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Dreamline QWALL TUB Installation Instruction

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without prior notice. For the latest up-to-date technical drawings, manuals or any
other details please refer to the
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Please carefully read the instructions before installing. If you have any questions
regarding installation, please call our technical support specialists Monday through
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  • Page 1 QWALL TUB CRYLIC NSTALLATION NSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT DreamLine reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice. For the latest up-to-date technical drawings, manuals or any other details please refer to the support.BathAuthority.com web page.

  • Page 2: Tools Required

    2. Please note that you should consult your local building codes with questions on installation compliance standards. Building and plumbing codes may vary by location, and DreamLine is not responsible for code compliance standards for your project. 3. This acrylic wall system is specially designed to be installed over any solid surface. If you are installing the acrylic walls over the existing tiles, remove all loose tiles before the installation.

  • Page 3: Packing List

    Before discarding the carton, check for small hardware bags that tend to fall to the bottom of the box. If any parts are damaged or missing, please contact DreamLine for replacement.
  • Page 4 Back Panel Installation Instruction 1. Measure the distance of the back wall of the tub (corner to corner) The distance is “W” See Fig. 1 for details. 2. Divide the W measurement by 2 (W/2). Place a mark on the back wall and draw a vertical line from top to bottom.
  • Page 5 3. Measure the side walls from the corner to the front point where the Side panel (01) is going to end. This distance is “D”. See Fig. 3 for details. D - 1” 1” 4. Verify on which side of your tub wall the fixtures will be installed.
  • Page 6 Attach the Center cover (05) vertically at the center point along the line and mark the Ø5/16” drilling holes through predrilled holes on the Center cover. Drill the holes using Ø5/16” drill bit and insert the Wall Anchors (06). See Fig. 6 and Fig. 7 for details. Rev 1.1...
  • Page 7 6. Attach the Corner cover (04) to the corner of the wall and mark drilling holes through the predrilled holes on the Corner cover. Drill the holes using Ø5/16” drill bit and insert the Wall Ø5/16” Anchors (06). See Fig. 8 and Fig. 9 for details Rev 1.1...
  • Page 8 7. Determine the position of both Back panels (02). W/2-1” NOTE: a) Narrow side of the Back panel W/2-1” cannot be trimmed and should face the center of the Back wall. b) Wide side of the Back panel can be trimmed to the size of the wall and should face the corner.
  • Page 9 8. Place the Back panel (02) on a flat piece of plywood or a particle board. Cut the side end of the Back panel by making a few deep scratches with a sharp industrial knife using a T-Square tool or a handheld jig saw.
  • Page 10 9. Mount the Center cover (05) to the center of the back wall using Countersunk screws ST4.2×30 (07). Do not tighten the screws. Leave the Center cover loose on the wall. See Fig. 13 for details. . 13 10. Apply the sealant to the back of the left Back panel (02).
  • Page 11 11. Slide the right edge of the left Back panel (02) all the way behind the Center cover (05) and push the Back panel against the wall. You can adjust the position of the Back panel before the sealant sets. Apply equal pressure to the whole surface of the Back panel from top to bottom.
  • Page 12 13. Align both Back panels at the top and tighten the screws on the Center cover (05) to secure this assembly in place. See Fig. 17 and Fig. 18 for details. . 17 . 18 Rev 1.1...
  • Page 13 14. Determine the position of both Side panels (01). D -1” D -1” NOTE: a) Narrow side of the Side panel cannot be trimmed and should face the corner of the side wall. b) Wide side of the Side panel can be trimmed size your...
  • Page 14 D -1” D -1” . 21 16. Place the marks on the Side panel (01) which is going to the side wall with the fixtures according to the taken measurements in Fig. 4. Drill the holes in the Side panel. Mind using the proper diameter saw bit or a handheld jig saw.
  • Page 15 . 23 17. Apply the sealant to the back surface of the Side panel (01). Apply the sealant around the drilled holes and to the whole back side of the Side panel. See Fig. 24 for details. . 24 Rev 1.1...
  • Page 16 18. Slide the edge of the Side panel (01) behind the Corner cover (04) and push the Side panel against the wall. Align the top of the Side panel with the Back panel before sealant sets. Apply equal pressure to the whole surface of the Side panel from top to bottom.
  • Page 17 19. Apply the sealant to the back surface of the Side panel (01) for another side wall installation. See Fig. 27 for details. . 27 20. Repeat Step 18 to install the second Side panel. See Fig. 28 and Fig. 29 for details.
  • Page 18 . 29 21. Fasten tight the Corner covers (04) and the Center cover (05) to secure the Side panels (01) and the Back panels (02) in place. See Fig. 28 for details. . 28 Rev 1.1...
  • Page 19 22. Use decorative plugs to cover the screw holes in the Corner covers (04) and the Center cover (05). See Fig. 29 for details. . 29 23. Apply caulk along the top edge of panels along connection of the bottom edges of the panels with the tub.
  • Page 20 Tub Glass Shelves Installation Instruction 24. Find the desirable height for the Glass shelves (09) and mark the locations on the wall. NOTE: The Glass shelves can be installed either two in one corner, or one in each. See Fig. 31 for details. .
  • Page 21 10. Mount the Glass brackets (10) to the wall using the Countersunk screws ST4.2×30. NOTE: padded set screw of the Glass bracket should be facing down. Slide the upper Glass shelf (09) into the Glass brackets and tighten the set screws at the bottom of the brackets. Then slide the bottom Glass shelf in place.

  • Page 22: Product Maintenance

    Product maintenance To insure long lasting life for your acrylic back walls, wipe them off after each use with a soft cloth. To clean the acrylic back walls use non-abrasive sprays or cream based cleaners. Never use abrasive cleansers, metal brushes or scrapers that could scratch or dull the surface. Acrylic cleaning procedure: Acrylic should be cleaned with warm water and a clean, nonabrasive cloth.
  • Page 23 SHOWER CABINS (JETTED & STEAM) DreamLine™ warrants glass, acrylic and finish to be free from defects in workmanship for a period of five (5) years from initial date of purchase by the owner/end-user, contractor or builder from an authorized dealer; and plumbing, electrical and steam generator components for a period of one (1) year from the initial date of purchase by the owner/end-user, contractor or builder from an authorized dealer.
  • Page 24 TEL: 866-731-8378 – 215-957-1411 FAX: 866-227-9245 – 215-893-1780 WWW. UTHORITY.COM For more information on DreamLine Tub Back Wall please visit www.BathAuthority.com Rev 1.1...
  • Page 25 VISIONS & T HOWER NSTALLATION NSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT DreamLineTM reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice. For the latest up-to-date technical drawings, manuals or any other details please refer to your model’s web page on BathAuthority.com Please read these instructions carefully before installing.
  • Page 26 2. Please note that you should consult your local building codes with questions about installation compliance standards. Building and plumbing codes may vary by location, and DreamLine is not responsible for code compliance standards for your project . 3. Install all of the required plumbing and drainage before securing the shower. Have a competent and licensed (if required by local code) plumber or tradesman perform and/or approve your plumbing installation.
  • Page 27 Before discarding the carton, check for small hardware bags that tend to fall to the bottom of the box. If any parts are damaged or missing, please contact DreamLine for replacement.
  • Page 28 Shower Door Installation 1. Measure the distance between the two finished walls at the top, middle and bottom. This distance is marked as “W”. Also check the threshold for level and the walls for plumb. See Fig. 1 for details. 2.
  • Page 29 3. Once the Guide rails (#03) have been cut, you will need to reinstall the roller stoppers on each Guide rail 2” (#03) on both ends. It is important that these stoppers are installed at the correct location. Remove the existing stopper. Mark the drilling hole at a distance of 2”...
  • Page 30 4. Fasten the bottom Guide rail (#03) to the Glass profiles (#01) with the Round head screws ST4.2x25 (#11). See Fig. 5 for details. TIP: For ease of assembly, add some liquid soap or wax to lubricate the screws prior to attaching the glass profiles to the guide rails.
  • Page 31 6. Install Single side strips (#09) in-between Stationary glass (#05) and the Glass profiles (#01). The strips should be inserted on the side that is facing the inside of the shower. (See detail in Fig. 7) ATTENTION: Do not use a screwdriver or other metal objects to install the Single Side Strip;...
  • Page 32 9. Move the finished frame to the designated position on the shower base, the bathtub or the threshold (depending on your installation); push it against the walls. If your top and bottom wall opening measurements vary or if the walls are out-of-plumb, make adjustments by sliding the Wall profiles (#02) out of the Glass Profiles (#01).
  • Page 33 12. Fasten the top and the bottom Wheel assemblies (#17) to the Glass doors (#04). The top wheels can adjust the door level with the adjustable bolt and lock nut. The bottom wheel has a press button to fix the wheel on to the bottom Guide rail (#03).
  • Page 34 14. Install the Handles (#06) to the Glass doors (#04).(Fig 13.1) Press the anti-water strips (#08) o n t o t h e v e r t i c a l e d g e s o f t h e Stationary glass (#05) and both vertical edges of the Glass doors (#04).
  • Page 35 16. Apply a good quality mildew resistant silicone along the profiles and guide rails; on the seams between the bottom guide rail and the profiles as well as along the shower base or threshold. See Fig. 15 for details. Caulk .
  • Page 36 TEL: 866-731-2244 FAX: 866-857-3638 WWW. UTHORITY.COM www.BathAuthority.com For more information on DreamLine Shower Doors & Tub Doors please visit VISIONS Ver 1 Rev 7 07/2015...