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MODEL VG6072

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PREPARATION STEPS TO FOLLOW BEFORE INSTALLATION

1.

Remove the plastic layer from the base border (if needed). Do NOT remove the plastic layer off

the plastic platform of the base/tub.

2.

Properly apply silicone to the wall and base joints.

3.

Measure your opening to determine if your unit will fit properly. See the chart below to determine

the dimensions.

OPENING DIMENSION

MODEL

24X70

26X70

28X70

30X70

24" - 24 1/2"

IMPORTANT

Ensure that there is sufficient structural support behind the shower wall to hold the weight of the

shower door. If there is insufficient support, then reinforce the shower walls with wooden studs

prior to shower door installation. [SEE FIG.1B]

CAUTION

!

GASKETS NEED TO BE IN BETWEEN ALL GLASS AND METAL CONTACT.  FAILURE TO
DO SO CAN LEAD TO BREAKAGE AND POTENTIAL BODILY HARM.

STUD

FIG.1B

26" - 26 1/2"

28" - 28 1/2"

30" - 30 1/2"

Summary of Contents for VG6072

Page 1: ...r installation of the product These instructions must be observed for safe installation Maintenance and other important non personal injury and non material damage instructions or statements that should be observed It is highly advised to dry fit the unit prior to any installation IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING VIGO reserves the right to modify update all hardware and glass components based ...

Page 2: ...wall side seal strip 1pc 4 Door bottom seal strip 1pc 1pc is extra 5 Handle assembly 1pc 6 Vertical track 1pc 7 Hex screw 1 5 8 4pc 8 White plastic anchor 4pc 9 Phillips screw 1 1 4 4pc 10 Door magnetic seal strip 2pc 11 Green plastic anchor 4pc 12 Screw covers 8pc MODEL VG6072 SOHO PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHOWER DOOR ...

Page 3: ...LIPS SCREW 1 1 4 8 WHITE PLASTIC ANCHOR 7 HEX SCREW 1 5 8 98074 6 VERTICAL TRACK 98075 98076 3 SPLIT WALL SIDE SEAL STRIP 96022 70 5 8 70 5 8 70 5 8 70 5 8 98077ST 97029 24 97029 26 97029 28 97029 30 10 DOOR MAGNETIC SEAL STRIP 96020 11 GREEN PLASTIC ANCHOR 98037 12 SCREW COVER 98040 Product lines may change contact your Vigo representative at 1 866 591 7792 or visit our website at www vigoindustr...

Page 4: ...s REQUIRED TOOLS IMPORTANT Fiberglass acrylic or sheetrock construction might not be sufficiently strong enough to support the shower door enclosure You should use the wood framing from behind the face edge of the stall to provide a secure mounting to the door Apply a bead of silicone between the walls and base of the stall For optimum performance you should install the shower door perfectly level...

Page 5: ...he chart below to determine the dimensions OPENING DIMENSION MODEL 24X70 26X70 28X70 30X70 24 24 1 2 IMPORTANT Ensure that there is sufficient structural support behind the shower wall to hold the weight of the shower door If there is insufficient support then reinforce the shower walls with wooden studs prior to shower door installation SEE FIG 1B CAUTION GASKETS NEED TO BE IN BETWEEN ALL GLASS A...

Page 6: ...lat use a hair dryer to apply minimal heat and press the seal strip back into position B HINGE INSTALLATION 1 Clean the glass surface where the hinges 2 are to be installed with rubbing alcohol Position hinges on the door glass panel 1 Place gaskets on each side of the door glass panel Screw the hinges to the door glass panel with the hex key supplied There is a 1 2 adjustment in the glass holes w...

Page 7: ...R PANEL INSTALLATION REQUIRES TWO OR MORE PEOPLE TO ASSIST 1 Place the door 1 on the shims raising the door up 7 16 to accommodate the bottom door seal strip 2 Align the door correctly using a level 7 16 SHIM NOT PROVIDED C2 7 16 SHIM NOT PROVIDED LEVEL ...

Page 8: ...ch hinge 4 Remove the door and drill holes into the wall where marked Place plastic anchors 8 inside the holes Not necessary if installing into studs Studs are the preferred means of installation anchors can pull out of the wall causing property damage and bodily harm C3 1 OPEN POSITION 7 16 SHIM NOT PROVIDED C4 8 2 ...

Page 9: ... 1 OPEN POSITION 4 3 4 1 5 Clean the door glass panel 1 edges where the door bottom seal strip 4 is to be installed with rubbing alcohol The door bottom seal strip 4 will have to be fit and cut to the proper size Verify that the lip of the seal strip faces toward the inside of the shower cabin before seal strip installation Install the seal strip according to the diagram NOTE If the seal strips ar...

Page 10: ...seal strip should rest 1 16 off of the floor Be aware that the door magnetic seal strip 10 should have the A side facing out NOTE If the seal strips are not flat use a hair dryer to apply minimal heat and press the seal strip back into position D1 1 10 B side A side 1 16 FLOOR MAGNETIC SEAL STRIP SHOULD SIT 1 16 OFF OF THE FLOOR AT THE FINAL INSTALLATION FLOOR 1 10 3 VIEW FROM THE OUTSIDE 4 4 ...

Page 11: ...ottom SEE FIG 6 The vertical track 6 and the door magnetic seal strip 10 are the same length 2 Attach the door magnetic seal strips 10 to each other and then close the door making sure the door is on a level plain keeping the E1 10 6 MAGNETIC SEAL STRIP SHOULD BE 1 16 FROM THE BOTTOM 10 6 10 1 LEVEL HOW MAGNETIC SEAL STRIPS SHOULD MEET E2 ...

Page 12: ...lled with the bottom resting on the floor 4 Remove the magnetic seal strip 10 from the vertical track 6 Hold the vertical track up to the wall where you previously marked and mark the wall through the holes in the vertical track 6 for installation E3 6 1 LEVEL VERTICAL TRACK SHOULD REST ON THE FLOOR E4 6 ...

Page 13: ...Not necessary if installing into studs Studs are the preferred means of installation anchors can pull out of the wall causing property damage and bodily harm 6 Drill the vertical track 6 to the wall with the 1 1 4 phillips screws 9 making sure it is level and true E5 9 LEVEL 6 11 11 11 11 E6 9 9 9 ...

Page 14: ...strip F HANDLE INSTALLATION 1 Unscrew the handle holders from the handle assembly 5 Place the handle to the position on the door Place plastic washers supplied on each side of the door Tighten the handle nuts from inside the shower E7 6 1 10 10 HOW MAGNETIC SEAL STRIPS SHOULD MEET F1 DOOR PANEL 1 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 5 GASKET HANDLE ASSEMBLY 5 ...

Page 15: ...MODEL VG6072 15 G INSTALLING COVERS 1 Install screw covers 12 to the hinges G1 VIEW FROM INSIDE OF THE CABIN 12 1 12 12 12 ...

Page 16: ...e IMPORTANT 1 DO NOT use abrasive cleaners scrapers metal brushes or any items that could scratch or dull the surface 2 DO NOT allow surface to come in contact with acetone nail polish remover dry cleaning solution lacquer thinner gasoline or other similar products REGULAR CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR VIGO SHOWER ENCLOSURE Your home is a moving entity shifting and settling over time Vigo understan...

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