VADO BLACK CHIC, Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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Products manufactured by Vado 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.
PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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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.
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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.
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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.
INTRODUCTION - PLEASE READ
This book contains all the necessary fitting and operating instructions for your electric shower.
Care taken during the installation will provide a long, trouble-free life from your shower.
Check that the water supply will satisfy requirements ..............................................
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Check that water & cable entry points of the unit meet requirements .....................
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Check that the electric supply will satisfy requirements ............................................
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Siting of the shower .................................................................................................
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Plumbing installation ...............................................................................................
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Electrical installation ................................................................................................
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Fit to the wall & connect the shower supplies ..........................................................
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Fitting the cover ......................................................................................................
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ONLY Commission the shower in the way described ............................................
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Familiarise yourself with the user operating instructions ...........................................
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PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING CHECK LIST TO AID YOUR INSTALLATION
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