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R0084303, RevB
MELROSE™ SERIES
ONE PIECE SHOWER STALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION
PLEASE RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER _________ OF YOUR SHOWER
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED
Tools:
Tape Measure, Electric Drill, Drill Bit (3/16”), Level,
Hole Saw and Caulking Gun
Materials:
Mildew Resistant Silicone Bathroom Caulking,
Drywall Screws and Shims (if required).
CAUTION:
To cut plumbing fixture openings on the tub shower unit:
Use correct size hole saw based on selected fixture
design.
Cut from the finished side of the unit.
Use masking tape to mask the surrounding surface to
prevent scratches and other damages.
Important:
The Acrylic Shower Stall was carefully
inspected and packed for shipment. You should check
your unit and if there are any problems, contact your dealer
before installation.
Protect the shower from dirt and damage by leaving the
polyethylene protective film in place until installation and
other related construction is complete.
Follow Local Building Codes.
General Installation Notes
Note: Dimensions are for framed openings. Refer to
specification sheet for specific product dimensions.
The Shower Stall is to fit into framed alcove as shown
in Figure 1 and Figure 2.
An 80” high and 36 1/4” or 48 1/4”, or 60 1/4” wide
clear opening is required.
Rough-in dimensions are:
Mel 3 - 80” x 36 1/4”; Mel
4 - 80”x 48 1/4; Mel 5 - 80”x 60 1/4
NOTE:
Rough-in dimensions set above for the width
shall be the maximum. If the opening is wider the
excessive gap will compromise the installation.
Framing: Inside dimension of the studded alcove are
to be as specified in Figure 1.
Shimming May Be Required
The unit will rest on the front edge and the two legs at
the rear. Shims may be required to level the shower
stall to ensure adequate drainage.
The shower is fastened in place using dry wall
screws. Holes are to be drilled in by the installer
around the top periphery as shown in figures 3 and 4.
MODEL MEL 3 MEL 4 MEL 5 MEL 5
A
B
C
48 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
E
D
80”
80”
80”
24 1/8”
30 1/8”
38”
20 1/8”
20”
37”
37”
20”
80”
36 1/4”
37”
18 1/8”
20”
8 1/8”
FIGURE 1 - LAYOUT DIMENSIONS
14”
A
B
C
D
E
FIGURE 2 -
TOP VIEW OF THE SHOWER STALL IN THE ALCOVE
Dry Wall
Stud W
all
”4
1
14”
E
Note: All Framing Dimensions + / - 1/4”
D
CENTRE DRAIN END DRAIN
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