DreamLine PRISM PLUS E264072-134 Series Installation guide

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MODEL #s

E264072-134-##

##=finish

01- Chrome

04- Brushed Nickel

06- Oil Rubbed Bronze

09- Satin Black

PRISM PLUS with Buttress Return Panel

SHOWER ENCLOSURE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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®

Shower Doors & Tub Doors please visit DreamLine.com

Right-hand buttress panel installation shown

IMPORTANT

DreamLine

®

reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products at any time without prior notice for the

purpose of product improvement and customer experience. Please refer to the model’s web page on

DreamLine.com for the latest technical drawings, installation manuals, warranty information or additional

product details.

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This model is treated with DreamLine’s

exclusive ClearMax

TM

Glass technology.

This is a specially formulated coating

that prevents the build up of soap and

water spots.

Install the surface with the ClearMax

TM

label towards the inside of the shower.

Please note that depending on the

model, the glass may be coated on

either one or both surfaces.

For best results, squeegee the glass after

each use and dry with a soft cloth.

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IMPORTANT STEPS TO FOLLOW:

◻ Use 100% silicone caulk - a quick-drying or fast-curing silicone is

recommended for the installation of hinge panel glass into the U-Channel

◻ Apply enough silicone into the U-Channels to secure the panel glass

◻ Fully tighten the L-Bars™ on the Hinge Panel Glass and the Buttress

Return Panel

◻ DO NOT remove the spacers or shims from beneath the door

glass for at least 24 hours to allow the silicone to fully cure in the

U-Channel holding the hinge panel glass

◻ The hinge panel glass for this model should not be adjusted

more than 1/4” within the U-Channel for an out-of-plumb wall

condition

◻ Refer to the product installation manual for more details

24

Hours

The hinge panel glass must be properly installed and secured to support the

weight of the door glass. Failure to follow these steps may result in the hinge

panel glass pulling out of the U-Channel.

!

100% Silicone

!

NOTE: Leave spacers or shims in place beneath the door glass for 24 hours.

If time allows, delay installing the door glass onto the hinge panel glass for

24 hours until the silicone securing the hinge panel glass has fully cured.

Table of Contents

This product should be installed by someone familiar with the

construction requirements for this type of project and the care

necessary for the safe installation and operation of the product.

!

Preparation

Section title

Page #

Enclosure Diagram

Detailed Diagram of Shower Enclosure Components

Parts List

Tools

L-Bar™ Installation

Installation Steps

Hinge Adjustment Procedure

Vinyl Seals

Product Maintenance

5

4

3

2

10-11

6

7-20

22

19

21

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Enclosure Diagram

2

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The measurement from

the inside corner of

the hinge panel glass to

the inside corner of the

buttress return panel glass

Product specifications:

!

NOTE: This enclosure must be installed at the model size dimensions shown in Table A on

page 7. Be sure that the correct size shower enclosure has been ordered to fit the finished

dimensions of the base or threshold that the enclosure will be installed upon.

NOTE: The thickness of the finished wall treatment will affect the alignment of the enclosure

upon the threshold.

(W2)*

(W1)

40-1/16”

22-5/8

22-3/4

23-13/16

The finished buttress wall

should not be more than

22-3/4” at the widest

point, or less than

22-3/4”, otherwise the

buttress return panel will

either extend over the

edge or not reach the

edge, preventing proper

installation.

finished wall surface

From the finished

wall to the outside

edge of the installed

hinge panel glass

Right-hand buttress panel installation shown

*see note in Step#1

40-1/16”

*40-1/16”

72”

22-5/8”

23-13/16”

22-3/4”

34”

(38”)

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”. If the unit has been damaged, has a finishing defect, or has missing parts, please

contact our customer support department within 3 business days of the delivery date. Please note that

DreamLine

®

will not replace any damaged products or missing parts free of charge after 3 business

days or if the product has been installed. Feel free to contact DreamLine

®

if you have any questions, and

please provide an order number, job name or other proof of purchase to help us identify your original order.

2. Please note that you should consult your local building codes with questions on installation

compliance standards. Building and plumbing codes may vary by location, and DreamLine

®

is not

responsible for code compliance standards for your project and will not accept any returns.

3. If this unit is going to be installed in a new construction, please install all of the required plumbing and

drainage before installing the shower. Use a competent and licensed (if required by local code) plumber for

all plumbing installation

4. Please make sure that prior to beginning the installation, the surfaces are leveled and solid and will be able

to support the total weight of the unit. Also make sure the walls are at right angles. Irregular installation

surface level, radius corners or improper angle of side walls will result in serious problems for your

installation. Please, note that some adjustments and drilling might be necessary during the installation

process.

5. Please protect all primary surfaces of the product during installation. Never set your glass down directly

onto a tile floor. Leave corner protectors in place until necessary to remove them. Always use a piece of wood

or cardboard to protect the bottom edge and corners of the glass prior to and during installation.

6. This unit must be installed upon a finished threshold and against finished walls.

7. This model has 1/4” of adjustment for out-of-plumb wall conditions within the U-channels.

Verify that the walls are within this tolerance before proceeding with the installation.

8. This model requires that you drill into the threshold for proper installation. Contact the

manufacturer of the base or threshold material with any questions regarding the drilling of holes into

their product.

9. This model requires a minimum 1-1/2” of flat level threshold space for installation.

10. Professional installation recommended.

NOTE: This door is reversible for left or right-swing door installation. The left-swing door installation

is shown as an example throughout this manual. For the right-swing door installation, simply begin

on the opposite wall and reverse the orientation of the steps shown.

NOTE: DO NOT install the handle onto the door glass until instructed.

DO NOT lift the glass using the handle. This could result in damage to the glass and/or

serious personal injury. Always use an assistant or a professional grade glass suction cup

when handling heavy glass.

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Tools

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. Before discarding the carton, check for small

hardware bags that may have fallen to the bottom of the box. If any parts are damaged or missing,

please contact DreamLine

®

for replacement. The shipping boxes may contain extra parts not used in

your model configuration.

NOTE: Retain these installation instructions for future reference.

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Safety Glasses

Work Gloves

Tip: Measure the finished opening before

proceeding with the installation to be sure

that the correct model size has been

ordered.

Tape

Measure

Pencil

Screwdriver

Phillips

Drill bit

Level

Drill

Power

Drill bit

(Ø5/16")

(Ø1/8")

Mallet Wood

Block

Hammer

Soft-Head

Note: W1 and W2 dimensions are

measured from the finished corner

of the walls to the outside edge

of the installed wall profiles.

13/16” shims

100% Silicone*

*Quick-drying/fast-curing

silicone recommended

for the installation of

hinge panels.

Professional-grade

Glass suction cup

!

W1

W2*

Right-hand buttress panel installation shown

Razor Knife

*The Buttress return panel

glass location will be

aligned after the door glass

is installed.

Carpenter’s

Square

Detailed Diagram of Shower Enclosure components

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The glass surface

with the ClearMax™

label must be

installed to face

inside of the shower

15

17

2

8

5

10

16

7

13

14

1

9

12

6 4

11

3

Right-hand buttress panel installation shown

Parts List

DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION

ITEM # ITEM #

QTY QTY

01

U-Channel (72”) 1pc

10

Bottom Bracket

2pcs

02

Hinge Panel Glass 1pc

11

Right-hand L-Bar™

1pc

03

Buttress Return Panel Glass

U-Channel (34”) 1pc

12

ST 4.2 x 40 Pan head screw

130º Glass-to-Glass Adj Hinge 2pcs

04

1pc

13

6pcs

05

135° Strike Vinyl

w/VHB tape

1pc

14

Anchor (5/16”)

6pcs

06

Door Glass

1pc

15

Hinge-side vinyl

1pc

07

Handle 1pc

16

ST 4.2 x 25 Pan head screw 2pcs

08

1pc

17

2pcs

09

1pc

Sweep Vinyl

Screw cap

Left-hand L-Bar™

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Installation steps

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Fig 2

Fig 1

TABLE A

!

NOTE: The U-Channel (72”) (#01) must be

installed at the correct dimension for the model

size which may not be on the centerline of the

threshold.

Mark

the

holes

Measured from the finished back corner

to the outside of the u-channel

40-1/16” 40-1/16”

W1

W2*

W1

The nished buttress wall must be

22-3/4” otherwise the panel will

either extend over the edge or not

reach the edge preventing

installation.

*Use this W2 dimension as a

reference. The actual placement

of the buttress return panel will

be determined in Step #11.

Right-hand buttress panel installation shown

1. Starting from the bottom of the back corner on

the wall opposite the buttress wall, measure to the

model size “W1” shown in TABLE A. Use a 4’ level

to draw a plumb line up the wall from that mark.

This line will represent the outside edge of the

U-Channel (#1). Use a carpenter’s square against

the wall to also mark the threshold.

(TABLE A) (Fig 1)

2. Hold the U-Channel (72”) (#01) plumb and

against the mark on the wall. Mark the drilling holes

on the wall through the pre-drilled holes in the

U-Channel (72”) (#01). (Fig 2)

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Fig 3

Fig 4

3

2 41

Ø8(5/16")

TIP: Quick-drying silicone sealant

is recommended for installing the

Hinge Panel Glass (#02) within the

U-Channel (72”) (#01)

!

3. Drill the holes into the wall using a Ø 5/16”(8mm) drill bit and insert the Anchors (#14). Run a

bead of waterproof silicone along the back of the U-Channel (72”) (#01). Fasten the U-Channel (72”)

(#01) to the wall using the ST4.2×40 Pan Head screws (#13). (Fig 3)

4. Apply silicone into the installed U-Channel (72”) (#01). (Fig 4)

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Hinge Panel glass for Left-swing door installation shown as an example

Fig 5a

Fig 5b

inside

NOTE: Use caution not to damage

the glass when setting it into place.

!

1/4” max adjustment for

out-of-plumb

This model has 1/4” of adjustment for out-of-plumb

wall conditions within the U-channels.

Do not exceed this tolerance.

u-channel

hinge panel glass

5. Set the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) onto the threshold

and into the installed U-Channel (72”) (#01). Check for

level and plumb. (Fig 5a/Fig 5b)

Installation steps for L-Bar™

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L-Bar™ Assembly Parts List

(left hand bracket shown)

9.9

9.1

9.2

9.3

9.4

9.8

9.7

9.6

9.5

DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION

Qty Qty

Item#

9.1

PVC spacer 1 pc 9.6 Wall plate 1 pc

9.2 Rubber tip set screw 2 pcs 9.7 Truss Head Screw ST 4.2 x 40 2 pcs

9.3 L-Bar™ (left hand shown) 1 pc 9.8 Flat head Screw M5 x 14 2 pcs

9.4 Decorative cover 1 pc 9.9 Wall Plate adjustment set screw 2 pcs

9.5 Ø5/16” Wall anchor 2 pcs

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8

7

Max 3/16”

(4mm)

Max 3/16”

(4mm)

5

6

2

3

1

Ø5/16"

(8mm)

4

Fig 6

Fig 7

(Left-hand L-Bar

™

installation shown)

Adjust the angle of the L-Bar™ (up to 3/16”)

using the small set screws on the wall plate.

!

NOTE: When marking the L-Bar™ location on the wall, leave the Decorative Cover

attached to allow space to re-attach the Decorative Cover after installation.

7. Attach the Wall Plate (#9.6) to the wall using the ST4.2 x 40 Truss Head screws (#9.7).

Re-attach the L-Bar™ (#9.3) to the Wall Plate (#9.6) using the M5x14 (Flat Head Screw#9.8) Adjust

the angle if necessary by using the Wall Plate Adjustment Set Screws (#9.9). (Fig 7)

6. Position the Left-hand L-Bar™ (#9) onto the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) as shown and mark its

position on the wall. Remove the Wall Plate (#9.6) from the Left-hand L-Bar™ (#9). Hold the Wall

Plate (#9.6) to the marks on the wall. Hold the Wall Plate (#9.6) level and mark the holes for drilling

through the wider, untapped holes. (Fig 8.2) Drill two Ø5/16”(8mm) holes and insert the Ø5/16”

Wall anchors (#9.5). (Fig 6)

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Inside

Hinge Panel Glass

Product specifications:

(W2)*

(W1)

40-1/16”

22-5/8”

22-3/4”

23-13/16”

40-1/16”

(overhead view)

Fig 8a

finished wall surface

*Placement of the Buttress

Return Panel (#04) glass will

be determined in Step#11

8. Measure the distance on the threshold between the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) and the buttress wall.

Adjust the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) so it is parallel to the outside edge of the threshold. Measure the

area where the door glass will be installed.

This distance needs to be 23-13/16”as measured from the inside edge of the Hinge Panel Glass

(#02) to the inside edge of the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) and the buttress wall. Mark the

position of the door glass on the threshold as shown. (Fig 8a / Fig 8b)

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NOTE: It is advisable to allow the silicone holding the

Hinge Panel Glass (#02) in the U-Channel (72”) (#01) to

cure before hanging the Door Glass (#06).

!

Fig 8b

13/16” shims

NOTE: These adjustable

hinges are factory set to

overclose. See Page 21 for

instructions regarding the

adjustment features of these

hinges.

DO NOT install the Handle onto the door glass until instructed.

DO NOT lift the door glass using the Handle. This could result in

damage to the glass and /or serious personal injury. Always use an

assistant or a professional grade glass suction cup when handling

heavy glass.

!

Fig 9

TIP: Use a 13/16” shim beneath the door glass

to help align the Door Glass (#06) with the

hinges. This will protect the threshold and the

bottom of the door glass from damage and allow

proper spacing for the Sweep Vinyl (#08).

(Fig 8b)

!

Leave the shims in place beneath

the door glass while the silicone

cures and while you dry-fit and

install the buttress panel glass.

Install the hinges flush

with the edge of the

Hinge Panel Glass

21

hinge panel

outside

2mm hinge

gasket

9. Attach the 130º Glass-to-Glass Adj Hinge (#12) onto the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) with the bolts

facing inside the shower and flush with the edge of the glass. Use one 2mm hinge gasket per side.

Tighten the hinge bolts evenly and snap in the decorative bolt caps. (Fig 9)

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135° Strike Vinyl

w/VHB Tape (#05)

hinge

panel

glass

outside

door

glass

NOTE:

Protect the edge of the door glass to prevent

contact with the buttress wall during installation.

NOTE:

Protect the edge of the

door glass to prevent contact

with the buttress wall during

installation.

!

Fig 10

1 2

!

10. Carefully bring the Door Glass (#06) into the shower between the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) and

the buttress wall. USE CAUTION: Do not to let the glass contact the wall or threshold. Level up the

Door Glass (#06) next to the Hinge Panel Glass (#02) and fasten the 130º Glass-to-Glass Adj Hinge

(#12) onto the Door Glass (#06). Make sure the Door Glass (#06) and the Hinge Panel Glass (#02)

are flush at the top and that the door is level and plumb. Be sure to use two 13/16” shims beneath the

door glass during installation. (Fig 10)

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or

door glass

321

4

5

Fig 11

Fig 12

NOTE: Dry-t the strike vinyl

between the door glass and the

buttress wall for proper spacing

and alignment.

!

1/4”

max

12. Remove the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) and the U-Channel (34”) (#03). Place the

U-Channel (34”) (#03) against the plumb line on the wall and mark the holes for drilling through the

pre-drilled holes. Drill the holes using a Ø5/16” drill bit and insert the Wall Anchors (#14). Apply a bead

of silicone behind the U-Channel and attach it to the wall using the ST4.2×40 Pan Head screws (#13).

(Fig 12)

11. Attach the U-Channel (34”) (#03) to the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) and dry-fit the glass

onto the buttress wall. and align with the Door Glass (#06). Adjust for level and plumb. If necessary, the

Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) can be pulled out of the U-channel 1/4” max. to align flush with the

end of the buttress wall. Do not exceed this tolerance!

Dry-fit the 135° Strike Vinyl w/VHB Tape (#05) (without removing the VHB tape) to gauge the proper

space between the Door Glass (#06), the buttress wall and the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04).

Use a level to plumb the U-Channel (34”) (#03) against the wall. Mark the u-channel position on the

wall and the top and face of the buttress wall along the edge of the glass. (Fig 11)

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Fig 13

Fig 14

outsideoutside

1

2

1 2

NOTE: Use caution not to damage

the glass when setting it into place.

!

14. Assemble the Bottom Brackets (#10) through the holes at the bottom of both lites of Panel Glass,

using the gaskets to prevent glass to metal contact. Install the Bottom Brackets (#10) through the holes

in the bottom of the Buttress Return Panel Glass (#04) and the Hinge Panel Glass (#02), with the

exposed attachment on the inside of the shower. (Fig 14)

13. Add silicone to the inside of the installed U-Channel (34”) (#03). Slide the Buttress Return

Panel Glass (#04) back into the U-Channel (34”) (#03) and adjust the glass for level and plumb

using the lines drawn in the previous step for reference. (Fig 13)

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21

Fig 15

3

Buttress

wall

Buttress Return

Panel Glass

For best adhesion, allow the adhesive to

set up for 24 hours prior to normal use.

!

Fig 16

!

Note: Protect the panel

glass with a putty knife

or similar when drilling

into the threshold.

Do not allow the drill to

make contact with the

glass!

washer

screw

decorative cap

Inside

Ø1/8” or

Ø5/16”

Inside

1 2

3 4

6

Caution

Inside

5

16. Verify alignment of the door glass. Mark the threshold through the holes in Bottom Brackets (#10).

Remove the bracket and use either: an Ø1/8” drill bit for an acrylic base (or a Ø5/16” drill bit and an

Anchor (#14) for installation into a tile threshold). Replace the bracket and fasten the brackets to the

threshold using the Pan Head Screws ST4.2×25 (#09) and washers. Cover the screw and washer with

the Decorative Covers (#10). (Fig 16)

15. Remove the paper backing from the 135°

Strike Vinyl w/VHB Tape (#05) and press it firmly

onto the vertical edge of the Buttress Return Panel

Glass (#04) and the buttress wall along the plumb

line drawn earlier. (Fig 15)

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