FLEX 48”x 72“ / 60”x 72” SHOWER DOOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 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, warranty information or additional details please refer to your model’s web page on DreamLine.com MODEL #s SHDR-22487200-01 SHDR-22607200-01 ##=finish 01- Chrome Right hand door installation shown Please read these instructions carefully before installing.
Preparation 1. Prior to installation, examine all boxes and packages for shipping damage and compare the piece count with your packing slip. After opening all boxes and packages read this introduction carefully. Check that all of the needed parts are included in the package by checking off the components on the “Detailed Diagram of Shower Door Components”.
Tools Tape Measure Level Drill bit (Ø=5/16") (8mm) Drill bit (Ø=1/8") (3mm) Power Drill Tip: Measure the finished opening before proceeding with the installation to be sure that the correct model size has been ordered. Phillips Screwdriver Pencil Hammer Razor Knife Caulk Top Middle Bottom W NOTE: Unpack your unit carefully and inspect it. Lay it out and identify all parts using the detailed diagram and packing list in this manual as a reference.
3 1 Parts diagram 4 5 15 2 12 6 1 17 16 13 14 7 8 15 Parts List PART# 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 DESCRIPTION Wall profile Panel Glass assembly Wall anchor Round head screws ST4.2×10 Truss head screws ST4.2×40 Decorative cap and washer Flanged anti-water strip “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.1 02/2016 QTY 2pcs 1set 8pcs 8pcs 8pcs 8pcs 1pc PART# DESCRIPTION 08 Bottom anti-water strip 12 Magnetic Strike Profile 13 Handle 14 Round Head screws ST4.
Alluminum wall profile Stationary panel glass assembly Expandable rail Glass door Alluminum wall profile Handle Expandable rail Right hand door installation shown “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
Installation steps 1. Insert the Top & Bottom Pivot rails (#15) into the expandable rails of the Stationary panel assembly (#02). Insert the end that is closer to the pivot hole. See Fig 1 for details pivot hole top pivot hole inside outside Fig 1 bottom “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
2. Attach the Magnetic Strike profile (#12) to the Top & Bottom pivot rails (#15) using four of the ST4.2 x 25 Round head screws (#14). See Fig 2 for details inside Fig 2 TIP: Apply some wax or dish soap to the screws to make assembly easier and to prevent stripping the screws. “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
3. Slide the Wall profiles (#01) over the this assembly on both sides. Be sure that the flanges on the Wall profiles (#01) face in towards the shower. See Fig 3 for details inside Fig 3 4. At this point, the entire assembly can be flipped for either left or right hand door installation. However, the flanges on the wall profiles must face into the shower. See Fig 4 for details Fig 4 Left hand door installation “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
5. Check the threshold of the finished opening to make sure that it is level. (This model does not allow for out of level adjustment) See Fig 5 for details 6. Place the assembly onto the threshold at the desired location and extend the expandable Top & Bottom pivot rails (#15) evenly. See Fig 6 for details Fig 5 1 2 Fig 6 Right hand door installation shown “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
7. The opening for the door glass must be square. Measure the top and bottom of the door opening and adjust the Expandable rails as necessary. Push the Wall profiles (#01) tight to the walls to compensate for up to 1/2” out-of-plumb per wall. See Fig 7 for details do o mu r op e st be ning sq ua re Fig 7 8. Check that the the assembly is plumb on the wall and even across the threshold. Mark the position of the Wall Profiles (#01) on the wall. See Fig 8 for details Fig 8 “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
9. Move the assembly aside, remove the wall profiles and mark the holes for drilling. Make sure that the Wall profiles (#01) are tight to the threshold. inside inside See Fig 9 for details Fig 9 10. Drill the holes using a Ø5/16” (8mm) drill bit and insert the Wall anchors (#03). 1 Ø5/16” (8mm) See Fig 10 for details 2 Fig 10 “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
11. Apply a bead of silicone to the wall and screw holes where the Wall profiles (#01) will be installed. Attach the Wall profiles (#01) to the wall using the ST4.2 x 40 Truss Head screws (#05). Repeat this process for the opposite wall profile. 1 See Fig 11 for details 2 3 Fig 11 12. Place the assembly back onto the threshold into the Wall Profile (#01) on the panel side first. See Fig 12 for details Fig 12 “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
. Extend the Expandable rails evenly so that the Magnetic Strike profile (#12) goes into the opposite Wall Profile (#01). See Fig 13 for details 1 2 3 Fig 13 14. Check the door opening for square and make certain that the entire assembly is tight to the threshold. See Fig14 for details do o mu r op e st be ning sq ua re Fig 14 “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
15. Install the Top & Bottom pivot hardware (#16) into the pivot holes of the Top & Bottom pivot rails (#15). Note: The pivots are paired. Install the pivots so that the door will swing out. (bolts face inside the shower) See Fig 15 for details NOTE: DO NOT install the handle onto the door glass until instructed to do so. DO NOT attempt to lift the glass using the handle. This could result in damage to the glass and/or serious personal injury.
17. Test the operation of the door to make sure that the magnetic seal makes full contact. See Fig 17 for details Fig 17 18. Attach the Handle (#13) to the door glass. Trim the Bottom anti-water strip (#08) to fit on both sides of the pivot and attach both pieces to the bottom of the door glass. NOTE: Measure to the edge of the door and notch the Bottom anti-water strip (#08) with a razor knife to fit around the magnet strip, leaving the bottom sweep intact.
19. Attach the Flanged Anti-water strip (#07) to the vertical edge of the Stationary panel glass (#02) with the flange facing into the shower. See Fig 19 for details inside pa ne l do or outside Fig 19 Right hand door installation shown “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
20. Once all adjustments have been made, drill pilot 1 holes from inside of the showerinto the Top & bottom Expanding rails through the predrilled holes using an Ø 1/8” drill bit. Ø1/8” (3mm) 2 inside Note: Do not drill the Expanding rail throughout, only through the first layer. Ø1/8” (3mm) inside Secure the Expanding rails using the Round head screws ST4.2×10 (#04) and the raised white washers. Cover the exposed screw heads and washers with the Decorative caps (#06). 3 ST4.
22. Apply a good quality mildew-resitant silicone around the interior perimeter along both walls and the threshold. Allow 24 hours for the silicone to fully cure before using the shower. 24 Hours Fig 22 Right hand door installation shown “FLEX” 48x72 / 60x72 manual Ver.
Product Maintenance BASES and BACKWALLS: To ensure a long 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. GLASS: To ensure long lasting life for your glass shower products: wipe them off after each use with a soft cloth.
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