Summary of Contents for Norcros Triton Shower tower
- Page 1 Shower Tower manual mixer Installation and Operating Instructions NSTALLERS PLEASE NOTE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO BE LEFT WITH THE USER 2180363B Feb 2003...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Shower tower CONTENTS Page Introduction Safety warnings Main components Site requirements Typical installations 4 - 5 Preparing the mixer valve Siting of shower Installation 6 - 8 Using the mixer control lever Using the diverter valves Adjusting the sprayhead Maintenance Spare parts Fault finding 12 - 13... -
Page 3: Introduction
Shower tower INTRODUCTION SAFETY WARNINGS This book contains all the necessary fitting and Layout and sizing of pipework must be such operating instructions for your Triton Shower that when other services are used, pressures Tower manual mixer shower. Please read them at the shower control inlets DO NOT fall carefully. -
Page 4: Main Components
Shower tower MAIN COMPONENTS Fig.2 Thank you for purchasing our high quality Showertower product. Check components and quantity body before installation. In the unlikely event of anything being amiss, please contact Triton Customer Service. Fixed head Pack contents Handset Showertower body - 1 off Fixed head - 1 off Handset and hose - 1 off Handset... -
Page 5: Site Requirements
Shower tower SITE REQUIREMENTS Water temperature requirements Recommended maximum 65°C. The installation must be in accordance with Water Regulations and Byelaws. BS6700 recommends the temperature of stored water should never exceed 65°C. Minimum running water pressure: 0.5 bar A stored water temperature of 60°C is Maximum running water pressure: 6 bar considered sufficient to meet all normal Maximum static water pressure:... -
Page 6: Typical Installations
Shower tower TYPICAL SUITABLE INSTALLATIONS Fig.2 diagrammatic view – not to scale) a) Instantaneous gas-heated systems, e.g. combination boilers (fig.2) The shower tower can be installed with a multipoint gas water heater or combination Shower boiler of a fully modulating design (i.e. to tower maintain relatively stable hot water temperatures). - Page 7 Shower tower c) High output thermal store systems Fig.4 (fig.4) diagrammatic view Packages of this type, fitted with a blender valve – not to scale) can be used. A drop tight pressure reducing valve MUST be fitted if the supply pressures exceed 6 bar running.
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Page 8: Siting Of Shower
Shower tower SITING OF THE SHOWER Fig.7 ( diagrammatic view – not to scale) WARNING! THE SHOWER MUST NOT BE POSITIONED WHERE IT WILL BE SUBJECT TO FREEZING CONDITIONS. Refer to fig.7 for correct siting of the shower. Position the shower on the wall so that all Height of controls can be comfortably reached whilst sprayhead... - Page 9 Shower tower Instantaneous Gas Water Heaters 1/2" BSP female fittings In order to ensure the optimum performance from the shower when connected to an instantaneous water heater, the appliance must be capable of raising the temperature of the incoming water to a minimum of 52°C and delivering a flow rate of not less than eight litres per minute.
- Page 10 Shower tower Secure the hanging brackets to the wall using the screws supplied (fig.11). Fitting the shower tower body Wrap the supplied elbow threads with PTFE tape and connect them to the hot and the cold water pipes. Tighten to prevent leaking and ensure the elbows face upwards (fig.12).
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Page 11: Using The Mixer Control Lever
Shower tower USING THE MIXER CONTROL LEVER Fig.15 Lift the lever up and water will flow from the outlets, depending which has been selected via the diverter valve. Press the lever down and the water flow will cease (fig.17). To obtain hot water turn the lever to the left. To obtain cooler water turn the lever to the right (fig.18). -
Page 12: Adjusting The Sprayhead
Shower tower ADJUSTING THE SPRAYHEAD Fig.20 Five sprayhead patterns are available (fig.20). Adjustment is by turning the bezel on the sprayhead in either direction until the desired pattern is obtained. MAINTENANCE Clean the unit frequently and regularly with clean water or mild liquid detergent then rinse with clean water, and dry it with soft cotton cloth. -
Page 13: Spare Parts
Shower tower SPARE PARTS Ref. Description Part No. 1 Showerhead 7993102 2 Handle cover – fixed head 7993089 3 Handle cover – body jets 7993090 4 Handle cover – handset 7993091 5 Handle 6 One-way jet 7993103 7 Two-way jet 7993104 8 PVC hose 7993100... -
Page 14: Fault Finding
Shower tower FAULT FINDING The following can be carried out by a competent person Problem/Symptom Cause Action/Cure 1 Water too hot. 1.1 Not enough cold 1.1.1 Turn temperature control anti-clockwise. water flowing through shower. 1.2 Increase in the 1.2.1 Turn temperature control anti-clockwise. ambient cold water temperature. - Page 15 Shower tower FAULT FINDING The following is recommended for a professional qualified installer only Problem/Symptom Cause Action/Cure 4 Water too cold 4.1 Running pressure in 4.1.1 Fit a pressure reducing valve. excess of maximum recommended. 5 Shower 5.1 Running pressure in 5.1.1 Fit a pressure reducing valve controls noisy excess of maximum...
- Page 16 R I T O N T A N D A R D U A R A N T E E Triton Plc guarantee this product against all neglect; c) any malfunction resulting from the mechanical defects arising from faulty incorrect use or quality of gas or water or workmanship or materials for a period of one year incorrect setting of controls;...