Alcove Wall Kits Bathtub and Shower Wall Kits BA-3060 Bathtub Wall Kit SA-3232 Shower Wall Kit SA-3636 Shower Wall Kit SA-3448 Shower Wall Kit SA-38NEO Corner Shower Wall Kit Product Warnings Safety Guidelines Required Tools Alcove Wall Kit Contents Preparation Tips Bathtub Alcove Installation Procedure Shower Alcove Installation Procedure Cleaning & Maintenance Warranty Information R ea B da ef n or d e Un In d st er al s lin ta g nd Register your warranty at www.theswancorp.
The Swan Corporation Assurance — if our product is properly installed and maintained, as stated in these instructions, it will not leak. Remember – Safety First IMPORTANT NOTICE The Swan Corporation, the makers of the Swan Corporation Wall Systems and Panels, cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard during the installation of our product(s). The warnings and instructions in this installation guide are, therefore, not all-inclusive.
Safety Guidelines CAUTION IMPORTANT NOTICE IMPORTANT NOTICE: Indicates that equipment or property damage can result if instructions are not followed. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Read and Understand the Manual It is the responsibility of any individual who installs or maintains this product to fully understand and follow proper installation and maintenance procedures.
Safety Guidelines Cutting Hazard The installation of the Swan Corporation product may require using power tools. Keep hands away from the cutting edge of any tool used in the installation of our product. Placing fingers in or around the cutting blades could result in serious personal injury. WARNING WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. Sharp Edge Hazard After cutting the edge of a Swan Corporation panel, it can be sharp.
Safety Guidelines General Information Alcove Wall Kit Contents WARNING Confirm that all parts of the kit have been included before beginning installation. WARNING: Continued Power Tool Hazard To prevent personal injury or possible death, always follow the electrical safety recommendations of the power tool’s manufacturer. Do not use power tools in an unsafe manner. Power tools should only be connected to a circuit protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFI).
General Information ABS-003 ABS-006 SA-3232 Alcove Shower Wall Kit For shower floors 32 inches wide and 32 inches deep. Designed for use with Swan Corporation SS-3232 Single Threshold Shower Floor or other manufacturer’s shower floor of the same dimensions. SA-38NEO Alcove Corner Shower Wall Kit For corner shower floors 38 inches wide and 38 inches deep. Designed for use with Swan Corporation SS-38NEO Neo-Angle Shower Floor or other manufacturer’s shower floor of the same dimensions.
General Information Unpack Carton Preparation Tips Use care when opening the box so that you do not damage the panels. Swan Corporation alcove wall kits are designed to be fastened directly to wall studs and feature a sturdy interlocking system for a one piece appearance. The alcove kits are manufactured to fit a specific size opening and cannot be cut or modified to fit other dimensions. If the wall opening is too small, too large, or too short, other methods will be required to cover the wall.
General Information Product Features Install Bathtub Alcove Wall Kit Swan Corporation alcove wall panels easily fit through existing doorways and can be installed by one person. Preparation 1. Remove the bathtub and alcove wall kit from the protective shipping cartons and inspect them for damage. Check and make sure all the required components are included in the cartons. Made of Veritek™ with no surface coating to chip or crack - color runs throughout.
Bathtub Alcove Installation Procedure 1. Build a stud pocket wall structure to the dimensions for The Swan Corporation BA-3060 Bathtub or other appropriate bathtub. Make sure all framing is plumb and square. Stud Wall Construction The key to a good Alcove Wall Kit installation is proper fit within the stud pocket walls. Remember these important points to ensure a smooth installation. • Completely read and understand this manual and the appropriate bathtub installation manual prior to beginning the project.
Bathtub Alcove Installation Procedure 2. To hold the backpanel in position during sidewall assembly, temporarily drive a nail in one stud just above the top of the back panel. Bend the nail over the top flange of the back panel to secure it in place. 4. Install the bathtub in the stud pocket following all instructions in the installation manual supplied with the Model BT-3060 Bathtub or other bathtub. ABS-009 Install the Alcove Bathtub Wall Panels 1. Set the back panel into place on the bathtub ledge.
Bathtub Alcove Installation Procedure 3. Install the vertical filler boards next to the front flange of BOTH side panels to provide a solid mounting surface for shower doors. Measure the inside depth and height of the side panel and attach appropriate size filler boards to the wall studs near the front edge of the tub. 4b. If silicone caulking of seams is desired, refer to the Optional Caulking section in this manual BEFORE installing the side panel. 5.
Bathtub Alcove Installation Procedure 8. Measure the location of plumbing outlets (valves, tub spout, and/or shower head). Measure from the receiving channel edge of the back panel and measure up from the top ledge of the bathtub. 6. Push down firmly to lock the panel mounting tabs into the mounting clips on the back panel. Mounting Tab Mounting Clip Ba ck Side Pa l Pane ne l ABS-019 ABS-015a Viewed from Back Side of Panels 9.
Bathtub Alcove Installation Procedure 13. Raise the side panel approximately two inches higher than the back panel, and slide the side panel down into the receiving channel. If necessary, pull out slightly on the side panel to fit over the roughed in plumbing outlets. WARNING Dust Hazard When cutting or drilling, use a dust collection method which prevents dust particles from going into the air. Always work in a well-ventilated area. To keep the area wellventilated, open windows and use exhaust fans.
Bathtub Alcove Installation Procedure 14. Push down firmly to lock the wall mounting tabs into the mounting clips on the back panel. Final Fit IMPORTANT NOTICE DO NOT deform the alcove panel attachment flange to achieve a tight fit to the wall studs. If necessary, install tapered shims between the attachment flange and wall stud before securing the alcove panel with roofing nails or galvanized drywall screws. Mounting Tab Mounting Clip el an P ck Side Ba 1.
Bathtub and Shower Alcove Installation Procedure Install Shower Alcove Wall Kit 2. Anchor the top and side flanges of a side panel. Drill a 3/16" pilot hole through the horizontal flange at each wall stud and every 12 inches through the vertical flange. Use roofing nails or galvanized drywall screws to secure the side panels to the studs. Preparation 1. Remove the shower floor and alcove wall kit from the protective shipping cartons and inspect them for damage.
Shower Alcove Installation Procedure 1. Build a stud pocket wall structure to the dimensions for The Swan Corporation shower floor. All framing must be plumb and square. Stud Wall Construction The key to a good Alcove Wall Kit installation is proper fit within shower floor and the stud pocket walls. Remember these important points to ensure a smooth installation. Note: For more information on building the alcove shower wall pocket, refer to the appropriate Shower Floor Installation Manual.
Shower Alcove Installation Procedure 4. Install the shower floor in the stud pocket following all instructions in the appropriate shower floor installation manual. 2. To hold the back panel in position during sidewall assembly, temporarily drive a nail in one stud just above the top of the back panel. Bend the nail over the top flange of the back panel to secure it in place.
Shower Alcove Installation Procedure 3. Install vertical filler boards next to the front flange of BOTH side panels to provide a solid mounting surface for shower doors. Measure the inside depth and height of the wall panel and attach appropriate size filler boards to the wall studs near the front edge of the shower floor. 4b. If silicone caulking of seams is desired, refer to the Optional Caulking section in this manual, BEFORE installing the side panel. 5.
Shower Alcove Installation Procedure 6. Push down firmly to lock the wall mounting tabs into the mounting clips on the back panel. 8. Measure the location of plumbing outlets (valves and shower head). Measure from the receiving channel edge of the back panel and measure up from the top ledge of the shower floor. Mounting Tab Mounting Clip Ba ck Side Pa l Pane ne l ABS-015a 7.
Shower Alcove Installation Procedure 11. Cut clearance holes using a router, saber saw, or hole saw. Drill or cut holes 1/2 inch larger than the diameter of the plumbing outlets from the finished side of the panel. For best results, when drilling, place a scrap of wood beneath the hole to ensure a clean cut. 13. Raise the side panel approximately two inches higher than the back panel and slide the side panel down into the back wall receiving channel.
Shower Alcove Installation Procedure 14. Push down firmly to lock the wall mounting tabs into the mounting clips on the back panel. Final Fit IMPORTANT NOTICE DO NOT deform the alcove panel attachment flange to achieve a tight fit to the wall studs. If necessary, install tapered shims between the attachment flange and wall stud before securing the alcove panel with roofing nails or galvanized drywall screws. Mounting Tab Mounting Clip el an P ck Side Ba 1.
Optional Caulking 2. Anchor the top and side flanges of a side alcove panel. Drill a 3/16" pilot hole through the horizontal flange at each wall stud and every 12 inches through the vertical flange. Use roofing nails or galvanized drywall screws to secure the side panels to the studs. Optional Caulking The Bathtub and Shower Alcove Systems are designed so that the use of silicone caulk is not necessary.
Optional Caulking 3. Apply a bead of color coordinated caulk in a "box" design, as shown. This "box" should be sized to the width of the bottom of the side panel. 6. Apply a continuous bead of color coordinated caulk to the horizontal seam between the shower floor and the side and back panels. This color coordinated caulk seam must start approximately 1/4" away from the beginning of the water return channel, as shown. Note: Do not cover any water return channels with silicone caulking. 4.
Cleaning and Maintenance Care and Cleaning Swan Corporation products are stain and abrasion resistant; however, the finish requires reasonable care. IMPORTANT NOTICE Because cleaning products change over time, always check the manufacturer’s instructions to make sure it is compatible with fiberglass reinforced polyester. DO NOT use a cleaner if the label indicates it should not be used on fiberglass reinforced polyester.
Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY FOR COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL APPLICATIONS If a Swan Corporation product covered by this warranty is found to be defective in materials or workmanship after inspection by an authorized Swan Corporation representative, we will repair, or at our option, exchange the product for a similar model. This warranty extends for a designated period of time, so long as it remains in use in its original place of installation.
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