Concentric exposed thermostatic mixer shower
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Problem/Symptom
Cause
Action/Cure
FAULT FINDING
4
Water does not
flow or shower
pattern collapses
when another out-
let is turned on.
4.1
Water supplies cut
off.
4.1.1
Check water elsewhere in house and if
necessary contact local water company.
4.2
Shower unit
blocked.
4.2.1
Inspect the filters. Clean if necessary.
4.3
Blockage in pipe-
work.
4.3.1
Turn off the shower and consult a suitably
competent plumber.
4.4
Showerhead
blocked.
4.4.1
Clean the showerhead.
4.5
System not capable
of supplying mul-
tiple outlets at the
same time.
4.5.1
Reduce the simultaneous demand.
4.5.2
Make sure stop or service valve is fully
open.
4.5.3
Check if there is sufficient water pressure.
5
Water too cold.
5.1
Running pressure is
excess of maximum
recommended.
5.1.1
Fit a pressure reducing valve.
6
Shower controls
noisy when in use.
6.1
Running pressure in
excess of maximum
recommended.
6.1.1
Fit a pressure reducing valve.
7
Shower will not
shut off.
7.1
. Pipework not
flushed out before
connecting to
the unit. Internal
components
damaged.
7.1.1
Service valve.