Shower Tray Fitting - Aqualux Shower Enclosures

IN00416(rev A)
Shower Tray Fitting
• Instruction suitable for all tray types.
In the floor fitting for level access
Steps 09 - 21
On the floor fitting
Steps 01 - 08
Above the floor easy plumb fitting
Steps 22 - 39

Before You Start
• Read the instructions in full before commencing installation.
• Take care of the bottom edges of the tray to avoid chipping of the gelcoat on the corner.
• Check the tray carefully for damage before installation begins. Once installation has begun, the
manufacturer can take no responsibility for damage to the product.
• The tray may be fitted “on the floor” – see steps 1-8, “in the floor” for level access – see steps 9-21 and
“above the floor” for easy plumbing on concrete floors etc. – see steps 22-39. Above the floor fitting
requires the Aqua 30 Top Level Easy Plumb Kit which is available separately.
• Low profile trays require good drainage – ensure that the associated waste pipe runs have a good fall
angle to match the water delivery of the shower unit. We strongly recommend the use of the
Aqua 30 90mm High-Flow Waste, which is available separately.
• Have all the correct tools available – see opposite.
• Ensure that the area is clean, dust free and dry before fitting.
• It is recommended that shower trays are installed before tiling / cladding of the wall surfaces. Ideally the
tile / cladding will overlap the corner radius of the tray such that the mounting surface for the enclosure
will be exactly where the corner radius meets the tray top surface.
During Installation
• Protect the surface of the shower tray with a cloth or cardboard to avoid damage
• In all situations the tray must be bedded on a stiff 5:1 mixture of sand to cement or a ready mixed mortar
product. The void between the underside well surface of the tray and the substrate must be fully filled
to avoid any risk of movement or cracking in use (note that this does not include the space inside the
rim of the tray, which may be left unfilled). Observe the manufacturers recommendations and safety
instructions when handling mortar, particularly with regard to personal protective equipment ie. dust
mask and gloves. Avoid direct skin contact with wet mortar.
• Carefully seal the waste and tray to wall junctions with an anti-fungicidal silicone.
• Wait 24 hours before standing on the tray to ensure that the mortar bed and silicone have fully cured.
Fig.A
Direct Floor Installation:
Refer to Steps 1-8 for
Installation details.
Fig.B
Inset Floor Installation:
Refer to Steps 9 - 21 for
Installation details.
MORTAR BED
SHOWER
TRAY
FLOOR
BOARDS
SHOWER
TRAY
MORTAR BED
FLOOR
BOARDS
PLYWOOD
BOARDS
SILICONE
SILICONE
TILES
TILES
PLASTERBOARD
WALL
PLASTERBOARD
WALL

In-use and care recommendations
• Clean the tray with soapy water and use a soft bristle brush if required for any crevices, then rinse and
dry. Finish off with a soft, clean towel. Avoid all abrasives and harsh detergents.
• If a bath mat is used in the tray, remove after use to avoid any risk of marking.
Safety
• This product may be heavy and require two people to carry and install it.
• When drilling, check first for hidden pipes and cables.
• Use safety eyewear when drilling.
• Observe precautions when handling cement / mortar.
Disclaimer
• Please notify the retailer immediately of any damage or faults. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for installation costs that may arise from damaged or faulty product being installed.
• Please dispose of all packaging with due regard for the environment.
Materials required
• 18mm Marine ply, battens and noggins for “in the floor fit” as required.
• Sand and cement or ready-mixed mortar
•
A dedicated high flow waste and easy plumb kit are available separately
Tools Required (not supplied)
Spirit Level Screwdriver Tape Measure Pencil Utility Knife
Junior hacksaw
Silicone Gun & Sealant Power Drill Suitable Hole Saw Bits
Help Line: 0870 241 6131
Jigsaw
Lines open: 8.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday
Standard National call charge rate from BT landlines

Parts & Fittings Supplied
!
Keep small parts away from children
Tray*
X1
D2
D1
Tray (mm)
Legs Clips Joiners
760 & 800 Square 5 8 1
900 Square
5 10 1
1200 x 760, 800 Rectangle
8 10 1
1200 x 900 Rectangle
8 11 1
800, 900 Quadrant
6 6 NA
Please Note:
*Varies depending on tray / kit type.
Top Level Easy Plumb Kit available separately
!
Please notify the retailer immediately
of any damage or faults. The
manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for any installation costs
that may arise from a damaged or
faulty product being installed.
Waste Cover
X1
Waste
Assembly
X1
Board*
X1
Clips
Tray Skirt*
X1
High flow waste -
Available
separately
Skirt Joiner
Square & rectangle
trays only
Legs

D1 D2
A No.8 x ¾” Pan Head Pozi Screws
x1
per skirt
(actual size) clip / foot
B
A
B
Washer
Skirt Fixing
Bracket
X4
Loose Screws & Fittings Supplied
A
B
(actual size)
Qty
Qty
x1
per skirt
clip / foot

Direct to Floor (Finished Floor) Fixing Details only:
For Infloor fitting please refer to steps 9-21 & for Easy Plumb 22-39
1
2
!
Position Tray and mark
waste position.
!
!
2.1
2.2
Ensure floor boards are sound
and secure - if not board out
area with 18mm marine ply.
Ensure Tray is correctly
positioned and level.
Remove floor boards to gain
access to waste pipe and
fit the Waste Trap fitment.
Cut out floor board to suit
waste hole, (as marked in
previous step). Recommended
diameter 140mm.
Ensure waste is not obstructed as
this may cause leakage

3
Tray Preparation:
4
Liberally apply silicone sealant to back of tray.
Mix a stiff 5/1 composition of sand and
cement or use ready-mixed prepared to
manufacturers instructions.
Thoroughly mix and spread with high
spots to contact tray underside - ensure
all of the tray well is fully supported.
Ensure Tray is correctly
positioned and level.
5 Apply silicone
sealant and PTFE
tape as required.
!
!
Take precautions when handling
cement / mortar.
4.1
!

6
7
5mm
8
5mm
!
!
!
Ensure Tray is correctly
positioned and level.
Thoroughly Seal Tray
to Wall.
Tile down to Tray
surface leaving a 5mm
gap for sealing.
Ensure Silicone Sealant
thoroughly seals junction of
tiles and tray.
!
Once silicone and mortar
is dry water test the
waste for drainage.

Inset Floor Fixing Details only:
For On the floor fitting please refer to steps 1-8. For easy Plumb 22-39
9
!
10
Cut out tray footprint to the depth
of the floorboards & remove.
Beware of concealed pipework &
electrical cables.
Position tray and mark position
!
11
!
Ensure Tray is correctly
positioned.
Check the tops of the joist are
level.

!
12
13
14
18mm
Place battens 18mm from the top of
perimeter noggins & joists.
!
!
12.1
Add noggins as additional support as
required.
13.1
Fit the Waste Trap fitment.
Align waste with tray. Do not drill the
joists as this may compromise their
strength.
14.1
Wall
Wall
Battens
Joists
Floor
Battens
Joists
Floor
Noggins
Plan View
Plan View

15
16
Tray Preparation:
17
Liberally apply silicone sealant to back of tray.
!
!
Infill with 18mm marine ply cutting
a hole for the waste. Recommended
diameter 140mm.
Mix a stiff 5/1 composition of sand and
cement or use ready-mixed prepared to
manufacturers instructions.
! Take precautions when handling
!
Thoroughly mix and spread with high
spots to contact tray underside - ensure
all of the tray well is fully supported.
cement / mortar.
17.1
Ensure Tray is correctly positioned &
levelled.

18 Apply a silicone
sealant and PTFE
tape as required.
19
!
Ensure tray is correctly
positioned and level.
Thoroughly seal tray to wall.

20 Tile down to tray
surface leaving a 5mm ! gap for sealing.
5mm
21
5mm
!
!
Ensure silicone sealant
thoroughly seals junction
of tiles and tray.
Once silicone and mortar
is dry water test the
waste for drainage.

Easy Plumb Fitting Details only:
For On the floor fitting please refer to steps 1-8. For In the floor fitting 9-21
Fig. A: Board layouts and Leg positions are unique to each kit size & type.
It is recommended that the waste is situated at the front of the tray when installed for easy access.
Fig. B: Skirt Layouts
22
!
Quadrant Square
Rectangle
Quadrant Square Rectangle
Square & rectangle boards require a 4mm clearance from the wall.
Quadrant tray boards may butt against the wall.
Offer Board into position.

Adjustable foot preparation
!
23.1
23.2
Locking Key
Foot Body
Foot Base
Please Note: Adjustable
Foot is supplied assembled,
disassemble as shown.
Position Adjustable
Foot base into foot
holes in Board.
Refer to Fig. A for
foot positions.
Mark fixing hole
positions.
23
!
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Ensure board and adjustable foot
bases are correctly positioned.

!
* Drill pilot hole to suit floor type, if
required use wall plugs (not supplied &
if necessary).
24.1* 24.2
25.1
Ensure the waste is not obstructed
as this may cause leakage.
A
B
24
!
25
!
For accuracy fit feet bases in
conjunction with board.
Route waste pipe as required
ensuring foot clearance.

26
!
Screw skirt clips onto underside
of board using holes provided, as
required
Foot Body preparation:
Choose four feet at the
extremities of the board &
set to the high position.
A
B
Set all others at the low position.

27
28
!
27.1
28.1
Position feet into board.
Push hard to ensure foot is fully
located.
Position feet bodies and board into
foot base.

Square & Rectangular boards
!
!
!
29
*
Assemble skirt if required.
Trim with a junior hacksaw at each
end to match the wall.
Skirt Joiner
When using the corner junction use the factory cut ends
at the junction for best finish
Inside view
Ensure skirt snaps securely into
fixing clips.
Work progressively from one end, if the skirt should kink this is due to the board being
slightly out of flat and can be compensated for by final adjustment of the legs.
!

Fig. C: Positioning locking key into ADJUSTABLE POSITION:
30
i)*
* Please Note: Top of foot body is not shown for legibility only.
You do not need to disassemble foot body at this stage.
Locate locking key onto depth stops
on the inside of the leg body so that it
sits in a proud position.
ii)*
!
Ensure that the locking key is set
in a proud position, as shown in
Fig.C (above).

*
31
i)
*
ii)
iii)
Ensure that the tray skirt is clear of
the floor.
Adjustable Foot: Adjustment Details
Twist locking key as required to adjust
board height to suit.
For simple adjustment:
Using the extremity legs only, level the tray from front to back on the one side. Then
level the opposite side. Next level from side to side across the tray. This can be done by
adjusting both legs an equal amount together. Check the skirt clearance whilst proceeding
to get a good flush fit with the floor. If necessary the skirt can be trimmed by scoring with
a sharp knife and breaking along the score line. Finally lower the central legs ensuring the
board is fully level & will bear weight without deflection.

Fig. D: Positioning locking key into FIXED POSITION:
i)*
iii)
* Please Note: Top of foot body is not
shown for legibility only. You do not need
to disassemble foot body at this stage.
Remove locking key and twist around
one detent.
ii)*
Ensure top of locking key lines up with
fixing teeth on foot body.
iv)

33
33
!
!
Ensure that Locking Key is set in
a fixed position, as shown in Fig.D
(on previous page).
Locking key should be flush with
top of the board.
Check fit of tray
& skirt match.
! Remove skirt.
!
Mix a stiff 5/1 composition of sand and
cement or use ready-mixed prepared to
manufacturers instructions.
!
Do not mix cement on board itself to
prevent excess moisture ingress. Take
! precautions when handling cement /
mortar.
Thoroughly mix and spread with high
spots to contact tray underside - ensure
all of the tray well is fully supported.

Tray Preparation:
34
Liberally apply silicone sealant to back
of tray. Only apply to the area where
is it positioned against the wall.

35
36
!
Apply a silicone
sealant and PTFE
tape as required.
Ensure tray is correctly
positioned and level.
Thoroughly seal tray
to wall.

37
5mm 5mm
Ensure silicone sealant thoroughly
seals junction of tiles and tray.
5mm 5mm
!
!
Tile down to Tray surface leaving a
5mm gap for sealing.
!
Once silicone & mortar is
dry water test the waste
for drainage.

39 Refit skirt & silicone seat skirt to
!
floor, tray & walls for security

Notes: