Installation Guide

Lifting Hazard
According to the National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health, the recommended maximum safe
lifting weight is 51 pounds, with all lifting conditions perfect—
minimal forward reach, steady load close to the body, straight
back, load between knees and shoulders, and good grips. To
avoid personal injury, always use these proper lifting
techniques and use two people to move cartons weighing
more than 51 pounds. The boxes containing the Swan
Corporation kits can weigh in excess of 80 pounds. Use the
appropriate lifting devices to move the load. Always use two
people when lifting heavy or bulky cartons. DO NOT attempt
to lift objects that are too heavy.
WHEN CARRYING A HEAVY LOAD—GET HELP!
Slipping Hazard
Do not install this product in the presence of water.
Installing this product without drying all surfaces, or in
the presence of water, could cause you to slip and fall due to
wet floors or spilled fluids. Personal injury can result from slips
or falls. Before installation, dry all surfaces, including the floor,
with a cloth or paper towel. Clean up all water or spilled fluids
immediately.
Tripping Hazard
Personal injury can result from tripping over power
cords, tools, or other items. DO NOT leave items
laying around the work area.
Personal Protection
Be sure to use all personal protective
equipment, such as sturdy work boots,
preferably with steel toes, gloves, and hard hat, if necessary,
to ensure your own safety. To prevent possible damage to
your hearing, always wear ear protection, such as earmuffs or
earplugs, when working around power tools.
Cutting Hazard
The installation of the Swan Corporation product may
require using power tools. Keep hands away from the
cutting edge of any tool used in the installation of our product.
Placing fingers in or around the cutting blades could result in
serious personal injury.
Sharp Edge Hazard
After cutting the edge of a Swan Corporation panel, it
can be sharp. Wear protective gloves to prevent
personal injury.
Room Temperature
Allow the Swan Corporation panels and silicone
sealants to adjust to room temperature for at
least six hours before installation. The panels should be
installed at temperatures not less than 65°F. Panels should
not be installed in areas where the temperature may drop
below freezing (32°F). Failure to follow this recommendation
could adversely affect the silicone sealants, which holds the
panels to the wall. If the panels are not correctly adhered to
the walls, they may fall off, causing possible injury to someone
in or around the bathtub enclosure.
Grab Bars
We recommend installing support grab bars that
comply with the most recent edition of ANSI-A117.1
requirements. Grab bars must be anchored to structural
support (wall studs) behind the panels. Do not rely on the
panels only for grab bar support!
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or
death.
Eye Protection
Be sure to use all personal protective equipment to
ensure your own safety. To avoid eye injury, always
wear protective glasses with side shields when using power
tools. Also, make sure no one else can be injured by flying
particles when using power tools.
Fire Hazard
Personal injury or death can result from a
fire caused by flammable liquids or
silicone sealants. Cleaners or solvents can be highly
explosive, resulting in personal injury or even death, when not
used properly. Clean up any flammable substance
immediately. Sparks or open flames can cause flammable
substances to ignite. DO NOT smoke while working on or
near any flammable substance.
Solvents Hazard
Follow all manufacturer’s safety instructions for silicone
sealants and denatured alcohol. Alcohol vapors are both
flammable and hazardous to breathe. Silicone vapors may
irritate eyes and nose. Personal injury can result from improperly
handling or use of products, such as denatured alcohol. Always
follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the safe use of
these products. Ventilate any work area before beginning to
apply silicone sealants, cleaning agents, or solvents.
Fumes Hazard
The fumes from the silicone adhesive and
solvents used by the installer can be harmful if
used in an unventilated room. Always work in a well-ventilated
area. To keep the area well-ventilated, open windows and use
exhaust fans. If adequate ventilation is not achievable or
practical, use respiratory protective equipment.
Dust Hazard
When cutting or drilling the Swan Corporation
product, use a dust collection method which
prevents dust particles from going into the air. Always work in a
well-ventilated area. Always use an OSHA approved dust mask
when cutting, drilling, or sanding Swan Corporation products.
Power Tool Hazard
To prevent personal injury or possible death, always
follow the electrical safety recommendations of the
power tool’s manufacturer. Do not use power tools in an unsafe
manner. Power tools should only be connected to a circuit
protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFI).
Shock Hazard
Never use electric power tools around water,
condensation, or other liquids. Electric shock can
cause severe burns, significant injuries, and even death. If an
extension cord is required, always use an OSHA approved
extension cord. Power cords should only be connected to a circuit
protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFI).
Electrical Shock Hazard
Contacting live electrical wiring with power tools
or hand tools can cause serious injury or death.
Make sure all related circuit breakers are turned OFF. Test for
live circuits or wiring inside any wall where installation of the
Swan Corporation product requires cutting into a wall.
WARNING
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Safety Guidelines