TRANSOLID FL4832L Series User manual

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Questions, problems, missing parts? Call our customer service department at 1-877-632-6322,
8 a.m. - 5 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday
48” X 32” MODEL # FL4832L-XX
48” X 32” MODEL # FL4832R-XX
48” X 36” MODEL # FL4836L-XX
48” X 36” MODEL # FL4836R-XX
60” X 30” MODEL # FL6030L-XX
60” X 30” MODEL # FL6030R-XX
60” X 32” MODEL # FL6032L-XX
60” X 32” MODEL # FL6032R-XX
60” X 34” MODEL # FL6034L-XX
60” X 34” MODEL # FL6034R-XX
60” X 36” MODEL # FL6036L-XX
60” X 36” MODEL # FL6036R-XX
LINEAR DRAIN
SHOWER BASES
ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
SHOWER FLOOR & DRAIN OPENING - CONSTRUCTION DIMENSIONS
Nominal Sz. Dim. A Dim. B Dim. C Dim. D Dim. E
FL4832L 48” x 32” 48” 32” 4.375” 43.625” 15”
FL4832R 48” x 32” 48” 32” 4.375” 43.625” 15”
FL4836L 48” x 36” 48” 36” 4.375” 43.625” 17”
FL4836R 48” x 36” 48” 36” 4.375” 43.625” 17”
FL6030L 60” x 30” 60” 30” 4.375” 55.625” 14”
FL6030R 60” x 30” 60” 30” 4.375” 55.625” 14”
FL6032L 60” x 32” 60” 32” 4.375” 55.625” 15”
FL6032R 60” x 32” 60” 32” 4.375” 55.625” 15”
FL6034L 60” x 34” 60” 34” 4.375” 55.625” 16”
FL6034R 60” x 34” 60” 34” 4.375” 55.625” 16”
FL6036L 60” x 36” 60” 36” 4.375” 55.625” 17”
FL6036R 60” x 36” 60” 36” 4.375” 55.625” 17”
We can not anticipate every possible installation situation or condition. The variety of installations possible for this
shower oor may require procedures other than those shown. Plan ahead to ensure that stud wall framework
construction is correctly sized, plumb, and square.
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Shower Base 1
B Shower Drain Cover 1
* Make sure the drain hole in
the suboor or slab is large
enough (6” diameter recom
mended) and aligns with
the hole in the shower oor.
AB
A
B
C D
E
A
B
CD
E
LEFT HAND DRAIN RIGHT HAND DRAIN

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PREPARATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual and the appropriate wall panel installation manual
before attempting to install the product.
Estimated Installation Time: 60 minutes
Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Level, Shims, Drain Fitting, Silicone/ Plumber’s Putty,
Wrench, 5 Gallon Empty Bucket, Thin Set Mortar & Water, 1/4” - 1/2” Grooved Trowel.
The stud preparation is critical for the installation of the shower base. It is essential the stud pocket
be constructed square and plumb according to the roughing in information provided.
1. Please inspect the shower base for breakage and report any damage to the store of purchase.
Allow the shower base to acclimate to room temperature before installing.
2.Cleanandscrapetheooroftheshowerbasealcove.Thisspacemustbefreeofanydebrisin
order to get a proper adhesion with the thinset mortar.
3.Measurethesizeofthealcovetoinsurethatthebaseandpanelstproperly.
4.Trialtthebaseinthealcoveandmakesurethatthedrainlocationlinesupproperlywiththe
 showerbase.Placingalevelonthebase,checkthatthebasesitslevelontheoor.Ifneeded,
use shims to level the base in the alcove. Note the shim locations before removing the base.
Lean the base back or remove from the alcove.
Use care when opening the box so you do not damage the shower base.
• DO NOT proceed if any doubt arises about the correct or safe method of performing anything found
in this manual. If necessary, hire or consult a trained professional for expert assistance before
continuing.
CAUTION
WARNING
1. INSTALLING THE PAN
Installthedrainttingintotheshowerpan.
Follow the installation instructions that came with
the drain. Plumber’s putty or silicone are accept
able to use with the drain.
 Mixandapplythin-setmortartotheoor,usingthe
notched trowel. Spread the mixture to achieve a
 depthnecessarytollthevoidsintheoorand
enable the pan to sit level. A 50 lb. bag of thin-set
should provide at least 45-50 square feet of cover
age. All supporting points should have contact with
the thinset mortar.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Simply wipe the surface with a damp towel to remove watermarks and residues. For basic stains,
clean with mild detergent or general purpose cleaner. For cleaning corners and seams, spray with
mildew cleaner.
WARRANTY
The manufacturer provides a LIMITED FIVE (5) YEAR WARRANTY for its Transtone®to be free of
manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. If this product is found to be defective in materi-
als or workmanship, after inspection by an authorized representative, we will repair, or at our option,
exchangetheproductforasimilarmodel.Thiswarrantyisvalidforaperiodofve(5)years,solong
as it remains in use in its original place of installation.
This warranty covers only products installed in accordance with the installation instructions, used as
recommended and not damaged due to misuse, abuse or improper installation. It does not apply to
changes made to the product by professional contractors or installers.
The warranty applies only to the original purchaser and installation of these products in residential
applications. It does not apply to commercial applications.
The manufacturer’s option to repair or exchange the products under this warranty does NOT cover
any labor or other costs of removal or installations, nor shall the manufacturer be responsible for any
other incidental or consequential damages attributable to a product defect or to the repair or
exchange of a defective product.
2. After applying the thin-set, replace the shims
(if necessary) in the proper location and set the
pan into place. Make sure the pan is resting level
on the thin-set and shims and centered in opening.
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3. Clean the area at the threshold of any excess
thinset. Allow the thin-set and shower pan to cure
for 24 hours before working in the pan area. Be
 suretoprotectthepanoorafterinstallation,using
card board sheeting or a like material, until the
 completeprojectisnished
4. Beforeproceedingtoinstallthewallsystem,ood
test the shower pan for proper drainage.