12. INSTALL BRACKETS
12.1
Align holes in Bracket with second set of holes in from end of drain base.
12.2
Attach using two 1/2” screws. Repeat for opposite end of drain base.
Do not over-tighten screws.
13. INSTALL FOAM BLOCK:
Lay Foam Block in brackets and align ends of foam with inside edge of Clamping Collar.
14. INSTALL MORTAR GUARD
14.1
Install Mortar Guard over Foam Block and Brackets.
14.2
Center end to end over Clamping Collar.
14.3
Fully seat Mortar Guard to Clamping Collar on Drain Base.
15. INSTALL MORTAR BED
15.1
Follow industry standards to install mortar bed flush to top of Mortar Guard 1-1/4” thick.
15.2
Pack mortar into top and bottom of T-Channels to lock Mortar Guard in place. Be certain to maintain uniform thickness
within entire bed.
15.3
Allow to dry before proceeding.
16. REMOVE FOAM BLOCK AND BRACKETS
16.1
Carefully remove Foam Block.
16.2
Remove Bracket Screws and Brackets.
17. INSTALL SLOPE
17.1
Apply tape over entire top surface of drain base.
17.2
Blocking between studs is recommended to support upturned membrane.
HINT:
Notching the studs at each corner approximately 1/8” will provide space for folded Chloraloy corners and prevent
backer board from bowing. If metal studs are used, the backer board can be “shimmed” slightly to provide space for the folded
corners.
17.3
Substrate should be sloped per code requirements (1/4” per foot) with no depressions where ponding could occur.
17.4
Where drains are incorporated into the installation (e.g. showers, commercial kitchens, decks, etc.), the substrate must be
sloped towards the drain.
17.5
Allow to dry before proceeding. Remove tape from drain.
18. INSTALL SHOWER PAN LINER
: Refer to shower pan liner installation instructions.
19. INSTALL BACKER BOARD AND WALL WATERPROOFING
Install 1/2” backer board and wall waterproofing according to
manufacturer’s instructions.
Caution: Do not puncture Liner.
NOTE:
Plumbing codes and TCNA guidelines state that shower walls must be sealed with a vapor barrier or waterproofing
membrane.
20. INSTALL PRE-STRAINERS
20.1
Place short leg of Pre-Strainer down, facing drain hole. Install 1/2” pan head screw, align strainer and tighten screw.
Repeat for opposite strainer
NOTE:
On 24” drain, place long leg of Pre-Strainer down, and secure in place.
21. TEMPORARILY ATTACH STRAINER
21.1 Install Height Adjustment Screws:
Screw in all 2-1/2” flat head height adjustment screws to approximately 1-5/8” above
the clamping collar.
21.2
Place strainer over height adjustment screws.
21.3
Temporarily fasten with 2-1/4” pan head screws.
Do not over-tighten screws.
NOTE:
Strainer attachment holes are not symmetrical. If screws do not align with holes in drain base, turn strainer end-to-end.
22. TILE AND GROUT
22.1
Protect the strainer with tape.
22.2
Tile and grout all surfaces following manufacturer’s instructions and TCNA guidelines.
22.3
Allow for 1/16” clearance between strainer and tile.
Caution: Do not grout or seal this space.
FreeStyle Linear Drain Full Mortar Bed
Installation Instructions
3