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- Page 1 E L E C T R I C S H O W E R I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E Register your shower today to activate your FREE guarantee Call now on 0800 408 4864 Quoting GAGX771B Can we help you? 01959 560760...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Important information - Safety information - Connections - Isolating valves - Siting - Pressures - Pressure relief device Product overview Components Pipework installation Electrical installation - Mains voltage connection - Electrical rating - Wiring installation - Earth bonding Showerhead installation Front cover preparation Front cover installation and shower commissioning User instructions... -
Page 4: Important Information
INSTRUCTION CONCERNING THE USE OF THE APPLIANCE BY A PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR SAFETY. CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THAT THEY DO NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE. THE GAINSBOROUGH SHOWER IS SUITABLE FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Connections This shower unit is designed for use with 15mm British Standard pipe and suitable for top, bottom or rear entry pipe work and cable connections. -
Page 5: Pressure Relief Device
Pressure relief device (PRD) To meet European standards, the shower unit features an integral pressure relief device (PRD). The PRD provides a degree of shower unit protection should an excessive build up of pressure occur within the shower. DO NOT operate the shower with a damaged or kinked hose or blocked shower head, as this causes the PRD to operate. Failure to follow this instruction will invalidate the guarantee. -
Page 6: Pipework Installation
Prior to starting, ensure you are familiar with the necessary plumbing and electrical regulations and legislation required to install the product correctly and safely. Gainsborough reserves the right to revoke the terms of the warranty should access to the service connections be denied by the use of solid setting infill material. -
Page 7: Electrical Installation
Fit the back plate assembly onto the water supply connection fix to the wall using appropriate screws (not supplied). Prior to fixing the shower unit, ensure pipe end is clean and slightly lubricated (Silicon based lubricants or petroleum jelly are suitable). Chromed pipes must have the chrome plating removed from the length of the pipe that enters the showers plastic inlet connector. -
Page 8: Mains Voltage Connection
Switch must be outside Switch must Zone 2 Zone 2 be outside Zone 2 Zone 2 Zone 1 Zone 1 Zone 2 2.25m Zone 1 Zone 3 Zone 2 Zone 1 2.25m Zone 2 Zone 0 Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 0 Zone 2 Zone 2... -
Page 9: Electrical Rating
The shower unit must only be fitted to a 230-240V ac supply. Before making any connections within the installation make sure that no terminal is live. If in doubt, switch off the whole installation at the consumer unit or switch fuse (where fitted). The shower unit must be connected to its own independent electrical circuit. -
Page 10: Wiring Installation
Notes:- 1. Cable selection is dependant on de-rating factors detailed in the notes below 2. In certain installations the combination of low voltage and extended cable lengths may result in loss of power and a consequential reduction in flow rates. 3. -
Page 11: Earth Bonding
Earth bonding The installation must be earth bonded in accordance with current regulations Where earth bonding of the premises is not evident, it may be necessary to run a bonding cable back to the earth terminal at the consumer unit. Shower head installation The shower head should be sited close to the shower unit, not necessary on the same wall, but so that the unit is not subjected to continuous spray. - Page 12 Without fitting the shower head or cover, connect the hose to the shower outlet to allow the water to discharge safely to waste. Ensure that the hose is straight and not kinked or bent (due to packaging). Ensuring the electric supply remains isolated turn on the water supplies.
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Page 13: User Instructions
Adjust the temperature control knob to provide the desired temperature. Allow a few seconds after each adjustment for the temperature to stabilise. A cool shower can be achieved with the temperature control knob set towards the cold direction. When the unit is fully commissioned please remove the warning label on the front cover and fit the badge supplied as shown User Instructions TO TURN ON AND SET THE TEMPERATURE... -
Page 14: Trouble Shooting Guide
Trouble shooting guide Page 1 of 4 ! These checks must only be performed by a competent person Symptom Possible cause Action Won’t switch on/ Button mechanism not Refit cover according to page 12 (front cover installation switch off latching fully. and shower commissioning section) checking for obstacles, ie cable, tiles. - Page 15 Trouble shooting guide Page 2 of 4 ! These checks must only be performed by a competent person Symptom Possible cause Action Flow adequate Water flow too high Reduce the flow by slowly turning the temperature but water too control knob in a clockwise direction. cold, or not hot No Electrical power enough.
- Page 16 Trouble shooting guide Page 3 of 4 ! These checks must only be performed by a competent person Symptom Possible cause Action Spray plate blocked wth Clean handset spray plate - see cleaning and Water too hot scale or debris maintenance section Isolate electricity for shower at fuse box, remove cover Water pressure too low.
- Page 17 Trouble shooting guide Page 4 of 4 ! These checks must only be performed by a competent person Symptom Possible cause Action Water runs from Pressure Relief Device Ensure the correct supplied handset is used and clean around hose (PRD) has operated due from limescale.
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Page 18: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning & maintenance Your electric shower unit should be cleaned using only a soft cloth and washing up liquid. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS. To reduce the requirements for chemical decaling in hard water areas, the shower head incorporates rub clean teats. Any scale build up that may occur in any of the holes can be broken down by gently rubbing the flexible tips of the jets during use. - Page 20 The original manufacturer does not accept any liability under the WEEE directive within the UK. In other EU countries the WEEE directive may apply and, at end of life, product must be disposed of at a suitable WEEE recycling centre Gainsborough Bathroom Products Limited Customer Service Department The Flyer’s Way...
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