Installation and operating instructions electric shower
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1. Height of showerhead and shower to suit user s requirement Mains cold water supply bottom back and side Shower unit must not be within an area 1 metre from base Soap dish retaining ring Y Spillover level Outline of bath V orshowertray L mener AC i mi ub E e E N Bi gt Mem 7 pem Fig 6 Diagrammatic view not to scale 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 z Fig 7 OM gat Peg 10V e cu p ADV Area to be e cut away for side entry Area to be cut away for bottom entry Area to be cut away CO View from rear of backplate 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 re2. 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 guarantee 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 faulty installation Repair costs for damage caused by foreign objects or substances Total loss of the product due to non availability of parts Compensation for loss of use of the product or consequential loss of any kind Call out charges where no fault has been found with the appliance 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 The cost of routine maintenance adjustments overhaul modifications or loss or damage arising therefrom i
3. Power selector So 0 N A HR WN Stabilising valve Solenoid valve A Guide pockets a N Can and element assembly d UJ Thermal cut out main A Earth connection Pressure relief device Wn Outlet ed A Outlet temperature limiter 212 mm eu N Neons 18 Trimplate Inside cover fig 2 19 Cover tags 20 Start Stop switch 21 Neon lens Pack contents Shower unit Screw fixing kit Instructions guarantee etc ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The installation supply cable and circuit protection must conform with IEE wiring regulations and be sufficient for the amperage required The following notes are for guidance only 1 1 1 Fuse or MCB t Al can be part of consumer unit 80A or 100A main switch 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 The electrical rating of the shower is shown on the rating label fig 3 within the unit Shepperton Park TRITON s Triton Road Nuneaton Warwickshire CV11 4NR MODEL 230 240V ru IPX4 Fig 3 MAX PRESSURE MIN PRESSURE RATED PRESSURE MODEL No 00000000 SERIAL No 00000000 Fig 4 Schematic of installation circuit Pull cord isolating
4. ring incorrect water pressure pressure relief device operation electrical installation faults If the product is no longer covered by the guarantee a charge will be made for the site visit and for any parts supplied Service charges are based on the account being settled when work is complete the engineer will then request payment for the invoice If this is not made to the service engineer or settled within ten working days an administration charge will be added Replacement Parts Policy Availability t is the policy of Triton to maintain availability of parts for the current range of products for supply after the guarantee has expired Stocks of spare parts will be maintained for the duration of the product s manufacture and for a period of five years thereafter In the event of a spare part not being available a substitute part will be supplied Payment The following payment methods can be used to obtain spare parts By post pre payment of pro forma invoice by cheque or money order By telephone quoting credit card MasterCard or Visa details By website order www tritonshowers co uk 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
5. 16 mm 57A Note Cable selection is dependent on derating factors 10 mm cable must be used on all 9 5kW amp 10 5kW rated chrome showers 7 5 9 1 9 2 10 type and should be placed so that it is not possible to touch the switch body when standing in a bath or shower cubicle Preferably it should be outside the shower enclosure and be readily accessible in order 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 carrying 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 mean 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 10 1 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 de rating factors apply and it is necessary to select a larger cable size 10 2 In
6. and mains water supplies to the shower Press the Start Stop button fig 18 and wait until water starts to flow from the flexible hose Slowly turn the temperature control fully anti clockwise to 1 the maximum flow position fig 19 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 there is a smooth flow of water turn the temperature control from 1 to 10 and back again several times to release any trapped air within the unit Once flushing out has been completed stop the water flow by pressing the Start Stop button Fit the showerhead to the flexible hose and place in the showerhead holder The shower is now ready for normal operation Power selector to COLD e a Temperature control at minimum flow setting e Start Stop button Temperature _lhf _ control set at maximum flow setting oom of Power selector e 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 OPERATING THE SHOWER IMPORTANT Make sure the commissioning procedure has been carried out To start the shower Press the Start Stop button and water will flow To
7. stop the shower Press the Start Stop button and water will cease to flow Note If restarting immediately after stopping be aware that a slug of hot water will be expelled for the first few seconds To use the power selector The power selector has three positions COLD ECONOMY and HIGH fig 20 The blue symbol 3 lt is for COLD water only Adjusting the temperature control at this setting will only change the force of the water from the showerhead It will not alter the water temperature The red symbol is the ECONOMY setting for using less energy when the ambient mains water temperature is high during warmer months Temperature adjustment at this setting is via the temperature control 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 this setting during the warmer months because of flow rate limitations entering the unit The red symbol is the HIGH power setting which allows the highest flow achievable for your preferred temperature This setting should normally be regarded as optimum shower performance throughout the year Temperature adjustment at this setting is via the temperature control 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 20 After obtaining your showering temperature the numb
8. switch Shower unit Va S F 6 RCD Consumer unit Meter RRS Incoming supply ee 4 1 4 2 Before making any sort of electrical connection within the installation ensure that no terminal is live If in any doubt switch off the whole installation at the consumer unit The 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 The electrical supply must be adequate for the loading of the unit and existing circuits 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 mcb necessary for the shower fig 4 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 You will need to contact the local electricity company They will check the circuit and carry out what is necessary They will also check the main bonding The earth continuity conductor of the electrical installation must be effectively connected electrically to all exposed metal parts of other appliances and services in the room in which the shower is to be installed to conform to current IEE regulations Table A CIRCUIT PROTECTION cartridge fuse unit rating MCB 30 32
9. 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 10 mm cabling throughout the shower installation 10 3 A minimum of 10 mm cable MUST be used on all 9 5kW and 10 5kW rated chrome showers 10 4 In any event it is essential that individual site conditions are assessed by a competent electrician in order to determine correct cable size and permissible circuit length Mains electric supply via double pole switch Switch may be wall mounted in accordance with IEE regs Isolating stopvalve 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 make sure of activating 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 The maximum static pressure must be no greater than 1 000kPa 10 bar Note 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 with a maximum static pressure no greater than 1 000kPa 10 bar Note If the stated flow rates are not available it may not be possible to achieve the best performance from the unit throughout
10. the year For guidance on the running and static pressures contact the local water company or consult a competent plumber 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 metres for the 10 5kW rated shower above 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 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
11. A 32A 40A 40A 40A 40 45A 45A 5 1 6 1 7 1 7 2 7 3 7 4 All exposed metallic parts in the bathroom must be bonded together using a cable of at least 4 mm cross sectional area These parts include metal baths radiators water pipes taps and waste fittings 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 In the interest of electrical safety a 30mA residual current device RCD should 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 The wiring must be connected to that switch without the use of a plug or socket outlet The switch must be readily accessible and clearly identifiable but out of reach of a person using a fixed bath or shower If the isolating switch is to be fitted in the bathroom then it must be a cord operated Table B Twin and earth PVC insulated cable Current carrying capacity Installed in an insulated wall Clipped direct or buried in a non insulated wall In conduit trunking 6 mm 46A 10 mm2 63A 16 mm2 85A 6 mm 38A 10 mm 52A 16 mm 69A 6 mm 32A 10 mm 43A
12. TRITON T80xr electric shower THITUN Installation and operating instructions INSTALLERS PLEASE NOTE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO BE LEFT WITH THE USER 2180455H c August 2007 CONTENTS Page Important safety information Introduction Specifications Advice to users Main components Electrical requirements Water requirements Siting of the shower Fitting the shower to the wall Plumbing connections Electrical connections Replacing the cover Commissioning Operating the shower Operating functions Cleaning Adjusting the showerhead SEVATSN AS e9wesoNvNvNc Cleaning the showerhead Instructions for installers and service engineers only 20 Spare parts 21 Fault finding 23 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 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 a b 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 2 2 3 PLEASE 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 NOT operate shower if frozen or suspected of being frozen It must thaw out before using DO NOT operate the unit if the
13. anti clockwise fig 24 This movement may turn the cartridge assembly as well until it reaches a stop Hold the cartridge firmly and continue to twist anti clockwise Having loosened the sprayplate it can be unscrewed and removed completely Clean the sprayplate with a suitable brush or preferably leave it to soak overnight in a mild proprietary descalent Make sure all traces of scale are removed and thoroughly rinse in clean water afterwards Before replacing the sprayplate switch the power back on at the isolating switch and direct the hose and showerhead to waste Turn the temperature control fully anti clockwise Press the Start Stop button This operation will flush out any loose scale deposits in the unit and showerhead Stop after about thirty seconds Refit the sprayplate by screwing clockwise Use the tool to screw the sprayplate tight INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLERS AND SERVICE ENGINEERS ONLY Filter e Incoming pipework 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 The inlet filter is situated in the side of the inlet pipe fig 25 To gain access to the filter remove the trimplate and then unscrew the re
14. ar 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 pipe from the rear bottom or side the centre of the inlet valve to the wall surface is 21 mm 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 two fixing holes fig 11 Drill and plug to suit the fixing screws supplied The wall plugs provided are suitable for most brick walls use an appropriate masonry drill but if the wall is plasterboard or a soft building block you must use suitable wall plugs and a suitable drill bit Screw the bottom fixing screw into position leaving the base of the screw head protruding 6 mm out from the wall Hook the backplate over the bottom screw and fit the top fixing screw into position Do not fully tighten the screws at this stage as the
15. ating 9 6kW 45A MCB rating Water Inlet connection 15 mm diameter Outlet connection 2 BSP male thread Nominal power rating at 230V Entry Points Water bottom back or right hand side entry Cable top or back Materials Backplate cover controls showerhead ABS Sprayplate Acetal Elements Minerally insulated corrosion resistant metal sheathing Dimensions Height 309 mm Width 212 mm Depth 95 mm Standards and Approvals Splashproof rating IPX4 Complies with the requirements of current British and European safety standards for household and similar electrical appliances Meets with Compliance with European Community Directives CE Replacement parts can be ordered from Customer Service See spare parts for details and part numbers 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 It is vital that the commissioning procedure is followed 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 shower operates a 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 t
16. b to mains water supply or see 4 2 5 4 2 4 f mains fed make sure the mains stop valve is fully open and that there are no other restrictions in the supply while shower is in use or see 4 2 5 4 2 5 Fit a pump to give minimum pressure contact Customer Service for advice 4 3 Reduction in ambient 4 3 7 Switch to full power setting and readjust water temperature the flow rate via the temperature control to give required temperature FAULT FINDING Problem Symptom Cause Action Cure 4 4 Electrical malfunction 4 4 1 Have unit checked by suitably qualified or safety cut out has electrician or contact Customer Service operated 5 Shower varies 5 1 Water pressure has 5 1 1 Wait until the water pressure resumes from normal dropped below to normal Low pressure indicator temperature to minimum required extinguishes cold during use Indicator lit 6 Pressure relief 6 1 Blocked showerhead 6 1 1 Clean sprayplate and then fit a new PRD device has 6 2 Twisted blocked 6 2 1 Check for free passage through hose operated water flexible shower hose Replace hose if necessary and then fit new ejected from PRD PRD tube oe 6 3 Showerhead not 6 3 1 Fit new PRD Commission unit with removed while showerhead removed commissioning 7 Shower fails to 7 1 Faulty Stop Start 7 1 1 Replace switch shut off flow switch when Start 7 2 Debris in solenoid 7 2 1 Replace solenoid valve assembly Stop button is valve pressed Note Iden
17. e by young children or infirm persons unless they have been adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safety Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Low pressure indicator Power indicator Oh on P Pd OPERATING FUNCTIONS Power on indicator fig 21 When the electricity supply to the shower is switched on at the isolating switch the neon power indicator will light Low pressure indicator fig 21 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 operating This switches off power to the heating elements preventing any undue temperature rises water will continue to flow Power will automatically be restored when adequate water pressure returns Temperature limiter During normal operation if an overheat temperature is sensed power to the elements will be reduced although water will continue to flow When the temperature has cooled sufficiently power to the elements will be automatically restored to the settings at the time of interruption 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 vis
18. er can be left as the normal setting and should only need altering to compensate for seasonal changes in ambient water temperature Note The preferred number on ECONOMY will give a different temperature to the same number position on HIGH To decrease the shower temperature Turn the temperature control anti clockwise this will increase the flow of water through the shower therefore decreasing the water temperature and is indicated by lower numbers To increase the shower temperature Turn the temperature control clockwise this will decrease the flow of water through the shower therefore increasing the water temperature and is indicated by higher numbers 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 It is recommended that persons who may have difficulty understanding or operating the shower controls should not be left unattended while showering Special consideration should be given to young children and the less able bodied 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 WARNING This appliance is not intended for us
19. fixing holes are elongated to allow for out of square adjustment after the plumbing connections have been completed Note If replacing an existing shower unit a replacement installation trim is available to help accommodate other pipe and cable entry arrangements See spare parts for details WARNING The outlet of the shower acts as a vent and must NOT be connected to anything 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 main
20. fore attempting any fault finding inside the unit Problem Symptom 1 Shower inoperable no water flow Cause Action Cure 1 1 Interrupted power 1 1 1 Blown fuse or circuit breaker Check supply supply Renew or reset fuse or circuit breaker If it fails again consult a qualified electrician 1 1 2 Power cut Check other appliances and if necessary contact the local Electricity Supply Company 1 2 Unit malfunction 1 2 1 Have unit checked Ring Customer Service 2 Water too hot 2 1 Not enough water 2 1 1 Increase the flow rate via temperature flowing through the control shower 2 1 2 Blocked showerhead clean blocked sprayplate 2 2 Blockage in supply 2 2 1 Check if stop valves are fully open Check if there is a blockage in inlet filter 2 3 Increase in ambient 2 3 7 Switch to economy power setting and water temperature readjust flow rate to give required temperature 3 Water 3 1 Heater cycling on 3 1 1 See Water too hot causes 2 1 2 2 and temperature outer temperature 2 3 and their action cures If it continues cycling hot cool limiter contact Customer Service at intervals 4 Water too cool 4 1 Too much flow 4 1 1 Reduce flow rate via temperature control or cold 4 2 Water pressure below 4 2 1 Check low pressure indicator If lit p p minimum stated on continue with remainder of checks If not rating label lit see 4 1 amp 4 4 4 2 2 ls water supply mains or tank fed 4 2 3 If tank fed replum
21. he 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 while 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 MAIN COMPONENTS Inside unit fig 1 Note Not all wiring shown for reasons of clarity 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
22. igher temperatures and could also cause the 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 The supply pipe must be flushed to clear debris before connecting to the shower unit DO NOT solder pipes or fittings within 2 4 2 5 2 6 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 300 mm 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 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 s
23. it from a qualified engineer to determine the nature of the fault and replace the safety device once the unit has been repaired CLEANING Before cleaning turn off the unit at the isolation WARMING switch to avoid the shower being accidentally DO NOT use abrasive or aggressive switched on cleaning products when cleaning the Triton recommends that all products are shower as they may damage the unit 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 ADJUSTING THE SHOWERHEAD Five showerhead patterns are available fig 22 Adjust the spray pattern by turning the bezel on the showerhead in either direction until the desired pattern is obtained CLEANING THE SHOWERHEAD Before cleaning turn off the unit at the isolation switch to avoid the shower being accidentally SPEM switched on ry IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE SHOWERHEAD CLEAN TO MAINTAIN THE PERFORMANCE OF THE SHOWER The hardness of the water will determine the frequency of cleaning For example if the shower is used every day in a very hard water area it may be necessary to clean the showerhead on a weekly basis Sprayplate Sprayplate removal There is no need to remove the showerhead from the hose Using the removal tool supplied fig 23 locate the raised bosses into the recesses in the sprayplate Hold in firmly and twist
24. ncluding the cost of repairing damage breakdown malfunction caused by corrosion furring pipe scaling limescale system debris or frost Customer Service F 0870 067 3333 Scottish and Northern Ireland Customer Service F 0845 762 6591 Trade Installer Hotline Z 0870 067 3767 Fax 0870 067 3334 Triton Showers Triton Road Nuneaton Warwickshire CV11 4NR www tritonshowers co uk Triton is a division of Norcros Group Holdings Limited E mail technical tritonshowers co uk Extended Warranty AVAILABLE NOW Call 0870 067 3333 for more details TRITON reserve the right to change product specification without prior notice E amp OA TRITON SHOWERS 2008
25. nduit or in trunking or by microswitches embedding in the wall in accordance with Solenoid valve current IEE regulations n aerma cutu main The use of connections within the unit or other points in the shower circuit to supply power to other equipment i e extractor fans pumps etc will invalidate the guarantee DO NOT switch on the electricity supply until d PI alll 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 7 Thermal cut out outlet 8 Neon power 9 Low pressure neon 10 Element 11 Earth post Fig 13 Terminal i Power selector spindle Valve spindle s Position flat on right face of spindle REPLACING THE COVER Refit the trimplate Turn the POWER selector spindle clockwise to the position shown in fig 14 Turn the stabiliser valve spindle fully clockwise until resistance is felt fig 15 On the cover turn the power selector to the COLD position fig 16 and position the temperature control so that it points to the 10 fig 17 IMPORTANT Before finally fitting the cover the following steps must be taken a Check the plumbing connections are watertight 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 Check
26. s stopvalve or the isolating stopvalve Connect the mains water supply to the inlet of the shower via 15 mm copper stainless steel or plastic pipe using a 15 mm x 15 mm 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 leaks in the pipework connection to the shower Note At this stage no water can flow through the unit 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 20 mm 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 Terminal block be sleeved The outer sheath of the supply cable Start Stop switch must be stripped back to the minimum Low pressure microswitch The supply cable must be secured either by Power selector routing through co
27. showerhead or spray hose becomes damaged DO NOT restrict flow out of shower by placing showerhead in direct contact with your body 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 WARNING If restarting the shower immediately after stopping be aware that a slug of hot water will be expelled for the first few seconds 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 unit after fixing to wall 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 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 Triton Scale Inhibitor contact Triton 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 h
28. taining nut from the side of the inlet pipe When cleaning the wire mesh filter DO NOT use a sharp object as it will cause damage It is preferable to use an old toothbrush or similar DO NOT overtighten the filter retaining nut when refitting Ref Description 10 Power selector Terminal block amp outlet pipe assembly Thermal cut out TCO Heater can assembly 7 5kW 8 5kW 9 5kW 10 5kW Stabiliser valve solenoid assembly PRD amp O ring Inlet pipe assembly Trimplate White Satin grey Grey TCO shield Drip shield Neon and switch assembly Cover assembly All white Satin chrome All chrome Start Stop switch assembly SPARE PARTS Part No 12121003 83310210 22011180 P12120700 P12120701 P12120702 P12120703 P12120800 82800450 12121005 7053388 7053489 7053677 7053386 P12720903 P12120600 P12120602 P12150600 82301310 SPARE PARTS Ref Description Part No 11 5 position rub clean showerhead White 22010980 Chrome 22011130 12 Flexible hoses are available in the following sizes 1 00 m in white chrome and gold 1 25 m in white chrome and gold 1 75 m in chrome only 13 Replacement installation trim white only optional INSTATRIMO1 FAULT FINDING IMPORTANT Switch OFF the electricity at the mains supply and remove the circuit fuse be
29. than 25 mm 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 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 Be EXTUS Shower unit can be mounted either side of riser rail
30. the power selector is in the COLD position and the temperature control is in the 10 position Offer the cover to the unit Connect the Start Stop switch plug to the socket in 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 Should any difficulty arise recheck the points above While applying slight pressure to the front cover secure in position with the three retaining screws supplied Note It is recommended that the water and electric supplies to the shower are turned off while the riser rail kit is being installed COMMISSIONING 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 This operation must be carried out with the flexible hose screwed to the outlet but WITHOUT the showerhead attached Make sure the outlet from the flexible hose is directed to waste Before switching on the electric and mains water supplies to the shower check that the power selector is in the COLD position fig 18 and the temperature control is turned to position 10 the minimum flow position fig 18 Note Failure to turn the control to 10 may cause the PRD to operate Turn on the electric
31. tify 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 In the unlikely event of a fault occurring please contact Triton Customer Service Do not remove the shower from the installation Service Policy In the event of a complaint occurring the following procedure should be followed 1 Telephone Customer Service on 0870 067 3333 0845 762 6591 in Scotland and in Northern Ireland having available the model number and power rating of the product together with the date of purchase Triton Customer Service will be able to confirm whether the fault can be rectified by either the provision of a replacement part or a site visit from a qualified Triton service engineer If a service call is required the unit must be fully installed for the call to be booked and the date confirmed In order to speed up your request please have your postcode available when booking a service call It is essential that you or an appointed representa tive who must be a person of 18 years of age or more is present during the service engineer s visit and receipt of purchase is shown A charge will be made in the event of an aborted service call by you but not by us or where a call under the terms of guarantee has been booked and the failure is not product related i e scaling and fur
32. ure all electrical connections are tight to prevent overheating Fuses do not give personal protection against electric shock To enhance electrical safety a 30mA residual current device RCD should 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 3 10 s 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 T80xr 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 trouble free life from your shower SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Nominal power rating at 240V 7 5kW 32A MCB rating 6 9kW 32A MCB rating 8 5kW 40A MCB rating 7 8kW 40A MCB rating 9 5kW 40A MCB rating 8 7kW 40A MCB rating 10 5kW 45A MCB r
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