Installation Owner's manual
Followed carefully, these installation instructions will
result in an easy, trouble-free installation of your
Swanstone product. Any deviations, additions, and/or
deletions from the prescribed installation, without prior
written approval of our Customer Service Department,
will void the warranty covering this product. Not
following the directions could also result in personal
injuries, water damage, and other damage to floors,
pipes, walls, and other portions of your building or home.
Required Tools
Circular saw with 60 to 80 tooth carbide blade
Sabre saw (straight up and down travel) with
bi-metal blade (14 teeth per inch)
Drill with 3/8” drill bit
Tape measure
Masking tape (2” wide works best)
Caulking gun
Clean paper towels or shop towels
Kit Contents
Confirm that all parts of this kit have been included
before beginning installation.
(102 long x 54 wide x 4” thick; 151 lbs.)
1 — Tub Deck Panel (48” wide x 96” long x 0.400”
thick)
Unpackaging
Use care when opening the box so that you do not
damage the panel.
This product is shipped to you or your retail center
after careful inspection. After purchasing the kit,
carefully unbox and inspect the product for any
shipping damage that may have occurred. If damage
is found, report it immediately to the store of
purchase. After inspection and during installation,
protect the products from construction damage, by
moving them to another room or area until ready to
install.
Store the panel in a flat area to avoid warpage until
the time of installation. Do not store the panel
outside of the original packaging in a vertical position.
Please use the model number located on the side of
the box or the front of this manual when contacting us
with questions concerning the installation of this
product.
Helpful Hints
Read these instructions carefully and familiarize
yourself with the various parts of the kit.
The variety of installations possible for this kit may
require procedures other than those shown. Ensure
the tub frame and deck construction is correctly
sized, plumb, and square.
Allow sufficient time for the parts in this kit to adjust to
room temperature. We do not recommend
installation of this product at temperatures below 65
degrees.
Sawhorses with 2 x 4 cross-members or a worktable
is helpful during the installation process.
Always transport the panel vertically. Use care when
laying the panel flat to prevent flexing, especially after
it has the center cutout for the tub.
Store unused materials away from the work area to
prevent accidental damage.
Preparation Tips
Prepare the mounting surface with 1/2” (13 mm)
moisture-resistant concrete board or plywood. Never
install our products directly on any surface that is, or
may become, wet or damp.
Turn off the hot and cold water supply.
Ensure all plumbing or electrical work inside the tub
base is finished prior to installation of the concrete
board or Swanstone panel.
Swanstone panels have a finished side and a
nonfinished backer side. The Swanstone panel has a
sticker or stickers attached to the nonfinished backer
side and, upon installation, should be placed against
the mounting surface.
The mounting surface must be free of dirt, film,
waxes, or any other residues.
Caulking Tips
Follow the instructions on the caulking tube.
When job is complete, inspect all caulked areas for
gaps and fill as needed.
Clean up any excess silicone using denatured alcohol
and a clean cloth.
Be very careful not to disturb caulk joints.
The Swan Corporation – Swanstone 6 800-325-7008
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