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4.
Avoid routing the high level hot feed pipe upward to the same level
as the cold tank (for example, into loft space) as air locks may result.
5.
Do not solder supply pipework connected to the shower unit as
heat transfer may damage plastic components.
6.
Do not use jointing compounds on the shower unit joints, they
may cause damage to the mechanism inside.
7.
Do not insert fingers into the push fit connections.
8.
The supply pipe ends must be free from burrs, as these will
damage the push fit seals.
9.
Do not use stainless steel piping for inlet pipework.
10. If plated tubing is used for inlet pipework remove the plating from
the last 25 mm of the tube to ensure a good seal.
11. 15 mm polythene plastic pipe suitable for hot water may be used
to supply the shower unit, but internal pipe supports must be used.
12. Supplies must be thoroughly flushed to remove any debris before
connecting the shower unit.
13. Fit non-restrictive (free-flowing) isolating valves in the inlet
pipework to the appliance. Ensure valves can be accessed easily.
Thermostatic Power Shower
Warning! Do not fix the shower unit to the wall until plumbing and
electrical installations have been completed.
1.
Decide on a suitable location for
the shower unit avoiding buried
cables and pipes. The unit should
be positioned at a height
convenient for all the family (at
least 200 mm below the ceiling to
allow for the fitting and removal of
the unit cover).
The handset should spray away
from the shower unit, either down
the centre line of the bath or across
the shower cubicle opening. Ensure
that, when the hose retaining ring is
placed on the lowest position on the
slide bar, the handset does not fall
Spillover level
12
Hose Retaining Ring
25 mm Minimum
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