Triton MARTINIQUE Instruction manual

MARTINIQUE

electric shower

Installation and

operating

instructions

Installers p lease no te these Instruc tIons

are to b e left w Ith the user

Please read this book thoroughly and familiarise yourself with all
instructions before commencing installation and keep it for future reference.

The shower installation MUST be carried out by a suitably qualified person, in the
sequence of this instruction book.

2180381M - June 2015

INTRODUCTION - PLEASE READ

Products manufactured by Triton are safe and without risk provided they are installed, used and

PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

maintained in good working order in accordance with our instructions and recommendations.
WARNING: DO NOT operate shower if frozen, or suspected of being frozen. It must thaw out

before using.

DO NOT operate the unit if the showerhead or spray hose becomes damaged.
DO NOT restrict flow out of shower by placing showerhead in direct contact with your body.
DO NOT operate the shower if water ceases to flow during use or if water has entered inside

the unit because of an incorrectly fitted cover.

This book contains all the necessary fitting and operating instructions for your electric shower.

Care taken during the installation will provide a long, trouble-free life from your shower.

PLEASE READ THE GENERAL GUIDANCE NOTES BEFORE PROCEEDING.

Triton recommend watching the short online *videos that cover electric shower basics before your
installation - *(videos may not show the exact model purchased).

• What is an electric shower?

• Electrical requirements for electric showers

• Plumbing requirements for electric showers

• Kilowatt ratings explained

To view these videos visit: www.tritonshowers.co.uk/triton-products/product-videos.aspx

PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING CHECK LIST TO AID YOUR INSTALLATION

SECTION

Check that the water supply will satisfy requirements .............................................. 1

1

SECTION

Check that water & cable entry points of the unit meet requirements ..................... 2

2

SECTION

Check that the electric supply will satisfy requirements ............................................ 3

3

SECTION

Siting of the shower .................................................................................................

4

SECTION

Plumbing installation ............................................................................................... 5

5

SECTION

Electrical installation ................................................................................................ 6

6

SECTION

Fit to the wall & connect the shower supplies .......................................................... 7

7

SECTION

Fitting the cover ...................................................................................................... 8

8

SECTION

ONLY Commission the shower in the way described ............................................ 9

9

SECTION

Familiarise yourself with the user operating instructions ........................................... 10

10

2

Tick off as

you complete

4

Products manufactured by Triton are safe and without risk provided they are installed, used and
maintained in good working order in accordance with our instructions and recommendations.

WARNING: DO NOT operate shower if frozen, or suspected of being frozen. It must thaw out
before using.

DO NOT operate the unit if the showerhead or spray hose becomes damaged.
DO NOT restrict flow out of shower by placing showerhead in direct contact with your body.
DO NOT operate the shower if water ceases to flow during use or if water has entered inside

the unit because of an incorrectly fitted cover.

WARNING: If restarting the shower immediately after stopping, be aware that a slug of
hot water will be expelled for the first few seconds.

PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT - GENERAL GUIDANCE NOTES

1 GENERAL

1.1 Isolate the electrical and water supplies before

removing the cover.

1.2 Read all of these instructions and retain them

for later use.

1.3 DO NOT take risks with plumbing or electrical

equipment.

1.4 Isolate electrical and water supplies before

proceeding with the installation.

1.5 The unit must be mounted onto the finished

wall surface (on top of the tiles). DO NOT tile
up to or seal around ANY PART of the unit
using silicone sealer after fixing to the wall.
Special care must be taken NOT TO BLOCK
OR SEAL ANY PRD VENTS ON THE UNIT.

1.6 Contact Customer Service (see back page), if

any of the following occur:

a) If it is intended to operate the shower at

pressures above the maximum or below the
minimum stated.

b) If the unit shows a distinct change in performance.
c) If the shower is frozen.

1.7 If it is intended to operate the shower in areas

of hard water (above 200 ppm temporary
hardness), a scale inhibitor may have to be
fitted. For advice on the Scale Inhibitor,
contact Customer Service.

1.8 The showerhead must be cleaned regularly

with descalent to remove scale and debris,
otherwise restrictions to the flow on the outlet
of the unit will result in higher temperatures
and could also cause the (PRD) Pressure Relief
Device in the unit to operate.

1.9 This product is not suitable for mounting into

steam rooms or steam cubicles.

PLUMBING

2

2.1 The plumbing installation must comply with

Water Regulations, Building Regulations or any
particular regulations as specified by Local
Water Company or Water Undertakers and
should be in accordance with BS EN 806.

2.2 The supply pipe must be flushed to clear debris

before connecting to the shower unit.

2.3 DO NOT solder pipes or fittings within 300mm

of the shower unit, as heat can transfer along
the pipework and damage components.

2.4 DO NOT fit any form of outlet flow control as

the outlet acts as a vent for the heater can.

2.5 DO NOT use excessive force when making

connections to the flexible hose or
showerhead, finger tight is sufficient.

2.6 All plumbing connections must be completed

before making the electrical connections.

2.7 This appliance MUST not be connected to the

inlet supply by a hose-set.

3

ELECTRICAL

3.1 The installation must comply with BS 7671

‘Requirements for electrical installations’ (IEE
wiring regulations), building regulations or any
particular regulations as specified by the local
Electrical Supply Company.

3.2 This appliance MUST be earthed.

3.3 In accordance with ‘The Plugs and Sockets etc.

(Safety) Regulations 1994’, this appliance is
intended to be permanently connected to the
fixed wiring of the electrical mains system.

3.4 Make sure all electrical connections are tight to

prevent overheating.

3.5 A 30mA residual current device (RCD) MUST

be installed in all UK electric and pumped
shower circuits. This may be part of the
consumer unit or a separate unit.

3.6 Switch off immediately at isolating switch if

water ceases to flow during use.

3.7 Other electrical equipment i.e. extractor fans,

pumps must not be connected to the circuits
within the unit.

3.8 Switch off at isolating switch when not in use.

This is a safety procedure recommended with
all electrical appliances.

3.9 As with all electrical appliances it is

recommended to have the shower and
installation checked at least every two years by
a competent electrician to ensure there is no
deterioration due to age and usage.

WARNING

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) 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

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

GENERAL ADVICE TO USERS

The following points will help you understand
how the shower operates:

a. The electric heating elements operate at a

constant rate at your chosen power setting.
It is the rate of the water passing through
the heater can which determines the water
temperature. (The slower the flow, the hotter
the water becomes; the faster the flow, the
cooler the water).

b. During winter, the mains water supply will be

cooler than in the summer. The flow rate will
vary between seasons at any one temperature
setting. At different times of the year you
may have to adjust the position of the
temperature control to maintain your desired
temperature setting.

c. The stabiliser valve minimises variations in

shower temperature during mains water
pressure changes. If changes in shower
temperature are experienced during normal
use, it will most likely be caused by the
water pressure falling near to or below the
minimum level. The drop in pressure may
be due to water being drawn off at other
points in the house whilst the shower is in
use. If pressure drops appreciably below
the minimum, the heating elements will
automatically cut out.

NOTE: If ever the water becomes too hot and
you cannot obtain cooler water, first check
that the sprayplate in the showerhead has not
become blocked.

DO NOT place items such as soap or shampoo
bottles on top of the unit. Liquid could seep
through the joint between the cover and
backplate.

IMPORTANT ADVICE TO USERS

COMISSIONING ADVICE

When first installed the unit will be empty.

It is essential the unit should contain water

before the elements are switched on. It is

vital that the commissioning procedure

is followed. Failure to carry out this

operation will result in damage to the unit

and will invalidate the guarantee.

ADVISORY - CLEANING

It is recommended that all products

are cleaned using warm, soapy water.

DO NOT use abrasive or aggressive

chemical cleaning products as this may

affect the product surface nish and

invalidate your guarantee.

CONTENTS Page

INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (please read)
Installation check list (please follow & complete)

GENERAL GUIDANCE NOTES
GENERAL ADVICE TO USERS - CLEANING ADVICE

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................. 2

DIMENSIONS & CABLE/WATER ENTRY POINTS .............................. 3

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ....................................................... 4 - 5

INSTALLING THE SHOWER ................................................. 6 - 14

Siting of the shower ................................................................ 6 - 7

Plumbing installation .................................................................. 8

Electrical installation ................................................................... 9

Fit to the wall & connect shower supplies ............................... 9 - 11

Fitting the cover ........................................................................ 12

COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE ..................................... 13 - 14

Connecting the PCB cable ......................................................... 14

USER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................... 15 - 17

Operating functions ....................................................................... 17

Cleaning the filter - installers & service engineers only ................... 18

Fault finding/Troubleshooting .................................................... 19 - 20

Spare parts .................................................................................... 21

SHOWER CONTROLS - QUICK USER GUIDE ............... Inside rear cover

UK Service Policy/UK Guarantee .............................................. Rear cover

To check the product suitability for commercial and multiple installations, please contact Triton’s
specication advisory service before installation.

Telephone:

Facsimile:

024 7637 2222

024 7632 4504

E mail:

[e-mail]

1

SECTION

check list

1

Nominal power - rating at 240V Nominal power - rating at 230V

9.5kW – (40A MCB rating) 8.7kW – (40A MCB rating)

10.5kW – (45A MCB rating) 9.6kW – (45A MCB rating)

PLUMBING (see page 6 & 7 for water regulations)

Supply Source Mains pressure cold water only

SPECIFICATIONS

ELECTRICAL

Minimum running pressure and flow to the inlet
of the shower for full performance

Maximum static pressure 1000 kPa (10 bar)

Maximum inlet temperature 28°C

Minimum inlet temperature 2°C

Inlet connection 15mm diameter

Outlet connection ½” BSP male thread

ABS Backplate, cover, controls, showerhead

Acetal Sprayplate

Minerally insulated corrosion resistant metal
sheathing

STANDARDS and APPROVALS

Splashproof rating IPX4

Safety Complies with the requirements of current

100kPa (1.0 bar) at 8 litres per minute for

7.5kW, 8.5kW & 9.5kW

150kPa (1.5 bar) at 11 litres per minute for 10.5kW

MATERIALS

Elements

British and European safety standards for
household and similar electrical appliances

BEAB Complies with requirements of the British

Electrotechnical Approvals Board (BEAB)

CE Meets with Compliance with European

Community Directives (CE)

2

DIMENSIONS & ENTRY POINTS

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SECTION

2

Fig.1

208mm 95mm

DIMENSIONS

338mm

ENTRY POINTS

WATER

Right: Bottom back, Bottom.

Left: None.

CABLE

Right: Middle back, Top.

Left: None.

PLEASE NOTE: Deviation from the

approved entry points will invalidate
product specifications and warranty.

= Back

= Back

3

= Others

= Others

Fig.2

SECTION

Meter

Incoming

supply

fuse

Meter

tails

Consumer

unit

Pull cord

isolating switch

Shower

unit

Fuse or

MCB

RCD

(can be part of

consumer unit)

80A or 100A

main switch

MCB

30/32A

32A

40A

40A

40A

40/45A

45A

cartridge

fuse

30A

35A

35A

45A

45A

45A

45A

unit

rating

7.0kW

7.5kW

8.0kW

8.5kW

9.0kW

9.5kW

10.5kW

CIRCUIT PROTECTION

Triton Showers,

Triton Road, Nuneaton,

Warwickshire, CV11 4NR

xxxx

3

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING!

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

The installation, supply cable and circuit
protection must conform with BS 7671 (IEE
wiring regulations) and be sufcient for the
amperage required.

The following notes are for guidance only:
1 The shower must only be connected to a

230-240V ac supply. If you are installing a
shower with a kilowatt rating above 9kW, it
is advisable to contact the local electricity
supply company.

1.1 The electrical rating of the shower is shown
on the rating label (Fig.3) within the unit.

2 Before making any sort of electrical

connection within the installation make
sure that no terminal is live. If in any doubt,
switch off the whole installation at the mains
supply and remove the correct fuse.

3 The shower must be connected to its own

independent electrical circuit. IT MUST NOT
be connected to a ring main, spur, socket
outlet, lighting circuit or cooker circuit.

3.1 The electrical supply must be adequate for
the loading of the unit and existing circuits.

4 Check your consumer unit (main fuse box)

has a main switch rating of 80A or above
and that it has a spare fuse way which will
take the fuse or Miniature Circuit Breaker
(MCB) necessary for the shower (Fig.4).

4.1 If your consumer unit has a rating below
80A or if there is no spare fuse way, then the
installation will not be straightforward and
may require a new consumer unit serving
the house or just the shower.

4.2 You will need to contact the local electricity
company. They will check the supply and
carry out what is necessary.

5 For close circuit protection DO NOT use a

rewireable fuse. Instead use a suitably rated
Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) or cartridge
fuse (see Table A).

5.1 A 30mA residual current device (RCD)
MUST be installed in all UK electric and

pumped shower circuits. This may be part of
the consumer unit or a separate unit.

W-006-A

Fig.3

Fig.4 Schematic of installation circuit

Table A

4

Continued

Note: Cable selection is dependent on

deratin

g

factors

Twin and earth PVC insulated cable

Current carrying capacity

In conduit

trunking

6mm²

38A

10mm²

52A

16mm²

69A

Installed in an
insulated wall

6mm²

32A

10mm²

43A

16mm²

57A

Clipped direct

or buried in a

non-insulated

wall

6mm²

46A

10mm²

63A

16mm²

85A

SECTION

3

6 A 45 amp double pole isolating switch with

a minimum contact gap of 3 mm in both
poles must be incorporated in the circuit.

6.1 It must have a mechanical indicator showing

when the switch is in the OFF position, and
the wiring must be connected to the switch
without the use of a plug or socket outlet.

6.2 The switch must be accessible and clearly

able, but out of reach of a person
u
cord of a cord operated switch, and should
be placed so that it is not possible to touch
the switch body while standing in a bath or
shower cubicle. It should be readily accessible
to switch off after using the shower.

7 Where shower cubicles are located in any

rooms other than bathrooms, all socket
outlets in those rooms must be protected by
a 30mA RCD.

8 The current carrying capacity of the cable

must be at least that of the shower circuit
protection (see Table B).

8.1 To obtain full advantage of the power

provided by the shower, use the shortest
cable route possible from the consumer unit
to the shower.

8.2 It is also necessary to satisfy the disconnection

time and thermal constraints which means
that for any given combination of current
demand, voltage drop and cable size, there is
a maximum permissible circuit length.

9 The shower circuit should be separated from

other circuits by at least twice the diameter
of the cable or conduit.

9.1 The current rating will be reduced if the

cabling is bunched with others, surrounded
by thermal loft or wall insulation or placed
in areas where the ambient temperature
is above 30°C. Under these conditions,
derating factors apply and it is necessary to
select a larger cable size.

9.2 In the majority of installations (see
Table B), the cable will unavoidably be

placed in one or more of the above
conditions. This being so, it is strongly
recommended to use a minimum of 10mm
cabling throughout the shower installation.

xed bath or shower, except for the

9.3 In any event, it is essential that individual

site conditions are assessed by a competent
electrician in order to determine the correct
cable size and permissible circuit length.

Table B

*The method below may be used by

installers to determine the approximate

size of the incoming cable.

2

6mm

1. Measure the width of an individual strand,

and half that measurment to find (r),
e.g: 1.34mm ÷ 2 = (r) 0.67mm

2. Multiply (r) x (r) x 3.14,

e.g: (r) 0.67 x (r) 0.67 x 3.14 = 1.41mm

3. Multiply this by the number of wire strands

(usually 7), e.g: 1.41mm2 x 7 = 9.87mm2.

4. The number obtained would suggest

10mm2 wiring.

*PLEASE NOTE: If unsure, consult a qualified Electrician.

10mm

2

16mm

2

2

5

SECTION

Isolating

stopvalve

Mains
water
supply

Shower
unit

Switch may

be wall

mounted
in accordance
with IEE regs.

Mains electric supply (via double pole switch)

Double

pole

isolating

switch

Separate permanently

connected supply

from consumer unit

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4

Fig.5

Diagrammatic view (not to scale)

Installation - SITING OF THE SHOWER

SITING OF THE SHOWER

The installation must be in accordance with
Water Regulations/Bylaws - see page 2 for

water specifications

• If it is intended to operate the shower at
pressures above the maximum or below the
minimum stated, contact Customer Service
for advice.

• If the stated flow rates are not available,
it may not be possible to achieve optimum
performance from the unit throughout
the year.

• During periods of high ambient temperatures
it may be necessary to select the economy
power setting to achieve your preferred
shower temperature.

Fig.5 shows a typical system layout.

• Refer to (fig.6) for the correct siting of
the shower. Position the unit where it will
NOT be in direct contact with water from
the showerhead. Position the shower unit
vertically.

• Allow enough room between the ceiling and
the shower to access the cover top screws.

• Mark out entry points and routing of the
water and electric supplies into the shower.

6

Continued

SECTION

4

IMPORTANT: Water regulations (fig.6)

• It is required that the showerhead be
‘constrained by a fixed or sliding attachment

so that it can only discharge water at a point
not less than 25mm above the spill-over level
of the relevant bath, shower tray or other
fixed appliance’.

• If the riser kit is supplied with a ‘soapdish
hose retainer’ or bespoke ‘hose retainer’, it
will in most cases meet this requirement. If
the showerhead can still be placed within a
bath, basin or shower tray within the 25mm
limit, then a double check valve, or similar,

MUST be fitted in the supply pipework
to prevent back-flow.

Pressure relief safety device

• A pressure relief device (PRD) is designed
into the shower unit which complies with
European standards. The PRD provides a level
of appliance protection should an excessive
build up of pressure occur within the shower.

DO NOT operate the shower with a damaged or
kinked shower hose, or a blocked showerhead.
This may cause the PRD to operate.

• When commissioning, the showerhead
must be removed from the flexible hose.
Failure to follow this procedure may cause
the PRD to operate.

• Make sure the shower is positioned over a
bath or shower tray. If the PRD operates,
then water will eject from the bottom of
the unit. Should this happen, turn off the
electricity and water supplies to the shower
at the isolating switch and stopvalve.
Contact Customer Service for advice on
replacing the PRD.

WARNING

The shower MUST NOT be

positioned where it will be

subjected to freezing conditions.

Shower unit can

be mounted either

side of riser rail

Height of

showerhead

and

shower

to suit
user's

requirement

Mains cold water

retaining

ring

supply - bottom

and back only

Shower unit

must not
be within

an area
1 metre

from base

Soap dish

25 mm minimum

Spillover

level

*Fig.6

Outline of bath
or shower tray

*(diagrammatic view – not to scale)

IMPORTANT: If installing onto a tiled wall,
ALWAYS mount the unit on the surface of
the tiles. NEVER tile up to the unit.

IMPORTANT: The unit must be mounted on

a flat surface which covers the full width and
length of the backplate. It is important that
the wall surface is flat otherwise difficulty
may be encountered when fitting the cover
and subsequent operation of the unit may
be impaired.

7

SECTION

20mm

5

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Installation - PLUMBING INSTALLATION

Fig.7

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The outlet of the shower acts as a vent and

must not be connected to anything other

than the hose and showerhead supplied.

PLUMBING INSTALLATION

Plumbing to be carried out before wiring

• DO NOT use jointing compounds on any

pipe fittings for the installation.

• DO NOT solder fittings near the shower unit

as heat can transfer along the pipework and
damage components.

• Compression fittings MUST be used to
connect to the inlet of the shower (fig.7).
(Push-on fittings must NOT be used as full
engagement cannot be guaranteed).

• If installing a feed pipe from the back or
bottom, the centre of the inlet valve to the
wall surface is 20mm (fig.7).

NOTE: If entry is from the back, the nut of the
compression fitting will be partially behind the
surface of the wall. This area MUST be left clear
when plastering and tiling around the pipework
in order to make the nut accessible for future
adjustments.

NOTE: An additional stopvalve (complying with
Water Regulations) must be fitted in the mains
water supply to the shower as an independent
means of isolating the water supply should
maintenance or servicing be necessary.

IMPORTANT: Before completing the connection
of the water supply to the inlet of the shower, flush
out the pipework to remove all swarf and system
debris. This can be achieved by connecting a hose
to the pipework and turning on the mains water
supply long enough to clear the debris to waste.

8

Installation - ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

remove

cover

backplate

View from underneath

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: Switch off the electricity supply at
the mains before proceeding.

• The supply cable MUST be secured either by

routing through conduit, in trunking, or by
embedding in the wall, in accordance with
IEE regulations.

NOTE: Conduit entry can only be from rear.

Installation -

FIT TO THE WALL & CONNECT THE SHOWER SUPPLIES

SECTION

check list

NOTE: Deviations from the designated entry
points will invalidate product approvals. The
cable entry points are listed on page 3.

• Seal around rear entry cable to prevent water
ingress into the wall.

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6

SECTION

7

FIT TO THE WALL & CONNECT THE
SHOWER SUPPLIES

Pipe/Electrical access points

• If bottom surface entry is required for the
mains cold water, then the necessary opening
will need to be cut out in the trimplate and
cover (fig.8).

• If surface cable entry from the top is required
then a small area will need to be cut out in
the backplate (fig.9).

Fig.8

Fig.9

remove

View from
rear of backplate

9

SECTION

7

Continued

Fig.10

WARNING

Check there are no hidden cables or

pipes before drilling holes for wall plugs.

Use great care when using power tools near

water. The use of a residual current device

(RCD) is recommended when

using power tools.

• Temporarily connect the mains water supply
to the inlet of the shower using a
15mm x 15mm compression fitting.

• Use the backplate as a template making sure
it is level and mark the fixing holes (fig.10).

• Remove the unit from the wall. Drill and plug
the wall. (An appropriate drill bit should be used.

If the wall is plasterboard or a soft building block,
appropriate wall plugs should be fitted).

• Hook the backplate over the top screw and
fit the bottom fixing screw into position. DO
NOT fully tighten the screws at this stage,
as the fixing holes are elongated to allow for
out of square adjustment after the plumbing
connections have been completed.

• Connect the mains water supply to the inlet
DO NOT use excessive force when making
the connection.

• Make sure the backplate is square on the
wall and tighten the retaining screws which
hold it to the wall.

• Turn on the mains water supply and check
for leaks in the pipework connection to the
shower.

NOTE: At this stage no water can flow through

the unit.

IMPORTANT: A suitable sealant should always

be used to seal around the incoming pipework to
prevent water entering the wall.

10

L

N

E

1

2

3

5

7

6

inlet

outlet

9

9

4

8

• Route the cable into the shower unit for

Terminal

block

connection to the terminal block (fig.11)
as follows:

Earth cable to terminal marked

Neutral cable to terminal marked N

Live cable to terminal marked L

• (fig.12) shows a schematic wiring diagram.

IMPORTANT: When connecting the cable fully

tighten the terminal block screws and make sure
that no cable insulation is trapped under the
screws. Loose connections can result in cable
overheating.

NOTE: The supply cable earth conductor must
be sleeved. The outer sheath of the supply cable
must be stripped back to the minimum.

• The use of connections within the unit or
other points in the shower circuit to supply
power to other equipment i.e. extractor fans,
pumps etc. will invalidate the guarantee.

• DO NOT switch on the electricity supply
until the shower cover has been fitted.

Fig.11

Fig.12

Continued

SECTION

7

NOTE: The elements on UK models are to
240V specification and will give a lower kW
rating if the voltage supply is below 240V.

1. Terminal block

2. Earth post

3. Control PCB

4. Power PCB

5. Solenoid valve

6. Thermal cut-out

(main)

7. Thermal cut-out
(outlet)

8. Connector socket

9. Element

11

SECTION

Valve
spindle

8

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Installation - FITTING THE COVER

Fig.13

Fig.14

WARNING

COVER RETAINING SCREWS

ONLY the SUPPLIED SCREWS should be

used. The use of none supplied screws WILL

invalidate product specications & warranty.

PLEASE NOTE

Before normal operation of the shower,

it is essential the following commissioning

procedure is completed correctly.

IMPORTANT

DO NOT connect the 10-way

ribbon cable before the

commissioning procedure

has been completed.

FITTING THE COVER

Fitting The Cover - valve & knob positions

• Turn the valve spindle clockwise until it stops

(fig.13).

• Fit the trimplate.

• Turn the temperature control on the cover to

position ‘10’ (fig.14).

• Offer the cover to the unit.

• Carefully locate the cover tags into the guide
pockets on the backplate and make sure the
wires are not trapped.

• Guide the cover into position so that the
control spindle locates correctly (minor
adjustment may be necessary to align the
control and spindle).

• Should any difficulty arise, recheck the points
above.

• While applying slight pressure to the front
cover, secure in position with the retaining
screws.

• Fit the flexible hose to the shower outlet
making sure the outlet of the hose is directed
to waste. Check the supplied sealing washer

is in place.

• DO NOT attach the showerhead at this
stage.

12

!! IMPORTANT !!

Temperature

control at

minimum

flow setting

Temperature

control at
maximum

flow setting

COMMISSIONING

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SECTION

9

WARNING

Before normal operation of the shower, it

is essential the following commissioning

procedure is completed correctly.

COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE

The first operation of the shower is intended
to flush out any remaining unit debris, and
to make sure the heater unit contains water
before the elements are switched on.

This operation MUST be carried out WITH
the flexible hose screwed to the outlet but
WITHOUT THE SHOWERHEAD ATTACHED.
Make sure the outlet of the flexible hose is
directed to waste.

IMPORTANT: The Temperature control MUST
be turned fully clockwise to number ‘10’, as
shown in (fig.15) - Failure to do this could

cause the PRD to operate.

• Turn on the water supply to the shower at
the isolating stop valve.

• Switch on the electricity supply to the shower
at the isolating switch.

• Wait until water starts to flow from the
flexible hose.

• Slowly rotate the temperature control fully
anti-clockwise as in (fig.16)

• It will take about thirty seconds for a smooth
flow of water to be obtained while air and
any debris is being flushed from the shower

• When a smooth flow of water is obtained,
turn the temperature control fully clockwise
and anti-clockwise and back again several
times to release any trapped air from within
the unit.

• Once the flushing out has been completed,
switch off the electricity to the shower at the
isolating switch. The water will cease to flow.

• Unscrew the top and bottom retaining screws
again, and lift the cover from the backplate.

.

Fig.15

Fig.16

13

SECTION

9

check list

CONNECTING THE PCB CABLE

Coloured

edge

Fig.17

PCB (In shower)

(cover)

PCB

cable

CONNECTING THE PCB CABLE
& REFITTING THE COVER

IMPORTANT: After connecting the PCB cable,
please check the following before retting the
cover:

1. All plumbing connections are watertight.

2. Terminal block screws are fully tightened.

3. Make sure the valve spindel and
temperature control are in the correct
positions - see (fig.13 & 14 on page 12).

• Attached to the display PCB, inside
the cover, is a 10-way ribbon cable.
The ribbon cable connector must be
plugged into the socket located at the
right of the power PCB situated inside

the unit

• The cable connector can only be fitted
into the socket in one way. The ribbon
cable has a coloured edge which is
lowermost when correctly fitted to the
socket.

• Guide the cover into position so that the knob
spindle locates correctly (minor adjustment
may be necessary to align the knob and
spindle). Should any difficulty arise, re check
the points above.

• While applying slight pressure to the cover,
secure in position with the retaining screws.

• Turn the electric supply back on at the
isolating switch. The ‘Power’ indicator will
light.

• Water will NOT flow until one of the buttons
is pressed.

• It is recommended that the water and electric
supplies to the shower are turned off while
the riser rail kit is being installed.

• The flexible hose can be left attached to the
shower outlet. Make sure the supplied sealing
washer is fitted.

(fig.17).

14

USER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Stop

button

High

Cold

Economy

Temperature

control

check list

SECTION

10

OPERATING THE SHOWER - (g.18)

• When the electricity supply to the shower
is switched on at the isolating switch, the
“power” indicator will light.

To start the shower

• Water will flow by pressing any of the three
buttons: High, Cold or Economy.

To stop the shower

• Press the Stop button and the phased
shutdown will begin. Water will cease to flow
after about four seconds.

To use the control buttons

There are three control buttons:

• High

• Cold

• Economy

• The upper button – red symbol is High:
The shower will be set to Maximum heat,
using both of the elements within the
heater can.

• The centre button – blue symbol is Cold:
The cold setting does not provide any heat
from the heater can to the incoming water.

• The lower button – double red symbol is
Economy: The shower will use only one of
the elements within the heater can.

IMPORTANT: it will take a few seconds for the
temperature to stabilise once changes have been
made.

NOTE: If the stated flow rate required for the unit
cannot be met due to low water pressure, it will
be necessary to operate the unit on the Economy
setting during the warmer months because of
flow rate limitations entering the unit.

Power on
indicator

Fig.18

15

SECTION

10

Continued

Fig.19

Hotter Colder

To adjust the shower temperature ­Economy and High settings only

• The water temperature is altered by increasing
or decreasing the flow rate of the water
through the shower via the temperature
control (g.19).

• After obtaining your showering temperature,
the knob can be left as the normal setting
and should only need altering to compensate
for seasonal changes in ambient water
temperature.

NOTE: The preferred knob position on ECONOMY
will give a different temperature to the same
position on HIGH.

To decrease the shower temperature

• Turn the temperature control anti-clockwise

- this will increase the flow of water through
the shower and make the water colder.

To increase the shower temperature

• Turn the temperature control clockwise -
this will decrease the flow of water through
the shower and make the water hotter.

NOTE: It is advisable that the showering
temperature is satisfactory by testing with your
hand before stepping under the showerhead.
There will always be a time delay of a few
seconds between selecting a flow rate and the
water reaching the stable temperature for that
flow rate.

Temperature
control knob

NOTE: In normal use, it is in order to leave the
water supply permanently on to the shower
unit, but as with most electrical appliances, the

unit MUST be switched off at the isolating
switch when not in use.

16

OPERATING FUNCTIONS - (g.20)

Selector

mode

indicators

Power on

Low pressure

Power on indicator

• When the electricity supply to the shower
is switched on at the isolating switch, the
power indicator will light up.

Low pressure indication

If the water pressure has fallen below the
minimum required for correct operation of the
shower, resulting in the low pressure cut-out
operating, the following will happen.

• The power to the heating elements will
be switched off, preventing any undue
temperature rises.

• The shower will operate on the COLD setting
and the Power ‘on’ indicator will flash.

• When there is adequate water pressure, the
unit automatically restores the power to the
elements and returns to the original setting
selected.

Selector mode indicators

• Next to each control button there is an
indicator that lights when the button is
pressed, indicating which shower mode is in
operation.

Phased shutdown

• In use, every time the Stop button is pressed,
power is switched off to the elements. Water
will continue to flow for a few seconds,
flushing out any remaining hot water. This
makes sure the next immediate user will not
receive a slug of hot water if standing under
the showerhead when starting the shower.

Safety cut-out

• The unit is fitted with an over-temperature
safety device. In the event of abnormal
operation which could cause unsafe
temperatures within the unit, the device will
disconnect the heating elements.

NOTE: It will require a visit from a qualified
engineer to identify the nature of the fault and
replace the safety device.

Continued

SECTION

10

Fig.20

17

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLERS AND SERVICE ENGINEERS ONLY

Inlet
filter

Instructions for installers and service engineers only

Instructions for installers and service engineers only

CLEANING THE FILTER

It is recommended that the filter is periodically
cleaned in order to maintain the performance of
the shower. It is essential that this operation is
carried out by a competent person.

• SWITCH OFF the electricity and water supply

at the mains.

• The inlet filter is situated in the inlet pipe

which is part of the solenoid valve (g.21).

• To gain access to the filter, remove the
trimplate then disconnect and remove the
compression fitting. Depending on the
incoming pipework arrangements, if there is
not enough slack in the pipework, it could
mean removing the unit from the wall.

• When cleaning the filter, DO NOT use a sharp
object, as it will cause damage. It is preferable
to use an old toothbrush or similar.

• To reassemble, follow the procedure in
reverse.

• DO NOT over tighten the fittings on
reassembly.

Fig.21

18

FAULT FINDING

FAULT FINDING/TROUBLESHOOTING

Important: Switch off the electricity at the mains supply and remove the circuit fuse before
attempting any fault finding inside the unit.

Problem/Symptom Cause

1 Shower inoperable,

no water flow.

2 Water too hot. 2.1 Not enough water

3 Water too cool

or cold.

1.1 Interrupted power

supply.

1.2 Unit malfunction. 1.2.1 Power cut? Check other appliances and if

1.3 Thermal cut-out

operated.

flowing through the
shower.

2.2 Blockage in supply. 2.2.1 Check if stop valves are fully open.

2.3 Increase in ambient

water temperature.

3.1 Too much flow. 3.1.1 Reduce flow rate via temperature control.

3.2 Water pressure below

minimum required

(see rating label).

Action/Cure

1.1.1 Blown fuse or circuit breaker. Check supply

Renew or reset fuse or circuit breaker. If it fails
again, consult a qualified electrician.

necessary, contact local Electricity Supply Co.

1.2.2 Have unit checked. Ring Customer Service.

1.3.1 The thermal cut-out safety device has operated.

Have the unit checked by a suitably qualified
service engineer or contact Customer Service.

2.1.1 Increase flow rate via temperature control.

2.1.2 Blocked showerhead — clean or replace

blocked sprayplate in showerhead.

Check if a blockage in the inlet filter.

2.3.1 Readjust flow rate to give increased flow.

2.3.2 Select ‘economy’ power.

3.2.1 Is water supply mains or tank fed?

3.2.2 If tank fed, replumb to mains water supply or

see 3.2.4.

3.2.3 If mains fed, make sure that mains stopvalve

is fully open and that there are no other
restrictions in the supply while shower is in use,
or see 3.2.4.

3.2.4 Fit pump to give minimum pressure (see rating

label). Contact Customer Service for advice.

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FAULT FINDING/TROUBLESHOOTING

FAULT FINDING

Important: Switch off the electricity at the mains supply and remove the circuit fuse before
attempting any fault finding inside the unit.

Problem/Symptom Cause

3 Water too cool

or cold - continued

4 Pressure relief

device has operated
(water ejected from
PRD tube).

5 Low Pressure LED

FLASHING.

3.3 Reduction in ambient

water temperature.

3.4 Electrical malfunction. 3.4.1 Have unit checked by suitably qualified

3.5 Safety cut-out

operated.

4.1 Blocked showerhead. 4.1.1 Clean sprayplate and then fit a new PRD.

4.2 Twisted/blocked

flexible shower hose.

4.3 Showerhead not

removed while
commissioning.

5.1 Low pressure

condition.

Action/Cure

3.3.1 Readjust flow rate to give reduced flow.

3.3.2 Select ‘high’ power.

electrician or contact Customer Service.

3.5.1 Thermal safety cut-out device has operated.

Have the unit checked by a suitably qualified
engineer or contact Customer Service.

4.2.1 Check for free passage through hose. Replace

hose if necessary and then fit new PRD.

4.3.1 Fit new PRD. Commission unit with

showerhead removed.

5.1.1 Insufficient water flow available.

1. Check filter is not blocked.

2. Check water supply to shower is adequate

NOTE: Identify cause of operation before fitting new PRD unit.

When fitting a new PRD, follow the commissioning procedure.

It is advised all electrical maintenance/repairs to the shower

should be carried out by a suitably qualified person.

In the unlikely event of a fault occurring please contact Triton Customer Service.

DO NOT remove the shower from the installation.

20

SPARE PARTS

Ref. Description Part no.

1. Power PCB ................................ 83315930

2. Terminal block & wires .............................

9.5kW ....................................... 82200900

10.5kW ..................................... 82200920

3. Heater can assembly

9.5kW ..................................... P84500290

10.5kW ................................... P84500670

4. Stabiliser valve assembly

9.5kW ....................................... 82600700

10.5kW ..................................... 82600810

5. Solenoid valve assembly ........... 83304130

6. Thermal cut-out ........................ 22009860

7. PRD & ‘O’ ring ......................... 83301330

8. Outlet pipe assembly ................ 85000130

c/w wires

9. Cover assembly including ......... 85100430

cover PCB

– Trimplate ................................. 7051656

− TCO shield .............................. 7052871

1

6

3

4

5

7

2

8

9

NOTE: Not all wiring has been shown for reasons of clarity.

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WEEE Directive – Policy Statement

As a producer and a supplier of electric showers, Triton Showers is committed to the protection of the environment

via our own environmental policy and the compliance with the WEEE directive.

Triton Showers is fully registered with the Environment Agency under the following schemes:

Repic: Producers take-back scheme (PTS), registration number WEE/EJ3466QV

Valpak: Distributor take-back scheme (DTS), registration number 9659

All our electric products are labelled accordingly with the crossed out wheeled bin symbol. This indicates, for
disposal purposes at end of life, that these products must be taken to a recognised collection points, such as
local authority sites/local recycling centres; this will be free of any charges. Do not return to Triton Showers.

22

SHOWER CONTROLS - QUICK USER GUIDE

To START or STOP your shower.

The power light

will illuminate.

High =

1

Turn the

main power

isolator switch ON

Select a Temperature

Button setting

2

3

Cold =

Economy =

To START the shower -

High, Cold or Economy

can be pressed and water

will flow from the shower.

To STOP the shower - press the
Stop button, then turn the isolator

4

switch off.

To alter the FLOW and Temperature of your shower.

HIGH heat (red)

COLD water (blue)

ECONOMY heat (red)

HEATER ELEMENTS USED

0 1 2

2 OF THE ELEMENTS USED

HEATER ELEMENTS USED

0 1 2

NONE OF THE ELEMENTS USED

HEATER ELEMENTS USED

0 1 2

1 OF THE ELEMENTS USED

HOT

COLD

HOT

COLD

HOT

COLD

Select a Temperature

Knob setting

HOTTER (slower flow)

COLDER (faster flow)

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HOT

T

O

H

D

L

O

C

COLD

HOT

COLD

UK SERVICE POLICY

In the event of a product fault or complaint occurring, the following
procedure should be followed:

1. Telephone Customer Service on 02476 378495 having available,

your details including post code, the model number and power
rating of the product, together with the date of purchase and, where
applicable, details of the particular fault.

2. If required, the Customer Service Advisor will arrange
for a qualified engineer to call.

3. All products attended to by a Triton service engineer must be

installed in full accordance with the Triton installation guide
applicable to the product. (Every product pack contains an
installation guide, however, they can also be bought via our
Customer Service Spares Department).

4. Our engineer will require local parking and if a permit is required this

must be available to the engineer on arrival at the call.

5. It is essential that you or an appointed representative (who must

be over 18 years of age) is present for the duration of the service
engineer's visit. If the product is in guarantee you must produce
proof of purchase.

6. Where a call under the terms of guarantee has been booked and the

failure is not product related (i.e. scaling and furring, incorrect water
pressure, pressure relief device operation or electrical/plumbing
installation fault) a charge will be made. A charge will also be issued
if nobody is at home when the service engineer calls or adequate
parking/permit is not available.

7. If the product is no longer covered by the guarantee an up front

fixed fee will be charged before the site visit.

8. Should proof of purchase not be available on an “in-guarantee” call,

or should the service engineer find that the product is no longer
under guarantee, the engineer will charge the same fixed price and
the customer will be expected to pay the engineer before he leaves.
If payment is not made on the day an administration charge will be
added to the fixed charge.

9. If a debt is outstanding from a previous visit, or from any other Triton

purchase, Triton reserves the right to withhold service until the debt
has been settled.

10. Triton takes the health, safety and wellbeing of its employees very

seriously and expects customers to treat all staff members with
respect. Should any employee feel threatened or receive abuse, either
verbally or physically, Triton reserves the right to withhold service

Replacement Parts Policy

Availability: It is the policy of the manufacturer to maintain parts

availability for the duration of production and a period of five years
thereafter, in accordance with industry standards.

Spare parts are available via our website, www.tritonshowers.co.uk, or by
telephoning Triton Customer Service Spares Department. Payment should
be made by credit/debit card (excluding American Express or Diners
Card). Payment can also be made by pre-payment of a pro forma invoice
by cheque or money order.

Telephone orders are based on information given during of the call.

Before contacting Triton, please verify your requirements using
the information contained in the supplied user guide. Triton
cannot accept liability for incorrect part identification.

TRITON STANDARD GUARANTEE

With the exception of accessories, Triton guarantee the
product against all manufacturing defects for a period of

2 years (for domestic use only) from the date of purchase,
provided that it has been installed by a competent person in
full accordance with the fitting instructions.

All accessories such as shower heads, hoses and riser rails
carry a 1 year parts only guarantee against manufacturing
defects.

Any part found to be defective during this guarantee period
we undertake to repair or replace at our option without
charge so long as it has been properly maintained and
operated in accordance with the operating instructions, and
has not been subject to misuse or damage. This product
must not be taken apart, modified or repaired except by a
person authorised by Triton. This guarantee applies only to
products installed within the United Kingdom and does not
apply to products used commercially. This guarantee does
not affect your statutory rights.

What is not covered:

1. Breakdown due to: a) use other than domestic use by
you or your resident family; b) wilful act or neglect;
c) any malfunction resulting from the incorrect use or
quality of electricity, gas or water or incorrect setting
of controls; d) failure to install in accordance with this
installation guide

2. Claims for missing parts once the product has been
installed.

3. Repair costs for damage caused by foreign objects or
substances.

4. Total loss of the product due to non-availability of parts.

5. Compensation for loss of use of the product or

consequential loss of any kind.

6. Call out charges where no fault has been found with the
appliance.

7. The cost of repair or replacement of pressure relief
devices, showerheads, hoses, riser rails and/or wall
brackets, isolating switches, electrical cable, fuses and/
or circuit breakers or any other accessories installed at
the same time.

8. The cost of routine maintenance, adjustments, overhaul
modifications or loss or damage arising therefrom,
including the cost of repairing damage, breakdown,
malfunction caused by corrosion, furring,

9. Call out charges where the water supply cannot be
isolated, this includes consequential losses arising from
unserviceable supply valves.

For the latest Terms & Conditions, please see:

Triton Showers
Triton Road
Nuneaton
Warwickshire CV11 4NR

E-mail: [e-mail]

Triton is a division of Norcros Group (Holdings) Limited

www.tritonshowers.co.uk

Customer Service: 02476 378495

Fax: [phone]

www.tritonshowers.co.uk

Extended Warranty AVAILABLE NOW. Call 02476 378495 for more details.

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