ENIGMA AIR d SHOWER DOOR / TUB DOOR I NSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS e e v in r L e s m e a R e r s 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 D ght © Ri All This model is treated with DreamLine’s exclusive ClearMaxTM Glass technology. This is a specially formulated coating that prevents the buildup 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.
Table of Contents Page # Handing Information Installing the Enclosure model 2 3 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Tips 4 Reinforcement Information 5 Preparation Tools d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All 6 7 Detailed Diagram of Shower Door Components 8 Parts List Installation Steps 9 Vinyl Seals 10-29 25 SafeStop™ Bumper 26-27 Stoppers 28 Product Maintenance 30 Maintenance Checklist 31 d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All ! This product should be installed by someone
Handing Information d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri P All AN EL EL D OOR PAN DOO R d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All Right-Hand door installation ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved Left-Hand door installation NOTE: This door is reversible for right or left-hand door installation. The right-hand door installation is shown as an example throughout this manual.
Installing the Enclosure model NOTE: This manual will describe the installation of the single threshold model of the ENIGMA AIR. For the ENIGMA AIR Enclosure installation, use the installation manual that is packaged with the return panel glass. d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All ENIGMA AIR ENCLOSURE SHOWER ENCLOSURE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT DreamLine® reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice.
ENIGMA-AIR troubleshooting and maintenance tips Right Hand door installation shown as an example Stopper properly positioned and tight -door stops well before handle can contact the panel glass when door is in the fully open position Guide Rail bracket flush with wall and set screws tight Roller wheels adjusted as needed so that the bulb vinyl seal makes even contact with the wall from top to bottom d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All Rotate disk to adjust Roller wheels tight with proper cle
Reinforcement for Enigma Series Heavy Glass frameless sliding shower door Install studs OR install 2”x 6” wood blocking between the studs where the Guide Rail Brackets will attach to the wall d Stu or d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All 2” ” X6 2” ” X6 measured from threshold* (see list below) ©2019 DreamLine.
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”.
Tools Level Phillips Screwdriver Painter’s Tape Tape Measure Pencil Carpenter’s Square Silicone d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All Drill bit (D=5/16") Drill bit (D=1/8") Metal File Power Drill Professional-grade Glass suction cup Soft Head Hammer Extender driver bit Top Tip: Measure the finished opening before proceeding with the installation to be sure that the correct model size has been ordered. Chop saw and Hacksaw Threshold must be level.
Detailed Diagram of Shower Door Components 7 1 16 17 18 4 8 d e e in erv L s m e 9 a R e r s D ght © Ri All 5 6a 6b 6 PAN 2 EL 3 19 DOO R 14 20 26 d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D13 ght © 12 Ri All 11 The glass surface with the ClearMax™ label must be installed to face inside of the shower ENIGMA AIR Shower and Tub Door manual Ver 1 Rev 6 062019 ©2019 DreamLine.
Parts List QTY 1 pc 01 U-Channel 02 Stationary Glass 03 Door Glass 04 Guide Rail 05 Stopper 06a/6b Guide Rail Bracket 2 pcs 07 Glass Bracket 2 pcs 08 Roller 2 pcs 09 Roller Guard 2 pcs 10 Threshold End Cap 1 pc 11 Anti-splash Threshold 1 pc 12 Guide Block 1 pc 13 Anti-water Side Strip 2 pcs 14 Bumper Strip 1 pc 15 Handle 1 pc 16 5/16" Wall Anchor 7 pcs 17 ST4.0 x 40 Pan Head Screw 4 pcs 18 ST4.
Installation Steps 1. Check both of the finished walls for plumb and the threshold for level. (Fig 1) ! NOTE: This model will allow for up to 1/4” of out-of-plumb adjustment within the u-channel on the inline panel side only d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All NOTE: The right-hand door installation is shown as an example throughout this manual. For the left-hand door installation, simply begin on the opposite wall and reverse the orientation of the steps shown. Fig 1 2.
! Cut the Guide Rail (#04) from the door end only which is the end opposite from the glass bracket holes. Finished opening (W) - 1” = finished cut length panel end glass bracket holes d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All panel end door end NOTE: Use a metal file to remove any burrs from the cut end of the Guide Rail (#04). Cut from the door end only Metal File Fig 2b 3.This model requires a minimum 2-1/4” of flat threshold space for installation.
4. Align the outside edge of the U-Channel (#01) with the inside of the mark on the threshold. Use a level to plumb the U-Channel (#01) and mark its position on the wall. Mark the four holes for drilling through the pre-drilled holes in the U-Channel (#01). (Fig 4) d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All U-Channel Fig 4 5. Remove the U-Channel (#01) from the wall and drill the anchor holes using a Ø5/16” drill bit and insert the 5/16” Wall Anchors (#16).
outside inside 1-1/4" d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght H © Ri H All Guide Rail Bracket U-channel Right hand door installation shown as example outside outside 1 1/4” 1 1/4” Guide Rail Bracket Fig 6a (H)=72 1/4” tub height Fig 6b HEIGHT H= 76" shower 62" tub 72-1/4" 58-1/4" ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved U-Channel From the inside of the shower, measure up from the threshold to the mark the bottom of the Guide Rail Bracket (#06) using Table 1 below.
7. Hold the Guide Rail Bracket (#06) in the marked position and mark the hole for drilling through the Guide Rail Bracket (#06) using a pencil (or center punch). (Fig 7) (=) CL (=) d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All The guide rail wall bracket should be centered in the bracket as shown to allow for vertical adjustment both up and down. top ! Note that the bottom of the bracket is thicker than the top and must be installed correctly bottom Fig 7 8.
9. Insert the Stationary Glass (#02) into the installed U-Channel (#01). (Fig 9) ! Use Caution not to bang the glass into the U-Channel or threshold. d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All Use a Professional-grade Glass suction cup (if available) when handling heavy glass. Fig 9 10. Make sure the Stationary Glass (#02) is parallel to the front edge of the threshold and mark it. Slide the Guide Block (#12) into the notch of the Stationary Glass (#02), and align flush with the edge of the glass.
11. Remove the Stationary Glass (#02) from the U-Channel (#01) and carefully set it aside. (Fig 11) d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All Fig 11 12. To install the Guide Block (#12): Loosen the set screw on the side and remove the guide block face plate (Fig 12.5). Apply silicone to the underside of the Guide Block (#12) and screw the Guide Block (#12) to the threshold as described below: *NOTE: ◾For installation into an Acrylic threshold: ◽drill an Ø1/8”(3mm) hole and use the ST4.
! TIP: Bring the Door Glass into the shower before permanently installing the Stationary Panel Glass and guide rail because it may be difficult to safely bring the door glass into the shower after the guide rail is installed. pro tec 13. Apply silicone into the U-Channel (#01). d e v Slide the Stationary Glass (#02) firmly into the installed U-Channel (#01). (Fig 13) e r n i L e s m e a R e Dr ghts © Ri All Use Caution not to bang the glass into the U-channel or threshold.
15. Align the panel end of the Guide Rail (#04) with the installed Guide Rail Wall Bracket (#6b). Slide the Guide Rail Bracket (#6a) over the Guide Rail Wall Bracket (#6b) and tighten the set screws. (Fig 15) 1 ! 2 d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t D Fig h 15 © Rig All TIP: Leave the set screws that hold the guide rail to the bracket loose to allow for side-to-side adjustment of the guide rail to make it easier to align the holes in the guide rail with the holes in the panel glass.
17. Level the Guide Rail (#04) across the opening. If necessary, use the set screws on the Guide Rail Bracket (#06) to adjust the level of the Guide Rail (#04) and then fully tighten the Glass Brackets (#07). (Fig 17 and Fig 18) d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s t 17 D ghFig © Ri All To lower the rail: Loosen the top set screw and tighten the bottom set screw. To raise the rail: Loosen the bottom set screw and tighten the top set screw.
19. Remove the Guide Rail (#04) from the Stationary Panel Glass (#02). Remove the Guide Rail Bracket (#06) from the Guide Rail (#04) and hold it back in position on the wall and mark the anchor hole. Drill either a Ø5/16” hole and insert a 5/16” Wall Anchor (#16), OR when installing to a stud, drill a Ø1/4” hole up to the wood and do not use an anchor. *See notes below. Separate the Guide Rail Bracket (#06) components 6a and 6b. Attach the Guide Rail Wall Bracket (#06b) to the wall using one ST4.
21. Re-check the Guide Rail (#04) for level and if necessary, adjust with the set screws on the Guide Rail Bracket (#06). (Fig 21) To lower the rail: Loosen the top set screw and tighten the bottom set screw. To raise the rail: Loosen the bottom set screw and tighten the top set screw. d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All D ±0.0 OO R ©2019 DreamLine.
22. Measure the distance from the edge of the Guide Block (#12) to the wall. This distance will be (L). Cut the Anti-Splash Threshold (#11) to the size of: (L). (Fig 22) d D e e n v i r L e s m e a R e Dr ghts © Ri All Fig 22 2 d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri 4 3 All Right-hand door installation shown as example R L 23. Apply silicone to the bottom of the Anti-Splash Threshold (#11). Remove the face plate from the Guide Block (#12).
24. Secure the Anti-Splash Threshold (#11) to the threshold with several pieces of painter’s tape to hold it tight to the threshold until the silicone fully cures. (Fig 24) d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All DOO R NOTE: DO NOT install the handle onto the door glass until instructed. DO NOT attempt to lift the glass using the handle. This could result in damage to the glass and/or serious personal injury.
. Use an assistant or a professional grade glass cup to align the bottom of the Door Glass (#03) with the Guide Block (#12) and hang the door from the Guide Rail (#04). (Fig 26) 1 Use a Professional-grade Glass suction cup (if available) when handling heavy glass. 2 inside 3 d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D gFigh26t © Ri All ©2019 DreamLine.
. Attach the two Roller Guards (#09) onto the door glass to secure the door to the Upper Guide Rail (#04). Apply Thread Lock Adhesive (#20) to the bolts. Leave no more than a 1/16” gap between the Roller Guards (#09) and the Upper Guide Rail (#04). Tighten the post and screw on the cap. (Fig 27) d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s 2 D t h © Rig All NOTE: Apply Thread Lock (#20) to the Roller Guard bolt during installation.
29. To install the SafeStop™ Bumper (#26) with the 3M tape: Remove the 3M Tape backing and position the SafeStop™ Bumper (#26) onto the threshold against the U-Channel (#01) on the stationary panel side of the installation. (Fig 29) ! NOTE: The surfaces need to be clean and free of construction debris before installing the bumper. Wipe the area with an alcohol swab before installation TIP: Install the SafeStop™ Bumper (#26) using the 3M tape.
30. To install the SafeStop™ Bumper (#26) with the screw method: Remove the PVC insert and position the SafeStop™ Bumper (#26) onto the threshold against the U-Channel on the stationary panel side of the installation and mark the position of the hole on the wall. Drill a Ø5/16” hole and insert the 5/16” Wall Anchor (#16). Remove the 3M Tape backing and position the SafeStop™ Bumper (#26) onto the threshold against the U-Channel (#01). Screw to the wall using the ST4.2 x 55 Countersunk Screw (#21).
! NOTE: Cover the shower/tub drain with tape prior to removing the set screws to prevent loss. 31. Position the Stoppers (#05), remove the set screws from the Stoppers (#05) and apply Thread Lock Adhesive (#20) to the threads. Reinsert the set screws into the Stoppers (#05). Correctly position the Stoppers (#05) and screw them tightly to the Guide Rail (#04) with the supplied Allen wrench.
32. Apply a good quality mildew-resistant silicone along the connection of the stationary glass with the walls and the threshold. (Fig 32) ! NOTE: The surfaces need to be clean and free of debris before applying silicone. Allow 24 hours for the silicone to fully cure before using the shower. d e e in erv L s m e a R e r s D ght © Ri All 24 Hours ©2019 DreamLine.
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.
Enigma-Air Maintenance checklist ◻ Guide rail level and tight ◻ Guide rail brackets tight to the walls o All set screws tight ◻ Inline Panel glass secure ◻ Panel glass brackets tight ◻ Guide block square to the threshold and glass ◻ Proper clearance beneath the door glass between the threshold and within the guide block ◻ Door Glass adjusted so that the Bulb vinyl seal makes even contact with the wall ◻ Wheel assemblies tight o Wheel roller bolts tight ◻ Stoppers tight and positioned correctly o Panel-side
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