Gainsborough GSME Installation Manual

Exposed manual mixer valve with adjustable kit

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
EXPOSED MANUAL MIXER VALVE
WITH ADJUSTABLE KIT

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION GUIDE EXPOSED MANUAL MIXER VALVE WITH ADJUSTABLE KIT...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents General Information Tools Required (Tools not supplied)  Warranty Before You Start Water Supply Requirements Installation Shower Valve Components Shower Valve Installation Shower Kit Components Fitting the Shower Kit - Rail Assembly Cleaning the Cartridge User Instructions General Cleaning Troubleshooting General Information This product must be fitted in compliance with the UK Water Supply (Fittings) Regulations.
  • Page 3: Tools Required (Tools Not Supplied)

    In addition if you require replacement parts please contact the Gainsborough customer helpline on 01959 560760 for assistance. Warranty Gainsborough products are supplied complete with a 1 year guarantee that can be upgraded by registering this product with Gainsborough. For details see: www.gainsboroughshowers.co.uk/warranty...
  • Page 4: Water Supply Requirements

    Water Supply Requirements Hot Water Maximum: 65˚C Cold Water Minimum: 5˚C Recommended 60-65˚C Recommended 10-15˚C Always maintain a 10˚C difference between hot system temperature and maximum hot setting of valve. Operating Pressure Range: Min. 0.15 bar, Max. 5.0 bar Operating pressures: Hot and cold supplies must be equal pressures in order to ensure the maximum efficiency of the mixer.
  • Page 5: Installation

    Installation This product is suitable for concealed, falling and rising inlet supply pipes. Ensuring adequate provision to allow the water to discharge safely to waste, turn on the supplies to flush the system through. Attach pressure test equipment and pressure test the system in accordance with Water Supply Regulations.
  • Page 6 4. Temporarily fit the inlet elbows to the valve connections and the *mounting bracket to base of the valve. *Note: to fit the valve body to the mounting bracket, push and twist to engage the lugs. 5. Place valve body against the wall with elbows over the pipe tails and mark around the base where it sits on the wall.
  • Page 7 8. Without the elbows attached, fit the valve body to the *mounting bracket and place the elbow cover plates, fixing nuts and copper olives over the pipe tails. *Note: to fit the valve body to the mounting plate, push and twist to engage the lugs.
  • Page 8: Shower Kit Components

    Fitting the Shower Kit - Rail Assembly ADJUSTABLE SHOWER KIT DESCRIPTION Wall Plug Rail Fixing Bracket Wall Screw Rail End Cap Handset Holder Handset Riser Rail Hose Washer Shower Hose - 1.25m Using a level and tape measure prepare two fixing points 514mm vertically apart using fixings...
  • Page 9 2. Fit the handset holder to the rail. N.B. The handset holder button must be depressed whilst fitting. 3. Secure the upper rail bracket into position on the finished wall surface using the wall screw provided (if suitable). 4. Attach the lower rail bracket onto the rail and offer the rail into the top bracket ensuring that the slot of the rail locates onto the lug of the bracket.
  • Page 10: Cleaning The Cartridge

    Cleaning the Cartridge See image page 11. Before carrying out any maintenance, ensure the water supplies are isolated. Once isolated, turn the shower on to release internal pressure. If unsure contact a qualified tradesman. 2. Carefully remove the control handle cover cap by inserting a suitable tool and levering out.
  • Page 11 Cleaning the Cartridge See instructions page 10.
  • Page 12: User Instructions

    For cooler temperature - rotate anticlockwise. For warmer temperature - rotate clockwise. Note: with all Gainsborough shower valves fitted to combination boiler systems, it may be necessary to adjust the control lever and reduce the flow to achieve a comfortable showering temperature.
  • Page 13: General Cleaning

    General Cleaning Whilst modern plating techniques are used in the manufacture of these fittings, the plating will wear if not cleaned properly. The safest way to clean your product is to wipe with a soft damp cloth. Stains can be removed using washing up liquid. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Trouble Shooting Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Water leaking This is normal for a short time Adjust angle of shower head from shower after turning off. in holder as necessary to vary head. draining time. Clean shower head. Shower flow valve failing to Remove cartridge and check.
  • Page 15 Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Outlet water Mixer cartridge is partially Check cartridge for any temperature blocked. blockages and clean as too hot/cold. necessary. (See page 10). Installation conditions outside See Water Supply operating parameters. Requirements page 4. Refer to Cleaning the Cartridge section see page 10.
  • Page 16 Gainsborough Showers Customer Service Department The Flyers Way Westerham Kent TN16 1DE Aqualisa International Jan Palfijnstraat 26/002 Kortrijk Belgium 8500 Customer Helpline: 01959 560760 Fax: 01959 560030 Website: www.gainsboroughshowers.co.uk Email: enquiries@gainsboroughshowers.co.uk Warranty: www.gainsboroughshowers.co.uk/warranty Part No. 706103 Issue 01 Oct 21...

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