American Standard 6032Y1.BW.XXX User's Manual
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1. Product names listed herein are trademarks of AS America Inc AS America Inc 2008 754284 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 bathtub walls 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 Check that there are no screws nails or staples in the studs which would interfere with the tub or wall installation e If installing over existing tub check that studs are plumb to the tub 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 tub is level and studs are plumb to the sub floor Fig 1 STEP 2 TUB INSTALLATION e Follow Manufacturer s instructions for installing your tub IMPORTANT Tub must be plumb and square to alcove for proper wall installation STEP 3 TRIAL FITTING PANELS e Place back panel first then fit side panels by aligning pins on side panels with slots on back panel Fig 2 e The stud on each side of the back panel should contact the entire length of the back p2. Inc By Telephone NTERTE P O Box 659 1 800 442 1902 West Caldwell N J 07007 32 Attention Customer Care Center cy beas Jus rock net saz 754284 100 Rev A
3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS American Standard Acrylux Builder Series Style That Works Better Bath Tub Walls Models 6030Y1 BW XXX 6032Y1 BW XXX 6030Y1 BWT XXX 6032Y1 BWT 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 RECOMMENDED TOOLS Tape Measure Pencil Level Screwdriver Screws 1 Flathead Stainless Caulk Gun Drill Hole or Saber Saw Safety Glasses MATERIALS e 2 Masking Tape e 2 Tubes of Adhesive Compatible with Polystyrene e Caulk for Faucet Installation e Screws 1 Flathead Stainless e Shims 6030Y1 BW XXX 6032Y1 BW XXX 6030Y1 BWT XXX K 6032Y1 BWT XXX 30 a 32 813mm Back Panel Side Panel 60 Side 1524mm Panel 58 1473mm 60 Door Opening 1524mm 6030 STUD LAYOUT W X 6032 STUD LAYOUT X The Acrylux Tub Wall will The Acrylux Tub Wall will fit all standard 30 x 60 fit all standard 32 x 60 bathtubs 31 1 2 bathtubs 33 1 2 800mm 838mm bea IG stud location 1524mm gt stud location a 60 1524mm
4. anel 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 tub Make sure panels are resting flat on tub e Align the front of the side walls and the front of the tub 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 Q FIGURE 1 Check that studs are plumb with floor tub FIGURE 2 Align pins with slots on back wall FIGURE 3 Stud must contact entire length of back panel o SHIM PANELS AT EACH STUD IF NECESSARY TO ASSURE THEY SIT FLAT ON TUB AND FIT TIGHTLY TOGETHER FIGURE 4 You can shim against the stud 754284 100 Rev A INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued STEP 4 INSTALLING TUB WALL IN ALCOVE e Apply a generous bead of adhesive below mark on each back wall stud only follow adh
5. cone 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 tub 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 ey N FIGURE 5 Mark studs n 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 754284 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
6. curred 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 and 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 By Mail American Standard
7. e 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 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 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 5 Postage or shipping costs for returning products for repairs or replacement under this limited warranty and labor or other costs in
8. esive 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 panel firmly into place Fig 6 e Reposition shims as needed e Align the front of the side walls and the front of the tub 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 canning and helps deaden the sound in finished alcove STEP 5 CAULKING e When installed on an American Standard Acrylux Bathtub your American Standard Tub Wall is designed to function properly without being caulked If you prefer the appearance of caulked joints all seams may be caulked e Caulk must be applied around holes for the faucet diverter valve and shower head e If your American Standard Acrylux Tub Walls are used on a bathtub other than an American Standard Acrylux Tub it will be necessary to caulk all seams e If a tub door is installed it will require caulking between the tub the walls and the door e When caulking is required always use a good grade sili
9. 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 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 have to be used see chart to right Be careful Using grit that is too coarse may actually put in more scratches than it removes DEEP GOUGE 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 produc
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