Symmons 1-100 Service Manual

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Safetymix
Single Handle Pressure-Balancing Mixing Valve for Shower or Tub/Shower Application
INSTALLATION, OPERATION & SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
Symmons valves, shower heads and hand sprays comply to all known standards, codes and specifications: CSA B-125, ANSI A-112.18.1M, ASSE 1016, EPA ‘92 etc. Symmons shower heads and hand sprays are equipped with a 2.5 gpm (9.5 L/min) water and energy saving flow restrictor.
This instruction sheet shows rough-in dimensions for Models 4-500(X), 1-100(X) and 1-215-X. See separate drawings enclosed with numbered models for applicable rough-in dimensions.
Tools required for installation of this product are: Phillips screw driver, tubing cutter, teon tape, soldering equipment, adjustable wrench and channel-lock pliers.
Installation of Shower System Model 1-100(X) (Figure 2)
Install HOT on left and COLD on right according to valve markings.
1. Install piping and ttings with valve body as shown in Figure 2 or 3. IMPORTANT: Valve rough-in is 23/8” (60mm) min. — 3” (76mm) max. from CENTERLINE OF SUPPLIES TO FACE OF FINISH WALL. Install so that surface indicated on plaster shield on valve is ush with nish wall as shown in Figure 1.
FIGURE 2 Model 1-100(X) Shower System
5 5/8” 143mm
approx. 24” 610mm
NOTE: 2-3/8” (60mm) min. 3” (76mm) max. 2-5/16” (59mm) fixed dim. metal stall. Valve inlets and outlets are 1/2” (13mm) IPS connections.
9 1/2” 240mm
plaster shield
1
1
"- 4 "
4
4
2
108mm 114mm
nish wall face
3
"
2
60mm min.
8
3" 76mm max.
C
supplies
L
All floor to center dimensions optional. Concealed piping and fittings not furnished by manufacturer.
2. When nishing tile wall REMOVE (pull off; don’t turn) ENTIRE PRO­TECTIVE PLASTER SHIELD and FILL AREA AROUND VALVE BODY WITH GROUT OR PLASTER. DO NOT PLASTER OVER SC-2 CAP OR SERVICE STOPS IF SO EQUIPPED.
3. Turn on hot and cold supplies, valve will not operate unless both hot and cold water are turned on.
4. This valve is equipped with a limit stop screw to be used to limit valve handle from being turned to excessively hot water discharge temperatures. To adjust, remove dome cover, place handle (VT-112) on stem, open valve to maximum desired temperature and turn in limit stop screw until it seats. WARNING: Failure to adjust the limit stop screw properly may result in serious scalding.
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WARNING: This shower system may not protect the user from scald­ing when there is a failure of other temperature controlling devices elsewhere in the plumbing system.
5. Check packing nut (SC-7) for posi­tive frictional resistance to handle turn throughout adjustment cycle and at shut-off position, tighten if neccessary. Check valve cap, pack­ing nut and all valve, pipe and tting connections for leaks. Reattach dome cover back onto packing nut.
6. After nish wall is completed, remove protective backing from escutcheon gasket (T-149) exposing adhesive and adhere to inside top diameter of escutcheon (SC-144). This step should not preclude seal­ing valve body in wall as directed in installation instruction step #2.
7. Push escutcheon and gasket against wall and secure to valve with escutcheon screws (WO-20A). Mount temperature control handle (VT-112) on valve spindle spline, secure with screw (SC-15A). Install shower arm, ange and shower head. See Figures 2 and 3. Install tub spout on diverter twin-ell stub out (1-215-X only). Use putty or seal­ant on back edge of spout to make proper seal with nished wall.
8. 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.
9. Do not install positive shut-off devices on the outlet of this valve or devices that do not allow the valve to ow at least 1 GPM at 50 psi inlet pressure. EXCEPTION: If a self-clos­ing or slow-closing valve is installed on the outlet, the supplies of the valve must be equipped with checks to eliminate hot to cold by-pass in the event the valve’s handle is not turned to off after use. Contact your factory representative or Symmons directly for information on available checks.
FIGURE 3 Model 1-215(X) Tub/Shower System
5 5/8” 143mm
NOTE: 2-3/8” (60mm) min. 3” (76mm) max. 2-5/16” (59mm) fixed dim. metal stall. Valve inlets and outlets are 1/2” (13mm) IPS connections.
All floor to center dimensions optional. Concealed piping and fittings not furnished by manufacturer.
Installation of Tub/Shower System Model 1-215-X (Figure 3)
The valve supplied with this system
does NOT have a built-in choke and must be supplied with either a separate diverter valve or a twin-ell tub spout.
FIGURE 4 Fiberglass Wall Installation
9 1/2” 240mm
twin ell
1. Follow instructions from previous page. Refer to Figure 3.
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INDIVIDUAL PARTS COMPOSITE PARTS
C-5 Flow control spindle C-32-11 Spindle assembly C-32B-11 Plaster shield VT-112 Lever handle SC-2 Cap SC-3 Renewable seat SC-7 Packing nut with o-rings SC-9 Cold washer retainer SC-10A Hot washer screw SC-10/11 Hot and cold washers SC-144 Escutcheon SC-12D Escutcheon screw SC-13 Dome cover and lock nut SC-15A Handle screw SC-17 Packing SC-19 Cap gasket SC-20A/21 Top seat o-ring & bottom seat gasket SC-26 Limit stop with o-ring SC-126 Plaster shield SC-130 Dome cover gasket T-149 Escutcheon Gasket WO-20A Escutcheon screw
T-149
SC-144
WO-20A
Washer & Gasket KIT-B SC-9 Cold washer retainer SC-10A Hot washer screw SC-10/11 Hot and cold washers SC-15 Handle screw SC-17 Packing SC-19 Cap gasket
Repair units SC-3 Renewable seat unit complete C-50 Renewable seat socket wrench C-5 Spindle
SC-7
SC-9
SC-17
C-32B-11
SC-26
SC-2
SC-3
C-32-11
SC-19
SC-20A/21
SC-10A
SC-10/11
C-5
VT-104
WO-20A
SC-13
VT-112
SC-15A
FIBERGLASS WALL INSTALLATION
When installing Safetymix in ber­glass or panel walls and it is desired to sandwich wall between valve body and escutcheon, cut hole in wall as shown in Figure 4 and mount valve from rear. Note: It is always recommended to secure valve piping to rough construc­tion and not depend on berglass wall for valve mounting security. On panel walls over 1” thick, install in conven­tional manner. (See gure 1).
SC-130
SC-126 TO BE DISCARDED BEFORE INST ALLING TRIM
OPERATION OF VALVE
The main handle of the Safetymix valve is for control of temperature only. From the OFF position, the handle is turned counter-clockwise through a minimum cold position, through a warm and hot position for a maximum turn of approxi­mately one revolution. This allows for innite temperature adjustments to suit the requirements of any user.
CARE AND CLEANING
The lustrous nish on your Safetymix valve should be treated with care. It can be readily damaged by improper handling or abusive treatment. To clean the nish wipe gently with a soft damp cloth and blot dry with a soft towel. Use only a mild soap solution if required. DO
NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS. USE OF POLISH, ABRASIVE CLEANERS, SOLVENTS OR ACID CLEANERS WILL DAMAGE THE FINISH AND VOID THE SYMMONS WARRANTY.
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SERVICE
1. Shut off water supply to valve.
2. Loosen set screw (SC-15A) and remove handle (VT-112), dome cover (SC-13), and escutcheon (SC-144) in that order.
3. Open valve to about warm position and unscrew cap (SC-2). Warning: Failure to OPEN VALVE will damage cap and spindle. Spindle assembly (C-5) will be removed with cap. Leave packing nut (SC-7) in place while unscrewing cap to avoid distortion.
4. Ordinary service to eliminate drip­ping or not shutting off requires only the replacement of parts supplied in washer and gasket kit (KIT-B). Hold spindle with (VT-112) handle while removing hot washer screw and cold washer retainer (remove retainer with channel
lock pliers).
5. Inspect surfaces of renewable seat (SC-3). If seat surfaces are worn or wire drawn or if NEW SPINDLE IS VERY LOOSE IN SEAT, replace SC-3 renewable seat. Use renewable seat socket wrench (C-50). Clean seat surfaces for proper sealing of top seat o-ring (SC-20A) and bottom seat gasket (SC-21). Tighten seat to 15 foot pounds of torque.
6. The perforated end of the (C-5) spindle assembly houses the balancing piston which is the heart of this pressure-balancing valve. The piston should be free to move back and forth and should click when the spindle assembly is shaken. If deposits block this action, tap the handle end of the spindle against
a solid object to free the piston. Soaking in household vinegar will help free foreign matter. If this does not free piston, replace (C-5) spindle assembly.
perforateD cylinDer on the spinDle assembly or attempt removal of the piston.
Do not tamper with
7. Reassemble, reversing above procedure. Be sure spindle assembly is drawn close to the cap before screwing cap back into valve. Warning: Failure to do this will damage cap and spindle.
8.
Use only symmons safetymiX GenUine repair parts. failUre to Do so will voiD all warranties anD impair proper operation of yoUr valve.
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
Problem Cause Solution (Follow service instructions)
Valve will not pass water. Hot and cold water not turned on. Turn on both supplies. Valve will not operate
Valve leaks when shut off. Hot and cold washers are worn, or foreign
Temperature control handle is turned from cold to hot (or hot back to cold) and volume from spout or head is not constant.
Valve delivers sufcient quantity of cold, but little hot, or the reverse of this.
Temperature varies without moving handle. Same as above Same as above
Valve delivery temperature reduces gradually during use; must be turned on to hotter positions to maintain constant temperature.
matter (solder, chips, etc.) are between washers and seat surfaces
Pressure balancing piston housed in spindle assembly is blocked from free movement by foreign matter.
Same as above Same as above
Overdraw on hot water supply, i.e., running out of hot water.
unless both HOT and COLD water pressure is turned on.
Replace Hot and Cold washers, inspect top surface on hot and cold seats and replace if necessary.
With valve open half way, remove handle and tap spindle with plastic hammer. If problem not solved, remove spindle assembly completely and tap handle against solid object to free piston. Soaking in household vinegar will help free foreign matter.
Reduce maximum ow by using volume control adjustment on valve or shower head. This will allow longer period of use before overdrawing hot water supply.
Commercial Limited Warranty
Symmons warrants to the original purchaser that any Symmons product (excluding batteries) when used in industrial, commercial or business use will be free of defects in material and workmanship during normal use 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 or product, either new or refurbished (at our option), 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. 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.
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