Charisma Tub Door & QWALL-TUB Kit Tub Door AND SHOWER BACKWALLS KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT DreamLineTM reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice. For the latest up-to-date technical drawings, manuals or any other details please refer to the support.BathAuthority.com web page.
CHARISMA SHOWER/TUB DOOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT DreamLineTM reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice. For the latest up-to-date technical drawings, manuals or any other details please refer to the support.BathAuthority.com web page. Please read these instructions carefully before installing.
Preparation 1. After opening all boxes and packages, read this introduction carefully. Check that all of the needed parts are included in the package, by marking all the components on the “Detailed Diagram of Shower/Tub Door Components”. Examine boxes and packages for shipping damage. If the unit has been damaged, has a finishing defect, or has missing parts, please contact our customer support department within 5 business days of the delivery date.
Detailed Diagram of Shower/Tub Door Components 5 1 6 3 7 8 9 4 10 11 12 2 13 14 15 16 17 Packing List 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 Guide rail Threshold Glass door Handle Wall anchor Round head screw ST4.2×16 Round head screw ST4.2×25 Round head screw ST4.
Shower/Tub Door Installation 1. Measure your finished opening width. This distance is marked as “W”. See Fig. 1 for details. Fig. 1 2. The Guide rail (01) and the Threshold (02) have been precut for an opening width of 60”. If your finished opening width is less than 60”, you will need to cut the Guide rail and the Threshold to the size of “W”. You can use a chop saw if available or a hack saw. File down any burrs that occur to prevent scratches on the wall.
W W Fig. 3 3. If the Threshold (02) has been cut off, the pre-drilled hole may be shifted. In this case you will need to drill another hole. Drill the hole from the top, 1-1/2” away from the end of the Threshold. Drill through both layers of aluminum using Ø3/16” drill bit, and then enlarge the hole of the first layer with Ø5/16” drill bit. 1 1/2″ 1 See Fig. 4 for details. Ø 3/16” 2 3/4” Ø 5/16” 3 Fig. 4 Ver. 2, Rev.
4. Place the Threshold (02) in the desired position and parallel to the front edge of the Shower base or the Tub. Measure the distance from the front edge of the Threshold to the far corner of the wall. This distance is “X”. (you will need this distance for Step 6) Mark the drill holes through the predrilled holes at both ends of the Threshold. X See Fig. 5 for details. Fig. 5 5. Drill the holes in the Shower base or the Tub using Ø 1/8” drill bit.
Height of the Guide Rail Bracket for Shower door. 6. Place your Guide Rail Bracket (11) at a height of 69-1/4” from the base and at dimension “X” from the back wall (from Step 4). Even front bottom corner of the Guide Rail Bracket with the outside of the Threshold (02) to mark the wall for drilling. Be sure to keep the Guide Rail Bracket level. X X 69 1/4” See Fig. 7 for details. Fig. 7 Height of the Guide Rail Bracket for Tub door. 7.
8. Mark the drill holes on the wall using the Guide rail bracket (11). Drill the holes using Ø 5/16” drill bit, insert the Wall anchors (05) and secure the Guide rail bracket to the wall with the Round head screw ST4.2×35 (08). See Fig. 9 for details. 1 4 2 5 3 Ø5/16" Fig. 9 9. Repeat Step 6 / Step 7 and Step 8 to mount the second Guide rail bracket (11) to the opposite wall. 1 4 2 5 See Fig. 10 for details.
. Bring the Guide rail (01) over the top of the Guide rail brackets (11) and lock them together. Mark the drill holes in the Guide rail through the hole in the middle of the bracket. Remove the Guide rail and drill the holes using Ø 1/8” drill bit. Slide the Roller assemblies (10) into the channel of the Guide rail. (Two rollers in each slot).
. Secure the Glass doors (03) onto the Roller assemblies (10) and fasten them with the provided bolts. Attach the Handle brackets (12) onto the Glass doors. Attach Handles (04) to the Handle brackets. 1 4 2 5 3 6 See Fig. 13 and Fig. 14 for details. Fig. 13 NOTICE: On the outside Glass door, the Handle must be installed outwards. On the inside Glass door, the Handle must be installed inwards. Fig. 14 Ver. 2, Rev.
. Slide the Glass doors (03) to the right side and secure the Left Guide block (13) to the left end of the Threshold (02). Drill the holes into the Threshold through predrilled holes in the Guide block and fasten the Guide Block with the Round head screw ST4.2×16 (06). Slide the Middle Guide block (13) off the left edge of the Glass doors and secure it to the center of the Threshold. Drill the holes into the Threshold using Ø 1/8” drill bit and fasten the Guide block to it using Round head screw ST4.
Caulk Fig. 17 Product Maintenance To ensure long lasting life for your acrylic back walls, wipe them off after each use with a soft cloth. To clean the acrylic back walls use non-abrasive sprays or cream based cleaners. Never use abrasive cleansers, metal brushes or scrapers that could scratch or dull the surface. To ensure long lasting life for your glass shower products, wipe them off after each use with a soft cloth.
QWALL TUB TUB ACRYLIC BACK WALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT DreamLineTM reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice. For the latest up-to-date technical drawings, manuals or any other details please refer to the support.BathAuthority.com web page. Please carefully read the instructions before installing.
Preparation 1. After opening all boxes and packages, read this introduction carefully. Check that all of the needed parts are included in the package, by marking all the components on the “Detailed Diagram of Tub Back Wall Components”. Examine boxes and packages for shipping damage. If the unit has been damaged, has a finishing defect, or has missing parts, please contact our customer support department within 3 business days of the delivery date.
Detailed Diagram of Tub Back Wall Components 4 2 1 5 3 6 7 8 9 10 Packing List 01 Side panel 2pcs 06 Wall anchor 21pcs 02 Back panel 2pcs 07 Countersunk screw ST4.2×30 21pcs 03 Decorative edge molding 2pcs 08 Decorative cover 15pcs 04 Corner cover 2pcs 09 Glass shelf 2pcs 05 Wall cover 1pc 10 Shelf bracket 6pcs NOTE: Unpack your unit carefully and inspect it. Lay it out and identify all parts using the detailed diagram and packing list in your manual as a reference.
Back Panel Installation Instruction 1. Measure the distance of the back wall of the tub (corner to corner) The distance is “W” W See Fig. 1 for details. Fig. 1 W/2 2. Divide the W measurement by 2 (W/2). Place a mark on the back wall and draw a vertical line from top to bottom. W/2 See Fig. 2 for details. Fig. 2 Rev 1.
3. Measure the side walls from the corner to the front point where the Side panel (01) is going to end. This distance is “D”. D See Fig. 3 for details. D Fig. 3 D - 1” 1” Trim line 4. Verify on which side of your tub wall the fixtures will be installed. Place a mark on the side wall (NB: not the side panel!) with a distance of 1” (one inch) from the corner and draw a vertical line from top to bottom.
Fig. 5 5. Attach the Center cover (05) vertically at the center point along the line and mark the drilling holes through the predrilled holes on the Center cover. Drill the holes using Ø5/16” drill bit and insert the Wall Anchors (06). 1 See Fig. 6 and Fig. 7 for details. 2 3 Ø5/16” 4 Fig. 6 Rev 1.
Fig. 7 6. Attach the Corner cover (04) to the corner of the wall and mark the drilling holes through the predrilled holes on the Corner cover. Drill the holes using Ø5/16” drill bit and insert the Wall Anchors (06). See Fig. 8 and Fig. 9 for details 1 3 Ø5/16” 2 4 Fig. 8 Rev 1.
Fig. 9 7. Determine the position of both Back panels (02). NOTE: a) Narrow side of the Back panel cannot be trimmed and should face the center of the Back wall. b) Wide side of the Back panel can be trimmed to the size of the wall and should face the corner. W/2-1” W/2-1” b a Place a mark on the wide side of the Back panel with a distance of (W/2 – 1”) from the center edge of the Back panel to the wide side of the Back panel and draw a straight line from top to bottom. b See Fig. 10 for details.
8. Place the Back panel (02) on a flat piece of plywood or a particle board. Cut the side end of the Back panel by making a few deep scratches with a sharp industrial knife using a T-Square tool or a handheld jig saw. See Fig. 11 and Fig. 12 for details. 1 2 Fig. 11 W/2-1” W/2-1” a Fig. 12 Rev 1.
1 9. Mount the Center cover (05) to the center of the back wall using the Countersunk screws ST4.2×30 (07). Do not tighten the screws. Leave the Center cover loose on the wall. See Fig. 13 for details. 2 Fig. 13 10. Apply the sealant to the back of the left Back panel (02). See Fig. 14 for details. Fig. 14 Rev 1.
1 11. Slide the right edge of the left Back panel (02) all the way behind the Center cover (05) and push the Back panel against the wall. You can adjust the position of the Back panel before the sealant sets. Apply equal pressure to the whole surface of the Back panel from top to bottom. Fasten the Corner cover (04) to the left corner of the back wall using the Countersunk screws ST4.2×30 (07). Do not tighten the screws. 2 See Fig. 15 for details. 3 Fig. 15 4 12.
13. Align both Back panels at the top and tighten the screws on the Center cover (05) to secure this assembly in place. 1 See Fig. 17 and Fig. 18 for details. 2 Fig. 17 Fig. 18 Rev 1.
14. Determine the position of both Side panels (01). D -1” D -1” NOTE: a) Narrow side of the Side panel cannot be trimmed and should face the corner of the side wall. b) Wide side of the Side panel can be trimmed to size of your measurements and should face the front of the tub. Place a mark on the wide side of the Side panel with a distance of D – 1” from the corner side of the Side panel to the front edge and draw a straight line from top to bottom. See Fig. 19 for details. Fig. 19 15.
D -1” D -1” Fig. 21 16. Place the marks on the Side panel (01) which is going to the side wall with the fixtures according to the taken measurements in Fig. 4. Drill the holes in the Side panel. Mind using the proper diameter saw bit or a handheld jig saw. See Fig. 22 and Fig. 23 for details. Fig. 22 Rev 1.
Fig. 23 17. Apply the sealant to the back surface of the Side panel (01). Apply the sealant around the drilled holes and to the whole back side of the Side panel. See Fig. 24 for details. Fig. 24 Rev 1.
18. Slide the edge of the Side panel (01) all the way behind the Corner cover (04) and push the Side panel against the wall. Align the top of the Side panel with the Back panel before the sealant sets. Apply equal pressure to the whole surface of the Side panel from top to bottom. Peel off the adhesive tape on the back side of the Decorative edge molding (03) and attach it to the front edge of the Side panel. Apply pressure to the Decorative edge molding from top to bottom. See Fig. 25 for details.
19. Apply the sealant to the back surface of the Side panel (01) for another side wall installation. See Fig. 27 for details. Fig. 27 20. Repeat Step 18 to install the second Side panel. 1 3 2 4 See Fig. 28 and Fig. 29 for details. Fig. 28 Rev 1.
Fig. 29 1 21. Fasten tight the Corner covers (04) and the Center cover (05) to secure the Side panels (01) and the Back panels (02) in place. See Fig. 28 for details. 2 Fig. 28 Rev 1.
22. Use decorative plugs to cover the screw holes in the Corner covers (04) and the Center cover (05). 1 See Fig. 29 for details. 2 Fig. 29 23. Apply caulk along the top edge of the panels and along the connection of the bottom edges of the panels with the tub. See Fig. 30 for details. ATTENTION: Installation of QWALL-Tub is complete. If you want to install Glass shelves (09) to your Tub Wall, follow to the next step. Fig. 30 Rev 1.
Tub Glass Shelves Installation Instruction 24. Find the desirable height for the Glass shelves (09) and mark the locations on the wall. NOTE: The Glass shelves can be installed either two in one corner, or one in each. G See Fig. 31 for details. H Fig. 31 25. Mark the location for the Shelf brackets (10) according to the measurements in Fig. 32.1. Drill the holes using Ø5/16” drill bit and insert the Wall anchors (06). 3½” 3½” 3½” See Fig. 32 for details. 1 Ø 5/16” 2 3 Fig. 32 Rev 1.
1 10. Mount the Glass brackets (10) to the wall using the Countersunk screws ST4.2×30. NOTE: padded set screw of the Glass bracket should be facing down. Slide the upper Glass shelf (09) into the Glass brackets and tighten the set screws at the bottom of the brackets. Then slide the bottom Glass shelf in place. Tighten the set screws as well. 2 See Fig. 33 and Fig. 34 for details. 3 Fig. 33 Fig. 34 Rev 1.
Product maintenance To insure long lasting life for your acrylic back walls, wipe them off after each use with a soft cloth. To clean the acrylic back walls use non-abrasive sprays or cream based cleaners. Never use abrasive cleansers, metal brushes or scrapers that could scratch or dull the surface. Acrylic cleaning procedure: Acrylic should be cleaned with warm water and a clean, nonabrasive cloth. If desired, a mild, nonabrasive detergent may also be used. Use only light pressure when cleaning.
DREAMLINE™ EXCLUSIVE LIMITED WARRANTY AS OF MAY 6, 2013 This warranty extends only to the original owner/end‐user for household use only and is not transferable to a subsequent owner. This warranty extends for a designated period of time, so long as it remains in use in its original place of installation. This warranty applies only to DreamLine products purchased from an authorized dealer in United States or Canada.
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