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Installation Preparation:
All parts should be removed from their packaging and inspected for any transport damage prior to installation.
Before installing the new mixer it is essential that you thoroughly flush through the supply pipes in order to remove
any remaining solder, swarf or impurities from your system. Failure to carry out this simple procedure could cause
problems or damage to the workings of the mixertap.
We strongly recommend installing particle filters and isolation valves to both the hot and cold feed pipes in an
accessible position. This will help to prevent premature failure of the valves and ease any future maintenance.
This mixertap requires a 35mm∅ tap hole, if replacing an existing tap, remove the tap & clean the end of the feed
pipes using wire wool the tap hole area should be free from dirt and sealant. note the tap must not pass through a
surface thicker than 40mm.
Shut off your water heating system and ensure that your mains stopcock is closed. Open the lowest hot and cold
taps in the house and allow the water to run until the cold-water storage tank and pipes are fully empty. Please
note, the hot water storage cylinder (if applicable) will always remain full.
Loosely position the tap and tail pipes to check if any alteration to the existing pipework is required, if this is the
case do this now.
Stage 1 – install the tap:
1. Screw the hollow fixing stud (G) into the base of the tap (A) using a spanner or 6mm allen key. Note:
drawing identifies water inlets.
2. Screw the hot and cold tail pipes (I & H) into the base of the tap.
3. Place the upper seal (C) on to the base of the tap (A).
4. Place the tap centrally and straight to the tap hole, passing the hollow fixing stud (G) and tail pipes (I & H)
through the sink.
5. Pass the rubber horseshoe (E) then the metal horseshoe (F) over the hollow fixing stud (G). Note: if the
tap is to be fitted to a stainless steel sink then the white triangular plate (D) can be fitted where shown to
improve the stability of the tap.
6. Using a spanner tighten fixing nut (J) onto the hollow fixing stud (G), a box spanner or small basin wrench
will help if one is available.
7. Place the fibre washer (K) into adaptor (L), then tighten the adaptor (L) onto the end of the hollow fixing
stud (G).
8. Attach the hot water tail pipe (I) to the water feed pipe using 15mm compression or end feed joints. Note:
the tail pipes can be carefully bent to give more space to allow these fittings to be attached.
9. Using compression nuts (T) and olives (U) connect the 3-way tee (V) as shown to the cold water tail pipe
(H).
Stage 2 – install the filter:
1. Locate a convenient position to install the filter (P), remembering that it must be accessible when it is changed.
2. Using compression nuts (T) and olives (U) connect the 3-way tee (V) as shown to the cold water supply pipe.
3. Screw the filter bracket (R) to the cupboard wall using screws (Q), if attaching the bracket to an interior wall use
rawl plugs also.
4. Remove the dust caps from the ends of the filter (P) and write the installation date onto its label. Firmly push the
pushfit connectors (O) onto each end of the filter.
5. Clip the filter (P) into its bracket (R) noting the direction of flow through it. The filter (P) should be mounted
vertically.
6. Screw the pushfit connector (M) into the adaptor nut (L). Note we suggest using PTFE tape on the tapered
thread of fitting (M), do not over tighten fitting (M) it will not be flush to adaptor (L) when in a sealed position.
7. Cut the blue flexible pipe (N) so it is slightly longer than the required lengths to and from the filter unit. When
cutting the pipe use a sharp Stanley knife, ensuring that the pipe is cut cleanly and square at all ends.
8. Firmly push the blue pipe (N) apx. 12mm into the pushfit connector (M) and push fit connector (O).
9. Firmly push the blue pipe (N) into pushfit connector (O) and the valve pushfit adaptor (S).
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