7.5, 8.5, 9.5 and 10.8 kw electric shower (29 pages)
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Mira Elite SE 9.8kW and 10.8kW Pumped Electric Shower For SPARES, ADVICE or REPAIRS Please call us on 01 531 9337 for (Eire only) or 0800 001 4040 (UK only) Installation and User Guide These instructions must be left with the user...
Important Safety Information WARNING - This shower can deliver scalding temperatures, cause fire, electric shock or other personal injury if not operated, or maintained in accordance with the instructions, warnings and cautions contained in this guide and on the appliance. Please read the important safety information and the operation section of this guide before using the shower.
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Ensure that any pipework that could become frozen is properly insulated. 21. Warning! DO NOT connect the outlet of the shower to any tap, control valve, trigger operated handset or showerhead other than those specified for use with this shower as the outlet acts as a vent for the tank body. Only Kohler Mira recommended accessories should be used. 1383572-W2-A...
22. DO NOT perform any unspecified modifications, or drill or cut holes in the product other than instructed by this guide. When servicing only use genuine Kohler Mira replacement parts. 23. Always check the water temperature is safe before entering the shower. 24. The water supplies to this product must be isolated if the product is not to be used for a long period of time.
Pack Contents Pumped Electric Shower 1 x Olive 1 x Compression Nut 3 x Screws 3 x Wall Plugs 1 x Pumped Electric Shower 1383572-W2-A...
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Shower Fitting 2 x Slide Bar Support 2 x Cap 2 x Mounting Pack 1 x Slide Bar 1 x Showerhead Multimode 1 x Clamp Bracket 1 x Shower Hose 2 x Hose Seal 1 x Retaining Ring 1383572-W2-A...
Products manufactured by Kohler Mira Ltd are designed to be safe, provided that they are installed, used and maintained in good working order, in accordance with our instructions and recommendations.
Specifications Dimensions Height 363 mm Width 270 mm Depth 82 mm (110 mm including Dials) Variant Plumbing 9.8 kW and 10.8 kW Maximum Static Pressure 100 kPa (1.0 bar) Minimum Static Pressure 0.8 kPa (0.008 bar) Maximum Inlet Temperature 30°C Minimum Inlet Temperature 2°C Inlet Connection...
Eco-Design/Energy Labelling Product Information Indicative annual electricity consumption (kWh), based upon 2100 Wh daily water energy demand. Actual electricity consumption will depend on kW rating and the duration and frequency of use. Mira Elite SE 9.8 kW 10.8 kW Load Profile Efficiency Class Efficiency (%) 39.0...
Installation Requirements Plumbing 1. The plumbing installation must comply with all national or local water regulations and all relevant building regulations, or any particular regulation or practice specified by the local water supply company. 2. The shower is designed to operate with a gravity fed water supply providing a pressure from 0.8 kPa* (0.008 bar / 80 millimetres head) to 100 kPa (1 bar / 10 metres head, the vertical distance from the base of the cold water cistern to the top of the shower unit).
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3. DO NOT install the product in a position or location 200 mm that will limit access for servicing. 4. A suitable position for the shower will have a minimum clear distance of 200 mm above and below the shower unit to allow for cover removal and refitting. 5. T he position of the shower and shower fittings must provide a minimum air gap of 25 mm between the showerhead and the spill over level of any bath,...
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6. The shower is suitable for installation within the shower area. The shower is fitted with an internal pressure relief valve and must be installed over a water catchment area. 7. Position the shower where the controls are at a convenient height for the user. Position the showerhead so that the water sprays in line with the bath or across the opening of a shower cubicle.
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Pipework Long pipe runs and excessive use of 90° elbow fittings will significantly reduce the available head to supply the shower unit. The pipework table provided should be used to ensure that an adequate pressure is available for any given application. Pipework Schematic Diagram Use the following table to calculate the dimension (x) to give a minimum effective head of 80 mm required to produce a satisfactory shower in all conditions. The example below is based on the “Pipework Schematic Diagram”...
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Electrical 1. The electrical installation must comply with BS 7671 (commonly referred to as the IEE Wiring Regulations) and all relevant building regulations, or any particular regulation or practice specified by the local electricity supply company. 2. Ensure that all circuit protection devices, switches and cabling are adequate for the rated current of the shower and that the rating of the electricity supply company fuse and the consumer unit are adequate for the additional demand.
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Shower Unit Wiring Diagram 1383572-W2-A...
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Install the Shower Warning! Isolate the electrical and water supplies before installing the shower. Decide on a suitable position for the shower unit and fittings. See “Installation - Plumbing” and seperate fittings guide if fitting dual product. Remove the four screws that holds the cover Screws on and remove the cover. Remove the bungs. Use the installation template provided, level and mark the positions of the three fixing holes.
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Determine the direction and route of the incoming water supply: falling (entering the shower from the top), or rising (entering the shower from the bottom). Note: Top entry water inlets are preferable to reduce the risk of pipework airlocks. Note: Thoroughly flush the supply pipe before connecting to the product.
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Rotate the inlet connector to suit the direction of the incoming water supply. Fix the shower unit to the wall, 3 x No. 8 x 1¼” screws and wall plugs are supplied. See “Installation - Plumbing” for further details. 1383572-W2-A...
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Check the inlet filter is in position before connecting inlet supply. Connect the inlet supply pipe to the inlet connector using the compression nut and olive (supplied). DO NOT use jointing pastes to make water connection. Support the inlet connector as shown when tightening compression fitting.
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Ensure the earth bonding complies with relevant regulations. Fit the service tunnel. Ensure the control dials are aligned with the spindles and replace the cover. Tighten the four cover screws (DO NOT use electric screwdrivers to tighten the screws). DO NOT use alternative screws to secure the cover.
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Install the Shower Fittings Note: For Dual Fittings Installation please refer to the separate installation guide supplied. Ø 8 m m Ø 8 m m We recommend that the slide bar is installed with the ends flush. Mark the wall fixing positions and drill two holes to suit the wall fixings. Caution! Do not drill into cables or pipes in the wall.
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Insert the wall plugs and fix the mounting brackets and secure with the wall screws. Note: Check for vertical alignment before tightening. The mounting brackets are slotted to aid this alignment. Then fully tighten. Assemble the clamp bracket, hose retaining ring, slide bar supports and caps to the slide bar. Slide Bar Support (x2) Make sure that the wall screws are flush...
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Install the slide bar assembly onto the mounting brackets. Tighten the 2 x M4 screws with the supplied 3 mm hexagonal key. Caution! DO NOT force assembly on to the mounting brackets, re-align a slide bar support if required. Fit a hose seal into the conical nut and screw onto the outlet of the shower.
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Commissioning Installer: Make sure you follow the commissioning procedure to check the function and performance before using the shower for the first time. Make sure that all users are familiar with the operation of the shower. Pass on this guide to the homeowner. Ensure electrical supply Turn power control to Turn temperature control...
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Slowly rotate the bleed valve anti-clockwise until air bleeds from the pump housing. When water flows from the bleed valve this indicates that air is removed, and the pump is primed. Important! Do not completely remove the bleed valve. Close the bleed valve by rotating clockwise. Do not overtighten. Switch on the electrical supply.
User Operation Read the section “Important Safety Information” first. Switch on the electrical supply. Push START/STOP button. Anti-Clockwise = Clockwise = Set power control to low / eco / high. Cooler Warmer Low = No heating elements turned on Eco = 1 heating element on (Summer) Adjust showering temperature as High =2 heating elements on (Winter) required.
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Push START/STOP button. Shower Switch off the electrical supply. turns off and water flow stops. A small amount of water may continue to drain/drip from the overhead shower or handset shower until the head is empty. ALWAYS switch the shower off at the electrical isolating switch when not in use. This is recommended with all electrical appliances. Warning! Turning the shower off and back on during showering may result in unstable temperatures at the showerhead.
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Please note when altering the shower temperature... CAUTION! Altering the temperature control rapidly can cause the water temperature to become briefly hotter or colder than required. For best results, adjust the temperature control a small amount and allow the temperature to stabilise. Continue to adjust until a comfortable showering temperature is reached.
User Trouble Shooting If the malfunction has not been detailed in the fault finding table or it was not possible to correct the malfunction, professional assistance may be required. Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy Switch on the electrical supply via the pull Isolator switch in the off position cord or wall mounted switch Shower fails to operate Fuse blown or MCB/RCD tripped, Renew the fuse or reset the MCB/RCD. If fault indicating possible electrical fault...
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Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy Turn the power control to eco and readjust Controls are set too high. the temperature control. Shower cycles from hot to cold. Remove and clean. Check hose and Filter, Hose or shower head blocked. replace if necessary. No change in Shower’s Flow Valve, Microswitch or Contact your installer to replace parts as...
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Inspecting the Hose Important! The shower hose should be inspected periodically for damage or internal collapse, internal collapse can restrict the flow rate from the showerhead and may cause damage to the shower. Unscrew the hose from the showerhead and the shower outlet. Inspect the hose.
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Dual Outlet Single Outlet Lower the handset into the water Put the divertor in handset mode catchment area. and lower the handset into the water catchment area. Insert a suitable coin or an 8 mm Turn power control to Low. hexagonal key into the cap and turn to Turn temperature control to the full cold.
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