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Zante 3

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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 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.

PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL

1.1 

Isolate the electrical and water supplies before 

removing the cover.

1.2 

Read all of these instructions and retain them 

for later use.

1.3 

DO NOT

 take risks with plumbing or electrical 

equipment.

1.4 

Isolate electrical and water supplies before 

proceeding with the installation.

1.5 

The unit must be mounted onto the finished 

wall surface (on top of the tiles). 

DO NOT

 tile 

up to or seal around 

ANY PART

 of the unit 

using silicone sealer after fixing to the wall. 

Special care must be taken 

NOT TO BLOCK 

OR SEAL ANY PRD VENTS ON THE UNIT

.

1.6 

Contact Customer Service 

(see back page)

, if 

any of the following occur:

a) 

If it is intended to operate the shower at 

pressures above the maximum or below the 

minimum stated.

b) 

If the unit shows a distinct change in performance.

c) 

If the shower is frozen.

1.7 

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 Scale Inhibitor, 

contact Customer Service.

1.8 

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 higher temperatures 

and could also cause the (PRD) Pressure Relief 

Device in the unit to operate.

1.9 

This product is not suitable for mounting into 

steam rooms or steam cubicles.

PLUMBING

2.1 

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 EN 806.

2.2 

The supply pipe must be flushed to clear debris 

before connecting to the shower unit.

2.3 

DO NOT

 solder pipes or fittings within 300mm 

of the shower unit, as heat can transfer along 

the pipework and damage components.

2.4 

DO NOT

 fit any form of outlet flow control as 

the outlet acts as a vent for the heater can.

2.5 

DO NOT

 use excessive force when making 

connections to the flexible hose or 

showerhead, finger tight is sufficient.

2.6 

All plumbing connections must be completed 

before making the electrical connections.

2.7 

This appliance 

MUST 

not be connected to the 

inlet supply by a hose-set.

ELECTRICAL

3.1 

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.

3.2 

This appliance 

MUST 

be earthed.

3.3 

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.

3.4 

Make sure all electrical connections are tight to 

prevent overheating.

3.5 

A 30mA residual current device (RCD) 

MUST 

be installed in all UK electric and pumped 

shower circuits. This may be part of the 

consumer unit or a separate unit.

3.6 

Switch off immediately at isolating switch if 

water ceases to flow during use.

3.7 

Other electrical equipment i.e. extractor fans, 

pumps must not be connected to the circuits 

within the unit.

3.8 

Switch off at isolating switch when not in use. 

This is a safety procedure recommended with 

all electrical appliances.

3.9 

As 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.

Summary of Contents for Zante 3

Page 1: ...Installers please note these instructions are to be left with the user 2180754C March 2012 Installation and operating instructions Zante 3 electric shower ...

Page 2: ... policy etc rear cover To check the product suitability for commercial and multiple installations please contact Triton s specification advisory service before installation Telephone Facsimile E mail 0844 980 0730 0844 980 0744 technical tritonshowers co uk WARNING This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or...

Page 3: ...ld also cause the PRD Pressure Relief Device in the unit to operate 1 9 This product is not suitable for mounting into steam rooms or steam cubicles 2 PLUMBING 2 1 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 EN 806 2 2 The supply pipe must...

Page 4: ...The slower the flow the hotter the water becomes the 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 m...

Page 5: ...oid valve 10 Guide pockets 11 Can and element assembly 12 Thermal cut out main 13 Earth connection 14 Pressure relief device 15 Outlet temperature limiter 16 Neons 17 Trimplate Inside cover fig 2 18 Cover tags 19 Start Stop switch 20 Neon bracket Outlet Inlet 212mm 299mm Fig 1 Fig 2 NOTE Not all wiring has been depicted for reasons of clarity 1 2 3 4 5 5 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 ...

Page 6: ...ch off the whole installation at the mains supply and remove the correct fuse 3 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 3 1 The electrical supply must be adequate for the loading of the unit and existing circuits 4 Check your consumer unit main fuse box has a main switch rat...

Page 7: ...e standing in a bath or shower cubicle It should be readily accessible to switch off after using the shower 7 Where shower cubicles are located in any rooms other than bathrooms all socket outlets in those rooms must be protected by a 30mA RCD 8 The current carrying capacity of the cable must be at least that of the shower circuit protection see Table B 8 1 To obtain full advantage of the power pr...

Page 8: ...ds 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 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 minim...

Page 9: ...ay 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 showe...

Page 10: ...tions from the designated entry points will invalidate product approvals If bottom or right surface entry is required for the mains cold water then the necessary opening will need to be cut out in the cover fig 8 and the trimplate fig 9 Fig 7 Fig 9 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 re...

Page 11: ...stments After choosing the site for the shower use the backplate as a template and mark the three fixing holes fig 12 Drill and plug the wall An appropriate drill bit should be used If the wall is brick plasterboard or a soft building block appropriate wall plugs and screws should be fitted Screw top fixing screw into position leaving the base of the screw head protruding 6mm out from the wall Hoo...

Page 12: ...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 mains stopvalve or the isolating stopvalve Connect the mains water supply to the inlet of the shower via 15mm copper stainless steel or plastic pipe using a 15mm x 15mm elbow compression fitting DO N...

Page 13: ...e the cable into the shower unit and connect to the terminal block fig 14 as follows Earth cable to terminal marked E 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 be sl...

Page 14: ...he backplate onto the bracket inside the cover fig 19 The neon with the coloured red or yellow wires clips into the upper position and the remaining neon fits into the lower position Attached to the START STOP switch inside the cover is a two wire lead Connect the socket on the end of the lead to the plug leading from the backplate fig 20 Note The plug and socket can only fit one way Carefully loc...

Page 15: ...wer Press the START STOP button fig 21 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 22 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 ...

Page 16: ...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...

Page 17: ...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...

Page 18: ...e 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 safet...

Page 19: ... both the electricity supply and water supply at the mains The inlet filter is situated at the bottom of the inlet pipe fig 25 To gain access to the filter remove the trimplate and then unscrew the retaining nut from the bottom of the inlet pipe When cleaning the filter DO NOT use a sharp object as it will cause damage It is preferable to use an old toothbrush or similar Filter and O ring Incoming...

Page 20: ...t 22011180 4 Heater can assembly 8 5kW P12120701 9 5kW P12120702 5 Stabiliser valve solenoid assembly P12120806 6 PRD O ring 82800450 7 Inlet pipe assembly S12721002 8 Trimplate white 7053978 TCO shield 7052871 Neon and switch assembly P12720903 9 Cover assembly white S25720600 10 Start Stop switch assembly 82301310 SPARE PARTS 2 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 ...

Page 21: ...re fully open Check if blockage in inlet filter 2 3 1 Switch to economy power setting and readjust flow rate to give required temperature 3 1 1 See Water too hot causes 2 1 2 2 and 2 3 and their action cures If it continues contact Customer Service 4 1 1 Reduce flow rate via temperature control 4 2 1 Check low pressure indicator If lit continue with remainder of checks If not lit see 4 1 4 4 4 2 2...

Page 22: ...e water pressure resumes to normal Low pressure indicator extinguishes 6 1 1 Clean sprayplate and then fit a new PRD 6 2 1 Check for free passage through hose Replace hose if necessary and then fit new PRD 6 3 1 Fit new PRD Commission unit with showerhead removed 7 1 1 Replace START STOP switch 7 2 1 Replace solenoid valve assembly Note Identify cause of operation before fitting new PRD unit When ...

Page 23: ...rective Triton Showers is fully registered with the Environment Agency under the following schemes Repic Producers take back scheme PTS registration number WEE EJ3466QV Valpak Distributor take back scheme DTS registration number 9659 All our electric products are labelled accordingly with the crossed out wheeled bin symbol This indicates for disposal purposes at end of life that these products mus...

Page 24: ...s including post code the model number and power rating of the product together with the date of purchase and where applicable details of the particular fault 2 If required the Customer Service Advisor will arrange for a qualified engineer to call 3 All products attended to by a Triton service engineer must be installed in full accordance with the Triton installation guide applicable to the produc...

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