Newtech 0800 728 662 Laundry Collection Installation Guide

Newtech 0800 728 662 Laundry Collection

Thank You

IMPORTANT Thank you for purchasing from our Laundry Collection.
NEWTECH RECOMMENDS THAT A QUALIFIED TRADESPERSON INSTALL THIS PRODUCT AND THAT IT IS INSTALLED TO A PROFESSIONAL STANDARD. This product carries a full warranty against faulty workmanship and materials. Please inspect for damage before installation. It is the responsibility of the installer to make any adjustments to doors/drawers after installation if required.

Preparation – Prior to installation

IMPORTANT – Newtech recommends that a qualified tradesperson install this product and that it is installed to a professional standard. This product carries a full warranty against faulty workmanship and materials. Please inspect for damage before installation. It is the responsibility of the installer to make any adjustments to doors/ drawers after installation if required.

1. CHECK PRODUCTS FOR ANY DAMAGES
   Please inspect all products thoroughly before installation to ensure that the products have not been damaged in transit, and that the products are correct. No claims for damage or incorrect items will be processed if installation has begun. We cannot cover warranty for removal or re-installation costs.
   All items damaged by freight must be reported within 24 hours, otherwise a claim cannot be raised. A Goods Authority number must be obtained from the Newtech Customer Service Team on 0800 728 662 before any damaged product can be returned. This needs to be attached to the returned product.
   

2. CHECK SUPPORT BEAMS & NOGS
   Locate your stud positions throughout the wall, take note of this so you are aware of these positions when you cover them up with the tall units. All units and cabinets require fixing to support nogs fitted between the studs, to give a solid wall backing.
   All cabinets need to be attached to the wall using a minimum of 8 gauge 60mm screws if you have a stud wall. If your wall is brick or concrete you will need advice from your hardware specialists on the correct fixing methods.
   

3. ENSURE WALLS ARE PLUMB AND FLOORS ARE LEVEL
   Ensure the wall is straight and the floor is level. If you fix the product to a non-plumb wall or floor the following will happen:

   • Your door or drawers will not operate correctly
   • Door or drawer adjustments will not align.
   • Basins will not sit level, which may cause water to pool or not drain correctly
     If it is not possible to make the wall or floor plumb and straight you must pack the cabintery out so that it does not follow the out of aligned wall. Floor standing cabinets must sit on a level floor or be packed to sit level and true.
     

4. CHECK PLUMBING POSITIONS PROPERLY ALIGN
   Measure and mark the cabinetry for the location of waste and hot/cold water supply. Drill from the inside of the cabinetry using the appropriately sized holesaw.
   Note : If your product has any electrical fittings please allow for this and talk to your electrician.
   

5. REMOVE THE CABINETRY FEET
   For ease of installation, remove the white cabinetry feet that are attached to the corners of the cabinetry.
   

Important Tips

• Your toekick height is 150mm, keep this in mind when levelling your tall and floor cabinets.
• Eco Laundry Packages are supplied with a toekick and DO NOT have adjustable plastic feet. All Eco Laundries come fully assembled, except for the washer/dryer surrounds which are supplied as a flat pack. Eco Laundry Packages include: Coronet Peak, Devonport, Matakana, Doubtful Sound, Cathedral Cove, Piha, Pauanui, Castlepoint, Fiordland, Jackson Bay, Abel Tasman, Kaiteriteri, Himatangi, Lewis Pass & Lochmara Bay.
• Regularly check levels throughout installation.
• It is the responsibility of the installer to make any adjustments to doors and drawers after installation if required.
• Remove all doors and drawers whilst installing as it will be much easier and you will avoid damaging panels. No damages will be recognised after installation has begun.
• Avoid sliding and/or dragging cabinets – lift or use a trolley where possible.
• A licensed Plumber is required to install plumbing and tapware.

Installation Guide

STEP 1

Complete your ‘Preparation’ checklist and identify which end to start your installation from. See below.

STEP 2

Install your floor and tall cabinets. This includes washing machine & dryer surround, end panels/fillers where applicable. See page 5 for instructions.

STEP 3

Install benchtop

STEP 4

Install wall cabinets and end panels/fillers where applicable. Install splashback (if applicable). Refer to your splashback guidelines and install prior to completing your laundry.

STEP 5

Install to a kick (see page 8 for instructions).

EXTRAS

Install any extras (hanging rail, LED lights etc)

Start Your Laundry Installation

If your laundry is placed in a corner/against wall, start your installation here.

If your laundry is between walls, start the installation from the tall cabinet. If there is no tall cabinet, start from either side.
Tip: measure the total space first to ensure your fillers are even on either side.

If your laundry is not placed up against a wall start the installation from the tall cabinet. If there is no tall cabinet, start from either side.

Tall & Floor Cabinetry Installation

NOTE: ATTACH PLASTIC ADJUSTABLE FEET

Attach the plastic adjustable feet (supplied) to your cabinet. Fasten the feet to the bottom of the cabinet through the pre-drilled holes – 2 at the front and 2 at the back.
Note – Eco Laundry Packages are supplied with a toekick and DO NOT have adjustable plastic feet. Eco Laundry Packages include: Coronet Peak, Devonport, Matakana, Doubtful Sound, Cathedral Cove, Piha, Pauanui, Castlepoint, Fiordland, Jackson Bay, Abel Tasman, Kaiteriteri, Himatangi, Lewis Pass and Lochmara Bay

1. MEASURE & POSITION
   Measure and place cabinets in position. If against a wall – Place cabinet 16mm away from your starting wall (to allow for the end or filler strip).
   Note – If going in between walls, your filler gaps should be evenly spaced.
   If this filler gap is larger than 16mm, use the end panel face side.
   

2. LEVEL & ADJUST
   Check cabinets are level in all directions and adjust if needed.
   Keep in mind the kickboard is 150mm high so don’t go too low or high.
   

3. LOCATE PLUMBING & DRILL HOLES
   Locate plumbing and drill appropriate sized hole in base and back panel of cabinet for plumbing services.
   

4. FASTEN CABINETS TO WALL
   Once all cabinets are level and adjoined, fasten to wall.

5. Mark stud positions.

6. Pre-drill through back of cabinet into stud using a 5mm drill.

7. Fasten cabinet to back of wall with appropriate screws/ bolts. It is recommended to fasten at the top and bottom of the cabinet.
   Note : Where a stud or support beam cannot be located, use an appropriately sized hollow wall anchor. Cabinet must attach to a minimum of 1 stud with 2 fixings.
   

8. ASSEMBLE WASHING MACHINE SURROUND
   The Washing Machine and Dryer surround will come flatpacked. Assemble using the cam-locks provided by joining side panels to top panel. Join middle support panel if applicable (double surrounds only).
   

9. POSITION AND FASTEN
   Once assembled, position next to floor/tall cabinet and fasten with 28mm Hospa screw (provided) to adjoining cabinets.
   

10. INSTALL FILLER / END PANELS
    Install filler and/or end panel(s) throughout installation where applicable. See page 8 for instructions.
    

FINISHING TOUCHES Use the cover caps provided to cover the screw holes.

Benchtop Installation

Your benchtop will have a tolerance of -/+2mm of the measurement that was supplied to New tech at time of ordering.

Apply non-acidic silicone to top edges of floor cabinets. With the help of someone else, lift benchtop in place. Ensure the top has overhang (where needed) and is level. Seal all edges with a non-acidic silicone.

Note : Allow to set for 24hrs before continuing

A LICENSED PLUMBER IS TO INSTALL PLUMBING & TAPWARE

Wall Cabinetry Installation

1. POSITION AND LEVEL

2. With the help of someone else, lift wall cabinets and place in position.
   You may want to use cabinet stands to help.

3. Check levels.
   Note – If going in between walls, your filler gaps should be evenly spaced. If this filler gap is larger than 16mm, use the end panel face side.
   

4. FASTEN CABINETS TO THE WALL

5. Mark stud positions.

6. With 5mm drill bit, pre-drill through back of cabinet into stud.

7. Fasten cabinet to back of wall with appropriate screws/ bolts. It is recommended to fasten at the top and bottom of the cabinet.
   Note : Where a stud or support beam cannot be located, use an appropriately sized hollow wall anchor. Cabinet must attach to a minimum of one support beam with two fixings.
   

NOTE: END PANELS

Install end panel(s) throughout installation where applicable.
See page 8 for instructions.
Finishing touches: use the cover caps provided to cover the screw holes.

Toekick Installation

1. SILICONE CARCASS ENDS
   Apply non-acidic silicone to face of carcass ends (where the toekick will be placed).
   

2. SECURE KICKBOARD

3. Push toekick firmly in place.

4. Seal toekick at bottom edge with silicon, to prevent water penetration from occuring. Allow to set for 24hrs.
   Note : You may need to plane some material off the toekick to fit if your floor is uneven.
   

TIPS – End Panel & Filler Panels

End panels and filler panels are not required with standard laundry packages, unless required to fill a gap.
Upgrade items may require end panels & filler panels. Wall cabinets with handles will require an end panel if they are placed directly beside a wall or tall cabinet to allow room for the door to open. No end panels are needed on the open end.

End Panels:

1. Once cabinets are in place and level, attach your end panels to any exposed cabinet ends (use a filler panel if going between cabinet and wall).
2. Hold end panel in place with clamps.
3. Use screws to secure panel in place.

Note

• Be mindful to allow extra for push to open doors

Filler Panels:

1. Between the cabinet and wall, set filler strip.
2. Depending on your filler panel you may need to plane the filler panel to fit/fill depending how big the gap is or due to walls not being plumb.
3. Secure filler panel through the pre-drilled holes inside the cabinet.

Note

• Be mindful to allow extra for push to open doors

Drawer Runner Adjustments

DRAWER REMOVAL

Open the drawer fully. Press the grey levers inwards located underneath the drawer and pull the drawer forward with both hands.

INSERTING DRAWERS

With the drawer runners fully retracted, place the drawer back onto the runners, push closed and listen for a double click and push close.

INSTALLING & REMOVING COVER CAP

Extend the drawer out and either pull the cap off or push back on.

To remove the gallery rails, slide the white tabs (1) towards the back of the drawer, the gallery rail will lift out from the front connector.

REMOVING DRAWER FRONT

To remove the front panel extend the drawer and remove the cover cap. Disconnect the gallery rails and remove the pin located underneath the drawer front.
The pin is removed by pressing lightly on the base of the drawer. Once removed, push the blue button, then the drawer front can be released and lifted out.

NOTE : The drawer runner adjustments apply to all cabinetry drawers excluding the Hamper Drawer.

ADJUSTING FRONT PANELS (DRAWER FRONTS)

1. Remove the plastic covers on the side.
2. To make adjustments up or down use the little cogged wheels to turn each side as above.
3. To make adjustments left and right use a screwdriver to adjust the screw on the right hand drawer side as above.
4. To make adjustments in and out slide the square gallery rail cover back and use a screwdriver to turn the gallery rail adjuster as above.
   

Laundry Hamper Drawer Adjustments

To adjust the Hamper Drawer, locate the three screws (see picture 2), and loosen to unlock drawer front. Locate the plastic screw to alter the tilt adjustment.

Door Hinge Adjustments

DOOR REMOVAL

To remove the door hinge lift the catch at back of hinge (1), lift body off hinge plate (2) and slide body of hinge forward (3).

HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the door horizontally, using a screwdriver (as pictured) turning clockwise or anti-clockwise until alignment is straight.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the height of the door release both hinge plate retaining screws (anti-clockwise), slide hinge plate up or down to correct position and tighten hinge plate retaining screws.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the gap between the cabinet and door, using a screwdriver (as pictured) turning clockwise or anti-clockwise until alignment is straight.

Floating Shelves

To install the wall hung floating shelf firstly locate the position where you want the shelf to hang and mark the position on the wall. Use a stud finder to locate and mark the wall studs. If the studs don’t line up where you want them to be you can use plasterboard anchors eg. Wall Mate Anchors, which can go straight into the plasterboard and provide a solid anchor point where a regular screw will tear out.

While holding the bracket on the wall, along with a spirit level check that the bracket is straight and mark your drill holes. Drill the holes and insert the screws or plasterboard anchors (along with screw in the middle).

Once the bracket is fixed to the wall with all screws, slide the shelf into the fixed wall bracket.

Note : 700mm shelf has a load rating of 6kgs. 1300mm shelf has a load rating of 9kgs

Finally, measure and drill x2 holes into the bottom of the shelf and secure to the bracket with two short screws. This will provide additional support and prevent any movement.

Warranty

This extended warranty only covers Newtech Laundry products, and will not extend to products which have been selected outside our product range. This extended warranty only applies to defects which have arisen solely from faulty materials or workmanship in the products and does not apply to other defects which may have arisen as a result of, without limitation, the following: accidental damage, abuse, misuse, maltreatment, abnormal stress or strain, harsh or adverse weather conditions, including excessive water pressure or temperature, or neglect of any kind.
As per the Building Code Compliance documentation, the maximum temperature sanitary wear can be subjected to is 55C°. Any warranty assessment where the temperature of water for sanitary wear is above 55C° will be declined. The tempering valve must be subject to and comply with NZS4617 or AS1357.
Newtech Laundry products installed in light commercial and or commercial situations are void of the residential warranty and covered for 12 months from date of purchase. Commercial situations are defined as public washrooms, public buildings, schools, sports centres, gymnasiums, hospitals, motels, hotels and retirement villages.
Alterations and repairs of the products performed by someone other than a Newtech pre-approved service person are not covered. For the avoidance of doubt, attachment of accessories or use of non-genuine replacement parts other than those manufactured or approved by Newtech are not covered by this extended warranty. This extended warranty commences from date of purchase or for new buildings on the date of handover for the relevant period set out in the warranty periods table.
In addition to this extended warranty, certain legislation may give you certain rights which cannot be excluded, restricted or modified. This extended warranty must be read subject to NZ laws, and nothing in this warranty has the effect of excluding, restricting or modifying those rights. Newtech warranty periods are dependent on date of purchase and may be different to what is stated in this publication.

WARRANTY CLAIMS

To make a warranty claim, the following documentation must be emailed or faxed to Newtech (contact details listed below):

• Name/model of product and photographs of the issue (if available)
• Proof of installation (by a licensed plumber) and/or proof of purchase
• Your contact details: name, address and contact phone number
• A copy of handover documentation is required for new homes

Consequential loss to the extent permitted by law; Newtech will not be liable for any loss or damage to furniture, floor coverings, walls, fixtures or any other consequential loss of any kind caused by any defect in the products or components.
Warranty Certificate or equivalent documentation must be supplied for warranty claims to be considered. If the cost of returning any defective parts is unreasonable, please contact Newtech on the telephone number listed below so that, if appropriate, we can arrange a collection. Newtech Bathroomware contact details are as follows:

Newtech Bathroomware
Head Office 30 Mill Road, Wanganui 4501
Auckland Office 525 Great South Road, Penrose, Auckland
Phone 0800 728 662
Email sales@newtech.co.nz

Warranty for Newtech Laundry products are as follows:

Care & Maintenance

TIPS

• Newtech products are produced from materials that are well suited to the laundry environment, however it is important that your laundry has sufficient ventilation to avoid excessive moisture due to water sources.
• High humidity will lead to permanent dampness and mould, resulting in deterioration of the materials.
• Care must always be taken to dry any excessive moisture or water spillage.

CABINETS

• To maintain the finish on your cabinetry use only a soft cloth and weak solution of non abrasive detergent.
• Material used in the construction process is water/moisture-resistant, but not water-proof.

ACRYLIC & QUARTZ SLAB TOPS

• Wipe Your Acrylic or Quartz benchtop with mild dish soap and a soft rag. Take a soft cloth or sponge and dip it in a warm water and soap mix. Take the sponge and begin to gently but firmly wipe down the quartz tops. Wipe them down as often as you need.

STAINLESS STEEL SINKS

• Rinse sink with water after use and wipe dry with soft cloth.
• For stubborn stains, we recommend a mild non-scratch cleaner such as white vinegar or a mild detergent with a non-abrasive sponge, then rinse well. Clean often to avoid limescale building up.
• DO NOT use steel wool to clean the sink, this will scratch the surface.
• AVOID strong bleaches, silver dip cleaners and aggressive chemicals such as denture cleanser and photo developing liquids. If it occurs, rinse thoroughly and wipe it dry quickly.
• AVOID leaving citrus fruit juice, salt, vinegar, mustard, pickles and mayonnaise on your surface for prolonged periods. These foods can cause pitting and corrosion.

Customer Support

Head Office:
30 Mill Road, Wanganui
sales@newtech.co.nz
06 349 0194 or 0800 728 662
Auckland Concept Showroom:
525 Great South Road, Penrose, Auckland
Phone: 09 930 6200
Email: aucklandshowroom@newtech.co.nz

References

• Newtech | Innovative Bathroomware Products & Design in New Zealand
• Newtech | Innovative Bathroomware Products & Design in New Zealand

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