ISLAND RETREAT NU6816 Guide

NU6816 –Outdoor Solar Shower with Base
VER.02/20 NU6816

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INSTALLATION & ASSEMBLY OF THE SOLAR SHOWER
We recommend installation of the Outdoor Solar Shower on a solid surface to ensure stability and safety.
When using tools, care must be taken not to damage the chrome plating and/or the plastic mounting base, we
suggest using a cloth between the wrench and shower parts to avoid damage.
MOUNTING THE SOLAR SHOWER: CONCRETE/MASONRY INSTALLATION
1. Choose a location for the shower that will receive the most direct sunlight.
2. Use the steel base plate on the lower tube as a template to mark the location of the mounting holes to be drilled into the
concrete/masonry for the anchoring bolts –see Figure 3.
3. Remove shower section. Drill 10-mm (0.5-in) diameter holes, 45-mm (1.75-in) deep into the concrete/masonry surface,
using the marks just created.
4. Insert expansion nuts into drilled holes. Place the bolt inside the expansion nut and TAP with a hammer to slightly
expand the nut.
5. Remove the bolt and place the base plate/lower tube over the holes and secure to surface with bolts and washers
provided - see Figure 3.
6. Proceed with the assembly process as outlined in section ASSEMBLING THE SOLAR SHOWER.
MOUNTING THE SOLAR SHOWER: WOOD DECK INSTALLATION
1. Follow instructions #1 & #2 for Concrete/Masonry installation to mark where you want the shower installed.
2. Select appropriately sized anchoring wood screws and washers (not included) to secure the shower to the wood decking.
3. Drill starter pilot holes at the marked locations.
4. Secure the base plate to the wood deck with the large anchoring wood screws and washers.
5. Proceed with assembly as outlined in section ASSEMBLYING THE SOLAR SHOWER.
MOUNTING THE SOLAR SHOWER: USING THE INCLUDED PLASTIC BASE
Contents
Pc
Description
Qty
12
Bolt + Washer +
Nut
4
1. Turnover and layout the 4 pieces of the shower base so that the tabs interlock.
2. Press them together to make one large square base.
3. Insert the nuts into the slots on the underside of the base.
4. Set the bottom half of the shower tube on the top of the base plate.
5. Use a Philips screwdriver to align the nuts with the holes in the metal plate of the shower.
6. Insert the bolts with washers into the base plate. Thread and partially tighten each bolt.
7. Once all 4 bolts are partially tightened - proceed to firmly tighten all bolts.
Pc
Description
Qty
1
Base
4

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8. NOTE: Do not overtighten the bolts or you may crack the plastic base.
9. Proceed with the assembly process as outlined in section ASSEMBLING THE SOLAR SHOWER.
- Example of
assembly
ASSEMBLING THE SOLAR SHOWER
1. Once you have completed mounting the bottom half of the shower in your desired location you are ready to finish the
assembly process.
2. Attach the elbow tube to the shower. Attach the large shower head to the elbow tube. Use Teflon tape at both
connections to eliminate leaks - see Figure 1.
3. For the assembly of the upper and lower parts of the solar shower,see Figure 2. NOTE: The fit between the upper and
lower tubes is very tight. It may be necessary to pull down on the upper tube while wiggling from side-to-side to make
the connection is complete.
4. Once the upper tube is completely seated into the lower tube, secure the joint by tightening the locking ring.
5. Attach a garden hose to the inlet port of the shower on thebackside ofthe shower. Insert the included hose washer intothe
inlet port. Make certain that stainless steel tube assembly is securely tightened.
6. Be sure the garden hose is placed safely to avoid any tripping hazards.
NOTE: The maximum operating pressure for the solar shower is 43.5 PSI (3 bar). Operation of the shower with higher
pressure may cause NON-WARRANTY damage.

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INITIAL SET UP OF THE SOLAR SHOWER
1. Turn and lift the shower handle to FULL ON - HOT position.
2. To fill the shower with water, turn the water valve for the garden hose on. Shower will take about 2 minutes to fill.
3. NOTE: Filling tube with valve in hot position ensures no air pockets are trapped inshower.This procedure is used for initial
set up only or when re-opening the shower after winterizing.
4. When water flows from the shower head, turn the shower handle off. Turning the shower off allows the water to begin
heating.
5. The shower is ready to absorb sunlight and heat the water in the black solar reservoir tube.
NOTE: The time for heating the water depends on the outside temperature and the strength of the sunlight. You can expect a
water temperature increase of about 10 degrees over the air temperature, but that can vary depending on the amount of
sunlight, time of day, and how windy it is.
CAUTION: Do not shower during lightning storms.
CAUTION: ADJUST WATER TEMPERATURE GRADUALLY FROM COOL TO HOT TO AVOID INJURY
1. Lift the handle to the ON position and you are ready to enjoy your solar heated shower!
NOTE: The water supply must be turned on for shower to run - Warm water flows at approx. 2.6 GPM (10.3 I/min).
Cold water flows at approx. 2.9 GPM (10.9 I/min).
2. Turn off the water supply to the shower when done.
WARNING: DUE TO THE SOLAR RADIATION THE WATER IN THE SOLAR RESERVOIR CAN GET HOT.
WE RECOMMEND OPENING THE HANDLE IN THE MIDDLE POSITION BETWEEN HOT AND COLD, THEN
SETTING IT TO DESIRED TEMPERATURE.
IF SHOWER HAS NOT BEEN USED FOR MORE THAN THREE DAYS, WE RECOMMEND
RUNNING THE SOLAR SHOWER FOR 2 MINUTES TO REMOVE STAGNANT WATER, STAGNANT WARM
WATER CAN DEVELOP HAZARDOUS BACTERIA.
OFF SEASON DISASSEMBLY & STORAGE:
FOR WINTERIZING THE SHOWER IN COLD WEATHER CLIMATES, THE WATER MUST BE COMPLETELY
REMOVED FROM THE SOLAR SHOWER. THE SOLAR SHOWER HAS TO BE REMOVED FROM THE
MOUNTING LOCATION AND STORED IN A DRY PLACE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MAY CAUSE FROST DAMAGE. FROST DAMAGE WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THE WARRANTY.
1. Turn off and disconnect the garden hose.
2. Open the handle and allow shower to drain (approximately 2 minutes).
3. Unbolt the shower PVC tube and pour any remaining water out of unit.
4. Wipe down and store your shower parts for next season.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE SALT OR ANTI-FREEZE IN THE WATER TO PREVENT FREEZING. THIS WILL VOID
THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
Keep this manual for future reference and pass it on to any new owners of the shower.

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INSTALLATION FIGURES