Dreamline UNIDOOR-X L1 Series Installation Instructions Manual

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Install Shower Door

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Page 1 Install Return Panel Install Shower Door NOTE: Refer to the Return Panel Manual for Enclosure Installation dimensions. 1-866-731-2244 For more information about DreamLine ® products please visit DreamLine.com ©2020 DreamLine All Rights Reserved UNIDOOR-X STYLE L1 Shower Enclosure Cover Page Ver 2 012020...
Page 2 ® 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. Right Hand Door installation shown...
Page 3 For best results, squeegee the glass after each use and dry with a soft cloth. Record the following purchase information for your records or in the event you need to contact DreamLine ® Purchase Order...
Page 4 NOTE: Unpack your unit carefully and inspect it. Lay it out and identify all parts using the detailed diagram and packing list in your 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 ®...
Page 5 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. UNIDOOR-X (STYLE M) manual Ver 2 Rev 1 02/2019 ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved...
Page 6 D13072-## D32672R-## D32772L-## D32772R-## D32872L-## D32872R-## D32972L-## D32972R-## D33072L-## D33072R-## ##- hardware finish 01- Chrome 04- Brushed Nickel 06- Oil Rubbed Bronze 09 - Satin Black ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved UNIDOOR-X (STYLE M) manual Ver 2 Rev 1 02/2019...
Page 7 ◾for Style M3 - use manuals for Style M & Style I ◾for Style M4 - use manuals for Style M & Style J ◾for Style L1 - use manuals for Style M & Style L ©2019 DreamLine. All Rights Reserved UNIDOOR-X (STYLE M) manual Ver 2 Rev 1 02/2019...
Page 8 STYLE L1 * UNIDOOR-X Shower door 23”~30” with 6” or 24” hinge panel and with 30”- 34” full height return panel secured using u-channel STYLE M * UNIDOOR-X Shower door 23”~30” with 6” or 24” hinge panel secured using u-channel STYLE M1 * UNIDOOR-X Shower door 23”~30”...
Page 9 “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 ®...
Page 10 Tools Tape Phillips Hammer Level Pencil Measure Screwdriver Drill bit Power Drill bit Drill (Ø=1/8") Miter saw or Hacksaw (Ø=5/16") Metal File 100% Silicone* *Quick-drying/fast curing silicone recommended for the installation of hinge panels. UNIDOOR-X (STYLE M) manual Ver 2 Rev 1 02/2019...
Page 11 Detailed Diagram of shower door components used with 24” hinge panel glass Right-hand L-bar™ used with 6” hinge Left-hand L-bar™ (Shown) panel glass only 6” hinge panel glass 24” hinge panel glass The glass surface with the ClearMax™ label must be installed to face inside of the shower Parts List...
Page 12 Hinge Panel Glass (#32) and Door Glass (#01). Specific size information can be found on our website: DreamLine.com. NOTE: The 24” Hinge Panel Glass (#32) installs with either a left or right L-Bar™ (#35). (Fig A) The 6“...
Page 13 Installation steps for 6” hinge panel with Hinge Panel Glass Bracket Draw a line on the threshold and up the Use a hacksaw or a miter saw: wall to represent the outside edge of the Cut the Vertical U-channel to 69-7/16”. U-channels.
Page 14 Position the U-channels and Mark the hole positions on the wall and Hinge Panel Glass Bracket (#36) on threshold through the holes in the the wall and threshold to mark the U-channels and the Hinge Panel Glass holes for drilling. (Fig 3) Bracket (#36).
Page 15 Drill Ø5/16” holes in the wall and Apply silicone to the back of the U-channels and the screw holes, then install install the wall anchors. the U-channels and Hinge Panel Glass • Drill Ø1/8” holes into an acrylic threshold OR Bracket (#36) using the ST4.2 x 40mm •Drill...
Page 16 Add the PVC Glass Spacer (0.5mm) (#34) Install the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) into into the bottom U-channel to protect the the U-channel, checking for level and plumb. bottom corners of the glass. Install the gasket into the Hinge Panel Glass Apply a bead of silicone into the length of the Bracket (#36).
Page 17 Tighten the rubber-tipped set screws on the Hinge Panel Glass Bracket (#36) to secure the hinge panel glass. (Fig 9) Fig 9 NOTE: Following the installation of the Hinge Panel Glass (#32), it is required to allow the silicone to fully cure before hanging the door glass. (Fig 9) Proceed to Step #19 on Page 22 to continue the installation of the Hinges, Door Glass and other components Fig 9...
Page 18 Installation steps for 24” hinge panel glass and the L-Bar™ Cut the Vertical U-channel 1 (#09) to 71”. (Fig 10) U-Channel 1 71” 71” Fig 10 Cut the Bottom U-channel 2 (#29) to 24” (see note** below). (Fig 11) Plumb line U-Channel 2 **If the wall is out-of-plumb at the bottom, measure that dimension as...
Page 19 Position the U-channel 2 (bottom profile) (#29) onto the threshold, parallel to the outside edge. Mark wall the position of the U-channel and mark the position of wall the holes for drilling. You need to use at least 3 holes for the U-channel 2 (bottom profile) (#29): one near each end and one near the center.
Page 20 Next, position the vertical U-channel 1 (#09) (wall profile) on top of the installed bottom U-channel. Use a level to plumb the U-channel 1 (#09) (wall profile) and mark the positions of the holes for drilling. You need to use at least four holes for the U-channel 1 (#09) (wall profile).
Page 21 NOTE: There is a top and a bottom to the Hinge Panel Glass (#32): The top hinge cutout is 7-7/8” to center, the bottom hinge cutout is 8-3/8” to center. The hinge panel glass must be installed correctly so the door glass can be installed correctly. Install the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) into the U-channel 2 (#29) (bottom profile) and the U-channel 1 (#09) (wall profile).
Page 22 Installation steps for 24” hinge panel glass with L-Bar™ L- Bar™ Assembly (#35) Parts List** 35.9 35.4 35.5 35.3 35.6 35.2 35.1 35.7 35.8 Left-hand bracket shown as an example 35.1 PVC spacer 1 pc 35.6 Wall plate 1 pc 35.2 Rubber tip set screw 2 pcs 35.7 Truss Head Screw ST 4.2 x 40 2 pcs...
Page 23 Left-hand bracket installation shown as an example Position the L-Bar™ Assembly (#35) onto the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) as shown and mark its position on the wall. Remove the Wall Plate (#35.6) from the L-Bar™. Hold the Wall Plate (#35.6) to the marks on the wall. Check for level and mark the holes for drilling through the wider, untapped holes.
Page 24 Adjust the Panel Glass to plumb and tighten the screws. Attach the Decorative Cover (#35.4). Secure the L-Bar™ (#35.3) to the top of the Panel Glass using the clear gasket and rubber-tipped set screws. Firmly tighten but Do Not overtighten the set screws. (Fig 18a and Fig 18b) Fig 18a Fig 18b Left-hand L-Bar™...
Page 25 Attach the Glass-to-Glass Hinges (#05) to the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) with the bolts facing inside the shower. Install the hinges onto the Hinge Panel Glass (#32) flush with the edge of the glass. Use at least one 2mm hinge gasket per side. Tighten the hinge bolts evenly and snap in the decorative bolt caps.
Page 26 The Door Glass (#01) ships with 5/8” door spacers. These 5/8” spacers will create the glass proper spacing at the bottom of the door inside door glass and will ensure the installed door glass height finishes at 72”. (but always confirm with a measurement) outside 2mm hinge...
Page 27 Handle side of door Measure the bottom of the Door Glass (#01) from side to side to determine the actual width of the door. Cut the Bottom Sweep Vinyl (#07) to the size of your measurement and notch 3/8” of the inner side of the Bottom Sweep Vinyl (#07) as shown in Fig 22.2.
Page 28 For Style M only: If your model does not include additional panel glass, proceed to the next step to install the L-Strike Vinyl w/VHB tape (#08) to the wall. Inside shower NOTE: Before installing the L-strike vinyl, refer to the adjustable hinge instructions on Page 27.
Page 29 Apply a good quality mildew-resistant/waterproof silicone along the connection of both U-Channels to the wall and threshold on the inside of the shower. Remove the bottom section of the Hinge-Side Vinyl Seal (#33) and let the silicone cure before closing the door to avoid contact with the Hinge-Side Vinyl Seal (#33).
Page 30 NOTE: Setting the hinges to overclose must be done BEFORE the L-Strike Vinyl w/VHB tape is installed. UNIDOOR-X (STYLE M) manual Ver 2 Rev 1 02/2019...
Page 31 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. UNIDOOR-X (STYLE M) manual Ver 2 Rev 1 02/2019...
Page 33 ® 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. Do Not Return Product to the Store. Contact DreamLine with any questions ®...
Page 34 For best results, squeegee the glass after each use and dry with a soft cloth. Record the following purchase information for your records or in the event you need to contact DreamLine ® Purchase Order...
Page 35: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section Title Page # Model Styles Important Information about your new shower door Model Speci c Preparation Shower Enclosure Plan Tools Detailed Diagram of Return Panel Glass Components Parts List Installation Overview Installation Steps 12-23 Product Maintenance & Maintenance Checklist Troubleshooting Factory Parts Information Average Installation Time...
Page 36: Model Styles
Model Styles Unidoor Plus MODEL #s SHEN-24300300F-## STYLE L UNIDOOR 30” Shower Door with glass-to-wall hinges and 30” full height return panel installed with U-Channel STYLE L Unidoor-X Style L1 Style L1 MODEL #s MODEL #s E12330-## E32330L-## E12334-## E32330R-## E12430-## E32334L-## E12434-##...
Page 37 • • DreamLine® reserves the right to alter, modify or redesign products any time without After opening all boxes and packages, read this introduction carefully. Check that all the prior notice for product improvement and customer experience. Please refer to the items are included in the package by marking off the components on the “Detailed...
Page 38: Model Speci C Preparation
Model Specific Preparation REQUIRED: 5/8” minimum Check walls and threshold with a level threshold 1/2” Max Out-of-Plumb adjustment within the u-channel on return panel wall only Threshold must be level 5/8” (16mm) minimum at threshold Left-hand door with Right-hand return panel installation shown as an example up to 1/2”...
Page 39: Shower Enclosure Plan
Shower Enclosure Plan Outside surface UNIDOOR PLUS of the return A = (30-7/16”) panel u-channel Finished wall surface STYLE L Unidoor Plus models Style L with Glass-to-Wall hinges (30”) (30”) door Outside surface Outside surface of the door glass of the return A = (30-7/16”) panel glass Outside surface of the...
Page 40 Shower Enclosure Plan UNIDOOR-X Outside surface of the return A= Model Width (+) 1/16” panel u-channel Finished wall surface STYLE L1 Unidoor-X models Style L1 Style L1 (30-1/16”) G =(30”) with Glass-to-Glass hinges (34”) (34-1/16”) hinge panel door Outside surface Outside surface of the u-channel of the return...
Page 41: Tools
Before discarding the carton, check for small hardware bags that may have fallen to the bottom of the box. NOTE If any parts are damaged or missing, please contact DreamLine for replacement. The ®...
Page 42: Detailed Diagram Of Return Panel Glass Components
Detailed Diagram of Return Panel Glass Components The glass surface with the ClearMax™ label must be installed to face inside of the shower UNIDOOR PLUS Style L Shower Enclosure Panel Manual Ver 2 012020...
Page 43: Parts List
Parts List NOTE *180˚ Strike Vinyl is packaged with the Panel Glass and is only used with Inline Panel models and is not used with this Enclosure installation UNIDOOR PLUS Style L Shower Enclosure Panel Manual Ver 2 012020...
Page 44 Before you begin the installation, recheck the finished opening size, the walls for plumb and the threshold for level. Specific model size information can be found on DreamLine.com STYLE L shown as an example Left-Swing Door/Right-Hand Return Panel installation shown...
Page 45: Installation Overview
Installation Overview Place the U-Channels (#09 and #29) on the wall and threshold at the model dimensions based on your model size as shown in the "Shower Enclosure Plan" (Pages 5-6). Note that the space for the door area must be no less than the “nominal door size”...
Page 46: Installation Steps
Installation Steps Use parts from the “Detailed Diagram of Return Panel Glass NOTE Components” for Return Panel Glass assembly and installation. Glass Width (W) Glass Height (H) Plumb line **EXCEPTION: If the wall is out-of-plumb at the bottom, measure that dimension as (A) and add (A) to the finished cut length of Out-of-plumb...
Page 47 Cut the Bottom U-Channel to: Glass Width (W) + 3/16” = (L)** **see the exception on the previous page Fig 2 Parts Needed Tools Needed UNIDOOR PLUS Style L Shower Enclosure Panel Manual Ver 2 012020...
Page 48 Cut the Vertical U-Channel to: Glass Height H (-) 13/16” = (V) Fig 3 71” Fig 3 Cut the Vertical u-channel to 71” for the standard 72” model height NOTE Use a metal file to remove any burrs from the cut ends of the U-Channels before placing them onto the glass.
Page 49 Fig 4a 2” (50.8mm) Fig 4b Cut several 2” - 3” pieces of the PVC Glass Spacer 0.5mm (#28). Set these into the bottom u-channel after applying silicone in Step #8. DO NOT install one long continuous piece into the Bottom (#29) U-Channel. Parts Needed Tools Needed UNIDOOR PLUS Style L Shower Enclosure Panel Manual Ver 2 012020...
Page 50 Install the Vertical U-Channel Part #09 on top of Wall the Bottom U-Channel 72” Fig 5 NOTE Part #29 Refer to the Shower Enclosure Plan on pages 5-6 for the proper location of the U-Channels based on the model size Tools Needed Parts Needed Use a Carpenter’s square for...
Page 51 * see note silicone the back of the U-Channel Fig 6 For installation into an Acrylic threshold: ◾ Drill an Ø1/8”(3mm) hole and use ST4.2 x 40mm Countersunk Screws (#23). NOTE For installation into a Tile threshold ◾ Drill a Ø3/16” (4mm) hole up to the stud, drill an Ø1/8”...
Page 52 * see note silicone the back of the U-Channel Fig 7 ◾If a Stud is present behind the wall: drill a Ø3/16”(4mm) hole up to the stud, drill an Ø1/8” (3mm) pilot hole into the stud and use NOTE ST4.2 x 40mm Countersunk Screws (#23) ◾If No Stud is present behind the wall: drill a Ø5/16”(7mm) hole and insert the Wall Anchors (#13) and use the...
Page 53 Fig 8 Tools Needed Right-hand Return Panel installation shown UNIDOOR PLUS Style L Shower Enclosure Panel Manual Ver 2 012020...
Page 54 A professional-grade Glass Suction Cup is recommended for handling heavy glass Insert panel glass into the vertical U-Channel first ..then slide the panel glass down into the bottom U-Channel Fig 9 Tools Needed Parts Needed After applying silicone into the bottom u-channel, insert the cut pieces of the PVC Spacers 0.5mm (#28) into the Bottom U-Channel...
Page 55 notch to fit around u-channel 1” Fig 10a inside outside Fig 10b Tools Needed Parts Needed Right-hand Return Panel installation shown UNIDOOR PLUS Style L Shower Enclosure Panel Manual Ver 2 012020...
Page 56 Fig 11a inside of shower Door 1/16-1/8" (Overhead View) Fig 11b UNIDOOR PLUS Style L Shower Enclosure Panel Manual Ver 2 012020...
Page 57 The surfaces need to be clean and free of debris before applying silicone. NOTE Hours Fig 12 Tools Needed Allow 24 hours for the silicone caulk to cure before using shower. UNIDOOR PLUS Style L Shower Enclosure Panel Manual Ver 2 012020...
Page 58 To maximize the life of your door, it is important to regularly inspect the glass and other hardware for misalignment, proper attachment, NOTE and/or damage. Contact DreamLine with any questions or concerns. ® UNIDOOR Series (STYLE L) Shower Panel Maintenance Checklist ◻...
Page 59: Troubleshooting
Suggested Solution page# • Check all shipping/packaging material for missing parts/components. Missing Parts • If not found, contact DreamLine Customer Support [1-866-731-2244] to order factory part replacement. • Check that the hinges are properly adjusted. (See Hinge Adjustment procedure in the door glass or hinge panel glass manual).
Page 60 4 = Brushed Nickel; 6 = Oil Rubbed Bronze; 9 = Satin Black Contact Support@DreamLine.com for Part replacement, installation assistance or additional information. Complete Warranty information is available on DreamLine.com. UNIDOOR PLUS Style L Shower Enclosure Panel Manual Ver 2 012020...

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