Symmons Elm Trim Series Manual

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5503-TRM, 5505-TRM, 5506-TRM
Elm™Trim Series
Operation & Maintenance Manual
Model Numbers Specifications
Tub & shower with hand shower trim (5506-TRM) includes
shower escutcheon kit and diverter escutcheon kit.
Features showerhead and hand shower with standard 2.5
gpm (9.5 L/min) ow rate restrictor and non-diverter tub
spout. Shower & hand shower trim (5505-TRM) includes
shower escutcheon kit and diverter escutcheon kit.
Features showerhead and hand shower with standard
2.5 gpm (9.5 L/min) ow rate restrictor. Hand shower trim
(5503-TRM) includes shower escutcheon kit. Features
hand shower with standard 2.5 gpm (9.5 L/min) ow
rate restrictor. All trim assembled from metal and plastic
components. All trim in standard polished chrome nish.
5503-TRM
Modifications
Warranty
Limited Lifetime - to the original end purchaser in
consumer installations.
5 Years - for commercial installations.
Refer to www.symmons.com/warranty for complete
warranty information.
Hand Shower Trim
Compliance
ASME A112.18.1/CSA B125.1
-1.5
-552HSB
-IPS
1.5 gpm (5.7 L/min) flow restrictor
30" slide bar in place of wall cradle on
hand shower units
1/2" female IPS connections
Note:
Append appropriate -sufx to model number.
-2.0 2.0 gpm (7.6 L/min) flow restrictor
-REV
-X Integral service stops
Reverse coring, hot on right, cold on left,
for back to back installations
-X-CHKS Integral check stops - for use in
installations where a positive shut-off
device is used downstream of mixing
valve
-STN Satin nickel finish
-SBZ Seasoned bronze finish
Shower & Hand Shower Trim
5505-TRM
Tub/Shower & Hand Shower Trim
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Operation & Maintenance Manual
Dimensions
Measurements
A Ø 2 1/4", 57 mm
B 8", 202 mm
C 2 1/8", 53 mm
D 4 5/8", 118 mm
E
1/2" I.P.S. thread must
be recessed 1/4" from
nished wall
F 6", 152 mm right or left
G 77", 1956 mm
H Ø 7 1/2", 191 mm
I Ø 5", 127 mm
J 8", 203 mm
K 4 3/4", 13 mm
L Ø 2 5/8", 68 mm
M32", 813 mm (5506)
45", 1067 mm (5503, 5505)
N 12", 305 mm
O 2 3/4", 70 mm
P 3 1/2", 89 mm
Q 1/2" NPT
R 4 3/4", 111 mm
S
(Rough in) 2 3/8" ± 1/2", 60 mm ± 13 mm
T 5 7/8", 149 mm
Notes:
1) Install blocking to support risers per application.
2) All dimensions measured from nominal rough-in (see S as reference).
3) Dimensions are subject to change without notice.
A
D
D
C
C
I
I
HH
L
L
M
M
N
N
G
G
B
B
E
E
K
K
J
J
O
OP
P
S
S
T
T
R
R
Q
Q
F
F
Floor
Floor
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Operation & Maintenance Manual
Parts Breakdown
D
E
Q
O
A
B
G
F
N
H
S
R
T
J
H
K
L
M
P
C
I
G
Replacement Parts
Item Description Elm Trim Series
A, B, L, K, M,
T, Q
Wall Elbow, Gasket,
Cradle, Hardware,
Mount, Hose, Wand
552HS
C Showerhead 552SH
D, E Shower Arm,
Flange 300S
F Diverter Handle RTS-039 (5506 only)
RTS-006 (5505 only)
G Dome Cover T-19/20
H, I, J
Small Plastic
Mounting Plate
Mounting Screw,
Diverter Escutcheon
RTS-038
N Shower Handle RTS-006
O, H, P
Large Plastic
Mounting Plate,
Large Escutcheon,
Mounting Screw
RTS-005
R, S Tub Spout,
Escutcheon 552TS
Notes:
1) Append -STN to part number for satin nickel nish;
-SBZ for seasoned bronze.
2) Append -1.5 or -2.0 to shower head or hand shower
for low ow.
Tools Required for Installation
Adjustable wrench
Phillips head screwdriver
Allen wrench (3/16" mm)
Teon tape
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Note:
For rough-in installation, please
see valve body installation guides.
1) Install small plastic mounting plate
(J) to diverter valve (5506 diverter
valve = 4-460E-BODY, 5505
diverter valve = 4-458E-BODY) and
large plastic mounting plate (P)
to shower valve (4000-BODY).
Secure each with two screws (H).
2) Attach diverter escutcheon (I) to
small plastic mounting plate (J).
Note: Tabs should snap into place.
3) Attach shower escutcheon (O) to
large plastic mounting plate (P).
Note: Tabs should snap into place.
4) Install dome covers (G) to valves by
turning clockwise.
5) Install diverter handle (5506 only)
(F) and shower handle (N) to valves.
Secure handles by
tightening Allen screws.
Notes: Part number T-02032 is marked
on back of diverter handle. Handles
should be facing the 6 o'clock position.
6) Install tub spout escutcheon (S)
and tub spout (R) to stub out pipe.
Turn clockwise to secure.
1
1
2
J
H
H
P
1
2
R
S
I
J
OP
1
1
2
G
G
1
1
2
F
N
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Operation & Maintenance Manual
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7) Install wall elbow (A) and
escutcheon (B) to stub out pipe
Turn clockwise to secure.
Option: Place mounting plate (M) in
position, mark and drill 3/16 "holes
into wall. Install anchors.
8) Place mounting plate (M) in
position, mark and drill 1/8" pilot
holes into stud.
9) Remove cover of hand shower
cradle (L). Install cradle and
mounting plate (M). Secure with
three screws (K). Replace cover
on hand shower cradle.
10) Attach shower arm (D) and
ange (E) to vertical shower pipe
turning clockwise to tighten.
11) Install showerhead (C) to shower
arm (D) turning clockwise to
tighten.
12) Attach large end of hand shower
hose (T) to hand shower head
(Q). Attach small end of hand
shower hose (T) to wall elbow
(A). Turn clockwise to tighten.
1
2
A
B
1
3
2
M
1
2
C
D
4
3
M
K
L
2
1
1
2
M
1
2
D
E
3
1
4
2
T
Q
A
T
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Operation & Maintenance Manual
Installation
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1) Turn shower handle counterclockwise approximately
1/4 turn to put valve in cold position.
2) Turn shower handle counterclockwise approximately
1/2 turn to put valve in warm position.
3) Turn shower handle counterclockwise approximately
3/4 turn to put valve in hot position .
Note: 5505, 5506 only.
1) Diverter handle facing straight down is for tub spout
operation.
2) Turn diverter handle counterclockwise 1/2 turn for
shower operation.
3) Turn diverter handle clockwise 3/4 turn for hand
shower operation.
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Operation & Maintenance Manual
Operation
Temperature Control Diverter Control
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1) Clean nished trim area with a soft cloth using mild soap and water or a non-abrasive cleaner and then quickly rinse
with water.
Trouble Shooting Chart
Problem Cause Solution
Finish is spotting. Elements in water supply may cause
water staining on nish.
Clean nished trim area with a soft
cloth using mild soap and water or a
non-abrasive cleaner and then
quickly rinse with water.
Showerhead is leaking from head
when valve is in “off” position.
Hot and cold washers are worn
or foreign matter (dirt, chips) is
lodged between washers and seat
surfaces.
See Temptrol valve instructions and
replace washers using repair
kit TA-9.
Showerhead is leaking from shower
arm when valve is in “on”
position.
Coupling connecting showerhead
to shower arm is cracked or washer
inside coupling is worn.
Inspect coupling and washer
and replace shower head if
necessary.
5503-TRM, 5505-TRM, 5506-TRM
Elm™Trim Series
Operation & Maintenance Manual
Care and Cleaning
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