BATH ENCLOSURES
An Alcoa Company ®
Tel:
800-643-1514
Fax:
www.alumaxbath.com
870-234-3181
740 & 750 SERIES
DELUXE FRAMED BYPASS
BATH ENCLOSURES
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Copyright © Alumax Bath Enclosures 2000. All rights reserved.
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LIMITED WARRANTY AND REMEDY
A
LUMAX BATH ENCLOSURES warrants to its dealers, customers, and all subsequent purchasers
and users, that the products supplied by it shall be free from material defects in material
and workmanship for a period of one (1) year after shipment, provided they are installed and
maintained according to A
LUMAX BATH ENCLOSURE's recommended practices and installation
instructions. This warranty shall apply only to defects appearing within one (1) year from
the date of shipment, and provided that A
LUMAX BATH ENCLOSURES is promptly notified in
writing of such defects. The sole and exclusive remedy with respect to the above warranty
or with respect to any other claim relating to defects or any other condition or use of the
products supplied by A
LUMAX BATH ENCLOSURES, however caused, and whether such claim is
based upon warranty contract, negligence, strict liability, or any other theory, is limited to
repair or supply of such products, or repayment by A
price paid for it, at A
LUMAX BATH ENCLOSURES does not make any other representations or warranties, express or
A
LUMAX BATH ENCLOSURE's option.
LUMAX BATH ENCLOSURES of the purchase
implied, including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability and any
implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall A
LUMAX BATH
ENCLOSURES be liable for special, direct, indirect, or consequential damages, including, but
not limited to, loss or use of profits.
Dealers agree to pass on to its customers and users in writing A
LUMAX BATH ENCLOSURE's
Warranty and Remedy as set forth above.
Laws and building and safety codes governing the design and use of bath enclosures vary
widely. A
LUMAX BATH ENCLOSURES does not control the selection of product configurations,
operating hardware or glazing materials, and assumes no responsibility therefor.
INSTALLATION NOTES
Unpack your unit carefully and inspect for freight damage. Lay out and identify all parts
using the instruction sheets as a reference. Before discarding the carton, check for small
hardware bags that tend to fall to the bottom of the box. If any parts are damaged or
missing, refer to the descriptions noted in the instructions when contacting your dealer for
replacements.
Handle glazed panels carefully and protect the edges. Safety tempered glass is very
resistant to breakage, but the sharp corners of the panels can damage tile and floor
coverings.
Please wear safety glasses whenever drilling or cutting. When drilling holes in ceramic tile
or marble, use a center punch and hammer to carefully break the surface glaze so the drill
can start without skidding.
To install your A
LUMAX Bath Enclosure you will need the following: tape measure, level, #2
Phillips screwdriver, flat screwdriver, drill, 1/8", 7/64" and 3/16" drill bits, hacksaw, pencil,
and caulking (clear silicone recommended). Optional tools include a miter box for cutting
parts to length, files, center punch and masking tape.
NOTE: Before beginning installation, check the tub rim for level and both walls for plumb.
If either are off more than 1/4" to 3/8", you may want to contact your dealer for tapered fillers
which can be used to level the tub track or plumb the wall jambs.
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M. 2 Towel Bars
N. 4 Towel Bar End Caps
P. 8 Plastic Washers
R. 4 Plastic Bushings
S. 4 Metal Washers
T. 3 Clear Bottom Guides
U. 3 #6 x 3/8" Pan Head Screws
V. 1 Vinyl Silencer
740D/750D PARTS LIST
A. 2 Wall Jambs
B. 1 Tub Track
C. 6 Plastic Wall Anchors
D. 6 #8 x 1 1/2" Truss Head Screws
E. 4 Clear Jamb Bumpers
F. 2 Nylon T-locks
G. 2 Nylon Jamb Covers
H. 1 Header
J. 2 Glazed Panels
K. 4 HD Roller Bearings
L. 4 #8-32 x 3/8" Hex Head Screws
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The 740 Deluxe Framed Bypass Bath
Enclosure is supplied with reversible pocketed
wall jambs [A]. The jambs are notched on both
ends to fit over the tub track [B]. It is important
to determine the proper orientation of the unit
before marking and drilling the walls for the wall
jamb attachment screws. For maximum
waterproofing, position the interior panel closest
to the shower head, as shown in the illustration.
2
Measure the wall-to-wall opening along the center
of the bath sill. Cut the tub track [B] 1/16" short of this
dimension. An inexpensive miter box (available at your
local hardware store) will help you get clean square cuts.
If the vinyl silencer (V) is separate from the tub track (B)
slide the silencer into the slot in the tub track.
Position the tub track in the center of the tub rim with the
tall leg to the exterior. It may be necessary to file a radius
on the ends of the tub track and wall jambs to match the
corners of the enclosure.
WALL
JAMB
SILENCER
Press both wall jambs [A] into position over the tub track.
Masking tape can be used to hold the parts in place
temporarily.
3
Use a level to plumb both wall jambs [A],
then mark the pre-drilled hole locations on the
wall. Lightly mark along both sides of the tub
track [B] with a pencil, then remove all parts.
For tile or marble walls, drill six 3/16" diameter
holes and insert the plastic wall anchors [C].
Attachments to fiberglass or acrylic units can be
made in two ways. If a reinforcement is built into
the wall of unit, drill six 1/8" holes to install
mounting screws directly into the reinforcement.
If walls are not reinforced, drill six 3/16" holes and
install plastic wall anchors or toggle bolts (toggle
bolts not supplied by A
CAUTION: The track should never be screwed to
the tub. This will damage the tub and cause
leakage.
LUMAX).
TUB
TRACK
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Before replacing the tub track [B], force a slight
downward bow in the extrusion. This will ensure the track
fits tight to the sill. Run a bead of caulk on both flat
surfaces on the bottom of the tub track. Then replace the
track on the bath sill in the exact position marked in Step
#3 and with the tall leg to the exterior of the bath. Seat the
tub track firmly.
NOTE: Improper caulking will result in leaks.
5
Replace one wall jamb [A] and attach it to the
wall with three #8 x 1 1/2" truss head screws [D].
Check the jamb for plumb and tighten the screws.
Repeat for the other wall jamb.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the jamb screws.
Peel the backing from the four clear vinyl jamb
bumpers [E] and attach them in the pockets of the
wall jambs. Place the bumpers approximately 1"
below the upper screw and 1" above the lower
screw.
6
This bath enclosure is equipped with molded
nylon T-locks [F] for safety. When properly
installed, the header [H] is locked to the wall
jambs [A] and cannot be accidentally dislodged.
Measure the wall-to-wall opening at the top of the
wall jambs and cut the header 1/16" short of this
dimension. Check the header for fit.
Slide the two T-locks into each end of the header as
shown. Set the header down onto the wall jambs
with the T-locks fitting into the space behind the
wall jamb. Remove the top wall jamb screws [D].
Pull the header and T-locks downward until the
top wall jamb screws can be reinstalled and
tightened.
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NOTE: Obscure glass doors should be
installed with the rough surface of the glass to the
exterior of the unit. Deco or etched glass doors
should be installed with the patterned surface to
the inside.
On doors with obscure, deco or etched glass, there
is an interior and exterior glazed door panel [J] as
determined by the position of the top bearing fin.
Door panels with clear glass are interchangeable.
Attach the four heavy-duty roller bearings [K] to
the door panels as shown, using #8-32 x 3/8" hex
head screws [L] centered in the outside slots in the
top bearing fins.
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Lift the interior door panel [J] (rough surface
away from the fin) into position with the roller
bearings [K] engaging the roller slot in the header
[H]. If the door panel is not parallel to the wall
jambs, remove and adjust the roller bearings up or
down to compensate.
Repeat for the exterior door panel (rough surface
closest to fin).
9
Place a nylon bushing [R] over the threaded shank
of the towel bar end cap. Slip a plastic washer [P] over the
bushing. Insert the threaded portion of the end cap [N] and
the bushing into one of the holes in the interior glass panel.
Place a second plastic washer then a metal washer [S]
over the threaded shank on the opposite side of the glass.
Screw the end cap into one end of the towel bar. Repeat
these steps for the other end of the towel bar and tighten
the end caps taking care not to damage the finish.
Repeat for the exterior panel.
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the middle of the tub track [B] with the door
panels in the position shown. With a 7/64" bit,
drill a hole into the V-groove through the mounting
hole in the guide. Attach the center panel guide
with a #6 x 3/8" pan head screw [U] thru the drilled
hole.
OPTION: Included in your hardware kit are two
extra panel guides and screws that can be used in
the center of each opening if desired.
Locate one of the clear panel guides [T] in
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tape on the molded jamb covers [G]. Attach the jamb
covers to the upper end of the wall jambs [A] as shown to
cover the tooling notches.
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where it meets the wall jambs [A] and along the
interior edge of the wall jambs as shown. Run a
bead of caulking along the interior edge of the tub
track.
NOTE: The caulking should be allowed to cure for
twenty-four hours before using your new bath
enclosure.
Peel the protective backing from the self-stick
Neatly caulk each end of the tub track [B]
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The Care and Cleaning of your new ALUMAX Bath Enclosure. The simplest
and preferred method of cleaning your unit is by washing it with clean water and
drying with a soft cloth. If soil is still present after drying, a non-abrasive cleanser
with a pH of seven to eight may be used. Comet Bathroom Cleaner® has been
tested and is recommended by the Bath Enclosure Manufacturers Association
(BEMA). Do not use scouring pads, sharp instruments, or acid-based cleansers to
clean the unit.
Thank you for choosing an A
LUMAX Bath Enclosure. Please take a moment
to complete and return the enclosed Customer Response Card. The information
you provide helps us improve the quality of our products and provide better service
to you, our customer.
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