American Standard Bathroom Aids Saver Bath Walls User's Manual
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1. 4 754748 100 Rev C A Apply a bead of tub surround adhesive down each stud that will come in contact with the side panels being sure to stay below the line previously marked B Lay a bead of sealant along side panel mating surface and tub ledge Pencil line ii Tub Surround Adhesive studs Sealant a edge D Locate and drill a clearance hole in the center of the top nailing flange and centered on each stud see arrows as shown Also drill clearance holes in the front nailing flange on each side panel at approx 12 intervals centered on the flange see arrows as shown Install galvanized screws through each hole and into the studs securing the wall panel C Align the top nailing flange of each side panel with pencil line marked Press firmly into place to ensure proper adhesion to studs Check alignment with all mating surfaces and reposition if necessary Sealant side panel Ssa a surface Ra Drill clearance holes for screws f L L 754748 100 Rev C Install temporary braces to hold the When installing greenboard position center of the back and side panels tight drywall screws above the top nailing to the studs for approximate2. following toll free number 800 442 1902 www americanstandard com 7 754748 100 Rev C
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4. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS American Standard Style That Works Better SAVER BATH WALLS MODEL 2649BW USE BATH WALL 2649BW WITH BATH TUB 2647 102 or 2647 202 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 Certain installations may require professional help Also be sure your installation conforms to local codes BEFORE YOU BEGIN Local building codes vary by location Observe all local plumbing and building codes Unpack your new shower walls and inspect them carefully for damage Verify that the walls are the correct size for your installation Refer to American Standard roughing in information for specific dimensions for each model NOTE Take extra care in handling the front surfaces of the walls Use only non abrasive cloths to avoid scratching REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS TOOLS MATERIALS Pencil Tape Measure Acrylic Latex or Acrylic Silicone Sealant Drill Caulking Gun Galvanized or corrosion resistant flat head screws 3 4 minimum length Hole Saw or Level 2 x 4 lumber for additional wall studs as required Sabre Saw Square Tub Surround Adhesive 1 x 4s if installing shower doors PREPARATION Saver bath tub walls are to be installed directly ill x 1 over stud walls Drywall is not required ustration A Remove dry wall surface and ensure that Each al
5. ate this limited warranty the purchaser must go online to our website at www americanstandard us com warranty to register their bath walls within thirty 30 days of purchase In no 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 This limited warranty DOES NOT COVER the following 1 Defects or damages arising from shipping installation alterations accidents abuse misuse lack of proper maintenance and cleaning as directed in the owner s manual 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 and the expense of normal maintenance 3 Commercial application 4 Options and accessories American Standard s limited warranty on these items is one year for parts only and excludes labor This one year limited warranty covers accessories manufactured by American Standard e g aprons drains grab bars heaters trim kits against defects of material or workmanship Warranty coverage begins on the date the accessory was originally purchased by the owner 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 LIAB
6. cove alcove is plumb and square Illustration 1 ZB eed and square B Identify your model number in the illustrations which follow Prepare studs as indicated Product names listed herein are trademarks of AS America Inc AS America Inc 2012 754748 100 Rev C Installation for use with tub Model 2647 202 The studs should be located as shown to properly support walls Provide additional studs where illustrated below ean be nea simmi 54mm pe Installation for use with tub Model 2647 102 The studs should be located as shown to properly support walls Provide additional studs where illustrated below lg 9 1 4 235mm 60 1524mm l 10 a 10 gt 254mm 254mm IMPORTANT C Rough plumbing and fittings must be installed before walls NOTE Installation over greenboard or firewalls If installing wall panels over greenboard and or firewall material and not directly on the studs your alcove dimensions must consider the thickness of this material Measure from the insi
7. de of the finished walls 754748 100 Rev C INSTALLATION PROCEDURES If you plan to install a bath shower door a 1 x 4 must be installed in the pocket on the back of both side walls A Cut one end of the 1 x 4 to 45 as shown Fig 1 Then cut the 1 x 4 to a length of 57 1 2 B Apply a bead of tub surround adhesive in the pocket of each side wall With 45 cut end down and angle facing out attach board butting up to the top of the pocket Allow time to cure Nailing flange top Back view of Nailing flange side wall top Typical of both 1x4 side walls Butt to top of pocket Fig 1 ADHESIVE N 7 1x4 71 1 2 Nailing WALL 1816mm flange POCKET WALL Shower Front view of side FRONT NAILING Base FLANGE 57 1 2 1461mm Tub wall Typical of both side walls Tub Surround Adhesive 1x4 Butt to top 1 Wall pocket of pocket front A Position the three panels into the alcove Lower each panel onto the bathtub to ensure that the panels fit Top Nailing flange properly in the alcove B Mark the appropriate side panel right or left cutouts for plumbing fixtures Refer to plumbing fixture installation instructions for hole dimensions and placement Carefully locate mark and cut holes using the properly sized hole saw C When satisfied with fit mark a line across the top of the panels on each stud Remove the panels The marked l
8. ild liquid household detergent cleaner Do not use Lestoil Lysol Disinfectant spray or concentrate or Lysol Basin Tub and Tile Cleaner Windex Mr Clean Dow Disinfectant Bathroom Cleaner or cleaning products in aerosol cans e Do not use wire brushes knives or sharp objects to remove stains cigarette tar deposits or other surface blemishes e Abrasive cleaners or powders must not be used since they will dull the surface If the glossy surface loses its sheen dulled areas or light scratches can be restored by rubbing with a white automotive type polishing compound and waxing with a liquid wax e Do not wax areas where you walk or stand Do not allow nail polish remover acetone dry cleaning fluid paint remover or other solvents to come into contact with the surface e Clean the surrounding surface immediately after using caustic drain cleaners e Burning cigarettes will damage the surface e Should damage to the fixture occur repairs can be made quickly and easily Your distributor or builder can provide details AS America Inc Limited Lifetime Warranty for Saver Walls AS America Inc American Standard warrants to the original consumer purchaser that it will at its option repair or replace this these walls or any of its parts that are found by American Standard in its sole judgment to be defective under normal residential use and maintenance so long as it is owned by the original consumer purchaser To activ
9. ine will help align the panels in subsequent steps Mark for plumbing fixtures H Bath Tub Front Nailing Flange ng L 3 754748 100 Rev C Pencil line A Apply a bead of tub surround adhesive down each stud that will come in contact with the back panel being sure to stay below the line you marked You do not need to apply adhesive to the corner studs B Lay a bead of sealant along tub ledge C Reposition back panel aligned with pencil line and press ive firmly against studs A Locate and drill a clearance hole in the center of the top nailing flange and centered on each stud see arrows as shown e Also drill four evenly spaced clearance holes on the front nailing flange on each side see arrows as shown B Ensuring mating surface is square and plum Fig 2 install galvanized screws through each clearance hole and into the studs securing the wall panel C Add a bead of sealant down the vertical corner of the back panel Fig 2 Drill clearance hole for screw in top nailing flange Drill clearance Mating surface holes for screws square and plum Drill clearance hole for screw in front nailing flange Sealant _ A
10. ly 24 hours flange If you choose to screw while adhesive sets Add cushioning through the nailing flange you between panels and braces to prevent MUST drill clearance holes in the scratching the panels flange to avoid cracking damaging the flange A After greenboard is installed apply finished sealant bead to all edges and joints Follow sealant manufacturers recommended cure time B Make connections to supply and drain lines Green Board 6 754748 100 Rev C POST INSTALLATION CLEAN UP Remove all construction debris Tile grout can be removed with a wooden popsicle stick or tongue depressor Do not use wire brushes or any other metal implement on surface Post installation clean up generally can be completed using warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent Stubborn dirt or stains may be removed using granular Spic and Span mixed with water Painter s naphtha can be used to remove excess adhesives and or wet oil base paint AFTERCARE and CLEANING A WARNING Cleaning products with labels that say not suitable for use with ABS acrylic or polystyrene SHOULD NOT BE USED Read all labels carefully e Excessively hot water may cause surface damage e HARSH CHEMICALS SHOULD NEVER BE USED ON SHOWER WALL SURFACE Clean after use with a m
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