Do-it-yourself connection of the shower cabin to the sewer: instructions

If you decide to purchase new plumbing in the bathroom, then you need to approach this very seriously. Since today there are a huge number of specialized stores, there are plenty to choose from. Buying cheap plumbing can lead to big waste in the future, so it is best to purchase high-quality and reliable equipment. At the same time, you can save if you do all the installation work yourself. We will talk about how to connect the shower cabin to the sewage system with our own hands, we will talk further.

What will be required during the installation process?

Before proceeding directly to installation, it is recommended that you first familiarize yourself with the instructions for the shower, as well as prepare everything you need. As for the equipment, you will need a screwdriver, a set of keys, pliers and a building level.

Depending on the design features of the sanitary equipment, the following materials may be required:

• siphon;
• sealing tape ;
• corrugated pipe;
• rubber hoses of the required length;
• sewage pump;
• silicone sealant.

It is worth noting that the connection of the shower cabin to the sewer with your own hands can be carried out at various distances from the communications equipment. The distance should be taken into account, since the type of corrugation depends on it. If the cabin will be in close proximity to the bell, then a pipe with a diameter of 40 millimeters is quite suitable. The greater the distance, the correspondingly, and the diameter of the corrugation should be larger.

A few words about the siphon

The choice of a siphon should be given no less attention than a shower cabin. Not only the efficiency of the discharge of dirty water into the sewage system, but also the presence or absence of unpleasant odors in the bathroom depends on its quality . A siphon is a bent pipe, due to the design features of which a part of the water remains in it. "Fragrances" from the sewer do not penetrate the room due to the water seal.

Varieties of siphons

There are several varieties of siphons that differ in their design features.

The shower cabin is connected to the sewage system through drain siphons, which are divided into the following types:

• Knee - have an S- or U-shaped design, and are also equipped with a special hole that allows you to clean it without disassembling the entire structure.
• Corrugated - are the most universal, because they can be given any shape. The main disadvantage is the high sensitivity to temperature extremes.
• Bottle - have a cylindrical shape resembling a bottle, due to which, in fact, they got their name. Among the advantages of this variety of siphons, a simple design can be distinguished. The main disadvantage is the large size, which can cause difficulties during installation.
• Floor drain - they are built into the shower tray with sides with a height of 80 to 200 mm.

It is worth noting that on sale you can find modern models of siphons equipped with a function to automatically open / close the drain hole. They will be an excellent choice if the apartment has 90x90 showers with a high tray.

What to look for when choosing a siphon?

When choosing a siphon, the following nuances must be taken into account:

1. The diameter of the siphon must correspond to the diameter of the drain hole of the pan.
2. Equipment throughput. If the siphon has a diameter of 52 or 62 millimeters, then the water level in the pan should not rise above 12 centimeters, and with a diameter of 90 mm - 15 centimeters.
3. The cleaning method. This is an equally important criterion, since it should be convenient to care for the siphon. It is better to buy models that allow you to clean the drain channel without analyzing the entire structure.

It is worth noting that it is forbidden to clean the siphon with compressed air, since high pressure can lead to depressurization and leakage.

Connection of a shower cabin to the sewerage system

So, how to connect a shower cabin to the sewerage? Many people who do not have experience in carrying out such work are puzzling over this issue. First of all, it is necessary to determine where the plumbing equipment will be installed. It should not be too far from communications. The bathroom needs a good ventilation system so that excess humidity does not accumulate in the room. In addition, the cab must be installed at right angles, otherwise it will not work to create good tightness.

Pallet installation

Do-it-yourself connection of the shower cabin to the sewer begins with the installation of a pallet. Most modern plumbing fixtures are equipped with acrylic pallets with adjustable legs and comfortable brackets. Their only drawback is that they have low stiffness in the central part of the frame. Therefore, during the installation process, it is necessary to set the pallets in order to evenly distribute the pressure over the entire area.

With ceramic structures, things are much simpler, since their installation is less time-consuming. But these models can impede access to the siphon, therefore, during installation, some nuances must be taken into account.

The installation instructions for the shower cabin with ceramic tray are as follows:

1. The design should be installed so that the drain hole is as close as possible to the sewage system.
2. To avoid mistakes during the installation process, draw with a pencil the borders and the location of the drain.
3. A hole for a siphon and a drain pipe is cut out in the floor.
4. At the edges are fixed wooden slats.
5. Two layers of PVA glue are applied to the installation site. In this case, the second layer should be applied only after the first is completely dry.
6. Siphon installation in progress.
7. The pallet is placed on a cement mortar.
8. After the solution solidifies, the shower cabin is connected to the sewer.
9. All joints are sealed.

If you plan to install the pallet on the frame, it is recommended that you first check its rigidity so that it can support the weight of the equipment and people. Therefore, it is better to strengthen the structure with the help of additional power elements.

Siphon installation

Connecting a shower cabin to the sewer with your own hands does not require any special knowledge or skills. Complete with the equipment is a detailed installation instruction, following which you can easily cope with everything.

If all of a sudden there was no such instruction, then simply perform the installation in the following sequence:

1. Turn the pallet upside down.
2. Establish limiters on power elements and put them on hairpins.
3. Install the siphon into the seat, lock it and connect with the drain hose.
4. Level the frame. At the same time, it should be higher by approximately 20-30 millimeters than the lowest point of the siphon.
5. Tighten the fixing nuts.
6. Place the pallet in a pre-prepared place and adjust its legs so that it does not stagger.

It is worth noting that 90x90 shower cabins with a high tray are connected to the sewer in a similar way.

Drain installation

After installing the plumbing equipment and the pallet, it is necessary to connect to the sewage system.

In this case, regardless of whether you have a shower corner 90x90 cm or any other size, all work is performed in the following order:

1. A mesh is installed in the drain hole to prevent the siphon from clogging.
2. The tee is connected and fixed with a fixing bolt.
3. The siphon is being installed. To prevent leaks, the joints are covered with silicone sealant.
4. The drain hose is connected to the sewer.

At the final stage, a control flush of water is performed to ensure that there are no leaks.

Water supply system

When the drain is installed, the shower cabin (the sewerage connection diagram is included) is connected to the water supply.

All work is performed in the following order:

1. Pipes are connected to the shower cabin.
2. A pressure check is performed in the water system. It must be at least 15 bar. If the pressure is too low, a storage tank with a water pump will be required.
3. The water supply is shut off, after which air is discharged from the system.
4. Pipes are connected to plumbing equipment using flexible hoses.
5. Turn on the water supply and open the taps to make sure all connections are tight.

According to this instruction, a 90x90 cm shower enclosure, like any other size, is connected to the water supply system. The order of work is standard regardless of the manufacturer, model and design features of plumbing equipment. The most important thing is not to forget to adhere to safety precautions.

Conclusion

So, at your place there is a shower cabin. Water and sewage supply is a very important stage, which should be given no less attention than the choice of plumbing. If the installation work is not performed correctly, then you can flood the neighbors, which will hit the family budget a lot, and it will not be too comfortable to use the shower. If you strictly follow the tips and recommendations discussed in this article, you can easily cope with everything.

In conclusion, it should be noted: do not try to save on components, since parts for shower cabins are of low quality and wear out much faster. Therefore, it is better to immediately purchase reliable components and not be afraid that they will quickly fail and begin to leak water. It will be much cheaper than compensating the damage to your neighbors living under you.