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Introduction

The Midas product range is available as either exposed shower valve systems or exposed bath/shower mixer systems
complete with adjustable height heads. All shower heads feature variable spray patterns. Midas thermostatic valves
provide close temperature stability and fail safe protection on appropriate high and low pressure systems. 

The Midas 100 shower valve is suitable for use with gravity, high pressure and combination boiler systems. The
Midas 100 bath/shower mixer is suitable for use with high pressure and combination boiler systems. Please refer to
the product specification section below.

The Midas 200/300 features a specific low pressure exposed valve for use on gravity systems and an exposed valve
and bath/shower mixer suitable for use on high pressure and combination boiler systems. Please refer to the product
specification section below.

In the event of any product problems, please contact the Aqualisa customer helpline on 01959 560010 for 
assistance. 

Safety information

This product must be installed by a competent person in accordance with all relevant current Water Supply
Regulations.

The Midas range is designed for domestic use only.

Product specification

Midas 100 shower valve, product is suitable for gravity stored, gravity boosted, balanced high pressure and 
combination boiler systems. Pressure range 0.1 – 10 bar max (static).

Midas 100 bath/shower mixer, product is suitable for balanced high pressure and combination boiler systems.
Pressure range 1.0 – 10 bar max (static).

Midas 200/300 low pressure shower valve, product is suitable for gravity stored and boosted gravity systems only.
Pressure range 0.1 – 1.0 bar max (static).

Midas 200/300 high pressure shower valve, and Midas 200/300 bath/shower mixer, product is suitable for balanced
high pressure and combination boiler systems. Pressure range 1.0* – 10.0 bar max (static).

* The combination boiler MUST have a minimum rating of 24kW (80,000 Btu) and be of the type fitted with a fully
modulating gas valve. 

If in any doubt, please contact the appliance manufacturer before installation commences.

Connections

The Midas product range is designed for conventional supplies with HOT on the Left and COLD on the Right as
viewed from the front.
Supply lines must be flushed clear of any debris before installation of the unit. Any debris accumulation in the 
shower valve and head may result in damage and poor performance. 

Important information

 

 

Summary of Contents for Midas 100

Page 1: ...Midas Thermostatic exposed shower valve and bath shower mixer systems Installation guide...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...iler systems p 6 Typical water systems p 7 System components p 9 Valve installation instructions p 12 Midas range exposed valves p 12 Midas range bath shower mixer p 13 Shower head installation p 16 M...

Page 4: ...ply Regulations The Midas range is designed for domestic use only Product specification Midas 100 shower valve product is suitable for gravity stored gravity boosted balanced high pressure and combina...

Page 5: ...of 3 bar is recommended It should be noted that daytime pressures approaching 8 bar can rise above the stated maximum overnight A suitable PRV is available from Aqualisa The Midas product range is no...

Page 6: ...inder manufacturers pressure limiting valve where supplied and the hot supply from the nearest convenient draw off point Account must be taken of pressure drops that may occur when other draw off poin...

Page 7: ...pical pumped system installation suitable for use with Midas 100 and the Midas 200 300 low pressure shower valve Typical gravity system installation suitable for use with Midas 100 and the Midas 200 3...

Page 8: ...use with Midas 100 and the Midas high pressure product range Typical thermal storage unit system installation suitable for use with Midas 100 and the Midas high pressure product range Typical UHW sys...

Page 9: ...Components Midas 100 Exposed shower valve with adjustable height head Bath shower mixer with adjustable height head 9...

Page 10: ...Components Midas 200 Exposed shower valve with adjustable height head Bath shower mixer with adjustable height head Flow regulators for use with combination boilers 10...

Page 11: ...Components Midas 300 Exposed shower valve with adjustable height head Bath shower mixer with adjustable height head Flow regulators for use with combination boilers 11...

Page 12: ...ar valves onto a finished wall surface using 15mm concealed pipe work If required fit the bar valve fixing accessory following the relevant installation instructions provided with the accessory kit an...

Page 13: ...t you have all the necessary components shown overleaf before commencing installation Failure to install the product in accordance with these instructions may adversely affect the warranty terms and c...

Page 14: ...e separately from Aqualisa customer services supplied with part no 525301 or complete with the easy fit fixing bracket If required apply a thin bead of mastic to the rear of the cover plates Place the...

Page 15: ...and offer the assembly into position onto the bath 3 Place the back nuts onto the tap tails and secure the assembly to the underside of the bath Deck mount installation 5 Turn on the supplies to the b...

Page 16: ...sed 5 Fit the rail into the rail end bodies ensuring the indents in the rail are facing the finished wall surface Midas 100 adjustable height head installation 4 Current water supply regulations state...

Page 17: ...der 8 If required optional outlet flow regulators can be purchased from the Aqualisa customer helpline on 01959 560010 Fit the relevant flow regulator into the brass housing ensuring the O ring faces...

Page 18: ...the handset should not be allowed to pass a point 25mm above the spill over level of the bath or shower tray If this cannot be achieved the hose must be passed through the gel hook which has also been...

Page 19: ...0010 Fit the relevant flow regulator into the brass housing ensuring the O ring faces the incoming flow Connect the flow regulator assembly to the valve outlet ensuring the hose washer is correctly fi...

Page 20: ...t holder whilst keeping the slider button depressed 4 Current water supply regulations state the handset should not be allowed to pass a point 25mm above the spill over level of the bath or shower tra...

Page 21: ...aint 11 Ensuring the hose is in the correct position offer the hose onto the handset Push the handset onto the hose to lock the anti kink swivel connector and secure the handset to the hose Once tight...

Page 22: ...bath spout When the temperature lever knob on the right of the valve when viewed from the front has the maximum temperature override button at the top of the knob the valve is in the mid blend positio...

Page 23: ...as often as once a week in some hard water areas as scale build up can affect the spray pattern and cause the shower to perform poorly Failure to descale the shower head can affect the internal seals...

Page 24: ...nge a replacement 2 Turn the temperature control knob to the mid blend position with the button at the top of the knob 3 Carefully remove the end cover cap using a small flat bladed screwdriver if nec...

Page 25: ...ater pressure exceeds 10 bar install a pressure reducing valve PRV in accordance with the installation guide Airlock in the hot water supply Water temperature swings regularly between hot and cold Flo...

Page 26: ...26 Notes...

Page 27: ...enquiries aqualisa co uk Republic of Ireland Sales enquiries 01 864 3363 Service enquiries 01 844 3212 Please note that calls may be recorded for training and quality purposes The company reserves th...

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