Installation Guide
Transfer Valve
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Tools and Materials
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Tubing Cutter |
Solder |
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• 1/2" Piping or Copper |
1/4" |
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Tubing for outlets |
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• 3/4" Piping or Copper |
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Tubing for inlets |
Hex Wrench |
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• 1/2" NPT Plug |
Thread |
Propane |
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Sealant |
Torch |
Before You Begin
IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage. Do not apply direct heat to the transfer valve body. Excessive heat will damage the plastic valve components and plaster guard.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Do not remove the plaster guard from the transfer valve until instructed to do so.
A mixed water supply is required for this transfer valve.
If less than three accessories will be installed, do not plug any outlets on this transfer valve without completing the two-way conversion. The transfer valve is not intended to be used as a shut-off valve.
Carefully plan the installation before beginning. Carefully read the entire instructions. Component location, spacing, and situational requirements can vary.
Shut off the main water supply.
Inspect the waste and supply tubing; replace if necessary.
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Plaster
Guard
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Max |
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Finished |
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2-7/16" |
Wall |
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(62 mm) |
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Min |
Mixed Water |
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3-3/4" |
Finished |
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Supply 3/4" |
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(95 mm) |
Wall |
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Copper Tubing |
or Piping
1. Prepare the Site
Provide a 2-7/8″ (73 mm) to 3-1/8″ (79 mm) diameter hole in the wall material for the plaster guard.
2. For All Installations
Route the 3/4″ mixed water supply line to the transfer valve location.
Apply thread sealant to the inlet port threads and connect the water supply to the transfer valve inlet.
3. Three-Way Valve Installation
Install 1/2″ copper tubing or 1/2″ piping for all accessories. Securely fasten the piping and outlet ells to the framing.
Install temporary 1/2″ nipples in the outlet ells so they extend a minimum of 2″ (51 mm) beyond the finished wall.
Turn on the water supply to the transfer valve and check the transfer valve for proper operation and leakage. Once everything is verified, turn off the water.
Install caps on the temporary bath and shower nipples. Turn on the water and check for leaks. Once no leakage is verified, turn off the water.
Complete the finished wall.
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E-Ring |
Accessory # 2 |
Accessory # 1 |
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Water Line |
Water Line |
Detent
Spacer
Plug
Missing Tooth
Plaster Guard
1/2"
NPT Plug
Mixed Water Supply 3/4"
Copper Tubing or Piping
4. Two-Way Valve Installation
Convert to a Two-Way Valve
IMPORTANT! If less than three accessories will be installed, do not plug any outlets on this transfer valve without completing the two-way conversion. The transfer valve is not intended to be used as a shut-off valve.
Temporarily remove the plaster guard.
Rotate the detent until positioned vertically; see above illustration.
Verify the missing tooth is oriented up.
Identify the plug at the center of the valve body and the spacer underneath the detent.
Using a hex wrench, remove the plug. Discard the plug.
Plug the port that will not be used (either the left or right port) with a 1/2″ NPT plug (not included).
Use pliers to remove the spacer from beneath the detent.
Push the detent down; ensure the points of the detent engage the notches of the valve cartridge.
Install the spacer above the detent and under the E-ring.
Install the Two-Way Valve
Install 1/2″ copper tubing or 1/2″ piping for both accessories. Securely fasten the piping and outlet ells to the framing.
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Two-Way Valve Installation (cont.)
Install temporary 1/2″ nipples in the outlet ells so they extend a minimum of 2″ (51 mm) beyond the planned finished wall.
IMPORTANT! When testing the valve operation, your selections should be as follows: Accessory 1, Accessories 1 and 2, Accessory 2. If your valve operates as follows: Accessory 2, Accessory 2, Accessories 1 and 2; you will need to remove the spacer, rotate the detent 180 degrees; then reinstall the spacer.
Turn on the water supply to the transfer valve and check the transfer valve for proper operation and leakage. Once everything is verified, turn off the water.
Install caps on the temporary bath and shower nipples. Turn on the water and check for leaks. Once no leakage is verified, turn off the water.
Reinstall the plaster guard.
Complete the finished wall.
Remove and discard the plaster guard.
Install the trim according to the installation instructions packed with the trim.
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Guide d’installation
Robinet coupleur
Outils et matériaux
Coupe-tuyauterie |
Soudure |
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Plus: |
1/4" |
• Tuyauterie ou tubage en |
cuivre de 1/2" pour sorties |
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• Tuyauterie ou tubage en |
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cuivre de 3/4" pour entrées |
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• Bouchon NTP 1/2" |
Clé hexagonale Joint d'étanchéité Chalumeau |
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pour filetage |
à propane |
Avant de commencer
IMPORTANT! Risque d’endommagement du produit. Ne pas appliquer de chaleur directe sur le corps du robinet coupleur. Une chaleur excessive endommagera les composants en plastique du robinet ainsi que le protecteur de plâtre.
Respecter tous les codes de plomberie et de bâtiment locaux.
Ne pas retirer le protecteur de plâtre du robinet coupleur avant d’obtenir des instructions spécifiques.
Une alimentation d’eau mélangée est nécessaire pour ce robinet coupleur.
Si moins de trois accessoires seront installés, ne pas brancher de prises sur ce robinet coupleur sans terminer la conversion à deux voies. Le robinet coupleur n’est pas destiné à être utilisé en tant que robinet d’arrêt.
Planifier soigneusement l’installation avant de commencer. Lire avec attention les instructions dans leur intégralité. L’emplacement des composants, l’espacement et les exigences selon les circonstances peuvent varier.
Couper l’alimentation en eau principale.
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