DreamLine ENIGMA-AIR, Enigma Series Manual

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DreamLine ENIGMA-AIR, Enigma Series Manual

Right Hand door installation as an example

Roller wheels adjusted as needed so the bulb vinyl seal makes even contact with the wall from top to bottom

Right Hand door installation as an example

To secure the Stoppers (#05): Apply Thread Lock adhesive to the threads of the set screws during the nal installation. Fully tighten the set screws with the supplied allen wrench.

* Stopper Locations as measured from the wall to the center of the stopper:

  • Panel side: 4-3/4" (+/-) (but no less than 4-1/2" )
  • Door side: 4" (+/-) (depends on opening conditions)

Recommended to apply thread lock to:

  • Stopper set screws
  • Roller guard bolts
  • Wheel bolts
  • Glass Bracket bolts

All vinyl gaskets and sleeves must be installed properly between all hardware and glass to prevent glass-to-metal contact

Handing Information

Handing Information
dangerNOTE: This door is reversible for right or left-hand installation. The right-hand return panel installation is shown as an example throughout this manual. For the left-hand return panel installation, simply begin on the opposite wall and reverse the orientation of the steps shown.

Reinforcement for Enigma Series

Heavy Glass frameless sliding shower or tub door
install 2"x 6" wood blocking between the studs where the Guide Rail Brackets will attach to the wall
Reinforcement
*Blocking height requirement (to center) as measured from threshold or tub deck:
Enigma Air, Enigma Sky = 73" for shower ht / 59" for tub ht
Enigma X, Enigma XO = 72-1/2" for shower ht / 58-1/2" for tub ht
Enigma Z = 73-1/2" for shower ht / 59-1/2" for tub ht
Enigma = 75-1/2" for shower ht only

Tools Required


dangerTip: Measure the finished opening before proceeding with the installation to be sure that the correct model size has been ordered.
dangerTip: Prior to installation, cover the shower/tub drain with tape to prevent losing screws or small parts.
dangerTip: Set screw gun clutch to low setting when installing screws and bolts to prevent stripping the heads.
Threshold must be level.

NOTE: Unpack your unit carefully and inspect it. Lay it out and identify all parts using the epowp diagram and packing list in this manual as a reference. Before discarding the carton, check for small hardware bags that may have fallen to the bottom of the box. If any parts are damaged or missing, please contact DreamLine ® for replacement. The shipping boxes may contain extra parts not used in your model configuration.
NOTE: Retain these installation instructions for future reference.

Diagram A


The glass surface with the ClearMax™ label must be installed facing the inside of the shower

Diagram B


The glass surface with the ClearMax™ label must be installed facing the inside of the shower

Parts List-B

ITEM # DESCRIPTION QTY
01 U-Channel 1PC
16 Ø5/16" plastic wall anchor 5PC
17 Countersunk screw ST4.2X40 4PCS
22 Stationary Glass 1PC
23 Stationary Glass Connector 1PC
24 Wall bracket 1PC
25 Truss Head screw ST4.2X55 1PC

SHOWER ENCLOSURE PLAN

Overall outside dimensions of the installed enclosure
Overall outside dimensions of the installed enclosure - Part 1
*measured from the finished wall to the outside surface of the return panel glass

Overall outside dimensions of the installed enclosure - Part 2
*measured from the finished wall to the outside surface of the return panel glass
dangerRight-hand return panel installation is shown as an example throughout this manual

Installation steps

  1. Check both of the finished walls for plumb and the threshold for level. Confirm that the threshold meets the minimum threshold requirement of 2-1/4" for this unit. Compare the overall (outside) dimensions of the enclosure against the threshold to ensure it will fit prior to beginning installation. (Fig 1)
    NOTE: This model does not allow for out-of-plumb adjustment.
    NOTE: This model requires a minimum 2-1/4" of flat threshold space for installation.
    Installation steps - Step 1
    Installation steps - Step 2
  1. Measure the W2 dimension from the finished corner of the opening over to the return panel threshold. (based on the model size as shown on the "Shower Enclosure Plan") Next, measure the W1 dimension of 34-3/4" out from the wall as the width of the return panel. These will be the outside dimensions of the installed enclosure. Use a carpenter's square and a straight edge as a guide and extend this line across the primary threshold to the opposite wall to use for reference in Step #14 during the installation of the U-Channel for the inline panel glass. (Fig 2)
    W1 = 34-3/4"
    W2 = between 44-3/8" min > 48-3/8" max
    OR
    W2= between 50-3/8" min to 54-3/8" max
    OR
    W2= between 56-3/8" min to 60-3/8" max

    Outside dimensions of the installed enclosure
    Installation steps - Step 3
  1. Align the outside edge of the U-Channel (#01) with the inside of the mark from the previous step on the return panel side of the unit. Level the U-Channel (#01) vertically (plumb), mark the position of the U-Channel (#01) on the wall, and mark the four holes for drilling through the pre-drilled holes in the U-Channel. The placement of this U-Channel must create an opening that is within the model dimensions of the door section, depending on the model size: <48" (SHEN-6434480) or <54" (SHEN-6434540) or <60" (SHEN-6434600) See the "Shower Enclosure Plan" for overall dimensions. (Fig 3)
    Installation steps - Step 4
  1. Set the U-Channel (#01) aside and drill the holes in the wall using a Ø5/16" drill bit and insert the Ø5/16" Plastic Wall Anchors (#16) into the holes. Apply silicone into the screw holes and to the back surface of the U-channel. Attach the U-Channel (#01) to the wall using the ST4.2×40 Countersunk Screws (#17). (Fig 4)
    Installation steps - Step 5
  1. Attach the Stationary Glass Connector (#23) through the hole at the top of the Stationary Glass (#22). Attach the Bottom Bracket (#24) to the bottom of the Return Panel Glass (#22). Use the supplied gaskets to prevent metal contact with the glass. (Fig 5)
    Installation steps - Step 6
  1. Place the Return Panel Glass (#22) onto the threshold. Slide the Return Panel Glass (#22) into the U-Channel (#01) and level it vertically (plumb). Make sure the Return Panel Glass (#22) is aligned with the threshold. (Fig 6)
    danger Use Caution not to bang the glass into the U-Channel or threshold.
    Installation steps - Step 7
  1. Outline the position of the Bottom Bracket (#24) on the threshold. (Fig 7)
    Installation steps - Step 8
  1. Carefully slide the Return Panel Glass (#22) out of the U-Channel (#01) and set it aside. Remove the Bottom Bracket (#24) from the Return Panel Glass (#22). (Fig 8 and Fig 9)
    Installation steps - Step 9
  1. Replace the Bottom Bracket (#24) base back on its marked position (Fig 9.2) and then mark the hole for drilling on the threshold. *Drill a hole into the threshold using:
    • 1/8" drill bit for an acrylic base or
    • 5/16" drill bit for a Ø5/16" Plastic Wall Anchor (#16) into a tile threshold.
      Attach the Bottom Bracket (#24) to the threshold using a and a Truss Head Screw ST4.2×55 (#25). (Fig 9)
      Installation steps - Step 10
  2. Apply a good quality mildew-resistant silicone to the inside of the U-Channel (#01). (Fig 10)
    Installation steps - Step 11
  1. Place the Return Panel Glass (#22) back into the U-Channel (#01) and assemble the Bottom Bracket (#24) to secure the Return Panel Glass (#22). (Fig 11)
    Installation steps - Step 12
  1. Measure the distance from the finished wall to the inside surface of the installed Return Panel Glass (#22) (measure to the surface of the glass, not to the surface of the installed bracket). This distance will represent the finished opening size (W) that will be used to calculate the finished cut dimension for the Guide Rail (#04) in the next step. (Fig 12)
    Installation steps - Step 13
    • Measure the width (W) at a height of 72-1/4"
      Installation steps - Step 14
  1. Use a Chop Saw with a blade for cutting stainless steel to cut the Guide Rail (#04) to fit the finished opening. The Guide Rail (#04) is 1" less than the model size. and will need to be cut to 1" less than the finished opening size (W). (Fig 13)
    Finished opening (W) - 1" = finished cut length
    Installation steps - Step 15
    danger Cut the Guide Rail (#04) from the door end only which is the end opposite from the glass bracket holes.
    Finished opening (W) - 1" = finished cut length
    Installation steps - Step 16
    TIP: Use a metal file to remove any burrs from the cut end of the Guide Rail (#04).
  1. Align the outside edge of the U-Channel (#01) to the inside of the mark on the threshold from Step #2. Level the U-Channel (#01) vertically (plumb), mark the position of the U-Channel (#01) on the wall, and mark the four holes for drilling. (Fig 14)
    Installation steps - Step 17
  1. Remove the U-Channel and drill the holes in the wall using a Ø5/16" drill bit and insert the Ø5/16" Plastic Wall Anchors (#16) into the holes. Apply silicone into the screw holes and to the back surface of the U-Channel. Attach the U-Channel (#01) to the wall using the Countersunk Screws ST4.2×40 (#17). (Fig 15)
    Installation steps - Step 18
  1. From inside the shower, measure up 72-1/4" from the threshold and make a mark on the wall to the inside of the U-Channel 2 (#01). This will indicate the bottom position of the Guide Rail Bracket (#06). (Fig 16)
    Installation steps - Step 19
  1. Hold the Guide Rail Bracket (#06) in the marked position and use a center punch or small pencil to mark the wall through the hole for drilling in the Guide Rail Bracket (#06). (Fig 17)
    danger Note that the bottom of the bracket is thicker than the top and must be installed correctly

    Installation steps - Step 20
  2. ** Drill a Ø5/16" anchor hole and insert a Ø5/16" plastic Wall Anchor (#16). Separate the Guide Rail Bracket (#06) components (6a and 6b). Install the Guide Rail Wall Bracket (#06b) to the wall using one ST4.2 x 55mm Countersunk Screw (#21). (Fig 18)
    danger*NOTE: Installation of the Guide Rail bracket into a stud or 2" x 6" wood reinforcement is strongly recommended.
    danger**NOTE: When installing to a stud, drill a Ø1/4" hole up to the wood and do not use a wall anchor.
    Installation steps - Step 21
    Installation steps - Step 22
  1. Insert the Stationary Glass (#02) into the installed U-Channel (#01). (Fig 19)
    danger Use Caution not to bang the glass into the U-Channel or threshold.
    Installation steps - Step 23
  1. Make sure the Stationary Glass (#02) is parallel to the front edge of the threshold and mark a reference line onto the threshold. Slide the Guide Block (#12) into the notch of the Stationary Glass (#02). Make sure that it aligns square with the glass and flush with the edge of the glass. Mark its position on the threshold and also mark the hole for drilling using a pencil (or center punch). The rubber gaskets must be in place to prevent contact with the glass. (Fig 20)
    Installation steps - Step 24
    Installation steps - Step 25
  1. After marking the position of the Guide Block (#12),remove it along with the Stationary Glass (#02) from the U-Channel (#01) and carefully set it aside. (Fig 21)
    Installation steps - Step 26
  1. To install the Guide Block (#12): loosen the set screw on the side and remove the Guide block face plate (Fig. 22.1). Apply silicone to the underside of the Guide Block (#12) and screw the Guide Block (#12) to the threshold as described below:
    *NOTE:
    • For installation into an acrylic threshold: ◽drill an Ø1/8"(3mm) hole and use the ST4.2 x 25mm Round Head Screw (#18)
      OR
    • For installation into a tile threshold: ◽drill a Ø5/16"(8mm) hole, install Wall Anchor Ø5/16" (#16) and use the ST4.2 x 40mm Countersunk screw (#17). (Fig 22)
      dangerNote: The Guide Block (#12) must be screwed down to the threshold.
      danger TIP: Bring the door glass into the shower before permanently installing the Stationary Glass (#02) and guide rail. Be sure the handle holes face the correct side. After the Stationary Glass (#02) and Guide Rail (#04) are installed, it may not be possible to easily get the door glass into the shower. Always use padding to protect the glass and shower surfaces.
      Installation steps - Step 27
  1. Apply silicone into the U-Channel (#01). Slide the Stationary Glass (#02) firmly into the installed U-Channel (#01), while carefully setting it into the groove of the Guide Block (#12). Tighten the set screw to secure the guide block face plate tight to the glass. (Fig 23)
    danger Use caution not to bang the glass into the U-Channel, threshold, guide block or another piece of glass.
    Installation steps - Step 28
  1. Attach the Stoppers (#05) and Guide Rail Brackets (#06) to both ends of the Guide Rail (#04). Be sure slide the panel side stopper beyond the first glass holder hole. (Fig 24)
    danger Note that there is a top and a bottom to the guide rail bracket.

    NOTE: Use caution not to scratch the guide rail when installing the brackets and stoppers. Be sure to fully loosen the set screws before sliding the brackets and stoppers onto the guide rail.
    Installation steps - Step 29
  1. Align the panel side Guide Rail (#04) end with the installed Guide Rail Wall Bracket (#6b). Slide the Guide Rail Bracket (#6a) over the Guide Rail Wall Bracket (#6b) and tighten the set screws. (Fig 25)
    TIP: Leave the set screws that hold the guide rail to the bracket loose to allow for side-to-side adjustment of the guide rail to make it easier to align the holes in the guide rail with the holes in the panel glass. Tighten these set screws after the holes are aligned. (Fig 25.3 and 25.4)
    Installation steps - Step 30
  1. Attach the Stationary Glass (#02) to the Guide Rail (#04) using the Glass Brackets (#07). Use the supplied gaskets to protect the glass. (Fig 26)
    Installation steps - Step 31
  1. Level the Guide Rail (#04) across the opening. Use the set screws on the Guide Rail Brackets (#06) to adjust the level of the Guide Rail (#04) if necessary. (Fig 27)
    Installation steps - Step 32
  1. Measure the distance from the edge of the Guide Block (#12) to the wall. This distance will be (L). Cut the Anti-Splash Guard (#11) to the size of: (L). (Fig 28)
    Installation steps - Step 33
  1. Apply silicone to the bottom of the Anti-Splash Guard (#11). Remove the face plate from the Guide Block (#12). Insert one end of the Anti-Splash Guard (#11) fully into the Guide Block (#12) and replace the guide block face plate. Align the Anti-Splash Guard (#11) parallel with the front edge of the shower base or threshold. Cover the other end of the Anti-Splash Guard (#11) with the Anti-Splash Guard End Cap (#10). Apply a small amount of silicone to the cap to prevent leakage. Use sevaral strips of painter's tape to hold the Anti-Splash Guard (#11) in place until the silicone cures. (Fig 29)
    Installation steps - Step 34
  1. Attach the Rollers (#08) to the Door Glass (#03) with the wheels facing out.
    NOTE: The roller adjustment disk can be rotated to tilt the door glass slightly to create a tight seal with the return panel glass. Install both wheels the same and only make adjustments after installing the bulb vinyl seal. (Fig 30)
    NOTE: Apply Thread Lock Adhesive (#20) to the roller bolts during installation.

    danger NOTE: DO NOT install the handle onto the door glass until instructed. DO NOT attempt to lift the glass using the handle. This could result in damage to the glass and/or serious personal injury. Always use an assistant or a professional grade glass suction cup when handling heavy glass.
    Installation steps - Step 35
  1. Align the bottom of the Door Glass (#03) with the Guide Block (#12) and hang the door from the Guide Rail (#04). Attach the Bumper Strip (#14) to the handle side of the door glass. (Fig 31)
    danger Use Caution not to bang the glass into the Guide Block
    Installation steps - Step 36
  1. Attach the two Roller Guards (#09) onto the door glass to secure the door to the Upper Guide Rail (#04). Make sure all gaskets are in place. Apply Thread Lock Adhesive (#20) to the bolts. Leave no more than a 1/16" gap between the Roller Guards (#09) and the Upper Guide Rail (#04). Hold the Roller Guards (#09) in position, tighten the post and screw on the cap. (Fig 32)
    NOTE: Apply Thread Lock (#20) to the Roller Guard bolt during installation.

    Installation steps - Step 37
    TIP: Position the roller guard 1/16" below the guide rail, hold the roller guard bolt with the allen wrench and tighten the interior post using the small allen wrench. (Fig 32.2)
    Installation steps - Step 38
  1. Attach the Handle (#15) to the Door Glass (#03). Attach the Anti-Water Strips (#13) to the edge of the Stationary Glass (#02) and Door Glass (#03). (Fig 33)
    Installation steps - Step 39
  1. To install the Bumper (#26) with the 3M tape: position the Bumper (#26) onto the threshold on the stationary panel side of the installation. Remove the 3M Tape backing and position the Bumper (#26) onto the threshold against the U-Channel (#01). (Fig 34)
    danger NOTE: The surfaces need to be clean and free of construction debris before installing the bumper. Wipe the area with an alcohol swab before installation
    TIP: Install the Bumper (#26) using the 3M tape. Screwing the bumper to the wall using a 5/16" hole and anchor is optional (see step 34).

    The Bumper (#26) is reversible for Left or Right wall installation. (Left wall installation shown below from inside the shower)
    Installation steps - Step 40
    Installation steps - Step 41
  1. To install the Bumper (#26) with the screw method: position the Bumper (#26) onto the threshold on the stationary panel side of the installation and mark the position of the hole on the wall. Drill a Ø5/16" hole and insert the Anchor (#16). Remove the 3M Tape backing and position the Bumper (#26) onto the threshold against the U Channel (#01) and attach using the ST4.2 x 40 Countersunk screw. (Fig 35)
    dangerNOTE: The surfaces need to be clean and free of construction debris before installing the bumper. Wipe the area with an alcohol swab before installation.
    Extender driver bit recommended for screw installation method

    TIP: Use caution if using the screw method to not crack the wall/tile and to avoid any plumbing behind the wall.
    The Bumper (#26) is reversible for Left or Right wall installation. (Left wall installation shown below from inside the shower)

    Installation steps - Step 42
    danger NOTE: Cover the shower/tub drain with tape prior to removing the set screws to prevent loss.
    Installation steps - Step 43
  1. Position the Stoppers (#05), remove the set screws from the Stoppers (#05) and apply Thread Lock Adhesive (#20) to the threads. Reinsert the set screws into the Stoppers (#05). Correctly position the Stoppers (#05) and screw them tightly to the Guide Rail (#04) with the supplied allen wrench.
    dangerNOTE: The Stoppers (#05) must be positioned ! correctly to prevent the handle from contacting the Stationary Glass (#02) and to stop the Door Glass (#03) in a position that allows the bumper strip to create a seal with the wall, but does not allow the door glass to bang into the wall during normal operation. (Fig 36a and 36b)
    danger***Position the Panel-side stopper so that the door glass ! makes contact with the stopper and bottom bumper at the same time.
    Installation steps - Step 44
    Door Stopper Installation:
    Installation steps - Step 45
  1. Remove the set screws
  2. Slide the Door open until it makes contact with the bottom Bumper (#26) to correctly position the panel side Stopper (#05) on the Upper Guide Rail (#04).
  3. Remove the set screw threads and apply Thread Lock Adhesive (#20)
  4. Reinsert the set screws into the Stopper (#05) and fully tighten. (Fig 36b)
  5. Repeat on the Door side and position the Stopper (#05) so that the bulb vinyl seals with the wall.

danger * Stopper Locations as measured from the wall to the center of the stopper:

  • Panel side: 5" (+/- 1/16") where the door makes contact with the bottom bumper
  • Door side: 3-1/2" (+/-) (depends on opening conditions)
  1. Apply a good quality mildew-resistant silicone along the connection of the stationary glass with the walls and the threshold. (Fig 37)
    danger Allow 24 hours for the silicone to fully cure before using the shower.
    Right-hand return panel installation shown as an example
    Installation steps - Step 46

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