Invisia Accent Ring User Manual ()
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1. Accent Ring Installation Instructions INV ACR BS INV ACR CP 8712 012 002 8712 012 295 FASTENERS INSTALLATION amp MAINTENANCE The Invisia Accent Ring must be secured to the wall with fasteners appropriate to the structural material Included are 2 sets of mounting hardware for different wall applications Inspect or have inspected and tighten if necessary the screws on a monthly basis See Page 3 for structural reinforcement suggestions Supplied SnapToggles can be used as an alternative to structural reinforcement ONLY if the walls have not been compromised and are judged to be suitably structural 1 2 drywall or tile walls on 1 2 min cement board FULL MOUNTING STRUCTURE STRUCTURE RECOMMENDED AVAILABLE All mount points fasten Minimum one mount into structural wood point fastens into wood studs structural wood no reinforced wood structure available for framing etc other mount points PARTIAL MOUNTING NO MOUNTING STRUCTURE AVAILABLE None of the mount points align with the available structure 10 x 2 S S Screw 10 x 2 S S Screw and SnapToggles with and Lock Washer into Lock Washer into wood 10 x 2 S S Bolts wood SnapToggles with 10 x 2 S S Bolts for areas w o structure 500lbs load capacity 350lbs load capacity 200Ibs load capacity NOTE FOR INSTALLATIONS USING SNAP TOGGLES WE RECOMMEND A LOWER WEIGHT CAPACITY FOR MODERATE WEIGHT SUPPORT A2. PPLICATIONS ONLY TIPS FOR DRILLING INTO TILE e Use carbide tipped masonry drill on ceramic or consider a diamond tip drill for porcelain tile e If possible drill a smaller pilot hole first e Be careful to prevent the drill from moving when you first start it rotating use duct tape or a wood guide on the surface of the tile to hold the drill from walking sideways e A variable speed drill on slow is best to start the hole Do not apply too much pressure when drilling Do not use a hammer drill WATERPROOFING Although mounting hardware includes rubber gasket washer we recommend that sealant be applied around the wall contact points for any products mounted in the shower If not properly sealed there is the potential for water to seep into the wall This may cause the wood to rot thus compromising the structure the support rail is attached to DC151C 754917 100 Page 1 of 4 MOUNTING LOCATION Figure 1 We strongly recommend that you give some thought as to the optimal location of your Invisia Accent Ring before installation The following suggestions are offered for your consideration however it is recommended to consider advice from the appropriate healthcare professional for locating any support rail To determine the optimal location we recommend holding the rail in place and walking through the motions of a transfer sitting standing reaching etc Consider the following when determining the optimal m
3. active forever IMPROVING OUTCOMES IMPROVING LIVES _scoltedale www ActiveForever com aoe Scottsdc 1 800 377 8033 suite Sales ActiveForever com THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing the Invisia Accent Ring We are confident that you will find the unique design and durable construction of this product to be of great assistance in your daily routine To fully enjoy your Invisia Accent Ring please take a few moments to read these instructions You should store these instructions in a safe place for future reference Z SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS CAUTION It is your responsibility to see that your Invisia Accent Ring is properly assembled installed and cared for Failure to follow instructions in this manual could result in serious injury Support rails can be slippery when wet use this product with caution INVISIA ACCENT RING INSTALLATION The Invisia Accent Ring should only be installed in areas where the mounting surface is structurally sound Strengthening modifications may be required see page 3 for details Should not be installed in fiberglass acrylic shower enclosures with insufficient stiffness and strength Should not be installed into metal studs If you are not equipped to undertake the outlined work we recommend that you have your Invisia Accent Ring installed by a qualified contractor Suggested maximum user weight of support rail is 500lbs 227kg however this rating is conditional up
4. e wall as shown in Figure 1b 2 Find wall support studs amp cut hole in wall board to expose wall studs as shown in Figure 2a Suggested hole size is height A of 18 24 48 61cm and width B corresponding to wall stud spacing Expose half width of each stud to facilitate re installation of wall board patch IMPORTANT Avoid any utilities located in wall 3 Fabricate a support frame structure from suitable wood pieces as shown in Figure 2b Support frame width D should fit snugly within wall studs Support frame height E should be from 24 32 61 81cm high or more depending on material and stiffness of wall studs Locate top cross member F to position in line with top rail stem when rail is located at the height H Lower cross member G should be spaced at C 6 15 36cm center to center from top cross member Hold the support rail against the support frame to confirm the cross members are in the correct location Use a generous quantity of wood screws and glue to hold the support frame structure together as shown See alternative to support frame as shown in Figure 3 4 Insert support frame structure through hole in wall and secure uprights to wall studs using a generous amount of wood screws 5 Complete the Invisia Accent Ring installation instructions on Page 2 Then patch the wall cutout if backside access to bathroom consider making an access panel for future servicing to match the surrounding wall as shown
5. gure 4 NOTE A light tap is all that is required for punch to make notch A7 Use the appropriate drill bit on the notched tile to drill a pilot hole for the fasteners If SnapToggle toggle bolts are to be used please see the separate installation instructions Continue with step A8 Figure 4 LIGHT TAP A8 Fasten the wall stems to the wall with the appropriate fasteners amp waterproofing A9 Place the rail back onto the wall stems and secure rail by tightening the set screws with supplied hex key as shown in Figure 5 The rail will pull into the stems as the set screws are tightened The rail will fit best if placed as straight as possible over the wall stems If the rail sockets do not easily fit onto the wall Figure 5 stems at first this can be adjusted There is some movement possible with the oversized hole of the wall stems and the location of the wall stems can be adjusted to accommodate the rail sockets NOTE Perform a final tighten and inspection of all fasteners Test the installation by vigorously pulling on the support handle of the Invisia Accent Ring Your Invisia Accent Ring is now installed Specifications subject to change without notice DC151C 754917 100 PATENT PENDING Page 2 of 4 TIPS FOR LOCATING A WOOD STUD e For drywall surfaces use a stud sensor to locate a stud e For tile surfaces try a stud sensor to locate a stud If no stud is found measure 16 from a per
6. in Figure 4 Specifications subject to change without notice PATENT PENDING Figure 1a Figure 1b TILED BATHROOM WALL BACKSIDE ACCESS TO BATHROOM Figure 2a Figure 2b FIGURE 3 ALTERNATIVE TO SUPPORT FRAME MULTI LAYER PLYWOOD INSIDE WALL WITH WALLBOARD PATCH TOP VIEW Bathroom Tile Wall Generous amounts of CAUTION Do not puncture wood screws amp glue when fastening plywood Multi layers of 3 4 plywood approx 24 high l y 2 X 2 nom Stud approx 36 high 4 t Backside access to bathroom insert structure from this side Wall Stud Wallboard patch Figure 4 DC151C 754917 100 Page 3 of 4 INVISIA ACCENT RING ACR200 BS CP Weldment Handle ACR SD302 x4 Assembly Inner Stem with PSA and Oring SD N HW222 x4 Set Screw Hex Socket 10 32 x 25 L S S DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS HARDWARE HW175 HW177 4 Screw PPH WS 10 12 x 3 S S Washer Lock X Split 10 18 8 S S D107 Bar Center Punch SD HW174 Screw PPHMS 10 24 x 3 S S HW300 Hex Key 3 32 in Short Arm HW225 SnapToggle Toggle Bolt Specifications subject to change without notice DC151C 754917 100 PATENT PENDING Page 4 of 4
7. on suitable fasteners and supporting surface WARRANTY All Invisia Collection products are covered by a one year limited warranty with the exception of hand grips which are subject to normal wear Buyer hereby indemnifies agrees to hold harmless and defend the manufacturer distributor of the Invisia Collection from and against any and all liabilities claims founded and unfounded losses damages costs and expenses including without limitation consequential damages and reasonable professional fees resulting from buyers specification application or improper use of goods described hereon buyers omission or neglect The manufacturer distributor of the Invisia Collection does not assume any liability for damage resulting from services performed by others or faulty installation misuse or misapplication of goods The manufacturer distributor of the Invisia Collection shall not be liable for prospective profits or special indirect or consequential damages or for the cost of any corrective work done without prior approval Manufacturer distributor of the Invisia Collection total liability hereunder shall in no event exceed the purchase price of the goods specified hereon TOOLS REQUIRED e Level e Personal Protective Eyewear Hammer e Carbide tip drill suitable for tile e Stud Finder e Protective blanket Specifications subject to change without notice PATENT PENDING INVISIA Invisia LIVE BEAUTIFULLY
8. ounting location 1 Ensure shower controls can rotate fully without interference with rail 2 If possible move mounting location to match structure behind the wall 3 Avoid electrical plumbing behind the wall 4 Where possible drill through tile not through grout Figure 2a INVISIA ACCENT RING INSTALLATION Wall Stem Place a blanket down in the area that you will be installing the Invisia Accent Ring to protect the shower or bathtub surfaces from parts that may fall during installation The proposed mounting location must be cleaned prior to installation Refer to the fastener chart on page 1 to determine the size of Rail hole required for the appropriate wall construction Socket A1 Mark the horizontal and vertical location of the Invisia Accent Ring A2 Using supplied hex key back off set screws in the rail sockets so the wall stems can move in and out freely as shown in Figure 2a and 2b Figure 3a A3 On back of wall stems peel off backing to expose adhesive side of rubber gasket washer A4 With the wall stems inside the rail sockets push rail firmly against wall in marked location as shown in Figure 3a A5 Remove the rail as straight as possible as to not pull the wall stems off from the wall as shown in Figure 3b NOTE The peel and stick is not meant to be a permanent adhesive A6 Use the wall stem as a locating guide and notch the tile accurately with supplied center punch as shown in Fi
9. pendicular wall Drill a small hole in the grout to ensure the stud has been found If there is no stud at this location bend a piece of wire in a L shape and insert it through the hole Spin the wire to determine exactly where the stud is located and mark its location Patch all holes with silicone to keep moisture out of the wall e If there is access to the backside of the bathroom wall i e through a closet measure the stud location and transfer the measurements into the bath area STRUCTURAL REINFORCEMENT SUGGESTIONS NOTE Due to variances in local construction methods and materials used details given below are suggestions only Consult the appropriate local contractor for specific advice For concrete walls you may be able to install fasteners such as a wedge anchor directly into the concrete wall without modification If there is access to the backside of the bathroom wall i e through a closet and structural reinforcement is required consider cutting a hole in this backside wall to allow access to the bathroom wall from behind without having to remove replace ceramic tiles 1 Choose optimal mounting location of rail centered around the shower controls including height H and side to side location L as shown in Figure 1a Mark the height and location on the wall for future reference NOTE If accessing the bathroom wall from the backside transfer the measurements for the support rail location to the backsid
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