Tyne Thermostatic bath shower mixer Installation Operating Instructions nstallers please note these InstructIons are to be left wIth the user 2180426D June 2006...
Fault finding 12 − 13 Guarantee, service policy, etc. rear cover To check the product suitability for commercial and multiple installations, please contact Triton’s specification advisory service before installation. Telephone: 0870 067 3767 Facsimile: 0870 067 3334 E mail: technical@tritonshowers.co.uk...
ImPORTanT: When installing this mixer with be fitted. For advice on the Triton scale a combination boiler or multipoint water inhibitor, please contact Customer Service. heater a flow regulator must be installed in DO nOT operate the mixer outside the unit.
Bath shower mixer SITe ReqUIRemenTS Water temperature requirements Maximum hot water temperature = 80°C The installation must be in accordance with Water Regulations and bylaws. Recommended maximum = 65°C Minimum hot water temperature = 52°C Running water pressure: Maximum cold water temperature = 20°C 1.0 bar min.
Bath shower mixer TyPICal SUITaBle InSTallaTIOnS Fig. diagrammatic view – not to scale) a) Instantaneous gas-heated systems, e.g. combination boilers (fig.) The mixer control MUST be installed with a multipoint gas water heater or combination boiler of a fully modulating design (i.e. Combination Mixer boiler...
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Bath shower mixer c) mains pressurised thermal Fig.4 store systems (fig.4) diagrammatic view – not to scale) Packages of this type, fitted with a tempering valve (blender valve) can be used. A drop tight Mixer pressure reducing valve MUST be fitted if the supply pressures exceed 5 bar running.
Bath shower mixer PRePaRInG THe mIXeR ValVe Fig. diagrammatic view – not to scale) Check the contents to make sure all parts are present. before starting the installation, make sure all the openings on the valve are carefully covered to prevent ingress of any debris, etc.
Bath shower mixer on the hot and cold water supplies to the Fig. shower as an independent means of isolating 150mm between inlet centres the water supplies should maintenance or servicing be necessary. When connecting the pipework, avoid using tight 90° elbows. Swept or formed bends will give the best performance.
Bath shower mixer wall plugs and an appropriate drill bit). Fig.0 Replace the mounting plate and secure using the fixing screws supplied. Slide the showerhead holder down onto the mounting plate (fig.0) until it clicks into place. HOSe anD SHOWeRHeaD Screw the flexible hose to the shower outlet and showerhead.
Bath shower mixer To adjust the maximum temperature Fig. override setting Remove the temperature control by removing the end cap and unscrewing the retaining screw (fig.). Turn the flow control fully anti-clockwise. With a steady flow running, adjust the temperature valve spindle (fig.3) until the temperature is about 38°C (turn right for cold and left for warm).
Bath shower mixer aDJUSTInG THe SHOWeRHeaD Fig. Five showerhead patterns are available (fig.). Adjust the spray pattern by turning the bezel on the showerhead in either direction until the desired pattern is obtained.
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Bath shower mixer CleanInG WaRnInG! DO nOT use abrasive or solvent cleaning DO nOT use ‘powerful’ abrasive fluids. The shower unit, riser rail, hose, or solvent cleaning fluids when etc. should be cleaned using a soft cloth and warm water. cleaning the shower as they may damage the plastic fittings.
.3. Turn temperature control anti-clockwise. cold water temperature. .4 Cold water supply .4. Turn off shower and consult a competent blocked. plumber or contact Triton Customer Service. . High volume of cold .. Reduce the simultaneous demand from water drawn off elsewhere. the supply.
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Bath shower mixer Bath shower mixer FaUlT FInDInG Problem/Symptom Cause Action/Cure 4.4 Showerhead blocked. 4.4. Clean showerhead. 4. System not capable of 4.. Reduce the simultaneous demand. supplying multiple outlets 4.. Ensure stop/service valves are fully open. at the same time. 4..3 Check if sufficient water pressure.