DELTA 40084 Direct To Stud Wall Set Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
- Delta
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40084 Direct To Stud Wall Set
Instruction Manual
40084 Direct To Stud Wall Set
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REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESSFUL INSTALLATION
KNOWLEDGE BASE: Framing Plumbing
- Read complete instructions before beginning installation.
- Confirm that your model will fit in intended location and plumbing fixtures are located where required before beginning installation.
- Walls and sub-floor must be solid, plumb, and square.
- Use drop cloth to protect shower base from damage during installation.
- Do not install in areas where temperature may drop below 32ºF (0ºC).
- Allow product to reach room temperature for 30 minutes before installation.
These instructions include suggestions for rough construction and plumbing
installation. Local building codes vary and could supersede those suggestions.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform these tasks, contract out
those tasks you need help with or use a professional installer.
DO NOT use drywall screws to secure flanges to wall studs. Product damage will
occur and will void the warranty.
For product and installation questions, do not return to the store. For
additional help contact customer service.
www.deltafaucet.com
1-800-355-2721
consumercare@deltafaucet.com
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED
- 2” x 6” and 2’ x 4” lumber for additional wall studs
- Lumber for bracing
- Rags or padding to protect product during bracing
NOTE: It is recommended to install insulation.
ROUGHING-IN
Rough plumbing must be installed before panel installation.
For masonry construction, floor and walls must be framed to accommodate
plumbing and installation. Studs should be located as shown below. Install two
horizontal 2 x 4’s (1) between back wall studs as shown.
Secure 2 x 4’s to studs using 2-1/2” screws. Ensure that the face of the
horizontal 2 x 4 is flush with the surface of the vertical studs.
Determine fixture locations for new plumbing installations Install additional
studs as shown for side panel support. Stud length (2” x 6” lumber) must be
70-3/4” tall, located 1-1/2” from the deck of the shower base and protruding
in 2-1/8” from the adjacent stud. 
 Place drop cloth in shower base to protect surface
while installing shower walls.
Position back panel, leaving an even gap on both sides of back panel.
Verify that back panel is straight and square.
Drill 3/16” holes at all stud locations on top flange.
Drill 3/16” clearance holes into flanges only. Do not drill 3/16” holes directly into studs. Drill chuck can damage panel. Use an extended bit holder to reduce risk of drill chuck hitting panels. Measure and mark location for plumbing fixtures on back of side panel.
Using proper size hole saw, cut out plumbing fixture holes from back side of panel.
Drill chuck can damage panel. Drill holes from back side of side panel.
To apply
fire retardant pad, remove backing from self-adhesive pad.
Center pad over mixing valve hole and press firmly onto back side of panel.
Using a utility knife, trim pad to reveal mixing valve hole.
Install side panels pushing in and down until panel tops are even and curved area on side panel fits against back panel.
Drill 3/16” holes at all stud locations on top flanges and along side flanges every 12” to 18” apart.
Drill 3/16” clearance holes into flanges only. Do not drill 3/16” holes directly into studs. Drill chuck can damage panel. Use an extended bit holder to reduce risk of drill chuck hitting panels.= Using a pencil, mark panel height on all wall studs. Remove panels.**A**Apply Adhesive to back studs up to pencil line.
**S**Apply sealant along back of base. Press back panel in place.
Gaps between flanges and studs must be less than 1/8”. Insert shims to fill gaps.
Secure top flanges to studs with 1-1/4” screws.
Use panhead or roundhead screws. Do not overtighten screws, this can cause panel to crack.**A**Apply adhesive to side studs up to pencil line..
**S**Apply sealant along side of base and back panel. Install side panel, sliding the side panel into gap between wall and back panel, pressing firmly into corner and against studs. Push in and down until panel tops are even and curved area on side panel fits against back panel.
Gaps between flanges and studs must be less than 1/8”. Insert shims to fill gaps.
Secure top and side flanges to studs with 1-1/4” screws.
Drill chuck can damage panel. Drill holes from back side of side panel. Install temporary braces to hold side panels tight against studs while adhesive dries.
Protect surface of wall set where it will contact braces.
Braces should be placed on wall studs to prevent wall panel deflection.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions for adhesive dry time before removing brace.
**S**Apply sealant to all seams after installing finished wall.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions for sealant dry time before use. Install
plumbing fixtures and fittings per manufacturer’s instructions.
Check for leaks at all connections before use.
If installing finished wall material, do not screw into flanges or product
damage will occur.
CARE AND CLEANING
For regular cleaning use ONLY mild detergents or warm, soapy water. Use ONLY
non-abrasive cloth or sponge. Always rinse surfaces after cleaning.
Before cleaning this product with cleaning products, test a small,
inconspicuous area.
Manufacturer does not recommend the use of cleaning products that contain any
of the following chemicals. Use of products containing these chemicals can
cause the products to crack or discolor and will void the warranty.
- Naphtha
- Amyl Acetate
- Hydrogen Peroxide Solution (common household peroxide)
- Toulene
- Ethyl Acetate
- Lye (common in drain cleaner)
- Acetone
IMPORTANT: If the building owner or homeowner elects to use a RUBBER FLOOR MAT
with suction cups or a standard RUBBER FLOOR MAT in their shower base, it is
recommended that the mat be removed after each shower, the shower wiped dry,
and the rubber mat allowed to dry before re-use. A mat of this type may cause
fungus or mold to grow under the suction cups, and damage in the form of
surface blisters in the bottom of the shower following prolonged use if not
dried properly.
LIMITED WARRANTY
All parts and finishes of the Delta® Shower Wall unit are warranted to the
original consumer purchaser to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for the time periods listed below. Delta recommends using a
professional plumber for all installation and repair. Delta will replace, FREE
OF CHARGE, during the warranty period, any part or finish that proves
defective in material and/or workmanship under normal installation, use and
service for the time period listed below:
• Non-residential or commercial application – 1 year • Residential
applications – 10 years
This warranty is extensive in that it covers replacement of all defective
parts and even finish, but these are the only two things that are covered.
LABOR CHARGES AND/OR DAMAGE INCURRED IN INSTALLATION, REPAIR, OR REPLACEMENT,
AS WELL AS ANY OTHER KIND OF LOSS OR DAMAGE ARE EXCLUDED. Proof of purchase
(original sales receipt) from the original consumer purchaser must be made
available to Delta for all warranty claims. THIS IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY BY
DELTA, WHICH DOES NOT MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING THE
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you. Any damages to this product as a result of
misuse, abuse, or neglect WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state. It applies only to Delta® Shower Wall units installed in the
United States of America, Canada and Mexico. If you have any questions
regarding technical support, installation or concerns regarding our warranty
plan, please view our Warranty Frequently Asked Questions at
www.deltabathing.com, email us at
consumercare@deltafaucet.com, or call
1-800-355-2721. DISCLAIMER: IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY
DOES NOT COVER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (SUCH AS LABOR
EXPENSES) WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT,
OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific egal rights, and you also
may have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is not
transferable. This warranty does not cover damage or defects relating to
misuse, abuse, negligence, normal wear and tear, accident, acts of God,
repairs or alterations not authorized in writing by Delta, or improper
installation, storage or handling.
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