INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS: DEPENDA-BAR™
Please consider the following points to help decide how to install and
where to locate your Dependa-Bar™.
LOCATION DECISIONS
X:
Distance of vertical mast from front wall of bathtub (Figure 1.1).
Note that there are several options for this distance as detailed in
Figures 1.2, 1.3, & 1.4, however, this dimension may also be driven
by the location of suitable mounting structure within the wall, depend-
ing on your fastener choice. (i.e. you may need to locate in line with
the location of a wall stud)
Y:
Distance between top of bathtub to top of horizontal grab bar.
Typically this would be installed at 4”/10cm. from the top of the bath-
tub, however, it is suggested to determine if the resulting height of the
pivot rail bars are suitable for your use.
PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Consider the following factors for the proposed mounting location:
1. Locking Positions:
How many locking positions are required?
(See Figures 1.2, 1.3, 1.4)
2. Wall Studs:
Are you planning on screws into wall studs? Where
will this locate the Dependa-Bar™?
3. Pinch Points and Obstructions:
Ensure that for each of the rail
locking positions, that the rail is clear of shower structures,
and does not create undesirable pinch or entrapment points.
4. Access:
Ensure that proposed location allows adequate room
for user to stand up from bath bench, toilet, etc. Also ensure that
pivot mast can be reached easily when directly in front of user.
LOCATION OPTIONS DETAILED
Please note that the following locations may or may not be possible
if you are planning to secure into the wall studs: If there is any doubt
to your selection, you may make a non-load bearing installation test
using two sided tape or a small amount of removable adhesive such
as silicone. If the Dependa-Bar™ is to be secured to the wall board
alone, use of Wingits® fastening system is strongly recommended
(See www.wingits.com).
Position 1
(Figure 1.2: 5 Locking Positions)
If you desire the pivot rail to swing a full 180°, the vertical mast must
be installed at least 19”/ 48 cm from the front wall. This option allows
all angular positions of the rail, however, this may require the bath
bench to be located further back in the tub.
Position 2
(Figure 1.3: 4 Locking Positions)
If the user requires the bath bench closer to the shower controls, the
vertical mast can be installed at least 13” / 33cm from the front wall.
This position still allows the rail to lock at 135° to provide support
while using the controls, and comfortable space for using a bath seat.
Position 3
(Figure 1.4: 3 Locking Positions)
If the user requires the bath bench very close to the shower controls,
the vertical mast can be aligned within a small distance from the front
wall, as long as there is clear movement for the pivot rail.
18”
32”
X
Z
Z
Y
SHOWER CONTROLS
Figure 1.1: Installation Location Considerations
FIGURE 1.2: 5 Locking Positions
FIGURE 1.4: 3 Locking Positions
FIGURE 1.3: 4 Locking Positions
13”
19”
180°
90°
0°
135°
90°
90°
45°
45°
45°
135°
0°
Installed on left side.
SHOWER CONTROLS
Installed on right side.
