Swanstone BK-326072 - Installation - Manual (Page 5)

Cutting Hazard
The installation of the Swanstone product may
require using power tools. Keep hands away
from the cutting edge of any tool used in the
installation of our product. Placing fingers in or around
the cutting blades could result in serious personal injury.
Sharp Edge Hazard
After cutting the edge of a Swanstone panel, it
can be sharp. Wear protective gloves to
prevent personal injury.
Room Temperature
Allow the Swanstone panels and
silicone sealants to adjust to room
temperature for at least six hours
before installation. The panels should be installed at
temperatures not less than 65 degrees. Panels should
not be installed in areas where the temperature may
drop below freezing (32° F). Failure to follow this
recommendation could adversely affect the silicone
sealants which holds the panels to the wall. If the
panels are not correctly adhered to the walls, they may
fall off, causing possible injury to someone in or around
the shower enclosure.
Grab Bars
We recommend that shower compartments be
equipped with support grab bars that comply
with the most recent edition of ANSI-A117.1
requirements. Grab bars must be anchored to structural
support (wall studs) behind the panels. Do not rely on
the panels only for grab bar support!
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious
injury or death.
Eye Protection
Be sure to use all personal protective
equipment to ensure your own safety. To avoid
eye injury, always wear protective glasses with
side shields when using power tools. Also, make sure
no one else can be injured by flying particles when using
power tools.
Fire Hazard
Personal injury or death can
result from a fire caused by
flammable liquids or silicone
sealants. Cleaners or solvents can be highly explosive,
resulting in personal injury or even death, when not used
properly. Clean up any flammable substance
immediately. Sparks or open flames can cause
flammable substances to ignite. DO NOT smoke while
working on or near any flammable substance.
Solvents Hazard
Follow all manufacturer’s safety instructions for
silicone sealants and denatured alcohol.
Alcohol vapors are both flammable and
hazardous to breathe. Silicone vapors may irritate eyes
and nose. Personal injury can result from improperly
handling or use of products such as denatured alcohol.
Always follow the manufacturers recommendations for
the safe use of these products. Ventilate any work area
before beginning to apply silicone sealants, cleaning
agents, or solvents.
Fumes Hazard
The fumes from the silicone sealants
and solvents used by the installer can
be harmful if used in an unventilated
room. Always work in a well-ventilated area.
Dust Hazard
When cutting or drilling the Swanstone
product, use a dust collection method
which prevents dust particles from
going into the air. Always work in a well-ventilated area.
Always use an OSHA approved dust mask when cutting,
drilling, or sanding Swanstone products.
WARNING
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