Trending Accessibility 4836, 6033, 6036, 6048, 6060 User Manual

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION

PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION

MULTI-PIECE SECTIONAL PRODUCT

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Avoid exposure to weather. Product cartons are not waterproof. Cartons exposed to rain or snow may
result in accumulated water penetrating the back laminates of the shower and soak the glassed in
reinforcement supports causing bulges in the gelcoat surface.

1.

Most handling damage is the result of impact blows to the back of the fiberglass units.

2.

Never drag sectional parts of this fiberglass product on any surface. Always carry the parts or use a two
wheel dolly.

3.

Never drop these fiberglass parts from any height, not even an inch or stress cracks are likely to occur.

4.

Placing objects inside the unit can cause scratches or nicks to the finished surface.
Do not use the shower as a trash receptical! Always place a drop cloth or cardboard on the floor when
working inside the shower.

5.

Never clean fiberglass gelcoat surface with metal tools of any kind, including razor blades.

6.

TOOLS NEEDED:

Nails

1/8” Drill Bit

Hammer

Drill With Phillips Screw Bit

1/2” Notched Trowel

Spatula

Grease Pencil (China Marker)

Auger Mixing Tool For Drill

Caulking Gun

4 Foot Level

2 Foot Level

50+ 1 1/4” Wood or Flat Head Screws

Solid Wood Flooring Adhesive
(2-One Gallon Buckets Per Shower)

(For Mixing Bedding Compound And Water Test Around Drain)

2-Gallons Of Water

1-Tube White Bathroom Caulking

2-Tubes 100% Clear Silicone Caulking

3 - 8 Foot 2 x 4’s

1 - 8 Inch Long 2 x 4

1 - 24 Inch Long 2 x 4

2 - Large Wiping Cloths

Self-Caulking Shower Drain Fitting

MATERIALS NEEDED:

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PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION

5.

In the installation location, the drain opening in the floor should have a 6” core for the drain pipe, and a
10” x 10” x 1/2” deep recess in the sub floor. (The drain core must be blocked when filled with
Thin-Set). The 10” x 10” x 1/2” deep recess is required to to assure proper drainage.
(See “Detail Of Drain Core Area” on Page 3).

4.

Plan for the location of the shower water control valve. Note if planning to install the control valve in the
back wall of the shower with a two piece back wall, consider the location of the seam in the wall.
The control valve must be located at a height where the seam and mounting flange do not cause a
conflict with placement of the control valve, or water supply lines. These considerations are not necessary
if installing on the one piece back wall, or side wall.

Plan for routing the water supply lines to the control valve installation location.

The 2 wall Framing Diagram is for the 6060 3P two wall shower only.

BRIEF OVERVIEW. The actual installation will begin on the next page.

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Review the Framing Diagrams in Figure 1. Modify existing framing if required. For new construction, build
framing structure in accordance with product dimensions and notes shown in the Framing Diagrams.

1.

Following the shower pan installation, place the back wall sections, then the side walls. The parts are
indexed to one another by a slot and pin connection system. The parts are pushed tight together before
connection to the framing pocket is made.
To have a successful installation, two persons are required.

3.

The shower base will be installed, leveled, and fastened to the framing before the walls are installed.
It is essential the framing pocket be square and plumb for the unit to install properly. The floor also must
have no voids or out of level conditions. If these are present, they must be corrected before installation.
Floor leveling compound can be purchased at Lowes or The Home Depot.

2.

Note: Unit will not install properly if framing pocket is not square and of proper size.
The dimensions shown in the FRAMING DIAGRAMS are 1/4” larger than the size of the shower.
This product is manufactured to tight specifications. The 1/4” over sizing is for maneuvering and
installation ease. If 1/4” over is not reasonable, sizing closer to the product actual dimensions is
allowable.

When trial fitting the shower, use a level to confirm the parts are level and plumb. If any gaps are
present between the shower and framing, use furring strips to fill the gaps. If the walls and floor
are not level, there may be an excessive gap at the seams. The unit is designed to allow an 1/8”
gap at the seams.

7.

Locate accessories if any were ordered. They will be packaged in the pan box. Remove those and store
them in a safe location for easy retrieval.

8.

Identify each package and its contents. The label on the box is clearly marked indicating a shower pan
and wall panels.

Check the outside of the package for visible shipping damage. If damage is noted, contact your supplier

before proceeding with the installation.

6.

Framing pocket must be sized according to the information provided in the Framing Diagram.
It is recommended that the front studs at each side be doubled for added strength. Framing must be
extremely square and plumb in order to accomplish a successful installation.

2.

It is extremely important that the floor area intended for the installation be flat and level. Any areas over
1/8” out-of-level will prevent the installation from being successful. If an area out more than 1/8” is found,
float the floor area with a floor leveling compound. This material must be placed and cured (dry) before
proceeding with the shower installation.

4.

1.

Prepare the installation area by sweeping the area completely clean

3.

Install hot and cold water supply lines with the control valve. Mount to the framing.

Note: Unit will not install properly if framing pocket is not
square and of proper size. The dimensions shown in the
FRAMING DIAGRAMS are 1/4” larger than the size of the
shower. This product is manufactured to tight specifications.
The 1/4” over sizing is for maneuvering and installation ease.
If 1/4” over is not reasonable, sizing closer to the product
actual dimensions is allowable.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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FRAMING DIAGRAMS

Figure 1

15 3/8”

6.

Carefully measure the framing pocket to assure it is of
proper size for the unit to be installed. Refer to

dimensional information in the Framing Diagrams on
Page 3, Figure 1.

5.

A special note: During handling and transport,

the product may be slightly bent. It is very important
that the seam side of each wall, and the threshold of the
pan does not have any bow or bend. This product is
engineered with materials that allow for the sections to be
pressed back to the normal and straight factory form that
is intended.

7.

Check the framing pocket for square. Check to assure
the vertical studs are plumb. To have tight seams where

the parts meet, it is very important that the framing pocket
be exceptionally square and plumb.

Check for square by holding a measuring tape from the
back left corner to the front right corner, as shown in
Figure 4. Repeat for the other side. If both dimensions are

the same, the framing is square. Adjust if necessary.

As each section is removed from the packaging, use a
straight edge to check the straightness of the wall sections
and of the threshold. An example of checking the threshold
is illustrated in Figure 2A. Check all the parts, and if not
straight, follow the procedures outlined below to bring the

parts back into the intended condition.

In the event they are not straight to 1/16”, pressure can be
applied to the top side of the material. This can be
accomplished by placing blocks under the two extreme
corners.

Always place a soft rag on the finished surface where it
contacts the wood blocks, and under your feet to avoid

damaging the finish.

Gently step on this area and allow your body weight
(Up to 250 pounds), to flex the material back straight.
Confirm straightness, repeat if necessary until +/- 1/16”

is accomplished. (Figures 2B and 2C)

Once the dry fit has been done and the fit confirmed,
disassemble the components. Resume step 5 and follow

each step carefully.

A complete dry fit for the shower base and walls is
recommended. A dry fit in this instance is defined as
securing the sections to the studs with no silicone and
minimal screws to confirm a good fit, and the framing
accommodates the sections. To achieve a dry fit
installation, proceed with steps 6 through 23 without using
the silicone, floor adhesive and minimal screws to secure

to the framework.

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Figure 3

Figure 4

Figure 2C

Figure 2B

Figure 2A

9.

Once the shower pan is put into place and
fit is confirmed, draw a pencil line on the sub floor

indicating the front point of the threshold of the pan.
(See Figure 8).

The back corners of the shower pan should be in
contact with the framing, as seen in Figure 7.

Shim these areas if required.

Place a piece of cardboard in the floor of the shower to
protect the floor during the additional steps of installation.

There is a cut out for this on the pan box.

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After the pan is set, fill any gaps between the mounting
flange and the framing with wood shims or furring strips to
achieve solid contact. The flange must be in contact with

the studs along all sides.

Figure 7

Figure 8

Figure 5

Figure 6

8.

The next step is to dry fit the shower pan to the studs

and confirm the drain location.

The better fit of the pan, the better all wall parts will
assemble as intended with minimal gaps at the seams.

Note in Figure 5 the two installers have placed the shower
pan on the floor, and are pushing it into the installed
position. One of the installers is using a short piece of 2 x
4 wood to hold the front of the shower pan off the floor.
This will assist in moving the pan into the installed position
while preventing chipping the front edge if it were to slide

along the sub floor.