Pulse Shower Spas Bonzai 1017-B User manual

Bonzai Shower System
Model #1017-B & 1017-S
Owner's Manual
BONZAI

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1017-Parts Legend
1. NPT Nipple
2. PTFE (plumber's) Tape
 3. Chrome90˚w/ConeWasher
 4. TaperedPlasticWasher
5. Chrome Finned Nut
6. Escutcheon Base
7. Escutcheon Cover
8. Thin Escutcheon (Optional)
9. Supply Line
10. 2.5 GPM Flow Restrictor
 11. ScreenedRubberWasher
 12. 90˚Inlet
13. Mount (2)
14. Mounting Screw (2)
 15. MetalWasher(2)
16. Nylon Anchor (2)
 17. #4x1/2"Screw(10)
18. Cover Plate (2)
19. Hand Shower
20. Hand Shower Holder
21. Hand Shower Hose
 22. 4mmRubberWasher(2)
23. Showerhead
 24. 6mmRubberWasher
25. Shelf
26. Shower Arm
27. Shower Body
28. Glue (1)
29. Adhesive Tape
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GLUE TAPE

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Installation
Thank you for choosing the Bonzai Shower System by PULSE ShowerSpas!
Assembly and installation of the Bonzai Shower System is
designed to be quick and easy. If you have installation questions
or performance problems contact Customer Support at
www.pulseshowerspas.com.
Please read instructions carefully, become familiar with all parts,
installation procedures and tools required. Follow the steps in
the order presented to help avoid any mistakes.
FORNEWCONSTRUCTIONOR
COMPLETE REMODEL
•Ahot/coldmixingvalveisrequired(NOTINCLUDED)
•Nipple should extend 1⁄2"pastnishedwallsurface
FOR FIBERGLASS ENCLOSURES
IMPORTANT: PULSE does not recommend mounting through
berglasswallsurfaceswithoutadequatewoodorsheetrock
backing!IfmountingBonzaitoaberglasswallyoumust
purchase appropriate mounting hardware (sold separately).
TOOLS REQUIRED
Philips screwdriver, adjustable wrench, level, pencil or marker,
drill, 1⁄4"masonry/tiledrillbit,hammer
INSTALLATION
1. Remove your showerhead and escutcheon (trim cover) from
your existing shower arm. Leave shower arm in place.
2. Determine the length of brass NPT nipple (1, 1A) needed:
a. Place mark on existing shower arm at wall surface.
Unscrew shower arm from elbow in wall.
b. Measure distance from mark on shower arm to end of
shower arm threads. Add 1⁄2"tothismeasurement,and
then round to nearest 1⁄2".
Example 1: If measurement = 11⁄4",add1⁄2"=13⁄4",
rounded=2"NPTnipple—thisisthelengthneeded.
Example 2: If measurement = 15⁄8",add1⁄2"=21⁄8",
rounded=2"NPTnipple—thisisthelengthneeded.
NOTE: If1⁄2"X11⁄2"nipple(1)providedisnotcorrectlength
based on above formula, you can attach one or both
3⁄4"nippleextensions(1A)toobtaindesiredlengthorit
maybenecessarytopurchaserequiredlength1⁄2"NPT
brassnipple(availableatmosthardwarestoresin1⁄2"
incremental lengths).
3. Secure hand shower holder (20) to Bonzai with screws (17).
Connect Shower Arm (26) to Shower Body (27) and secure
with screws (17).
4. Apply a generous amount of PTFE (plumber's) tape (2) to
bothendsofnipple(1).Insertowrestrictor(10),then
screenedrubberwasher(11)intohexagonttingofsupply
line (9). Connect to 90° inlet (12) on backside of Bonzai
body. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
5. Slide mounts (13) over their male counterparts. [Figure A]
6. Hold Bonzai up to the wall and determine mounting
location. Evaluate showerhead and body jet heights, making
certain supply line (9) reaches nipple (1).
7. Use a level to check for vertical (plumb) position.
8. Mark the wall at top & bottom mounts (13) for reference.
9. Reposition mounts (13) to marks on wall. Mark the hole in
the center of each mount.
FOR DRILL-FREE INSTALLATION:
POSITION/APPLY4ADHESIVE3MTAPE(29)AND6DABS
OFTHEPROVIDEDGLUE(28)(FIGUREB1),EVENLY
DISTRIBUTING ON THE FLAT SURFACE OF THE MOUNT.
PLACETHEMOUNTAGAINSTTHEWALLANDAPPLY
FIRMPRESSUREFOR30SECONDS.ALLOWMINIMUM24
HOURS TO CURE BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT.
10. For solid surface walls (tile, marble, granite, etc.) use a
masonry/tilebitanddrilla1⁄4"holeatcentermarkforeach
mount that is 11⁄2"deep.BEWARE—LivePlumbingInWall!
11. Insert nylon anchors (16) into the holes. [Figure B]
12. Secure mounts (13) to wall with mounting screws (14) and
metal washers (15). DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. [Figure B]
13. Remove tape backing on escutcheon base (6), slide over
nipple (1) and attach to wall. [Figure C]
NOTE: Optional thin escutcheon (8) is for installations where
the ABS escutcheon (6,7) interferes with desired mounting
height of Bonzai. For best look with thin escutcheon (8),
nipple should not extend more than 3⁄4"fromwallsurface.
14. Securechrome90°w/conewasher(3)tonipple(2).
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. [Figure C]
NOTE: Cone washer is already installed on chrome 90° (3).
15. Insert Bonzai into wall mounts.
16. Determine length of supply line (9). Supply line must install
completely over barbed portion of 90° connector (3). To
shorten, remove Bonzai from wall, cut supply line with sharp
utility knife and re-insert Bonzai into wall mounts.
17. Secure Bonzai to wall mounts (13) with screws (17). Choose
holes that set Bonzai at desired distance from the wall.
[Figure D]
18. Insert cover plates (18) into side of mounts (13). [Figure D]
19. Slidechromennednut(5),thentaperedplasticwasher(4)
over supply line (9). Refer to Figure E for proper positioning.
20. Push hose onto barbed portion of chrome 90° (3). Slide
tapered plastic washer (4) over barbs and secure with
chromennednut(5).DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. [Figure E]
HINT: Apply small amount of liquid soap to help hose slide onto
barbed connection.
21. Push escutcheon cover (6) into base plate (1). [Figure E]
23. Insert 4mm rubber washer (22) into each end of hand
shower hose (21). Secure to Bonzai and hand shower (19).
24. Insert 6mm rubber washer (24) into showerhead (23) and
securely tighten to Bonzai. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
25. Carefully insert shelf (25) into mounting bracket until tabs
lock in place. Secure shelf to Bonzai with screw (17).

The arched shower arm pivots from side to side.
Turn diverter either direction to change functions or set
between functions for further enjoyment.
Turn face of hand shower to switch settings.
Adjust the hand shower position by loosening the knob on
the hanger and rotating forward or back.
Alwaysturncoldwateronrsttohelppreventanyaccidental
burning or scalding; especially for children and elderly.
The Bonzai is equipped with Spray-Straight™ technology in
the tips of the showerhead and hand shower. If the stream
becomes obstructed from mineral deposits, simply rub the soft
tipswithyourngertoloosendeposits.
Toremovedebrisfromowrestrictor,unscrewsupplylinefrom
backside of Bonzai. Take out screened washer and restrictor
from inside the nut. Use a toothpick or rinse with water to
remove debris.
Care and Maintenance
To keep your ShowerSpa looking new, wipe down after each
use with soft cotton cloth.
Protect your ShowerSpa from hard water stains and mineral
deposits by periodically using an auto spray wax.
Clean using mild liquid soap and a non-abrasive sponge or
cloth. Rinse with clean water.
Do Not Use Any Kind Of
Chemicals Or Abrasives!
MANUFACTURER'SLIFETIMELIMITEDWARRANTY
1.DefectsCovered;WarrantyPeriod.PulseShowerSpas,
Inc. (“Pulse”) warrants to the original consumer purchaser
who purchases this shower spa (the “Product”) for use in
his or her own home, that the Product will be free from
defects in material and manufacturing workmanship for as
long as the original consumer purchaser owns that same
home. For all other purchasers (including, but not limited
to purchasers for industrial, commercial and business use),
the above warranty will apply for a period of 5 years from
the original date of purchase.
2. Remedy. If the Product does not conform to the above
warranty, Pulse, at its option, will repair or replace the
Product, free of charge, or refund your purchase price. For
warrantyclaims,pleasevisitwww.pulseshowerspas.com/
index.php/warranty.Pulsemayrequirethatyoureturnthe
Product to Pulse, shipping prepaid, in which case Pulse will
provide you with a return materials authorization number
(RMA). Pulse may also require that you provide evidence
of the date you purchased the Product. Pulse will ship a
new or repaired Product to you, at the expense of Pulse,
or refund your purchase price. Service labor performed
by you or others in connection with the removal or
replacement of the Product will not be reimbursed
by Pulse.
3. Exclusions. Pulse shall not be responsible for failure of
the Product, and the above warranties will not apply, if the
Product fails as a result of improper installation, improper
use,modicationsorrepairsbyanyoneotherthanPulse,or
accident or abuse (including damage during shipment).
4.WarrantyonRepairsandReplacements.Forconsumer
purchasers who purchased the Product for home use,
repaired or replacement Products will continue to be
covered under this warranty for as long as he or she
owns that same home. For other purchasers, repaired
or replacement Products will be covered for the
balance of the original warranty period.
5.NoOtherWarranties;LimitationofLiability.OTHER
THANTHELIFETIMELIMITEDWARRANTYSTATED
ABOVE,PULSEDISCLAIMSALLOTHERWARRANTIES,
EXPRESSORIMPLIED,INCLUDINGBUTNOTLIMITEDTO
WARRANTIESOFMERCHANTABILITYANDFITNESSFOR
APARTICULARPURPOSE,TOTHEEXTENTPERMITTED
BYAPPLICABLELAW.THEREMEDIESSTATEDABOVE
AREYOURSOLEREMEDIESINCONNECTIONWITHTHIS
WARRANTY.INNOEVENTWILLPULSEBELIABLETO
YOUFORANYDAMAGES,WHETHERDIRECT,INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS OR BUSINESS
INTERRUPTION, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE
PRODUCTORITSUSE,WHETHERUNDERACONTRACT,
WARRANTY,TORT,ORANYOTHERCAUSEOFACTION,
EVENIFPULSEHASBEENADVISEDOFTHEPOSSIBILITY
OFSUCHDAMAGES.NOTWITHSTANDINGTHETERM
OFANYLIMITEDORIMPLIEDWARRANTY,ORINTHE
EVENTTHATANYLIMITEDWARRANTYFAILSOFITS
ESSENTIALPURPOSE,INNOEVENTWILLPULSE’S
ENTIRELIABILITYEXCEEDTHEPURCHASEPRICEOF
THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT
ALLOWTHEEXCLUSIONORLIMITATIONOFINCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONSOREXCLUSIONSMAYNOTAPPLYTOYOU.
THISLIMITEDWARRANTYGIVESYOUSPECIFICLEGAL
RIGHTS,ANDYOUMAYALSOHAVEOTHERRIGHTS
WHICHVARYFROMSTATETOSTATEANDPROVINCE
TO PROVINCE.
PULSEShowerSpas,Inc. | 297AnnaStreet | Watsonville,CA95076 | 831.724.7300
www.PulseShowerSpas.com
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