Sloan AC-450 Installation Manual
Code No. 0816192
9/32”
Rev. 2 (07/12)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR ACT-O-MATIC INSTITUTIONAL
AC-450 AND AC-460 SHOWER HEADS
AC-450
Self-Cleaning, Wall Mounted,
Shower Head with Adjustable
Spray Direction and Integral
Flow Control.
2.5 gpm (9.4 Lpm)
2.0 gpm (7.5 Lpm)
AC-460
Self-Cleaning, Wall
Mounted,Institutional
Security Style Shower Head
with Adjustable Spray
Direction and Integral Flow
Control.
2.5 gpm (9.4 Lpm)
2.0 gpm (7.5 Lpm)
LIMITED WARRANTY
Unless otherwise noted, Sloan Valve Company warrants its products, manufactured and sold for commercial or industrial uses, to be free from defects of material and workmanship for
a period of three (3) years (one year for SF faucets, special finish and PWT electronics and 30 days on PWT software) from the date of first purchase. During this period, Sloan Valve
Company will, at its option, repair, replace, or refund the purchase price of any produce which fails to conform with this warranty under normal use and service. This shall be the sole
and exclusive remedy under this warranty. Products must be returned to Sloan Valve Company, at customer’s cost. No claims will be be allowed for labor, transportation or other costs.
This warranty extends only to persons or organizations that purchase Sloan Valve Company’s products directly from Sloan Valve Company for purpose of resale.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF. IN NO EVENT IS SLOAN VALVE COMPANY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OF ANY MEASURE WHATSOEVER.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
The following instructions will serve as a guide when installing the Sloan Act-OMatic Shower Head. As always, good safety practices and care are recommended
when installing your new Sloan Act-O-Matic Shower Head. If further assistance is
required, contact your nearest Sloan Representative office or contact Sloan
Technical Support.
Prior to installing the Sloan Act-O-Matic Shower Head, install the items listed:
• Shower enclosure
• Drain line
• Water supply line 1/2" I.P.S. (13 mm DN) male thread required for connection
to shower head)
IMPORTANT:
• All Plumbing is to be installed in accordance with all applicable codes and
regulations.
• Flush all water lines until water is clear before installing shower head.
• Water supply lines must be sized to provide an adequate flow of water for
each shower head. Minimum water pressure of 15 PSI (103 KPA) required.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION
• 1-3/8" wrench • Slotted screwdriver for adjusting direction of stream, if required • 5/16" drill • Hammer • Phillips head screwdriver, #3 • 5/32" hex wrench
INSTALLATION
Step 1 — Drill Mounting Holes
For AC-450, locate shower head mounting holes. Drill four (4) mounting holes 5/16" x 1-1/2" (8 mm x 38 mm). Drive anchors flush with wall surface.
For AC-460, behind the wall access is required.
Step 2 — Install Mounting Plate
Secure mounting plate with wings horizontal to wall using four (4) Phillips head screws provided.
AC-450
AC-460
INSTALLATION (CONT.)
Step 3 — Install Pipe Fitting (Figure 2)
Coat threaded end of water supply line with pipe dope or wrap with sealing tape. Thread pipe fitting onto water supply line using a 1-3/8" wrench.
Step 4 — Mount Shower Head Assembly
Wet pipe fitting “O” Ring with water to lubricate and carefully slide shower head assembly over pipe fitting. Be careful not to damage pipe fitting “O” Ring. Secure
shower head assembly to mounting plate using two (2) Tamper-Proof, shower head assembly screws provided.
AC-450
AC-460
Step 5 — Adjust Direction of Stream
To change direction of stream from the preset 30 degree angle, loosen adjustment
screw located at top of shower head, move ball to the desired position and secure
adjustment screw.
CARE AND CLEANING
DO NOT
use abrasive or chemical cleaners to clean shower head as they may dull the luster and attack the chrome or special decorative finishes. Use
soap and water, then wipe dry with clean cloth or towel. While cleaning the bathroom tile, the shower head should be protected from any splattering of cleaner. Acids
and cleaning fluids will discolor or remove chrome plating.
ONLY
PARTS LIST
AC-450
2.
3.
7.
6.
4.
1.
Item No. Part No. Description
1. AC-450 Shower Head Asembly
2.† SH-511 Pipe Fitting
3A.† SH-1010-A Flow Control, 2.5 gpm (9.4 Lpm)
3B.† SH-1020-A Flow Control, 2.0 gpm (7.5 Lpm)
!!! IMPORTANT !!!
Protect the chrome or special finish of
ACT-O-Matic®Showerheads —
DO NOT USE toothed tools to install or
service these valves.
4.† SH-512 “O” Ring
8.
5.
5. SH-514 Shower Head Mounting Screw (2)
6. —— Mounting Plate
7. K-57 Anchor (4)
8. SH-37 Mounting Screw (4)
† Items 2, 3A and 4 are supplied assembled.
AC-460
2.
8.
7.
6.
5.
3.
4.
Item No. Part No. Description
1. AC-460 Shower Head Asembly
2.† SH-511 Pipe Fitting
3A.† SH-1010-A Flow Control, 2.5 gpm (9.4 Lpm)
3B. SH-313-A Flow Control 2.0 gpm (7.5 Lpm)
1.
4†. SH-512 “O” Ring
5. —— Mounting Plate
If you have questions about how to install
your Sloan Showerhead, consult your local
Sloan Representative or call Sloan Installation
Engineering Department at:
1-888-SLOAN-14 (1-888-756-2614)
OR 1-847-233-2016
6. —— Stud (¼”-28) (2)
7. —— LockWasher (2)
8. —— Hex Nut (2)
† Items 2, 3A and 4 are supplied assembled.
SLOAN • 10500 SEYMOUR AVENUE • FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131
© 2012 Sloan Valve Company Code No. 0816192 – Rev. 2 (07/12)
Phone: 1-800-982-5839 or 1-888-756-2614 • Fax: 1-800-447-8329 or 1-847-671-4380 • www.sloanvalve.com
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