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4.
The appliance is fitted with an inlet connector assembly that is designed to accept
plumbing supplies from the top, bottom or back. The water supply can be fed with 15
mm pipe or 10 mm microbore pipe, suitably adapted into the inlet connector assembly.
If 10 mm microbore is used, then an allowance for increased pressure loss must be
made to ensure that the minimum maintained inlet pressure is achieved.
5.
Do not
fit the appliance to the wall and tile up to the case. The appliance must be
fitted onto a finished flat and even wall surface. This is important as difficulty may
be encountered when fitting the cover and subsequent operation of the unit could be
impaired (small pillars moulded on to the back of the case allow air circulation).
6.
Use only the inlet connector assembly supplied with the appliance, do not use any
other types of fitting.
7.
Refrain from applying excessive force when making any connections. Always provide
mechanical support when making the plumbing connections.
8.
Back entry plumbing is accommodated without the need to recess the compression
connector, however, it is advisable to seal around the incoming mains-fed supply to
prevent water ingress into the wall.
9.
Do not install the appliance in a position where it may become frozen.
The
shower unit must not be fitted where it may be exposed to freezing conditions. The
shower unit must not be used if suspected of being frozen.
10.
We recommend that a non-restrictive (free flowing) isolating valve is fitted in the
cold water supply pipe to allow the complete maintenance of the appliance.
Do not
use a valve with a loose washer plate (jumper) as this can lead to a build up of static
pressure.
11.
To avoid damage to the case when soldered fittings are used, pre-solder the pipework
and fittings before connecting them to the inlet stub.
12.
The appliance is fitted with a ½ " BSP male outlet thread, to accept an Essentials
shower hose.
13.
Supply pipework MUST be flushed to clear debris before connecting the appliance.
14.
When installed in very hard water areas (above 200 ppm temporary hardness) your
installer may advise the installation of a water treatment device, to reduce the
effects of limescale formation. Appliance malfunction due to excessive limescale
formation is not covered by the manufacturer’s guarantee. Your local water company
will be able to advise on the hardness of water in your area.
