Crosswater Digital Elite Product manual

Elite water
control system
Installation and
maintenance guide

Contents
Important and safety information
Pack contents / Tools required
Flow performance
Typical wall mounted
installation examples
Typical loft mounted
installation examples
Installation instructions
Attaching the control
Connecting the processor
Cleaning / maintenance
Servicing / contact info
Guarantee
Processor fixing template
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This Installation Guide contains instructions for the correct
connection of the Elite product. The warranty will be invalidated
if the product is not installed according to these instructions.
Crosswater accepts no liability for loss or damage resulting from
installation or use of the product that is not in accordance with
these instructions.
All Crosswater valves are mixed flow products, which, for
optimum performance, require hot and cold supplies to be
reasonably balanced, with no more than 0.5bar pressure
dierence between them.
This product MUST be installed by a competent person in
accordance with all current relevant statutes and regulations,
including building regulations and the Water Supply (Water
Fittings) Regulations 1999 (together the Water Supply
Regulations.)
All showers requiring an electrical connection MUST be installed
by a qualified person following the latest revision of BS 7671
(Wiring Regulations) and certified to current building regulations.
Before any electrical connections are made, the electricity supply
must be turned o at the mains switch. All electrical installation
must be carried out only by a qualified person.
We recommend that the temperature of the shower hot water
supply should not exceed 65°C.
The processor is supplied factory pre-set at a maximum
temperature of 45°C, in line with European Standards. The
maximum temperature is fully adjustable to suit the site conditions.
Important: The processor must be installed in an accessible
location for servicing and maintenance (and no warranty claim
can be considered or liability accepted by Crosswater if lack of
accessibility has prevented maintenance).
The processor must not be installed in situations where either the
ambient temperature is likely to exceed 40°C or where freezing
may occur.
The user controls must not be installed in situations where the
ambient temperature is likely to fall below 5°C or rise above 70°C.
The minimum depth of wall required to fit the control fixing
brackets is 70mm.
This appliance must be earthed.
Cables mounted on surfaces must be protected by a suitable
approved conduit. This applies even in a loft, where there may be a
risk of damage by vermin.
Cables that are chased into walls must also be protected
by a conduit or sheathing to allow removal for service and
maintenance.
The power lead must not be replaced by anyone other than the
manufacturer or its accredited agent.
The user control operates from a low voltage source.
Please check for hidden pipes or cables before drilling any holes.
The Elite is suitable for domestic use only.
This product is supplied with a 5 year guarantee.
This product is not intended for use by children or persons with
reduced physical or mental capabilities, and should not be used by
such persons without appropriate instruction and supervision.
WARNING
CONTINUOUSLY TURNING THE CONTROL WHEEL
IN THE CLOCKWISE DIRECTION MAY OVERRIDE THE
PRE-SET MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE, RESULTING IN A
RISK OF SCALDING.
ALWAYS TAKE CARE WHEN OPERATING THE CONTROL
WHEEL, AND DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED
WHILST THE PRODUCT IS IN OPERATION.
Pipe sizing
To reduce pressure losses and help maintain flow rate, 22mm
pipework should be used on the inlets and reduced to 15mm as
close to the processor as possible, and elbows should be kept to
a minimum.
Pipe runs on both inlet and outlet should be as short as possible to
avoid reduction of flow rate at the shower head.
If 15 mm pipe must be used, or long pipe runs are unavoidable
on the outlet, copper pipe should be used rather than plastic,
particularly if a diverter is fitted.
All copper pipework must be cross-bonded and connected to an
earthing point.
Flushing
The working parts of this unit may be corroded if left in contact
with some modern fluxes, which can be extremely corrosive. After
completing soldering the pipework should be thoroughly flushed
out in accordance with the Water Supply Regulations prior to
connection of the product.
After installation
We recommend that the shower is not used for 24 hours after
first being installed to allow the back up battery to become fully
charged before use.
Please familiarise the end user with how the Crosswater Digital
products work.
In the event of any warranty claims, all certificates of the registered
electricians and plumbers must be provided to confirm that the
product has been fitted in accordance with the Water Supply
Regulations.
Important and safety information
Please read these instructions carefully before starting installation and keep in a safe
place for future reference.
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Control & facia fixings
Control fixing bracket Elite control wheel Elite facia control
Inlet and outlet connectors
Bath processor - Dual outlet option - DGX322RV
Back up battery supply
Pencil 8mm drill bit
Crosshead screwdriver Adjustable spanner Drill
Pack contents
Tools required
Processor fixings
Shower processor - Triple outlet option - DGX2500RV
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Flow performance
The Flow rate is depending on Dynamic water pressure of supply system to the processor.
Water pressure -recommended
MP minimum 0.5 bar
HP1 minimum 1 bar
HP2 minimum 2 bar
HP3 minimum 3 bar
HP4 minimum 4 bar
All products marked LP (Low pressure) and MP (Medium pressure)
are also suitable for HP (High pressure) systems.
Please note: This product must work from a minimum water pressure
of 05.bar and above.
Elite 2 and 3 way
40.0
35.0
30.0
25.0
Flow rate (litres / minute)
20.0
15.0
10.0
5.0
0.0
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5
Dynamic pressure (bar)
cold hot mixed
40.0
35.0
30.0
25.0
Flow rate (litres / minute)
20.0
15.0
10.0
5.0
0.0
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5
Dynamic pressure (bar)
cold hot mixed
cold hot mixed
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DIGITAL WATER CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

Typical wall mounted installation examples
Elite Bath processor schematic - wall mounted under bath - Shower handset, fixed head and bath
Elite Shower processor schematic - wall mounted - Shower handset, fixed head and body jets
Important: The Processor must be accessible and should not be sealed in the wall.
Controller
Cable length
6m max.
Cable length
6m max.
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Bath filler
Processor (under bath)
Pipework in
Control cable
Pipework out
Pipework in
Control cable
Pipework out
Cold inHot in
Cold in
Hot in
Body jets
Handset &
fixed head
outlets
Controller
Note: The controller can
be fitted anywhere in the
showering area.
Processor (in wall)
Handset outlet
Warning: The power cable
must be secured and chased
into the wall, this must not be left
exposed as in the event of a possible
leak the cable will be protected.
Please make sure the cable is
installed by a qualified electrician
and has certificates to back this up.
Warning: The power cable must
be secured and chased into the wall, this
must not be left exposed as in the event of
a possible leak the cable will be protected.
Please make sure the cable is installed by
a qualified electrician and has certificates
to back this up.

Typical loft mounted installation examples
Elite Shower processor schematic - loft mounted - Shower handset, fixed head and body jets
Elite Bath processor schematic - loft mounted - Shower handset, fixed head and bath
Important: The Processor must be accessible.
Processor (in loft)
Cable length
6m max.
Cable length
6m max.
Bath filler
Controller
Handset outlet
Pipework in
Control cable
Pipework out
Pipework in
Control cable
Pipework out
Cold inHot in
Cold inHot in
Processor (in loft)
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Handset & fixed
head outlets
Controller
Note: The controller can
be fitted anywhere in the
showering area.
Body jets

Installation instructions
Step 1 - Attaching the control fixing bracket
Prepare the wall to take the control fixing bracket. The installation of the control fixing bracket will depend on each individual situation
i.e. if there is access from behind the shower.
A 40mm diameter hole is required if fitting the bracket from ‘behind’ and 68mm diameter hole if fitting from the ‘front’.
Conduits should be used in the walls where necessary to protect the cables and allow maintenance.
Attach the control fixing bracket using the screws supplied.
Step 2 - Finish the wall
Finish the wall by tiling etc.
40mm diameter holes should be drilled in the tile etc to finish. (The dotted line on the ‘tile’ indicates the facia control.)
Bracket attached from ‘behind’ Bracket attached from ‘front’
40
56
60 110
40
56
60 110
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Control
fixing clip

Step 3
a: Draw a line around the bracket collar, flush with the wall.
b: Cut down the bracket collar as marked.
Step 4
Fix the control fixing clip to the wall where shown using the fixings
supplied.
Step 5
Ensure the seal is positioned on the back facia control. Feed the
facia control data cable through the bracket.
Step 6
Position the facia control onto the fixing clip and ‘slide’ up to lock
into position.
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60mm
a b

Step 7
Fix the facia control to the control fixing bracket using the control
fixing screws supplied.
Step 8
Carefully pull the ‘front’ control wheel o the control.
Feed the ‘foam seal’ onto the data cable and onto the control body.
Step 9
Feed the control wheel data cable through the facia control and bracket.
Foam seal
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Step 11
Push fit the ‘front’ control wheel onto the control.
This completes the installation of the control.
Step 10
Position the control into the facia control, and turn clockwise to
lock in position.
Step 12 - Connecting the processor (Note: The triple processor option is shown from now on as a typical example)
Remove the processor cover.
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
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Inside shower processor - Triple outlet option
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Fixing holes
Cover
retaining holes
Battery compartment Power supply
Connector block
Hot Cold
Inlets
Outlets
Display
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Inside bath processor - Dual outlet option
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Fixing holes
Cover
retaining holes
Battery compartment Power supply
Connector block
Hot Cold
Inlets Outlets
Display
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Note: Outlet 1 (the top
outlet) is the default
outlet, when turned on
water will flow through
this outlet first.
Note: Outlet 1 is the
default outlet, when
turned on water will
flow through this
outlet first.
If a bath filler option
is required it must be
connected to outlet 1.
1 2

Step 13
Important: The location of the processor must be accessible
and dry.
If required, use the template (found on the page 18) to mark the
position of the processor fixing holes in the selected location.
Step 14
Fix the processor in position using the fixings supplied.
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
Step 15
Remove the inlet connectors retaining bolt.
Step 16
Fully insert the inlet connectors into the inlet valves (one long and
one short connector).
Note: If required, the ‘nut’ ends of the inlet connectors (and outlet
connectors) can be cut o and compression fittings can be used
to attach the pipework.
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
15V Battery WLAN Valve Contro
ller Dual Wheel
Display
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Step 17
Re-insert the inlet connectors retaining bolt.
Step 18
Important: Flush through the pipework before connection.
Attach the 15mm hot and cold water supply connections.
Step 19
Shower processor - Triple outlet option:
Remove the outlet connectors retaining bolt.
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
15V Battery WLAN Valve Co
ntroller Dual Wheel
Display
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
Bath processor - Dual outlet option:
Remove the outlet connectors retaining bolt.
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Power unit
15V DC Battery External digital
outputs Display Valve (Bath
Fill)
Controller Dual Wheel
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
Hot
Cold

Step 21
Re-insert the outlet connectors retaining bolt.
Step 22
Attach 15mm pipework to the outlet connectors.
Note: Make a note of which pipe goes to what.
Note: Make sure that the pipework is perpendicular to the
processor so that there is no strain on the fittings, use pipe clips
as required.
Run a pipe from the mixed water outlet on the processor through
the wall to the proposed position of the shower hose outlet etc.
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wh
eel
Display
Step 20
Shower processor - Triple outlet option:
Fully insert the outlet connectors into the outlet valves.
Note: Outlet 1 (the top outlet) is the default outlet, when turned
on water will flow through this outlet first.
Bath processor - Dual outlet option:
Fully insert the outlet connectors into the outlet valves.
Note: Outlet 1 is the default outlet, when turned on water will flow
through this outlet first. If a bath filler option is required it must be
connected to outlet 1.
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DIGITAL WATER CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wh
eel
Display
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
1
2
1
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15V Battery W
LAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display

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Step 23 - Connect control wheel data cable
Connect the data cable from the control wheel to the ‘Controller’ connection in the processor.
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
Step 24 - Connect facia control data cable
Connect the data cable from the facia control to the ‘Display’ connection in the processor.
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
15V Battery
WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
15V Battery
WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display

Step 26
Re-fit the processor cover.
Step 27
Display
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
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Step 25 - Connect back up battery
Connect the battery cable to the ‘Battery for battery back up’ connection and place the battery in the compartment.
15V Battery WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
15V Battery
WLAN Valve Controller Dual Wheel
Display
Connect the processor power lead to a double pole 3 amp
fuse switched spur incorporated in the fixed wiring circuit, in
accordance with the current wiring regulations.
Important: All showers requiring an electrical
connection MUST be installed by a qualified person
following the latest revision of BS 7671 (Wiring Regulations)
and certified to current building regulations.

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Cleaning / maintenance
Clean the controls only with soapy water. The use of abrasive cleaners may damage the brass, and will invalidate your guarantee.
Servicing / contact info
In the unlikely event that you are experiencing diculties with your new Crosswater Digital product, please contact the
Crosswater Technical Advice team on:
0845 8738843 or via e-mail – [e-mail]
Website: crosswaterdigital.co.uk
Guarantee
Digital Crosswater products, unless otherwise stated, carry a 5 year guarantee, which covers all manufacturing faults.
This guarantee does not cover damage caused during fitting, damage resulting from incorrect installation, or damage caused by
misuse or inappropriate cleaning.
Please do not open the processor unit as this will invalidate your guarantee.
Digital processor boxes must be fitted in accessible locations, and it is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that any processor is.
Crosswater cannot accept liability if the processor has been fitted in an inaccessible location.

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Ø8 x 55 Ø8 x 55
this side up
this side up
235mm / 9.2inch
DIGITAL WATER CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

For any further information please contact
Crosswater on: 0845 8738843
Or visit our web-site at:
www.crosswaterdigital.co.uk
Crosswater reserves the right to make technical
modifications without prior notice.