VIGO INDUSTRIES INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR SHOWER ENCLOSURE (MODEL VG06011) ! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This Installation Guide uses the following symbols to indicate important information. Always observe the instructions indicated by these symbols. ! WARNING Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect handling or installation of the product. These instructions must be observed for safe installation.
MODEL VG06011 MONTERAY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHOWER ENCLOSURE PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING 1 3 Parts List 1. Wall connector (2pc) 2. Longer Structural arm (1pc) 3. Shorter Structural arm (1pc) 4. Support assembly (2pc) 5. Side glass panel (1pc) 6. Front glass panel (with hinge slots, 1pc) 7. Side seal strip (2pc) 8. Glass support (4pc) 9. Bottom rail (2pc) 10. Hinge (2pc) 11. Door magnetic seal strip (2pc) 12. Bottom corner joint (1pc) 13. Handle assembly (1pc) 14. Door (1pc) 15.
2. LONGER STRUCTURAL ARM 1. WALL CONNECTOR 98068-3232 98068-3636 98068-3240 98068-3248 98068-3648 98007 6. FRONT GLASS PANEL 7. SIDE SEAL STRIP 97004-32 97004-36 97004-40 97004-48 8. GLASS SUPPORT 16. DOOR BOTTOM SEAL STRIP 17. PHILLIPS SCREW 1 1/8" 98035 10. HINGE ASSEMBLY 19. PHILLIPS SCREW 3/4" 98011 15. DOOR SIDE SEAL STRIP 14. DOOR 98012-15 98012-18 96006 97010-32 97010-36 97010-40 97010-48 21. PLASTIC ANCHOR 23. CLEAR PVC SHIM 98033 96004 MISC 98038 18. HEX SCREW 1 5/8" 20.
! WARNING WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL INSTALL THIS SHOWER ENCLOSURE AND INCLUDE THE ASSISTANCE OF A SECOND PERSON TO INSTALL THE DOOR UNIT. INSTALLATION OF THE SHOWER DOORS BY AN INEXPERIENCED PERSON MAY RESULT IN GLASS BREAKAGE AND, CONSEQUENTLY, CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. - Handle fragile items with care to prevent personal injury or material damage. - The glass panels are tempered and cannot be cut. Never attempt to do so.
PREPARATION STEPS TO FOLLOW BEFORE INSTALLATION 1. 2. 3. Remove the plastic layer from the base border (if needed). Do NOT remove the plastic layer off the plastic platform of the base. Properly apply silicone to the wall and base joints. Make sure to read corresponding base instructions carefully prior to install on the Vigo Brand Shower Door System. Failure to do so can cause water leakage and bodily harm.
INSTALLATION STEPS A. 1. A1 INSTALLING THE BOTTOM RAIL Remove the aluminum cover from the front piece of the bottom rail by sliding it out. ALUMINUM COVER INSIDE OUTSIDE 2. Remove top of the corner joint. Slide the bottom corner joint (#12) onto the bottom rail (2 pieces) (#9). A2 THIS EDGE LOOKS INSIDE OF THE SHOWER TOP REMOVES TO INSTALL 3/4" SCREW 9 11 THIS EDGE LOOKS OUTSIDE OF THE SHOWER 3. Align the bottom rail and corner joint to the desired position on the shower base.
4. Seal the bottom rail with clear silicone caulk and center its sides to the base. 5. Clip the aluminum cover to the front piece of the bottom rail making sure the lower side faces the inside of the shower. Silicone the underneath portion of the corner joint cap and place it on the corner joint.
B. 1. INSTALLING THE WATER SEAL STRIP TO FRONT FIXED PANEL Clean the front fixed panel (#6) edge where the door side seal strip (#15) is to be installed with rubbing alcohol. Verify that the soft flange of the seal strip faces toward the inside of the shower cabin before seal strip installation. Install the seal strip according to the diagram. See Note: A. Leave the extra at the top of the seal strip that is overlapping the glass and cut at finish of install. 6 NOTES: 1.
C. 1. INSTALLING THE FRONT GLASS PANEL Arrange glass to the preferred configuration. [SEE FIG.1A on page 4] These instructions are for a left corner installation. Select the door opening location on the shower cabin. Install the seal strip (#7) to the wall side of the front glass panel (#6). WALL SIDE 15 C1 7 6 MAKE SURE TO LEAVE A GAP OF 3/8" [10MM] FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE GLASS 2.
3. Place the front glass panel (#6) into the bottom rail (#9). Use the level to position the front glass panel correctly. Make sure the seal strip (#7) is against the wall. Mark holes on the wall for the mounting screws. C3 7 8 THIS SIDE MUST BE LEVEL 6 9 4. Remove the front glass panel. Drill holes into the respective marks and insert plastic anchors (#21) inside them. ! Not necessary if installing into studs.
5. Replace the front glass panel (#6) back into the bottom rail and screw it to the wall with the with 1 5/8" screws (#18). If the panel is not level from the end, adjust the position of the glass supports on the glass. This being level is imperative to the installation. There is a 10mm adjustment built into the glass supports for minor modifications.
D. 1. INSTALLING THE HINGE Clean the glass surface on the front glass panel (#6) where the hinges (#10) are to be installed with rubbing alcohol. Place gaskets on each side of the front glass panel (#6). Position hinges on the front glass panel (#6). Place a shim(s) as needed between the glass and the hinge on the bottom. The metal should not rest on the glass. D1 HINGE (10) INSIDE VIEW CLEAR PVC SHIM FRONT GLASS PANEL (6) HINGE (10) INSIDE VIEW FRONT GLASS PANEL (6) CLEAR PVC SHIM 2.
! WARNING E1 DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION REQUIRES TWO OR MORE PEOPLE TO ASSIST E. 1. 2. INSTALLING THE DOOR Place the door on a 5/8" shim (not provided). Install the top hinge first for safety and ease of install. Position the door onto the hinges. Hold securely in place using shims. The seal (#15) may get stuck between the two panels of glass. Pull the seal out of the groove using your fingers and nothing sharp, making sure not to damage the seal. Tighten allen key screws.
3. Make sure the door is level from the end. If the door is not level, adjust the hinge positions until the door is level. This being level is imperative to the installation and will guarantee a tight seal. E3 14 THIS SIDE MUST BE LEVEL 4. Clean the door (#14) glass surfaces where the hinges (#10) are to be installed with rubbing alcohol. Place magnetic seal strip (#11) to the panel. The magnetic side should be facing the inside and the clear side be facing the outside.
F. 1. INSTALLING THE SIDE GLASS PANEL Install the side seal strip (#7) to the wall side of the side glass panel (#5). Install the magnetic side seal strip (#11) to the door side. The magnetic side should be facing the inside and the clear side be facing the outside. Be sure to place the seal strip (#7) 10mm from the bottom of the glass. Installing the magnetic seal strip prior to locating the place for the glass support allows for proper seal.
3. Place the side glass panel (#5) into the bottom rail (#9). Connect the side glass panel (#5) to the door (#14) by the magnetic seal strips (#11). F3 11 14 5 9 4. One person must hold the connection at the magnetic seal strips (#11) in place. The other person, with the glass supports loose on the glass, will slide the supports along the glass to the wall and mark holes on the wall for the mounting screws.
5. Remove the side glass panel. Drill holes into respective marks and insert plastic anchors (#21) inside them. ! Not necessary if installing into studs. Studs are the preferred means of installation, anchors can pull out of the wall causing property damage and bodily harm. F5 21 14 9 6. Replace the side glass panel (#5) back into the bottom rail and screw it to the wall with 1 5/8" screws (#18). Tighten the glass supports to the side glass panel.
G. 1. INSTALLING THE SIDE & FRONT PANEL SUPPORT Install the support assembly (#4) onto the side glass panel (#5) approximately two-thirds away from the wall. Be sure to use gaskets on both sides of the panel. Use hex key to tighten to screws. G1 WALL 4 SIDE PANEL OUTSIDE OF THE CABIN WALL SIDE PANEL 2. Install the support assembly to the longer structural arm (#2) and wall connector (#1). Make sure it's level. Mark the hole on the wall for the mounting screw for the wall connector.
3. Remove the support assembly. Drill a hole into the respective mark and put a plastic anchor (#20) in it. ! Not necessary if installing into studs. WALL 20 G3 4 SIDE PANEL 4. Replace wall connector to proper position. Screw it in to the wall with 1 1/8" screws (#17). G4 WALL 1 LEVEL 17 2 or 3 4 SIDE PANEL 5. Slide the structural arm (#2) into the wall connector (#1). Tighten all set screws.
H. 1. INSTALLING PRE-CUT BOTTOM DOOR SEAL STRIP Clean the door glass panel (#14) edge where the door bottom side seal strip (#16) is to be installed with rubbing alcohol. Verify that the soft flange of the seal strip faces toward the inside of the shower cabin before seal strip installation. Install the seal strip according to the diagram. H1 14 11 NOTES: 1. If the seal strip is not flat, use a hair dryer to apply minimal heat and press the seal strip back into position. 2.
I. 1. INSTALLING THE HANDLE Assemble the door handles (#13) to the door (#14). I1 INSIDE HANDLE METAL WASHER CLEAR WASHER DOOR PANEL METAL WASHER SCREW WHITE TUBE OUTSIDE HANDLE CLEAR WASHER THREADED SCREW J. 1. APPLYING THE SILICONE Apply clear silicone caulking to the inside between the wall and side seal strip. Repeat for the other side. Apply clear silicone caulking to the inside between the side panel bottom and the bottom rail.
2. Apply clear silicone caulk to the seal strip connections of the door bottom seal strip and the door magnetic seal strip. J2 14 11 16 14 11 16 K. 1. INSTALLING HEX SCREW AND GLASS SUPPORT COVERS Install hex screw covers (#22) to the hex screws that mount the hinges (#10). Slide the glass support covers down onto the glass supports (#8).
! IMPORTANT - WAIT 24 HOURS BEFORE USING SHOWER - DO NOT ALLOW WATER TO DIRECTLY HIT DOOR SEAL STRIPS. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SHOWER CABIN AND DOOR PANEL 1. Use a mild liquid household cleaner to keep metal surfaces bright and clean. Rinse well and dry with a soft, clean cloth. 2. Remove dust with a soft, damp cloth. 3. Use a standard household window cleaner to clean the glass panels. 4.
SHOWER ENCLOSURE LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2010 only to the original owner or end-user for personal household use. For commercial uses, additional limitations apply.