Kohler STERLING User manual
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Tools and Materials
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5/16", 9/64" 5/16" Masonry Bit for Tile Tin Snips Miter Box 32-Teeth Per Inch Blade Masking Tape
100% Silicone Sealant
Before You Begin
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Damage before installation can result in glass shaering. Inspect the glass and
all parts for damage before installation.
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Improper installation can result in glass shaering. Follow all installation
instructions.
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Do not cut tempered glass. Tempered glass will shaer if cut.
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Shower door and side panels can shaer. Regularly inspect the glass and all
parts for damage, missing, or loose parts.
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Always wear safety glasses while cuing and drilling.
IMPORTANT! This door is designed to accommodate walls that are less than 3/8" (10 mm) out of plumb. Verify the area
the door will be aached to is within 3/8" (10 mm) of plumb. The door may not function properly if the wall is more than
3/8" (10 mm) out of plumb.
IMPORTANT! Leave this manual for the end user. Read all instructions before installing or using this product.
Your new door can be installed with the door opening to either the right or left. Choose a pivot conguration before
beginning.
Identify all parts before installation. Inspect for damage.
During the installation, protect the shower oor with a drop cloth to avoid damage.
Cover the drain with tape to prevent the loss of small parts.
The shower base and nished walls should be installed before beginning the shower door installation.
Follow the instructions applying 100% silicone sealant for the door. Sealing areas other than those shown in the
installation instructions may cause leaking.
Two people should perform this installation.
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Parts Identification
Bottom Seal
Threshold
Wall
Jamb
Pivot
Jamb
Pivot
Pin
Panel
Assembly
Strike Jamb
Wall Jamb
Setting Block
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1. Determine the Door Configuration
Pivot Jamb
Left Pivot
Top View
Right Pivot
Showerhead
Showerhead
Pivot Jamb
IMPORTANT! Install the pivot jamb of the door on the side opposite the showerhead.
IMPORTANT! Left pivot conguration is shown in the installation steps unless otherwise indicated.
Determine whether the door will be installed in a right pivot or left pivot conguration.
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2. Measure and Cut the Threshold
A
1/16"
(2 mm)
A
A
Cut here.
A
Tape Measure
A
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Always wear safety glasses while cuing and drilling.
Use a drop cloth to protect the shower surface.
Measure distance “A” between the shower walls and mark it on the threshold.
Measure 1/16" (2 mm) or the width of a saw blade from “A” and make a second mark on the threshold, as shown.
Cut the threshold at the second mark and le any rough edges.
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3. Position the Threshold
1/4"
(6 mm)
1/4"
(6 mm)
If needed, le the ends of the threshold to match the corner radius of the shower wall.
Align the entire length of the threshold 1/4" (6 mm) from the outside edge of the shower ledge or at surface and mark
its location.
Remove the threshold.
Apply 100% silicone sealant to the underside of the threshold.
Replace the threshold at the previously marked location.
Tape the threshold securely in place.
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4. Position the Wall Jambs
Wall Jamb
Pivot Jamb
Wall Jamb
Strike Jamb
CAUTION: Risk of property damage. To avoid water leakage, the wall jamb must be plumb and t tightly against
the shower base and wall.
Separate the pivot jamb and the strike jamb from each wall jamb.
Position the wall jambs on the threshold, flush against the threshold lip and the wall, with the round holes facing the
inside of the shower.
Plumb the wall jambs using a level.
If needed, le the boom corners of the wall jambs to t against the shower wall. Use a coin to match and transfer the
corner radius.
Tape the wall jambs securely in place and mark the jambs’ location.
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5. Mark the Wall Jambs
Mark the wall at the four holes on each wall jamb.
Remove the wall jambs.
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6. Install the Wall Jambs
8-18 x 1-1/2"
IMPORTANT! The round holes on the wall jambs must face the inside of the shower.
Drill a 5/16" hole at each marked location. Use a masonry bit for tile walls.
Install the provided wall anchors. Verify that the anchors are fully seated into the wall.
Repeat for the opposite wall.
Thoroughly clean the shower ledge, oor, and walls.
Reposition the wall jamb, aligning with the anchor holes. Verify the holes on the wall jamb face the interior of the
shower.
Secure the jamb with the four provided #8 x 1-1/2" screws.
Repeat for the second wall jamb.
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