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Remove cartridge assembly (D) and inspect cartridge
(E) and inlets for debris or sediment and flush with
water.
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Reassemble the whole unit and test. If problem
persist you may need to replace the cartridge.
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Sleeve (B) is too short.
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Extension kit 910-563 is available at a nominal charge
for valves which have been roughed-in too far back in
the wall.
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The kit contains a one-inch stem extension, and a
sleeve which is one inch longer than the 972-300.
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Dripping from either the tub spout or shower head.
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Clean the cartridge assembly (D).
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Check to ensure the two oval O-Rings (F) on the
back of the cartridge (E) are in place.
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Reassemble cartridge, stem and bonnet assembly,
and handle.
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Turn on the water and test. If the unit still leaks,
replace the cartridge (E)
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Water flow is very low.
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Check the cartridge assembly (D), for debris.
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Water starts out hot and becomes cooler as handle is
rotated counter clockwise.
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This is a potentially hazardous situation and should be
corrected before using the unit.
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Check the hot and cold inlet positions (hot- left, cold-
right). If you have a back to back installation, (where
hot and cold inlets are reversed) refer to valve body
instruction sheet for back to back installation.
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Water doesn’t get hot enough.
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Remove hand (A), sleeve (B) and flange (C) and then
refer to valve body instruction sheets for adjusting
temperature range.
CLEANING CARTRIDGE
If temperature or flow does not remain constant, the cartridge
assembly (A) must be cleaned.
1.
Shut-off water supply.
2.
Remove trim assembly (not shown).
3.
Remove screws (C), backup plate (B) and cartridge
assembly (A).
4.
Inspect inlets for sediment and flush with water.
5.
Inspect O-rings (D & E) for damage.
6.
Re-install cartridge assembly (A) and backup plate (B)
then turn on water supply.
7.
If the problem persists replace cartridge assembly (A).
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CAUTION:
Do not disassemble cartridge (A).
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE FOR ALL UNITS
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Liquid detergents and soft cloth should be used. Do not use any abrasive
cleaners.
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The scale on the surface can be cleaned with a soft cloth and
nonabrasive cleaner or heated vinegar.
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After every 30 uses, we suggest you clean the steam generator.
We advise using a filtration system for the steam generator unit.
One compatible filtration system option is the -Whirlpool WHKF-DWHV
STEAM GENERATOR CLEANING FOR ALL UNITS
1.
Remove the cover of the cleaning liquid inlet and pour in
approximately 1L of citric acid.
2.
Start the steam function to fill the steam generator with water.
3.
Stop the steam function b
efore the steam starts to come out (“acidic” steam is damaging to plated fixtures).
4.
Do not shut off the main power.
5.
The scale in the steam generator dissolves and the system drains the dirty water out after 60 minutes.