American Standard Spectra Versa 9038804 User manual

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RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND MATERIALS
Most of the procedures require the use of common tools and materials, which are available from hardware and plumbing
supply stores. It is essential that the tools and materials be on hand before work is begun.
M985008 (2/19)
Spectra Versa™
Shower System
ROUGHING-IN DIMENSIONS:
• For reference
24±1/8"
(610±3 mm)
29-15/16±3/16"
(761±4 mm)
14-7/8±1/16"
(378±2 mm)
23-7/8"
(606.6 mm)
2-15/16"
(74.6 mm)
Ø 7/8"
(22 mm)
1-1/2"
(38.8 mm)
FINISHED
WALL
69"
(1753 mm)
MIN. 1"– MAX. 2-5/16"
(25 – 58 mm)
DrillPhillips Head Screwdriver Level
10'
Tape Measure Plumbers Tape
O-Ring Grease
CARE AND CLEANING
Do: Simply rinse the product clean with clear water, dry with a soft cotton flannel cloth.
Do Not: Clean the product with soaps, acid, polish, abrasives, harsh cleaners, or a cloth with a coarse surface.
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
9038804
(1.8gpm)
9035804
(2.5gpm)
Certied to comply with ANSI A112.18.1M

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• Remove Old Shower Arm (1).
• STEP 1a Install adapter (3) by screwing it onto the pipe.
Optional: Adapter (3) must protrude from the wall a minimum distance of 1" (25 mm) and a maximum distance of
2-5/16" (58 mm). Install Extension Nut (5) by screwing it onto the pipe if extension is necessary.
• Mark the bottom center line. Use a level to help mark the vertical center line for the mounting location. The distance between
the two mounting holes is 24" (610mm).
• The adjustable shower bar works best if secured to a wall stud or cross brace within the wall using screws supplied.
Note: This dimension is important and must be maintained. If Bottom Adapter (4) is secured to a stud or cross brace
with in the wall, drill small pilot holes for SCREWS (2).
• For installations on drywall or tiled walls: Use ANCHORS (2A) and SCREWS (2) for securing ESCUTCHEON to nished wall.
Drill two 1/4" (6 mm) dia. holes a minimum of 1-3/4" (44 mm) deep. Insert the two ANCHORS (2A) flush with face
of the nished wall.
Optional: Bottom Adapter May also be installed using DOUBLE SIDED TAPE (6) (already installed on the back surface).
For proper installation wipe clean the surface. Peel off the backing and place it at a desired location. Apply pressure
and hold it for 30 seconds before releasing it. Note: This installation requires 24 hours of dry wall.
INSTALL WALL ANCHORS
5
3
2
3
4
1
5
2
3
2
4
6
6
2
14
3
2A
4
2
24"
(610 mm)
1A1
5
Center
Line
Center
Line
6

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2INSTALL SHOWER BAR
5
3
2
3
4
1
5
2
3
2
4
6
6
2
14
3
2A
4
2
24"
(610 mm)
1A1
5
Center
Line
Center
Line
• Slide Escutcheon (1) and (2) onto the Shower Bar (5).
• Apply o-ring grease to the two o-rings on Adapter (3).
• Install Shower Bar (5) onto Adapter (3) and (4).
• Tighten Set Screws (6).
• Slide Escutcheon (1) and (2) against the wall.

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3
5
3
2
3
4
5
3
6
4
7
7
8
1
2A
4
2
24"
(610 mm)
2
1A1
1
5
2
4
3
Center
Line
Center
Line
INSTALL SHOWER ARM AND SHOWER HEAD
• Slide shower Arm (1) into T-Holder (2).
Optional: Slide 5"Extension Rod (5) into T-holder (2) and slide Shower Arm (1) into 5"Extension Rod (5).
• Secure Shower Arm (1) with Set Screw (3).
• Install Shower Head (4) onto Shower Arm (1).

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4THREAD HOSE
5
3
2
3
4
5
3
6
4
7
7
8
1
2A
4
2
24"
(610 mm)
2
1A1
1
5
2
4
3
Center
Line
Center
Line
• Thread Hose (1) onto shower bar.
• Direct Spray into tub and turn hand shower valve on to clear any debris.
• Thread Hose (1) into Hand Shower (2).
• Use KNOB (3) on HOLDER (4) to adjust hand Shower (2) height on the slide bar.
• Press Button (5) to cycle through the shower modes to ensure functionality.