Use and Care Guide

SHOWER SYSTEM
6
14.2 Schluter
®
-WSK/-WSC/-WSL
14.2 Schluter
®
-WS/-WSC/-WSL
with thermoplastic rubber gaskets and
adaptor flanges made of stainless steel 304
(1.4301 = V2A) or ABS. Drain grates are
available in stainless steel 304 (1.4301 =
V2A) and anodized aluminum. The covering
support is stainless steel 304 (1.4301 = V2A)
with KERDI laminated on the surface.
The KERDI-LINE channel body is formed
using stainless steel 316 L (1.4404 =V4A)
and features a bonding flange with a KERDI
collar laminated on the surface. KERDI is
a bonded waterproof membrane made of
soft polyethylene, which is covered on both
sides with a special fleece webbing to anchor
the membrane in the thin-set mortar. The
frame and grates are made of stainless steel
316 L (1.4404 =V4A). The channel support
is made of pressure-resistant, expanded
polystyrene (EPS).
KERDI-DRAIN and KERDI-LINE are suitable
for use in residential and commercial
applications, including areas subject to foot
and wheelchair traffic, such as showers
and wet rooms in homes, hotels, schools,
healthcare facilities, etc.
Stainless steel can sustain high mechanical
stresses and is particularly suitable for
applications requiring resistance against
chemicals and acids. However, even stainless
steel is not resistant to all chemical stresses,
and may be affected by hydrochloric acid,
hydrofluoric acid or certain chlorine, chloride,
and brine concentrations, which may be
present in detergents or swimming pools. In
special cases, the suitability of the selected
floor drainage system must be verified based
on the anticipated chemical, mechanical,
and/or other stresses.
Anodized aluminum retains a uniform
appearance during normal use. The surface,
however, is susceptible to scratching and
wear and may be damaged by grout or
setting material. Therefore, these materials
must be removed immediately.
Various configurations of KERDI-DRAIN and
KERDI-LINE are listed by UPC
®, CSA, ICC-ES
PMG and NSF. Relevant industry standard
guidelines for floor drains with integrated
bonding flange include method B422 in
the Tile Council of North America's (TCNA)
Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation and
Method 326DR in the Terrazzo, Tile and
Marble Association of Canada (TTMAC)
Specification Guide 09300 Tile Installation
Manual.
The KERDI-LINE-FC is roll-formed using
stainless steel 316 L (1.4404 = V4A).
The SHOWERPROFILE-S anchoring
leg is made of recycled, rigid PVC. The
SHOWERPROFILE-S/-R profiles are made
of stainless steel 316 L (1.4404 = V4A) with
KERDI laminated on the backside.
Maintenance
KERDI-DRAIN, KERDI-LINE, and
SHOWERPROFILE-S/-R require no special
maintenance and are resistant to mold and
fungi. The drain grates may be removed to
clean the drain housing and the drain pipes.
Clean the grates and profiles using common
household cleaning agents. Stainless steel
exposed to the environment or aggressive
substances should be cleaned periodically
using a mild household cleaner. Regular
cleaning maintains the neat appearance
of stainless steel and reduces the risk of
corrosion. All cleaning agents must be free
of hydrochloric acid, hydrofluoric acid, and
chlorides. Stainless steel surfaces develop a
sheen when treated with a chrome-polishing
agent. Do not use abrasive or alkaline
cleaning agents.
Shower Profiles
Application and Function
14.2 Schluter
®
-SHOWERPROFILE-WS/-
WSK system profiles, together with the
Schluter
®
-SHOWERPROFILE-WSL/-WSC
inserts, form a splashguard at the entrance
of curbless showers.
Schluter
®
-SHOWERPROFILE-WS is an
anodized aluminum support profile that is
set in conjunction with the tile using thin-set
mortar. It has a 3/4" (19 mm) –wide visible
surface and a height of 5/16" (8 mm). Where
thicker tiles are used, simply fill the space
below the profile with thin-set mortar.
Schluter
®
-SHOWERPROFILE-WSK is an
anodized aluminum support profile that is
adhered to the tile surface. It has a 2-1/16"
(52 mm) –wide visible surface and a height
of 5/16" (8 mm).
The support profiles are combined with
either the SHOWERPROFILE-WSL insert or
the SHOWERPROFILE-WSC insert.
Schluter
®
-SHOWERPROFILE-WSL is an
upright insert made of transparent
polyurethane. The insert is collapsible when
stepped on or rolled over with a wheelchair.
The insert protrudes 1-5/32" (29 mm) above
the profile surface. The SHOWERPROFILE-
WSL insert does not comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), since
it exceeds the allowable height of a vertical
transition despite being collapsible. Please
check with local code officials for acceptance
on projects where ADA guidelines must be
observed before installation.
Schluter
®
-SHOWERPROFILE-WSC is
a semi-circular insert made of semi-rigid
PVC. The insert creates an inconspicuous
transition from the shower area to the
adjoining space and a 5/8" (16 mm) –wide
visible surface. The insert protrudes 3/64"
(1.2 mm) above the profile surface. The
SHOWERPROFILE-WSC insert complies
with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA).
Material Properties and Areas of Application
The SHOWERPROFILE-WS/-WSK support
profiles feature an anodized aluminum layer
that retains uniform appearance during
normal use. The surface, however, is
susceptible to scratching and wear and may
be damaged by grout or setting material.
Cementitious materials, in conjunction with
moisture, become alkaline. Since aluminum
is sensitive to alkaline substances, exposure
to the alkali (depending on the concentration
and duration of exposure) may result in
corrosion (aluminum hydroxide formation).
Therefore, it is important to remove mortar
or grout residue immediately from visible
surfaces. In addition, ensure the profile is
solidly embedded in the setting material
and that all cavities are filled to prevent the
collection of alkaline water.
The SHOWERPROFILE-WSL insert is made
of highly flexible polyurethane.
The SHOWERPROFILE -WSC insert is made
of semi-rigid PVC.
The inserts can withstand chemical stresses
typically encountered in tiled environments.
Maintenance
SHOWERPROFILE-WS/-WSK support
profiles require no special maintenance
or care and are resistant to mold and