Use and Care Manual

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SHOWER SYSTEM
integrated bonding flange drains when removal
of the clamping ring drain is not practical (e.g.,
when they are set in concrete slabs). Adaptor
kits are suitable for both mortar beds and KERDI-
SHOWER-T/-TS/-TT shower tray applications.
The KERDI-DRAIN grate assembly consists of a
frame, which can be seamlessly adjusted to the
thickness and layout of the ceramic tile or stone
covering via the height adjustment collar and
lateral adjustment ring and grates or cleanout
covers that are placed within the frame. The 4"
(100 mm) standard grate assembly frame features
an approximately 1/8" (3 mm) wide reveal after
installation and grate/frame combinations are
available in stainless steel in CLASSIC design
or anodized aluminum in CONTOUR design,
both available in a variety of finishes. The 4"
(100 mm) KERDI-DRAIN-STYLE grate assembly
frame features a minimal reveal after installation.
It is made of brushed stainless steel and can be
combined with one of three grate design options:
FLORAL (E), CURVE (F), or PURE (G). Various
metallic and color-coated finishes are available.
The 4" (100 mm) TILE grate is a square stainless
steel plate with KERDI laminated on the surface to
allow for bonding of ceramic or stone tile, which
creates a virtually invisible drainage line. The 6"
(150 mm) square and round stainless steel grate
assembly frames feature an approximately 3/16"
(5 mm) wide reveal after installation and can be
combined with stainless steel grates in CLASSIC
design or a square cleanout cover. Please note
that 6" (150 mm) grate assemblies and grate
assemblies used with the 5-1/4" (133.4 mm)
adaptor kits only allow vertical and tilt adjustment
(no lateral adjustment).
Schluter
®
-KERDI-DRAIN-H is a floor drain
with an integrated bonding flange that provides
as large contact area for a secure connection
to Schluter
®
-KERDI waterproof membrane at
the top of the assembly. KERDI-DRAIN-H is
appropriate for both mortar bed and Schluter
®
-
KERDI-SHOWER-T/-TS/-TT shower tray
applications. The bonding flange is sloped to
simplify installation of the mortar bed.
The KERDI-DRAIN-H flange provides a horizontal
connection to the drain pipe and is available
in ABS or PVC with a 2" (50 mm) outlet. It is
ideal for applications where the use of a vertical
connection to the drain pipe is not possible
or practical (e.g., suspended or post-tension
concrete floors, basement slabs, or wood floor
installations where relocating the hole in the
floor is not practical). The horizontal outlet allows
the positioning of the drain in the desired area
regardless of drain pipe location.
A compensation board is available for use
with KERDI-DRAIN-H in conjunction the KERDI-
SHOWER-T/-TS/-TT shower trays.
The KERDI-DRAIN-H bonding flange is
compatible with the standard KERDI-DRAIN
grate options. Please refer to the previous
section on KERDI-DRAIN for details.
8.7 Schluter
®
-KERDI-LINE is a low profile
linear floor drain specifically designed for bonded
waterproofing assemblies. KERDI-LINE can be
installed adjacent to walls or at intermediate
locations. The floor can be sloped on a single
plane to KERDI-LINE, which enables the use of
large-format tiles and creates interesting design
opportunities.
KERDI-LINE consists of a formed stainless steel
channel body and grate assembly or covering
support to which tile is applied.
The channel body features a standard 2" (50
mm) no-hub outlet and is attached to the pipe
using an appropriate mechanical (e.g., flexible
or no-hub) coupling. The simple connection
to standard drain outlets makes KERDI-LINE
suitable for new construction and renovation.
KERDI-LINE is available with both center and
off-set outlets. The off-set outlet is located 8"
(20.3 cm) from the edge of the channel body
and provides flexibility when obstacles (e.g., floor
joists) are encountered during installation. KERDI-
LINE includes a corresponding polystyrene foam
channel support to set the drain elevation to
the corresponding KERDI-SHOWER-LT/-LTS
shower trays. The perimeter of the channel body
consists of a bonding flange laminated with a
collar made of KERDI. It ensures a simple and
secure connection to the bonded waterproofing
assembly, both in the floor area and on adjacent
walls. KERDI-LINE is available in channel lengths
from 20" to 72" (50 cm to 180 cm) in 4" (10
cm) increments. The bonding flange extends
approximately 1" (2.5 cm) beyond the channel
on all sides.
The KERDI-LINE grate assembly consists of
a stainless steel frame that can be seamlessly
adjusted to the thickness of the ceramic tile
or stone covering – 1/8" to 1" (3 mm to 25
mm) for standard grate assemblies and 1/4"
to 23/32" (6 mm to 18 mm) for KERDI-LINE-
STYLE grate assemblies – and stainless steel
grates that are placed within the frame. The
standard grate assembly frame features a 3/8"
(10 mm) wide reveal after installation and can be
combined with one of two grate options: SOLID
(A) or SQUARE (B). Each standard assembly
is available in a brushed or chrome finish. The
SQUARE (B) option is also available with a locking
mechanism (brushed stainless steel, 3/4" – 19
mm frame only) for applications where tamper
resistance is desired or required (e.g., healthcare
and education facilities, etc.). The KERDI-LINE-
STYLE grate assembly frame features a minimal
reveal after installation and can be combined
with one of three grate options: FLORAL (E),
CURVE (F), or PURE (G). Each STYLE assembly
is available in a brushed finish. The TILE grate (D)
consists of a frameless, tileable covering support
that is placed flush with the top of the channel
body and can therefore accommodate any
thickness tile covering. If KERDI-LINE is placed
at shower entrance, it is recommended that
grate assembly A or the TILE grate is chosen and
that the drainage openings span the maximum
width of the entrance to limit potential overflow;
secondary drainage (e.g., KERDI-DRAIN) may be
required in the drying area.
Schluter
®
-KERDI-LINE-FC is a stainless steel
cover plate for use with KERDI-LINE to create
a seamless look in applications where multiple
drains are installed end-to-end. KERDI-LINE-FC
is available in a brushed or chrome finish and
is designed for use with either the SOLID (A) or
SQUARE (B) grates.
14.1 Schluter
®
-SHOWERPROFILE-S/-R
system profiles represent an elegant solution for
finishing the area between the floor and the first
course of wall tile in a way that eliminates cutting
wedges of tile and ensures a consistent elevation
of the first course of wall tile in KERDI-LINE
applications. SHOWERPROFILE-S consists
of a trapezoid-perforated anchoring leg with
a groove, which accepts a tapered brushed
stainless steel profile that matches the slope of
the KERDI-SHOWER-L shower tray. The profile
is adjusted to cover the exposed wall area and
forms the visible surface. SHOWERPROFILE-R
consists of a brushed stainless steel profile and
corresponding channel. The profile is adjusted
to fit the space between the KERDI-LINE and
the wall tile and forms the visible surface in
applications where the KERDI-LINE is placed
adjacent to a wall.
Material Properties and
Areas of Application
KERDI-DRAIN, KERDI-DRAIN-H 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.
Various configurations of KERDI-DRAIN,
KERDI-DRAIN-H and KERDI-LINE are listed
by UPC®, CSA, and ICC-ES PMG. Relevant
industry standard guidelines for floor drains
with integrated bonding flange include methods
B422, B422C, SR613 and SR614 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 093000
Tile Installation Manual.
KERDI-DRAIN and KERDI-DRAIN-H drain
flanges are formed using ABS, PVC, or stainless
steel 304 (1.4301 = V2A). Plastic drain flanges
feature a polypropylene fleece webbing on the
surface of the bonding flange to accept a bond
to thin-set mortar. The KERDI-DRAIN adaptor
kits feature adaptor rings made of stainless steel
304 (1.4301 = V2A) with thermoplastic rubber
gaskets and adaptor flanges made of ABS.
Drain grates are available in plain and coated
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.