Swan TI-7260-037 Instructions / Assembly
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1. wide the other is 7 wide If shower is 34 or less deep the 7 side goes against the back wall figure 1 If side wall is over 34 the 5 side of the corner panel goes against the back wall figure 2 The location of the 7 corner dimension will affect the dimensional flexibility of these units on the back wall Measure your shower alcove area before you start and consult the following chart for proper corner panel location BACK WALL M 7 5 ir 4 7 q 34 lt lt LU FF D over 34 Ww aN FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 Corner panel with 7 dimension on BACK WALL figure 1 Side Panel Fits 31 to 34 Wall Area All Models Back Panel TI 7236 BC 7236 TI 7248 BC 7248 TI 7260 BC 7260 Wall Area 2914 to 39 4 411 4 to 51 74 531 to 635 4 Corner panel with 5 dimension on BACK WALL figure 2 Side Panel Fits 31 to 36 Wall Area All Models Back Panel TI 7236 BC 7236 TI 7248 BC 7248 TI 7260 BC 7260 Wall Area 2914 to 3554 411 4 to 473 4 531 to 59 4 We recommend that whenever possible position corner panel as in figure 1 WALL SURFACE PREPARATION RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FIBERGLASS TUBWAL AND SHOWERWAL UNITS When installing over SHEETROCK GREENBOARD WOOD A Surface must be dry smooth and free of any dust soap scum or any other contaminants Wipe wall surface with a damp cloth B For maximum adhesion the area where the double faced tape adheres to the wall sur2. Please allow unit to be installed 24 hours before using This will allow proper curing of adhesive and caulking material PRESSED FIBERGLASS PRODUCTS CARE AND CLEANING All Panels in this kit are made of fiberglass reinforced polyester Finish is stain and abrasion resistant however the finish requires reasonable care Wash regularly with warm water use soft cloth with mild liquid detergent such as Handy Andy Mr Clean or Lestoil Scouring pads made of nylon saran or polyethylene may be used but NEVER USE ABRASIVE SCOURING POWDERS CLEANSERS OR PADS THEY DULL FINISH CAUTION Dry cleaning agents and solvents will damage the surface Burning cigarettes will damage and discolor surface NOTE To promote contact until adhesive sets it is suggested that you use temporary bracing and allow adhesive to cure overnight Temporary bracing may be constructed and wedged into position as illustrated by using lengths of 1 x 2s 2 x 2s 1 x 3s Lumber should be cut as needed To insure adhesion of the panel corners to the installation surface position the temporary bracing as illustrated above POSITIVELY NO HAMMERING OR NAILING IS TO BE DONE FORM 803 4 91 5M
3. MODEL NO TI 7236 BC 7236 Tl 7248 BC 7248 TI 7260 BC 7260 OWNER S MANUAL CAUTION Read ALL instructions carefully BEFORE Starting your installation Save this manual for future reference Installation procedure for FIBERGLASS SHOWERWAL KIT MODEL TI 7236 BC 7236 Areas 31 to 36 deep Areas 2971 4 to 39 wide MODEL TI 7248 BC 7248 Areas 31 to 36 deep Areas 4114 to 51 wide MODEL TI 7260 BC 7260 Areas 31 to 36 deep Areas 5314 to 63 4 wide INSTALLATION CARE AND CLEANING REPAIR PARTS STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MODEL TI 7236 BC 7236 TI 7248 BC 7248 Tl 7260 BC 7260 FIBERGLASS SHOWERWAL NN i 15 ES me pae i va Ly haru h 39 51 w N TI 7236 BC 7236 Tl 7248 BC 7248 Tl 7260 BC 7260 PTT tT tT ttt Tt cot HHE TTR T TN CoH 7154 THH pe Hp CH LH o B C C 2 B D E ae A INCLUDED IN CARTON D Adhesive A Two side panels Four tubes TI 7236 BC 7236 t ak BAN B Two corner panels and TI 7248 BC 7248 2 Bull Nose en C One back panel with soap dish Five tubes Tl 7260 BC 7260 E One tube of color coordinated caulk TOOLS REQUIRED TO INSTALL The only tools needed are a saber saw or drill ruler caulking gun and wha
4. dge of wall and shower floor center of the panels firmly against the wall to insure ade ledge may exist This gap can be quate contact of the tape and adhesive filled in with caulking see the corner panel and lation of other corner shower floor ledge Select either corner panel Apply adhesive to back side of the panel A dot or glob of adhe sive should be applied as indicated in illustra tion Keep the adhesive at least one inch from tape and panel edges If shower floor has settled or is out of plumb a gap between bottom CAULKING next page After removing backing from pres sure sensitive tape position back panel to evenly overlap corner panels Firmly press the entire panel from top to bottom making sure of solid contact E j E z UU 5 SIDE PANELS NOTE Side panels A are inter changeable BUT the 2 Bull Nose must face to the outside of the shower for proper installation Measure location of plumbing out lets from a line straight up from front edge of shower floor and height above top ledge of the shower floor We suggest you 6 Use a drill and hole cutting bit or a hole saw to cut your holes 1 2 larger than the diameter of the pipes Drill or cut from the fin ished side of panel For best results place a scrap of wood beneath hole to be cut This gives you a clean opening Trial fit before proceeding 7 Apply the adhesive as noted Globs of adhesive should be
5. face should be sealed with a primer Bin Seal or all purpose enamel paint C After primer sealer is completely dry complete the installa tion following the installation instruction sheet When installing over PLASTER A Surface must be dry smooth and free of any dust soap scum or any other contaminants Wipe wall surface with a damp cloth B The area where the double faced tape adheres to the wall surface textured swirled finish must be sanded smooth should be sealed with a primer Bin Seal or all purpose enamel paint C After primer sealer is completely dry complete the installa tion following the installation instruction sheet When installing over CEMENT CONCRETE A Surface must be dry smooth and free of any dust soap scum or any other contaminants Wipe wall surface with a damp cloth B The complete area should be sealed with two coats of primer Bin Seal or all purpose enamel paint C After primer sealer is completely dry complete the installa tion following the installation instruction sheet 1 CORNER PANELS 2 FINAL FIT 3 BACK PANEL When installing over OLD TILE A Surface must be dry smooth and free of any dust soap scum or any other contaminants Wipe wall surface with a damp cloth NOTE CERAMIC LOOSE TILE MUST BE REMOVED PLASTIC ALL TILE MUST BE REMOVED B Complete the installation following the installation instruc tion sheet When installing over WALLPAPER A All wallpape
6. piled approximately 1 2 high and 1 in diameter Add adhesive around drilled holes Remove backing from factory applied pressure sensitive tape 2 Bull Nose Must Face To Outside of Shower EEE a 8 Carefully line up front edge of panel with front edge of shower floor and overlap corner panel 8A IMPORTANT Grout lines and top edge of side panel should be aligned with grout lines and top edge of corner panels If floor has settled or is out of plumb a gap between bottom edge of wall and shower floor ledge may exist This gap can be filled in with caulking see CAULKING below Press firmly starting from bottom and continuing up to insure solid NOTE Special attention should be given to pressing the center of the panels firmly against the wall to insure adequate contact of the tape and adhesive make a template from cardboard to help position your side panel over plumbing outlets Transfer measurements to panel making sure before you drill that you have selected the correct anel wall contact i Repeat steps 7 and 8 for other side panel CAULKING Following instructions on the caulking tube apply a bead of caulk along the gap between bottom edge of Showerwal and shower floor ledge It is also suggested that a thin bead of caulking be applied to overlap between back panel side panels and corner panels Caulking should also be applied along front and top edges of wall installation
7. r must be removed from the area to be covered by unit Surface must be dry smooth and free of any dust soap scum or any other contaminants Wipe wall surface with a damp cloth B For maximum adhesion the complete wall surface area to be covered by unit should be sealed with two coats of primer Bin Seal or all purpose enamel paint C After primer sealer is completely dry complete the installa tion following the installation instruction sheet When installing over MASONITE A Surface must be dry smooth and free of any dust soap scum or any other contaminants Wipe wall surface with a damp cloth B Complete installation following the installation instruction sheet Hunn T 4 IMPORTANT TRIAL FIT For a pro Remove backing from pressure TRIAL FIT Carefully center back panel allow the right Grout lines and top edge of back fessional installation sensitive tape and carefully posi and left top edges to evenly overlap corner panels panel should be aligned with grout and proper grout line tion corner panel Press firmly Make a light pencil mark on corner panel where back lines and top edge of corner alignment it will be nec making sure all areas make firm panel will be positioned Apply the adhesive as noted panels 4a essary to shim between contact to wall Repeat for instal Globs of adhesive should be piled approximately 1 2 high and 1 in diameter NOTE Special attention should be given to pressing the e
8. tever tools are needed to remove faucet handles Panels mount to the wall with supplied adhesive Panels come with factory applied pressure sensitive tape affixed permanently to the outside edges DO NOT NAIL PANELS TO SUBWALLS INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Allow panels to adjust to room temperature 65 to 90 for at least 6 hours Next turn off hot and cold water supply remove faucet handles escutcheons and any fittings mounted to wall to be covered including towel bars soap dishes etc Use hammer and chisel to remove objects cemented to walls Old ceramic tiles if adhered solidly to walls may be covered with this kit and need not be removed Loose tiles must be removed sand sub walls smooth Front edge tiles may be reset for appearance only Remove soap film and dirt from wall surface using detergent Wipe dry wall surface must be dry before panels can be applied Measure the width of the back wall If it measures less than 30 or more than 63 you cannot use this unit Likewise if your shower area is less than 31 deep or more than 36 deep this unit is not suitable for your installation BE SURE TO READ THE ENTIRE INSTALLATION SHEET BEFORE STARTING SIDE PANELS The side panels are interchangeable from right to left However for proper fit the 2 Bull Nose see product drawing on this page must face to the outside of the shower CORNER PANELS Sides of corner panels are different widths One side is 5
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