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INSTALLATION MANUAL
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Safety Information
LCI recommends that installations only be done by a qualified technician. LCI also recommends that the
technician should use appropriate personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and gloves, during
the installation process.
Failure to follow the instructions provided in this manual may result in injury,
component damage, or voiding of the component warranty.
Installation
NOTE: All caulks, adhesives, sealants MUST be compatible with ABS.
1. Alcove walls MUST be plumb, straight, and square for best fit. Wall panels are to be clean and dry.
Alcove walls are to be smooth, clean, dry, and free of protruding objects as well.
2. To prevent corner deflection, it is recommended to install a vertical piece of ¾” cleat stock in each
corner. The cleat stock should be positioned on top of the tub or shower pan flange and secured into
alcove corners. The length of the cleats should be as follows:
A. Tub surrounds – 56 ½”
B. 35428 shower pan surrounds – 64 ½”
C. All other shower surrounds – 66 ½”
3. Test fit of all (3) panels in alcove prior to installation is recommended.
4. Ensure that panel adhesive selected for securing wall panels specifies use on ABS plastics.
5. Install either side panel first. Apply a vertical ¼” bead of adhesive every 4” to 6” and one around
the entire perimeter of the panel. Position panel with bottom edge resting on the tub/pan deck,
overlapping the tub/pan flanges, and the back edge resting against the back wall. Using firm hand
pressure or wall roller, smooth out the entire panel against the sidewall. Flash (pull) panel away from
wall. At this stage only, remove the release paper from foam tape and reposition the panel. Once again,
use firm hand pressure or a hand roller to smooth out the entire panel against the wall.
6. Install the opposite side panel in the same manner as instructed in step 5.
7. Apply a bead of siliconized caulk into the vertical grooves of both installed side panels. Be sure caulk
specifies use with ABS plastics.
8. Install back panel by applying adhesive to the back panel in the same manner as the side panels; not
forgetting attention to the soap dish cavity. Setting panel on top of tub/pan deck, insert one edge of
the back panel into the vertical joint of side panel. Set panel on top of tub/pan deck and against wall.
Using firm hand pressure or a wall roller, smooth out panel against the wall. Flash (pull) panel away
from wall. At this time, remove release paper from foam tape, and reset panel by inserting both edges
into vertical joints of side panels. With bottom edge of panel resting on tub/pan deck, press the panel
to the wall, moving from the middle to the outside edge. Using firm hand pressure or a wall roller,
smooth out panel against the wall.
9. After tub/shower pan and surround have been cleaned and free of dust, ensure that installation is
watertight.
A. If rivets are used; pre-drill an oversized pilot hole and apply small amount of caulk to hole before
inserting rivet.
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Care and Cleaning Instructions
LCI Thermoforming units are easy to keep clean and sparkling. Simply use warm water and a mild soap
solution. Rub with a soft cloth and rinse thoroughly with warm water. Do not use abrasive cleaners or harsh
chemicals.
Recommended Cleaners: Mild soap and water, Fantastic Spray Cleaner, Top Job Liquid (3% solution), Spic
and Span Pine Cleaner, Joy Liquid Detergent (5% solution), Gel-Gloss, “The Works” Tub and Shower Cleaner,
DuPont 7 Auto “Polish,” and DuPont 606S Auto “Polish.” All cleaning should be followed by a warm water
rinse.
Do Not Use: Disinfectant sprays, disinfectant foams, pine oil cleaners, citrus-based cleaners, abrasive
cleaners, harsh chemicals, Scrubbing Bubbles, petroleum-based products, auto rubbing compounds or
industrial or commercial cleaners.
If any adverse chemicals, as described in the Care and Cleaning Instructions,
come in contact with any surface, immediately rinse thoroughly with clean
water.
With the exception of Permalux® and Permalux Plus® products, fading or discoloration may result from
continued exposure to direct sunlight. Keep blinds or drapes closed during periods of the day when the
product is exposed to direct sunlight.
Do not place any hot objects or objects such as candles or cigarettes on the surface of this product. These
objects may scar, burn or ignite this plastic.
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The contents of this manual are proprietary and copyright protected by Lippert Components, Inc. (“LCI”).
LCI prohibits the copying or dissemination of portions of this manual unless prior written consent from an
authorized LCI representative has been provided. Any unauthorized use shall void any applicable warranty.
The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice and at the sole discretion of LCI.
Revised editions are available for free download from .
Please recycle all obsolete materials.
For all concerns or questions, please contact
Lippert Components, Inc.
Ph: (574) 537-8900 | Web: lci1.com | Email: customerservice@lci1.com
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