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Installation Instructions
ROPE TWIST™ BATH WALLS
MODEL: 5030.LBW
USED WITH SOAKING TUBS: 2722.102, 2722.202
Thank you for selecting American-Standard...the benchmark of fine quality
for over 100 years. To ensure that your installation proceeds smoothly--please
read these instructions carefully before you begin.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN....
NOTE: Local building codes vary by location. Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Unpack your new shower walls and inspect them carefully for damage. Verify that the walls are the correct size for your
installation. Refer to American Standard roughing-in information for specific dimensions for each model.
TOOLS & MATERIALS REQUIRED....
TOOLS:
• Drill & Hole Saw or Sabre Saw
• Tape Measure
• Caulking Gun
• Pencil
• Square
• Level
NOTE: Take extra care in handling the front surfaces of the walls. Use only non-abrasive cloths to avoid scratching.
FOR TOLL FREE INFORMATION AND ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS, CALL:
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MATERIALS:
• Clear Silicone Sealant
• Acrylic/Latex Sealant
• Galvanized (or corrosion resistant) flat head
screws 3/4" minimum length
• 2 x 4 lumber for additional wall studs as required
• Tub Surround Adhesive
HOTLINE FOR HELP
1 (800) 442-1902, in Canada call 1 (800) 387-0369.
Weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern time.
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Summary of Contents for American Standard Rope Twist Bath Walls 5030.LBW
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
NOTE: Local building codes vary by location. Observe all local plumbing and building codes. Unpack your new shower walls and inspect them carefully for damage. Verify that the walls are the correct size for your installation. Refer to American Standard roughing-in information for specific dimensions for each model. TOOLS & MATERIALS REQUIRED... - Page 2 PREPARATION: Rope Twist shower walls are to be installed directly over stud walls. Drywall is not required. A) Remove dry wall surface and ensure that alcove is plumb and square. (Illustration 1) Illustration 1 B) The studs should be located as shown to properly support walls. Provide additional studs where illustrated below.
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Page 3: Installation Procedures
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES: If you plan to install a shower door, a 2 x 4 must be installed in the pocket on the back of both side walls. A) Cut one end of the 2 x 4 to 45° as shown. (Fig.1) Then cut the 2 x 4 to a length of 59-1/2". B) Apply a bead of tub surround adhesive in the pocket of each side wall. - Page 4 A) Apply a bead of tub surround adhesive down each stud that will come in contact with the back panel being sure to stay below the line you marked. You do not need to apply adhesive to the corner studs. B) Lay a bead of silicone caulk along tub ledge.
- Page 5 A) Apply a bead of tub surround adhesive down each stud that will come in contact with the side panels being sure to stay below the line previously marked. B) Lay a bead of silicone caulk along side panel mating surface and tub ledge. C) Align the top nailing flange of each side panel with pencil line marked.
- Page 6 Install temporary braces to hold the center of the back and side panels tight to the studs for approximately 24 hours while adhesive sets. Add cushioning between panels and braces to prevent scratching the panels. A) After greenboard is installed, apply finished latex/acrylic caulk bead to all edges and joints. Follow caulk manufacturers’ recom- mended cure time.
- Page 7 Your distributor or builder can provide details. American Standard warrants to the original consumer purchaser that it will, at its option, repair or replace this whirlpool or any of its parts that are found by American Standard, in its sole judgment, to be defective under normal residential use and maintenance so long as it is owned by the original consumer purchaser.