Bathtub Deck Panel BD-4896 Product Warnings Safety Guidelines Kit Contents Required Tools Preparation Tips Installation Procedure Cleaning & Maintenance Surface Repair Warranty Information R ea B da ef n or d e Un In d st er al st lin an g d Register your warranty at www.swanstone.com.
The Swanstone 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 Swanstone 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 minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Safety Guidelines Cutting Hazard The installation of the Swanstone 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. Solvents Hazard Follow all manufacturer’s safety instructions for silicone sealants and denatured alcohol. Alcohol vapors are both flammable and hazardous to breathe. Silicone vapors may irritate eyes and nose.
General Information Followed carefully, these installation instructions will result in an easy, trouble-free installation of your Swanstone product. Any deviations, additions, and/or deletions from the prescribed installation, without prior written approval of our Customer Service Department, will void the warranty covering this product. Not following the directions could also result in personal injuries, water damage, and other damage to floors, pipes, walls, and other portions of your building or home.
General Information Installation Procedure 1. Follow the tub manufacturer’s instructions for the construction of the tub frame and deck. Installation on Cement Board or Wood Swanstone panels can be installed over a variety of products. If you intend to apply the panel to any surface, other than those described, consult with a professional contractor. 2. Install 1/2” water-resistant cement board or plywood over the tub’s framing. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for installation.
Installation Procedure 4. Apply a coat of water or oil-based primer/sealer to all the surfaces of the cement board or plywood (follow the manufacturers’ instructions). Allow the primer to dry thoroughly before applying any adhesive. IMPORTANT NOTICE The Swanstone panel must be adequately supported when making the center cutout for the tub. Because of the reduced width of the material at the sides of the panel, it will easily bend, deform, and/or possibly break.
Installation Procedure 11. Apply a 1/4 to 3/8” bead of adhesive to the tub deck, as shown. Keep the bead approximately 1” from the edge to prevent the adhesive from pressing out from under the panel. Also apply an “S” bead of adhesive, as shown. Follow the adhesive manufacturers’ instructions and note all ventilation and installation precautions.
Installation Procedure Maintenance & Surface Repair Care and Cleaning IMPORTANT The Swanstone products are stain and abrasion resistant; however, the finish requires reasonable care. Follow the caulking manufacturers’ instructions on the tube for proper application. Allow at least 24 hours for caulk and adhesive to set before using the tub. IMPORTANT NOTICE Because cleaning products change over time, always check the manufacturers’ instructions to make sure it is compatible with plastic.
Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL APPLICATIONS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS If a Swanstone 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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