Thermasol SEAT-C-GR User manual

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ank you for purchasing the ermaSol™ Corner Seat. We
are condent that you will nd the unique design and durable
construction of this product to be of great assistance in your daily
routine.
To fully enjoy your ermaSol™ Corner Seat, please take a few
moments to read these instructions. You should store these
instructions in a safe place for future reference.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
CAUTION: It is your responsibility to see that your ermaSol™
CornerSeatisproperlyassembled,installed,andcaredfor. Failureto
followinstructionsinthismanualcouldresultinseriousinjury.Some
surfaces can be slippery when wet - use this product with caution.
THERMASOL™ CORNER SEAT INSTALLATION /
MAINTENANCE
e ermaSol™ Corner Seat should only be installed in areas
where the mounting surface is structurally sound. Strengthening
modications may be required (see page 3 for details). ermaSol™
Corner Seat should not be installed in berglass / acrylic shower
enclosures with insucient stiness and strength. Should not be
installed into metal studs. If you are not equipped to undertake
the outlined work we recommend that you have your ermaSol™
Corner Seat installed by a qualied contractor. Seat should only
be used for sitting upon - not to be used for other purposes. Do
not install seat in locations where seated user and seat are close
to direct steam or hot water emissions. Suggested maximum
user weight 500lbs/227kg, however this rating is conditional
upon suitable fasteners and supporting surface. One person
maximum capacity. WOOD CONTACT SENSITIVITY - some
people may experience a skin rash or other reaction due to
contact with certain types of wood. If unsure, test rst.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE - Clean seat with water, and then
wipe dry using a so cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaning products.
WARRANTY
is shower seat is covered by a one year limited warranty with
the exception of hand grips which are subject to normal wear.
Buyer hereby indemnies, agrees to hold harmless and defend the
manufacturer/ distributor of the ermaSol™ shower seat from and
against any and all liabilities, claims, (founded and unfounded),
losses, damages, costs and expenses (including without limitation
consequential damages and reasonable professional fees)
resulting from buyers specication, application, or improper
use of goods described hereon; buyers omission or neglect.
e manufacturer/ distributor of the ermaSol™ shower
seat does not assume any liability for damage
resulting from services performed by others or faulty
installation, misuse or misapplication of goods.
e manufacturer/ distributor of the ermaSol™ shower seat
shall not be liable for prospective prots or special, indirect, or
consequential damages, or for the cost of any corrective work
done without prior approval. Manufacturer/ distributor of the
ermaSol™ shower seat total liability hereunder shall in no
event exceed the purchase price of the goods specied hereon.
WOOD PANEL WARNING
In order to retain the natural beauty of the Bamboo, each slat is nished
with an extremely durable 2-part oil
nish that does not contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or
other harmful chemicals.
A light brown or red discoloration may be noticed in water exposed to
the wood, and is due to an excess of pigments (natural oils) in the wood
reacting with minerals present in certain types of water (well water,
hard water, etc.). is discoloration is a natural reaction oen referred
to as leaching and should fade over time. e applied oil nish also
reduces the eects of leaching. If unsure, test wood in local water prior
to installation.
TIPS FOR DRILLING INTO TILE
• Use carbide tipped masonary drill on ceramic, or consider
a diamond tip drill for porcelain tile.
• If possible, drill a smaller pilot hole rst.
• Be careful to prevent the drill from moving when you rst start it
rotating - use duct tape or a wood guide on the surface of the tile
to hold the drill from walking sideways.
• A variable speed drill on slow is best to start the hole. Do not
apply too much pressure when drilling. Do not use a hammer drill.
• e screws listed as #10 typically use a hole diameter of 1/8”
(3mm) into the support structure (wood studs, blocking, etc.).
e clearance hole through tile, etc. would be a minimum of
13/64” (5mm).
MOUNTING LOCATION
We strongly recommend that you give some thought as to the
optimal location of your ermaSol™ Corner Seat before
installation. e following suggestions are oered for your
consideration, however, it is recommended to consider advice
from the appropriate healthcare professional for locating the
support product. Also, consider the following when determining
the optimal mounting location:
1. Move mounting location to match structure behind the wall.
2. Avoid electrical / plumbing behind the wall.
3. Where possible, drill through tile - not through grout.
e ermaSol™ Corner Seat is to be mounted on surfaces
perpendicular to each other (i.e. in a corner). If the holes on the
bracket do not align with the wood studs, we recommend
strengthening modications to be done (see Page 3 for
recommendations). When determining the seat height,
consider the height of the user and their capabilities
(NOTE: ADA guideline species seat height of 17-19” above the
nished oor).
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Level • Personal Protective Eyewear
• Hammer • Carbide tip drill suitable for tile
• Stud Finder • Protective blanket
• Center Punch • No2 Phillips screwdriver
ermaSol™ Bamboo Corner Seat
Installation Instructions: SEAT-C-GR

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Place a blanket down in the area that you will be installing
the ermaSol™ Corner Seat to protect the shower or bathtub
surfaces from parts that may fall during installation.
1. Determine height of seat (refer to “Mounting Location”
on page 1). e centerline for the mounting bracket holes should
be 1-7/8” lower than the seat height as shown in Figure 1a.
For example:
Top of Seat Height (19”) - 1-7/8” = 17-1/8” (centerline)
2. With a level and a pencil, and working out from the corner,
draw a centerline that will enable proper positioning of the
mounting brackets as shown in Figure 1b.
3. Untighten the screws to remove the metal trim as shown in
Figure 2. is will allow better access to the mounting holes of
the wall brackets. CAUTION: e metal trim is held to a curved
prole by the screws, and it may spring out once the screws are
removed.
4. e wall brackets are designed to be outwardly adjustable
as shown in Figure 3. is accomodates for walls that are
not exactly 90 degrees square. To adjust, shi wall brackets
accordingly and ensure both make full contact with walls.
Fasteners holding wall bracket to wood panels may have to be
loosened to permit shiing.
5. Position bracket holes over the centerline and mark
location as shown in Figure 4.
NOTE: e corner seat may be too heavy to hold up and
accurately mark o holes. Consider the following options:
- Mark only one hole on each wall accurately, and use the
dimensions from the wall brackets as a template.
- Have one person hold the seat while another marks o
the hole locations
- Rest the seat on a support
6. Aer marking the hole locations, conrm by holding
the corner seat in place with a level ontop as shown in Figure 4.
7. Notch the tile accurately with a center punch. NOTE:
A light tap is all that is required for punch to make notch.
8. Drill pilot hole for appropriate fastener. Clear away debris from
hole that could interfere with the seat sitting ush with the wall.
NOTE: To improve waterproong performance of wall bracket
rubber washers, apply silicone prior to installation.
9. Secure wall brackets using supplied fasteners and lock washers
as shown in Figure 5.
NOTE: Perform a nal tighten and inspection of all
fasteners. Test the installation by pushing down / sitting
on the seat.
10. Reinstall the curved metal trim onto the bottom of
the seat.
Your corner seat is now installed.

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TIPS FOR LOCATING A WOOD STUD
• For drywall surfaces, use a stud sensor to locate a stud.
• For tile surfaces, try a stud sensor to locate a stud. If no stud is
found, measure 16” from a perpendicular wall. Drill a small hole
in the grout to ensure the stud has been found. If there is no stud
at this location, bend a piece of wire in a “L” shape and insert it
through the hole. Spin the wire to determine exactly where the
stud is located and mark its location. Patch all holes with silicone
to keep moisture out of the wall.
• If there is access to the backside of the bathroom wall (i.e.
through a closet), measure the stud location and transfer the
measurements into the bath area.
STRUCTURAL REINFORCEMENT SUGGESTIONS
NOTE: Due to variances in local construction methods and
materials used, details given below are suggestions only. Consult
the appropriate local contractor for specic advice. For concrete
walls, you may be able to install fasteners (such as a wedge
anchor) directly into the concrete wall without modication.
If there is access to the backside of the bathroom wall (i.e.
through a closet) and structural reinforcement is required,
consider cutting a hole in this backside wall to allow access
to the bathroom wall from behind (without having to remove
/ replace ceramic tiles).
1. Choose optimal mounting height (H) of corner seat wall
brackets as shown in Figure 1. Mark the height on the wall
for future reference.
2. NOTE: If accessing the bathroom wall from the backside,
transfer the measurements for the corner seat location to the
backside wall as shown in Figure 2.
3. Find wall support studs & cut hole in wall board to expose half
width of each stud to facilitate re-installation of wall board patch.
Suggested hole size is height (A) of 18-24” (48-61cm) and width
(B) corresponding to wall stud spacing as shown in Figure 2.
IMPORTANT: Avoid any utilities located in wall!
4. Fabricate a support frame structure from suitable wood pieces
as shown in Figure 3. Support frame width (D) should t snugly
within wall studs. Support frame height (E) should be from 24-
32” (61-81cm) high or more, depending on material and stiness
of wall studs. Locate 2x6” cross member (F) to position in center
of mounting holes when the corner seat is located at the height
(H). Hold the corner seat against the support frame to conrm
the cross member is in the correct location. Use a generous
quantity of wood screws and glue to hold the support frame
structure together as shown. See alternative to support frame as
shown in Figure 3.
5. Insert support frame structure through hole in wall and secure
uprights to wall studs using a generous amount of wood screws.
6. Complete the ermaSol™ Corner Seat installation instructions
on Page 2. en, patch the wall cutout (if backside access to
bathroom, consider making an access panel for future servicing)
to match the surrounding wall.

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