Installation & Operation Manual
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Fragments of Teflon tape or pipe sealant residue can
interfere with the proper operation of this unit. Ensure
pipe sealant methods do not cause contamination in the
system.
STEP ONE: PEDESTAL
3. Pipe sealant or Teflon tape for sealing water connections.
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Refer to Rough-in for location of supply and drain lines.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
3. Re-position assembly and install mounting bolts and
washers.
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Heat Trace cable used on this model is intended to
prevent freezing and will not provide tempered (heated)
water. It is recommended to supply this combination
shower assembly with a tempering system in compliance
with ANSI Z358.1.
6. Tubing can be connected to the outlet of the Freeze
Protection Valve if desired. Make sure the tubing is not
kinked & draining water will not freeze.
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Use hand tools and wrenches in a manner which will
prevent marring finished surfaces. Strap wrenches or
tools with plastic jaw linings are highly recommended.
1. Position center of pedestal assembly “A” a minimum of
1'-8” from all walls. While holding the assembly in
position, mark floor flange mounting hole positions.
STEP TWO: SUPPLY AND SANITARY DRAIN
CONNECTION
2. Make sure proper drainage is supplied nearby.
1. Install necessary pipe fittings (supplied by others) to
make connection to 1 ¼” NPT supply union w/ potable
water supply line. Either top or bottom supply may be
used.
Supplies required: (not provided by Acorn)
2. Floor fastener anchors, washers and bolts.
IMPORTANT: FLUSH WATER SUPPLY LINES PRIOR TO
CONNECTION TO SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
1. Wall fasteners for signage mounting.
NOTES:
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Bottom of shower head must be between 82”-96” from
finished floor in order to meet ANSI Z358.1
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Prior to beginning assembly, TURN OFF water supply to
1 ¼” potable water supply line.
Note: Refer to Rough-In for supply line locations.
2. Remove assembly and install appropriate floor anchors
to receive mounting bolts (supplied by others).
3. Install supply union not used in FPV (Freeze Protection
Valve).
4. Tie the Heat Trace cable to the FPV with Cable ties or
Fiberglass tape. (See Detail)
5. Insulate FPV with foam insulation. (Supplied by Others)
Manual #7109-208-001
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Revised: 11/12/18
Acorn Safety
a division of Acorn Engineering Company™
EXISTING SUPPLY
SUPPLIED HEAT
TRACE CABLE
MOUNTING BOLTS
& HARDWARE TYPICAL
4X (PROVIDED BY
INSTALLER)
A
C
B
MOUNTING SCREWS
& HARDWARE TYPICAL
2X (PROVIDED BY
INSTALLER)
INSPECTION TAG
LOCATION
FPV DETAIL
LOCATED ON
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