InTRoDuCTIon Thank you for purchasing a quality Mira product. To enjoy the full potential of your new shower, please take time to read this guide thoroughly, and keep it handy for future reference. The Mira Event XS is a surface mounted all-in-one manual power shower. It is designed for use with a mains voltage electrical supply and gravity fed hot and cold water supplies.
Make sure that any pipework that could become frozen is properly insulated. 1.5. Do noT operate the Mira Event XS if it is frozen. Allow the Mira Event XS to thaw before using again. 1.6. Do noT operate the Mira Event XS if water leaks from the unit, maintenance will be required before the Mira Event XS can be safely used.
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2.9 Sunburn or skin conditions can increase your sensitivity to hot water. Make sure that you set the shower to a cooler temperature. 2.10. when the Mira Event XS has reached the end of its serviceable life, it should be disposed of in a safe manner, in accordance with current local authority...
PACk ConTenTs CheCklIsT Tick the appropriate boxes to familiarise yourself with the part names and to confirm that the parts are included. 1 x Event XS M Manual Power Shower 1 x Push-Fit release tool 3 x rubber wall Plugs...
(not supplied) with a minimum 3 mm contact separation in each pole. 3.2. Power supply connection – The Mira Event XS is fitted with a terminal block which will accept cable up to 2.5 mm². Minimum cable size (cross-sectional area) required under normal installation conditions is 1 mm 3.3.
1.7. The Mira Event XS must be fitted onto the finished wall surface i.e. on top of the tiles. Do not fit the Mira Event XS to the wall and then tile up to the sides of the casing. (Small pillars moulded on the back of the case allow air to circulate and water to drain from behind the appliance).
0.5 bar. 3.11. Long pipe runs and excessive use of 90° elbows will significantly reduce the head available to supply the Event XS. If the effective head is less than 80 mm then: 3.11.1 The expected flow rate may not be achieved.
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C = Total length of 15 mm pipe in cold water supply pipe run* D = Total length of 22 mm pipe in cold water supply pipe run* *Measure from the base of the cold water cistern to the relevant inlet port on the Mira Event XS. Hot Water Supply Cold Water Supply...
Cistern other Cold hose retaining Supply Draw offs ring missing vent Cold Pipe Supply Strained hose this layout is not suitable Side D.h.W. for the Mira Event XS. Entry *Incorrect supply Boss connections other hot Draw offs Incorrect Installation...
Decide where to site the Mira Event XS power shower. It should be positioned at a height convenient for all the family. The fittings should be fitted so the handset sprays away from the Mira Event XS, either down the centre line of the bath or across the shower cubicle opening.
2. Configuring Inlet Supplies The Mira Event XS is supplied with blanking plugs fitted to all four ports of the inlet manifold. The pipework configuration will determine which blanking plugs and case inserts supplied must be fitted to the case.
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This procedure removes the top two Cover retaining blanking plugs from the inlet manifold Screws for top or wall entry pipe configurations. Using this procedure as a guide, adjust the steps for bottom entry configurations as appropriate. 2.1. Remove the temperature knob concealing cap.
Using this procedure as a guide, adjust the steps for alternative water supply or electrical supply configurations as appropriate. 3.1. Decide on a suitable location for the Mira Event XS avoiding buried cables and pipes. leave a minimum hose retaining ring...
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3.9. Run the electrical supply cable in covering the cable channel. surface mounted miniature trunking (not supplied). Allow sufficient cable to connect to the Mira Event Miniature trunking XS terminal block (approximately 275 mm). Strip back approximately 30 mm of outer cable insulation.
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Run the hot and cold water supply pipes at 28 mm centres, ensuring that the pipe ends project into the Mira Event XS by 30 mm to allow connection into the inlet manifold. Caution! Do not use stainless steel piping for inlet pipework.
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The fixing holes are elongated to assist in vertical and horizontal alignment. 3.14. Screw the Mira Event XS to the wall using either the supplied wall screws or alternative fixings depending on the wall structure.
CoMMIssIonInG 1. General Commissioning 1.1. Make sure the flow control knob is turned to the "stop" position and the electrical supply is isolated. If applicable remove the appropriate circuit fuse. Flow Control Caution! Do not over-tighten the Knob hose connector. 1.2.
1.4. Turn the flow control knob clockwise to the "stop" position to stop the flow of water. note! if the Mira Event XS is used continuously for a prolonged period the self-resetting thermal trip fitted may operate. This will shutdown...
FAulT DIAGnosIs 1. user Maintenance The Mira Event XS is fully performance tested after assembly. Providing the Mira Event XS has been correctly installed and is operated as advised, difficulties should not arise. In the unlikely event that you experience problems with your appliance then the following procedure will enable you to undertake basic fault finding before contacting the person responsible for installing your shower.
2. Installer Maintenance The Mira Event XS is one part of an entire plumbing system. The fitting of a pump places additional requirements on the plumbing system. Some systems may require plumbing modifications to allow them to cope with higher flow rates.
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Check power supply. PCB failure. renew the PCB. Motor overheated, thermal If the thermal switch operates switch operated. repeatedly contact Kohler Mira for further advice. Pump speed does not change. PCB failure. renew the PCB. Low or no water flow.
MAInTenAnCe 1. General read the section 'Important safety Information' first. If any maintenance is required then it must carried out by a competent tradesperson for whom the maintenance instructions are provided. Before replacing any parts ensure that the underlying cause of the malfunction has been resolved. Warning! There are no user serviceable components beneath the cover of the appliance.
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Filter Cap 4.6. Refit the cover and secure with the three cover retaining screws, refit the temperature knob and concealing cap. 4.7. Restore the electrical supply. 4.8. Commission the Mira Event XS, refer to section: 'Commissioning'.
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5.5. Using the push-fit release tool, push back and hold the collets from the supply pipework, lift the Mira Event XS from the wall to remove the supply pipework from the inlet manifold. 5.6. remove the screws securing the inlet manifold and mixer assembly using a T10 Torx screwdriver.
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Inlet Manifold / Mixer assembly 5.12. refit the cover and secure by interface Seals tightening the three cover retaining screws, refit the temperature control knob and concealing cap. 5.13. Commission the Mira Event XS, refer to section: 'Commissioning'.
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You have the assurance of a ● Water or electrical supply, waste and isolation issues. fully trained Mira Technician, genuine Mira spare parts and a 12 month guarantee on any chargeable work done. ● Compensation for loss of use of the product or consequential loss of any kind.
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