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WATER-SAVING DIGITAL SHOWER INSTALLATION GUIDE WARMING UP For a cleaner conscience...
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Triton Xerophyte The Triton Xerophyte has been designed to incorporate innovative water conservation features, while at the same time delivering outstanding performance for the best possible shower...
Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit to any form of tap or fitting not recommended by the manufacturer. The Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit MUST be installed as close as possible to the shower outlet. The length of pipework from the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit to the outlet fitting MUST NOT exceed...
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The Triton Xerophyte MUST be connected to a residual current device circuit breaker in accordance with current wiring regulations. If the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit is to be installed within a bath or shower room the electrical installation MUST conform to SANS 10142-1: 2017 (Edition 2).
Dimensions Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit (Including Wall Fixing Bracket) Professional Installer Notes On premises with metallic surfaces e.g. metal ceiling panels, metal ducting and metallic insulating materials, we recommend wired connection, as wireless transmissions MAY BE BLOCKED from the Controller Unit and thus prevent correct operation of...
32°C - 47°C* Adjustment Range Splashproof rating IP24 *MaximumTemperature setting can be adjusted between 41°C and 47°C (factory set at 47°C). **The Triton Xerophyte Mixer Shower is supplied with 15mm push-fit connectors, DO NOT use any other type of fitting.
Main Components 1. Mixer Unit Cover 8. Controller Unit 2. Mixer Unit Fixing Positions 9. Controller Unit Fixing Bracket 3. Mixer Unit AC Power Lead 10. 10m Data Cable 4. 15mm Push-Fit Connectors with Isolating 11. Circulation Loop Valves 12. 15mm Push-Fit Straight Connector 5.
So it is important to ensure that the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit is installed in a position that will minimise the length of pipe running between the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit outlet and the showerhead/accessory fittings.
Interference from other wirelessly controlled devices and radio signals can dramatically reduce the ability of the wireless Triton Xerophyte Shower Mixer to maintain a good, consistent wireless signal. This may include mobile phones, cordless phones, radio- controlled toys, wireless doorbells, etc.
Typical Suitable Installations High-Pressure Instantaneous Hot Water System Installation The Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit MUST be installed with a multipoint on-demand gas water heater of a fully modulating design (i.e. where the water draw-off rate indirectly controls the gas flow rate to the burner).
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On-demand gas heaters are not always able to supply an adequate flow rate of hot water, particularly in winter. Triton recommends fitting a flow regulator (supplied with the shower) into the hot inlet of the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit before installation. Refer to the table for details (see Fig 2).
Typical Suitable Installations High-Pressure Unvented Mains Fig 3 Mixer Unit Pressure Cylinder Installation For systems with no cold water take off after the appliance reducing valve, it will Safety devices not shown be necessary to fit an additional drop Circulation Loop tight pressure reducing valve when the mains pressure is over 500kPa (5 bar).
Typical Suitable Installations High-Pressure Thermal Store Fig 4 Systems Installation The high-pressure system MUST be fitted Mixer Unit with a tempering valve (blender valve). The appliance MUST be capable of raising Circulation loop the temperature of the incoming water to a minimum of 55°C and delivering a flow Hot water rate of not less than 8 L/minute.
IMPORTANT: Pipework layouts and connections MUST be such that other draw-offs will not affect water supplies to the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit, shared supplies may lead to air locking or water starvation. It is, therefore, essential to have independent hot and cold supplies to the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit.
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Installations General installation Guidelines Ensure sufficient space is left surrounding Hot & the Mixer unit to allow for pipework, The Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit MUST only be connections and maintenance Cold positioned as shown. Inlets The Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit can be mounted on a horizontal surface in any orientation (Fig 6).
If the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit is installed in the ceiling above the shower, the following requirements MUST be met for future servicing purposes: a. There MUST be no risk of the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit or water pipe becoming frozen or overheating ( > 40 °C) in hot summers.
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If not completely removed, the collet will not grip the pipe and under pressure, the pipe may be forced out. Before completing the connection of the water supplies to the inlets of the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit, flush out the pipework to remove all swarf and system debris.
Electrical installation may only be carried out by a qualified person. Electrical connections The Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit MUST be connected to a means for disconnection from the main electrical circuit. The Triton Xerophyte MUST be connected to a residual current device circuit breaker in accordance with current wiring regulations (Fig 12).
Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit in a position where communication with the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit is poor e.g installed under a metal bath, in front of a metal cistern, on foil backed plasterboard, outside of the 10-metre range.
When connecting the Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit to the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit using the data cable, the first operation is to connect the data cable (ferrite end, see Fig 13) to the triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit. On the ends of both the data cable and Mixer, the data cable connector are screw connectors, which provide a watertight seal.
Controller Installation If installing the Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit onto a tiled wall, always mount the fixing bracket on the surface of the tiles. NEVER tile up to the Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit. Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit fitting (Wired Connectivity Only) Remove the battery compartment cover on the rear of the Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit by undoing the two fixing screws (Fig 17).
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Replace the battery compartment cover and secure it in place using the two fixing screws previously removed. Ensure that the battery compartment cover sits flush with the rear housing of the Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit and that both retaining screws are tight (Fig 20).
Triton Xerophyte Controller Installation Attach the Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit to the fixing bracket. Whilst doing so push the excess data cable/data cable connection lead through the hole within the fixing bracket, and back into the wall cavity. Fit Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit cut-outs over the bracket fixing lugs (Fig 23) and slide down Controller Unit into place.
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Flat Batteries must be replaced with new batteries Fig 25 Make sure the fitting of the batteries is done correctly, otherwise the PCB within the Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit could be damaged. Replace the battery compartment cover and secure it in place using the two fixing screws previously removed.
Controller Unit screen. The purpose is the enable the installer to hold their hand under the shower outlet to verify that the Triton Xerophyte is functioning correctly. While the Triton Xerophyte Shower Mixer is in commissioning mode all other functionality is locked out. Before commencing the commissioning process you MUST first ensure that the isolating valves on the hot and cold inlets are fully open (Fig 11) and then turn on the water supplies and check the entire installation for water leaks.
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If the symbols in Fig 26 continue to be displayed, then the Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit will need to be relocated. It is crucial for efficient and trouble-free operations to ensure that there is a strong and consistent wireless signal connecting the Triton Xerophyte Controller Unit and Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit.
Quick Start WARMING UP ºC TO START SWITCH ON SHOWER TIMER START SHOWER SHOWER TEMPERATURE Press to warm-up. A During showering, the Press to start. You can adjust the beep sounds when the remaining time is displayed water temperature at The target temperature shower is ready (mins/secs)
General Maintenance If the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit is dismantled for any reason during servicing or maintenance, then it MUST be inspected to ensure there are no leaks. Following maintenance or servicing it is recommended to repeat the commissioning procedure to ensure no air has become trapped during the work.
(wireless only). Guide. Check if isolating valves are fully open. Refer to Inlet isolating valves are not ‘Triton Xerophyte Mixer Installation’ of this Guide. fully open. Check for a blockage in inlet filters and check Inlet filters or check valves valves, refer to ‘Cleaning the inlet filters’...
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Flow settings too rate. ‘Adjust the Flow’ section in the User Guide. low. Check if isolating valves are fully open. Refer to ‘Triton Xerophyte Inlet isolating valves Mixer Installation’ of this Guide. are not fully open. Check for a blockage in inlet filters and check valves, refer to Inlet filters or check ‘Cleaning the inlet filters’...
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Check that water is available to the shower when other outlets are in use. The Triton Xerophyte will inform you if there is a problem with the hot water supply. Refer to the ‘Display Screens’ section in the User Guide. Either, wait for stored water to reach temperature or cancel the warm-up cycle by pressing the play button.
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First check that the installation complies Xerophyte Mixer Unit. with the Installation section of this Guide, then prime to remove air from the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit. Once the air has been removed, initiate the Triton Xerophyte Mixer Unit commissioning procedure as outlined in the “Commissioning”...
Retrofitting Options No need to remodel your bathroom to install the Triton Xerophyte. Retrofitting your existing shower with a Triton Xerophyte is simple with our two optional extra installation solutions. Option A Option B The optional Xerophyte Vanity Cover Our optional innovative ceiling-fed...
Disposal and Recycling Batteries Spent batteries should NOT be disposed of with your normal household waste. NEVER dispose of batteries in a fire as this may cause them to explode. ALWAYS dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner and in accordance with local regulations.
The date upon which you purchased your Triton Xerophyte (Note: if This guarantee applies only to products installed within Southern Africa your Triton Xerophyte is still under guarantee you will be asked to and does not apply to products used commercially. This guarantee does provide proof of purchase) not affect your statutory rights.
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Waterkloof Glen X8, Pretoria +27 (0) 12 348 5022 Email: info@iwsx.co.za Triton Showers is a division of Norcros Group (Holdings) Limited. Triton Showers, Triton Road, Nuneaton, Warwickshire CV11 4NR It is our policy to improve the design and specification of our products and we reserve the right to depart from the...
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