DreamLine DLN3499 Installation & Assembly

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AQUA FOLD

SHOWER / TUB DOOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Left hand installation shown

Model#
SHDR-3636580-01

Model#
SHDR-3634720-01

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Preparation

1. Prior to installation, examine all boxes and packages for shipping damage and compare the

piece count with your packing slip. After opening all boxes and packages read this
introduction carefully. Check that all of the needed parts are included in the package by
checking off the components on the “Detailed Diagram of Shower Door Components”. If the
unit has been damaged, has a finishing defect, or has missing parts, please contact our
customer support department within 3 business days of the delivery date. Please note that

DreamLine® will not replace any damaged products or missing parts free of charge after
3 business days or if the product has been installed. Feel free to contact DreamLine® if you

have any questions, and please provide an order number, job name or other proof of purchase
to help us identify your original order.

2. If this unit is going to be installed in a new construction, please, install all of the required

plumbing and drainage before installing the shower. Use a competent and licensed (if
required by local code) plumber for all plumbing installation.

3. Please note that you should consult your local building codes with questions about

installation compliance standards. Building and plumbing codes may vary by location,
and DreamLine® is not responsible for code compliance standards for your project and
will not accept any returns.

4. Please make sure that prior to beginning the installation, the surfaces are leveled and solid and

will be able to support the total weight of the unit. Also make sure the walls are at right angles.
Irregular installation surface level, radius corners or improper angle of side walls will result in
serious problems for your installation. Please, note that some adjustments and drilling may be
necessary during the installation process.

5. Please protect all primary surfaces of the product during installation. Never set your glass

down directly onto a tile floor. Leave corner protectors in place until necessary to remove them.
Always use a piece of wood or cardboard to protect the bottom edge and corners of the glass
prior to and during installation.

6. This unit must be installed upon a finished threshold and against finished walls.

7. This model has 3/8” of adjustment for out-of-plumb wall conditions within the wall

profile.

8. This model requires a minimum 1” of flat threshold space for installation.

NOTE: This door is reversible for right or left-hand door installation. The left-hand

door installation is shown as an example throughout this manual. For the right -hand
door installation, simply begin on the opposite wall and reverse the orientation of
the steps shown.

The tub height model is shown as an example throughout the manual. Follow the same
sequence of steps for the Shower height installation.

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Tools Required

Waterproof

Tape
Measure Pencil

Screwdriver

Phillips

(Ø=5/16")

Drill bit

Level

Gun

Caulk

Drill

Electric

Hammer

Knife

(Ø=1/8")

Drill bit

Silicone

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Detailed Diagrams of Shower Door Components

Packing List

01

Wall profile

1pc

08

Decorative covers and washers

3sets

02

Glass door 1 (assembled)

1pc

09

Threshold connector (left/right)

1set

03

Glass door 2

1pc

10

Aluminum threshold

1pc

04

Hinge (with allen wrench)

2pcs

11

Bottom anti-water strip

1pc

05

Wall anchor

4pcs

12

Side anti-water strip

1pc

06

Big head screw ST4.2×40

4pcs

13

Threshold end cover (left/right)

1set

07

Round head screw ST4.2×16

3pcs

14

Handle Knob

1set

NOTE: Unpack your unit carefully and inspect it. Identify all parts using the detailed diagram and
packing list in this manual as a reference. Before discarding the carton, check for small hardware
bags that may have fallen to the bottom of the box. If any parts are damaged or missing, please
contact DreamLine® for replacement. The shipping boxes may contain extra parts not used in your
model configuration.
NOTE: Retain these installation instructions for future reference.

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Shower Door Installation

NOTE: This model is reversible for left or right hand installation. Left hand installation is

demonstrated in this manual. For right hand installation, reverse the orientation of your product.

1. Prepare Glass door 1 (02) and Glass door 2 (03) to set the

Hinges (04).

See Fig. 1 for details.

2. First, attach the Hinges (04) to Glass

door 1 (02), then attach Glass door 2
(03). Be sure to install the gaskets that

come with the hinges between the metal
and the glass.

NOTE: The screw heads face into the
shower as shown. When attaching Glass

door 2 make sure the top edges of both
Glass doors are aligned. See Fig 2.4

See Fig. 2 & 3 for details.

1

2 3 4

IMPORTANT! There is a top and a bottom to
the assembled glass door rail.

Inside

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Top
Inside

Glass door 1

Glass door 2

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3. Place the Wall profile (01) on the tub

against the finished wall.
Adjust the Wall profile (01) vertically using
a level.

See Fig. 4 for details.

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

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4. Mark the drill holes on the wall through the

predrilled holes in the Wall profile (01).
Now drill holes in the wall using a Ø5/16
drill bit and insert the Wall anchors (05).
Apply silicone along the Wall profile (01)
and around the holes. Fasten the Wall

profile (01) to the wall with the Big head
Screw ST4.2×40 (06).

See Fig. 5 for details.

5. Slide the assembled Glass doors with

Hinged glass profile (02) into the groove
of the Wall profile (01) and level it
vertically.
Make final adjustments as necessary. Drill
the holes through the first layer into the

Wall profile (01) and the Hinged glass
profile (02) using an Ø 1/8 drill bit.
Secure the Wall profile (01) and the
Hinged glass profile (02) with the Round
head screws ST4.2×16 (07) washers and
Decorative Covers (08).
NOTE: Use caution when installing your

door glass. Protect your threshold or tub
deck with a strip of cardboard or similar
material to prevent the glass from making
contact. Use an assistant or helper if
necessary.

See Fig. 6 for details.

Ø5/16”

1 3 5 2 4

1 2 3

4 5 6

Ø1/8”

Fig. 5

Fig. 6

Inside

Inside

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6. Snap the Aluminum threshold (10) into

the Threshold connector (09) and
Threshold end cover (13). (Left hand
installation shown)
Run a bead of Waterproof silicone along
the Aluminum threshold (10). Attach
the Aluminum threshold (10) onto the
tub parallel to the tub edge with the
Threshold connector (09) tight to the
bottom of the Hinged glass profile (02).
See Fig 4.4.
Run a bead of Waterproof silicone along
the connections of the Threshold

connector (09) and Hinged glass profile
(02). Use painter’s tape or similar to hold

the Aluminum threshold (10) tight to
the tub surface until the silicone fully
cures.

See Fig 7 for details.

7. After the silicone fully sets, cut the

Bottom anti-water strip (11) to the
width of each door glass and attach
them to the bottom edges of both

Glass doors. Turn the outside Glass
door (03) and attach the Side anti­water strip (12) to vertical edge of

the Glass door 1 (02).

See Fig. 8 for details.

1 6 2

3

5

4 4 2

1

3

Inside

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

Glass door 1

Inside

Glass door 1

Glass door 2

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8. Mount the Handle Knob (14) onto Glass door 2 (03).

WARNING:
The handle knob is metal. When folding the doors,
please use caution to prevent the knob from contacting
the glass to prevent damage.

See Fig. 9 for details.

9. Test the operation of the doors and adjust the

hinge screws if necessary to make the door
operate smoothly.

See Fig. 10 for details.

1

2

Fig. 10

Fig. 9

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Product Maintenance

BASES and BACKWALLS: To ensure long lasting life for your acrylic back walls: wipe them off

after each use with a soft cloth. To clean the acrylic back walls use non-abrasive sprays or
cream based cleaners. Never use abrasive cleansers, metal brushes or scrapers that could
scratch or dull the surface.

GLASS: To ensure long lasting life for your glass shower products: wipe them off after each use
with a soft cloth. Rinse and wipe off the glass using either a soft cloth or a squeegee to prevent
soap buildup and water spots. To prevent scratching the surface: never use abrasive cleaners
and cleaning products that contain scouring agents. Never use bristle brushes or abrasive
sponges.

HARDWARE: To ensure a long lasting finish: wipe off the metal parts after each use with a soft
cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or cleaning products containing ammonia, bleach or acid. If
accidentally used, rinse the surface as soon as possible to prevent finish peeling or corrosion.
After cleaning the polished finishes, rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with soft cloth. Never use an
abrasive sponge or cloth, steel wool or wired brushes as these may permanently scratch the
surface.

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