Installation and Operating Instructions
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1. Ref Description Part No fe ae gt 1 Power neon P07810900 lt e he o 2 Thermal cut out main 22010070 E DA a 1 3 Switch carriage 7052197 aig Camshaft assembly 82800480 Microswitch and wire assy 82300970 8 5kW and 9 5kW Microswitch and wire assy 82301260 L 10 5kW ii 4 Can assembly 8 5kW S07810700 Can assembly 9 5kW S 07810701 aa Can assembly 10 5kW 84500530 5 Stabiliser valve assy 82600550 8 5kW and 9 5kW g Stabiliser valve assy 82600760 E 10 5kW 6 Solenoid valve assy 83300450 EAS 9 7 Outlet pipe assembly 507811000 8 incl terminal block amp wires ef 8 Pressure Relief Device 82800450 TO y 9 Trimplate 7052921 iS 10 Cover assembly P07810600 woy T M S 11 Pipe trim backplate trimplate 7052920 gt a Microswitch on off 22003230 p eee Brown wire 2160458 a T C O to m switch Brown wire 2160459 m switch to solenoid 12 Flexible hose 22007500 13 Showerhead 5 mode 22006750 14 Soap dish with shower gel holder 22010720 Riser rail 7042409 Showerhead holder 22010690 Brackets and trims 22010700 Ivory Il FAULT FINDING IMPORTANT Switch OFF the electricity at the mains supply and remove the circuit fuse before removing the cover from the2. The cable entry points are shown in fig 1 oe f The cable can be surface clipped hidden or via 1 Terminal block 6 Solenoid valve 20mm conduit 2 Thermal cut out main 7 Elements f 3 Thermal cut out outlet 8 Element Note Conduit entry can only be from rear Route 4 Microswitches 10 5kW unit only the cable into the shower unit and connect to the 5 Start stop microswitch 9 Neon terminal block fig 13 as follows XX a Earth cable to terminal marked E Neutral cable to terminal marked N Terminal CHO Live cable to terminal marked L block OO IMPORTANT Fully tighten the terminal block screws and ensure that no cable insulation is trapped under the screws Loose connections J can result in cable overheating Note The supply cable earth conductor must be S sleeved The outer sheath of the supply cable must be stripped back to the minimum Q amp The supply cable must be secured either by routing through conduit or in trunking or by embedding in the wall in accordance with current IEE regulations The use of connections within the unit or other points in the shower circuit to supply power to Fig 13 other equipment i e extractor fans pumps etc will invalidate the guarantee DO NOT switch on the electricity supply until the cover has been fitted if Va l ii Ivory Il Note The elements on U
3. 4 2 1 Is water supply mains or tank fed 4 2 2 If tank fed replumb to mains water supply or see 4 2 4 4 2 3 If mains fed ensure that mains stopvalve is fully open and that there are no other restrictions in the supply while shower is in use or see 4 2 4 4 2 4 Fit pump to give minimum pressure see rating label Contact Customer Service for advice 4 3 1 Re adjust flow rate to give reduced flow 4 3 2 Select high power 4 4 1 Have unit checked by suitably qualified electrician or contact Triton Customer Service 4 5 1 The thermal safety cut out device has operated Have the unit checked by a suitably qualified service engineer or contact Customer Service Ivory Il FAULT FINDING continued Problem Symptom Cause Action cure 5 Shower varies 5 1 Water pressure has 5 1 1 Wait until the water pressure resumes to from normal dropped below minimum normal temperature to cold required during use 6 Pressure relief 6 1 Blocked sprayhead 6 1 1 Clean or replace blocked sprayplate in device has operated sprayhead and then fit new PRD water ejected from PRD tube 6 2 Twisted blocked 6 2 1 Check for free passage through hose flexible shower hose Replace the hose if necessary and fit new PRD 6 3 Sprayhead not 6 3 1 Fit new PRD Commission unit with removed whilst sprayhead removed commissioning Note Identify cause of operation before fitting new PRD unit When fitting a new PRD follow the commissioning
4. CV11 4NR Customer Service T 024 7637 2222 Scottish and Northern Ireland Customer Service T 08457 626591 Trade Installer Hotline T 024 7632 5491 Fax 024 7632 4564 www tritonshowers co uk E mail technical triton plc uk
5. Note An additional stopvalve complying with Water Byelaws Regulations MUST be fitted in the mains water supply to the shower as an independent means of isolating the water in order to carry out maintenance or servicing IMPORTANT Before completing the connection of the water supply to the inlet of the shower and in compliance with Water Regulations flush out the pipework to remove all swarf 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 the 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 Ivory Il va a 15mm x 15mm compression fitting Fig 12 Note The inlet fitting is designed to enter a compression fitting only DO NOT use push fit connectors as full engagement cannot be guaranteed DO NOT use excessive force when making these connections 10 5kW element connections Ensure the backplate is square on the wall and tighten the two retaining screws which hold it to the wall Turn on the mains water supply and check for leaks in the pipework connection to the shower Note At this stage no water can flow through the unit ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY Fig 12 shows a schematic wiring diagram
6. and permissible circuit length Ivory Il x WATER REQUIREMENTS Mains electric supply The installation must be in accordance with via double pole switch Water Regulations Byelaws To ensure activation of the heating elements the shower must be connected to a mains water supply with a minimum running pressure of 100kPa 1 0 bar at a minimum flow rate of eight litres per minute for the 8 5kW rated model and nine litres per minute for the 9 5kW rated model For the 10 5kW rated shower the minimum running pressure must be 150kPa 1 5 bar at a minimum flow rate of eleven litres per minute Isolating i stopvalve For all models the maximum static pressure must be 1000kPa 10 bar Note If the stated flow rates are not available it Mains may not be possible to achieve optimum aes performance from the unit throughout the year During periods 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 fifteen metres for the 10 5kW Fig 4 model above the sprayhead It must be an independent supply to the shower only Separate permanently connected supply from consumer unit Diagrammatic view not to scale Ne _ If it is intended to operate the shower at pressures above the maximum or below the
7. flow of water to be obtained whilst air and any debris is being dispersed from the shower ll When a smooth flow of water is obtained rotate the temperature control from 1 to 10 several times to release any trapped air within the unit Once flushing out has been completed stop the i _ water flow by turning the power selector to the STOP position Fit the sprayhead to the flexible hose and place in SS the sprayhead holder The shower is now ready for normal operation Fig 34 OPERATING THE SHOWER Note Ensure the commissioning procedure has been carried out To start the shower Turning the power selector to the red or green symbol positions will commence water to flow Ivory Il To stop the shower Switch the power selector to the STOP position and water will cease to flow WARNING If restarting immediately after stopping be aware that a slug of hot water will be expelled for the first few seconds To use the power selector The power selector has four positions stop cold economy and high as shown in fig 35 STOP is to switch off the electric and water supply at the shower no flow or power used Green symbol is cold water only Adjustment of the temperature control at this setting will only alter the force of the water from the sprayhead IT WILL NOT ALTER THE WATER TEMPERATURE Single red symbol is an economy setting for using less power d
8. minimum stated contact Customer Service for advice Fig 4 shows a typical system layout Do not use jointing compounds on any pipe fittings for the installation SITING OF THE SHOWER WARNING THE SHOWER MUST NOT BE POSITIONED WHERE IT WILL BE SUBJECTED TO FREEZING CONDITIONS FOR EASE OF SERVICING THE UNIT MUST ALWAYS BE MOUNTED ON THE SURFACE OF TILED WALLS NEVER TILE UP TO THE UNIT Refer to fig 5 for correct siting of shower Position the unit where it will NOT be in direct Ivory Il contact with water from the sprayhead Position the shower unit vertically Allow sufficient room between the ceiling and the shower to access the cover top screws Note Water Regulations require the sprayhead be constrained by a fixed or sliding attachment so that it can only discharge water at a point not less than 25mm above the spill over level of the relevant bath shower tray or other fixed appliance The use of the supplied retaining ring will in most cases meet this requirement but if the sprayhead can be placed within a bath basin or shower tray 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
9. procedure It is advised all electrical maintenance repairs to the shower should be carried out by a suitably qualified person A MORCROS Company TRITON STANDARD GUARANTEE Triton Plc guarantee this product against all mechanical and electrical defects arising from faulty workmanship or materials for a period of two years for domestic use only from the date of purchase provided that it has been installed by a competent person in full accordance with the fitting instructions Any part found to be defective during this guarantee period we undertake to repair or replace at our option without charge so long as it has been properly maintained and operated in accordance with the operating instructions and has not been subject to misuse or damage This product must not be taken apart modified or repaired except by a person authorised by Triton Plc This guarantee applies only to products installed within the United Kingdom and does not apply to products used commercially This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights What is not covered 1 Breakdown due to a use other than domestic use by you or your resident family b wilful act or Service Policy In the event of a complaint occurring the following procedure should be followed 1 Telephone Customer Service on 024 7637 2222 08457 626591 in Scotland and in Northern Ireland having available the model number and power rating of the product together with th
10. shower while attempting any fault finding inside the unit Problem Symptom Cause Action cure 1 Shower inoperable no water flow 1 1 Interrupted power supply 1 2 Unit malfunction 1 1 1 Blown fuse or circuit breaker Check supply Renew or reset fuse or circuit breaker If it fails again consult a qualified electrician 1 1 2 Power cut Check other appliances and if necessary contact local Electricity Supply Co 1 2 1 Have unit checked Ring Customer Service 2 Water too hot 2 1 Not enough water flowing through the shower 2 2 Blockage in supply 2 3 Increase in ambient water temperature 2 1 1 Increase flow rate via temperature control 2 1 2 Blocked sprayhead clean or replace blocked sprayplate in sprayhead 2 2 1 Check if stop valves are fully open Check if a blockage in the inlet filter 2 3 1 Readjust flow rate to give increased flow 2 3 2 Select economy power 3 Water temperature cycling hot cool at intervals 3 1 Heater cycling on temperature limiter 3 1 1 See Water too hot causes 2 1 2 2 and 2 3 and their appropriate action cures If it continues contact Triton Customer Service 4 Water too cool or cold 4 1 Too much flow 4 2 Water pressure below minimum required see rating label 4 3 Reduction in ambient water temperature 4 4 Electrical malfunction 4 5 Safety cut out operated 4 1 1 Reduce flow rate via temperature control
11. the rail fig 22 below the holder assembly Place the rail onto the installed lower bracket Replace the Ivory Il upper bracket onto the rail and secure the bracket to the wall with the screws supplied fig 23 E Place a trim cover onto each bracket ensuring the large protrusion at the narrow end of the trim cover engages into the slot between the rail and bracket fig 24 before pushing and clicking the other end into place fig 25 F Snap the soap dish onto the rail above the shower gel holder Slide the dish down the rail and fit onto the shower gel holder fig 26 FITTING THE HOSE AND SPRAYHEAD Feed the flexible hose through the shower gel holder aperture fig27 in order that the holder acts as a retaining ring Water Regulations Screw the flexible hose to the shower outlet and sprayhead fig 28 ensuring the supplied washers are in place at both ends of the flexible hose Place the sprayhead into the holder fig 29 and check that it fits correctly Note The holder is slightly tapered and the sprayhead and hose will only fit from one direction IMPORTANT It is the conical end of the hose which grips into the holder The sprayhead will not fit in the holder without the hose attached ADJUSTING THE SPRAYHEAD HOLDER Ensuring that you have a firm grip of the sprayhead pull the slider holder lever towards you As the holder assembly slackens the sprayhead holder will also loosen Set the d
12. CE OF THE SHOWER The hardness of the water will determine the frequency of cleaning For example if the shower is used every day in a very hard water area it may be necessary to clean the showerhead on a weekly basis Showerhead removal procedure A we ji le iif Remove the showerhead from flexible hose Hee Remove the spray cartridge by locating the spray Ne B7 key provided into the spray cartridge recesses and unscrew anti clockwise fig 38 Remove the two small black O ring seals from the rear of the spray cartridge fig 39 Rinse the O rings clean Scrub the spray cartridge with a small stiff bristle brush not wire bristles to remove limescale deposits fig 40 Pay particular attention to exterior grooves on the spray cartridge DO NOT use a pin or similar to poke the holes otherwise the efficiency of the shower spray will be impaired Ivory Il If necessary immerse and soak the sprayplate in a proprietory descalent overnight to remove stubborn deposits Ensure all traces of scale have been removed and thoroughly rinse in clean water afterwards fig 41 Brush and thoroughly clean the inside of the showerhead and rinse out fig 42 Replace the two small black O ring seals on the rear of the spray cartridge fig 43 A light smear of petroleum jelly on the O ring seals will ensure an easy fit into their locating grooves Refit the spray cartridge to showerhe
13. K models are to 240V specification and will give a lower kW rating if the voltage supply is below 240V REPLACING THE COVER Locate the trimplate into the backplate and secure with the two fixing screws The power selector spindle must be aligned as shown fig 14 To ensure that the temperature control is correctly positioned on the stabilising valve temporarily place the cover in position so that the splines engage and rotate the temperature control fully anti clockwise Remove the cover and position the temperature control knob so that it points to the 1 position fig 15 Position the power selector to the STOP position fig 16 Replace the cover squarely to the backplate and guide into position so that the knobs locate correctly into the splined spindles Should any difficulty arise recheck the points above Secure the cover in position with the four retaining screws Ivory Il FITTING THE RISER RAIL 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 residual current device RCD is recommended Decide the position for the rail on the wall within the shower area Proceed as follows A Offer one of the two brackets to the wall for az the lower position only Note there are three holes Fig 19 ie in the brackets but two screws will usually be CY 7i
14. LATING SWITCH WHEN NOT IN USE To decrease the shower temperature Turn the temperature control anti clockwise this will increase the flow of water through the shower and be indicated by the lower numbers To increase the shower temperature Turn the temperature control clockwise this will decrease the flow of water through the shower and be indicated by the higher numbers Note It is advisable to be certain that the showering temperature is satisfactory by testing with your hand before stepping under the sprayhead There will always be a time delay of ten to fifteen seconds between selecting a flow rate and the water reaching the stable temperature for that flow rate CAUTION It is recommended that persons who may have difficulty understanding or operating the shower controls should not be left unattended whilst showering Special consideration should be given to young children and the less able bodied WARNING After any servicing of the mains water supply always ensure the unit is started on COLD in order to purge any air in the pipework OPERATING FUNCTIONS Power on indicator fig 36 When the electricity supply to the shower is switched on at the isolating switch the power indicator will light Note however that should the safety cut out device operate the indicator will remain lit Low water pressure cut out If the water pressure falls below the minimum required for correct operation of t
15. Stabilising valve 305 mm 10 Terminal block 11 Earth connection 12 Solenoid valve 13 Water inlet 14 Outlet temperature limiter 15 Pressure relief device PRD lt 16 Trimplate 17 Shower outlet Pack contents Shower unit Sprayhead NOTE Wiring has not been depicted for reason of clarity N J Riser rail kit and fittings Soap dish Flexible hose Screw fixing kit Instructions guarantee etc Ivory Il ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The installation supply cable and circuit protection must conform with IEE wiring regulations and be sufficient for the amperage required The following notes are for guidance only 1 The shower must only be connected to a 230 240V ac supply If you are installing a shower with a kilowatt rating above 9kW it is advisable to contact the local electricity supply company 1 1 The electrical rating of the shower is shown on the rating label fig 2 within the unit Shepperton Park Caldwell Road Nuneaton Warks CV11 4NR MODEL 230 240V ru IPX4 MAX PRESSURE MIN PRESSURE RATED PRESSURE MODEL No 00000000 SERIAL No 00000000 Fig 2 Fig 3 schematic of installation circuit Pull cord isolating switch 2 Before making any sort of electrical connection within the installation ensure that no erminal is live If in any doubt switch off the whole installation
16. TRITON Peas fae el Sh oe en oe k Ivory I electric shower arer TAR le m il ooo m a p Installation and Operating instructions INSTALLERS PLEASE NOTE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO BE LEFT WITH THE USER 2180340D Jan 2003 Ivory Il CONTENTS Page Important safety information 1 Introduction 2 Advice to users 2 Key to main components 3 Electrical requirements 4 5 Water requirements 6 Siting of the shower 6 7 Fitting the shower to the wall 8 Plumbing connections 9 Electrical connections 10 Replacing the cover 11 Fitting the riser rail 12 Fitting the hose and sprayhead 13 Adjusting the sprayhead holder 13 Commissioning 14 Operating the shower 15 16 Operating functions 16 Adjusting the showerhead 17 Cleaning 17 18 Cleaning the inlet filter 18 Spare parts 19 Fault finding 20 21 Guarantee service policy etc rear cover To ensure the product suitability for commercial and multiple installations please contact Triton s specification advisory service prior to installation Telephone 024 7632 5491 Facsimile 024 7632 4564 E mail technical triton plc uk Ivory Il PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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 DO NOT operate shower if frozen or suspected of being frozen It must th
17. ad and tighten with the spray key fig 44 Note If incorrectly fitted water will seep between the spray cartridge and showerhead assembly Before replacing the showerhead on the hose direct the hose to waste and turn the temperature control fully anti clockwise Then switch the electricity supply back on and start the shower by turning the selector to the COLD position This operation will flush out any loose scale deposits in the unit Stop after approximately thirty seconds and replace the showerhead on the hose INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLERS AND SERVICE ENGINEERS ONLY Cleaning the inlet filter It is recommended that the filter is periodically cleaned in order to maintain the performance of the shower It is essential that this operation is carried out by a competent person SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY Remove the cover The inlet filter is situated in the inlet pipe which is part of the solenoid valve fig 45 To gain access to the filter will require the trimplate to be removed and disconnecting and removal of the compression fitting Also depending on the incoming pipework arrangements if there is not enough slack in the pipework it could mean the removal of the unit from the wall Filter 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 Ivory Il SPARE PARTS
18. apaa sufficient However the centre hole must be used so mark this and either of the other two Drill and plug the wall The wallplugs provided are suitable for most brick walls use an appropriate masonry drill but if the wall is plasterboard or a soft building block you must use special wallplugs and an appropriate drill obtainable from most hardware stores Replace the bracket to the wall and secure to the N wall with the screws supplied fig 17 Locate the rail onto this lower bracket ensuring the rail engages fully on the bracket Ensure the indent in the riser rail engages into the cut out on the bracket end fig 18 B Locate the second bracket on top of the rail Again mark the centre hole plus one of the other two holes Ensure the rail is vertical Remove the bracket and rail Drill and plug the wall Lever C Push the sprayhead holder into the saddle and turn to secure fig 19 Ensure that the narrow end faces down Fit the lever into the saddle and turn so that the thumb lever is facing towards you fig 20 Slide the assembly onto the rail Tighten to the rail by pushing the lever away from you When tight the lever should be facing upwards If not slacken off and remove from the rail Rotate the lever 180 within the slider holder assembly then replace onto the rail and tighten Ensure the narrow end of the sprayhead holder is in the lowermost position D Slide the shower gel holder onto
19. at the consumer unit 3 The shower must be connected to its own independent electrical circuit IT MUST NOT be connected to a ring main spur socket outlet ighting circuit or cooker circuit 3 1 The electrical supply must be adequate for he loading of the unit and existing circuits 4 Check your consumer unit main fuse box has a main switch rating of 80A or above and that it has a spare fuse way which will take the fuse or mcb necessary for the shower fig 3 4 1 If your consumer unit has a rating below 80A or if there is no spare fuse way then the installation will not be straight forward and may require a new consumer unit serving the house or just the shower 4 2 You will need to contact the local electricity company They will check the circuit and carry out what is necessary They will also check the main bonding 5 The earth continuity conductor of the electrical installation must be effectively connected electrically to all exposed metal parts of other appliances and services in the room in which the shower is to be installed to conform to current IEE regulations Pere Table A RCD rA N R CIRCUIT PROTECTION unit cartridge rating mcb fuse 7 0kW 30 32A 30A Bie 7 5kW 32A 35A in it 8 0kW 40A 35A 20A or 100A pp 8 5kW 40A 45A 9 0kW 40A 45A 9 5kW 40 45A 45A 10 5kW 45A 45A Ne A Ivory Il ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 5 1 All exposed metallic parts in the bathroom must be bonded together usin
20. aw ou DO NOT operate the unit if the sprayhead or spray hose becomes damaged DO NOT restrict flow out of the shower by placing sprayhead in direct contact wi DO NOT operate the shower if water ceases to flow during use or if water has en 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 1 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 unit after fixing to wall 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 Triton Scale Inhibitor contact Triton Customer Service 1 8 The sprayplate and cartridge must be cleaned regularly with descalent to remove scale and debris otherwise restrictions to
21. e date of purchase 2 Triton Customer Service will be able to confirm whether the fault can be rectified by either the provision of a replacement part or a site visit from a qualified Triton service engineer 3 If a service call is required it will be booked and the date of call confirmed In order to expedite your request please have your postcode available when booking a service call 4 It is essential that you or an appointed representative who must be a person of 18 years of age or more is present during the service engineer s visit and receipt of purchase is shown 5 A charge will be made in the event of an aborted service call by you but not by us or where a call under the terms of guarantee has been booked and he failure is not product related i e scaling and urring incorrect water pressure pressure relief device operation electrical installation faults 6 If the product is no longer covered by the guarantee a charge will be made for the site visit and or any parts supplied 7 Service charges are based on the account being settled when work is complete the engineer will then request payment for the invoice If this is not made to he service engineer or settled within ten working days an administration charge will be added neglect c any malfunction resulting from the incorrect use or quality of electricity gas or water or incorrect setting of controls d faulty installation 2 Repair costs for damage caused b
22. esired height and tighten by pushing the lever Once secure the angle of the sprayhead can then be adjusted fig 30 Fig 28 Sprayhead l C P4 NA TI N Fig 29 Fig 30 Sprayhead 4 Holder To loosen Ivory Il COMMISSIONING The first operation of the shower is intended to flush out any remaining unit debris and to ensure the heater unit contains water before the elements are switched on This operation must be carried out with the flexible hose screwed to the outlet but without the sprayhead attached Ensure the outlet of the flexible hose is directed to waste Before turning on the electric and mains water supplies to the shower ensure that the power selector is at the STOP position fig 31 and the temperature control is rotated fully clockwise to 10 the minimum flow position fig 32 Note Failure to turn the control to 10 may cause the PRD to operate Turn on the mains water supply to the shower at the isolating stop valve and then turn on the electric supply to the shower at the isolating switch The power indicator will light Switch the power selector to the COLD position fig 33 and wait until water starts to flow from the flexible hose Slowly rotate the temperature control fully anti clockwise to 1 the maximum flow position fig 34 It will take approximately thirty seconds for a smooth
23. g a cable of at least 4mm cross sectional area These parts include metal baths radiators water pipes taps and waste fittings 6 For close circuit protection DO NOT use a rewireable fuse Instead use a suitably rated miniature circuit breaker MCB or cartridge fuse see table A 6 1 In the interest of electrical safety a 30MA residual current device RCD should be installed in all UK electric and pumped shower circuits This may be part of the consumer unit or a separate unit 7 A 45 amp double pole isolating switch with a minimum contact gap of 3mm in both poles must be incorporated in the circuit 7 1 It must have a mechanical indicator showing when the switch is in the OFF position and the wiring must be connected to the switch without the use of a plug or socket outlet 7 2 The switch must be accessible and clearly identifiable but out of reach of a person using a fixed bath or shower except for the cord of a cord operated switch and should be placed so Table B r N Twin and earth PVC insulated cable CURRENT CARRYING CAPACITY clipped direct or installed inan in conduit buried in a non insulated wall or trunking insulated wall 6mm 6mm 6mm 32A 38A 46A 10mm 10mm 10mm 43A 52A 63A 16mm 16mm 16mm 57A 69A 85A Note Cable selection is dependent on derating factors that it is not possible to touch the switch body while standing in a bath or shower cubicle It should be readi
24. he shower power will be switched off to the heating elements preventing any maintained temperature rises water will continue to flow Power will automatically be restored when adequate water pressure returns Temperature limiter During normal operation if an overheat temperature is sensed power to the elements will be reduced Water will continue to flow When the temperature has cooled sufficiently power to Ivory Il the elements will be automatically restored to the previous setting at the time of interruption Safety cut out The unit is fitted with a non resettable thermal cut out safety device In the event of abnormal operation which could cause unsafe temperatures within the unit the device will disconnect the heating elements It will require a visit from a qualified engineer to determine the nature of the fault and replace the safety device once the unit has been repaired ADJUSTING THE SHOWERHEAD Five showerhead patterns are available as shown in fig 37 Adjustment is by turning the bezel on the showerhead in either direction until the desired pattern is obtained CLEANING Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaning fluids The shower unit riser rail hose etc should be cleaned using a soft cloth and warm water It is advised before cleaning to turn the isolation switch off thus avoiding the shower being accidentally switched on IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE SHOWERHEAD CLEAN TO MAINTAIN THE PERFORMAN
25. lat otherwise difficulty Jl may be encountered when fitting the cover and subsequent operation of the unit may be impaired ert Unscrew the two top and two bottom retaining TRITON screws fig 6 and lift the cover from the backplate To facilitate the pipe and cable connections remove the trimplate by removing the two fixings screws fig 7 Entry positions for the mains water and electric cable are from the top bottom either side or from the back Note Deviations from the designated entry points 7 will invalidate product approvals If a bottom entry lt has been chosen fit the supplied pipe trim in the top of the backplate fig 8 If a top entry has been chosen fit the supplied pipe trim in the bottom of the trimplate fig 9 If a side entry is required the trimplate side will have to be cut With the elbow compression fitted e on the outlet temporarily place the trimplate into 3 position then mark the pipe entry on the side of g the trimplate Carefully remove the appropriate Ve area by using a junior hacksaw If installing a feed pipe from the back or bottom Fig 7 sj the centre of the inlet valve to the wall surface is 20mm fig 10 Fig 8 N Note If entry is from the back the nut of the compression fitting will be partially behind the surface of the wall fig 10 Thi
26. ly accessible to switch off after using the shower 8 Where shower cubicles are located in any rooms other than bathrooms all socket outlets in those rooms must be protected by a 30mA RCD 9 The current carrying capacity of the cable must be at least that of the shower circuit protection see table B 9 1 To obtain full advantage of the power provided by the shower use the shortest cable route possible from the consumer unit to the shower 9 2 It is also necessary to satisfy the disconnection time and thermal constraints which mean that for any given combination of current demand voltage drop and cable size there is a maximum permissible circuit length 10 The shower circuit should be separated from other circuits by at least twice the diameter of the cable or conduit 10 1 The current rating will be reduced if the cabling is bunched with others surrounded by thermal loft or wall insulation or placed in areas where the ambient temperature is above 30 C Under these conditions derating factors apply and it is necessary to select a larger cable size 10 2 In the majority of installations the cable will unavoidably be placed in one or more of the above conditions This being so it is strongly recommended to use a minimum of 10mm cabling throughout the shower installation 10 3 In any event it is essential that individual site conditions are assessed by a competent electrician in order to determine correct cable size
27. operate the shower with a damaged or kinked shower hose or a blocked sprayhead which can cause the PRD to operate When commissioning the sprayhead must be removed from the flexible hose while at the same time the temperature control must be at the minimum flow position Failure to follow this procedure may also cause the PRD to operate Ensure the shower is positioned over a bath or shower tray because if the PRD operates then water will eject from the bottom of the unit Should this happen turn off the electricity and water supplies to the shower at the isolating switch and stopvalve Contact Customer Service for advice on replacing the PRD Shower unit can be mounted either side of riser rail Height of sprayhead and shower to suit user s requirement Mains cold water supply either top side bottom or rear entry 1 IA Shower unit 25mm minimum must not AN a E c be within z an area 1 metre Outline of bath from base i shower tray ir or cubicle i SEERE ao Se E a a a r A Fig 5 Diagrammatic view not to scale Ivory Il Va FITTING THE SHOWER TO THE WALL Fig 6 a A gt A Note The control knobs are an integral part of i isa the cover do not attempt to remove them IMPORTANT The unit must be mounted on a power flat surface which covers the full width and gt length of the backplate It is important that woy IE TO the wall surface is f
28. s area MUST be left clear when plastering over the pipework in order to make the nut accessible for future adjustments After choosing the site for the shower use the backplate as a template and mark the two fixing holes fig 11 Drill and plug to suit the fixing screws supplied The wallplugs provided are suitable for most brick walls use an appropriate masonry drill but if the wall is plasterboard or a soft building block you Ivory Il must use special wallplugs and an appropriate drill obtainable from most hardware stores Screw the top fixing screw into position leaving the base of the screw head protruding 6mm 0 25in out from the wall Hook the backplate over the top screw and fit the bottom fixing screw into position Do not fully tighten the screws at this stage as the fixing holes are elongated to allow for out of square adjustment after the plumbing connections have been completed PLUMBING CONNECTIONS Plumbing to precede wiring WARNING The outlet of the shower acts as a vent and must not be connected to anything other than the hose and sprayhead supplied DO NOT use jointing compounds on any pipe fittings for the installation DO NOT use soldered fittings within the vicinity of the shower unit Standard 15mm x 15mm brass compression fittings MUST be used to connect to the inlet of the shower
29. system 3 4 Ensure all electrical connections are tight to prevent overheating 3 5 Fuses do not give personal protection against electric shock 3 6 To enhance electrical safety a 30mA residual current device RCD should be installed in all UK electric and pumped shower circuits This may be part of the consumer unit or a separate unit 3 7 Switch off immediately at isolating switch if water ceases to flow during use 3 8 Other electrical equipment i e extractor fans pumps must not be connected to the circuits within the unit 3 9 Switch off at isolating switch when not in use This is a safety procedure recommended with all electrical appliances 3 10 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 Ivory Il INTRODUCTION This book contains all the necessary fitting and operating instructions for your Triton Ivory II electric shower Please read them carefully The shower installation must be carried out by a suitably qualified person and in the sequence of this instruction book Care taken during the installation will ensure a long trouble free life from your shower SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Nominal power rating at 240V 8 5kW 40A MCB rating 9 5kW 40A MCB rating 10 5kW 45A MCB rating Water Inlet connection 15mm diameter Outle
30. t connection 1 2 BSP male thread Nominal power rating at 230V 7 8kW 40A MCB rating 8 7kW 40A MCB rating 9 6kW 45A MCB rating Entry Points Water top bottom back left or right Cable top bottom back left or right Materials Backplate cover controls sprayhead ABS Sprayplate Acetal Elements Minerally insulated corrosion resistant metal sheathing Dimensions Height 305mm Width 210mm Depth 110mm Standards and Approvals Waterproof rating IPX4 Complies with the requirements of current British and European safety standards for household and similar electrical appliances Complies with requirements of the British Electrotechnical Approvals Board BEAB Meets with Compliance with European Community Directives CE ADVICE TO USERS The following points will help you understand how the shower operates A The electric heating elements operate at a constant rate at your chosen power setting It is he flow rate of the water passing through the heater unit which determines the shower emperature at any given setting The slower the low the hotter the water becomes and the faster he flow the cooler the water B During Winter mains water supply will be cooler than in Summer Therefore the emperature of the shower will vary between seasons on any one setting of the temperature control e g if you have chosen setting number 6 as your preferred shower temperat
31. the flow on the outlet of the unit will result in higher temperatures and could also cause the Pressure Relief Device in 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 6700 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 appliance as heat transfer can damage components before using h your body ered inside the 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 sprayhead finger tightness is sufficient 2 6 All plumbing connections MUST be completed BEFORE making the electrical connections 3 ELECTRICAL 3 1 The installation must comply with BS 7671 Requirements for electrical installations IEE wiring 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
32. ure in the Summer you will have to increase that number during Winter by adjusting the temperature control clockwise which in effect slows the water flow C The stabiliser valve minimises variations in shower temperature during mains water pressure changes If changes in shower temperature are experienced during normal use it will most likely be caused by the water pressure falling near to or below the minimum level The drop in pressure may be due to water being drawn off at other points in the house whilst the shower is in use If pressure drops appreciably below the minimum the heating elements will automatically cut out If ever the water becomes too hot and you cannot obtain cooler water first check that the sprayplate in the sprayhead has not become blocked DO NOT place items such as soap or shampoo bottles on top of the unit Liquid could seep through the joint between the cover and backplate and possibly damage the sealing rubber Replacement parts can be ordered from Customer Service See spare parts for details and part numbers Due to continuous improvement and updating specification may be altered without prior notice Ivory Il KEY TO MAIN COMPONENTS Inside unit fig 1 1 Top cable pipe entry kA 2 Wall screw fixings 3 Cover screw fixings 4 Thermal safety cut out main 5 Power selector assembly 6 Power neon 7 Can and element assembly 8 Pressure switch assembly 255 mm 9
33. uring warmer months Temperature adjustment at this setting is via the 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 Double red symbol is a high setting which allows the highest flow achievable for your preferred temperature This setting should normally be regarded as optimum shower performance throughout the year Temperature adjustment at this setting is via the temperature control To adjust the shower temperature Alter the water temperature by increasing or decreasing the flow rate of the water through the shower via the temperature control fig 35 After obtaining your preferred shower temperature the number can be remembered and left as the normal setting and should only need to be altered to compensate for seasonal changes in ambient water temperature Note The preferred number on economy will give a different temperature to the same number position on high a Fig 35 a Power selector ae Temperature control temperature TRITON Ivory Il Power on indicator SA stop NOTE IN NORMAL USE IT IS IN ORDER TO LEAVE THE WATER SUPPLY PERMANENTLY ON TO THE SHOWER UNIT BUT AS WITH MOST ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES THE UNIT MUST BE SWITCHED OFF AT THE ISO
34. y foreign objects or substances 3 Total loss of the product due to non availability of parts 4 Compensation for loss of use of the product or consequential loss of any kind 5 Call out charges where no fault has been found with the appliance 6 The cost of repair or replacement of pressure relief devices sprayheads hoses riser rails and or wall brackets isolating switches electrical cable fuses and or circuit breakers or any other accessories installed at the same time 7 The cost of routine maintenance adjustments overhaul modifications or loss or damage arising therefrom including the cost of repairing damage breakdown malfunction caused by corrosion furring pipe scaling lime scale system debris or frost Replacement Parts Policy Availability It is the policy of Triton to maintain availability of parts for the current range of products for supply after the guarantee has expired Stocks of spare parts will be maintained for the duration of the product s manufacture and for a period of five years thereafter In the event of a spare part not being available a substitute part will be supplied Payment The following payment methods can be used to obtain spare parts 1 By post pre payment of pro forma invoice by cheque or money order 2 By telephone quoting credit card MasterCard or Visa details 3 By website order www tritonshowers co uk Triton Plc Shepperton Park Caldwell Road Nuneaton Warwickshire
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