Use and Care Guide

SHOWER SYSTEM
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fungi. In the case of anodized aluminum,
do not use abrasive cleaning agents. The
SHOWERPROFILE-WSC/ -WSL inserts are
specifically treated to resist the growth of
fungi and bacteria and require no special
maintenance or care.
Adhesive/Sealant
Any protrusions through the KERDI
membrane can be treated with KERDI-
FIX, or equivalent sealant, to ensure a fully
waterproof assembly.
Application and Function
8.3 Schluter
®
-KERDI-FIX is a single-
component, waterproof sealing and
bonding compound with a silane-modified
polymer base, which can be used in various
applications. In conjunction with KERDI,
KERDI-FIX can be used to waterproof pipe
and valve protrusions in the Schluter
®
-
Shower System. KERDI-FIX is used to
bond the KERDI membrane to the stainless
steel KERDI-DRAIN bonding flange.
KERDI-FIX can also be used to bond KERDI
to building elements such as bathtubs,
window elements and door frames.
Material Properties and
Areas of Application
KERDI-FIX is odorless, weather- and
UV-resistant. The product is elastomeric,
free of solvents, and provides a strong bond
to most materials, including wood, stone,
concrete, metal, glass, and many synthetic
materials. KERDI-FIX can be painted over
with most alkyd resins or dispersion paint
types. The suitability of the material must be
verified based on the anticipated chemical,
mechanical, and/or other stresses. KERDI-
FIX is not recommended in or around
swimming pool applications.
KERDI-FIX has been evaluated according
to the "Standard Method for the Testing
and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical
Emissions from Indoor Sources Using
Schluter
®
-KERDI-FIX Technical Data
Color Grey or bright white
Basic raw material Silyl-modified polymer (SMP)
Specific weight Approx. 93.6 lb/ft
3
(1.5 g/ml)
Solvent content 0%
Isocyanate content 0%
Dry materials content Approx. 100%
VOC emissions 0.0 mg/m
3
Shear strength beech wood/beech wood Approx. 435 psi (3 N/mm
2
)
Shear strength aluminum/aluminum Approx. 290 psi (2 N/mm
2
)
Elongation at failure Approx. 200%
Skinning About 10 minutes
Curing 1/8" (3 mm) per 24 hours
Permissible total movement About 20%
Processing temperatures Don’t install at temperatures below 40 ºF (5 ºC)
Temperature stability
-40 ºF (-40 ºC) to 212 ºF (100 ºC), temporarily
356 ºF (180 ºC) [max. 30 minutes]
Moisture resistance Very good
Frost ability Not sensitive to frost
Cartridge volume 9.81 oz (290 ml)
Estimated coverage
5" (12.7 cm) connection
to fixed building elements
12' 10" (3.9 m) per cartridge
1/4" (6 mm) bead 30' 1" (9.2 m) per cartridge
8.3 Schluter
®
-KERDI-FIX
Environmental Chambers, Version 1.1" for
California Specification 01350 and found
to comply with the VOC requirements.
California Specification 01350 is referenced
by various green building standards and
rating systems.
Maintenance
Storage
Unopened packages of KERDI-FIX can
be stored in a cool location that is above
freezing temperatures for up to 18 months.
Once the cartridge has been opened, the
material has a limited shelf life.
System Installation
For complete installation guidelines and
warranty criteria for shower applications,
please contact Schluter
®
-Systems at 800-
472-4588 (USA) or 800-667-8746 (Canada)
to receive a copy of the Schluter
®
-Shower
System Installation Handbook and a
step-by-step installation video. To download
a PDF version of the Handbook or to view
the installation video online, please visit
www.schluter.com.