Installation Guide
INSTALLATION
Shower base with Schluter
®
-KERDI-LINE
Please refer to Schluter
®
-Systems installation videos in addition to reading the instructions below.
Schluter
®
-KERDI-LINE channel body installation
Plumbing Access: When there is access to the plumbing from below and the waste line can be connected after installing KERDI-LINE, the channel body 
may be set without making a connection to the waste line simultaneously.
Apply Schluter SET
®
, ALL-SET
®
, FAST-
SET
®
, or unmodified thin-set mortar to the 
substrate where the drain is to be placed 
with a notched trowel and solidly embed the 
channel support in the mortar.
1
Apply Schluter SET
®
, ALL-SET
®
, FAST-SET
®
, 
or unmodified thin-set mortar to the top of 
the channel support and press the channel 
body firmly into the mortar, ensuring full 
support of the bonding flange. Check to 
make sure the KERDI-LINE is level.
2
No Plumbing Access: When there is no access to the plumbing from below, the channel body must be set and connected to the waste line simultaneously.
Begin the drain installation by dry fitting the 
components. Measure and cut a section of 
pipe to connect the coupling to the odor trap 
below the floor, using the channel support 
as a spacer.
1
Apply Schluter SET
®
, ALL-SET
®
, FAST-SET
®
, 
or unmodified thin-set mortar to the top of 
the channel support with a notched trowel 
and press the channel support firmly onto 
the underside of the channel body. Attach 
the mechanical coupling to the drain outlet 
and the cut section of the pipe per the 
coupling manufacturer’s instructions.
2
Apply Schluter SET
®
, ALL-SET
®
, FAST-
SET
®
, or unmodified thin-set mortar to the 
substrate where the drain is to be placed 
with a notched trowel. Prepare the cut 
section of pipe and odor trap with cleaner, 
primer and ABS or PVC cement per the 
solvent cement manufacturer’s instructions.
3
Solidly embed the channel support and KERDI-LINE into the mortar on the floor and connect the 
cut section of pipe to the odor trap. Check to make sure the KERDI-LINE is level.
Note: KERDI-FIX or other adhesives that are compatible with EPS foam can be used to install the 
channel support and channel body as an alternative to thin-set mortar. Apply a generous bead of 
KERDI-FIX to the top and bottom of the channel support. The use of KERDI-FIX limits the ability 
to level KERDI-LINE.
4
Clamping Ring Drain Installed: If a clamping ring drain is already installed, the drain must be replaced with KERDI-LINE.
Preparation
Locate and cut a hole in the substrate for the drain outlet and coupling to the waste line using the template 
provided. Limit the diameter of the hole to 5" (125 mm) maximum to ensure proper support for the tile assembly.  
When installing KERDI-LINE against a wall, be sure to factor in the wall board thickness before cutting the hole 
in the substrate. Note: Fill in box-outs in concrete floors with dry-pack mortar or concrete. A pipe coupling or 
similar can be used as a form around the waste line.
Note: Schluter
®
-Systems strongly recommends a leak test be performed on the connection between 
the drain and the waste line prior to continuing with the remainder of the installation whenever 
possible. Refer to local plumbing and/or building codes for any specific requirements in your area.
30  INSTALLATION — Shower base with Schluter
®
-KERDI-LINE










