American Standard 6032Y1.BW.XXX User Manual

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•  Allow panels to reach room temperature before installation.

•  Before you begin, locate appropriate product reference (see page 1).

•  Read installation instructions carefully before starting project.

•  Keep instructions for warranty information.

•  Caulk will be necessary when installing bathtub walls.

•  Strip alcove to the bare studs. It may be necessary to add a stud at each front corner to 

provide attachment for side panels as shown in appropriate stud layout on page 1.

•  Check that there are no screws, nails or staples in the studs which would interfere with 

the tub or wall installation.

•  If installing over existing tub, check that studs are plumb to the tub, then go to Step 3.

•  For new construction, place studs as shown in appropriate stud layout on page 1.

•  Check that the sub floor for the tub is level and studs are plumb to the sub floor. (Fig. 1)

•  Follow Manufacturer’s instructions for installing your tub.

    IMPORTANT: Tub must be plumb and square to alcove for proper wall installation.

•  Place back panel first then fit side panels by aligning pins on side panels with slots on 

back panel. (Fig. 2)

•  The stud on each side of the back panel should contact the entire length of the back 

panel. (Fig. 3)

•  If the studs and back panel do not contact correctly you will need to shim for support. 

•  Center assembled wall on tub. Make sure panels are resting flat on tub.

•  Align the front of the side walls and the front of the tub. This makes drywall installation 

easier.

•  If necessary, shim between wall panels and studs to provide a tight fit between the back 

and side panels. (Fig. 4)

•  Measure and mark all control holes. After removing side panels, drill or saw necessary 

holes.

  IMPORTANT: Drill or saw holes from the front side. Cover area to be cut with  

•  Mark the height of the wall on each stud to indicate where to apply adhesive on the 

stud. (Fig. 5)

•  Remove panels from alcove.

FIGURE 1. Check that studs are plumb with floor/tub.

FIGURE 2. Align pins with slots on back wall.

FIGURE 3. Stud must contact entire length of  

 

back panel.

FIGURE 4. You can shim against the stud.