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purpose of product improvement and customer experience. Please refer to the model’s web page on
DreamLine.com for the latest technical drawings, installation manuals, warranty information or additional
product details.
reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice for the
exclusive ClearMax
This is a specially formulated coating
that prevents the build up of soap and
water spots.
Install the surface with the ClearMaxTM
label towards the inside of the shower.
Please note that depending on the
model, the glass may be coated on
either one or both surfaces.
For best results, squeegee the glass after
each use and dry with a soft cloth.
Glass technology.
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The hinge panel glass must be properly installed and secured to support the
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IMPORTANT STEPS TO FOLLOW:
◻ Use 100% silicone caulk - a quick-drying or fast-curing silicone is
recommended for the installation of hinge panel glass into the U-Channel
◻ Apply enough silicone into the U-Channels to secure the panel glass
◻ Fully tighten the L-Bars™ on the Hinge Panel Glass and the Buttress
Return Panel
◻ DO NOT remove the spacers or shims from beneath the door
glass for at least 24 hours to allow the silicone to fully cure in the
U-Channel holding the hinge panel glass
◻ The hinge panel glass for this model should not be adjusted
more than 1/4” within the U-Channel for an out-of-plumb wall
condition
◻ Refer to the product installation manual for more details
weight of the door glass. Failure to follow these steps may result in the hinge
panel glass pulling out of the U-Channel.
100% Silicone
24
Hours
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NOTE: Leave spacers or shims in place beneath the door glass for 24 hours.
If time allows, delay installing the door glass onto the hinge panel glass for
24 hours until the silicone securing the hinge panel glass has fully cured.
NOTE: This enclosure must be installed at the model size dimensions shown in Table A on
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page 7. Be sure that the correct size shower enclosure has been ordered to fit the finished
dimensions of the base or threshold that the enclosure will be installed upon.
NOTE: The thickness of the finished wall treatment will affect the alignment of the enclosure
upon the threshold.
Product specifications:
(W1)
40-1/16”
40-1/16”
finished wall surface
finished wall surface
(W2)*
*see note in Step#1
23-13/16
The finished buttress wall
should not be more than
22-3/4” at the widest
point, or less than
22-3/4”, otherwise the
buttress return panel will
either extend over the
edge or not reach the
22-3/4
edge, preventing proper
installation.
40-1/16”
*40-1/16”
22-5/8
From the finished
wall to the outside
edge of the installed
hinge panel glass
Right-hand buttress panel installation shown
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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
please provide an order number, job name or other proof of purchase to help us identify your original order.
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if you have any questions, and
2. Please note that you should consult your local building codes with questions on installation
compliance standards. Building and plumbing codes may vary by location, and DreamLine
responsible for code compliance standards for your project and will not accept any returns.
3. 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
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 might 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 1/4” of adjustment for out-of-plumb wall conditions within the U-channels.
Verify that the walls are within this tolerance before proceeding with the installation.
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is not
8. This model requires that you drill into the threshold for proper installation. Contact the
manufacturer of the base or threshold material with any questions regarding the drilling of holes into
their product.
9. This model requires a minimum 1-1/2” of flat level threshold space for installation.
10. Professional installation recommended.
NOTE: DO NOT install the handle onto the door glass until instructed.
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NOTE: This door is reversible for left or right-swing door installation. The left-swing door installation
is shown as an example throughout this manual. For the right-swing door installation, simply begin
on the opposite wall and reverse the orientation of the steps shown.
DO NOT lift the glass using the handle. This could result in damage to the glass and/or
serious personal injury. Always use an assistant or a professional grade glass suction cup
when handling heavy glass.
silicone recommended
for the installation of
hinge panels.
Tape
Measure
Soft-Head
Hammer
Razor Knife
Pencil
MalletWood
Work Gloves
Phillips
Screwdriver
Block
Drill bit
(Ø5/16")
Carpenter’s
Square
Safety Glasses
Drill bit
(Ø1/8")
Professional-grade
Glass suction cup
*The Buttress return panel
glass location will be
aligned after the door glass
is installed.
Power
Drill
W2*
Tip: Measure the finished opening before
proceeding with the installation to be sure
that the correct model size has been
ordered.
Note: W1 and W2 dimensions are
measured from the finished corner
of the walls to the outside edge
of the installed wall profiles.
Right-hand buttress panel installation shown
NOTE: Unpack your unit carefully and inspect it. Lay it out and 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
your model configuration.
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for replacement. The shipping boxes may contain extra parts not used in
W1
NOTE: Retain these installation instructions for future reference.
the wall opposite the buttress wall, measure to the
model size “W1” shown in TABLE A. Use a 4’ level
to draw a plumb line up the wall from that mark.
This line will represent the outside edge of the
U-Channel (#1). Use a carpenter’s square against
the wall to also mark the threshold.
(TABLE A) (Fig 1)
TABLE A
Measured from the finished back corner
to the outside of the u-channel
W1
40-1/16”40-1/16”
W2*
The nished buttress wall must be
22-3/4” otherwise the panel will
either extend over the edge or not
reach the edge preventing
installation.
W1
*Use this W2 dimension as a
reference. The actual placement
of the buttress return panel will
be determined in Step #11.
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NOTE: The U-Channel (72”) (#01) must be
installed at the correct dimension for the model
size which may not be on the centerline of the
threshold.
2. Hold theU-Channel (72”) (#01) plumb and
against the mark on the wall. Mark the drilling holes
on the wall through the pre-drilled holes in the
3.Drill the holes into the wall using a Ø 5/16”(8mm) drill bit and insert the Anchors (#14). Run a
bead of waterproof silicone along the back of the U-Channel (72”) (#01). Fasten the U-Channel (72”) (#01) to the wall using the ST4.2×40 Pan Head screws (#13). (Fig 3)
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Fig 3
4. Apply silicone into the installed U-Channel (72”) (#01). (Fig 4)
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TIP: Quick-drying silicone sealant
is recommended for installing the
Hinge Panel Glass (#02) within the
U-Channel (72”) (#01)
6.Position the Left-hand L-Bar™ (#9) onto the Hinge Panel Glass(#02)as shown and mark its
position on the wall. Remove the Wall Plate (#9.6) from the Left-handL-Bar™ (#9). Hold the Wall Plate (#9.6) to the marks on the wall. Hold the Wall Plate (#9.6) level and mark the holes for drilling
through the wider, untapped holes. (Fig 8.2) Drill two Ø5/16”(8mm) holes and insert the Ø5/16”
Wall anchors (#9.5). (Fig 6)
NOTE: When marking the L-Bar™ location on the wall, leave the Decorative Cover
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attached to allow space to re-attach the Decorative Cover after installation.
1
2
3
4
Ø5/16"
(8mm)
Fig 6
(Left-hand L-Bar™ installation shown)
7. Attach the Wall Plate (#9.6) to the wall using the ST4.2 x 40 Truss Head screws (#9.7).
Re-attach the L-Bar™ (#9.3) to the Wall Plate (#9.6) using the M5x14 (Flat Head Screw#9.8) Adjust
the angle if necessary by using the Wall Plate Adjustment Set Screws (#9.9). (Fig 7)
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6
Fig 7
Adjust the angle of the L-Bar™ (up to 3/16”)
using the small set screws on the wall plate.
8.Measure the distance on the threshold between the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) and the buttress wall.
Adjust the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) so it is parallel to the outside edge of the threshold. Measure the
area where the door glass will be installed.
This distance needs to be 23-13/16”as measured from the inside edge of the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) to the inside edge of the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) and the buttress wall.Mark the
position of thedoorglass on the threshold as shown. (Fig 8a / Fig 8b)
NOTE: It is advisable to allow the silicone holding the
Hinge Panel Glass (#02) in the U-Channel (72”) (#01) to cure before hanging the Door Glass (#06).
TIP: Use a 13/16” shim beneath the door glass
to help align the Door Glass (#06) with the
hinges. This will protect the threshold and the
bottom of the door glass from damage and allow
proper spacing for the Sweep Vinyl (#08).
(Fig 8b)
Leave the shims in place beneath
the door glass while the silicone
cures and while you dry-fit and
install the buttress panel glass.
13/16” shims
DO NOT install the Handle onto the door glass until instructed.
DO NOT lift the door glass using the Handle. This could result in
damage to the glass and /or serious personal injury. Always use an
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9. Attach the 130º Glass-to-Glass Adj Hinge (#12) onto the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) with the bolts
facing inside the shower and flush with the edge of the glass. Use one 2mm hinge gasket per side.
Tighten the hinge bolts evenly and snap in the decorative bolt caps. (Fig 9)
hinge panel
assistant or a professional grade glass suction cup when handling
heavy glass.
Install the hinges flush
with the edge of the
Hinge Panel Glass
2mm hinge
gasket
hinge panel
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NOTE: These adjustable
hinges are factory set to
overclose. See Page 21 for
instructions regarding the
adjustment features of these
hinges.
NOTE: Protect the edge of the door glass to prevent
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10. Carefully bring the Door Glass (#06) into the shower between the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) and
the buttress wall. USE CAUTION: Do not to let the glass contact the wall or threshold. Level up the
Door Glass (#06) next to the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) and fasten the 130º Glass-to-Glass Adj Hinge
(#12) onto the Door Glass (#06). Make sure the Door Glass (#06) and the Hinge Panel Glass (#02)
are flush at the top and that the door is level and plumb. Be sure to use two 13/16” shims beneath the
door glass during installation. (Fig 10)
contact with the buttress wall during installation.
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hinge
panel
glass
door
glass
outside
outside
135° Strike Vinyl
w/VHB Tape (#05)
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NOTE:
door glass to prevent contact
with the buttress wall during
installation.
11.Attach the U-Channel (34”) (#03) to the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) and dry-fit the glass
onto the buttress wall. and align with the Door Glass (#06). Adjust for level and plumb. If necessary, the
Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) can be pulled out of the U-channel 1/4” max. to align flush with the
end of the buttress wall. Do not exceed this tolerance!
Dry-fit the 135°Strike Vinyl w/VHB Tape (#05) (without removing the VHB tape) to gauge the proper
space between the Door Glass (#06), the buttress wall and the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04).
Use a level to plumb the U-Channel (34”) (#03) against the wall. Mark the u-channel position on the
wall and the top and face of the buttress wall along the edge of the glass. (Fig 11)
1/4”
max
door glass
Fig 11
12. Remove the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) and the U-Channel (34”) (#03). Place the
U-Channel (34”) (#03) against the plumb line on the wall and mark the holes for drilling through the
pre-drilled holes. Drill the holes using a Ø5/16” drill bit and insert the Wall Anchors (#14). Apply a bead
of silicone behind the U-Channel and attach it to the wall using the ST4.2×40 Pan Head screws (#13).
(Fig 12)
NOTE: Dry-t the strike vinyl
between the door glass and the
13. Add silicone to the inside of the installed U-Channel (34”) (#03). Slide the Buttress Return
Panel Glass (#04) back into the U-Channel (34”) (#03) and adjust the glass for level and plumb using the lines drawn in the previous step for reference. (Fig 13)
NOTE: Use caution not to damage
the glass when setting it into place.
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outsideoutside
Fig 13
14. Assemble the Bottom Brackets (#10) through the holes at the bottom of both lites of Panel Glass,
using the gaskets to prevent glass to metal contact. Install the Bottom Brackets (#10) through the holes
in the bottom of the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) and the Hinge Panel Glass (#02), with the
exposed attachment on the inside of the shower. (Fig 14)
Strike Vinyl w/VHB Tape (#05) and press it firmly onto the vertical edge of the Buttress Return Panel
Glass (#04) and the buttress wall along the plumb
line drawn earlier. (Fig 15)
For best adhesion, allow the adhesive to
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set up for 24 hours prior to normal use.
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Buttress Return
Panel Glass
3
Fig 15
Buttress
wall
16. Verify alignment of the door glass. Mark the threshold through the holes in Bottom Brackets (#10).
Remove the bracket and use either: an Ø1/8” drill bit for an acrylic base (or a Ø5/16”drill bit and an Anchor (#14) for installation into a tile threshold). Replace the bracket and fasten the brackets to the
threshold using the Pan Head Screws ST4.2×25 (#09) and washers. Cover the screw and washer with
the Decorative Covers (#10). (Fig 16)
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Inside
Ø1/8” or
Inside
Inside
5
Inside
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Inside
Ø5/16”
6
Fig 16
Caution
decorative cap
screw
washer
34
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Inside
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Note: Protect the panel
glass with a putty knife
or similar when drilling
into the threshold.
Do not allow the drill to
make contact with the
glass!
17. Press the Sweep Vinyl (#08) firmly onto the bottom edge of the Door Glass (#06) and close the
door. From inside the shower, mark the inner aspect of the sweep where it overlaps the strike vinyl. Cut
off approximately 3/8” and remove only the inner aspect of the Sweep Vinyl(#08)(See Fig 17.2) to
allow the door to close and seal evenly against the strike vinyl, without leaving any gaps. (Fig 17)
1
23
Fig 17
4
Inside
18. Install the Handle (07) onto the Door Glass (#06).
(Fig 18)
19. Trim and notch the Hinge-side vinyl (#15) around the hinges to provide maximum water proof-
ing:
•From the top edge of the Door Glass (#06) to the top edge of the inner part of the Hinge (#12);
(See Fig 19.3)
• Repeat this process between the top and bottom hinges
• Measure up from the surface of the shower base to the bottom of the inner part of the bottom
hinge. Cut the Hinge-side vinyl (#15) according to these measurements. Notch the ends to fit into the
hinges and also around the Sweep Vinyl (#08). Fully press the cut strips onto the vertical edge of the
Door Glass (#06). (Fig 19)
Hinge
panel
Door
1
measure
inner part
measure
5
Around Bottom sweep
2
Door
6
1”
3
7
Inside
Door
4
8
Fig 19
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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. Avoid the use of aerosol spray 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 (Hard water can etch the surface of the glass over time if left to
dry). To prevent scratching the surface: never use abrasive cleaners or cleaning products that
contain scouring agents. Never use bristle brushes or abrasive sponges that may scratch the
surface.
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 damage to the finish (peeling
or corrosion). After cleaning the polished finishes, rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with soft cloth.
Clean stainless steel surfaces at least once a week. When applying stainless steel cleaner or
polish to stainless steel hardware, work with (not across) the grain. Never use an abrasive
sponge or cloth, steel wool or wired brush as these may permanently scratch the surfaces.
NOTE: To maximize the life of your door, it is important to regularly inspect
the glass and all hardware for misalignment, proper attachment, and/or
damage. Contact DreamLine with any questions or concerns.
PRISM PLUS Maintenance Checklist
◻ Inspect the Hinges
◻ Inspect the BottomBrackets
◻ Inspect for Proper clearance between the door glass and the threshold
◻ Inspect for Proper clearance between the door glass and the return panel glass
◻ Inspect the L-Bars™
◻ Inspect the Handle - tighten if loose
◻ Inspect the edges of the door glass and panel glass for concealed damage
o Damaged glass must be replaced!
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