Allen + Roth 873X-7104 User manual

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Serial Number Purchase Date _________________________
Tub & Shower Faucet
ITEM # 2517121
MODEL # 873X-7104
Español p. 12
VR20188
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Shower Flange 1
B Shower Arm 1
C Showerhead 1
D Valve Body 1
E Escutcheon 1
F Handle Assembly 1
G Plug 1
H Tub Spout 1
I Plaster guard 1
J Screw 2
K Bonnet (Preassembled to Valve Body (D)) 1
A
B
C
F
L
K
E
D
G
H
I
J
L Cartridge (Preassembled to Valve Body (D)) 1

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the
product.
WARNING
• Follow the installation instructions carefully. Proper installation is the installer’s responsibility.
• Failure to follow correct installation procedures can result in the faucet being loose, which can
result in serious injury.
CAUTION
• Check local building codes before you begin installation to ensure compliance.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Prepare the bath area for installation:
a. Shut off the water supply to the tub and shower.
Note: This may require shutting off the main water
supply to your home.
b. Verify that the hole sizes and positions in the
wall are correct. Here are the recommended
component measurements:
– Shower and Spout Outlet Hole: 1-1/4 in.
diameter
– Valve Access Hole: 6 in. diameter
– Recommended Valve Depth to Finished Wall:
2-1/2 in. min. to 3 in. max. Ensure that the
black template plate’s surface is with the
exterior surface of the wall. Position
the valve body correctly in the wall. The 8 in.
minimum from the valve body to the tub spout
is required for proper operation.
PREPARATION
Before beginning the assembly of this product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with
the package contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product.
Contact customer service for replacement parts.
Estimated Assembly Time: 120 minutes (including removal of old faucet)
Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Adjustable Wrench, Phillips Screwdriver,Thread Sealant
Tape
Helpful Tools (not included): Safety Goggles
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30 in.
Tub & Shower
8 in. Min.
48 in.
Shower Only
1 1/4 in. Diamter
1 1/4 in. Diameter
48 in.
Tub & Shower
Refer to
the step 2
30 in.
Shower Only
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2. Unscrew the screws (J), and remove the plaster
guard (I).
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3. Installing the supply connections:
a. Wrap thread sealant tape around the pipe threads
in a clockwise direction, as shown.
b. Connect the hot and cold water supply lines
(1, not included), the shower (2, not included) and
tub outlet pipes (3, not included) to the valve body
(D). Connect the pipe elbows (4, not included) to
the ends of both pipes, and tighten with a wrench.
See Figure 3a.
c. If you do not wish to install the tub outlet, thread
the plug (G) into the bottom outlet. See Figure 3b.
NOTE: Be sure to position the body (D) correctly in
the wall, with the markings "UP" facing upward.
The hot water supply lines go into the H inlet,
and the cold water supply lines go into the C inlet.
Do not use PEX or CPVC between the valve
and spout.
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I
J
3a
HOT COLD
4
D
4
2
3
1
Copper
or IPS
3b
4
2
1
G
HOT COLD
D

4. Back to back installation
If the hot and cold inlets are reversed (hot on right
and cold on left), remove the screw (I), inverter (J),
and bonnet (K) from the valve body (D) with reversed
supply connections. Rotate the cartridge (L) 180°,
so H appears on the right. Install the cartridge making
sure that the key is fully engaged with the slot in the
valve body (D). Slide the bonnet (K) over the cartridge
(L) and thread them onto the valve body (D). Hand
tighten securely. Reassemble the inverter (J) and
screw (I). If you are not making a reverse or back to
back installation, skip this step and continue with the
step 5.
NOTE: Never install the valve body (D) upside down!
5. Flushing:
a. Attach the handle assembly (F) by threading the
base of the handle assembly (F) onto the valve
body (D) and twisting clockwise until secure.
b. Turn the handle assembly (F) to the on position.
Turn on the hot and cold water supply lines and
allow the water to flow from the outlets for one
minute, or until all foreign matter has been
flushed out. Check for leaks.
c. Shut off the water at the faucet and supply lines.
Remove the handle assembly (F).
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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6. Place the plaster guard (I) onto the body (D) and
secure with the screws (J).
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Normal Installation
Reverse Installation
Cold Hot
Cold
Hot
Normal
Installation
(changes
not
required)
Cold
Hot
Reverse
Installation
D
H
H
K
L
F
5
D
I
J
D
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8. Install the tub spout (H):
Install tub spout. Place the tub spout (H) onto
quick connection until the spout becomes flush
with the finished wall and tighten screw (1) with
Allen wrench (Hex: 2.5mm).
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9. Before installing the escutcheon, remove the plastic
cap (1) from the valve body (D) by twisting the cap
in a clockwise direction.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
7. Install the shower arm (B):
a. Insert the long end of the shower arm (B) through
the flange (A), then wrap thread sealant tape
around long end of the shower arm (B) in a
clockwise direction, as shown.
b. Install the long end of the shower arm (B) into the
pipe elbow inside the wall. Tighten the shower
arm (B), do not over tighten.
c. Wrap thread sealant tape around the pipe threads
of the tub spout outlet (1, not included) in a clockwise
direction, as shown. Connect the tub spout outlet
pipe (the tub spout outlet pipe should project
1-1/2 in. to 2 in. from the finished wall) to the
lower pipe elbow (2, not included). Tighten the elbow
and tub spout outlet pipe connections with a wrench.
D
1
9
8
H
1
1-1/2 in. to
2 in.
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Wall
1
1
2
B
A

11. Installing the escutcheon, handle and showerhead:
a. Attach the handle assembly (F) by threading the
base of the handle assembly (F) onto the valve stem
of the valve body (D) and twisting clockwise until
secure. Do not overtighten the handle assembly (F) a
s this could damage the escutcheon (E).
b. Install the showerhead (C) to the end of the shower
arm (B) by twisting in a clockwise direction.
Hand-tighten only.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
10. Checking for leaks:
a. Attach the handle assembly (F) by threading the
base of the handle assembly (F) onto the valve
body (D) and twisting clockwise until secure. Turn
the handle assembly (F) to the on position.
b. When the valve is turned on, water normally flows
through the tub spout (H). To activate the shower,
turn the valve on and pull the knob (1) up. Hold the
knob (1) until the water flows continiously from the
shower arm (B).
c. Check for leaks.
d. Shut off the water at the faucet and supply lines.
Remove the handle assembly (F).
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Up for
shower
F
H
1
H
D
10
F
C
Down
B
E
D

2. Remember the position of the stop ring (1) on
the cartridge assembly (L). Remove the stop
ring (1) from the cartridge assembly (L).
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ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE LIMITER AND WATER FLOW ON THE VALVE
1. Unscrew and remove the handle assembly (F) and
escutcheon (E) from the valve body (D).
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1
The limiter on the valve can be set to allow partial or full access to hot water by limiting how far the
handle can be turned to the hot side of the valve. The limiter is typically set at the factory to allow only
warm water to pass through the valve. Follow the directions in this section if you wish to adjust the
amount of hot water that is allowed through the valve.
D
E
F
L
1

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ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE LIMITER AND WATER FLOW ON THE VALVE
3. To adjust for the desired maximum water temperature:
a. For colder water, adjust the stop ring (1) in a
clockwise direction and reinstall the stop ring (1)
onto the cartridge assembly (L).
b. For hotter water, adjust the stop ring (1) in a
counterclockwise direction and reinstall the stop
ring (1) onto the cartridge assembly (L).
NOTE: A thermometer (not included) can be held
in the running water to aid in reaching the desired
water temperature.
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D
E
F
4. Replace the escutcheon (E) and handle assembly (F)
back onto the valve body (D). Do not overtighten the
handle (F) as this could damage the escutcheon (E).
NOTE: Rotate the cartridge stem (1) clockwise to
turn off the water before you install the handle.
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3
For colder water For hotter water
3
LL
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• Clean carefully by gently wiping with a grit-free damp cloth.
• Use only mild soap with water.
• Never use acids, harsh chemicals, or abrasive detergents to clean the faucet surface.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE NOITCAEVITCERROC
The showerhead
has reduced water
flow.
The showerhead is dirty. 1. Remove the showerhead and
clear any debris clogged at the
shower connection.
2. If the problem occurs after clearing
the debris, call customer service
for a new showerhead and replace
it after you receive the new
showerhead.
The tub spout has
no or reduced water
flow.
Angle stops or stop valves are not
open completely.
Open angle stops and stop valves
completely. (Rotating the stop valves
with a flathead screwdriver (not
included) in a counterclockwise
direction until the stop valves cannot
rotate. This is the position where the
stop valves are open completely.)
There is a leak from
showerhead and
shower arm
connection.
1. Using the thread sealant tape to
seal the showerhead and shower arm
connection.
2. The seal washer in the showerhead
is missing.
1. Remove the showerhead, remove
the thread sealant tape between
showerhead and shower arm, then
attach the showerhead to shower
arm directly. Because there is a seal
washer in the showerhead, it has a
seal function.
2. Call customer service for a new
showerhead and replace it after you
receive the new showerhead.
There is a leak from
under the handle or
there is a leak from
the spout when the
faucet is off.
1. The bonnet nut is not tight enough.
2. The cartridge is damaged.
1. Remove the handle and retighten
the bonnet nut.
2. If the problem occurs after
retightening the bonnet nut, call
customer service for a new cartridge
and replace it after you receive the
new cartridge.
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