Insignia GT1000 User manual
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INSTALLATION MANUAL
GT1000
ATTENTION INSTALLERS:
These instrucons must be
le with the customer
30 Day Technical Support: 01908 226545
(NOTE: This service is only available to customers from the day of delivery,
please have your supplier’s details and your postcode to hand before calling)
Replacements Parts: inside of your warranty contact:
www.insigniarange.co.uk/customerService.aspx
Spares/Replacements Parts: outside of your warranty
contact 0844 800 3069
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Contents
Introduction
Electrical Requirements
What’s In The Boxes?
Screw Pack Contents
Plumbing Requirements
Starting The Installation
Water Connections
Sealing and Water Testing
Help Book Information
Parts List
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Thank you for your recent purchase of an Insignia shower. Please read this booklet with great care to ensure you get the best out of your build and have a shower that
will last for many years to come!
Like everything, in order to obtain a first class product that will serve you well for many years, the effort and correctness put into the assembly will reflect in the quality of
your finish.
OUR BADGE RATING IN TERMS OF DIFFICULTY OF ASSEMBLY IS BASED ON CLIENT FEEDBACK
1 Badge = Very easy
2 Badges = Easy
3 Badges = Moderate
4 Badges = Harder than average
5 Badges = Professional skills required
This shower is rated 3 Badges
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ASSEMBLY AND SIMPLE PLUMBING
THIS PRODUCT BUILD IS RATED SUITABLE FOR DIY PURPOSES PROVIDING THE CUSTOMER IS OF ABOVE AVERAGE SKILLS AND FEELS CONFIDENT IN
THEIR ABILTY. ONLY YOU THE CUSTOMER WILL KNOW THIS SO BEFORE ANY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO ASSEMBLY READ THROUGH THE FOLLOWING PAG-
ES IN DETAIL THEN DECIDE. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT USE THE SERVICES OF A PROFESSIONAL. IN PICKING SUCH, ALLOW THEM TO DECIDE IF THEY
ARE CAPABLE OF BUILD BY FIRST SHOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO THEM. ALWAYS GET THREE QUOTES.
REMEMBER THE BEST IS NOT ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST!
REMEMBER PLUMBERS PLUMB! 90% OF THIS JOB IS NOT PLUMBING!
DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS PRODUCT WE HIGHLY ADVISE THE PURCHASE AND FITTING OF A WATER SOFTENER
REMEMBER:
These showers are designed to be free standing and movable from their location should you have need to replace anything. ALWAYS USE Flexible braided water inlet
pipes at least a metre long (not central heating plastic type! )
from house supply to the shower and again flexible waste pipe to join to your house waste. NEVER fix with rigid pipes, never fix the unit to the wall.
DURING BUILD, LIKE ALL SHOWERS CORRECT SEALING IS IMPERATIVE.
ATTENTION
ALWAYS FIT EASY TO GET TO TAPS ON BOTH HOT AND COLD WATER SUPPLY. AS A DISHWASHER OR WASHING MACHINE, THIS PROD-
UCT MUST BE ISOLATED WHEN NOT IN USE. FLEXI SUPPLY HOSES (SUPPLIED) COUPLE HERE AS ORIGIN OF SUPPLY
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Requirements
Scissors Stanley Blade Silicone Gun Spirit Level Tape Measure Philips Screwdriver Electric Drill
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Whilst the next steps show you how to assemble your shower we want to make sure you have a correct build to ensure you get a trouble free shower. Therefore our advice
is to follow the instructions and perform a dry run to ensure you are confident with the build and you understand fully how the unit is assembled. When we use the word
“DRY RUN” this means you do not silicone anything, just simply construct the shower, align, drill and screw everything together. Once you are happy with the build take the
unit apart and carry out the final fix.
What’s In The Boxes?
Tray Box
1x Tray
1x Roof
2x Curved Rails
Glass Room
2x Door seals
2x Glass doors
2x fixed glass
Backwalls
1x complete acrylic pre-formed backwall
In addition to above you will have all the required internal accessories to complete the shower
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Insignia Screw Pack
VERY IMPORTANT
Have you got everything? If not please contact the Insignia Support Line on 01908 226545. Remember NEVER book your tradesman until everything has arrived, been
checked and is present. No replacement/missing parts can be obtained free of charge during or after the build. Any claims can only be within the timescale permitted (48
hours after delivery) and always BEFORE build.
Product Code Descripon Quanty
SP097 Door Handles 2
SP006 Chrome Door Wheels 8
ST20 20mm Screws 20
ST35 35mm Screws 10
ST13 14mm Screws 6
ST25 25mm Screws 10
PRC20 Retaining Clips 4
DB6 Drill Piece 1
Note: In some cases you may have more screws than needed, this is done so you have spares!
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Pressure Requirements from your house supply
We recommend a bar pressure between 2.5 and 3.4 BAR. If you have a combi boiler system no problem should be experienced. If you have a gravity feed older type
installation (hot water tank type usually less than 1 bar) you will almost certainly need a pump. We cannot advise on which type of pump is used, location or design because
all house plumbing layouts vary. This is a job for your installer/plumber. The end delivery however must fall within the scope above.
Debit Requirements
You will need the debit capabilities of at least 10 litres per minute. Again an average combi boiler will supply this but please check if you have a gravity feed system.
Important Note Do not exceed 3.4 BAR pressure under any circumstances. Warranty is void if so as damage will occur. If you have a combi supply, please use a pressure
reducing valve if required to lower the BAR pressure to the shower.
Please Remember that this product is free standing and is designed to be pulled away from the wall. The water supply and waste require flexible pipes. If you purchased the
fitting kit with this shower you will have the required fittings. The water supply pipes need to be at least 1 metre in length and must be that of a flexi braided type..
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN IT CAN CAUSE THE CONNECTION TO POP AFTER A FEW WEEKS OF USE
Please note if a shower pump is used via gravity system we recommend a separate cold feed bypassing pump direct to generator to avoid damage to the
generator.
Further to this as you would with a washing machine or dishwasher, it is highly recommended that accessible water valve taps are installed to turn off the shower when not
In use. This will avoid any possible flooding due to a burst pipe or connection failure in the future.
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TO START
Make sure you have a clear space, remember when finished and in place you need access to check your build and
able to pull the shower out for servicing or should you have the need to replace anything!
Take the shower tray and remove all the protective wrapping and fit the waste. If you purchased the fitting kit it is
possible this may have already been fitted in the tray hole yet please note this is only for transportation reasons
therefore you will still need to ensure the correct sealing and alignment is carried out. In the side of the waste
supplied in the optional fitting kit you will notice a spigot not seen on an ordinary waste. In most cases this is blanked
yet should you have a steam version you need to gently drill this out as this item is for the steam generator drainage
and will be connected in the instructions later.
Now please level the tray by firstly placing the tray in its final location and then using a spirit level, adjust the tray feet
accordingly. Once you are happy with the levelling of the tray, you can pull it out to begin the main construction.
Step 1
Attach the uprights to the top and bottom curved rail using
the ST35 screws. The end with the groove is designed to
sit on the tray, with the flat end connecting to the roof.
Please note the ‘U’ shaped channel is meant to face
inwards to allow the glass to fit correctly.
(Insignia logo on top rail)
PLEASE NOTE
The screw head needs to bypass the OUTER hole. If this
does not occur please bore out the outer hole only by
about 2-4mm
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Step 3
Align the 2 x side glass panels with the rubber seal into the
glass frame as shown below and push tightly in to position.
Once both panels are tightly in place you can secure the outer
edges of the glass in to position using the glass retaining clips
(PRC20) as shown in the image. To do this simply align the
clips tight up to the glass and using screw type ST13 screw in
to position. Do this for all 4 clips (2 x top and 2 x bottom)
Step 2
Take the 2 x pieces of flat side glass and run the plastic seal down 1
side of each piece and cut to length if required.
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Step 4
Offer your glass frame up to the tray
Step 5
Taking the pre-fabricated back wall, offer it up to the tray and align to the front
glass. Once you are happy with the overall position, remove the back wall and
run a bead of silicone under the bottom of the back wall and place back on the
tray. This will add to the water tightness once finished.
Using Screw type ST20 attach the back wall to the front glass framework as
shown above.
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Step 6
Screw the back wall to the tray using screw type ST25
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Step 7
Align the roof on to the top of the shower as shown below and secure in to position using screw type ST20
Step 8
Fit the adjustable wheels to the top and bottom of the glass doors and ensure the
wheels are at their lowest position and hang on the inner curved rails with the wheels
facing the outside of the glass.
Once all wheels are fitted and on the rails you can adjust the wheels by turning the
plastic bolt clockwise in which in turn will pull the wheels towards the track ensuring a
secure a tight fit.
Now grease the track to ensure a smooth and long lasting operation
(not supplied)
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Hose
Attach the chrome flexible hose to the hand shower and water
outlet as shown in the image. Ensure you place the chrome
sleeve end to the hand shower coupling allowing it to sit com-
fortably in the shower holder.
Accessory Installation
Monsoon Head
Attach the grey hose from your valve to the inner black
tube using PTFE tape (please note this only needs to be
hand tight. Over tightening will snap/damage the inner
black tube)
Handle
Ensuring that the inner thread is
protruding out from the handle far
enough, place the handle on the
outside of the door and secure by
tightening the inner chrome knob to
the protruding inner thread.
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Door Seals
Magnetic Seal: Push the magnetic door seal on the handle side of the glass door ensuring this is
tightly fitted.
Rear Door Seal: Place the rear door seal on the opposite side to the magnetic strip ensuring the
flap is facing the fixed glass panel
Shower Valve
Connect the corresponding hoses to the rear of the valve as shown.
Device output may differ from the image. Please refer to your outer chrome faceplate in-
side your Insignia shower as a reference point.
IF YOUR DIAL DOES NOT CORROSPOND TO THE APPROPRIATE DEVICE:
Turn on your water to the shower and note which output the water exits from then turn off
the water and swap over the relevant hose.
Alternatively remove the outer chrome knob by removing the chrome cap and loosening
the grub screw (please ensure not to unscrew fully as this will drop within the chrome
knob) this is found on the opposite side to the chrome pillar. Once you have succeeded in
loosening this you can now slide your faceplate to correspond to the device.
Hot Water InletCold Water Inlet
Hand Shower Body Jets
Monsoon Shower
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Silicone Seal where shown in red on the inside of the shower
TESTING FOR WATER LEAKS
LEAVING SHOWER 24 HOURS AFTER BUILD ALLOWING SEALENT TO CURE
With all connections tight, the waste and hoses checked, jets fully sealed, your shower still around
18 inches from its designated final resting point and the silicone fully cured (hence leaving for 24
hours minimum) Switch on the overhead shower NOT the massage jets, remember these will fire
water out at you and are not suitable for checking leaks as they would normally only operate when a
person is in front of them. Just use COLD water setting as hot will make cabin misty and conden-
sate thus the inspection becomes very difficult. Now on the OUTSIDE of the shower inspect each
joint, factory seal, hose, clip and jet by walking from one side and going around to the back and then
to the other side finishing at the front. If you have a small leak (normally caused through insufficient
sealer or air bubble on assembly, dry the area thoroughly and reseal on the OUTSIDE. Please re-
member where you see the water this may not be exactly where the leak is as it could have run
around to a low point. Never seal your inner fittings (accessories) inside unless you feel it necessary
and make sure it is thin and neat, remember you will see this for the life of the shower! Again leave
to cure and check. If all good now check shower functions i.e. jets for back massage, foot massage,
(if you have one) and finally hand shower, check your joints to these functions at the rear again.
Never use the shower until all checks have been made and the installer is 100% happy in the
knowledge no leaks are present.
All good?
Now push your shower FROM THE BASE NEVER GLASS OR FRAME into its final resting position.
Now you can shower in the knowledge that you have no leaks a job done well and long product life.
Happy showering!
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Need Help?
If so then simply download Insignia’s free comprehensive help and troubleshooting brochure now!
Simply visit: www.insigniarange.co.uk/help.aspx
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Part Code Part Descripon
SP063 Monsoon Shower head
SP226 Massage jets
SP123 Hand shower holder
SP159 Shower waste
SP097 Chrome rectangular door han-
dles
SP072 Door stoppers
SP008 Door Wheels
SP105 Chrome Flexible Hose
SP195 Blister pack
SP152 Standard shower head
Sp166 Approximately 4 meters of “U
Internal Items
Part Code Part Descripon
SP300 Waste hose
SP221 Drain Hose
SP308 Magnec door seals
SP310 Rear door seals
SP170 3 Port—2 Feed non-
thermo valve
External Items Parts List
Part Code Part Descripon
GT1000-1Tray
GT1000-2Roof
GT1000-5Boom rail
GT1000-6Top Rail
GT1000-7Le Upright
GT1000-8Right upright
GT1000-9Blank Back wall
Framework
Part Code Part Descripon
GT1000-3Glass door
GT1000-4Front Fixed glass
Glass
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