Viega 8040.18 User manual

suitable for Viega Eco Plus universal shower WC element, model
8161.20
Model Year built:
8040.18 from 08/2015
en_INT
cover plate
Instructions for Use

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Table of contents
1About these instructions for use 4
1.1 Target groups 4
1.2 Labelling of notes 4
1.3 About this translated version 5
2Product information 6
2.1 Standards and regulations 6
2.2 Intended use 6
2.2.1 Areas of use 6
2.3 Product description 7
2.3.1 Overview 7
3Handling 8
3.1 Assembly information 8
3.1.1 Installation dimensions 8
3.1.2 Required tools 8
3.2 Assembly 9
3.2.1 Preparing mounting 9
3.2.2 Mounting the cover plate 13
3.2.3 Mounting WC ceramic 15
3.3 Disposal 15
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1 About these instructions for use
Trade mark rights exist for this document; for further information, go to
viega.com/legal .
1.1 Target groups
The information in this instruction manual is directed at the following
groups of people:
nHeating and sanitary professionals and trained personnel
Individuals without the abovementioned training or qualification are not
permitted to mount, install and, if required, maintain this product. This
restriction does not extend to possible operating instructions.
The installation of Viega products must take place in accordance with
the general rules of engineering and the Viega instructions for use.
1.2 Labelling of notes
Warning and advisory texts are set aside from the remainder of the text
and are labelled with the relevant pictographs.
DANGER!
This symbol warns of possible life-threatening injury.
WARNING!
This symbol warns of possible serious injury.
CAUTION!
This symbol warns of possible injury.
NOTICE!
This symbol warns of possible damage to property.
This symbol gives additional information and hints.
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1.3 About this translated version
This instruction for use contains important information about the choice
of product or system, assembly and commissioning as well as intended
use and, if required, maintenance measures. The information about the
products, their properties and application technology are based on the
current standards in Europe (e. g. EN) and/or in Germany
(e. g. DIN/DVGW).
Some passages in the text may refer to technical codes in Europe/
Germany. These should serve as recommendations in the absence of
corresponding national regulations. The relevant national laws, stand-
ards, regulations, directives and other technical provisions take priority
over the German/European directives specified in this manual: The
information herein is not binding for other countries and regions; as said
above, they should be understood as a recommendation.
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2 Product information
2.1 Standards and regulations
The following standards and regulations apply to Germany / Europe.
National regulations can be found on the relevant web site of your
country at viega.com/standards .
Regulations from section: Preparing mounting
Scope / Notice Regulations applicable in Ger-
many
Electrical installation VDE 0100
2.2 Intended use
2.2.1 Areas of use
This cover plate is only suitable for the Viega Eco Plus universal shower
WC element (model 8161.20).
The cover plate can only be used in combination with the following
shower WC models:
nGeberit AquaClean 8000 WC complete system (article number
146.182.xx.x)
nGeberit Aqua Clean 8000 plus WC complete system (article number
180.100.xx.x)
nGeberit AquaClean Tuma Comfort WC top (article number
146.270.xx.x)
nToto Neorest AC (article number TCF996WG#NW1)
nToto Neorest EW (article number TCF994WG#NW1)
Product information
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2.3 Product description
2.3.1 Overview
1 2
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3
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Fig. 1: Components cover plate model 8040.18
1 cover frame
2 seal
3 cover plate
4 closing cap
5 flexible hose ½inch
6 ball valve ½inch
7 mounting bracket for the earthed wall socket
Product information
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3 Handling
3.1 Assembly information
3.1.1 Installation dimensions
Fig. 2: Dimensions cover plate model 8040.18
3.1.2 Required tools
The following tools are required for mounting:
nfork or ring spanner: 17 mm / 19 mm
nflat-blade screwdriver
nSpirit level
nKnife (cutter)
nhandsaw
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3.2 Assembly
3.2.1 Preparing mounting
The locating surface for the cover plate must be mounted
flush with the finished wall surface.
Close water supply pipe to the Viega Eco Plus Universal shower WC
element.
Remove ½inch plug.
Seal ½inch flexible hose and then screw into the T-piece.
17
19
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Screw the ½inch ball valve onto the flexible hose.
INFO! The earthing contact is not included in the scope of
delivery. Mounting bracket for the earthing socket. We recom-
mend using an earthing socket with a lid.
Connect both parts of the mounting bracket for the earthed wall
socket with the screws supplied.
Hook the mounting bracket for the earthed wall socket behind the
right-hand fixing bolt for the shower WC and secure with a nut.
DANGER! Risk of electrocution
–Disconnect the electrical connection to the Viega Eco Plus
Universal shower WC from the mains.
–Installation only by companies specialising in electrical work
in compliance with the valid national regulations, see Ä„Reg-
ulations from section: Preparing mounting“ on page 6 .
Lead the electrical connection for the shower WC into the junction
box.
DANGER! Risk of electrocution
–Disconnect the electrical connection to the Viega Eco Plus
Universal shower WC from the mains.
–Installation only by companies specialising in electrical work
in compliance with the valid national regulations, see Ä„Reg-
ulations from section: Preparing mounting“ on page 6 .
Connect the earthing socket from the junction box.
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Loosen the four nuts on the element (size 17).
Loosen the four front nuts on the sides of the locating surface.
Align all four points flush with the finished wall surface by
unscrewing and screwing the threaded screws.
Check the alignment with spirit level.
Tighten the rear nuts at all four points (size 17), in the process,
secure the threaded screws with a slotted screwdriver.
Tighten the front nuts at all four points (size 17).
Check to ensure they are flush.
17
17
17
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Unscrew the threaded rods for the fixing of the WC element to the
required size and counter with nuts (size 19).
19
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3.2.2 Mounting the cover plate
Insert the seal on the front into the cover frame.
Apply the silicone seal to the rear of the cover frame.
Align the cover frame and attach it to the element by the supplied
Phillips-head screws.
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Place the cover plate on the element.
Lead the flexible hose through the left-hand notch in the cover plate.
Insert the earthing plug of the shower WC through the right-hand
opening of the cover plate and into the earthing socket.
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3.2.3 Mounting WC ceramic
Cut flushing and drain pipe to length.
Insert the closing cap into the right-hand opening of the cover plate.
Lead the cable of the earthing plug through the gap of the closing
cap.
Cut the sound insulation panel to size.
NOTICE! Do not use the cover plate as a support!
Mount sound insulation panel and shower WC ceramic.
Mount shower WC ceramic according to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions. Use the connecting material supplied for the water and elec-
trical connection.
Open the water supply pipe to the Viega Eco Plus Universal shower
WC element.
Open the ball valve of the shower WC / shower WC top.
Connect the power supply to the concealed socket of the shower
WC / shower WC top.
Align and fix the shower WC ceramic.
Seal the gap between WC ceramic and cover plate with silicone.
3.3 Disposal
Separate the product and packaging materials (e. g. paper, metal,
plastic or non-ferrous metals) and dispose of in accordance with valid
national legal requirements.
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