88741 Rev. C
Clean and Care
Care should be given to the cleaning
of this product. Although its finish is
extremely durable, it can be damaged by
harsh abrasives or polish. To clean, simply
wipe gently with a damp cloth and blot dry
with a soft towel.
Warning:
Scrubbing Bubbles
®
Bathroom
Cleaner and Lysol
®
Basin Tub and Tile
Cleaner
must not be used on the clear knob
handles and levers. Use of these cleaners
can result in cracked or severely damaged
handles. If overspray gets onto the handles,
immediately wipe them dry with a soft
cotton cloth.
Maintenance
Faucet leaks from tub spout/showerhead:
SHUT OFF WATER SUPPLIES.
Replace seats and springs–Repair
Kit RP4993. Check condition of lower O-rings and
replace if necessary RP14414. See Helpful Hints 1,
2, & 3.
If leak persists:
SHUT OFF WATER SUPPLIES.
Replace valve cartridge RP46074.
See Helpful Hints 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
Unable to maintain constant
water temperature:
Replace housing assembly with RP46074 or follow
instructions in Helpful Hints 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5.
Helpful Hints:
1. Before removing valve cartridge assembly for any
maintenance, be sure to note the position of the
rotational limit stop on the cap. The valve cartridge
assembly must always be put back in the same
position. BE SAFE! After you have finished the
installation, turn on valve to make sure COLD
WATER FLOWS FIRST.
2. To remove valve cartridge from body, shut off
water supplies and remove handle and bonnet nut.
Do not pry the valve cartridge out of the body with
a screwdriver. Place handle on stem and rotate
counterclockwise approximately 1/4 turn after the
stop has been contacted. Lift valve cartridge out
of body.
3. To remove seats and springs.
Remove valve cartridge. Separate cap assembly
from the housing assembly by rotating the cap
assembly counterclockwise 90 o (degrees).
Separate cap and housing assemblies.
4. If the water in your area has lime, rust, sand
or other contaminants in it, your pressure
balance valve will require periodic inspection.
The frequency of the inspection will depend
on the amount of contaminants in the water. To
inspect valve cartridge remove it and follow the
steps in note 1 above. Turn the valve to the full
mix position and shake the cartridge vigorously.
If there is a rattling sound, the unit is functional
and can be reinstalled following instructions given
in note 1 above. If there is no rattle, replace the
housing assembly with the proper RP.
5. Push disc until fully seated. See page 6 for
more details
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