Summary of Contents for Kohler Mira Escape Thermostatic 9.0 kW J95Hb/c
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Mira Escape Thermostatic 9.0, 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 1060688-W2-P...
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. 3 x Case Inserts 1 x Olive 1 x Compression Nut 1 x Mira Escape Documentation 1 x Installation and User Guide 1 x Installation Template 1 x Guarantee and Registration Document Wiring Diagram...
Products manufactured by Kohler Mira Ltd are designed to be safe, provided that they are installed, used and maintained in good working order, in accordance with our instructions and recommendations.
Specifications Variant Plumbing Escape 9.0 Escape 9.8 Minimum Dynamic Pressure 70 kPa (0.7 bar) 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...
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Guarantee For domestic installations, Mira Showers guarantee the Mira Escape 9.0 kW and 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 Escape 9.0 kW and 9.8kW 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 Escape 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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Three case inserts are supplied with the Mira Escape, so that they can be trimmed to suit the supplies entering the product. Before fitting the cover, make sure that the case inserts are fitted. Thoroughly flush the mains-fed cold water supply pipe. The supply must be clean and free from debris BEFORE connecting the Mira Escape.
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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. Do not use alternative screws to secure the Cover.
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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 1060688-W2-P...
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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 Set control to ‘III’. The temperature will rise further. A d j u s t t e m p e r a t u r e a s Press STOP button, light on the required.
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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. 1060688-W2-P...
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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, light on the button comes on. Check water temperature before Set to desired position. entering shower. Allow 10 - 15 seconds for any temperature adjustments to reach the handset. Press STOP button, light on the button goes out.
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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. The Effect of Other Water Devices Example of how shower temperature stabilises due to pressure changes.
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 Power Heater...
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Symptom Power Heater Probable Cause Possible Remedy Light Flow Setting Light I / II / III (continued) Hose kinked or blocked Check hose and Unable to replace if necessary, select a see section - 'USER hot enough MAINTENANCE'. shower (cold Restriction in Select different only)
Symptom Power Heater Probable Cause Possible Remedy Light Flow Setting Light I / II / III Operation of Showerhead or inlet filter Remove and clean. t e m p e r a t u r e blocked. c o n t r o l h a s Inlet valve faulty.
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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.