American Standard Spectra Versa 9038824 User manual

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read these instructions carefully before you begin.
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.
M985007 Rev. 1.0 (4/19)
Spectra Versa™
Shower System
ROUGHING-IN DIMENSIONS:
• For reference 6-1/4"
(159 mm)
45˚
32" or 44"
(813 mm or 1118 mm)
2-15/16"
(74.6 mm)
Ø 7/8"
(22 mm)
5-7/16"
(138 mm)
1-1/2"
(38.8 mm)
FINISHED
WALL
69"
(1753 mm)
24" or 36"
(610 mm or 914 mm)
29" or 41"
(737 mm or 1041 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
9038824
(24" Bar 1.8 gpm)
9038834
(36" Bar 1.8 gpm)
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) or 36" (914 mm) depending on model.
Optional: The shower bar itself may be used as a template in place of measuring. Slide the shower bar onto Adapter (3), attach
Adapter (4) to the shower bar, and mark the location of the two mounting holes from Adapter (4) on the wall.
• 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) ush 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
1A1
5
24" (610 mm)
or
36" (914 mm)
Center
Line
Center
Line
6

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• 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.
5
3
2
3
4
1
5
2
3
2
4
6
6
2
14
3
2A
4
2
1A1
5
24" (610 mm)
or
36" (914 mm)
Center
Line
Center
Line

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• Slide shower Arm (1) into T-Holder (2).
• Secure Shower Arm (1) with Set Screw (3).
• Install Shower Head (4) onto Shower Arm (1).
5
3
2
3
4
1
5
2
3
2
4
6
6
2
1
4
3
2A
4
2
1A1
5
24" (610 mm)
or
36" (914 mm)
Center
Line
Center
Line
INSTALL SHOWER ARM AND SHOWER HEAD

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4THREAD HOSE
• 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.
5
3
2
3
4
1
5
2
3
2
4
6
6
2
1
4
3
2A
4
2
1A1
5
24" (610 mm)
or
36" (914 mm)
Center
Line
Center
Line