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- Page 1 THERMOSTATIC POWER SHOWER PRODUCT MANUAL INSTALLER Please leave this manual with the user for future reference to unit operation and maintenance. back...
- Page 2 INTRODUCTION Description The Thermostatic Power Shower is an all-in-one power shower with an integral mains voltage pump, with separate controls for flow and temperature. It features a 15mm dual entry push-fit manifold to enable the appliance to support various inlet supply configurations.
- Page 3 CONTENTS Check the contents of the box are included before installation. Thermostatic Power Shower 1 x Top Blank (Attached to rear case) 1 x Thermostatic Power Shower 1 x Bottom Blank (Attached to rear case) 2 x Blanking 3 x Fixing...
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Page 4: Specification
DIMENSIONS Thermostatic Power Shower 185mm 85mm 30mm 34mm 28mm 55mm 125mm SPECIFICATION General Shower unit duty cycle: 15 minutes on, 60 minutes off. Exceeding the units duty cycle The motor is fitted with a thermal cut out device, if temperatures become too high the device will cut the power to the motor but will self-reset once temperatures have normalised. -
Page 5: Plumbing Connections
Running in period For storage reasons the pump motor has a protective film on the motor contacts. This may produce a burning smell for a period of up to 5 days after installation, this is normal. Electrical Power supply 220-240V at 50Hz, fused at 3 Amps, via a double pole fused switch (not supplied) with a minimum 3mm contact separation in each contact. -
Page 6: Installation Requirements
Standards This Thermostatic Power Shower complies with all relevant directives for CE marking. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Gravity Fed system - The shower MUST be fed from a cold water cistern and hot water cylinder providing nominally equal pressure. Warning Pipe 25mm... -
Page 7: Installation
Avoid high-level hot feed pipe runs (may cause air locking) Isolating valves Cistern missing Other cold supply Hose retaining draw offs Vent ring missing pipe Cold (see Water Byelaws) supply Strained hose D.H.W. Side entry boss Other hot draw * Incorrect supply offs connections Schematic Installation - Incorrect... -
Page 8: Important Safety Information
DO NOT operate this Thermostatic Power Shower if it is frozen. Allow the unit to thaw before using again. If water leaks from the pressure relief valve, maintenance will be required before the Thermostatic Power Shower can be safely used. - Page 9 10. If any of the following conditions occur, isolate the electricity and water supplies and refer to “To contact us”, on the back page of this guide. If the cover is not correctly fitted and water has entered the unit case. If the case is damaged.
- Page 10 National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation and Contracting (NICEIC), throughout the UK. The Electrical Contractors Association (ECA), England and Wales. The Electrical Contractors Association of Scotland (ECAS). Plumbing The plumbing installation must comply with the requirements of UK Water Regulations/Bylaws (Scotland), Building Regulations or any particular regulations and practices, specified by the local water company or water undertakers.
- Page 11 Do not use compounds on the shower unit joints, they may cause damage to the mechanism inside. Do not insert fingers into the Push Fit connections. The supply pipe ends must be free from burrs, which, ifnot removed will damage the Push fit seals. If plated tubing is used for inlet pipework remove 25mm of plating to ensure good seal.
- Page 12 Thermostatic Power Shower Warning! Do not fix the shower unit to the wall until plumbing and electrical installations have been completed. Pull off inner temperature control, temperature indicator and outer flow control to reveal cover securing screw. Unscrew cover securing screw and lift cover from bottom to remove.
- Page 13 Ensure that the end of the supply pipework is cut squarely and free from Chamfer burrs, which will damage the inlet manifold seals. Chamfer the end of the pipe to assist insertion into the fitting and prevent tearing the ‘O’ seal. Locate base unit onto inlet supplies against the wall, in the chosen position.
- Page 14 Using the push-fit release/ lock tool, place twin bladed side on the face of the connectors and push grey collars into manifold to release from supply pipes. Drill wall and insert wall plug. The wall plugs supplied may not be suitable for the type of wall being fixed to.
- Page 15 13. Lock push-fit collars using the push-fit release/lock tool using the single end to lift the grey locking collars. 14. Insert 2 Blanking Plugs into unused inlets by pushing in firmly and lock using tool. 15. Before making any electrical connection turn on water supplies and check supply connections for leaks.
- Page 16 19. Fit blanking plate(s) into unused inlet(s) of case. Warning! Blanks should be fitted to stop access to inside of unit. 20. Refit cover by locating onto ridge on top of cover and push the bottom of cover against rear case. Refit cover retaining screw.
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Page 17: Priming The Unit
COMMISSIONING Priming the unit The unit must not be run dry. Before proceeding any further with the installation it is important to prime the pump assembly before switching on the electrical supply. Connect the flexible hose only to the shower outlet of the unit. -
Page 18: Maximum Temperature Setting
Maximum Temperature Setting It may be necessary to adjust the maximum temperature for site conditions to ensure safe showering from the unit. Ensure hot water temperature is at least 10°C above the required temperature from the unit. To reset the maximum outlet temperature the sequence below should be followed:- Turn outer flow control anticlockwise to full on. -
Page 19: Operation
OPERATION Thermostatic Power Shower For safety reasons this appliance is fitted with an adjustable maximum temperature setting. This must be checked and adjusted as necessary to suit both site conditions and user’s comfort. Turn the outer flow control knob until the desired flow of water is obtained. -
Page 20: Fault Finder
FAULT FINDER Malfunction Cause Remedy Maximum shower Incorrect setting of Reset maximum temperature too hot. maximum temperature. temperature. Shower temperature too Hot water cylinder Adjust cylinder cold. temperature less than temperature 10°C above shower (Recommended not to temperature, exceed 6O°C BS6700). Maximum temperature Reset maximum incorrectly set. - Page 21 Malfunction Cause Remedy Shower runs for a short Air is being sucked down Refer to system diagram time (30-60 seconds) the vent pipe, as the hot section “INSTALLATION then flow reduces, take off to the shower is REQUIREMENTS” for splutters or stops. too high up the pipe.
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Page 22: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Cleaning Many household cleaners contain abrasive and chemical substances, and should not be used for cleaning plated or plastic fittings. These finishes should be cleaned using a mild washing up detergent or soap solution, rinsed and then wiped dry with a soft cloth. Cleaning Inlet filters Warning! Isolate the electrical and water supplies before... -
Page 23: Spare Parts
SPARE PARTS Thermostatic Power Shower 209 72 Filter Pack 209 73 Screw Pack - components identified ‘A’ 209 75 Seal Kit - components identified ‘B’ 211 38 Thermostatic Valve Assy 209 79 Manifold Assy 419 49 PCB/Micro Switch Assy 419 50... -
Page 24: Customer Service Policy
Your product serial number or date mark(if available) may be useful to identify parts. Customer Service 01242 262888 Manufactured for Wickes in the U.K. The manufacturer reserve the right to alter product specifications without notice. P3577 May 2000...