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MODEL #s
SHDR-1960584-##
Right-Hand door installation shown
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Glass technology.
This is a specially formulated coating
that prevents the buildup 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.
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Right-Hand door installationLeft-Hand door installation
This model is reversible for either Left or Right-hand door installation.
The Right-hand door installation is shown an example throughout this instruction manual.
For a Left-hand door installation, simply reverse the orientation of the parts shown and use
the correct L-Bar™ for the installation.
door
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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
replace any damaged products or missing parts free of charge after 3 business days or if the product has
been installed. Contact DreamLine
other proof of purchase to help identify the original order.
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if you have any questions, and please provide an order number, job name or
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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. 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. 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 can be adjusted up to 3/8” on the panel side only for out-of-plumb conditions within the
u-channel. Verify that the walls are plumb before proceeding with the installation.
8. This model requires that you drill into the threshold for proper installation.
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9.
This model requires a minimum1-1/2”of flat threshold space for installation.
10. This model requires two installers.
11. Professional installation recommended.
12. This model ships with both the LEFT and RIGHT hand L-Bar™ for support. Use the correct L-Bar
based on the handing of the installation.
NOTE: DO NOT attach the handle to the door glass or the towel bar to the panel glass until
instructed.
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DO NOT use the handle or towel bar to lift the glass during installation. This may result in
damage to the glass and/or serious injury. Always use an assistant or a professional grade
glass suction cup when handling heavy glass.
NOTE: This model is available in either a shower height or a tub height. This manual will
describe the installation steps showing a shower height model. Please follow the same
sequence of installation steps for the tub height model installation.
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Tools
Level
Power
Drill
Razor Knife
Tape
Measure
Silicone
Metal File
Pencil
Carpenter's
Square
1/4” wood or
plastic shim
Phillips
Screwdriver
Soft Head
Hammer
Phillips extender
driver bit
Drill bit
Ø1/8"
(3mm)
Miter saw and Hacksaw
Professional-grade
Glass suction cup
Drill bit
Ø5/16"
(8mm)
Top
Tip: Measure the finished opening before
proceeding with the installation to be sure
that the correct model size has been
ordered.
Threshold must be level.
Middle
Tip: Prior to installation, cover the
shower/tub drain with tape to prevent
losing screws or small parts.
Bottom
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Tip: Set screw gun clutch to low setting
when installing screws and bolts to
prevent stripping the heads.
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
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NOTE: Retain these installation instructions for future reference.
middle and bottom.
The bottom width dimension will be “W”.
Also check the threshold for level and the
walls for plumb.
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NOTE that this model will provide up
to 3/8” of adjustment for out-of-plumb
conditions within the U-Channel on the
stationary panel side only. (Fig 1)
This model requires a minimum
threshold width of 1-1/2”
Fig 1
2. Subtract 1/16” from the “W” dimension.
(W (-) 1/16” = L) “L” = finished cut length.
Use a miter saw or hack saw to cut your Bottom Guide Rail (#03) to the finished cut length “L”. Use a
metal file to file off any burrs from the cut end of the
Bottom Rail. (Fig 2)
NOTE: Only cut from the end of the
bottom rail that will be installed on the
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door side of the opening.
NOTE:The Bottom Guide Rail (#03) is made 2” larger
than the model size:
(48” model = 50” bottom rail, 60” model = 62” bottom rail).
The rail is milled at both ends to accomodate the bottom
bumper for the panel side. This milling will be cut off on the
door-end when the bottom rail is cut to size to fit the
finished opening.
L
door end
door end
panel end
L
NOTE: If it is necessary to drill new attachment
holes into the bottom guide rail after cutting to
size: drill a Ø3/16” hole throughout and then a
Ø5/16” hole through the top layer only. (Refer to
the existing holes in the rail for example)
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Bottom Rail cut for right-hand door
installation shown as an example