Howdens TAP9013 User manual

TAP9013 – LEVER PILLAR TAPS
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Guarantee (UK only)
Your tap has the benefit of a comprehensive manufacturer’s guarantee, details of which are shown on your Proof of Purchase Document.
Any claim during the period of the guarantee must be accompanied by the Proof of Purchase. The product must be correctly installed and
operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and used for normal domestic purposes. This guarantee does not cover
accidental damage, misuse or alterations which are likely to affect the product. The guarantee is invalid if the product is tampered with, or
repaired by any unauthorised person. The guarantee in no way affects your statutory or legal rights.
Care Instructions for your Kitchen Sink Taps
To maintain the appearance of this tap, ensure that it is regularly cleaned only using a clean, soft damp cloth. A solution of warm water and
a mild li uid detergent may be used where necessary, and then the fitting rinsed thoroughly and wiped dry. Any other cleaning action will
invalidate your warranty.
Abrasive cleaners, scouring cleaners and acidic cleaners must not be used under any circumstances. Avoid contact with all solvents
(including chlorinated solvents, ketones or acetones as these may result in surface deterioration or etching). Also avoid contact with any
harsh household chemicals such as oven cleaners, drain cleaners, rust removers, paint strippers and toilet bowl cleaners, bar keepers friend
or Brasso.
Where the tap has an aerator on the spout exit it can be cleaned periodically to maintain optimum flow performance.
Important Technical Data
Minimum operating pressure: 0.1 bar Maximum hot water temperature: 70°C*
Maximum operating pressure: 5.5 bar* Recommended hot water temperature: 46°C
Flow characteristics: Single flow
*If these temperatures or pressures are exceeded, even for short periods, damage can result. In these instances a thermostatic mixing or pressure reducing
valve should be installed.
This product is manufactured in accordance with recognised European standards. Please ensure that your kitchen taps are fitted in
accordance with Local Water Byelaws.
Hot and cold supply pressures should be as closely balanced as possible for best results. Supply pipes should maintain the maximum
diameter until immediately before the fitting. The differential between the hot and cold water supply temperatures should be sufficient to
allow correct mixing function.
These installation guidelines have been prepared for your direction and you must exercise due care at all times. We do not accept
responsibility for problems that may occur through improper installation. Whilst assembling the tap take care not to accidentally loosen any
factory fixed assemblies.
This tap has been 100% assembly tested; therefore you may expect a small residual amount of water to remain in the tap when delivered.
Any water marks can be removed using the above care advice.
Installation Preparation
All parts should be removed from their packaging and inspected for completeness and transport damage prior to installation.
Before installing the new taps it is essential that you thoroughly flush through the supply pipes in order to remove any remaining
solder, swarf or impurities from your system. Failure to carry out this simple procedure could cause problems or damage to the workings of
the taps and invalidate the warranty.
We recommend installing isolation valves and particle (mesh) filters to both the hot and cold feed pipes in an accessible position. This will
help to prevent premature failure of the valves and ease any future maintenance.
Shut off the water heating system and ensure that the mains stopcock is closed. Ensure both the hot and cold water supplies are isolated
before commencing installation.
This tap re uires two ∅30-35mm tap holes, if replacing an existing tap, remove the tap & clean the end of the feed pipes using wire wool,
the tap hole areas should be free from dirt and sealant. You should ensure that the product will both fit into the depth of the mounting
surface available and reach the re uired outlet positions before installation.
Loosely position the tap to check if any alteration to the existing pipework is re uired, if this is the case do this now.
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Installation
1. Place the upper seal (B) over the base of the tap body (A).
2. Place the tap (A) and upper seal (B) onto the sink and pass the ½” inlet through the taphole. With the tap (A) in place check that
the inlet meets the water feed. If further adjustment to the plumbing is re uired do this now. The hot tap should be connected to the
left hand side of the sink when viewed from the front.
3. Place the lower seal (C) over the base of the tap body (A) flush with the underside of the sink.
4. Fasten the fixing nut (D) securely onto inlet fixing the tap into its correct location, do not over tighten nut (D).
5. Connect the taps (A) to the water supply. We recommend the use of ½” BSP tap connectors and 15mm copper pipe, to help
stabilise the taps.
After installation
Once you have visually checked the installation of the new
tap and all connections, ensure that all other fittings are
closed except the new tap which should be left open.
Turn on your water heating system and ensure that your
mains stopcock is open. Reconnect both the hot and cold
water supplies to this fitting.
Check the function of flow and function of hot and cold
water.
Turn off the tap and check carefully for any leaks around all
connections on the fitting and adjoining plumbing.
If possible return to the installation after a longer period to
double check for slower leaks. If pressure testing
e uipment is available check the installation to the
maximum recommended pressure.
Clean the tap to remove any marks created during
installation as instructed then place a bag over the product
to protect the tap until it is ready for use.
The installation should be periodically checked for damage,
if the property is left unattended for a prolonged period we
recommend isolating water supplies.
Key Description Qty.
A Tap body 2
B Upper seal 2
C Lower seals 2
D Fixing nuts 2