Speakman S-1496-AF User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS
92-S-1496-98-03
For additional assistance or service please contact:
SPEAKMAN®
800-537-2107
customerser[email protected]
www.speakman.com
S-1496-AF
S-1498-LH
* Shower head may
vary between models.
HELPFUL TOOLS & SUPPLIES:
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
Pencil
Adjustable
Wrench
Flat Tip
Screwdriver
Phillips
Screwdriver
Thread Seal
Tape
3/32" Hex Key Wrench
(Included)
Measuring
Tape
Safety
Glasses
Level
Warranty information can be found at:
www.speakman.com
WARRANTY
Your new Shower/Bath Valve is designed for years
of trouble-free performance. Keep it looking new by
cleaning it periodically with a soft cloth. The use of
harsh chemicals and abrasives on any of the
Speakman custom finish products may damage the
finish and void the product warranty. Please be sure
to only use approved cleaners. Please contact
Speakman for any clarification of acceptable
cleaners.
This type of valve must be cleaned and maintained
on a regular basis. Periodic maintenance should be
performed at least every 12 months or after any
changes have been made to the building’s plumbing
system. Valves that are installed outdoors should be
winterized by removing all of the internal parts and
removing any standing water from the valve.
Quarterly the maximum hot temperature setting (TLS)
should be checked and adjusted accordingly.
MAINTENANCE
Cover your drain to prevent loss of parts. Be sure to
wear eye protection while cutting pipe.
SAFETY TIPS
IMPORTANT
• Be sure to read instructions thoroughly before
beginning installation.
• Be sure to have properly adjusted the Temperature
Limiting Stop (TLS) as outlined in this Installation
Manual.
• Inspect all connections after installation of valve.
• This valve has an operating range of 20-80 Psi.
• This valve is designed to be used in conjunction
with a shower head rated at 1.75 gpm (6.6 L/min)
or higher flow rate.
•NOTE: This installation manual covers several
models of valves. While the appearance of your
valve may differ from those shown, the installation
method is the same.
•Maximum water pressure: 125 psi static; minimum
water pressure: 20 psi flowing; minimum cold
supply temperature: 40 °F; maximum hot supply
temperature: 160 °F.
FREEZE PROTECTION
Freeze damage to the shower unit will void theFreeze damage to the shower unit will void the
warranty. It is important to winterize the completewarranty. It is important to winterize the complete
shower unit. The unit must be drained of all watershower unit. The unit must be drained of all water
in freezing conditions. This includes removing thein freezing conditions. This includes removing the
valve cartridge and the shower head from the unit.valve cartridge and the shower head from the unit.
Store the valve cartridge and shower head indoors.Store the valve cartridge and shower head indoors.
• Mounting location must be capable of supporting
the product in use.
CAUTION: When outdoor temperature
rises above 90 degrees, use caution to
prevent scalding from water stored within
the unit. It is recommended to flush the unit
by turning it on for 30 seconds before
entering the shower water. This will avoid
accidental scalding by the user and ensure
safe use of the shower unit.
1Slide the Strap (1) onto the Shower Arm (2).
2Apply Thread Seal Tape to both ends of Shower Arm Gooseneck, and Bottom Plug. Thread Shower Arm
Gooseneck into Valve Body being sure to properly align outlet. Install Plug into bottom port of Valve Body and
Wrench tighten.
HANDLE AND DIAL CAP REMOVAL
3
3/32"
The Handle and Dial Cap must be removed for proper mounting of the Shower Valve and to adjust the
Temperature Limit Stop. Remove the Handle Screw (1), then slide the Handle (2) off. Remove the Dial Cap
Screw (3) followed by sliding off the Dial Cap (4).
4Mounting location of Shower Valve.
Determine mounting location of Shower Valve.
(See Rough-In Diagram located at the end of this
document).
Secure with Mounting Screws (not included) to
structure capable of supporting the product in use.
Ensure there is adequate distance between the
Valve and mounting structure to allow for
installation of Water Supply lines.
Note: A Spacer Block with a thickness of
1/2"-9/16" is required between the Shower
Valve (1) and the Mounting Structure (2) only. This
is to allow for adequate clearance while installing
inlet supply lines.
5Apply Thread Seal Tape to HOT and COLD Pipe
Connections (not supplied). Install the HOT and
COLD Pipe Connections to the Valve accordingly,
either through the wall, from the ceiling, or from
the floor. For ceiling and floor mounts, hold 1”
from finished wall to center of supply lines. Thread
into Valve Body and Wrench tighten. Turn on
water supply and check for leaks.
NOTE: Illustration shown is for reference only.

6Mounting location of Shower Arm Strap is variable but required. Verify that the mounting location and
structure is capable of supporting the product in use.
Mark location of mounting holes for Shower Arm Strap (1) referencing the rough-in diagram contained in this
document.
Install Shower Arm Strap (1) to upper pipe using Supplied Screws. In drywall or tile applications, be sure to use
appropriate hardware.
If you are performing a
Standard Installation,
please skip to
STEP 9.
If you are performing a
Back-to-Back
Installation, please
continue to STEPS 7 &8.
7 BACK-TO-BACK INSTALLATION
Your Shower Valve has the ability to be mounted back-to-back with another Valve in a shared space. This means the HOT
and COLD inlets may be reversed. Please see the following steps to adapt your valve for back-to-back mounting or
reversed inlet supplies.
If the HOT and COLD water supplies are reversed (HOT on right and COLD on left), disassemble Valve Cartridge as
outlined in STEP 8.
NOTE: Never install the valve body upside down!
Reverse
Installation
COLD
COLD COLD
COLD
COLD
HOT HOT
HOT HOT
HOT
Normal Installation
(shown without Bonnet)
H
Reverse Installation
(shown without Bonnet)
C
Normal Installation
(changes not required)
Please proceed to
STEP 8.
VALVE CARTRIDGE ADJUSTMENT/RE-INSTALLATION8
Ensure that the water supplies are turned "OFF". Adjust the Cartridge Assembly by following the
steps below.
• Gently remove the Retaining Clip ❶and TLS Plate ❷and keep them aside for later use.
• Using a Phillips Head Screwdriver, remove the four (x4) Bonnet Screws ❸.
• Pull out the Cartridge assembly from the Valve Body.
• Using a Flat Tip Screwdriver, separate the Bonnet ❹from the Cartridge Housing ❻by gently
prying between the Flange of the Bonnet ❹and Cartridge Housing ❻to release the engagement.
• Pull out the Cartridge ❺from the Housing ❻.
• Rotate the Cartridge ❺180º so the "H" is now present at the 3 o'clock position.
• Insert the Cartridge ❺into the Cartridge Housing ❻.
• Position the Bonnet ❹over the Cartridge ❺and snap the Bonnet ❹into the Cartridge Housing
❻while aligning the tabs and slots accordingly.
• Reinstall the Cartridge Assembly into the Valve Body while ensuring the Large O-Ring ❼is
properly seated.
• Secure the Cartridge Assembly with the four (x4) Bonnet Screws ❸.
• See STEP 9 for TLS Adjustment and re-installation of the TLS Plate ❷and Retaining Clip ❶.
ROTATE
180˚
TEMPERATURE LIMIT ADJUSTMENT9
The maximum outlet temperature setting adjustment
(Temperature Limit Stop (TLS)) of the Valve has been
factory set at 110° F. To adjust the limit of the maximum
outlet temperature the Valve delivers, adjust the Valve’s
temperature limit stop (TLS) Plate.
• Slip the Retaining Clip away from the Spindle and the
TLS Plate towards the end of the Spindle.
• With the water supplies “On”, rotate the Valve
Spindle clockwise to the maximum desired outlet
temperature.
• Position the TLS Plate so it contacts the Lug on the
Bonnet and therefore restricts the clockwise rotation of
the Spindle.
• Slip the Retaining Clip back into the groove of the
Spindle to hold the TLS plate in place.
• Rotate the Spindle counter-clockwise to the “Off”
position.
BONNET LUG
TLS PLATE
CLIP
NOTE: A thermometer can be held at the Valve outlet to aid in either checking the existing factory setting
or reaching the desired outlet temperature.
HANDLE AND DIAL CAP INSTALLATION
10
3/32"
Slide on the Dial Cap (1) onto the Bonnet. Tighten in place with the Dial Cap Screw (2). Slide the Handle (3)
onto the Valve post. Then secure into position with Handle Screw (4).

11 Turn on water supplies. Turn on Valve to the
"WARM" position and flush for 1 minute.
12 OPTION: If your unit comes with shower head, apply Thread Seal Tape to threads of Shower Arm (1). Thread
Shower Head (2) onto Shower Arm (1) and tighten with Adjustable Wrench. Check all connections for leaks.
NOTE: Shower head not
included with all models.
Shown for reference only.
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS SPEAKMAN®
Service Instructions
Caution- Any repair or servicing of the Valve may effect the maximum outlet
temperature setting of the Valve. After working on the Valve, make sure the
maximum outlet temperature is set to the recommended setting of 110 °F.
Cartridge Removal: see STEP 8.
1) Shut off the HOT & COLD water supplies to the Valve.
2). Remove Valve Handle and the Dial Plate as outlined in STEP 3.
3) With the Valve in the “OFF” position, remove the four (x4) Valve Bonnet
Screws. Carefully remove the Cartridge Assembly. Ensure nothing is left over
in the Valve Body cavity.
4) Replace with new Cartridge Assembly. Make sure the Large Bonnet
O-Ring Seal is installed and seated properly in the Valve Body. Reassemble
the Cartridge Assembly, making sure the “UP” on the Bonnet is in the up
position. Tighten the four (x4) Bonnet Screws. Turn "ON" the HOT & COLD
water supplies. Check the Valve for leaks.
5) To limit the maximum outlet temperature the Valve delivers, see STEP 9.
6) Reassemble the Dial Plate and the Handle as outlined in STEP 10.
S-1496-AF / S-1498-LH REPAIR PARTS SPEAKMAN®
RPG04-0367-PC HANDLE WITH SCREW
RPG05-106096 RETROFIT "PB KIT
ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

S-1496-AF ROUGH-IN DIAGRAM SPEAKMAN®
DIMENSIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
NOTES:
COMPLIANCE:
CONNECTIONS:
ASME A112.18.1/CSA B 125.1
ASSE 1016
• Inlet: ½” NPT Female
Contractor to supply necessary inlet
connections.
FRONT VIEW
WITHOUT WALL
TO FLOOR
SIDE VIEW
WITH WALL
WITHOUT WALL
S-1498-LH ROUGH-IN DIAGRAM SPEAKMAN®
DIMENSIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
NOTES:
COMPLIANCE:
CONNECTIONS:
ASME A112.18.1/CSA B 125.1
ASSE 1016
• Inlet: ½” NPT Female
• Outlet: ½“ NPT Male (Shower Arm)
Contractor to supply necessary inlet
connections.
TO FLOOR
INLET CONNECTION
BACK VIEW
WITHOUT WALL
SIDE VIEW
WITH WALL
FRONT VIEW
WITHOUT WALL