Aspirante XR User manual

Installers please note these InstructIons are to be left wIth the user
2180498G January 2008
Installation and
Operating
Instructions
ASPIRANTE XR
Electronic
shower

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Important safety information 1
Introduction 2
Specifications 2
Advice to users 2
Main components 3
Electrical requirements 4
Water requirements 6
Siting of the shower 7
Fitting the shower to the wall 8
Plumbing connections 10
Electrical connections 11
Commissioning 12
Replacing the cover 14
Operating the shower 15
Operating functions 17
Cleaning 18
Adjusting the showerhead 19
Cleaning the showerhead 20
Instructions for installers and service engineers only 21
Spare parts 22
Fault finding 24
Guarantee, service policy, etc. rear cover
To check the product suitability for commercial and multiple installations, please contact Triton’s
specification advisory service before installation.
Telephone:
Facsimile:
E mail:
0870 067 3767
0870 067 3334
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CONTENTS Page

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Important safety information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
A-002-A
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
a)
b)
c)
1.7
1.8
1.9
2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
3
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
GENERAL
Isolate the electrical and water supplies before
removing the cover.
Read all of these instructions and retain them
for later use.
DO NOT take risks with plumbing or electrical
equipment.
Isolate electrical and water supplies before
proceeding with the installation.
The unit must be mounted onto the finished
wall surface (on top of the tiles). Do not tile up
to unit after fixing to wall.
Contact Customer Service (see back page), if
any of the following occur:
If it is intended to operate the shower at
pressures above the maximum or below the
minimum stated.
If the unit shows a distinct change in
performance.
If the shower is frozen.
If it is intended to operate the shower in areas
of hard water (above 200 ppm temporary
hardness), a scale inhibitor may have to be
fitted. For advice on the Triton Scale Inhibitor,
contact Triton Customer Service.
The showerhead must be cleaned regularly
with descalent to remove scale and debris,
otherwise restrictions to the flow on the outlet
of the unit will result in higher temperatures
and could also cause the Pressure Relief Device
in the unit to operate.
This product is not suitable for mounting into
steam rooms or steam cubicles.
PLUMBING
The plumbing installation must comply with
Water Regulations, Building Regulations or any
particular regulations as specified by Local
Water Company or Water Undertakers and
should be in accordance with BS 6700.
The supply pipe must be flushed to clear
debris before connecting to the shower unit.
DO NOT solder pipes or fittings within
300mm of the shower unit, as heat can
transfer along the pipework and damage
components.
DO NOT fit any form of outlet flow control as
the outlet acts as a vent for the heater can.
DO NOT use excessive force when making
connections to the flexible hose or
showerhead, finger tight is sufficient.
All plumbing connections must be completed
before making the electrical connections.
ELECTRICAL
The installation must comply with BS 7671
‘Requirements for electrical installations’ (IEE
wiring regulations), building regulations or
any particular regulations as specified by the
local Electrical Supply Company.
This appliance MUST be earthed.
In accordance with ‘The Plugs and Sockets etc.
(Safety) Regulations 1994’, this appliance is
intended to be permanently connected to the
fixed wiring of the electrical mains system.
Make sure all electrical connections are tight
to prevent overheating.
Fuses do not give personal protection against
electric shock.
To enhance electrical safety a 30mA residual
current device (RCD) must be installed in all
UK electric and pumped shower circuits. This
may be part of the consumer unit or a
separate unit.
Switch off immediately at isolating switch if
water ceases to flow during use.
Other electrical equipment other than waste
pumps must not be connected to the circuits
within the unit.
Switch off at isolating switch when not in use.
This is a safety procedure recommended with
all electrical appliances.
As with all electrical appliances it is
recommended to have the shower and
installation checked at least every two years by
a competent electrician to ensure there is no
deterioration due to age and usage.
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Products manufactured by Triton are safe and without risk provided they are installed, used and
maintained in good working order in accordance with our instructions and recommendations.
WARNING: DO NOT operate shower if frozen, or suspected of being frozen. It must thaw
out before using.
DO NOT operate the unit if the showerhead or spray hose becomes damaged.
DO NOT restrict flow out of shower by placing showerhead in direct contact with your body.
DO NOT operate the shower if water ceases to flow during use or if water has entered inside
the unit because of an incorrectly fitted cover.
PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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INTRODUCTION
This book contains all the necessary fitting and
operating instructions for your Aspirante electric
shower. Please read them carefully.
The shower installation must be carried out by a
suitably qualified person and in the sequence of
this instruction book.
Care taken during the installation will provide a
long, trouble-free life from your shower.
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical
Nominal power Nominal power
rating at 240V rating at 230V
9.5kW – (40A MCB rating) 8.7kW – (40A MCB rating)
10.5kW – (45A MCB rating) 9.6kW – (45A MCB rating)
Water
Inlet connection – 15 mm diameter.
Outlet connection – ½” BSP male thread.
Entry Points
Water – bottom, back or right-hand side entry.
Cable – top or back.
Materials
Backplate, cover, controls, showerhead – ABS.
Sprayplate – Acetal.
Elements – Minerally insulated corrosion resistant
metal sheathing.
Dimensions
Height – 309 mm
Width – 212 mm
Depth – 95 mm
Standards and Approvals
Splashproof rating IPX4.
Complies with the requirements of current British
and European safety standards for household
and similar electrical appliances.
Complies with requirements of the British
Electrotechnical Approvals Board (BEAB).
Meets with Compliance with European
Community Directives (CE).
The following points will help you understand
how the shower operates:
a. The electric heating elements operate at a
constant rate at your chosen power setting.
It is the rate of the water passing through
the heater can which determines the water
temperature. (The slower the flow, the hotter
the water becomes; the faster the flow, the
cooler the water.)
b. During winter the mains water supply will
be cooler than in the summer, so the flow
rate will vary between seasons at any one
temperature setting. At different times of the
year you may have to adjust the position of
the temperature control to maintain your
desired temperature setting.
c. The stabiliser valve minimises variations in
shower temperature during mains water
pressure changes. If changes in shower
temperature are experienced during normal
use, it will most likely be caused by the
water pressure falling near to or below the
minimum level. The drop in pressure may
be due to water being drawn off at other
points in the house while the shower is in
use. If pressure drops appreciably below
the minimum, the heating elements will
automatically cut out.
If ever the water becomes too hot and you
cannot obtain cooler water, first check that
the sprayplate in the showerhead has not
become blocked.
DO NOT place items such as soap or shampoo
bottles on top of the unit. Liquid could seep
through the joint between the cover and
backplate, and possibly damage the sealing
rubber.
IMPORTANT: When first installed the
unit will be empty. It is essential the
unit should contain water before the
elements are switched on. It is vital that
the commissioning procedure is followed.
Failure to carry out this operation will
result in damage to the unit and will
invalidate the guarantee.
Due to continuous improvement and updating,
specification may be altered without prior notice.
Advice to users
ADVICE TO USERS
Introduction
INTRODUCTION
Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS

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MAIN COMPONENTS
Inside unit (fig.1)
1. Top cable entry
2. Bottom pipe entry
3. Rear pipe entry area
4. Side pipe entry area
5. Rear cable entry area
6. Wall screw fixing
7. Terminal block
8. Power PCB
9. Stabilising valve
10. Solenoid valve
11. Guide pockets
12. Can and element assembly
13. Thermal cut-out (main)
14. Earth connection
15. Pressure relief device
16. Outlet temperature limiter
17. Trimplate
Inside cover (fig.2)
18. Cover tags
19. Control PCB
20. Start/Stop switch
21. Neon lens
Pack contents
Shower unit
Screw fixing kit
Instructions, guarantee, etc.
Main components
MAIN COMPONENTS
WARNING
WARNING
Outlet
Inlet
212 mm
66 mm
51 mm
309 mm
Fig.1
Fig.2
Note: Not all wiring shown for reasons of clarity
1
2
34
5
6
6
7
8
9
10
11 11
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18 18
19
20
18
21

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Meter Incoming
supply
fuse
Meter
tails
Consumer
unit
Pull cord
isolating switch
Shower
unit
Fuse or
MCB
RCD
(can be part of
consumer unit)
80A or 100A
main switch
Shepperton Park,
Triton Road, Nuneaton,
Warwickshire, CV11 4NR
Table A
MCB
30/32A
32A
40A
40A
40A
40/45A
45A
cartridge
fuse
30A
35A
35A
45A
45A
45A
45A
unit
rating
7.0kW
7.5kW
8.0kW
8.5kW
9.0kW
9.5kW
10.5kW
CIRCUIT PROTECTION
Fig.4 Schematic of installation circuit
The installation, supply cable and circuit
protection must conform with BS 7671 (IEE
wiring regulations) and be sufficient for the
amperage required.
The following notes are for guidance only:
1
1.1
2
3
3.1
4
4.1
4.2
5
5.1
6
6.1
7
7.1
7.2
8
9
9.1
9.2
10
10.1
10.2
10.3
E-002-A
The shower must only be connected to a
230-240V ac supply. If you are installing a
shower with a kilowatt rating above 9kW,
it is advisable to contact the local
electricity supply company.
The electrical rating of the shower is
shown on the rating label (Fig. ) within
the unit.
Before making any sort of electrical
connection within the installation make
sure that no terminal is live. If in any
doubt, switch off the whole installation at
the mains supply and remove the correct
fuse.
The shower must be connected to its own
independent electrical circuit. IT MUST
NOT be connected to a ring main, spur,
socket outlet, lighting circuit or cooker
circuit.
The electrical supply must be adequate for
the loading of the unit and existing
circuits.
Check your consumer unit (main fuse box)
has a main switch rating of 80A or above
and that it has a spare fuse way which will
take the fuse or Miniature Circuit Breaker
(MCB) necessary for the shower (Fig. ).
If your consumer unit has a rating below
80A or if there is no spare fuse way, then
the installation will not be straightforward
and may require a new consumer unit
serving the house or just the shower.
You will need to contact the local
electricity company. They will check the
supply and carry out what is necessary.
They will also check the main bonding.
The earth continuity conductor of the
electrical installation must be effectively
connected electrically to all exposed metal
parts of other appliances and services in
the room in which the shower is to be
installed, to conform to current IEE
regulations.
All exposed metallic parts in the bathroom
must be bonded together using a cable of
at least 4 mm² cross sectional area. These
parts include metal baths, radiators, water
pipes, taps and waste fittings.
For close circuit protection DO NOT use a
rewireable fuse. Instead use a suitably
rated Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) or
cartridge fuse (see Table A).
In the interest of electrical safety a 30mA
residual current device (RCD) should be
installed in all UK electric and pumped
shower circuits. This may be part of the
consumer unit or a separate unit.
A 45 amp double pole isolating switch
with a minimum contact gap of 3 mm in
both poles must be incorporated in the
circuit.
It must have a mechanical indicator
showing when the switch is in the OFF
position, and the wiring must be
connected to the switch without the use of
a plug or socket outlet.
The switch must be accessible and clearly
identifiable, but out of reach of a person
using a fixed bath or shower, except for
the cord of a cord operated switch, and
should be placed so that it is not possible
to touch the switch body while standing in
a bath or shower cubicle. It should be
readily accessible to switch off after using
the shower.
Where shower cubicles are located in any
rooms other than bathrooms, all socket
outlets in those rooms must be protected
by a 30mA RCD.
The current carrying capacity of the cable
must be at least that of the shower circuit
protection (see Table B).
To obtain full advantage of the power
provided by the shower, use the shortest
cable route possible from the consumer
unit to the shower.
It is also necessary to satisfy the
disconnection time and thermal
constraints which means that for any given
combination of current demand, voltage
drop and cable size, there is a maximum
permissible circuit length.
The shower circuit should be separated
from other circuits by at least twice the
diameter of the cable or conduit.
The current rating will be reduced if the
cabling is bunched with others,
surrounded by thermal loft or wall
insulation or placed in areas where the
ambient temperature is above 30°C. Under
these conditions, derating factors apply
and it is necessary to select a larger cable
size.
In the majority of installations, the cable
will unavoidably be placed in one or
more of the above conditions. This
being so, it is strongly recommended to
use a minimum of 10 mm cabling
throughout the shower installation.
In any event, it is essential that individual
site conditions are assessed by a
competent electrician in order to
determine the correct cable size and
permissible circuit length.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Electrical requirements
The installation, supply cable and circuit
protection must conform with BS 7671 (IEE
wiring regulations) and be sufficient for the
amperage required.
The following notes are for guidance only:
1
1.1
2
3
3.1
4
4.1
4.2
5
5.1
6
6.1
7
7.1
7.2
8
9
9.1
9.2
10
10.1
10.2
10.3
E-002-A
The shower must only be connected to a
230-240V ac supply. If you are installing a
shower with a kilowatt rating above 9kW,
it is advisable to contact the local
electricity supply company.
The electrical rating of the shower is
shown on the rating label (Fig. ) within
the unit.
Before making any sort of electrical
connection within the installation make
sure that no terminal is live. If in any
doubt, switch off the whole installation at
the mains supply and remove the correct
fuse.
The shower must be connected to its own
independent electrical circuit. IT MUST
NOT be connected to a ring main, spur,
socket outlet, lighting circuit or cooker
circuit.
The electrical supply must be adequate for
the loading of the unit and existing
circuits.
Check your consumer unit (main fuse box)
has a main switch rating of 80A or above
and that it has a spare fuse way which will
take the fuse or Miniature Circuit Breaker
(MCB) necessary for the shower (Fig. ).
If your consumer unit has a rating below
80A or if there is no spare fuse way, then
the installation will not be straightforward
and may require a new consumer unit
serving the house or just the shower.
You will need to contact the local
electricity company. They will check the
supply and carry out what is necessary.
They will also check the main bonding.
The earth continuity conductor of the
electrical installation must be effectively
connected electrically to all exposed metal
parts of other appliances and services in
the room in which the shower is to be
installed, to conform to current IEE
regulations.
All exposed metallic parts in the bathroom
must be bonded together using a cable of
at least 4 mm² cross sectional area. These
parts include metal baths, radiators, water
pipes, taps and waste fittings.
For close circuit protection DO NOT use a
rewireable fuse. Instead use a suitably
rated Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) or
cartridge fuse (see Table A).
In the interest of electrical safety a 30mA
residual current device (RCD) should be
installed in all UK electric and pumped
shower circuits. This may be part of the
consumer unit or a separate unit.
A 45 amp double pole isolating switch
with a minimum contact gap of 3 mm in
both poles must be incorporated in the
circuit.
It must have a mechanical indicator
showing when the switch is in the OFF
position, and the wiring must be
connected to the switch without the use of
a plug or socket outlet.
The switch must be accessible and clearly
identifiable, but out of reach of a person
using a fixed bath or shower, except for
the cord of a cord operated switch, and
should be placed so that it is not possible
to touch the switch body while standing in
a bath or shower cubicle. It should be
readily accessible to switch off after using
the shower.
Where shower cubicles are located in any
rooms other than bathrooms, all socket
outlets in those rooms must be protected
by a 30mA RCD.
The current carrying capacity of the cable
must be at least that of the shower circuit
protection (see Table B).
To obtain full advantage of the power
provided by the shower, use the shortest
cable route possible from the consumer
unit to the shower.
It is also necessary to satisfy the
disconnection time and thermal
constraints which means that for any given
combination of current demand, voltage
drop and cable size, there is a maximum
permissible circuit length.
The shower circuit should be separated
from other circuits by at least twice the
diameter of the cable or conduit.
The current rating will be reduced if the
cabling is bunched with others,
surrounded by thermal loft or wall
insulation or placed in areas where the
ambient temperature is above 30°C. Under
these conditions, derating factors apply
and it is necessary to select a larger cable
size.
In the majority of installations, the cable
will unavoidably be placed in one or
more of the above conditions. This
being so, it is strongly recommended to
use a minimum of 10 mm cabling
throughout the shower installation.
In any event, it is essential that individual
site conditions are assessed by a
competent electrician in order to
determine the correct cable size and
permissible circuit length.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
3
4
Fig.3
W-006-A
WARNING!
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

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Table B
Note: Cable selection is dependent on
deratin
g
factors
Twin and earth PVC insulated cable
Current carrying capacity
In conduit
trunking
6 mm²
38A
10 mm²
52A
16 mm²
69A
Installed in an
insulated wall
6 mm²
32A
10 mm²
43A
16 mm²
57A
Clipped direct
or buried in a
non-insulated
wall
6 mm²
46A
10 mm²
63A
16 mm²
85A
The installation, supply cable and circuit
protection must conform with BS 7671 (IEE
wiring regulations) and be sufficient for the
amperage required.
The following notes are for guidance only:
1
1.1
2
3
3.1
4
4.1
4.2
5
5.1
6
6.1
7
7.1
7.2
8
9
9.1
9.2
10
10.1
10.2
10.3
E-002-A
The shower must only be connected to a
230-240V ac supply. If you are installing a
shower with a kilowatt rating above 9kW,
it is advisable to contact the local
electricity supply company.
The electrical rating of the shower is
shown on the rating label (Fig. ) within
the unit.
Before making any sort of electrical
connection within the installation make
sure that no terminal is live. If in any
doubt, switch off the whole installation at
the mains supply and remove the correct
fuse.
The shower must be connected to its own
independent electrical circuit. IT MUST
NOT be connected to a ring main, spur,
socket outlet, lighting circuit or cooker
circuit.
The electrical supply must be adequate for
the loading of the unit and existing
circuits.
Check your consumer unit (main fuse box)
has a main switch rating of 80A or above
and that it has a spare fuse way which will
take the fuse or Miniature Circuit Breaker
(MCB) necessary for the shower (Fig. ).
If your consumer unit has a rating below
80A or if there is no spare fuse way, then
the installation will not be straightforward
and may require a new consumer unit
serving the house or just the shower.
You will need to contact the local
electricity company. They will check the
supply and carry out what is necessary.
They will also check the main bonding.
The earth continuity conductor of the
electrical installation must be effectively
connected electrically to all exposed metal
parts of other appliances and services in
the room in which the shower is to be
installed, to conform to current IEE
regulations.
All exposed metallic parts in the bathroom
must be bonded together using a cable of
at least 4 mm² cross sectional area. These
parts include metal baths, radiators, water
pipes, taps and waste fittings.
For close circuit protection DO NOT use a
rewireable fuse. Instead use a suitably
rated Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) or
cartridge fuse (see Table A).
In the interest of electrical safety a 30mA
residual current device (RCD) should be
installed in all UK electric and pumped
shower circuits. This may be part of the
consumer unit or a separate unit.
A 45 amp double pole isolating switch
with a minimum contact gap of 3 mm in
both poles must be incorporated in the
circuit.
It must have a mechanical indicator
showing when the switch is in the OFF
position, and the wiring must be
connected to the switch without the use of
a plug or socket outlet.
The switch must be accessible and clearly
identifiable, but out of reach of a person
using a fixed bath or shower, except for
the cord of a cord operated switch, and
should be placed so that it is not possible
to touch the switch body while standing in
a bath or shower cubicle. It should be
readily accessible to switch off after using
the shower.
Where shower cubicles are located in any
rooms other than bathrooms, all socket
outlets in those rooms must be protected
by a 30mA RCD.
The current carrying capacity of the cable
must be at least that of the shower circuit
protection (see Table B).
To obtain full advantage of the power
provided by the shower, use the shortest
cable route possible from the consumer
unit to the shower.
It is also necessary to satisfy the
disconnection time and thermal
constraints which means that for any given
combination of current demand, voltage
drop and cable size, there is a maximum
permissible circuit length.
The shower circuit should be separated
from other circuits by at least twice the
diameter of the cable or conduit.
The current rating will be reduced if the
cabling is bunched with others,
surrounded by thermal loft or wall
insulation or placed in areas where the
ambient temperature is above 30°C. Under
these conditions, derating factors apply
and it is necessary to select a larger cable
size.
In the majority of installations, the cable
will unavoidably be placed in one or
more of the above conditions. This
being so, it is strongly recommended to
use a minimum of 10 mm cabling
throughout the shower installation.
In any event, it is essential that individual
site conditions are assessed by a
competent electrician in order to
determine the correct cable size and
permissible circuit length.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The installation, supply cable and circuit
protection must conform with BS 7671 (IEE
wiring regulations) and be sufficient for the
amperage required.
The following notes are for guidance only:
1
1.1
2
3
3.1
4
4.1
4.2
5
5.1
6
6.1
7
7.1
7.2
8
9
9.1
9.2
10
10.1
10.2
10.3
E-002-A
The shower must only be connected to a
230-240V ac supply. If you are installing a
shower with a kilowatt rating above 9kW,
it is advisable to contact the local
electricity supply company.
The electrical rating of the shower is
shown on the rating label (Fig. ) within
the unit.
Before making any sort of electrical
connection within the installation make
sure that no terminal is live. If in any
doubt, switch off the whole installation at
the mains supply and remove the correct
fuse.
The shower must be connected to its own
independent electrical circuit. IT MUST
NOT be connected to a ring main, spur,
socket outlet, lighting circuit or cooker
circuit.
The electrical supply must be adequate for
the loading of the unit and existing
circuits.
Check your consumer unit (main fuse box)
has a main switch rating of 80A or above
and that it has a spare fuse way which will
take the fuse or Miniature Circuit Breaker
(MCB) necessary for the shower (Fig. ).
If your consumer unit has a rating below
80A or if there is no spare fuse way, then
the installation will not be straightforward
and may require a new consumer unit
serving the house or just the shower.
You will need to contact the local
electricity company. They will check the
supply and carry out what is necessary.
They will also check the main bonding.
The earth continuity conductor of the
electrical installation must be effectively
connected electrically to all exposed metal
parts of other appliances and services in
the room in which the shower is to be
installed, to conform to current IEE
regulations.
All exposed metallic parts in the bathroom
must be bonded together using a cable of
at least 4 mm² cross sectional area. These
parts include metal baths, radiators, water
pipes, taps and waste fittings.
For close circuit protection DO NOT use a
rewireable fuse. Instead use a suitably
rated Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) or
cartridge fuse (see Table A).
In the interest of electrical safety a 30mA
residual current device (RCD) should be
installed in all UK electric and pumped
shower circuits. This may be part of the
consumer unit or a separate unit.
A 45 amp double pole isolating switch
with a minimum contact gap of 3 mm in
both poles must be incorporated in the
circuit.
It must have a mechanical indicator
showing when the switch is in the OFF
position, and the wiring must be
connected to the switch without the use of
a plug or socket outlet.
The switch must be accessible and clearly
identifiable, but out of reach of a person
using a fixed bath or shower, except for
the cord of a cord operated switch, and
should be placed so that it is not possible
to touch the switch body while standing in
a bath or shower cubicle. It should be
readily accessible to switch off after using
the shower.
Where shower cubicles are located in any
rooms other than bathrooms, all socket
outlets in those rooms must be protected
by a 30mA RCD.
The current carrying capacity of the cable
must be at least that of the shower circuit
protection (see Table B).
To obtain full advantage of the power
provided by the shower, use the shortest
cable route possible from the consumer
unit to the shower.
It is also necessary to satisfy the
disconnection time and thermal
constraints which means that for any given
combination of current demand, voltage
drop and cable size, there is a maximum
permissible circuit length.
The shower circuit should be separated
from other circuits by at least twice the
diameter of the cable or conduit.
The current rating will be reduced if the
cabling is bunched with others,
surrounded by thermal loft or wall
insulation or placed in areas where the
ambient temperature is above 30°C. Under
these conditions, derating factors apply
and it is necessary to select a larger cable
size.
In the majority of installations, the cable
will unavoidably be placed in one or
more of the above conditions. This
being so, it is strongly recommended to
use a minimum of 10mm cabling
throughout the shower installation.
NOTE: 10mm CABLE MUST BE USED ON
THE 10.5KW CHROME MODEL.
In any event, it is essential that individual
site conditions are assessed by a
competent electrician in order to
determine the correct cable size and
permissible circuit length.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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WATER REQUIREMENTS
The installation must be in accordance with
Water Regulations/Bylaws.
To make sure of activating the heating elements,
the shower must be connected to a mains water
supply with a minimum running pressure of
100kPa (1.0 bar) at a minimum flow rate of nine
litres per minute. The maximum static pressure
must be no greater than 1 000kPa (10 bar).
Note: For the 10.5kW rated shower the
minimum running pressure must be 150kPa
(1.5 bar) at a minimum flow rate of eleven litres
per minute with a maximum static pressure no
greater than 1000kPa (10 bar).
Note: If the stated flow rates are not available,
it may not be possible to achieve the best
performance from the unit throughout the year.
For guidance on the running and static pressures
contact the local water company or consult a
competent plumber.
During periods of high ambient temperatures it
may be necessary to select a low power setting
to achieve your preferred shower temperature.
The water supply can be taken from a cold water
storage cistern provided there is a minimum
head of ten metres (fifteen metres for the
10.5kW rated shower) above the showerhead. It
must be an independent supply to the shower
only.
If it is intended to operate the shower at
pressures above the maximum or below the
minimum stated, contact Customer Service for
advice.
Fig.5 shows a typical system layout.
DO NOT use jointing compounds on any pipe
fittings for the installation.
Isolating
stopvalve
Mains
water
supply
Shower
unit Switch may
be wall
mounted
in accordance
with IEE regs.
Mains electric supply
(via double pole switch)
Double
pole
isolating
switch
Separate permanently
connected supply
from consumer unit
Fig.5 Diagrammatic view (not to scale)
Water requirements
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Shower unit
must not
be within
an area
1 metre
from base
Height of
sprayhead
and shower
to suit user's
requirement
Spillover
level
Soap dish
retaining
ring
25mm minimum
Shower unit can
be mounted either
side of riser rail
Mains cold
water supply
bottom, back
and side
Outline of bath
or shower tray
SITING OF THE SHOWER
IMPORTANT: If installing onto a tiled wall
always mount the unit on the surface of the
tiles. NEVER tile up to the unit.
Refer to fig.6 for the correct siting of the
shower. Position the unit where it will NOT be in
direct contact with water from the showerhead.
Position the shower unit vertically.
Allow enough room between the ceiling and the
shower to access the cover top screws. Leave
enough space between the left-hand side of the
unit and the wall to allow access to the pressure
relief device (PRD) in the future.
Note: Water regulations require the showerhead
be ‘constrained by a fixed or sliding attachment
so that it can only discharge water at a point
not less than 25 mm above the spill-over level
of the relevant bath, shower tray or other
fixed appliance’. The use of the supplied gel
hanger/hose guide will in most cases meet this
requirement, but if the showerhead can be
placed within a bath, basin or shower tray, then
a double check valve, or similar, must be fitted in
the supply pipework to prevent back-flow.
Pressure relief safety device
A pressure relief device (PRD) is designed into
the shower unit which complies with European
standards. The PRD provides a level of appliance
protection should an excessive build up of
pressure occur within the shower.
DO NOT operate the shower with a damaged or
kinked shower hose, or a blocked showerhead
which can cause the PRD to operate.
When commissioning, the showerhead must
be removed from the flexible hose, while at the
same time the temperature control must be at
the minimum flow position. Failure to follow this
procedure may also cause the PRD to operate.
Make sure the shower is positioned over a bath
or shower tray because if the PRD operates, then
water will eject from the bottom of the unit.
Should this happen, turn off the electricity and
water supplies to the shower at the isolating
switch and stopvalve. Contact Customer Service
for advice on replacing the PRD.
Fig.6 Diagrammatic view (not to scale)
WARNING!
The shower must not be positioned
where it will be subjected to freezing
conditions.
IMPORTANT: The unit must be mounted
on a flat surface which covers the full
width and length of the backplate. It is
important that the wall surface is flat
otherwise difficulty may be encountered
when fitting the cover and subsequent
operation of the unit may be impaired.
Siting of the shower
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FITTING THE SHOWER TO THE WALL
Note: The control knob is an integral part of the
cover – DO NOT attempt to remove it.
Lift the cover from the backplate. To access the
pipe and cable connections lift off the trimplate
(fig.7).
Entry positions for the mains water are from the
bottom, rear or side. Cable entry is via the top
or rear.
Note: Deviations from the designated entry
points will invalidate product approvals.
If bottom or side surface entry is required for the
mains cold water, then the necessary opening
will need to be cut out in the trimplate (fig.8).
If surface cable entry from the top is required
then a small area will need to be cut out in the
backplate (fig.9).
If installing a feed pipe from the rear, bottom
or side the centre of the inlet valve to the wall
surface is 21 mm (fig.10).
Note: If entry is from the rear, the nut of the
compression fitting will be partially behind the
surface of the wall (fig.10). This area MUST
be left clear when plastering over the pipework
in order to make the nut accessible for future
adjustments.
IMPORTANT: Always seal around the
incoming pipework to prevent water entering
the wall.
After choosing the site for the shower, use the
backplate as a template and mark the two fixing
holes (fig.11).
WARNING!
Check there are no hidden cables or
pipes before drilling holes for wall
plugs. Use great care when using
power tools near water. The use of
a residual current device (RCD) is
recommended.
Area to be
cut away for
side entry
Area to be cut away
for bottom entry
Fig.8
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Fitting the shower to the wall
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WARNING
WARNING
Drill and plug to suit the fixing screws supplied.
(The wall plugs provided are suitable for most brick
walls – use an appropriate masonry drill, but if the
wall is plasterboard or a soft building block, you
must use suitable wall plugs and a suitable drill
bit.)
Screw the bottom fixing screw into position
leaving the base of the screw head protruding
6 mm out from the wall.
Hook the backplate over the bottom screw and
fit the top fixing screw into position. Do not fully
tighten the screws at this stage, as the fixing
holes are elongated to allow for out of square
adjustment after the plumbing connections have
been completed.
Note: If replacing an existing shower unit, a
replacement installation trim is available to
help accommodate other pipe and cable entry
arrangements. See ‘spare parts’ for details.
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WARNING!
The outlet of the shower acts as a
vent and must NOT be connected to
anything other than the hose and
showerhead supplied.
PLUMBING CONNECTIONS
Plumbing to be carried out before wiring
DO NOT use jointing compounds on any pipe
fittings for the installation.
DO NOT solder fittings near the shower unit
as heat can transfer along the pipework and
damage components.
Compression fittings MUST be used to connect
to the inlet of the shower. (Push-on fittings must
NOT be used as full engagement cannot be
guaranteed.)
Note: An additional stopvalve (complying with
Water Regulations) MUST be fitted in the mains
water supply to the shower as an independent
means of isolating the water supply should
maintenance or servicing be necessary.
IMPORTANT: Before completing the
connection of the water supply to the inlet
of the shower, flush out the pipework to
remove all swarf and system debris. This can
be achieved by connecting a hose to the
pipework and turning on the mains water
supply long enough to clear the debris to
waste.
Procedure
Turn off water supply either at the mains
stopvalve or the isolating stopvalve. Connect the
mains water supply to the inlet of the shower
via 15 mm copper, stainless steel or plastic pipe
using a 15 mm x 15 mm elbow or straight
coupler compression fitting.
DO NOT use excessive force when making these
connections.
Make sure the backplate is square on the wall
and tighten the two retaining screws which hold
it to the wall.
Turn on the mains water supply and check for
leaks in the pipework connection to the shower.
Note: At this stage no water can flow through
the unit.
Plumbing connections
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L N
Terminal
block
L
N
E
1
2
3
5
7
6
inlet
outlet
9
9
4
8
10
11
1. Terminal block
2. Earth post
3. Control PCB
4. Power PCB
5. Solenoid Valve
6. Thermal cut-out
(main)
7. Thermal cut-out
(outlet)
8. Connector socket
9. Element
10. Power LED
11. Low Pressure LED
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AT
THE MAINS.
Fig.12 shows a schematic wiring diagram.
The cable entry points are shown in fig.1. The
cable can be surface clipped, hidden or via
20 mm conduit.
Note: Conduit entry can only be from rear.
Route the cable into the shower unit and
connect to the terminal block (fig.13) as
follows:
Earth cable to terminal marked
Neutral cable to terminal marked N
Live cable to terminal marked L
IMPORTANT: Fully tighten the terminal
block screws and make sure that no cable
insulation is trapped under the screws. Loose
connections can result in cable overheating.
Note: The supply cable earth conductor must
be sleeved. The outer sheath of the supply cable
must be stripped back to the minimum.
The supply cable must be secured either by
routing through conduit or in trunking or by
embedding in the wall, in accordance with
current IEE regulations.
The use of connections within the unit, or other
points in the shower circuit, to supply power to
other equipment i.e. extractor fans, pumps etc.
will invalidate the guarantee.
DO NOT switch on the electricity supply until
the cover has been fitted.
Note: The elements on UK models are to
240V specification and will give a lower kW
rating if the voltage supply is below 240V.
Fig.13
Fig.12
Electrical connections
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COMMISSIONING
At this stage, temporarily fit the cover in order to
carry out the commissioning procedure.
The first operation of the shower is intended to
flush out any remaining unit debris and to make
sure the heater unit contains water before the
elements are switched on.
Refit the trimplate.
Turn the valve spindle fully clockwise until it hits
the 'stop' (fig.14).
Turn the temperature control on the cover to the
minimum flow setting as shown in (fig.15).
Offer the cover to the unit.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT connect the 10-way
ribbon cable at this stage.
Carefully locate the cover into the backplate
and make sure that the wires are not trapped.
Guide the cover into position so that the control
spindle locates correctly (minor adjustment may
be necessary to align the control and spindle).
Should any difficulty arise, recheck the points
above.
While applying slight pressure to the front
cover, secure in position with the three retaining
screws.
Fit the flexible hose to the shower outlet making
sure the outlet of the hose is directed to waste.
Check the supplied sealing washer is in place.
DO NOT attach the showerhead at this stage.
Before turning on the electric and mains
water supplies to the shower, make sure the
temperature control is rotated fully clockwise to
the minimum flow position (fig.15).
Note: Failure to rotate fully clockwise may cause
the PRD to operate.
Turn on the water supply to the shower at the
isolating stopvalve. Switch on the electricity
supply to the shower at the isolating switch.
Wait until water starts to flow from the flexible
hose.
Slowly rotate the temperature control fully
anti-clockwise to the maximum flow position
(fig.16).
Commissioning
COMMISSIONING
INLET
>POM-GF30<
INLET
Valve
spindle
Fig.14
Temperature
control at
maximum
flow setting
Temperature
control at
minimum
flow setting
Fig.16
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It will take about thirty seconds for a smooth
flow of water to be obtained while air and any
debris is being flushed from the shower. When
a smooth flow of water is obtained, turn the
temperature control from minimum flow to
maximum flow and back again several times to
release any trapped air from within the unit.
Once the flushing out has been completed,
switch off the electricity to the shower at the
isolating switch. The water will cease to flow.
Unscrew the three retaining screws once again
and lift the cover from the backplate.
Attached to the display PCB, inside the cover,
is a 10-way ribbon cable. The ribbon cable
connector must be plugged into the socket
located at the right of the power PCB situated
inside the unit (fig.17).
Note the cable connector can be fitted to the
socket only one way. The ribbon cable has
a coloured edge which is lowermost when
correctly fitted to the socket.
Note: Make sure the cable is not trapped when
fitting the cover.
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REPLACING THE COVER
IMPORTANT: Before finally fitting the cover,
the following steps must be taken:
a. Check plumbing connections are
watertight.
b. Check terminal block screws are fully
tightened.
c. Make sure the pipe and cable entering
the unit do not prevent the cover locating
correctly to the backplate.
d. Rotate the valve spindle fully clockwise
until it hits the 'stop' (fig.18).
e. Turn the temperature control on the cover
to the minimum flow setting (fig.19).
Offer the cover to the unit.
Carefully locate the cover into the backplate and
make sure the wires are not trapped.
Guide the cover into position so that the knob
spindle locates correctly (minor adjustment may
be necessary to align the knob and spindle).
Should any difficulty arise, recheck the points
above.
While applying slight pressure to the front
cover, secure in position with the three retaining
screws.
Turn the electric supply back on at the isolating
switch. The POWER indicator will light. No water
will flow until the Start/Stop button is pressed.
Note: It is recommended that the water and
electric supplies to the shower are turned off
while the riser rail kit is being installed.
The flexible hose can be left attached to the
shower outlet. Make sure the supplied sealing
washers are fitted in both ends of the hose.
INLET
>POM-GF30<
INLET
Valve
spindle
Fig.18
Fig.19
Replacing the cover
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OPERATING THE SHOWER
MAKE SURE THE COMMISSIONING
PROCEDURE HAS BEEN CARRIED OUT.
When the electricity supply to the shower is
switched on at the isolating switch, the POWER
indicator will light.
To start the shower
Press the START/STOP button and water will
begin to flow.
Note: The default start up setting is the HIGH
setting.
To stop the shower
Press the START/STOP button and the phased
shutdown will begin. Water will cease to flow
after a few seconds.
To use the control buttons
There are two control buttons – HIGH/
ECONOMY and COLD (fig.20).
The upper button – red symbol is for
switching between the HIGH and ECONOMY
power setting.
The HIGH setting allows the highest flow
achievable for your preferred temperature. This
setting should normally be regarded as optimum
shower performance throughout the year.
The ECONOMY setting uses less energy when
the ambient mains water temperature is high
during hot months.
Note: When starting the shower, the default
setting is HIGH. The red button alternates
between the two settings: press the button
once to select the ECONOMY setting; press the
button again to reselect HIGH.
Temperature adjustment at this setting is via the
temperature control.
The lower button – blue symbol is for COLD
water only. Adjusting the temperature control
at this setting will only increase or decrease the
flow of the water from the showerhead. (It will
not alter the water temperature.)
Operating the shower
OPERATING THE SHOWER
High &
Economy
Cold
Temperature
control
Start/Stop
button
Fig.20
Note: In normal use, it is in order to leave the
water supply permanently on to the shower
unit, but as with most electrical appliances,
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Note: If the stated flow rate required for the
unit cannot be met due to low water pressure,
it will be necessary to operate the unit on the
ECONOMY setting during the warmer months
because of flow rate limitations entering the unit.
To adjust the shower temperature
The water temperature is altered by increasing
or decreasing the flow rate of the water through
the shower via the temperature control (fig.20).
After finding a suitable showering temperature,
the temperature control can be left as the
normal setting and should only need altering
to compensate for seasonal changes in ambient
water temperature.
Note: The preferred position on ECONOMY will
give a different temperature to the same position
on HIGH.
To decrease the shower temperature
Turn the temperature control anti-clockwise;
this will increase the flow of water through the
shower.
To increase the shower temperature
Turn the temperature control clockwise; this will
decrease the flow of water through the shower.
Note: It is advisable to be certain that the
showering temperature is satisfactory by testing
with your hand before stepping under the
showerhead. There will always be a time delay of
a few seconds between selecting a flow rate and
the water reaching the stable temperature for
that flow rate.
CAUTION: This appliance is not intended
for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
WARNING!
After any servicing of mains water
supply, ALWAYS flush out the
pipework to remove any debris.
Always make sure the unit is started
on COLD in order to purge any air in
the pipework.
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OPERATING FUNCTIONS
Power on indicator (fig.21)
When the electricity supply to the shower is
switched on at the isolating switch, the POWER
indicator will light.
Low pressure indicator (fig.21)
If this indicator lights, this means the water
pressure has fallen below the minimum required
for correct operation of the shower, resulting in
the low pressure cut-out operating. This switches
off power to the heating elements preventing any
undue temperature rises. The shower will operate
on the COLD setting until there is adequate
water pressure which automatically restores the
power to the elements.
Selector mode indicators (fig.22)
Next to each control button there is an indicator
that lights when the button is pressed, indicating
which shower mode is in operation.
On the HIGH setting both indicators next to the
red button are lit. On the ECONOMY setting
the lower indicator only is lit.
Phased shutdown
In use, when the START/STOP button is pressed,
power is switched off to the elements. Water
will continue to flow for a few seconds, flushing
out any remaining hot water. This makes sure
the next immediate user will not receive a slug
of hot water if standing under the showerhead
when starting the shower.
Temperature limiter
During normal operation if an overheat
temperature is sensed, power to the elements
will be reduced. Water will continue to flow.
When the temperature has cooled sufficiently
power to the elements will be automatically
restored to the setting at the time of
interruption.
Safety cut-out
The unit is fitted with a non-resettable
thermal cut-out safety device. In the event of
abnormal operation which could cause unsafe
temperatures within the unit, the device will
Low pressure
indicator
Power indicator
High setting
indicators
Economy
setting
indicator
Cold setting
indicator
Fig.21
Low pressure
indicator
Power indicator
High setting
indicators
Economy
setting
indicator
Cold setting
indicator
Fig.22
Operating functions
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CLEANING
Before cleaning, turn off the unit at the isolation
switch to avoid the shower being accidentally
switched on.
Triton recommends that all products are
cleaned using warm, soapy water.
DO NOT use abrasive or aggressive chemical
cleaning products as this may affect the product
surface finish and invalidate your guarantee.
WARNING!
DO NOT use abrasive or aggressive
cleaning products when cleaning the
shower as they may damage the unit. Cleaning
CLEANING
disconnect the heating elements. It will require a
visit from a qualified engineer to determine the
nature of the fault and replace the safety device,
once the unit has been repaired.