UNIDOOR X (STYLE M3) SHOWER DOOR & GLASS PANEL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT DreamLine® reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice for the purpose of product improvement and customer experience. Please refer to the model’s web page on DreamLine.com for the latest technical drawings, installation manuals, warranty information or additional product details.
UNIDOOR-Xe Styled M e n v i r GLASS-TO-GLASS HINGE SLHOWERsD eOOR INSTALLATION m e a sR e r D ght © Ri All IMPORTANT DreamLine® reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice for the purpose of product improvement and customer experience. Please refer to the model’s web page on DreamLine.com for the latest technical drawings, installation manuals, warranty information or additional product details.
d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t D gh © Ri All This model is treated with DreamLine’s exclusive ClearMaxTM Glass technology. This is a specially-formulated coating that prevents the build up of soap and water spots. Install the surface with the ClearMaxTM label towards the inside of the shower. Please note that depending on the model, the glass may be coated on either one or both surfaces. d e e in erv L s m e a R the glass after e r For best results, squeegee s t D dryhwith a soft cloth.
Table of Contents Section title Important Steps Page # Model Numbers 3 2 d e e n v i r L e s m e a R e Dr ghts © Ri All Model Styles and Manuals Preparation Tools Parts List & Detailed Diagram of shower door components Installation of 6” Hinge Panel with Hinge Panel Glass Bracket 4~5 6 7 8 Installation of 24” Hinge Panel Glass with L-Bar™ 10~14 15~21 Hinges and Door Glass installation 22~23 Vinyl Seals 24~25 Adjustable Hinge instructions 27 Product maintenance 28 NOTE: Unpack your unit ca
! The hinge panel glass must be properly installed and secured to support the weight of the door glass. Failure to follow these steps may result in the hinge panel glass pulling out of the U-Channel.
Model Numbers d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t D gh © Ri All UNIDOOR-X Style M with 6” hinge panel with Hinge Panel Glass Bracket UNIDOOR-X Style M with 24” hinge panel with Left or Right L-Bracket D12372-## D12472-## D12572-## D12672-## D12772-## D12872-## D12972-## D13072-## D32372L-## D32372R-## D32472L-## D32472R-## D32572L-## D32572R-## D32672L-## D32672R-## D32772L-## D32772R-## D32872L-## D32872R-## D32972L-## D32972R-## D33072L-## D33072R-## d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t D gh © Ri l l A ##-
This Unidoor-X Style M manual is used with the following Model Styles: d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t D gh © Ri All Style L1 Style M Style M2 Style M1 ! d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t D gh © Ri l l A Style M4 Style M3 When installing one of the glass-to-glass hinges configurations shown above; Discard the Style A manual that is packaged with the door glass and use this Style M manual for the installation of the hinge panel glass and door glass.
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©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Preparation 1. Prior to installation, examine all boxes and packages for shipping damage and compare the piece count with your packing slip. After opening all boxes and packages read this introduction carefully. Check that all of the needed parts are included in the package by checking off the components on the “Detailed Diagram of Shower Door Components”.
©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Tools Level d e e n Tape Phillips v i r L e Pencil Measure s Screwdriver m e a R e r s t D gh © Ri All Drill bit (Ø=5/16") Drill bit (Ø=1/8") Metal File 100% Silicone* Power Drill Hammer Miter saw or Hacksaw *Quick-drying/fast curing silicone recommended for the installation of hinge panels.
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©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Installation steps Style M - 6” & 24” Inline Panel and Shower Door Installation NOTE: The following shower door installation instructions should be used as a general guide and prerequisite to the installation of the UNIDOOR Style M, M1, M2, M3, M4 and L1 models. Before you begin the installation, please check your finished opening size and model dimensions to ensure proper placement of the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) and Door Glass (#01).
©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Installation steps for 6” hinge panel with Hinge Panel Glass Bracket 1. Draw a line on the threshold and up the wall to represent the outside edge of the U-channels. Make sure the line is parallel to the front edge of the threshold. (Fig 1) 2. Use a hacksaw or a miter saw: Cut the Vertical U-channel to 69-7/16”. Cut the Bottom U-channel** to 6”.
Hinge Panel Glass Bracket (#36) on the wall and threshold to mark the holes for drilling. (Fig 3) Outside edge of U-Channel ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 3. Position the U-channels and 4. Mark the hole positions on the wall and threshold through the holes in the U-channels and the Hinge Panel Glass Bracket (#36). (Note that the Hinge Panel Glass Bracket (#36) is wider than the u-channel and must be aligned correctly with the u-channel).
install the wall anchors. • Drill Ø1/8” holes into an acrylic threshold OR •Drill Ø5/16” holes and install anchors for installation into a tile threshold. (Fig 5) ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 5. Drill Ø5/16” holes in the wall and 6. Apply silicone to the back of the U-channels and the screw holes, then install the U-channels and Hinge Panel Glass Bracket (#36) using the ST4.2 x 40mm Countersunk Screws (#23).
into the bottom U-channel to protect the bottom corners of the glass. Apply a bead of silicone into the length of the U-channels. (Fig 7) ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 7. Add the PVC Glass Spacer (0.5mm) (#34) 8. Install the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) into the U-channel, checking for level and plumb. Install the gasket into the Hinge Panel Glass Bracket (#36). (Note: Make sure the top of the hinge panel glass is at the top).
©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 9. Tighten the rubber-tipped set screws on the Hinge Panel Glass Bracket (#36) to secure the hinge panel glass. (Fig 9) d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t D gh © Ri de insi l l A ! Fig 9 NOTE: Following the installation of the Hinge Panel Glass (#32), it is required to allow the silicone to fully cure before hanging the door glass. (Fig 9) Proceed to Step #19 on Page 22 to continue the installation of the Hinges, Door Glass and other components.
©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Installation steps for 24” hinge panel glass and the L-Bar™ 10. Cut the Vertical U-channel 1 (#09) to 71”. (Fig 10) U-Channel 1 d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t D gh © Ri All 71” 71” Fig 10 11. Cut the Bottom U-channel 2 (#29) to 24” (see note** below).
onto the threshold, parallel to the outside edge. Mark the position of the U-channel and mark the position of the holes for drilling. You need to use at least 3 holes for the U-channel 2 (bottom profile) (#29): one near each end and one near the center. • Drill the holes into the threshold using an Ø1/8” drill bit. (Or use a Ø5/16” bit and anchor for tile) • Apply a bead of silicone to the bottom of the U-channel 2 (bottom profile) (#29) and attach it to the threshold using the ST4.
profile) on top of the installed bottom U-channel. Use a level to plumb the U-channel 1 (#09) (wall profile) and mark the positions of the holes for drilling. You need to use at least four holes for the U-channel 1 (#09) (wall profile). 1 ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 13. Next, position the vertical U-channel 1 (#09) (wall 2 d e e n v i r L e s m e a R e 3 Dr ghts © Ri All • Drill the holes into the wall using a Ø5/16” drill bit. • Insert the Ø5/16“ Wall Anchors (#13) into the holes.
d2 e e n v i r L e s m e a R e Dr ghts © Ri All 15. Install the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) into the U-channel 2 (#29) (bottom profile) and the U-channel 1 (#09) (wall profile). Apply a dab of silicone to the exposed end of the bottom u-channel. (Fig 15a and 15b) 1 wall ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved ! NOTE: There is a top and a bottom to the Hinge Panel Glass (#32): The top hinge cutout is 7-7/8” to center, the bottom hinge cutout is 8-3/8” to center.
©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Installation steps for 24” hinge panel glass with L-Bar™ d e e n v i r L e s m e a R e Dr ghts © Ri 35.9 l l A L- Bar™ Assembly (#35) Parts List** 35.4 35.5 35.3 35.6 35.2 35.1 35.7 35.8 d e e n v i r L e s m e a R e Dr ghts © Ri All 1 pc 35.6 Wall plate Left-hand bracket shown as an example 35.1 35.2 35.3 35.4 35.5 PVC spacer Rubber tip set screw L-Bar™ (left hand shown) Decorative cover Ø5/16” Wall anchor 1 pc 2 pcs 35.7 Truss Head Screw ST 4.
©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Left-hand bracket installation shown as an example 16. Position the L-Bar™ Assembly (#35) onto the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) as shown and mark its position on the wall. Remove the Wall Plate (#35.6) from the L-Bar™. Hold the Wall Plate (#35.6) to the marks on the wall. Check for level and mark the holes for drilling through the wider, untapped holes. (Fig 16.2) Drill two Ø5/16”(8mm) holes and insert the Ø5/16” Wall anchors (#35.5).
©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 18. Adjust the Panel Glass to plumb and tighten the screws. Attach the Decorative Cover (#35.4). Secure the L-Bar™ (#35.3) to the top of the Panel Glass using the clear gasket and rubber-tipped set screws. Firmly tighten but Do Not overtighten the set screws.
1 out ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 19. Attach the Glass-to-Glass Hinges (#05) to the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) with the bolts facing inside the shower. Install the hinges onto the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) flush with the edge of the glass. sid e d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t D gh © Ri All Fig 19 Use at least one 2mm hinge gasket per side. Tighten the hinge bolts evenly and snap in the decorative bolt caps.
1 2 ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 20. The Door Glass (#01) ships with 5/8” spacers. These 5/8” spacers will create the proper spacing at the bottom of the door glass and will ensure the installed door height finishes at 72”. (but always confirm with a measurement) 3 door glass inside door glass d e e in erv L s m e a e FigR r s t D gh 20 © Ri All 5/8” outside 2mm hinge gasket Set the Door Glass (#01) with the 5/8“ spacers attached onto the threshold, inline with the Hinge Panel Glass (#32).
Handle side of door 1 2 3 4 ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 22. Measure the bottom of the Door Glass (#01) from side to side to determine the actual width of the door. Cut the Bottom Sweep Vinyl (#07) to the size of your measurement and notch 3/8” of the inner side of the Bottom Sweep Vinyl (#07) as shown in Fig 22.2. Press the Bottom Sweep Vinyl (#07) onto the bottom edge of the Glass Door (#01).
! ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved For Style M only: If your model does not include additional panel glass, proceed to the next step to install the L-Strike Vinyl w/VHB tape (#08) to the wall. 1 Inside shower NOTE: Before installing the L-strike vinyl, refer to the adjustable hinge instructions on Page 27. d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri l l A Setting the hinges to overclose must be done BEFORE the L-Strike Vinyl w/VHB tape is installed.
©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 25. Apply a good quality mildew-resistant/waterproof silicone along the connection of both U-Channels to the wall and threshold on the inside of the shower. Remove the bottom section of the Hinge-Side Vinyl Seal (#33) and let the silicone cure before closing the door to avoid contact with the Hinge-Side Vinyl Seal (#33). (Fig 25) d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri l l A NOTE: The surfaces need to be clean and free of debris before applying silicone.
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©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Product Maintenance BASES and BACKWALLS: 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. Avoid the use of aerosol spray cleaners. Never use abrasive cleansers, metal brushes or scrapers that could scratch or dull the surface.
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©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved UNIDOOR PLUS (STYLE I) SHOWER ENCLOSURE GLASS PANEL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT DreamLine® reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice. For the latest up-to-date technical drawings, manuals, warranty information or additional details please refer to your model’s web page on DreamLine.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Style “I”: Half Frosted Band Glass Installation This model features the half frosted glass option. Hinged Left installation shown. To install for hinged Right, flip the door and panels to the proper handing. NOTE: The textured surface of both the stationary glass and door glass should face outside of the shower.
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©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Preparation 1. Prior to installation, examine all boxes and packages for shipping damage and compare the piece count with your packing slip. After opening all boxes and packages read this introduction carefully. Check that all of the needed parts are included in the package by checking off the components on the “Detailed Diagram of Shower Door Components”.
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©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Detailed Diagram of Glass Panel Components 9 13 30 23 28 11 19 26 The glass surface with the ClearMax™ label must be installed to face inside of the shower 20 29 29 Packing List 09 11 13 19 20 U-channel 1 (76”, wall profile) Stationary glass Ø5/16” Wall anchor Anti-Water strip (inline panel) Anti-Water strip (enclosure) * 1pc 1pc 14pcs 1pc 1pc 23 26 28 29 30 Countersunk screw ST4.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Style “I”: In-Line Panel with 30”-34” Return Panel Installation NOTE: The Unidoor shower door needs to be installed prior to proceeding with the following Stationary and Return Glass installation instructions. Please see the Single Shower Door installation manual included in the door packaging for complete shower door installation instructions. Before you begin the installation, please recheck your shower opening size.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 2. Please mark measurement lines on the wall and threshold for the Glass Door and U-channel according to the size of your model. You will need to use the Product Width values determined in step #1 in Size Table A. Please Note that these dimensions are nominal dimensions and not actual glass sizes. " /16 L-1 M NOTE: M and L dimensions are from the finished wall to the outside of the U-channel as shown in Fig. 1.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 4. Measure the actual width of your Return panel glass (26) panel. NOTE: You will be doing straight and 45° cuts for this enclosure installation. *All 45° cuts are from the outside dimension. (tip to tip) *It may be necessary to remove any burrs from the cut end of the U-channels with a metal file before placing the Uchannel onto the glass.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Slip the U-channel 2 (bottom profile) back onto the Return panel glass and set the Return panel glass aside. See Fig. 5 for details. 1 2 wall U-channel 1 Return glass U-channel 2 inside 3 4 5 6 inside mark + 1/2" 45° 5. Slip the cut U-channel 2 (44”, bottom profile) (29) and uncut U-channel 1 (76”, wall profile) (09) onto the Return panel glass (26) in the shown locations.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved W (+) 1/1 6" NOTE: The top of the Enclosure glass must be level with the Glass door. By using a level across the top of both the In-line Stationary panel glass (11) and door, height differences can be measured. The Adjustment spacers (28) are provided for the Return panel glass (26) only to compensate for such differences by inserting them into the U-Channel 2 (bottom profile) (29). Please use the correct spacer size that is needed for your situation. 45 ° Fig.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved NOTE: The next step involves careful handling of the glass panels that were just temporarily fixed together to determine a custom fit measurement unique to your installation. It is essential that two installers be used along with responsive communication. Fig. 9 8. Carefully butt the Return panel glass (26) up against the wall vertically according to the M value stated in Size Table A on page 5.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 9. Carefully disassemble the panels for the next steps. 90° Corner Bracket See Fig. 11 for details. U-channel 1 Anti-Water strip Return glass Stationary glass U-channel 2 U-channel 2 Painters tape Fig. 11 10. Place the U-Channel 2 (bottom profile) (29) for the Return panel glass (26) onto the threshold base in line with the inside threshold mark.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Fig. 13 11. Straight cut the U-channel 1 (76”, wall profile) (09) at the top mark that was made in step #8. Place the U-Channel 1 (wall profile) on the U-Channel 2 (bottom profile) (29) and align vertically with the inside wall mark. 1 U-Channel 1 inside outside U-Channel 2 3 Mark the drill holes on the wall through the predrilled holes in the U-Channel 1. Now drill holes in the wall using Ø5/16 drill bit and insert the Ø5/16” Wall anchors (13).
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 12. Apply waterproof silicone along the bottom surface and around the holes of the UChannel 1 (76”, wall profile) (09). Fasten the U-Channel 1 to the wall with the Countersunk screw ST4.2x40 (23). Insert the provided 2” pieces of the Adjustment Spacers (28) into U-Channel 2 (bottom profile) (29) for minor adjustments if necessary. Apply Waterproof silicone into the groove of both U-Channels. waterproof silicone 1 2 3 4 See Fig. 15 & 16 for details Fig. 15 Fig.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 13. Slide the Return panel glass (26) into the groove of both U-Channels. 1 2 NOTE: If you have difficulty sliding the Return panel glass into the U-Channels, you can slightly tap on the Return panel glass with a rubber mallet and a piece of wood. 3 See fig. 17 & 18 for details. Fig. 17 Use Adjustment spacers (#28) as necessary to level your glass Fig.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 14. Place the U-Channel 2 (bottom profile) (29) for the Stationary glass (11) onto the threshold base in line with the inside threshold mark and flush with 45° corner cut. Mark the drill holes on the threshold through the predrilled holes in the U-Channel 2 and drill the holes using Ø1/8” drill bit. Apply waterproof silicone along the bottom surface and around the holes of the U- Channel 2 and fasten it to the base with the Countersunk screws ST4.2×40 (23).
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 15. Apply Waterproof silicone into the groove of the U-Channel 2 (bottom profile) (29) and sparingly along the vertical edge of the Return panel glass (26). waterproof silicone inside See Fig. 21 & 22 for details. outside Fig. 21 Fig.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 16. Slide the Stationary glass (11) into the groove of the U-Channel. Make sure the vertical edge of the Stationary glass is flush with outer face of the Return panel glass (26) at the corner. Apply a bead of silicone on the open end of the U-Channel, and its connection. 1 2 3 4 NOTE: If you have difficulty sliding the Stationary glass into the U-Channel, you can slightly tap on the Stationary glass with a rubber mallet and a piece of wood. Fig. 23 See fig.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 17. Attach the 90° Corner Bracket (30) to the top corner of both glass panels. Ensure that the 90° Corner Bracket is square and gaskets are aligned properly before tightening the glass holding screws. Temporarily secure the corner of the glass panels with several generous strips of Painters tape to keep the corner tight until the silicone cures. See fig. 25 & 26 for details. inside Fig. 25 Fig.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 18. Apply waterproof silicone along the connection of all U-Channels to the wall and threshold on the inside of shower. Carefully apply an even bead of silicone down the inside corner of the glass panels. See Fig. 27 & 28 for details. waterproof silicone inside Fig. 27 waterproof silicone inside Fig.
©2017 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved 19. Notch the Anti-Water strip (inline panel) (19) 1” at the base to fit around bottom U-channel. Press the Anti-Water strip onto the vertical edge of the Stationary glass (11). 2 1 inside outside See Fig. 29 for details. 4 3 inside inside outside outside Fig.
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