CALHOUN SHOWER SYSTEM INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you begin, review the instructions below carefully. Observe all local plumbing and building codes when installing the shower enclosure. Unpack and inspect the shower enclosure and parts for damage. If damage is found, please call customer service at 1-866-855-2284. If you need assistance while installing your shower enclosure, contact customer service. Special care should be taken when drilling walls to avoid hidden pipes or electrical cables.
1. Select the appropriate installation type for your application. For stud walls, install the valve body between the studs behind the finished wall. 3. Wrap Teflon tape around the threaded portion of the plugs and attach to the shower holder. For masonry walls, create a channel for valve body and pipe installation. Shower Holder Channel Rough Wall Plug 4. Determine the locations of the valve body and shower head. Connect the inlet pipe to the inlet joint.
5. Mark the location of the mounting holes on the shower holder in the installation location. Use a level to ensure the holder is aligned properly. 7. Insert wall anchors into the holes drilled in the previous step. 1-7/8" 1-7/8" Level Pencil 6. Drill mounting holes with the appropriate drill bit. 4-ø8 Holes Drill 8. Loosely attach the shower holder to the wall with self-tapping screws.
9. Tighten the self-tapping screws after making adjustments. 11. Drill mounting holes with the appropriate drill bit and insert the wall anchors. 4-ø8 Holes Level 12. Loosely attach the valve body. 10. Mark the location of the mounting holes on the valve body in the installation location. Use a level to ensure the holder is aligned properly. 13. Tighten the screws after making adjustments.
14. Turn the water on to flow water through the pipes to clear out any dirt and debris. 16. Remove the protective sheath, and run water to test the pressure and ensure there are no leaks. Cartridge Closed Cold Water Inlet Cartridge Open Switch to diverter each step Hot Water Inlet 15. Connect the inlet pipes. Wrap Teflon tape around the threaded portion of the plug. Insert the plug into the 90° female elbow.
17. Place the protective sheath back on the valve body and shower holder. Protective Sheath 18. Place the u-shaped bracket on the reinforcing rod and mark the location of the mounting holes. U-shaped Bracket Reinforcing Rod 19. Drill mounting holes with the appropriate drill bit.
20. Insert anchors into the holes drilled in the previous step. 22. Install the finished wall material. 21. Attach the bracket to the wall with self-tapping screws.
23. Remove the protective sheath and unscrew the plugs. Move on to step 44 (page 14).
24. For masonry wall installation, wrap Teflon tape around the threaded connections and attach to the valve body. 26. Determine the locations of the valve body and shower head. Connect the inlet pipe to the inlet joint. Install the 90° female elbow in the hand-shower holder location. 90° Female Elbow Keep in Line 25. Wrap Teflon tape around the threaded connections and attach to the shower holder.
27. Place the locating plate on the shower holder. Install the plugs and protective sheath. 8-ø8 Holes Locating Plate Plug Anchor Protective Sheath 29. Drill mounting holes with the appropriate drill bit, and install wall anchors. 28. Mark the location of the mounting holes on the locating plate in the installation location. Use a level to ensure the holder is aligned properly. Pencil 30. Loosely attach the plate to the wall with self-tapping screws.
Level 33. Drill mounting holes, and install wall anchors. 31. Tighten the screws after making adjustments. 4-ø8 Holes 32. Mark the location of the mounting holes on the valve body. Channel 34. Loosely attach the valve body.
35. Tighten the screws after making adjustments. 38. Remove the protective sheath, and run water to test the pressure and ensure there are no leaks. Cartridge Closed Cartridge Open Switch to diverter each step 36. Turn the water on to flow water through the pipes clear out any dirt and debris. Cold Water Inlet Hot Water Inlet Protective Sheath 37. Connect the inlet pipes. Wrap Teflon tape around the threaded portion of the plug. Insert the plug into the 90° female elbow.
39. Place the u-shaped bracket on the reinforcing rod and mark the location of the mounting holes. Reinforcing Rod U-Shaped Bracket 41. Insert screws to install bracket. 40. Drill mounting holes, and insert wall anchors. 42. Place the protective sheaths over the pipe inlets, and install the finished wall material.
43. Remove the protective sheath and unscrew the plugs. 44. Turn the water on to flow water through the pipes clear out any dirt and debris. 45. Wrap Teflon tape around the pipe couplings and screw them into the shower holder fittings.
46. Connect the shower head. 48. Install the escutcheon and diverter handle. Shower Head 47. Tighten the set screw to secure. 49. Install the hand shower 50. When installation is complete turn the faucet on, check to make sure that the hot and cold supplies are working correctly. Divert the water to each shower head output, and hand shower and allow the water to flow for approximately 60 seconds.
MAINTENANCE Debris in the filter net may result in decreased water pressure. To clean the filter, remove the shower head and couplings. Rinse the filter net thoroughly and run water through the pipes to clean out any remaining dirt and debris.
