Swanstone STMK96-(xxxx) - Installation - Manual (Page 5)

STMK96-3636, SQMK96-3636
Three flat panels
Two soap dishes
Four tubes of clear silicone
Two tubes of color match silicone
Unpackaging
Use care when opening the box so that you do not damage
the panels.
This product is shipped to you or your retail center after
careful inspection. After purchasing the kit, carefully unbox
and inspect the product for any shipping damage that may
have occurred. If damage is found, report it immediately to
the store of purchase. After inspection and during
installation, protect the products from construction damage
by moving them to another room or area until ready to
install.
Store panels in a flat area to avoid warpage until the time of
installation. Do not store the panels outside of the original
packaging in a vertical position.
Please use the model number located on the side of the
box or the front of this manual when contacting us with
questions concerning the installation of this unit.
Make sure the walls are the correct size and are in good
condition. Installation of damaged product will void the
warranty.
Helpful Hints
Read these instructions carefully and familiarize yourself
with the various parts of the kit.
The variety of installations possible for this kit may require
procedures other than those shown. Ensure construction is
correctly sized, plumb, and square.
Save the large cardboard box for protection of the shower
floor during the installation process and to use as a
template for cutting the back shower wall panel.
Allow sufficient time for the parts in this kit to adjust to room
temperature. We do not recommend installation of this
product at temperatures below 65 degrees.
Sawhorses with 2 x 4 cross-members or a worktable are
helpful during the installation process.
Always transport the panels vertically. Use care when
laying the panels flat to prevent flexing, especially when
panels have a cutout in them.
Store unused materials away from the work area to prevent
accidental damage.
If the shower is placed over a garage or on an outside wall,
care must be taken to ensure that the shower is properly
insulated from cold temperatures.
Preparation Tips
Measure the width of the back wall (with green board)
installed. This measurement cannot exceed the width of the
Swanstone back panel. If the wall opening is too large, other
methods or two panels will be required to cover the wall.
Turn off the hot and cold water supply.
Remove faucet handles, escutcheons, filler spouts, and/or
anything mounted to the wall (i.e. towel bars, soap dishes,
etc.).
Always measure the location of the plumbing cutouts from
the back wall forward and from the ledge of the shower
base upward.
Ensure all plumbing or electrical work inside the walls is
finished prior to installation of the wall panels.
Prepare the area with 1/2” (13 mm) moisture-resistant
drywall, marine grade plywood, or concrete board. Never
install our products directly on any structure that is, or may
become, wet or damp.
Trial fit the side panels before you begin. Swanstone
panels have a finished side and a nonfinished backer side.
The Swanstone panel has a sticker or stickers attached to
the nonfinished backer side and, upon installation, should
be placed against the sub-wall.
Walls must be solid, plumb, and square within 1/8” of true.
Shim or trim the opening, as required. This kit has been
designed with some adjustability for minor alignment
problems.
The mounting surface must be free of dirt, film, waxes, or
any other residues.
If you are installing a recessed accessory, cut the hole after
the panel is installed and fully supported by the wall.
Remember to position the accessory between the wall
studs.
Caulking Tips
Follow the instructions on the caulking tube.
When job is complete, inspect all caulked areas for gaps
and fill as needed.
Clean up any excess silicone that was missed using
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Be very careful not to disturb caulk joints.
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