INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS
92-S-1496-98-01
For additional assistance or service please contact:
SPEAKMAN
®
Company
400 Anchor Mill Road
New Castle, DE 19720
800-537-2107
www.speakman.com
S-1496-AF
S-1498-LH
* Shower head may
vary between models.
HELPFUL TOOLS & SUPPLIES:
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
Pencil
Adjustable
Wrench
Thread Seal
Tape
3/32" Hex Key Wrench
(not included)
Phillips
Screwdriver
Measuring
Tape
Safety
Glasses
Level
Warranty information can be found at:
www.speakman.com
WARRANTY
Your new Shower/Bath Valve is designed for years
of trouble-free performance. Keep it looking new by
cleaning it periodically with a soft cloth. The use of
harsh chemicals and abrasives on any of the
Speakman custom finish products may damage the
finish and void the product warranty. Please be sure
to only use approved cleaners. Please contact
Speakman for any clarification of acceptable
cleaners.
This type of valve must be cleaned and maintained
on a regular basis. Periodic maintenance should be
performed at least every 12 months or after any
changes have been made to the building’s plumbing
system. Valves that are installed outdoors should be
winterized by removing all of the internal parts and
removing any standing water from the valve.
Quarterly the maximum hot temperature setting (TLS)
should be checked and adjusted accordingly.
MAINTENANCE
Cover your drain to prevent loss of parts. Be sure to
wear eye protection while cutting pipe.
SAFETY TIPS
IMPORTANT
• Be sure to read instructions thoroughly before
beginning installation.
• Be sure to have properly adjusted the Temperature
Limiting Stop (TLS) as outlined in this Installation
Manual.
• Inspect all connections after installation of valve.
• This valve has an operating range of
20-80 Psi.
• This valve is designed to be used in conjunction
with a shower head rated at
2.0 gpm (7.6 L/min)
or higher flow rate.
•
NOTE:
This installation manual covers several
models of valves. While the appearance of your
valve may differ from those shown, the installation
method is the same.
•
Maximum water pressure: 125 psi static; minimum
water pressure: 20 psi flowing; minimum cold
supply temperature: 40 °F; maximum hot supply
temperature: 160 °F
FREEZE PROTECTION
Freeze damage to the shower unit will void the
Freeze damage to the shower unit will void the
warranty. It is important to winterize the complete
warranty. It is important to winterize the complete
shower unit. The unit must be drained of all water
shower unit. The unit must be drained of all water
in freezing conditions. This includes removing the
in freezing conditions. This includes removing the
valve cartridge and the shower head from the unit.
valve cartridge and the shower head from the unit.
Store the valve cartridge and shower head indoors.
Store the valve cartridge and shower head indoors.
• Mounting location must be capable of supporting
the product in use.
CAUTION:
When outdoor temperature
rises above 90 degrees, use caution to
prevent scalding from water stored within
the unit. It is recommended to flush the unit
by turning it on for 30 seconds before
entering the shower water. This will avoid
accidental scalding by the user and ensure
safe use of the shower unit.
1
Install the HOT and COLD supply lines for the
Valve, either through the wall, from the ceiling,
or from the floor. For ceiling and floor mounts,
hold 1” from finished wall to center of supply
lines. See rough-in diagram on last page.
1/2” NPT
CONNECTION
2
Apply Thread Seal Tape onto the HOT supply and
COLD supply lines.
X2
3
Slide the Strap (1) onto the Shower Arm (2).
4
Apply Thread Seal Tape to both ends of Shower
Arm Gooseneck, and Bottom Plug. Thread
Shower Arm Gooseneck into Valve Body being
sure to properly align outlet. Install Plug into
bottom port of Valve Body and wrench tighten.
5
Apply Thread Seal Tape to HOT and COLD Pipe
Connections (not supplied). Install the HOT and
COLD Pipe Connections to the Valve, either
through the wall, from the ceiling, or from the
floor. For ceiling and floor mounts, hold 1” from
finished wall to center of supply lines. Thread
into Valve Body and wrench tighten.
Turn on
water supply and check for leaks.
NOTE:
Illustration shown is for reference only.
6
Mounting location is optional.
Verify that the
mounting location and structure is capable of
supporting the product in use.
Mark location of mounting holes for Shower Arm
Strap (1) referencing the rough-in diagram
contained in this document.
Install
Shower Arm Strap
(1) to upper pipe using
Supplied Screws. In drywall or tile applications,
be sure to use appropriate hardware.