RED-RING VORTEX INSTANT I3VS User manual

IMPORTANT:
This booklet should be left with the user after
installation and demonstration.
Installation and User Guide
INSTANT I3VS
MANUAL ELECTRIC HANDWASH

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THIS APPLIANCE CAN BE USED BY CHILDREN AGED FROM 8 YEARS AND
ABOVE AND PERSONS WITH REDUCED PHYSICAL, SENSORY OR MENTAL
CAPABILITIES, OR LACK OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE IF THEY HAVE
BEEN GIVEN SUPERVISION OR INSTRUCTION CONCERNING USE OF THE
APPLIANCE IN A SAFE WAY AND UNDERSTAND THE HAZARDS INVOLVED.
CHILDREN SHALL NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE.
CLEANING AND USER MAINTENANCE SHALL NOT BE MADE BY CHILDREN
DO NOT SWITCH THE APPLIANCE ON IF YOU SUSPECT THE APPLIANCE
OF BEING FROZEN. WAIT UNTIL YOU ARE SURE IT HAS THAWED OUT.
Your handwash unit has been designed for
convenience, economy and safety of use,
provided that it is installed, used and
maintained in good working order and in
accordance with our instructions and
recommendations.
ALL WIRING AND INSTALLATION
MUST BE SUPERVISED BY A
SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED.
The installation must be in accordance with
the current edition of BS.7671 ( the ‘IET Wiring
Regulations’) and ‘Part P’of the ‘ Building
Regulations’ in force at the time of installation.
Installations outside England and Wales must
also conform to any local regulations in effect
This appliance is intended to be permanently
connected to the fixed electrical wiring of the
mains supply with its own dedicated supply.
This appliance must NOT be fitted where it
may be subjected to freezing conditions.
Isolate the mains electrical and water supply
before removing the appliance front cover.
 DO NOT fit any sort of tap or control on the
appliance outlet.
Take care to avoid restricting the outlet of the
pressure relief device (fig.C).
If water is discharged from the pressure relief
device, maintenance will be required before
the appliance can be safely used.
The following points will help you have a greater
understanding of how your handwash works:
The electric heating element operates at a
constant rate.
The required water temperature is achieved
by adjusting the rate of water flow.
The higher the water flow the lower the
temperature and vice versa.
The temperature of the water supplied from
the mains can vary considerably throughout
the year from 5 to 20°C.
This means that in the winter, flow rate will be
less than in the summer to achieve the same
outlet temperature.
Your handwash is designed to work within a
range of water pressures, if the pressure falls
below the minimum pressure required, it is
likely that the pressure switch will turn off the
power to the heating element, resulting in
cold water being produced by the unit. (see
page 3 for details)

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Plan your own installation carefully.
Check on the nearest and most readily accessible
rising mains water supply.
The unit should be sited so that all the spray is
contained in the sink (fig.A)
We recommend that a WRAS (Water Regulations
Advisory Scheme) listed isolating valve is fitted
into the mains cold water supply for servicing
purposes.
WARNING:
ALL WIRING AND INSTALLATION
MUST BE SUPERVISED BY A
SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON.
DO NOT INSTALL THIS UNIT
WHERE IT MAY BE SUBJECTED TO
FREEZING CONDITIONS.
USE ONLY THE COLD RISING
WATER MAIN SUPPLY.
DO NOT CONNECT THE HANDWASH
UNIT TO THE DOWN SERVICE FROM
A COLD WATER STORAGE TANK.
Plumbing the handwash unit must precede
making electrical connections.
The handwash unit must be connected to the
cold water supply with a minimum running
pressure of 69 kPa (0.7 bar, 10 psi) and a
maximum pressure of 690 kPa (7.0 bar, 100 psi).
Turn off the water supply at the isolating tap.
Before removing the front cover, check that the
control knob is set to off - 12 o’clock fully
clockwise.
1. Remove the three screws securing the
handwash unit cover and remove the cover
complete with the control knob.
2. Place the handwash unit on the wall and
determine the entry position of the water inlet
supply pipe.
Ø15mm copper, chrome polished or stainless
steel pipe should be used.
Ensure that there are no burrs on the pipe.
In multiple handwash installations, correct
pipe work sizes should be calculated to
maintain adequate flow to each unit.
3. Mark the location of the fixing screws through
the backplate (fig.B).
A ‘keyhole slot provided on the top fixing hole
to assist installation, and should be marked
and drilled first to take the wall plugs and
screws provided.
4. Tighten the top screw with head protruding
about 10mm from the wall and hook the
backplate over the screw head.
This allows for correct and accurate alignment
of the handwash unit before fixing the bottom
position.
You may not wish to tighten up both screws
at this stage as the holes are elongated to
allow for adjustment after other connections
have been made
5. Before completing the connection of the water
supply to the inlet of the unit, ensure you
flush out the pipework to remove all swarf and
system debris.
6. Connect the mains water supply to the inlet of
the handwash unit using the relevant Ø15mm
pipe.
Do not use excessive force when making
the connection to the unit.
We recommend you support the outlet
with a spanner (fig.D)
7. It is permissible to use a WRAS (Water
Regulations Advisory Scheme) approved
sealant sparingly whilst avoiding excess
finding its way into the handwash operating
parts.
WARNING:
TAKE CARE TO AVOID
RESTRICTING THE OUTLET OF THE
PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE.

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WARNING:
THIS HANDWASH MUST BE
EARTHED.
The electrical installation must be in accordance
with the current BS.7671 (IET Wiring
Regulations) and ‘Part P’of the Building
Regulations and/or local regulations
1. The handwash unit is designed for a single
phase AC electrical supply.
2. Use 3-Core 1.5mm² double insulated cable.
The cable can be surface clipped, hidden or via
conduit.
2. The incoming cable access to the handwash
unit must be via the two bottom, the top, or
rear channels provided in the backplate (fig.C)
3. Cut back cable (fig.E).
Connect cable to terminal block making sure
that all the retaining screws are VERY TIGHT
and that no cable insulation is trapped
under the screws.
4. Ensure the cable clamp is used to secure the
cable into position.
WARNING:
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
FAILURE OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK
IMPORTANT: Fitting the swivel arm must
precede fitting the front cover
1. Ensure the rubber ‘O’-ring is located fully on
the stainless steel pipe.
2. Slide the plastic retainer over the ‘teeth’ of the
outlet until they ‘click’ into position (fig.F).
A
B
C

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D
F
E
G
H

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It is necessary to engage the control knob
in the correct position on the flow valve
spindle before the front cover is located.
1. Ensure the 2 x backplate fixing screws are
fully tightened (fig.B).
2. Before replacing the front cover, check that
the flow valve spindle and the control knob
are rotated fully clockwise (fig.G).
3. Refit the front cover with the 3 x fixing screws
DO NOT switch on the power to the handwash
unit until the commissioning procedure has been
carried out.
IMPORTANT: Turn the control knob fully
anti-clockwise until the valve is fully open.
This will ensure a fast fill up of the
handwash.
Let the water flow through the handwash unit to
release any air which may be in the system and
fill the handwash with water.
IMPORTANT: When a steady water flow is
evident, turn the control knob fully
clockwise to the off position.
IMPORTANT: The handwash unit must be
full of water before the power is switched
on.
1. Make sure that the electrical supply has been
isolated at the isolating switch.
2. Ensure the water supply is fully on at the
mains and the isolating service valve (if fitted)
is fully open, check that water is not leaking
from the bottom of the case.
3. Turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the full
cold position.
4. Check that the water flows freely from the
handwash within a few seconds.
The water from the patented ‘Vortex’
sprayhead will be at full force and at a cool
temperature.
5. Rotate the control knob slowly clockwise.
This will gradually reduce the water flow with
the water temperature remaining cool.
6. Rotate the control knob fully anti-clockwise to
return to maximum water flow.
7. Switch on the mains electrical supply at the
isolating switch.
The ‘Power’ neon indicator will illuminate.
8. Turn the control knob clockwise and check
that the water gets warmer,
Turn anti-clockwise and check the water
gets cooler.
Wait a few moments for the temperature
of the water to stabilise.
NOTE: When the water temperature is
changed the flow rate alters.
9. Turn the control knob fully clockwise to stop
the water flow.
1. The mains electricity and water supply should
normally be left on.
The flow of the water is controlled by a tap,
which is incorporated inside the unit.
2. Turn the knob anti-clockwise 180° (fig.H).
This will, in the majority of cases, provide a
suitable temperature for washing hands.
However, in extreme conditions,
i.e. mid-winter or mid-summer, the
temperature of the water can be adjusted to
suit.
3a. If the water is too hot,
then increase the water flow by,
Turning the control knob anti-clockwise
Wait a few moments for the temperature
of the water to stabilise (fig.H).
Repeat turning anti-clockwise if necessary
until you get the water temperature of your
liking.

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3b. If the water is too cold,
then decrease the water flow by,
Turning the control knob clockwise,
and continue as necessary until you get the
water temperature of your liking (fig.H).
The final adjustment may be anywhere on
the scale.
3c. Basically turning the control knob
clockwise increases water temperature
anti-clockwise decreases the temperature
Wait a few moments for the
temperature of the water to stabilise.
4. The neon indicator on the front of the
handwash shows when the heating element
is working.
5. When you have finished handwashing, turn
the control knob fully clockwise to the
off position.
6. DEMONSTRATE OPERATION TO USERS,
AND LEAVE THIS BOOK WITH THEM
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING:
DO NOT SWITCH THE UNIT ON IF
YOU SUSPECT IT OF BEING
FROZEN. WAIT UNTIL YOU ARE
SURE IT HAS THAWED OUT.
WARNING:
CONSIDERATION SHOULD BE
GIVEN TO SUPERVISING THE
YOUNG, ELDERLY AND THE INFIRM
WHILST THEY USE THIS UNIT.
Manufacturer
Redring
Product
I3VS
Load Profile
3XS
Efficiency Class
A
Efficiency %
37
Consumption
(kWh / annum)
170
Sound (dB)
15
Precautions
Ensure all product care,
installation and
maintenance instructions
listed here are followed
WARNING:
BEFORE ANY CLEANING, SWITCH
OFF AT THE ISOLATING SWITCH.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
SHALL NOT BE MADE BY CHILDREN
It is recommend that the handwash unit be
cleaned using a soft cloth and that the use of
abrasive or solvent cleaning fluid be avoided.
The patented “Vortex” spray head does not
require de-scaling.
We offer a technical advisory service on the
telephone to installers and other customers with
problems in the field.
Please call our technical team on:
0844 372 7766
Or alternatively email us on:
[email protected]
Remember to quote the exact type of handwash,
as written on the front of the unit and on this
leaflet.
The model and serial number are located on the
bottom face of the handwash.
Make a note of those numbers here, and be sure
to quote them if you call for advice.
Model Number: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serial Number: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NOTE: You may be charged for a service
call if you do not have the serial number.

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GUARANTEE
Terms and Conditions for UK (outside UK contact your local distributor)
In the unlikely event of a product breakdown during the guarantee period, you should
contact our Service and Repair Helpline who will be able to assist with the repair and
advise of the best course of action to be taken.
Please DO NOT remove the product prior to making this call as this may invalidate your
guarantee.
Service and Repair Tel: [phone] or email: [e-mail]
We guarantee this product for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase.
Within the guarantee period we will resolve, free of charge, any manufacturing defects in the product
resulting from faulty workmanship or material on condition that:-
a) The product has been correctly installed and commissioned in accordance with our instructions and is
being used on the supply circuit or voltage printed on the rating plate.
b) The product has been used in accordance with these instructions and has not been tampered with
or otherwise subject to misuse, neglect or accident.
c) The product has not been taken apart, modified or repaired except by a person authorised by us.
d) Evidence of the date of purchase in the form of an invoice or receipt will be required in order to qualify
under the terms of this guarantee.
e) For the service work to be undertaken free of charge, the work must only be undertaken by
Redring Xpelair Group Limited, or our approved agents.
f) Service under guarantee has no effect on the expiry date.
The guarantee on any exchanged parts or product ends when the original guarantee period ends.
EXCLUSIONS
This guarantee DOES NOT cover damage or defects arising from poor or incorrect installation, improper
use or lack of maintenance, including the build-up of limescale.
It is the responsibility of the installer to check that the installation parameters meet the requirements
of the products, and any relevant regulations.
If we are called out to a fault, which is subsequently identified as being an installation fault, we will make
a charge.
It is important that the routine checks are completed before calling us out, as many issues can be simply
diagnosed and resolved.
A charge will be made where a call under the terms of the guarantee has been booked and a failure was
not product related, or an engineer arrives and is not able to gain access.
We make no guarantees as to response time for repairs.
We will endeavour to achieve the most timely response possible but while we indicate an average
response time, this should not be taken as a guarantee.
The guarantee applies to a repair or replacement (at our discretion) of the product subject to the
conditions above, and DOES NOT cover compensation for the loss of the product or consequential
loss of any kind.
This guarantee does not apply to the repair or replacement of pressure relief devices, sprayheads,
isolating switches, electrical cable, fuses and/or circuit breakers.
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
Newcombe House, Newcombe Way,
Orton Southgate, Peterborough, PE2 6SE
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Service Tel: [phone]
Technical Service Email: [e-mail]
ErP (A4 Leaflet: 567-2613-02b)