Delta MultiChoice 13 Series Service manual

MultiChoice®Valve Trim
Installation Instructions
Owners Manual
13/14
Series
Write purchased model number here.
ASME A112.18.1 / CSA B125.1
ASSE 1016
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Table of Contents:
Warranty ............................................................................. Page 2
MultiChoice®Rough-In Installation Instructions ...................Pages 3 - 5
13/14 Series Installation Instructions .................................. Pages 6 - 9
Maintenance ....................................................................... Page 10
Cartridge Summary References ......................................... Page 10
To order replacement parts, visit www.deltafaucet.com
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You May Need
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9/23/11
63140 Rev. B
THIS VALVE MEETS OR EXCEEDS THE
FOLLOWING STANDARDS:
ASME A112.18.1/CSA B125.1 and ASSE 1016.
CAUTION: This system/device must be set by the
installer to ensure safe, maximum temperature.
Any change in the setting may raise the discharge
temperature above the limit considered safe and
may lead to hot water burns.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: CAUTION!–As the
installer of this valve, it is your responsibility
to properly INSTALL and ADJUST this valve
per the instructions given.This valve does
not automatically adjust for inlet temperature
changes, therefore, someone must make the
necessary Rotational Limit Stop or temperature
knob adjustments at the time of installation and
further adjustments may be necessary due to
seasonal water temperature change.YOU MUST
inform the owner/user of this requirement by
following the instructions. If you or the
owner/user are unsure how to properly make
these adjustments, please refer to page 8, and if
still uncertain, call us at 1-800-345-DELTA.
After installation and adjustment, you must affix
your name, company name and the date you
adjusted the Rotational Limit Stop or temperature
knob to the caution label provided and apply or
attach the label to the back side of the closest
cabinet door and the warning label to the water
heater. Leave this Instruction Sheet for the
owner’s/user’s reference.
WARNING:This pressure balanced or
thermostatic bath valve is designed
to minimize the effects of outlet water
temperature changes due to inlet pressure
changes, commonly caused by dishwashers,
washing machines, toilets and the like. It may
not provide protection from hot water burns
when there is a failure of other temperature
controlling devices elsewhere in the
plumbing system, if the rotational limit stop
or temperature knob is not properly set or if
the hot water temperature is changed after the
settings are made or if the water inlet changes
due to seasonal changes.
WARNING: Do not install a shut-off device on
either outlet of this valve. When this type of
device shuts off the water flow, it can defeat
the ability of the valve to balance the hot and
cold water pressures.

All parts and finishes of the Delta® faucet are
warranted to the original consumer purchaser to
be free from defects in material & workmanship
for as long as the original consumer purchaser
owns their home. Delta Faucet Company
recommends using a professional plumber for all
installation & repair.
Delta will replace, FREE OF CHARGE, during
the warranty period, any part or finish that proves
defective in material and/or workmanship under
normal installation, use & service. Replacement
parts may be obtained by calling 1-800-345-
DELTA (in the U.S. and Canada) or by writing to:
In the United States:
Delta Faucet Company
Product Service
55 E. 111th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46280
In Canada:
Masco Canada Limited, Plumbing Group
350 South Edgeware Road,
St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada N5P 4L1
This warranty is extensive in that it covers
replacement of all defective parts and even
finish, but these are the only two things that
are covered. LABOR CHARGES AND/OR
DAMAGE INCURRED IN INSTALLATION,
REPAIR, OR REPLACEMENT AS WELL AS ANY
Lifetime Faucet and Finish Limited Warranty
OTHER KIND OF LOSS OR DAMAGES ARE
EXCLUDED. Proof of purchase (original sales
receipt) from the original consumer purchaser
must be made available to Delta for all warranty
claims. THIS IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY
BY DELTA FAUCET COMPANY, WHICH DOES
NOT MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY
KIND, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY.
This warranty excludes all industrial, commercial
& business usage, whose purchasers are
hereby extended a five year limited warranty
from the date of purchase, with all other terms of
this warranty applying except the duration of the
warranty. This warranty is applicable to Delta®
faucets manufactured after January 1, 1995.
Some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. Any damage to this faucet
as a result of misuse, abuse, or neglect, or any
use of other than genuine Delta® replacement
parts WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from
state/province to state/province. It applies only for
Delta® faucets installed in the United States of
America, Canada, and Mexico.
© 2011 Masco Corporation of Indiana
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SHUT OFF WATER SUPPLIES.
Consider the type and thickness of your
finished wall before placing your stringer
back plate. Install the body (1) so the
surface of the finished wall is flush with the
front of the plasterguard (2) ± 3/8". Note:
For models with stops (3), plasterguard
MultiChoice®Rough-In Installation
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A.
B.
Distance (1) from the stringer (2) to the
front of the plasterguard is 2.8" (71 mm).
Distance (3) from the stringer (2) to the
front of the bonnet is 3.9" (99 mm).
must be flush or subflush 3/8" to
finished wall. Mount body using the two
stringer mounting holes (4) on the bracket.
Note: Remove cover (5) to access
mounting holes. Make sure the word
“UP” (6) is on top of the valve body when
installing.
If a thin wall is used, be sure to have the
plasterguard behind the wall, otherwise
the wall should always be flush with the
front of the plasterguard. See instruction
on the bag for thin wall mounting.
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Connect valve body to water supplies using
the proper fittings for your valve body type
(copper tubing, iron pipe or Pex). Note: (1) is
the cold inlet port and (2) is the hot inlet
port. If either of the two outlet ports is to be
unused, seal the port with a pipe plug.
C.
D.
Remove bonnet (1) and test cap (2)
before soldering. Leave screen (3)
installed. Warning: Avoid soldering at
high temperatures. Exposure to high
temperatures may damage screen. Be
sure stops (4) are removed from the w/
stops version before soldering. (Do not
install stops before soldering.)
If you are making a back to back or
reverse installation (hot on right and
cold on left) install the valve body as
described, but the water supply lines will
be reversed. Note: (1) is the hot inlet
port and (2) is the cold inlet port.
Copper Tubing Iron Pipe Pex
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Connect top outlet (1) to shower pipe with
proper fittings. Connect bottom outlet (2) to tub
spout pipe with proper fittings. Pipe (3) between
valve body and tub spout must be a minimum of
1/2" (13 mm) copper pipe or 1/2" (13 mm) iron
pipe in a straight drop no less than 8" (203 mm)
but no more than 18" (457 mm) long with only
one iron pipe or copper 90 degree elbow to the
tub spout nipple. Do not use PEX tubing for
tub spout drop.
Prior to testing, remove cover (1), bonnet
(2) and cap (3). Ensure O-ring (4) and filter
screen (5) are properly installed. Reinstall cap
and bonnet and tighten securely. Plug both
outlets with proper fittings. Check for leaks.
After testing remove shower and/or tub spout
plug and flush system. After flushing remove
filter screen (5) and reinstall cap, bonnet and
cover. Install stops (6 & 7) in the models with
stops and set to full open. Note: Install stops
as follows:Thread nut (6) onto stem (7) as
shown.Then press stem and nut assembly
into body (8) and tighten using a 3/8", 6
point, deep well socket. With a flat head
screwdriver, adjust stem clockwise to close
and counterclockwise to open.
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F.
MultiChoice®Rough-In Installation
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PRESSURE TESTING & FLUSHING THE INSTALLATION
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13 / 14 Series Installation
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Cartridge Installation
A.
C.
Turn off water supplies. Remove
cover (1), bonnet nut (2) and test cap (3)
from the body. If this is not a thin wall
mounting, the entire plasterguard (4)
may be removed. If screen (5) is in place,
remove before installing cartridge.
For back to back or reverse installations
(hot on right and cold on left) insert the
cartridge with the “hot side” on the right.
If you are not making a reverse or back
to back installation skip this step and
continue with step 1C.
Slide bonnet nut (1) over the cartridge
and thread onto the body. Hand tighten
securely.
B.
Rotate the cartridge (1) so the words
“hot side” (2) appear on the left. Insert
cartridge into valve body as shown. Make
sure the cartridge tubes and O-rings (3)
are properly seated in holes at the base of
the body. Ensure the keys on the body are
fully engaged with the slots in the body (4).
Back to back Installation
Normal Installation (changes not required)
Reverse
Installation
Cold
Hot
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13 / 14 Series Installation
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Showerhead and Tub Spout Installation
FOR SHOWERHEAD INSTALLATION:
Connect top outlet (1) to shower arm (2)
with proper fittings. To prevent damage
to finish on shower arm, insert wall end
of shower arm into shower flange (3)
before screwing arm into riser connection.
Thread showerhead (4) onto shower
arm. Apply plumber tape to pipe threads
on both ends. Do not overtighten
showerhead.
A.
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Slip-On Installation
The copper tube (1) must be 1/2” nominal
copper. Important: If it is necessary to cut
the copper tube, the end must be cham-
fered free of burrs to prevent cutting or
nicking O-ring inside the spout. Slide spout
over copper tube flush with the finished tub
or wall surface. Tighten set screw (2), but
do not overtighten.
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FOR TUB SPOUT INSTALLATION:
Refer to the installation instructions supplied with your spout. Do not connect deck mount
spouts to in-wall valves. Do not use hand showers connected in lieu of a tub spout to a
tub/shower valve. Do not use PEX tubing for tub spout drop.
B-1
B-2
B-3
Iron Pipe Installation
Install threaded pipe nipple (1) to extend
past finished wall. Apply plumber tape to
threads on pipe nipple and screw on
tub spout.
Copper Sweat Installation
Remove O-ring (1) from adapter (2). Solder
adapter to tube taking care to keep solder
away from O-ring groove. CAUTION: NO
SOLDER PERMITTED ON OUTSIDE
DIAMETER OF ADAPTER ADJACENT
TO O-RING GROOVE. Cut off tube (3) and
replace O-ring on groove of brass adapter.
Thread tub/spout onto adapter, taking care
not to damage O-ring, and hand tighten until
spout is firmly against finished wall and all
slack is taken up behind wall.
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13 / 14 Series Installation
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13 / 14 Series Installation
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Adjusting the Rotational Limit Stop
IMPORTANT:
The Rotational Limit Stop is used to limit the
amount of hot water available such that, if set
properly, the user will not be scalded if the han-
dle accidentally is rotated all the way to “hot”
when a person is showering or filling a tub. The
first position allows the LEAST amount of hot
water to mix with the cold water in the system.
In the first position the water will be the coldest
possible when the handle is turned all the way
to hot. As you move the Rotational Limit Stop
counterclockwise, you progressively add more
and more hot water in the mix. The last position
to the left will result in the greatest amount of
hot water to the mix, and the greatest risk of
scald injury if someone accidentally turns the
valve handle all the way to the hot side while
showering or filling a tub.
WARNING: In some instances, setting the
Rotational Limit Stop in the hottest position
(full counterclockwise) could result in scald
injury. It is necessary to adjust the Rotation-
al Limit Stop so that the water coming out
of the valve will not scald the user when the
handle of the valve is rotated to the hot side.
s!CCORDINGTOTHEMAJORITYOFINDUSTRYSTAN-
dards, the maximum allowable temperature of
the water exiting the valve is 120°F (Your local
plumbing codes may require a water tempera-
ture less than 120°F).
s4HE2OTATIONAL,IMIT3TOPMAYNEEDTOBERE-
adjusted seasonally if the inlet water tempera-
ture changes. For example, during the winter,
the cold water temperature is colder than it is
during the summer which could result in vary-
ing outlet temperatures. A water temperature
for a comfortable bath or shower is typically
between 90°F - 110°F.
s2UNTHEWATERSOTHATTHECOLDWATERISAS
cold as it will get and hot water is as hot as
it will get. Place the handle on the stem (see
page 9, step 5D) and rotate the handle coun-
terclockwise until the handle stops.
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and hold in the water stream. If the water
temperature is above 120°F, the Rotational
Limit Stop must be repositioned clockwise to
decrease valve outlet water temperature to
be less than 120°F or to meet the require-
ments of your local plumbing codes.
s4OADJUSTTHETEMPERATUREOFTHEWATER
coming out of the valve, pull the disc back to
a position where it is possible to remove the
Rotational Limit Stop and readjust the teeth
engagement position to the desired tem-
perature. Clockwise will decrease the outlet
temperature, counterclockwise will increase
the outlet temperature.Temperature change
per tooth (notch) could be 4° - 16°F based on
inlet water conditions. Repeat as necessary.
Push disc until fully seated.
WARNING: Failure to re-install Disc after
setting Rotational Limit Stop could result
in scald injury.
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FROM THE VALVE FIRST. MAKE SURE
WATER FLOWING FROM THE VALVE
AT THE HOTTEST FLOW POSSIBLE
DOES NOT EXCEED 120°F OR THE
MAXIMUM ALLOWED BY YOUR LOCAL
PLUMBING CODE.
1st Position
Hotter
Rotational Limit Stop
Stem
Disc

13 / 14 Series Installation
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Trim Installation
C. D.
A. B.
Slide O-ring (1) over cartridge and the
bonnet nut (2). The O-ring, which acts as
a spacer to steady the sleeve, should rest
behind the bonnet nut.
If your model requires a spacer (1), insert
it into the sleeve (2) and push it to the
front. Slide the sleeve over the cartridge,
body and O-ring.
Secure the escutcheon (1) and backplate
(2) (if your model has one) to the bracket
(3) using the 2 screws provided (4). Do not
overtighten escutcheon screws.
Using an Allen wrench to secure the set
screw, install the handle onto the stem.
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Faucet leaks from tub spout/showerhead:
SHUT OFF WATER SUPPLIES.
Replace seats and springs–Repair
Kit RP4993. Check condition of lower O-rings and
replace if necessary RP14414. See Helpful Hints 1,
2, & 3.
If leak persists:
SHUT OFF WATER SUPPLIES.
Replace cap assembly RP46070 or valve cartridge
RP46074.
See Helpful Hints 1, 2, 3 & 5.
Unable to maintain constant
water temperature:
Replace housing assembly with RP46071 or follow
instructions in Helpful Hints 1, 2, 4 & 5.
Helpful Hints:
1. Before removing valve cartridge assembly for any
maintenance, be sure to note the position of the
rotational limit stop on the cap.The valve cartridge
assembly must always be put back in the same
position. BE SAFE! After you have finished the
installation, turn on valve to make sure COLD
WATER FLOWS FIRST.
2. To remove valve cartridge from body, shut off
water supplies and remove handle and bonnet
nut. Do not pry the valve cartridge out of the body
with a screwdriver. Place handle on stem and rotate
counterclockwise approximately 1/4 turn after the
stop has been contacted. Lift valve cartridge out
of body.
3. To remove seats and springs, remove valve
cartridge. Separate cap assembly from the
housing assembly by rotating the cap assembly
counterclockwise 90o(degrees). Separate cap
and housing assemblies. Remove seats and
springs and replace. Place the largest diameter
of the spring into the seat pocket first and then
press the tapered end of the seal over the spring.
Reassemble valve cartridge and replace in body
following instructions given in 1 above.
4. If the water in your area has lime, rust, sand
or other contaminants in it, your pressure
balance valve will require periodic inspection.
The frequency of the inspection will depend
on the amount of contaminants in the water. To
inspect valve cartridge remove it and follow the
steps in note 1 above. Turn the valve to the full
mix position and shake the cartridge vigorously.
If there is a rattling sound, the unit is functional
and can be reinstalled following instructions given
in note 1 above. If there is no rattle, replace the
housing assembly (RP46071).
5. Push disc until fully seated. See page 8 for
more details.
To order replacement parts, visit
www.deltafaucet.com
13/14 Series Maintenance
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Cleaning and Care
Care should be given to the cleaning of this prod-
uct. Although its finish is extremely durable, it can
be damaged by harsh abrasives or polish. To clean,
simply wipe gently with a damp cloth and blot dry
with a soft towel.
Warning: Scrubbing Bubbles®Bathroom Cleaner
and Lysol®Basin Tub and Tile Cleaner must not be
used on the clear knob handles and levers. Use of
these cleaners can result in cracked or severely
damaged handles. If overspray gets onto the
handles, immediately wipe them dry with a soft
cotton cloth
MultiChoice®13/14
Grey
Off White
Longer
Lower Housing
Order RP46074 to
Replace Cartridge.
Old
Monitor®1300/1400
White
Blue
or
Off White
Shorter Lower Housing
Order RP19804 to
Replace Cartridge.
White
Blue
Shorter Lower Housing
Order RP19804 to
Replace Cartridge.
New
Monitor®1300/1400
Cartridge Summary Reference
Units shipped in March
2006 and after.
Replacement cartridges
shipped in July 2006
and after.
Units shipped before
March 2006.