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Mira Galena 9.8 kW For SPARES, ADVICE or REPAIRS please call us free on 0800 001 4040 (UK only) Installation and User Guide These instructions must be left with the user 1062246-W2-N...
Important Safety Information WARNING - This shower can deliver scalding temperatures, cause fire, electric shock or other personal injury if not operated, or maintained in accordance with the instructions, warnings and cautions contained in this guide and on the appliance. Please read the important safety information and the operation section of this guide before using the shower.
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9. Installation of the shower must be carried out in accordance with these instructions by qualified, competent personnel. Read all instructions before installing the shower. 10. DO NOT switch the shower on if water starts leaking from the shower case. Isolate the electrical supply to the shower immediately. 11.
Only Kohler Mira recommended accessories should be used. 23. DO NOT perform any unspecified modifications, or drill or cut holes in the product other than instructed by this guide.
Pack Contents Tick the appropriate boxes to familiarize yourself with the part names and to confirm that the parts are included. 1 x Olive 1 x Compression Nut 1 x Mira Galena Documentation 1 x Installation and User Guide 1 x Installation Template 1 x Guarantee and Registration Document Wiring Diagram Thermal Cutout...
An individual light indicates “START/STOP”. Mira Galena 9.8 kW The Mira Galena comes complete with a set of Mira Energise Shower Fittings. A 9.8 kW 240 V AC (9.0 kW 230 V AC) heater with Mira Energise adjustable spray handset with four different spray actions (start, soothe, force and eco*).
Specifications Variant Plumbing Galena 9.8 Minimum Dynamic Pressure 70 kPa (0.7 bar) Maximum Dynamic Pressure 500 kPa (5 bar) Maximum Static Pressure 1000 kPa (10 bar) Minimum Static Pressure 20 kPa (0.2 bar) Maximum Inlet Temperature 30°C Minimum Inlet Temperature 2°C Inlet Connection 1/2”...
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Guarantee For domestic installations, Mira Showers guarantee the Mira Galena 9.8 kW against any defect in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase (shower fittings for one year). For non-domestic installations, Mira Showers guarantee the Mira Galena 9.8 kW against any defect in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
Installation Requirements Plumbing 1. The plumbing installation must comply with all national or local water regulations and all relevant building regulations, or any particular regulation or practice specified by the local water supply company. 2. DO NOT use sealing compounds on any pipe fitting or joints. 3.
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17. A water treatment device should be installed where the water hardness may exceed 200 ppm. Malfunctions caused by excessive limescale formation are not covered by this shower’s guarantee (see back page for details). 18. The installation must not cause the hose to be sharply kinked during normal use.
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Electrical 1. The electrical installation must comply with BS 7671 (commonly referred to as the IEE Wiring Regulations) and all relevant building regulations, or any particular regulation or practice specified by the local electricity supply company. 2. Ensure that all circuit protection devices, switches and cabling is adequate for the rated current of the shower and that the rating of the electricity supply company fuse and the consumer unit are adequate for the additional demand.
Installation Installation of Mira Galena Warning! Turn off the electrical and water supplies before proceeding with the installation of the shower. The electricity must be turned off at the mains and the appropriate circuit fuse removed, if applicable. Note: An installation template is supplied to help you install the shower. Wall fixings are not supplied.
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Before fitting the cover, make sure that the appropriate cutouts have been removed to suit the supply entering the product. Thoroughly flush the mains-fed cold water supply pipe. The supply must be clean and free from debris BEFORE connecting the appliance. To flush the pipework, turn on the water supply and drain a minimum of 10 litres (2 gallons) of water into a bucket or catchment area.
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L = BROWN E = GREEN/YELLOW Firmly connect the conductors. Do not N = BLUE exert strain on the terminal block. Cover Retaining Screw Refit the Service Tunnel and Cover. Make sure they fit correctly. Do not overtighten screws. Caution! Handle the cover assembly with care.
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Holes For Cover Retaining Screws Case Insert Fixing Screw Terminal Block Heater Tank Electrical Supply Cable Inlet Connector Assembly Cold Water Supply Pipe (Bottom Entry) Service Tunnel 1062246-W2-N...
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Commissioning Before carrying out the commissioning procedure install the Shower Fittings, refer to the Shower Fittings Installation and User Guide. If you are unsure how an electric shower works, please read through the section “User Instructions” before continuing. Electrical supply is turned Turn control to full cold.
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0 - 10 Secs Turn control to full cold. Set control to ‘II’. The temperature will rise slightly. 5 - 10 Secs The temperature will rise further. Set control to ‘III’. Press STOP. Adjust temperature as required. Flow rate will adjust automatically. 0 - 5 Secs The shower will purge Residual water may drain...
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User Instructions How Your Electric Shower Works Heated water is produced by adjusting the flow of cold water passed through a heater tank. The shower has three heater settings. The warmer the shower, the lower the flow rate and vice versa. 1062246-W2-N...
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Thermostatic (Temperature-Stable) The shower's top priority is to keep the desired water temperature constant. Electric showers with thermostatic control are able to keep a stable temperature across the range from hot to cold, whilst also dealing with fluctuations in electrical and water supplies.
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Using your Shower Read the section “User Safety Information” first. Switch on electrical supply. Press the ‘Start/Stop’ button. Set to desired position. Check water temperature before entering shower. Allow 10 - 15 seconds for any temperature adjustments to reach the handset. P r e s s S TO P b u t t o n .
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The Effect of Seasonal Changes * * * For a cold shower select I. For a summer warm shower select II. For a winter warm shower select III. During extremes of mains water supply temperature, adjust heater setting to obtain a better showering temperature.
Fault Diagnosis The trouble shooting information tabled below gives details on probable causes and remedies should difficulties be encountered whilst the shower is in operation. Warning! There are no user serviceable components beneath the cover of the appliance. Only a competent tradesperson should remove the front cover! Symptom Start/ Heater...
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Symptom Start/ Heater Probable Cause Possible Remedy Stop Setting Light I / II / III H a n d s e t Insufficient wa ter sup p l y The minimum static pressure dripping pressure for shut off. to ensure shut off and prevent dripping is 0.2 bar.
Symptom Start/ Heater Probable Cause Possible Remedy Stop Setting Light I / II / III No change in I n s u ff i c i e n t m a i n s w a t e r Contact local water company. t e m p e r a t u r e pressure.
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Cleaning Always read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION for your shower. Cleaning the showerhead Many household and commercial cleaners, including hand and surface cleaning wipes contain abrasive and chemical substances that can damage plastics, plating and printing and should not be used. These finishes should be cleaned with a mild washing up detergent or soap solution, and then wiped dry using a soft cloth.
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Servicing Warning! There are no user serviceable parts inside the shower. Servicing of the shower must only be carried out by qualified, competent personnel following the instructions provided in this guide and those provided with any spare part. Before replacing any parts, ensure that the underlying cause of the malfunction has been resolved.