Viega Advantix 4960.81 Instructions For Use Manual
Viega Advantix 4960.81 Instructions For Use Manual

Viega Advantix 4960.81 Instructions For Use Manual

Shower channel, base unit

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Advantix shower channel, base unit
Instructions for Use
for bonded sealing (tiled shower) with sealing mat
Model
4960.81
en_INT
Year built:
from 01/2008

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  • Page 1 Advantix shower channel, base unit Instructions for Use for bonded sealing (tiled shower) with sealing mat Model Year built: 4960.81 from 01/2008 en_INT...
  • Page 2 Advantix shower channel, base unit 2 from 32...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents About these instructions for use Target groups Labelling of notes About this translated version Product information Standards and regulations Intended use 2.2.1 Areas of use 2.2.2 Media 2.2.3 Drainage capacity Product description 2.3.1 Overview 2.3.2 Technical data 2.3.3...
  • Page 4: About These Instructions For Use

    This restriction does not extend to possible operating instructions. The installation of Viega products must take place in accordance with the general rules of engineering and the Viega instructions for use.
  • Page 5: About This Translated Version

    About these instructions for use About this translated version This instruction for use contains important information about the choice of product or system, assembly and commissioning as well as intended use and, if required, maintenance measures. The information about the products, their properties and application technology are based on the current standards in Europe (e.
  • Page 6: Product Information

    2 Product information Standards and regulations The following standards and regulations apply to Germany / Europe. National regulations can be found on the relevant web site of your country at viega.com/standards. Regulations from section: Sealing Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger‐...
  • Page 7: Intended Use

    Product information Regulations from section: Important notes Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger‐ many Dimensions of slots and recesses EN 1996 Intended use 2.2.1 Areas of use The shower channel is used in the bathroom as a drain for a floor-level shower.
  • Page 8: Product Description

    Product information Product description 2.3.1 Overview Fig. 1: Components and scope of delivery 1 - mounting adhesive 2 - sealing tape 3 - drain flange 4 - shower channel 5 - mortar anchor with connection for potential equalisation 6 - feet, height-adjustable 7 - fixing material for the feet 8 - odour trap, adjustable in two stages 9 - height adjustment piece, can be cut to length...
  • Page 9: Technical Data

    Product information 2.3.2 Technical data Nominal width [DN] Material Stainless steel 1.4301 Drainage capacity Ä Chapter 2.2.3 „Drainage capacity“ on page 7 Dimensions and installa‐ Ä Chapter 3.1.2 „Installation dimen‐ tion height sions“ on page 12 Water seal level 90–99 mm installation height: 35 mm 100–109 mm installation height: 40 mm 110–190 mm installation height: 50 mm Load class...
  • Page 10 Product information Important note Careful planning is required for professional sealing. In addition, depending on the individual dampness wear class and the type of foun‐ dation, a suitable BS system with a building regulations certificate of suitability must be chosen. Furthermore, the following factors should be taken into account: Drain or shower channel must be equipped with a special flange, which has an adhesive surface and a width of at least 30 mm.
  • Page 11: Fire Protection

    Product information 2.4.2 Fire protection Advantix shower channels and drains can both be fitted to be fire proof. The R120 pipe lead-in can be used for this purpose in the floor con‐ struction. In this way, a fire resistance time of up to 120 minutes can be achieved.
  • Page 12: Handling

    Handling 3 Handling Assembly information 3.1.1 Important note Before assembly: Check if the drainage capacity of the model chosen is sufficient for the arising water volume Ä Chapter 2.2.3 „Drainage capacity“ on page 7. An adequate level of floor covering stability must be guaranteed Ä...
  • Page 13 Handling Fig. 5: Niche dimensions Art. no. Standard dimen‐ sion of shower door 571 160 619 541 571 177 619 756 571 184 619 763 571 191 1000 1045 1000 619 770 571 207 1200 1245 1170 1200 619 787 Advantix shower channel, base unit 13 from 32...
  • Page 14: Tools And Materials

    Handling 3.1.3 Tools and materials Special tools Spanner size 8 for mounting grate Drill, 6 mm Tool for the removal of the grate (e. g. model 4965.90, art. no. 689 704) Mounting adhesive Mounting adhesive can be used for a maximum of 18 months. The filling date is found on the top edge of the cartridge.
  • Page 15 Handling Installation height 110–190 mm Shorten height adjustment piece accordingly. The water seal level remains 50 mm. Further: Ä Chapter 3.2.2 „Mount base unit“ on page 19. Advantix shower channel, base unit 15 from 32...
  • Page 16 Handling Installation height 100–109 mm Loosen fastening ring with screwdriver. Push the floor piece in by one ring (1 x 10 mm). The fine tuning within these dimensions takes place using the height adjustment piece. The water seal level reduces to 40 mm. 10 mm Fit the mounting ring and tighten to a maximum 2.5 Nm ±...
  • Page 17 Handling Installation height 90–99 mm Loosen fastening ring with screwdriver. Push in the floor piece around 2 rings (2 x 10 mm). The fine tuning within these dimensions takes place using the height adjustment piece. The water seal level reduces to 35 mm. 10 mm Fit the mounting ring and tighten to a maximum 2.5 Nm ±...
  • Page 18 Handling Correct height adjustment Loosen fastening ring with screwdriver. Remove the floor piece or push it into the drain. Remove the floor piece. Lay the greased O-Ring into the casing (see arrow). Push the floor piece straight into the required position in the drain. The arrow on the base of the odour trap must be pointed towards the drain.
  • Page 19: Mount Base Unit

    Handling Fit the mounting ring and tighten to a maximum 2.5 Nm ± 0.2 Nm using a screwdriver. Alternatively, the screw can be tightened until the markings on the mounting ring match up. 3.2.2 Mount base unit Insert height adjustment piece with O-ring. Screw the height adjustment into the foot.
  • Page 20: Align Shower Channel

    Handling Insert rubber caps. Push feet into the retaining brackets. 3.2.3 Align shower channel Bend open the mortar anchor (1). Press the drain support into the height adjustment piece as far as it will go (2). Correct drain position, if necessary. Turn the height adjustment piece to do so (3).
  • Page 21: Connect Shower Channel

    Handling Check whether the shower channel is inserted into the height adjustment piece as far as it will go. 3.2.4 Connect shower channel The connection to the wastewater system must be completed before the drain can be installed in the floor construction. Requirements: A pipe to the planned drainage position is already in place for the connection to the wastewater system.
  • Page 22: Preparing For Further Work

    Handling Secure the feet in place with fixing material if necessary. 3.2.5 Preparing for further work Remove the protective foil around the drain. INFO! The protective foil must not become dirty. It will be required later. Fill the shower channel with water. Check the drain casing and pipeline for leak tightness.
  • Page 23 Handling Insert immersion pipe. Optionally, insert the sieve. The drainage capacity increases without a sieve. Stick the protective foil back on. ð The shower channel has been mounted. Advantix shower channel, base unit 23 from 32...
  • Page 24: Sealing The Shower Channel

    Handling Lining with screed NOTICE! Product damage due to improper installation If hollow spaces occur during the lining of the shower channel, leaks may occur when pressure is applied. Inform the subsequent workers that the shower channel must be fully lined and that there must be no hollow spaces. INFO! Screed and floor tiles must be laid at an incline of 1–2 % in the direction of the shower channel.
  • Page 25 Handling Apply the first layer of bonded sealing generously onto the screed. Observe the instructions for use of the manufacturer of the bonded sealing. Remove protective foil. The protective foil is no longer required and can be discarded. Close the holes in the flange using plugs included with delivery. Apply the mounting adhesive to the flange.
  • Page 26 Handling Use a palette-knife to spread the mounting adhesive evenly. Place the sealing tape on the flange in such a way that flange and screed are evenly covered. Press the sealing tape firmly onto the mounting adhesive and bonded sealing. Overlap the corners in the process. Stick the overlapping strips together at the corners with mounting adhesive.
  • Page 27: Insert Grate Frame

    Handling 3.2.7 Insert grate frame Calculate upper edge of tiles. Select the required size from the spacers supplied. Distribute and mount the spacers on the grate frame evenly. Advantix shower channel, base unit 27 from 32...
  • Page 28 Handling Insert grate frame. Shift the grate frame as required. Tolerance to all sides = 5 mm ð The shower channel installed. 5 mm 5 mm The floor can now be tiled. 5 mm 5 mm Advantix shower channel, base unit 28 from 32...
  • Page 29: Care

    Handling Lay tiles CAUTION! Risk of injury due to sharp edges Sharp edges in the barefoot area can lead to injuries. Ensure yourself that there are no sharp edges in the bare‐ foot area. Check with particular care: – tiles –...
  • Page 30: Cleaning

    Handling 3.3.2 Cleaning We recommend using a mild cleaning agent, a cloth and a washing-up brush for cleaning. Clean shower channel Remove grate, e. g.4965.90 with removal tool model , art. no. 689 704. Clean grate and shower channel. Rinse with clean water. Replace the grate into the shower channel.
  • Page 31 Handling Cleaning the drain Remove grate, e. g.4965.90 with removal tool model , art. no. 689 704. Remove sieve. Remove immersion pipe. Clean sieve and immersion pipe. Advantix shower channel, base unit 31 from 32...
  • Page 32: Disposal

    Handling Clean drain. Replace immersion pipe. Replace sieve. Re-insert grate. Disposal Separate the product and packaging materials (e. g. paper, metal, plastic or non-ferrous metals) and dispose of in accordance with valid national legal requirements. Advantix shower channel, base unit 32 from 32...

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