Kohler Mira Ascend Series Installation Manual

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Page 1 Frameless Quadrant Enclosure These instructions must be left with the user Installation Guide 1317134-W2-B...
Page 2: General Information
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a quality Mira product. To enjoy the full potential of your new product, please take time to read this guide thoroughly, having done so, keep it handy for future reference. The following pages aim to provide comprehensive installation instructions, plus advice on how to care and maintain your product. We recommend that the unit is installed by a qualified plumber or engineer. General Information General Read all of these instructions and retain this guide for later use. Pass on this guide in the event of change of ownership of the installation site. Follow all warnings, cautions and instructions contained in this guide. Remove all protective tape from the enclosure before installation.
Page 3 Before Fitting the Enclosure Ensure the tray is level and walls are vertical and square. Shower fittings should be positioned such that water discharges down the centre line of a bath or across the opening of a shower cubicle door. Ensure water is not directed at the shower door or side panels. This could result in water spraying outside of the enclosure.
Page 4: Recommended Usage
Recommended Usage Domestic ü Light Commercial ü Heavy Commercial û Healthcare û Tools Required 6.0 mm 1317134-W2-B...
Page 5: Pack Contents
Pack Contents X 4 q X 2 q Glass lintel brackets X 8 q X 8 q X 8 q and covers X 2 q (4.0 mm) (3.0 mm) X 4 q X 1 q X 1 q X 1 q X 2 q X 2 q X 2 q...
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Page 8: Installation
Installation Note! Cover the tray waste to prevent the loss of small parts. Note! Protect the tray surface during enclosure installation. ± 0 mm Note! Make sure that the walls have been tiled down to the tray. Make sure the Tray is leveled. Make sure the walls are flat and square. (a) Install the shower tray in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Caution! Make sure that the shower tray is level in all directions and that the walls are vertical and square. 1317134-W2-B...
Page 9 Adjustment Dimensions Min/Max Frame Adjustment Enclosure Size Minimum X (mm) Maximum X (mm) 900 x 900 1000 x 800 1000 x 1000 1170 1190 1200 x 900 Note! All dimensions shown are in mm. X (From Tiled Wall) (From Tiled Wall) Door Configuration Table (ALWAYS AS BELOW) 900 X 900 Opens towards curved (larger) panel 1000 X 1000...
Page 10 Note! Ensure longer face of wall channel is on the outside of the enclosure. ± 0 mm 6 mm Note! Trim wall plugs to finished wall surface, as wall channel will not sit flat if they are proud. Note! Use hand screw driver only to avoid damage to plastic spacers. Screw Head 6.0 mm Spacer (a) Position the wall channel on the wall using the dimensions supplied in the above table on page 10 for correct enclosure size. Using a spirit level make sure that it is upright. (b) Mark the position of the fixing holes, then remove the wall channel.
Page 11 Note! Ensure longer face of the wall channel is on outside of the enclosure. Note! Use hand ± 0 mm screw driver only to avoid damage to the plastic spacers. 6 mm Note! Trim wall plugs to finished wall surface, as wall channel will not sit flat if they are proud. Screw Head Spacer 6.0 mm (a) Position the second wall channel on the wall using the dimensions supplied...
Page 12 Note! The door on the enclosure is reversible and can be altered to suit your configuration. See the door opening table on page 9 for your door opening options Note! Ensure carriers are mounted level and straight on the glass. Note! Slider blocks should be on the outer of the curve.
Page 13 Prepare the fixed panels for installation, fitting the panel gaskets. Note! Small fin on gaskets to face INSIDE of enclosure. (a) Use the glass lintel bracket as a guide, place at the end of the glass panel, as illustrated. (b) Push gaskets onto the glass and up to glass lintel bracket to get your measurement.
Page 14 Note! Be careful not to lose the lollipop down the wall channel. Note! The lollipop must sit within the thickness of the glass, pushing it too far in will result in the top bracket not being able to locate down. ±...
Page 15 Fitting the top lintel Note! Should your top lintel not be level, you ± 0 mm can use the packers (supplied). See next page for details. ± 0 mm 3.0 mm (a) Position the top lintel with the cutouts on the glass. (b) Place the back plates on the internal side of glass on both panels and tighten the two screws on each side.
Page 16 Support packers for top lintel level After positioning the top lintel with the cutouts on the glass, you need to ensure the level before fully tightening the two screws on each side. The support packers are an option to get the lintel fully level. Please follow steps below to install the support packers. ± 0mm (a) Loosen the screws and pull up the top lintel. (b) Locate the support packer onto the gasket. (c) Pull back the top lintel and measure the level. 1317134-W2-B...
Page 17 Note! Prior to beading, ensure that the glass panels are level with the edges of the tray. Inside view Inside view ± 0 mm The ribs on Important! the beading go Wet the beading seal to towards the glass. help with installation. (a) Push in the beading seals using the roller provided for both channels on the inside of the enclosure, starting at the bottom and working upwards. (b) Make sure that both the glass panels are level and equal about the tray.
Page 18 Note! Avoid over adjustment of the leveling screws. This will ensure there is no contact between the lintel and the metal Note! Apply the supplied slider carriages. Raise Door - Anti Clockwise lubricant in the three Lower Door - Clockwise marked locations. This is critical to ensure smooth Note! Ensure that operation of the door.
Page 19 (g) Fit carrier covers. (h) Apply the supplied lubricant within the trackway of the lintel at the 3 spots detailed above. Move the door left and right to distribute the lubricant. Anti Jump Strip VIEW FROM INSIDE OF ENCLOSURE (a) Fit anti jump strip on the top lintel. 1317134-W2-B...
Page 20 Handle Installation Note! Handle installations are the same for all the handle options. 2.0 mm 1317134-W2-B...
Page 21 Inline panel vertical seal Rear door vertical seal Door Closing vertical Seal (a) Fit the 3 vertical seals as shown above. 1317134-W2-B...
Page 22 (a) Apply sealant in accordance with the sealant manufacturers instructions along the outside surfaces of the door frame only. (b) Allow the silicone sealant to cure for 24 hours before use. 1317134-W2-B...
Page 23: Maintenance
Maintenance General Maintenance Providing the shower enclosure has been correctly installed and is operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this guide, difficulties should not arise. If any maintenance is required then it must be carried out by a competent tradesperson to whom the maintenance instructions are provided. Before replacing any parts ensure the underlying cause of the malfunction has been resolved. If the door becomes difficult to slide, then apply more lubrication. Cleaning Warning! The use of grout/tile cleaners, scale removers, abrasive scourers, drain unblockers and other powerful detergents may lead to damage of metallic, plated and plastic surfaces, including the tray and shower waste. Avoid the use of ‘spray and leave’ cleaners. Any cleaner used should have a pH level between 4 and 8 and immediately wiped dry using a soft cloth. Care To preserve the beauty of your shower enclosure for many years, please observe the following care instructions: Rinse glass and frame with clear water after showering. Remove water droplets with a squeegee.
Page 24: Spare Parts
Spare Parts 1317134-W2-B...
Page 25: Part Numbers
Part Numbers 4.1922.094 Spare Quad Lintel Pack - Pair 4.1922.079 Spare Slider Enclosure Parts Pack 4.1922.057 Spare Glazing Bead Pack 4.1922.096 Spare Quad Seal Pack 4.1922.095 Spare Quad Carriers Pack 4.1922.099 Spare Quad Anti Jump 4.1922.141 Spare Fixing Pack 4.1922.108 Spare Lubrication Spare Glass Lintel Brackets, Screws and Covers. 4.1922.144 (x4 of each) 1317134-W2-B...
Page 26 Notes 1317134-W2-B...
Page 27: Declaration Of Performance
Declaration of Performance 1317134-W2-B...
Page 28 Kohler Mira Ltd, Cromwell Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL52 5EP, UK KOHLER Mira Ascend & Composed Shower Enclosures & Bath Screens Declaration of Performance: CE 0120 EN 14428:2015 1317134-W2-B Kohler Mira Limited, August 2018...