American Standard 6032Y1.SW.XXX User's Manual
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1. FIGURE 1 Check that studs are plumb with floor shower FIGURE 2 Stud must contact entire length of back panel M J FIGURE 3 Align pins with slots on back wall SHIM PANELS AT EACH STUD IF NECESSARY TO ASSURE THEY SIT FLAT ON SHOWER BASE AND FIT TIGHTLY TOGETHER FIGURE 4 You can shim against the stud 754286 100 Rev A INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued STEP 4 INSTALLING SHOWER WALL IN ALCOVE e Apply a generous bead of adhesive below mark on each back wall stud only follow adhesive manufacturer s recommended instructions e Position back panel in place and press firmly against studs to assure full contact with adhesive e Apply adhesive to studs for side panel opposite the shower controls e Push side panel firmly into place e Apply adhesive to each stud for faucet side panel and push side panel firmly into place Fig 6 e Reposition shims as needed e Align the front of the side walls and the front of the shower base e With walls properly positioned and shimmed screw front flanges of side panels to studs e Screw top flange of side panels to studs e Screw back panel flange to studs e After installation is complete press panels against each stud to assure full contact with the adhesive This will prevent the wall from oil cann2. to wash 1000 2000 grit the paper frequently with water as you sand 4 If all of the scratches cannot be removed with 1500 grit switch to 1000 grit This should remove most fine scratches If you have deep scratches or a gouge coarser paper may DEEP GOUGE have to be used see chart to right Be careful Using grit that is too coarse may actually 5 put in more scratches than it removes 600 2000 grit 5 Once you have removed all of the scratches by sanding the finest paper possible repeat the sanding process using successively finer grits of paper until you have once again SCRATCH SANDPAPER GUIDE sanded with 2000 grit 6 Now use 3M rubbing compound 05933 on a soft damp cloth Polish using considerable pressure to produce a smooth shiny finish AS AMERICA INC AMERICAN STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ACRYLUX PRODUCTS AS America Inc American Standard warrants to the original consumer purchaser that it will at its option repair or replace any of its plumbing products found by it to be defective under normal use and maintenance within the following periods from date of purchase Electronic Components two 2 years Pump Motors three 3 years Fittings and Plumbing two 2 years Shell ten 10 years residential three 3 years commercial In the event of a limited warranty claim proof of purchase will be required save sales receipt This limited warranty DOES NOT COVER the following 1 Defects
3. 902mm 914mm Y 48 N Je 1219mm X stud location MN 32 5813mm Shower Wall Z r gt RSS NIN wr 6032Y1 SW XXX 70 STUD LAYOUT 1778mm Shower wall will fit all standard 32 x 60 shower bases N N N 33 1 2 851mm 60 1524mm _ K stud location Product names listed herein are trademarks of AS America Inc AS America Inc 2008 3838Y1 CWT XXX Shower Wall STUD LAYOUT Shower wall will fit all standard 38 x 38 Corner Entry Neo shower bases X stud location 754286 100 Rev A INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT e Allow panels to reach room temperature before installation e Before you begin locate appropriate product reference see page 1 e Read installation instructions carefully before starting project e Keep instructions for warranty information Caulk will be necessary when installing American Standard walls on a shower base from another manufacturer STEP 1 PREPARING ALCOVE e Strip alcove to the bare studs It may be necessary to add a stud at each front corner to provide attachment for side panels as shown in appropriate stud layout on page 1 e Check that there are no screws nails or staples in the studs which would interfere with the base or wall installation e If installing over existing base check that stud
4. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Acrylux Builder Series Shower Walls Models 3232Y1 SW XXX 3636Y1 SW XXX 4834Y1 SW XXX 6032Y1 SW XXX 3838Y1 CWT XXX Thank you for selecting American Standard the benchmark of fine quality for over 100 years To ensure this product is installed properly please read these instructions carefully before you begin Local building codes vary by location Observe all local plumbing and building codes American Stamdard Style That Works Better 3232Y1 SW XXX X stud location RECOMMENDED TOOLS Shower Wall Tape Measure Hole or Saber Saw STUD LAYOUT Safety Glasses Caulk Gun XJ Shower wall will fit all standard anna 2 x 32 shower bases 3 16 Drill Bit Pencil io a i Screwdriver Square K i Drill Level j 778mm 381 2 MATERIALS 851mm e 2 Tubes of Adhesive Compatible with Polystyrene e Screws 1 Flathead Stainless lt 3 poa aaa e 2 Masking Tape N e Caulk for Faucet Installation stud location e Shims 3636Y1 SW XXX 4834Y1 SW XXX ee ma a Shower Wall Shower Wall STUD LAYOUT Shower wall will fit all standard EAA STUD LAYOUT 36 x 36 shower bases RS Shower wall will fit all standard hei al 34 x 48 shower bases W N N W 70 E L 1168 Door 1778mm 70 bel Opening i x x i 1778mm Zz we 35 1 2 R Iy
5. R ASSEMBLED OP OF STUD WALL ON SHOWER FIGURE 5 Mark studs ae ee FIGURE 6 Apply adhesive FIGURE 7 Shim studs WARNING Some cleaning products are not suitable for use Read all labels carefully DO NOT USE if they say not suitable for use with ABS acrylic or polystyrene 754286 100 Rev A SCRATCH REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS 1 For effective scratch removal and polishing you will need to purchase these items 1 sheet 1000 grit 3M wet dry sandpaper 1 sheet 1500 grit 3M wet dry sandpaper 1 sheet 2000 grit 3M wet dry sandpaper 1 small container of 3M rubbing compound 05933 These items can be purchased at most auto supply stores that provide supplies to professional paint and body shops Call before you go Not all auto supply stores will have these items 2 Start sanding with 2000 grit paper Use small squares of paper about 2 x 2 for all sanding and use lots of water The water serves as both a lubricant and to prevent residue buildup on the paper Residue buildup shortens the effective life of the paper and may scratch the surface you are trying to polish 3 2000 grit paper is the finest grit available the higher the number the finer the grit If you MEDIUM SCRATCH can t remove all of the scratches with 2000 grit switch to 1500 grit Remember
6. d users of plumbing products should determine whether there are any code restrictions on the installation or use of a specific product 8 If a whirlpool unit is purchased by a dealer and used as a demonstration unit the limited warranty takes effect as soon as the dealer uses the product as a demo If this demonstration unit is subsequently sold to a customer the dealer may transfer the remaining period of the limited warranty to the buyer only with American Standard written approval This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other statutory rights that vary from state to state or from province to province in which case this limited warranty does not affect such statutory rights WTERTE By Mail American Standard Inc By Telephone P O Box 659 1 800 442 1902 West Caldwell N J 07007 oy Attention Customer Care Center 7 Cc N s US rock Wo 4 754286 100 Rev A
7. ing and helps deaden the sound in finished alcove STEP 5 CAULKING e When installed on an American Standard Shower Base your American Standard Shower Wall is designed to function properly without being caulked However if you prefer the appearance of caulked joints all seams must be caulked e Caulk must be applied around holes for the faucet diverter valve and shower head e If your American Standard Shower Walls are used on a shower base other than an American Standard base it will be necessary to caulk all seams If a shower door is installed it will require caulking between the base the walls and the door e When caulking is required always use a good grade silicone caulk for best results STEP 6 FINISHING DRYWALL e Using lattice strips or 1 4 luan shim studs so that drywall will overlap nail flange smoothly If your wall extends past the shown alcove it may be necessary to shim these studs Fig 7 e Install 1 2 drywall on sides of alcove first then the back TILE e Install 1 2 drywall up to not over wall nail flanges e Tile may now be installed over drywall up to the wall CLEANING e Do not use any abrasive cleaners or metal scrapers e If drywall mud or plaster gets on your shower it may be carefully removed with a wooden scraper made from a piece of scrap wood e Adhesive may be removed with mineral spirits e Ideal cleaners are Soft Scrub Gel or Comet Gel MARK T CENTE
8. or damage arising from shipping installation alterations accidents abuse misuse lack of proper maintenance and use of other than genuine American Standard replacement parts in all cases whether caused by a plumbing contractor service company the owner or any other person 2 Deterioration through normal wear and tear 3 Expense of normal maintenance periodic replacement of washers seals etc is a normal maintenance requirement 4 INNO EVENT WILL AMERICAN STANDARD BE LIABLE FOR THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY INSTALLATION MATERIALS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO TILES MARBLE ETC 5 Postage or shipping costs for returning products for repairs or replacement under this limited warranty and labor or other costs incurred in connection with product removal or installation under this limited warranty 6 ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ALL OF WHICH ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED OR THE EXTENSION BEYOND THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OF ANY IMPLIED LIMITED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR AN INTENDED PURPOSE Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied limited warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you 7 Responsibility for compliance with local code requirement Since code requirements vary greatly distributors dealers installation contractor an
9. s are plumb to the base then go to Step 3 e For new construction place studs as shown in appropriate stud layout on page 1 e Check that the sub floor for the base is level and studs are plumb to the sub floor Fig 1 STEP 2 BASE INSTALLATION e Follow Manufacturer s instructions for installing your base IMPORTANT Shower base must be plumb and square to alcove for proper wall installation STEP 3 TRIAL FITTING PANELS e Place back panel first The stud on each side of the back panel should contact the entire length of the back panel Fig 2 e Fit the side panels by aligning pins on side panels with slots on back panel Fig 3 e f the studs and back panel do not contact correctly you will need to shim for support Fig 4 e Center assembled wall on base Make sure panels are resting flat on base e Align the front of the side walls and the front of the base This makes drywall installation easier e f necessary shim between wall panels and studs to provide a tight fit between the back and side panels Fig 4 e Measure and mark all control holes After removing side panels drill or saw necessary holes IMPORTANT Drill or saw holes from the front side Cover area to be cut with masking tape to prevent chipping and scratching e Mark the height of the wall on each stud to indicate where to apply adhesive on the stud Fig 5 e Remove panels from alcove INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
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