Creda AquaNoir, AquaNoir Series Installation And User Manual

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS!

DO NOT SWITCH THE APPLIANCE ON IF YOU SUSPECT IT OF BEING FROZEN.

WAIT UNTIL YOU ARE SURE IT HAS THAWED OUT.

DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE IF WATER DISCHARGES FROM THE PRESSURE RELIEF

VALVE. MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED BEFORE THE APPLIANCE CAN BE SAFELY USED.

THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY PERSONS (INCLUDING CHILDREN AND

THE INFIRM) WITH REDUCED PHYSICAL, SENSORY OR MENTAL CAPABILITIES,

OR LACK OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE, UNLESS THEY HAVE BEEN GIVEN

SUPERVISION OR INSTRUCTION CONCERNING USE OF THE APPLIANCE

BY A PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR SAFETY.

CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THAT THEY

DO NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE.

1. Ensure the electricity and water are turned on to the unit.

2. Press the start / stop button “B”.
This will turn the shower on, the water will flow and the
area around the control knobs and button will illuminate.
It is recommended that you do not wholly enter
the water flow during this period.

3. Knob “A” controls the power selection.
Select High (2 red bands), Medium (1 red band) or
Cold (1 white band).
The pointer on the knob indicates setting.

4. If the water is not at your desired showering
temperature, turn knob “C” a small amount
until you reach the desired showering temperature.

Turn clockwise towards the white bands for cooler.
Turn anti-clockwise towards the red bands for warmer.

5. When you have finished showering,
press the start / stop button “B” again.
The illuminated areas will go out.

10.5kW Models Only-Water will continue to flow for approximately 7 seconds before switching off

6. Switch off the electricity supply at the ceiling switch or local isolator.

Notes

• Wait 20 seconds for the temperature to stabilise after each adjustment.

• If the shower has been recently used, it may take up to 20 seconds to come on

.

During this time the water may go from very hot to cold before stabilising.

• The position of knob “C” will be approximately the same each time the shower is used,

varying only with incoming water temperature or pressure changes
(e.g. you will only need to change from summer to winter).

• During normal operation, if an overheated water temperature is sensed then the heater

will switch off.
Water will continue to flow and cool down before the heater switches back on again.

We offer a technical advisory service on the telephone to installers and
other customers with problems in the field. RING 0844 372 7766 (UK ONLY)

(A3) Leaflet No. 567-2277-03a

HOW TO USE YOUR AquaNoir SHOWER (SUMMARY)

IMPORTANT:

This booklet should be left with the user

after installation and demonstration

AquaNoir Range

ELECTRIC SHOWERS

Installation and User Guide

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Section
Introduction

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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to install your AquaNoir Shower . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Cold Water Inlet Pipe Configuration

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Assembly of Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .

How to use your AquaNoir Shower (Detailed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to maintain your AquaNoir Shower

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Additional Accessories and Common Parts

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What to do if things go wrong (1) Self Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Creda After Sales Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

What to do if things go wrong (2) Professional Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How your AquaNoir Shower Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Guarantee and Contact Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to use your AquaNoir Shower (Summary). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CONTENTS

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Full details of terms and conditions are available on request from:-

APPLIED ENERGY PRODUCTS LIMITED

MORLEY WAY, PETERBOROUGH PE2 9JJ

TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Website: www.creda-showers.co.uk

GUARANTEE AND CONTACT DETAILS

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1. Water is heated instantaneously as it flows

over the heating elements in the copper
cylinder (Diagram 9).

2. The heaters are only switched on when

sufficient water is flowing.
This is done automatically with a switch
which works on water pressure.

3. The water is turned on and off by the

solenoid valve(and Timer PCB on

10.5kW models) built into the shower.
This is switched on when button “B” is
pressed.

4. The flow of water is automatically held at

the level set by the user even though the
supply pressure may vary (see “Effect of
Other Water Devices on Incoming Water
Supply”).

5. If the water supply falls below a set limit,

the pressure switch will operate and
switch off the power to the elements. (see
“Effect of Other Water Devices on Incoming Water Supply”).

6. As a further safeguard, a thermal cut-out switches the power off if the water temperature

climbs above the set limit.
This cut-out, which gives an audible click, may also operate due to residual heat when the shower
is switched off. It will reset itself if water is run through the shower for 10 to 20 seconds.

7. The pressure relief device is to safeguard against abnormal pressure conditions, and provides a

level of appliance protection should an excessive build of pressure occur within the shower.

Effect of Seasonal Incoming Water Temperature Changes

The required water temperature is achieved by adjusting the rate of water flow.
Diagram 10 shows the principle involved in relating temperature rise to flow

rate. The higher the water rate 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.

In summer the Medium (2 red bands) power setting may give adequate hot water.
In some winter conditions, it may be necessary to select the inner or outer spray pattern only of
your shower handset. This will ensure correct operation of the shower with a slightly lower flow rate.

Effect of Other Water Devices on Incoming Water Supply

Your shower is designed to stabilise temperature changes caused by water pressure
fluctuations. These can result from toilets being flushed or taps being turned on and off.
When this happens your showering temperature will be held within a controlled band, provided that
the minimum pressure required by the shower is maintained.

Your shower requires a minimum running

pressure of 69kPa (0.7 bar, 10 psi).

At pressures above 69kPa (0.7 bar, 10 psi) it will minimise temperature fluctuations as detailed
above. If the water pressure falls below 69kPa (0.7 bar, 10 psi) it is likely that the pressure switch
will turn off the power to the heating elements, resulting in a cold shower.

HOW YOUR AquaNoir SHOWER WORKS

Diagram10

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INTRODUCTION

If you experience any difficulty with the installation or operation of your new

shower, then please refer to the “What to do if things go wrong” section in this

manual before contacting us.

Thank you for purchasing a quality Creda AquaNoir shower manufactured in England.

To enjoy your new shower at its best, please take time to read this manual thoroughly to
familiarise yourself with all instructions, BEFORE beginning installation.

Having done so, keep this manual handy for future reference.
The Creda AquaNoir is an electric shower incorporating our unique “Backlit LED light feature” with a

“Set and Forget” function of a push-button start/stop facility which starts the shower at a pre-set
power and flow rate reducing the amount of adjustment required.

Your shower is designed to stabilise temperature changes caused by water pr

essure fluctuations.

These can result from toilets being flushed or taps being turned on and off.
When this happens, your showering temperature will be held within a controlled band, provided that
the minimum pressure required by the shower is maintained (see “Effect of Other Water Devices”).

1. Your shower 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.

2. All wiring and installation must be supervised by a suitably qualified person.

3. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

4. The installation must be in accordance with the current edition of BS.7671 (the “IEE Wiring
Regulations”) and “Part P” of the “Building Regulations” in force at the time of installation.

Installations outside of 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.

5. This appliance must NOT be fitted where it may be subjected to freezing conditions.

6. DO NOT switch the appliance on if you suspect it of being frozen.
Wait until you are sure it has thawed out.

7. DO NOT fit any sort of tap or control on the appliance outlet.
The appliance is designed to have an open outlet and should only be used with “Creda”
recommended fittings.

8.

The shower handset provided is designed to work with electric showers.

Only use the manufacturers approved accessories with this shower.

9. Take care to avoid restricting the outlet of the pressure relief device.
If water is discharged from the pressure relief device, maintenance will be required before the
appliance can be safely used.

10. Isolate the mains electrical and water supply before removing the front cover of the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION