Installation and operating instructions electric shower
Contents
1. 1 Terminal block 6 Thermal cut out main 2 Earth post 7 Thermal cut out outlet 3 Control PCB 8 Connector socket 4 Power PCB 9 Element 5 Solenoid valve 27 Fig 13 Terminal block Z Fig 14 Valve spindle t e Fig 15 Temperature control set at minimum flow setting COMMISSIONING WARNING Before normal operation of the shower it is essential the following commissioning procedure is completed correctly At this stage temporarily fit the cover in order to carry out the commissioning procedure The first operation of the shower is intended to flush out any remaining unit debris and to make sure the heater unit contains water before the elements are switched on Refit the trimplate Turn the valve spindle fully clockwise until the spindle hits the stop fig 14 DO NOT force the spindle Turn the temperature control on the cover to the minimum flow position fig 15 Offer the cover to the unit IMPORTANT Do not connect the 10 way ribbon cable at this stage Carefully locate the cover onto the backplate and make sure the wires are not trapped Guide the cover into position so that the control spindle locates correctly minor adjustment may be necessary to align the control and spindle Should any difficulty arise recheck the points above While applying slight pressure to t2. Should any difficulty arise recheck the points above While applying slight pressure to the front cover secure in place using the three retaining screws Kito electric shower OPERATING THE SHOWER WARNING Before normal operation of the shower it is essential the following commissioning procedure is completed correctly When the electricity supply to the shower is switched on at the isolating switch the POWER indicator will light To start the shower Press the START STOP button and water will begin to flow Note The default start up setting is the HIGH setting To stop the shower Press the START STOP button and the phased shutdown will begin Water will cease to flow after a few seconds To use the control buttons There are two control buttons HIGH ECONOMY and COLD fig 20 The upper button is for switching between the HIGH and ECONOMY power setting The HIGH setting allows the highest flow achievable for your preferred temperature This setting should normally be regarded as optimum shower performance throughout the year The ECONOMY setting uses less energy when the ambient mains water temperature is high during hot months Note When starting the shower the default setting is HIGH The upper button alternates between the two settings Press the button once to select the ECONOMY setting press the button again to reselect HIGH Temperature adjustment at this setting is via
3. trouble free life from your shower SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Nominal power Nominal power rating at 240V rating at 230V 9 5kW 40A MCB rating 8 7kW 40A MCB rating 10 5kW 45A MCB rating 9 6kW 40 MCB rating Water Inlet connection 15 mm diameter Outlet connection 2 BSP male thread Entry Points Water Right bottom back bottom bottom right Cable Right middle back top Materials Backplate cover controls showerhead ABS Sprayplate Acetal Elements Minerally insulated corrosion resistant metal sheathing Dimensions Height 308mm Width 211mm Depth 95mm Standards and Approvals Splashproof rating IPX4 Complies with the requirements of current British and European safety standards for household and similar electrical appliances Complies with requirements of the British Electrotechnical Approvals Board BEAB Meets with Compliance with European Community Directives CE Due to continuous improvement and updating specification may be altered without prior notice ADVICE TO USERS IMPORTANT When first installed the unit will be empty It is essential the unit should contain water before the elements are switched on t is vital that the followed commissioning procedure is Failure to carry out this operation will result in damage to the unit and will invalidate the guarantee The following points will help you understand how the showe
4. 00000000 Fig 4 Schematic of installation circuit Pull cord isolating switch RCD can be part of consumer unit Fuse or ner MCB Meter Incoming supply 80A or 100A fuse main switch Meter tails Table A SN CIRCUIT PROTECTION unit cartridge rating MCB fuse 7 0kW 30 32A 30A 7 5kW 32A 35A 8 0kW 40A 35A 8 5kW 40A 45A 9 0kW 40A 45A 9 5kW 40 45A 45A 10 5kW 45A 45A 5 1 6 1 6 2 8 1 8 2 9 1 A 30mA residual current device RCD must be installed in all UK electric and pumped shower circuits This may be part of the consumer unit or a separate unit A 45 amp double pole isolating switch with a minimum contact gap of 3 mm in both poles must be incorporated in the circuit It must have a mechanical indicator showing when the switch is in the OFF position and the wiring must be connected to the switch without the use of a plug or socket outlet The switch must be accessible and clearly identifiable but out of reach of a person using a fixed bath or shower except for the cord of a cord operated switch and should be placed so that it is not possible to touch the switch body while standing in a bath or shower cubicle It should be readily accessible to switch off after using the shower Where shower cubicles are located in any rooms other than bathrooms all socket outlets in those rooms must be protected by a 30mA RCD The current carry
5. 6 Where a call under the terms of guarantee has been booked and he failure is not product related i e scaling and furring incorrect water pressure pressure relief device operation or electrical plumbing installation fault a charge will be made A charge will also be issued if nobody is at home when the service engineer calls or adequate parking permit is not available 7 If the product is no longer covered by the guarantee an up front fixed fee will be charged before the site visit 8 Should proof of purchase not be available on an in guarantee call or should the service engineer find that the product is no longer under guarantee the engineer will charge the same fixed price and he customer will be expected to pay the engineer before he leaves f payment is not made on the day an administration charge will be added to the fixed charge 9 If a debt is outstanding from a previous visit or from any other Triton purchase Triton reserves the right to withhold service until the debt has been settled 10 Triton takes the health safety and wellbeing of its employes very seriously and expects customers to treat all staff members with respect Should any employee feel threatened or receive abuse either verbally or physically Triton reserves the right to withhold service and will support the employee with a legal prosecution Replacement Parts Policy It is the policy of Triton Showers to maintain parts availability for
6. 7 1 1 7 2 1 7 3 1 Replace switch Replace solenoid valve Have unit checked Ring Customer Service Note Identify cause of operation before fitting new PRD unit When fitting a new PRD follow the commissioning procedure It is advised all electrical maintenance repairs to the shower should be carried out by a suitably qualified person UK SERVICE POLICY In the event of a product fault or complaint occurring the following procedure should be followed 1 Telephone Customer Service on 0844 980 0750 having available your details including post code the model number and power rating of the product together with the date of purchase and where applicable details of the particular fault 2 If required the Customer Service Advisor will arrange for a qualified engineer to call 3 All products attended to by a Triton service engineer must be installed in full accordance with the Triton installation guide applicable to the product Every product pack contains an installation guide however they can also be bought via our Customer Service Spares Department 4 Our engineer will require local parking and if a permit is required this must be available to the engineer on arrival at the call 5 Itis essential that you or an appointed representative who must be over 18 years of age is present for the duration of the service engineer s visit If the product is in guarantee you must produce proof of purchase
7. electrical installations IEE wiring regulations building regulations or any particular regulations as specified by the local Electrical Supply Company This appliance MUST be earthed In accordance with The Plugs and Sockets etc Safety Regulations 1994 this appliance is intended to be permanently connected to the fixed wiring of the electrical mains system Make sure all electrical connections are tight to prevent overheating A 30mA residual current device RCD MUST be installed in all UK electric and pumped shower circuits This may be part of the consumer unit or a separate unit Switch off immediately at isolating switch if water ceases to flow during use Other electrical equipment i e extractor fans pumps must not be connected to the circuits within the unit Switch off at isolating switch when not in use This is a safety procedure recommended with all electrical appliances As with all electrical appliances it is recommended to have the shower and installation checked at least every two years by a competent electrician to ensure there is no deterioration due to age and usage INTRODUCTION This book contains all the necessary fitting and operating instructions for your Triton electric shower Please read them carefully The shower installation must be carried out by a suitably qualified person and in the sequence of this instruction book Care taken during the installation will provide a long
8. performance If the shower is frozen If it is intended to operate the shower in areas of hard water above 200 ppm temporary hardness a scale inhibitor may have to be fitted For advice on the Scale Inhibitor contact Customer Service The showerhead must be cleaned regularly with descalent to remove scale and debris otherwise restrictions to the flow on the outlet of the unit will result in higher temperatures and could also cause the PRD Pressure Relief Device in the unit to operate This product is not suitable for mounting into steam rooms or steam cubicles PLUMBING The plumbing installation must comply with Water Regulations Building Regulations or any particular regulations as specified by Local Water Company or Water Undertakers and should be in accordance with BS 6700 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 9 The supply pipe must be flushed to clear debris before connecting to the shower unit DO NOT solder pipes or fittings within 300mm of the shower unit as heat can transfer along the pipework and damage components DO NOT fit any form of outlet flow control as the outlet acts as a vent for the heater can DO NOT use excessive force when making connections to the flexible hose or showerhead finger tight is sufficient All plumbing connections must be completed before making the electrical connections ELECTRICAL The installation must comply with BS 7671 Requirements for
9. pipework to prevent back flow Pressure relief safety device A pressure relief device PRD is designed into the shower unit which complies with European standards The PRD provides a level of appliance protection should an excessive build up of pressure occur within the shower Do not operate the shower with a damaged or kinked shower hose or a blocked showerhead which can cause the PRD to operate When commissioning the showerhead must be removed from the flexible hose while at the same time the temperature control must be at the minimum flow position Failure to follow this procedure may also cause the PRD to operate Make sure the shower is positioned over a bath or shower tray because if the PRD operates then water will eject from the bottom of the unit Should this happen turn off the electricity and water supplies to the shower at the isolating switch and stopvalve Contact Customer Service for advice on replacing the PRD WARNING The shower must not be positioned where it will be subjected to freezing conditions Shower unitcan be mounted either side of riser rail Height of showerhead and shower to suit user s requirement 1 Soap dish retaining i 19 Ga i S 1 2 Shower unit 25mm minimum must not be E within an area Spillover l 1 metre level 1 Outline of bath om Dase L or shower Fig 6 Diagram
10. reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance WARNING DO NOT use abrasive or aggressive cleaning products when cleaning the shower as they may damage the unit Safety cut out The unit is fitted with a non resettable thermal cut out safety device In the event of abnormal operation which could cause unsafe temperatures within the unit the device will disconnect the heating elements It will require a visit from a qualified engineer to determine the nature of the fault and replace the safety device once the unit has been repaired CLEANING Triton Showers recommend that all products are cleaned using warm soapy water Do not use abrasive or aggressive chemical cleaning products as this may affect the product surface finish and invalidate your guarantee INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLERS AND SERVICE ENGINEERS ONLY Fiter Xs CLEANING THE INLET FILTER It is recommended that the filter is periodically cleaned in order to maintain the performance of the shower It is essential that this operation is carried out by an installer or service engineer IMPORTANT Before servicing switch off both the electricity supply and water supply at the mains
11. 7A 52A 64A 16 mm 16 mm 16 mm 63A 69A 85A Clipped direct or buried in a In conduit non insulated M Note Cable selection is dependent on derating factors A Mains electric supply via double pole switch Isolating stopvalve Mains water supply Separate permanently connected supply from consumer unit Fig 5 Diagrammatic view not to scale WATER REQUIREMENTS The installation must be in accordance with Water Regulations Bylaws To ensure activation of the heating elements the shower must be connected to a mains water supply with a minimum running pressure of 100kPa 1 0 bar at a minimum flow rate of nine litres per minute for the 9 5kW rated model For the 10 5kW rated shower the minimum running pressure must be 150kPa 1 5 bar at a minimum flow rate of eleven litres per minute For all units the maximum static pressure must be no greater than 1000kPa 10 bar If in any doubt the pressure should be checked Note If the stated flow rate is not available it may not be possible to achieve optimum performance from the unit throughout the year During periods of high ambient temperatures it may be necessary to select a low power setting to achieve your preferred shower temperature The water supply can be taken from a cold water storage cistern provided there is a minimum head of ten metres fifteen metr
12. ASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Products manufactured by Triton are safe and without risk provided they are installed used and maintained in good working order in accordance with our instructions and recommendations WARNING DO operate shower if frozen or suspected of being frozen It must thaw out before using A DO NOT operate the unit if the showerhead or spray hose becomes damaged A DO NOT restrict flow out of shower by placing showerhead in direct contact with your body A DO NOT operate the shower if water ceases to flow during use or if water has entered inside the unit because of an incorrectly fitted cover 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 a b 1 7 1 8 1 9 GENERAL Isolate the electrical and water supplies before removing the cover Read all of these instructions and retain them for later use DO NOT take risks with plumbing or electrical equipment Isolate electrical and water supplies before proceeding with the installation The unit must be mounted onto the finished wall surface on top of the tiles DO NOT tile up to or seal around ANY PART of the unit using silicone sealer after fixing to the wall Special care must be taken NOT TO BLOCK OR SEAL ANY PRD VENTS ON THE UNIT Contact Customer Service see back page if any of the following occur If it is intended to operate the shower at pressures above the maximum or below the minimum stated If the unit shows a distinct change in
13. TRITON Kito electric shower TRITON Kito CREEL operating instructions INSTALLERS PLEASE NOTE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE BE LEFT WITH THE USER 2180658G March 2012 Kito electric shower CONTENTS Page Important safety 1 INTODUCHOM m 2 SpeCcificatiOFi5 croceo eie E en ORNA 2 ADVICE tO USENS i 0 M M 2 5 5 M 3 e ODDO DI 4 5 e M 6 Siting of the shower eere ttti 7 Fitting the shower to the wall Plumbing connectioris centeno Electrical CORDE CtlODis cos io E 11 12 Repl cing the coVer reete ehe tese 14 Operating the Shower ect eee e eee 15 Operating f nCtlohs drei e no te erdt 17 18 e RE 18 Instructions for installers and service engineers only 18 Spare parts evo qoi TER S Fault finding Guarantee service policy etc onte eire rear cover To check the product suitability for commercial and multiple installations please contact Triton s specification advisory service before installation Telephone 0844 980 0730 Facsimile 0844 980 0744 E mail technical tritonshowers co uk PLE
14. The inlet filter is situated in the side of the inlet pipe fig 27 To gain access to the filter remove the trimplate and then unscrew the retaining nut from the side of the inlet pipe When cleaning the filter do not use a sharp object as it will cause damage It is preferable to use an old toothbrush or similar When refitting the filter Do not overtighten the filter cap Kito electric shower SPARE PARTS Triton only supply spare parts for this model as illustrated NO component of any assembly be supplied separately 1 Stabiliser valve Thermal cut out Power PCB Solenoid assembly 22011180 7073333 P12120807 Heater can assembly 9 5kW P12120705 10 5kW 12120706 Pressure relief device PRD 82800450 Terminal block assembly 12130905 LED assembly P12130901 Inlet Assembly 12721002 Trimplate 7053784 Start Stop switch assembly 82301360 Control PCB 7073482 Outlet pipe assembly 512711003 Cover assembly including Control PCB Start Stop switch amp LED assemblies 22020600 S FAULT FINDING IMPORTANT Switch off the electricity at the mains supply and remove the circuit fuse before attempting any fault finding inside the unit Problem Symptom Cause Action Cure 1 Shower 1 1 Interrupted 1 1 1 Blown fuse or circuit breaker Check inoperable no power s
15. arwickshire CV11 4NR Triton is a division of Norcros Group Holdings Limited Customer Service F 0844 980 0750 Trade Installer Hotline gt 0844 980 0730 Fax 0844 980 0744 www tritonshowers co uk E mail serviceenquiries tritonshowers co uk Extended Warranty AVAILABLE NOW Call 0844 980 0740 for more details TRITON reserve the right to change product specification without prior notice E amp OE TRITON SHOWERS 2012
16. ating This switches off power to the heating elements preventing any undue temperature rises The shower will operate on the COLD setting until there is adequate water pressure which automatically restores the power to the elements Selector mode indicators fig 23 Next to each control button there is an indicator that lights when the button is pressed indicating which shower mode is in operation On the HIGH setting both indicators next to the upper button are lit On the ECONOMY setting the lower indicator only is lit Phased shutdown In use when the START STOP button is pressed power is switched off to the elements Water will continue to flow for a few seconds flushing out any remaining hot water This makes sure the next immediate user will not receive a slug of hot water if standing under the showerhead when starting the shower Temperature limiter During normal operation if an overheat temperature is sensed power to the elements will be reduced Water will continue to flow When the temperature has cooled sufficiently power to the elements will be automatically restored to the setting at the time of interruption Low Pressure Low pressure indicator Power indicator Fig 23 High setting OF indicators Economy setting indicator Cold setting indicator J WARNING This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with
17. e Attached to the control and display PCB inside the cover is a 10 way ribbon cable The ribbon cable connector must be plugged into the socket located at the right of the power PCB situated inside the unit fig 17 Note the cable connector can be fitted to the socket only one way The ribbon cable has a coloured edge which is lowermost when correctly fitted to the socket Note Make sure the cable is not trapped when fitting the cover Coloured edge Kito electric shower REPLACING THE COVER IMPORTANT Before finally fitting the cover the following steps must be taken Fig 18 gt a Check the plumbing connections are Valve watertight spindle b Check the terminal block screws are fully tightened c Make sure the pipe and cable entering the unit do not prevent the cover locating correctly to the backplate d Rotate the valve spindle fully clockwise until the spindle hits the stop 9 18 Fig 19 DO NOT force the spindle Temperature control set at minimum flow setting e Turn the temperature control on the cover fully clockwise to the minimum flow position fig 19 Offer the cover to the unit Carefully locate the cover tags into the guide pockets on the backplate and make sure the wires are not trapped Guide the cover into position so that the knob spindle locates correctly minor adjustment may be necessary to align the knob and spindle
18. e from the rear bottom or side the centre of the inlet valve to the wall surface is 21mm fig 10 Note If entry is from the rear the nut of the compression fitting will be partially behind the surface of the wall fig 10 This area MUST be left clear when plastering over the pipework in order to make the nut accessible for future adjustments IMPORTANT Always seal around the incoming pipework to prevent water entering the wall After choosing the site for the shower use the backplate as a template and mark the three fixing holes fig 11 Drill and plug the wall An appropriate drill bit should be used If the wall is brick plasterboard or a soft building block appropriate wall plugs and screws should be fitted Kito electric shower Screw the top and bottom fixing screws into position leaving the base of the screw heads protruding 6mm out from the wall Hook the backplate over the top and bottom screws and fit the centre fixing screw into position Do not fully tighten the screws at this stage as the fixing holes are elongated to allow for out of square adjustment after the plumbing connections have been completed WARNING The outlet of the shower acts as a vent and MUST NOT be connected to anything
19. ee applies only to products installed within the United Kingdom and does not apply to products used commercially This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights What is not covered 1 Breakdown due to a use other than domestic use by you or your resident family b wilful act or neglect c any malfunction resulting from the incorrect use or quality of electricity gas or water or incorrect setting of controls d failure to install in accordance with this installation guide 2 Repair costs for damage caused by foreign objects or substances 3 Total loss of the product due to non availability of parts 4 Compensation for loss of use of the product or consequential loss of any kind 5 Call out charges where no fault has been found with the appliance 6 Call out charges where the water supply cannot be isolated this includes consequential losses arising from unserviceable supply valves 7 The cost of repair or replacement of pressure relief devices showerheads hoses riser rails and or wall brackets isolating switches electrical cable fuses and or circuit breakers or any other accessories installed at the same time 8 The cost of routine maintenance adjustments overhaul modifications or loss or damage arising therefrom including the cost of repairing damage breakdown malfunction caused by corrosion furring pipe scaling limescale system debris or frost Triton Showers Triton Road Nuneaton W
20. es for the 10 5kW model Minimum head is the vertical distance from the base of the cistern to the showerhead It must be an independent supply to the shower only If it is intended to operate the shower at pressures above the maximum or below the minimum stated contact Triton Customer Service for advice Fig 5 shows a typical system layout Do not use jointing compounds on any pipe fittings for the installation SITING OF THE SHOWER IMPORTANT If installing onto a tiled wall always mount the unit on the surface of the tiles NEVER tile up to the unit Refer to fig 6 for the correct siting of the shower Position the unit where it will NOT be in direct contact with water from the showerhead Position the shower unit vertically Allow enough room between the ceiling and the shower to access the cover top screws Leave enough space between the left hand side of the unit and the wall to allow access to the pressure relief device PRD in the future Note Water regulations require the showerhead be constrained by a fixed or sliding attachment so that it can only discharge water at a point not less than 25mm above the spill over level of the relevant bath shower tray or other fixed appliance The use of the supplied gel hanger hose guide will in most cases meet this requirement but if the showerhead can be placed within a bath basin or shower tray then a double check valve or similar must be fitted in the supply
21. g of the shower is shown on the rating label Fig 3 within the unit 2 Before making any sort of electrical connection within the installation make sure that no terminal is live If in any doubt switch off the whole installation at the mains supply and remove the correct fuse 3 shower must be connected to its own independent electrical circuit IT MUST NOT be connected to a ring main spur socket outlet lighting circuit or cooker circuit 3 1 The electrical supply must be adequate for the loading of the unit and existing circuits 4 Check your consumer unit main fuse box has a main switch rating of 80A or above and that it has a spare fuse way which will take the fuse or Miniature Circuit Breaker MCB necessary for the shower Fig 4 4 1 If your consumer unit has a rating below 80A or if there is no spare fuse way then the installation will not be straightforward and may require a new consumer unit serving the house or just the shower 4 2 You will need to contact the local electricity company They will check the supply and carry out what is necessary 5 For close circuit protection DO NOT use a rewireable fuse Instead use a suitably rated Miniature Circuit Breaker MCB or cartridge fuse see Table A Shepperton Park p TRI Triton Road Nuneaton Warwickshire CV11 4NR MODEL 230 240V IPX4 MAX PRESSURE Approved Fig 3 MIN PRESSURE RATED PRESSURE MODEL No 00000000 SERIAL No
22. he front cover secure in position with the three retaining screws Fit the flexible hose to the shower outlet making sure the outlet of the hose is directed to waste Check the supplied sealing washer is in place DO NOT attach the showerhead at this stage Before turning on the electric and mains water supplies to the shower make sure the temperature control is rotated fully clockwise to HOT the minimum flow position fig 15 Note Failure to rotate the valve spindle fully clockwise may cause the PRD to operate Kito electric shower Turn on the water supply to the shower at the isolating stopvalve Switch on the electricity supply to the shower at the isolating switch Wait until water starts to flow from the flexible hose Slowly rotate the temperature control fully anti clockwise the maximum flow position fig 16 It will take about thirty seconds for a smooth flow of water to be obtained while air and any debris is being flushed from the shower When a smooth flow of water is obtained turn the Temperature control set at maximum flow setting temperature control from minimum flow to maximum flow and back again several times to release any trapped air from within the unit Once the flushing out has been completed switch off the electricity to the shower at the isolating switch The water will cease to flow Unscrew the top and bottom cover retaining screws and lift the cover from the backplat
23. ing capacity of the cable must be at least that of the shower circuit protection see Table B To obtain full advantage of the power provided by the shower use the shortest cable route possible from the consumer unit to the shower It is also necessary to satisfy the disconnection time and thermal constraints which means that for any given combination of current demand voltage drop and cable size there is a maximum permissible circuit length The shower circuit should be separated from other circuits by at least twice the diameter of the cable or conduit The current rating will be reduced if the cabling is bunched with others surrounded by thermal loft or wall insulation or placed in areas where the ambient temperature is above 30 C Under these conditions derating factors apply and it is necessary to select a larger cable size 9 2 9 3 In the majority of installations the cable will unavoidably be placed in one or more of the above conditions This being so it is strongly recommended to use a minimum of 10mm cabling throughout the shower installation In any event it is essential that individual site conditions are assessed by a competent electrician in order to determine the correct cable size and permissible circuit length Table B Twin and earth PVC insulated cable Current carrying capacity Installed in an insulated wall trunking wall 6 mm 6 mm 6 mm 35A 38A 47A 10 mm 10 mm 10 mm 4
24. matic view not to scale V IMPORTANT The unit must be mounted on a flat surface which covers the full width and length of the backplate It is important that the wall surface is flat otherwise difficulty may be encountered when fitting the cover and subsequent operation of the unit may be impaired V Area to be cut away for side entry Ara to be cut away for bottom entry S Fig 9 cut away T 11 View from Area to be J rear of backplate P FITTING THE SHOWER TO THE WALL WARNING Check there are no hidden cables or pipes before drilling holes for wall plugs Use great care when using power tools near water The use of a residual current device RCD is recommended Note The control knob is an integral part of the cover DO NOT attempt to remove it Lift the cover from the backplate To access the pipe and cable connections lift off the trimplate fig 7 Entry positions for the mains water are from the bottom rear or side Cable entry is via the top or rear Note Deviations from the designated entry points will invalidate product approvals If bottom or side surface entry is required for the mains cold water then the necessary opening will need to be cut out in the trimplate fig 8 If surface cable entry from the top is required then a small area will need to be cut out in the backplate fig 9 If installing a feed pip
25. other than the hose and showerhead supplied PLUMBING CONNECTIONS Plumbing to be carried out before wiring DO NOT use jointing compounds on any pipe fittings for the installation DO NOT solder fittings near the shower unit as heat can transfer along the pipework and damage components Compression fittings MUST be used to connect to the inlet of the shower Push on fittings must NOT be used as full engagement cannot be guaranteed Note An additional stopvalve complying with Water Regulations MUST be fitted in the mains water supply to the shower as an independent means of isolating the water supply should maintenance or servicing be necessary IMPORTANT Before completing the connection of the water supply to the inlet of the shower flush out the pipework to remove all swarf and system debris This can be achieved by connecting a hose to the pipework and turning on the mains water supply long enough to clear the debris to waste Procedure Turn off water supply either at the mains stopvalve or the isolating stopvalve Connect the mains water supply to the inlet of the shower via 15mm copper stainless steel or plastic pipe using a 15mm x 15mm brass elbow or straight coupler compression fitting DO NOT use excessive force when making these connections Make sure the backplate is square on the wall and tighten the two retaining screws which hold it to the wall Turn on the mains water supply and check for leak
26. r operates d The electric heating elements operate at a constant rate at your chosen power setting It is the rate of the water passing through the heater can which determines the water temperature The slower the flow the hotter the water becomes the faster the flow the cooler the water b During winter the mains water supply will be cooler than in the summer so the flow rate will vary between seasons at any one temperature setting At different times of the year you may have to adjust the position of the temperature control to maintain your desired temperature setting c The stabiliser valve minimises variations in shower temperature during mains water pressure changes If changes in shower temperature are experienced during normal use it will most likely be caused by the water pressure falling near to or below the minimum level The drop in pressure may be due to water being drawn off at other points in the house whilst the shower is in use If pressure drops appreciably below the minimum the heating elements will automatically cut out If ever the water becomes too hot and you cannot obtain cooler water first check that the sprayplate in the showerhead has not become blocked DO NOT place items such as soap or shampoo bottles on top of the unit Liquid could seep through the joint between the cover and backplate and possibly damage the sealing rubber Replacement parts can be ordered from Customer Service See
27. s in the pipework connection to the shower Note At this stage no water can flow through the unit Kito electric shower ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AT THE MAINS Fig 12 shows a schematic wiring diagram The cable entry points are shown in fig 1 The cable can be surface clipped hidden or via 20mm conduit Note Conduit entry can only be from rear Route the cable into the shower unit and connect to the terminal block fig 13 as follows Earth cable to terminal marked D Neutral cable to terminal marked N Live cable to terminal marked L IMPORTANT Fully tighten the terminal block screws and make sure that no cable insulation is trapped under the screws Loose connections can result in cable overheating Note The supply cable earth conductor must be sleeved The outer sheath of the supply cable must be stripped back to the minimum The supply cable must be secured either by routing through conduit or in trunking or by embedding in the wall in accordance with current IEE regulations The use of connections within the unit to supply power to other equipment i e extractor fans pumps etc will invalidate the guarantee DO NOT switch on the electricity supply until the cover has been fitted Note The elements on UK models are to 240V specification and will give a lower kW rating if the voltage supply is below 240V
28. s in the supply while shower is in use or see 4 2 4 4 2 4 Fit pump to give minimum pressure see rating label Contact Customer Service for advice 4 3 Reduction in 4 3 1 Readjust flow rate to give reduced flow ambient water temperature 4 3 2 Select high power Problem Symptom Cause 4 4 FAULT FINDING Electrical malfunction or safety cut out operated Action Cure 4 4 1 Have unit checked by suitably qualified electrician or contact Triton Customer Service 5 Shower varies from normal temperature to cold during use 5 1 Water pressure has dropped below minimum required 5 1 1 Wait until the water pressure resumes to normal Pressure relief device has operated water ejected from PRD tube 6 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 Blocked showerhead Twisted blocked flexible shower hose Showerhead not removed while commissioning Water pressure above specified maximum for unit see rating label 6 1 1 6 2 1 6 3 1 6 4 1 Clean or replace blocked sprayplate in showerhead and then fit new PRD Check for free passage through hose Replace the hose if necessary and fit new PRD Fit new PRD Commission unit with showerhead removed Fit pressure reducing valve to inlet and then fit new PRD Shower fails to shut off flow when Start Stop button is pressed 7 1 7 2 7 3 Faulty Start Stop switch Debris in solenoid valve Unit malfunction
29. spare parts for details and part numbers Kito electric shower MAIN COMPONENTS Inside unit fig 1 1 Top cable entry Bottom pipe entry Rear pipe entry area Side pipe entry area Rear cable entry area Wall screw fixing Terminal block Power PCB o0 0 NA Bw R WN Stabilising valve Solenoid valve Guide pockets N and element assembly w Thermal cut out main Earth connection Pressure relief device Outlet temperature regulator N Trimplate Inside cover fig 2 19 Cover tags 20 Control PCB 21 Neon amp bracket 22 Start Stop switch NOTE Not all wiring shown for reasons of clarity 308 mm ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The installation supply cable and circuit protection must conform with BS 7671 IEE wiring regulations and be sufficient for the amperage required The following notes are for guidance only 1 The shower must only be connected to a 230 240V ac supply If you are installing a shower with a kilowatt rating above 9kW it is advisable to contact the local electricity supply company 1 1 electrical ratin
30. the duration of production and a period of 5 years thereafter in accordance with industry standards In the event of a spare part not being available a substitute part will be supplied Spare parts be ordered via our online spare parts store b telephoning Triton Spares Department Payment should be made by credit debit card excluding American Express or Diners Card Payment can also be made by pre payment of a pro forma invoice by cheque or postal order Telephone orders are based on information given during of the call Before contacting Triton please verify your requirements using the information contained in the user guide Triton cannot accept liability for incorrect part identification d M TRITON STANDARD GUARANTEE Triton guarantee this product against all mechanical and electrical defects arising from faulty workmanship or materials for a period of two years for domestic use only from the date of purchase provided that it has been installed by a competent person in full accordance with the fitting instructions Any part found to be defective during this guarantee period we undertake to repair or replace at our option without charge so long as it has been properly maintained and operated in accordance with the operating instructions and has not been subject to misuse or damage This product must not be taken apart modified or repaired except by a person authorised by Triton This guarant
31. the temperature control The lower button is for COLD water only Adjusting the temperature control at this setting will only increase or decrease the flow of the water from the showerhead It will not alter the water temperature High amp Economy TRITON G Kito Temperature control Start Stop button Note In normal use it is in order to leave the water supply permanently on to the shower unit but as with most electrical appliances the unit must be switched off at the isolating switch when not in use WARNING After any servicing of mains water supply always flush out the pipework to remove any debris Always make sure the unit is started on COLD in order to purge any air in the pipework Kito electric shower High amp Economy TRITON Kito Temperature control Start Stop 1 button _ Note If the stated flow rate required for the unit cannot be met due to low water pressure it will be necessary to operate the unit on the ECONOMY setting during the warmer months because of flow rate limitations entering the unit To adjust the shower temperature The water temperature is altered by increasing or decreasing the flow rate of the water through the shower via the temperature control fig 21 After finding a suitable showering temperature the temperature control can be left as the normal setting and should only need altering to compensate for seasonal changes in ambient
32. upply supply Renew or reset fuse or circuit water flow breaker If it fails again consult a qualified electrician 1 1 2 Power cut Check other appliances and if necessary contact local Electricity Supply Company 1 2 No mains water 1 2 1 Check if isolating valves are fully open supply to Check for a blockage in inlet filter or in shower pipework 1 3 Unit 1 3 1 Have unit checked Ring Customer malfunction Service 2 Water too hot 2 1 Not enough 2 1 1 Increase flow rate via temperature water flowing through the control 2 1 2 Blocked showerhead clean or replace shower blocked sprayplate in showerhead 2 2 Blockage in 2 2 1 Check if stop valves are fully open Check supply if blockage in inlet filter 2 3 Increase in 2 3 1 Readjust flow rate to give increased flow ambient water 2 3 2 Select economy power temperature 3 Water temperature 3 1 Heater cycling 3 1 1 See Water too hot causes 2 1 2 2 and cycling hot cool at on outlet 2 3 and their appropriate action cures If intervals thermal cut out it continues contact Triton Customer Service 4 Water too cool or 4 1 Too much flow 4 1 1 Reduce flow rate via temperature control cold 4 2 Water pressure 4 2 1 15 water supply mains or tank fed below minimum 4 2 2 If tank fed replumb to mains water required see supply or see 4 2 4 rating label 4 2 3 f mains fed make sure that the mains stopvalve is fully open and there are no other restriction
33. water temperature Note The preferred position on ECONOMY will give a different temperature to the same position on HIGH To decrease the shower temperature Turn the temperature control anti clockwise this will increase the flow of water through the shower To increase the shower temperature Turn the temperature control clockwise this will decrease the flow of water through the shower Note It is advisable to be certain that the showering temperature is satisfactory by testing with your hand before stepping under the showerhead There will always be a time delay of a few seconds between selecting a flow rate and the water reaching the stable temperature for that flow rate CAUTION This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance OPERATING FUNCTIONS Power on indicator fig 22 When the electricity supply to the shower is switched on at the isolating switch the POWER indicator will light Low pressure indicator fig 22 If this indicator lights this means the water pressure has fallen below the minimum required for correct operation of the shower resulting in the low pressure cut out oper
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search