONFIGURATION B - SB7
Using a 5mm high quality drill bit for a
clean and precise hole, drill the marked
areas, fully insert the wall plugs and fix
the Connector to the wall.
Fix Glass Clamp over the Glass and
aach the Stay Bar to the Wall
Connector with screws provided.
B3 B4
B5 B6