DreamLine ENCORE Shower and Tub Door Installation Instructions

Important Information

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ClearMax™ Glass Technology

This model is treated with DreamLine's exclusive ClearMax™ Glass technology. This is a specially formulated coating that prevents the build up of soap and water spots.

Install the glass surface with the ClearMax™ label facing towards the inside of the shower. 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.

Record Keeping

Record the following purchase information for your records or in the event you need to contact DreamLine®:

• Purchase Order Number: _________________________
• Installation Date: _________________________
• Installed By: _________________________
• Store/Vendor Purchased From: _________________________
• OD Number (Optional): _________________________ (*found on the shipping box or label if available)
• SKU Number: _________________________

Symbol Legend

• ? TIP - for ease of installation.
• ? NOTE - take note of special feature; additional information.
• ⚠️ REQUIRED - requires special attention; signifies a warning.
• ✔️ CORRECT - recommended.
• ❌ INCORRECT - not recommended.

Average Installation Time: 1.5 hrs

Warnings and General Preparations

IMPORTANT

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

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. The safety of any installation is the responsibility of the installer.

Professional installation recommended. (All Models)

To prevent damage or serious injury: Do Not lean against the installed panel/door/glass. Do Not attempt to lift or move a heavy lite of glass alone. Use an assistant and/or a professional grade glass suction cup.

The installation of some models may require drilling down into the threshold. Contact the manufacturer of the base, tub, or threshold material with any questions regarding the drilling of holes into their product.

All drawings in this installation manual are for illustrative purposes only and are not drawn to scale.

TEMPERED GLASS WARNING

Your Shower Door Glass Could Shatter Without Warning if Improperly Installed or Mishandled.

Do Not install or operate a shower door if the glass has chipped corners, slivered edges or is otherwise damaged and/or has been dropped or banged into a hard surface such as tile, marble or glass.

The main causes of tempered glass breakage are:

• Improper handling, storage or installation
• Misuse/abuse
• Lack of maintenance
• Failure to replace damaged glass

Improper handling during storage, unpacking and installation:

• Corners and edges are the most susceptible area to damage on a lite of tempered glass and should be protected and handled with care during storage, unpacking, installation and operation. A concentrated point of pressure or impact with a surface harder than itself may cause the tempered glass to shatter. The tempered glass may release immediately, within several hours or even days later.

Incorrect installation of door hardware, rollers, hinges, channels, stopper or glass:

• Improper installation may include: loose hardware and/or lack of proper gaskets between the hardware and glass. Additionally, improper alignment of guide rails, wall profiles or other hardware during installation or operation may place stress on the glass edges and cause it to break.

This product must be installed by a professional and experienced installer familiar with the safe handling of tempered glass.

Improper use of this product:

• Aggressively opening or closing the door may cause trauma to the glass, which can lead to breakage. This may occur immediately or hours or even days later.
• The shower door hardware and glass should be inspected periodically.

GENERAL PREPARATION

After opening all boxes and packages, read this introduction carefully. Check that all the items are included in the package by marking off the components on the "Detailed Diagram of Product Components" page. Examine all boxes and packages for shipping damage. If the unit has been damaged, has a finishing defect, or is 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. Please contact DreamLine® if you have any questions.

Please note that you should refer to 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.

If this unit is going to be installed in a new construction, install all the required plumbing and drainage before installing the shower. Use a competent and licensed (if required by local code) plumber for all plumbing installation.

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 will be necessary during the installation process.

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 it is 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.

This unit must be installed upon a finished threshold and against finished walls. DreamLine® shower doors are not designed to be installed into a fiberglass surround due to the radius corners and lack of a solid surface to mount the hardware.

WARNING: TO AVOID THE RISK OF DAMAGE OR INJURY:

Follow all recommendations and requirements as shown in the installation instructions.

Perform a thorough inspection of the glass and all parts for any damage prior to installation. Any damage to tempered glass can cause breakage. Do Not install damaged glass!

Do Not install or operate a shower or tub door if the glass has chipped corners, slivered edges or is otherwise damaged. Do Not install or operate a shower or tub door that has been dropped or banged into a hard surface such as tile, marble or glass.

CAUTION: Contact with any hard surface can damage tempered glass and cause it to shatter.

This product uses tempered glass. Glass cannot be cut after it has been tempered. Do Not attempt to cut tempered glass.

DreamLine® Glass Shower doors, Tub doors, Inline panels, and Return panels can shatter due to improper handling or lack of maintenance. Conduct periodic inspections of glass and all parts for possible damage, missing or loose parts.

Always wear proper safety equipment such as: safety goggles, work gloves and appropriate footwear during the installation process.

WARNING: Risk of leakage and/or damage. Follow all instructions regarding the application of silicone sealant or caulk. Allow 24 hours for the sealant to cure before the initial use of the shower or tub product. Follow the silicone manufacturer's recommendations regarding the use of their product.

Thoroughly read these instructions before installing or using this product. Leave this manual for the end-user of the product.

This product should be installed by someone familiar with the construction requirements for this type of product and the care necessary for the safe installation and operation of the product. Professional installation recommended.

Model Specific Preparation

⚠️ REQUIRED: 3/8" Out-of-Plumb Adjustment: Verify threshold and walls with a level.

Threshold must be level (±0.0).

Minimum threshold size: 2-1/4".

Diagram Description: Shows a shower enclosure with side walls and a threshold. Measurements indicate a 2-1/4" minimum threshold. A level is shown checking the wall and threshold for plumbness (±0.0).

Professional installation recommended. Two installers required.

Tools Required

Tools:

• Level
• Tape Measure
• Pencil
• Phillips Screwdriver
• Silicone
• Power Drill
• Drill Bit Ø1/8" (3mm)
• Drill Bit Ø3/16" (4mm)
• Drill Bit Ø5/16" (8mm)
• Soft Head Hammer
• Mitre Saw
• Hacksaw
• 1" thick wood block
• Painter's Tape
• Professional-grade Glass suction cup
• Safety Glasses
• Work Gloves

Tips:

• ? Measure the finished opening before proceeding with the installation to be sure that the correct model size has been ordered.
• ? Prior to installation, cover the shower/tub drain with tape to prevent losing screws or small parts.
• ? To prevent stripping the screw heads, set screw gun clutch to a low setting when installing screws and bolts.

Notes:

• ? Unpack your unit carefully and inspect it. Lay it out and identify all parts using the Detailed Diagram on page 5 and parts 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.
• ? Retain these installation instructions for future reference.

Detailed Diagram of Shower Door Components

Diagram Description: This section displays a diagram illustrating the various components of the ENCORE shower and tub door system with numbered callouts. Key components include Wall Profiles (01), Top Guide Rail (02), Door Glass panels (03), SafeClose™ Bumpers (04), Guide Block (05), Roller Assemblies (06), Guide Rail Brackets (07), Towel Bar (08), Wall Anchors (09), and various screws (10-13), Allen Wrench (14), and Bottom Guide Rail (15). A critical instruction highlights that the glass surface with the ClearMax™ label must be installed facing the inside of the shower.

Parts List

Installation Steps

Step 1: Initial Measurement and Preparation

Measure the height of the shower opening. Ensure the threshold and walls are level (±0.0). The ENCORE Tub door height is 58 inches, and the ENCORE Shower door height is 76 inches.

Step 2: Cut Top Guide Rail

Calculate the finished cut length (L) for the Top Guide Rail (#02) by subtracting 1/16 inch from the 'W-Top' measurement (at model height). The Top Guide Rail fits wall-to-wall and can be cut from either end. Use a metal file to deburr the cut end.

Step 3: Cut Bottom Guide Rail

Calculate the finished cut length (L) for the Bottom Guide Rail (#15) by subtracting 3/4 inch from the 'W-Bottom' measurement (opening width), cutting equally from both ends. This ensures the center guide holes remain centered. Use a metal file to deburr the cut end. The Bottom Guide Rail (#15) is shorter than the top guide rail as it fits between the Wall Profiles (#01).

Step 4: Install Bottom Guide Rail

Install the Bottom Guide Rail (#15) between the Wall Profiles (#01). Use painter's tape to secure the Bottom Guide Rail (#15) to the threshold, holding it in place until the silicone caulk cures.

Step 5: Attach Guide Rail Brackets to Wall Profiles

Secure the Guide Rail Brackets (#07) to the Wall Profiles (#01) using the ST4.0×30 Pan Head Screws (#13). Set aside for later use. Adding a few drops of dish soap to the screws can ease installation.

Step 6: Install Wall Profiles

If a stud is present behind the wall: Drill a Ø3/16" (4mm) hole up to the stud, then an Ø1/8" (3mm) pilot hole into the stud. Use ST4.2 x 40mm Countersunk Screws (#10) for the Guide Rail Bracket (#07) and ST4.0 x 40mm Pan Head Screws (#12) for the Wall Profile (#01).

If no stud is present: Drill a Ø5/16" (7mm) hole, insert Wall Anchors (#09), and use ST4.2 x 40mm Countersunk Screws (#10) for the Guide Rail Bracket (#07) and ST4.0 x 40mm Pan Head Screws (#12) for the Wall Profile (#01).

Step 7: Install Opposite Wall Profile

Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to install the opposite Wall Profile (#01) before proceeding to the next step.

Step 8: Install Top Guide Rail

Make sure the Top Guide Rail (#02) sits firmly onto the Guide Rail Brackets (#07) and is level across the opening.

Step 9: Attach Roller Assemblies to Door Glass

Leave the corner protectors on the glass until necessary. Attach the Roller Assemblies (#06) to the Door Glass (#03). The glass surface with the ClearMax™ label must be installed facing the inside of the shower.

⚠️ DO NOT completely disassemble the Roller Assemblies (#06) during installation.

⚠️ DO NOT turn the Roller Assembly adjustment bolt more than 4 rotations. DO NOT rotate the adjustment bolt past the point of resistance, as this can strip the bolt. Refer to Page 24 for more information.

⚠️ DO NOT attach the Towel Bars (#08) to the Door Glass (#03) until instructed. DO NOT attempt to lift the glass with the towel bars, as this may result in damage to the glass and/or serious personal injury. Use a professional grade glass suction cup and an assistant.

Step 10: Position Doors and Top Guide Rail

Place both doors into the shower opening. Use 1-inch thick wood blocks or shims or padding to protect the glass and wall surface. Use a 1-inch thick wood block or shim to hold up one end of the Top Guide Rail (#02) no more than 1 inch above the Wall Profiles (#01) to allow enough space to install the doors. Use caution and do not lift the Top Guide Rail completely off the Guide Rail Bracket (#07).

Step 11: Install Outside Door Glass

Outside door glass installation: Align the wheels of the Roller Assemblies (#06) with the notches in the anti-jump fins. Lift the glass up into the top guide rail and over into the bottom guide block (#05).

Step 12: Install Inside Door Glass

Inside door glass installation: Move the Outside Door Glass over to allow installation of the Inside Door Glass rollers into the Top Guide Rail (#02). Align the Roller Assemblies (#06) with the notches in the anti-jump fin and set the rollers onto the track inside of the Top Guide Rail (#02).

Towel Bar Installation

Step 13: Install Towel Bar

Attach the Towel Bars (#08) to the Door Glass (#03). Ensure screws are tight and secured to each door and gaskets are in place to prevent glass-to-metal contact.

Silicone Application

Step 14: Apply Silicone Sealant

? NOTE: The surfaces need to be clean and free of debris before applying silicone.

⚠️ Allow 24 hours for the silicone caulk to cure before using shower.

Product Maintenance

BASES and BACKWALLS:

To ensure long lasting life for your acrylic back walls: wipe them off after each use with a soft cloth. To clean the acrylic back walls use non-abrasive sprays or cream based cleaners. Avoid the use of aerosol spray cleaners. Never use abrasive cleansers, metal brushes or scrapers that could permanently scratch or dull the surface.

GLASS:

To ensure long lasting life for your glass shower products: wipe them off after each use with a soft cloth. Rinse and wipe off the glass using either a soft cloth or a squeegee to prevent soap buildup and water spots (Hard water can etch the surface of the glass over time if left to dry). To prevent scratching the surface: never use abrasive cleaners or cleaning products that contain scouring agents. Never use bristle brushes or abrasive sponges that may scratch the surface of the glass.

HARDWARE:

To ensure a long lasting finish: wipe off all metal parts after each use with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or cleaning products containing ammonia, bleach or acid. If accidentally used, rinse the surface as soon as possible to prevent damage to the finish (peeling or corrosion). After cleaning the polished finishes, rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft clean-cloth.

Clean stainless steel surfaces at least once a week. When applying stainless steel cleaner or polish to stainless steel hardware, work with the grain (not across the grain). Never use an abrasive sponge or cloth, steel wool or wired brush as these may permanently scratch the surfaces.

? NOTE: To maximize the life of your door, it is important to regularly inspect the glass and other hardware for misalignment, proper attachment, and/or damage. Contact DreamLine® with any questions or concerns.

ENCORE Maintenance Checklist:

• [ ] Top Guide Rail level and tight
• [ ] Wall Profiles and Guide Rail Brackets tight to the walls
• [ ] All screws are tight
• [ ] Both lites of Door Glass are secure and level
• [ ] Guide Block square to the threshold and glass
• [ ] Bottom Guide Rail secured to the threshold
• [ ] Bottom Guide Rail screws are tight
• [ ] Proper clearance beneath the door glass between the bottom rail and within the guide block
• [ ] Door Glass adjusted so that the SafeClose™ Bumpers smoothly catch and release the glass during operation
• [ ] Roller Assemblies tight
• [ ] Roller Assembly cover plates secure
• [ ] Roller Assembly adjustment bolts tight
• [ ] Towel Bar screws are tight and secured to each door and gaskets are in place to prevent glass-to-metal contact
• [ ] Both doors operate smoothly through the guide block and do not make contact with one another
• [ ] Inspect and replace silicone as necessary to prevent water leakage

Troubleshooting

? Tip: Prior to contacting DreamLine® Customer Service, please have the following information readily available:

• Purchase Order Information (Name, PO Number, Dealer/Vendor Name, etc.)
• SKU/Model Number (see Pages 25-28)
• Factory Part Information (see Pages 25-28)

Roller Assembly Adjustment Procedure

Diagram Description: This section includes diagrams illustrating the roller assembly and the adjustment process. It shows the roller assembly components: mounting bolt, adjustment bolt (do not remove), cover plate, and gasket. It also depicts the adjustment mechanism and the effect of turning the adjustment bolt.

To adjust the Door Glass with the Roller Assemblies:

1. Remove the Roller Assembly Cover Plate.
2. Loosen the mounting bolt.
3. Rotate the adjustment bolt:
   -Counter-clockwise to raise
   -Clockwise to lower

If the Adjustment Bolt is in a neutral position, DO NOT rotate the Adjustment Bolt more than 4 rotations! DO NOT rotate the adjustment bolt past the point of resistance. Excessive rotations can strip the bolt! DO NOT remove the bolts or fully disassemble the Roller Assemblies.

? NOTE: Use the adjustment bolt on the Roller Assembly to adjust the Door Glass so it closes evenly into the Wall Profiles.

⚠️ DO NOT allow the Door Glass to make contact with the Bottom Guide Rail during this process.

Factory Parts Information

ENCORE - 60 x 58 (SHDR-1660580P-##)

BOLD digit indicates finish color: 1 = Polished SS, 4 = Brushed SS, 6 = Oil Rubbed Bronze, 9 = Satin Black

ENCORE - 48 x 76 (SHDR-1648760-##)

ENCORE - 54 x 76 (SHDR-1654760-##)

ENCORE - 60 x 76 (SHDR-1660760-##)

BOLD digit indicates finish color: 1 = Polished SS, 4 = Brushed SS, 6 = Oil Rubbed Bronze, 9 = Satin Black

Contact Information

Contact Support@DreamLine.com for Part replacement, installation assistance or additional information.

Complete Warranty information is available on DreamLine.com.

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