Symmons Temptrol II Operation manual

BP and 2000 Series Pressure-Balancing Mixing Valve for Shower or Tub/Shower Application
INSTALLATION, OPERATION & SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
Symmons valves and shower heads comply to all known standards, codes and
specifications: CSA B-125, ANSI A112.18.1M, ASSE 1016, EPA ‘92 etc.
Symmons shower heads are equipped with a 2.5 GPM (9.5 L/min) water and energy
saving flow restrictor.
IMPORTANT: After completion of installation step 4, follow these instructions to set
the Temptrol II Limit Stop Screw. This valve is equipped with a limit stop screw to be
used to limit valve handle from being turned to excessively hot water discharge tem-
peratures. To adjust, remove dome cover, open valve to maximum desired tempera-
ture and turn in limit stop screw until it seats.
WARNING: FAILURE TO ADJUST THE LIMIT STOP SCREW PROPERLY MAY RESULT
IN SERIOUS SCALDING.
WARNING: THIS SHOWER SYSTEM MAY NOT PROTECT THE USER FROM SCALD-
ING WHEN THERE IS A FAILURE OF OTHER TEMPERATURE CONTROLLING
DEVICES ELSEWHERE IN THE PLUMBING SYSTEM.
For ADA compliance (Americans with Disabilities Act) consult ADAAG or your state
regulations for proper product choice and mounting locations.
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING
INSTALLATION. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
LIFETIMELIMITED WARRANTY
Symmons warrants to the original consumer purchaser that any TEMPTROL® series* or SYMMETRIX®
product will be free of defects in material and workmanship during normal domestic use for the life of
your home. All other products and purchasers including industrial, commercial or business use are
warranted for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase. At our option, we will either have you send
the defective part or product prepaid to us for inspection, or we may elect to send you the replacement
part or product without investigation. A replacement for any defective part will be supplied FREE OF
CHARGE for installation by the purchaser. Defect or damage caused by the use of replacement parts
other than Symmons Genuine Replacement Parts will void this warranty. This warranty excludes product
damage due to installation error, product abuse, or product misuse whether performed by a contractor,
service company or yourself.Symmons further warrants that any TEMPTROL or SYMMETRIX product will
be leak free and drip free during normal domestic use for the life of your home. If the product should
develop a leak or drip, Symmons will provide FREE OF CHARGE the parts necessary to return it to good
working condition.Proof of purchase (original sales receipt) and a copy of the warranty registration card
from the original consumer purchaser must accompany all warranty claims. This warranty is applicable
only to Symmons TEMPTROL or SYMMETRIX products purchased after July 1, 1998 and shall be effective
from the date of purchase as shown on the purchaser’s receipt.Damage to the chrome and/or other
decorative finishes on Symmons products may be a result of improper handling or abusive treatment.
Finishes should only be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth or sponge. Use of polish, abrasive cleaners,
solvents, or acid cleaners will damage the finish and void this warranty.There are no other express
warranties on this product and ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OTHER IMPLIED
WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW. SYMMONS INDUSTRIES, INC.,
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS CONTINGENT LIABILITY AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OF EVERY KIND. Since
some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages the above limitation or exclusion may not be applicable. This
warranty gives specific legal rights. Other rights may vary from state to state.To obtain warranty service,
write to Symmons Industries, Inc., 31 Brooks Drive, Braintree, MA 02184-3804 or call our Customer
Service Department at 1-800-SYMMONS. If writing to us, please include proof of purchase, the model
number of the product with a brief description of the problem, your name, address and phone number.
*Temptrol series includes Allura®, Olde Braintree Brass®, Temptrol, Temptrol Deluxe and Temptrol II
shower and tub/shower systems.
Temptrol®II

FIGURE 1
23
8''
60mm
1
2''
supplies
C
L
plaster shield
(T-176)
+
4" (101mm) Max
3" (75mm) Min
INSTALLATION OF:
SHOWER SYSTEMS AND
TUB/SHOWER SYSTEMS
Tools requiredfor installationof this product
are: Phillips screw driver, tubing cutter,
teflontape, soldering equipment, adjustable
wrench and channel-lock pliers.
1.Install piping and fittings with valve body
as showninFigure 2 or 3.IMPORTANT:
Valve rough-in is 2-3/8” +/- 1/2”
from CENTERLINE OF SUPPLIES TO
FACE OF FINISH WALL. Install so that
line indicatedonrough-inplaster shield
(T-176) onvalve is flush with finish wall
as showninFigure 1 (See Figure 5 for
fiberglass wall installation).
Tub/Shower System (Figure 2)
Model BP-56-2, 25-2
Pipe shower headfrom outletmarked
“S” and to tub spoutfrom outletmarked
“T”.The valve inthis system has a
built-inchoke for use with a diverter
spout. The built-inchoke is designedso
thatitcannotbe subjectto any back
pressure, other thanis imposedby the
spoutsuppliedwith this package.DO
NOT SUBSTITUTE OTHER OUTLET
ACCESSORIES FOR THE TUB SPOUT
(SUCH AS HOSE AND SPRAY,
SHOWER HEAD, BODY SPRAY,
LEDGE SPOUTS, ETC.) OR ANY PIPE
ADAPTER OR ADDITIONAL FITTINGS
(SUCH AS PEX, ETC.) THAT CAN
CAUSE BACK PRESSURE THROUGH
THE VALVE. Install HOT onleftand
COLD onrightaccording to valve
markings.
Tub or Shower System (Figure 3)
Model BP-56-1, 25-1
Shower System: Pipe shower head
from outletmarked“S”.Install either the
includedcopper sweator 1/2”-14NPT
plug (pipe sealer required) into the outlet
marked“T” (see figure 3A).
Tub only System: Pipe tub spoutfrom
outletmarked“T”.Install either the
includedcopper sweator 1/2”-14NPT
plug (pipe sealer required) into the outlet
marked“S” (figure 3A).
2.Whenfinishing tile wall PULL OFF
ENTIRE PROTECTIVE PLASTER SHIELD
(T-176).If finish wall obstructs removal
of plaster shield, break off outer edge
along perforations (if necessary, carefully
use sharp blade to facilitate removal).
After plaster shieldis removedFILL AREA
AROUND VALVE BODY WITH GROUT OR
PLASTER
3.TURN ON HOT AND COLD SUPPLIES,
valve will notoperate unless both hot
and coldwater are turnedon.
4. Unscrew dome cover (T-19/20) and
tightenpacking nut(T-17) for positive
frictional resistance to handle turn
FIGURE 2
Model A: Tub/Shower System (BP-56-2 Shown)
throughoutadjustment cycle and atshut-
off position. Check valve cap, packing
nut, diverter spindle o-ring and all valve,
pipe and fitting connections for leaks.
5.SET LIMIT STOP SCREW AS DIRECTED
AFTER “IMPORTANT” IN BOLD TYPE ON
PAGE ONE.Reattach dome cover back
onto packing nut.
6.Mount gasket(T-27B), T3-27B onto back
of escutcheonwith opening atbottom as
showninFigure 4. The use of this gasket
shouldnotpreclude sealing valve body in
wall as directedininstallationinstruction
step #2.
7.ALLOW VALVE TO RUN IN WARM

POSITION FOR A FEW MINUTES TO
TOTALLY
FLUSH SYSTEM.IF SYSTEM IS QUITE
DIRTY, REMOVE VALVE SPINDLE OR
STOP SPINDLES (IF SO EQUIPPED) TO
INSURE PROPER FLUSHING.See service
instructions.
8.BP Series
Push escutcheon(T-27) with dial plate
(T-29CT2) againstwall and secure to valve
with two escutcheonscrews (T-28).
2000 Series
Push escutcheon(T3-27) againstwall and
secure to valve with two escutcheon
screws(T3-28).Snap dial emblem
assembly(T3-29) onto escutcheonby
engaging tabs ondial into the mating
recesses inescutheon.
Mount temperature control handle on
valve spindle spline as showninfigure 9.
Install shower arm, flange and shower
head. See Figures 2 and 3.
9.Do notinstall positive shut-off devices
onthe outletof this valve or devices that
do notallow the valve to flow atleast1
GPM at50 psi inletpressure.EXCEPTION:
If a self-closing or slow-closing valve is
installedonthe outlet, the supplies of the
valve mustbe equippedwith checks to
eliminate hotto coldby-pass inthe event
the valve’s handle is notturnedto off after
use.Contactyour factory representative
or Symmons directly for informationon
available checks.
FIBERGLASS WALL INSTALLATION
Wheninstalling Temptrol®II series valves
infiberglass or panel walls and itis
desiredto sandwich wall betweenvalve
body and escutcheon, cuthole inwall
as showninFigure 5 and mount valve
with T-177 wall mounting flange from
rear.Note: It is always recommended
to secure valve piping to rough
construction and not depend on
fiberglass wall for valve mounting
security. Onpanel walls over 1” thick,
install inconventional manner.
FIGURE 3
Model B: Shower System (25-1 Shown)
FIGURE 5
T-27 T-27B
FIGURE 4
T3-27B
(BP Series) (2000 Series)
THICK WALL
HOLE SIZE
1
16'' 2mm to 3
4'' 19mm
4" (101mm) Max
3" (75mm) Min
T-177 Wall Mounting Flange
For 21mm to 1" 25mm
thick wall order part no. T-193
13
16 ''
Install plug here for
shower only installation
Install plug here for
tub only installation
Copper sweat plug
1/2"-14 NPT plug
(pipe sealer required)
or
FIGURE 3A

BACK TO BACK INSTALLATION
To simplify piping onback to back installations use one stan-
dardvalve (hotonleft, coldonright) and one with reverse
coring (hotonright, coldonleft) as showninFigure 6 and 7.
Order reverse core valve by adding the suffix REV-X after
the plate number.(e.g.BP-56-2-REV-X Temptrol®II tub and
shower unitwith reverse coring.)
OPERATION OF VALVE
The mainhandle of a Temptrol®II series valve is for control
of temperature only.From the OFF position, the handle is
turnedcounter-clockwise through a minimum coldposition,
through a warm and hotpositionfor a maximum turnof
approximately one revolution. This allows for wide range of
temperature adjustments to suitthe requirements of any user.
CARE AND CLEANING
The lustrous finish onyour Temptrol II series valve shouldbe
treatedwith care.It canbe readily damagedby improper
handling or abusive treatment. To cleanthe finish wipe gently
with a softdamp cloth and blotdry with a softtowel.Use
only a mildsoap solutionif required. DO NOT USE ABRA-
SIVE CLEANERS. USE OF POLISH, ABRASIVE CLEAN-
ERS, SOLVENTS OR ACID CLEANERS WILL DAMAGE
THE FINISH AND VOID THE SYMMONS WARRANTY.
inlets
hot and cold
shower
discharge
COLD
tub discharge
1
2''
61
4''
REVERSE
CORE VALVE
STANDARD
VALVE
313mm
79mm 13mm
1
8''
159mm
MINIMUM WALL
THICKNESS
1
2''
+
2
60mm 13mm
3
8'' 1 2''
+
2
67mm 13mm
5
8'' 1 2''
+
NOTCH
T-35A
T-35B
EIGHT BROACHED NOTCHES
TO ENGAGE FOUR CORNERS
OF COLD SEAT TOOL IN TWO
POSITIONS.
FOUR BROACHED
NOTCHES TO
ENGAGE FOUR
CORNERS
OF HOT SEAT
TOOL.
FIGURE 7
Back to Back Installation
FIGURE 8
Seat Removal Tools
HOT
COLD
COLD
HOT
FIGURE 6

FIGURE 9
Parts Breakdown
T-1 Hot renewable seat
T-2 Cold seat O-ring
T-3 Cold renewable seat
T-5 Hot washer screw
T-6 Hot washer
T-7 Cold washer retainer
T-8 Cold washer
TA-10 Flow control spindle
T-11 Cap gasket
T-12A Cap assembly
T-16 Packing, O-ring and washers
T-17 Packing nut
T-19/20 Dome cover and lock nut
T-27 Escutcheon (BP series)
T-27B Gasket (BP series)
T-28 Escutcheon screws (BP series)
T-29CT2 Dial (BP series)
T-32 Handle screw with lock washer
T-33 Plug button
T-34 Limit stop with O-ring
T-35A Hot seat removal tool
T-35B Cold seat removal tool
T-52A Stop spindle assembly/
escutcheon screw retainer
T-55B Stop plaster shield
T-55C Stop plaster shield removal tool
T-176 Plaster shield
T-177 Wall mounting flange
T3-27 Escutcheon (Model C)
(2000 Series)
T3-27B Escutcheon gasket (2000 Series)
T3-28 Escutcheon screw (2000 Series)
T3-29 Dial/emblem assembly
(2000 Series)
T3-29K Dial
T3-31 INS Handle insert
TA-4 Hot seat (T-1)
Cold seat (T-3)
Cold seat O-ring (T-2)
TA-9 Hot washer screw (T-5)
Hot washer (T-6)
Cold washer retainer (T-7)
Cold washer (T-8)
Cap gasket (T-11)
TA-10 Spindle assembly
T3-31 Temperature control handle:
Insert (T3-31 INS)
Handle screw (T-32)
Plug button (T3-33R)
T3-31L Loop style lever handle:
Insert (T3-31 INS)
Handle screw (T-32)
Plug button (T-33)
T3-31S Solid style lever handle:
Insert (T3-31 INS)
Handle screw (T-32)
Plug button (T-33)
RC-14X Single blade lever handle:
Handle screw (T-32)
Plug button (T-33)
Set screw (SC-15A)
T-52 Stop spindle assembly/
escutcheon screw retainer
(T-52A)
Stop plaster shield (T-55B)
T-65 Temperature control handle
Handle screw (T-32)
Plug button (T-33)
T-101 Acrylic handle:
Handle screw (T-32)
Plug button (T-33)
T-1 T-2 T-3 T-5 T-6 T-7
T-52A T-55B
T-52
T-8
TA-10 T-11 T-16
T-34
T-35A
T-35B
T-12A
T-17 T-19/20
TA-4 TA-9
INCLUDES T-11
T-55C
T-27B
BP Series
T-27
T-28
(2)
T-65
T-29CT2
T-32 T-33T3-31L T3-31S T-101 RC-14X
SC-15A
T-32 T-33 T-32
T3-31 INS
(for T3-31L
and T3-31S
only)
T3-31 INS
2000 Series
T-177 T-176
TO BE DISCARDED
BEFORE INSTALLING
TRIM
T3-27T3-27B T3-31
T3-33R
T3-29T3-29K
T3-28 (2)
INDIVIDUAL PARTS INDIVIDUAL PARTS COMPOSITE PARTS
COMPOSITE PARTS

SERVICE
1.Shutoff water supply to valve.
2.Remove handle plug buttonand handle (see
figure 9).
3.BP Series Remove dial (T-29CT2) and
escutcheon(T-27) by removing eschutcheon
screws (T-28).Remove all remaining trim.
2000 Series Remove dial (T3-29) by prying
up from the slotlocatedat6 o’clock and then
pry up around the clock until dial is loose.
Remove escutcheonT3-27(D) by remov-
ing escutcheonscrews (T3-28).Remove all
remaining trim.
4. Openvalve to aboutwarm positionand
unscrew cap (T-12A).Warning: Failure to do
this will damage cap and spindle.Spindle
assembly (TA-10) will be removedwith cap.
Leave packing nut(T-17) inplace while
unscrewing cap to avoiddistortion.
5.Ordinary service to eliminate dripping or not
shutting off requires only the replacement of
parts suppliedinwasher and gasketkit(TA-9).
Holdspindle with handle while removing
hotwasher screw and coldwasher retainer
(remove retainer with channel lock pliers).
6.Inspecttop surfaces of hotand coldseats
and replace if necessary.Important: When
replacing hotand coldseats, always replace
both seats.Evenif only one seatappears
worn, both seats mustbe replaced. Use
partNo.(TA-4).After long years of service,
if spindle is very loose incoldseat, replace
with partno.(TA-4).Use seatremoval tool
[T-35(A,B)] for removal and replacement of
(TA-4).If seats are difficultto remove and
tool shifts damaging notches, relocate tool
insecond positionof notches.Tightenboth
seats to 15 footpounds of torque.
7.The perforatedend of the (TA-10) spindle
assembly houses the balancing pistonwhich
is the heartof this pressure balancing valve.
The pistonshouldbe free to move back and
forth and shouldclick whenthe spindle
assembly is shaken. If deposits block this
action, tap the handle end of the spindle
againsta solidobjectto free the piston.
Soaking inhouseholdvinegar will help free
foreignmatter.If this does notfree piston,
replace (TA-10) spindle assembly.Do not
tamper with perforated cylinder on the
spindle assembly or attempt removal of
the piston.
8.Reassemble, reversing above procedure, be
sure spindle assembly is drawnclose to the
cap before screwing cap back into valve.
Warning: Failure to do this will damage cap
and spindle.
9.Use only Symmons Genuine Repair Parts.
FaIlure to do so will voidall warranties
AND IMPAIR PROPER OPERATION OFYOUR
VALVE.
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