3.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Avon 21 Self-closing taps (Push button) B0992AA Self-closing basin pillar tap

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1 Avon 21 Self-closing taps (Push button) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS B0992AA Self-closing basin pillar tap The more stars the more water efficient WATER RATING litres per minute In accordance with AS/NZS 6400 Licence No Armitage Shanks Limited WaterMark AS/NZS 3718 WMK SAI Global B0990AA & B1055AA Self-closing bib tap (wall mount) IMPORTANT BEFORE CONNECTION, FLUSH WATER THROUGH PIPEWORK TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS ETC. WHICH COULD DAMAGE THE VALVE MECHANISM INSTALLER: After installation please pass this instruction booklet to user

2 TABLE OF CONTENT 1 PRODUCT BOX CONTENTS DIMENSIONS WATER SUPPLY CONDITIONS NATIONAL PLUMBING & DRAINAGE CODE WATER SUPPLY CONTROLLING DEVICES (EXTERNAL) INSTALLATION GUIDE B0992AA B0990AA & B1055AA TAP OPERATION OUTLET DETAILS RUN TIME ADJUSTMENT MAINTANANCE (CLEARING PILOT HOLE) CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT SPARE PARTS B09992AA B0990AA & B1055AA CLEANING CHROME SURFACES AVON 21 PRODUCTS...15 Avon 21 Self-closing taps These Avon 21 products are self-closing taps designed for water economy. These products are fitted with simple press down handles for easy actuation. The run-time until automatic shut off is adjustable. These products are fitted with anti-vandal outlets. These products are designed to be supplied with either premixed warm or cold water. B0992AA Basin pillar tap B0990AA Wall mounted bib tap B1055AA Wall mounted bib tap with handle marked warm 2

3 1 PRODUCT BOX CONTENTS B0990AA Self-closing bib tap B0992AA Self-closing pillar tap Index pin set: red, yellow & blue B1055AA Self-closing bib tap with handle marked warm Basin seal moulding G1/2 Back-nut ALL PRODUCTS Shown above are supplied with these tools: Run time adjustment key Outlet key 1x 2.5mm hexagonal key Note for B0992AA: Installer should fit the most suitable colour of index pin into the handle of the basin pillar tap. Blue for cold water & either red or yellow for warm water. 3

4 2 DIMENSIONS B0992AA Self-closing basin pillar tap max G1/ Sw24 20 (36 A/F) 159 B0990AA & B1055AA Self-closing bib taps 31 Ø40 THREAD G1/2 FEMALE Ø

5 3 WATER SUPPLY CONDITIONS P KPa 10 MAX Recommended 500 T C MAX Recommended These products are designed to be supplied with either premixed warm or cold water. Avoid supplying scalding water to the HOT tap. Hot water temperature supply should be controlled to circa 40 C. In order to maintain water quality, the hot supply should be stored & distributed at a temperature greater than 55 C. Use of an appropriate temperature reduction device (i.e. tee pattern thermostat) is recommended to ensure delivery of safe hot water temperatures from the hot tap Supply pressures: The recommended working pressure for self-closing taps is 100 to 500 KPa. Exceeding this pressure will adversely affect the operation of the taps. This adverse effect can be overcome by using PRV to reduce the pressure accordingly. 4 NATIONAL PLUMBING & DRAINAGE CODE The products covered by this installation and maintenance instruction must be installed in accordance with the provisions of AS/NZS 3500 & any relevant local regulations. Installations not complying with AS/NZS 3500 may void the product performance & warranty.armitage Shanks strongly recommends that this product is fitted by a professional installer. 4.1 Water supply controlling devices (external) Pressure & temperature ranges of the incoming water supplies should comply with the limits specified above. NOTE: Maximum recommended static pressure in AS is 500 Kpa. To avoid exceeding this pressure, install a suitable pressure reducing valve - PRV (or pressure limiting valve - PLV) on both hot & cold incoming water supply systems. A suitable location for a PRV on the hot supply may be on the cold inlet to the heating appliance. Similarly, if the water supply temperature ranges do not conform as above, then suitable temperature controlling devices should be installed to achieve this. 5

6 5 INSTALLATION GUIDE 5.1 B0992AA Red, blue & yellow index pins are supplied in a bag. The appropriate coloured pin should be pressed in the handle Before connection, flush water through pipe-work to remove all debris etc.to prevent damage to the valve mechanism. THEN ISOLATE WATER SUPPLIES Offer tap tail into basin hole, ensuring seal is in place & orientated as shown. If taps are fitted in pairs, HOT tap should be fitted on left hand side of the basin (viewed from front). 3. Hand tighten the back-nut, ensure the tap spout is positioned correctly, and then tighten the back-nut securely with a tap wrench (24mm A/F). Remember to fit isolating valves* Use a suitable swivel connector or compression fitting onto the end of the G1/2 tap tail. Secure water supply pipe to the tail. RESTORE WATER SUPPLIES & CHECK ALL JOINTS FOR LEAKS *Isolation valves should be fitted to permit future maintenance of this product. The cartridge mechanism includes a strainer. DO NOT apply heat near this product. Heat generated by soldering could damage plastic parts and seals. 6

7 5.2 B0990AA & B1055AA 1. Before connection, flush water through pipe-work to remove all debris etc.to prevent damage to the valve mechanism. THEN ISOLATE WATERSUPPLIES. 1 Remember to fit isolating valves*. PREPARATION These bib tap products require a G1/2 male threaded water supply nipple to be preinstalled in the wall (or mounting surface). The nipples should project forward about 15mm from the finished wall surface. INSTALLATION HEIGHT: The bib tap should be installed directly over a basin or similar vessel. Installations vary significantly; consideration should be given to the overall aesthetical appearance.greater height may cause users to splash water outside the basin whereas lower height may reduce activity space. If bib taps are fitted in pairs, HOT bib tap should be fitted on left hand side of the basin (viewed from front). 2. Apply suitable approved jointing medium to the nipple in the wall. 3. Hand tighten the bib tap onto the nipple, ensuring the outlet is positioned correctly downwards when the bib touches the wall. It may be necessary to adjust the jointing compound to achieve the correct orientation of the outlet. In the worst case, fit a thin rubber washer between the wall & the bib tap. The remaining gap should be neatly filled with appropriate silicon sealant RESTORE WATER SUPPLIES & CHECK ALL JOINTS FOR LEAKS *Isolation valves should be fitted to permit future maintenance of this product. The cartridge mechanism includes a strainer. DO NOT apply heat near this product. Heat generated by soldering could damage plastic parts and seals. 7

8 6 TAP OPERATION B0992AA. To operate this product, simply press the handle downwards & then release. Water will flow for the pre-set time (adjustable in seconds) & then the tap will self -close. B0990AA & B1055AA press handle horizontally. 7 OUTLET DETAILS These products are factory fitted with a laminar PCA regulated outlet which is secured with an anti-vandal (AV) housing Table 3 shows the flow rate performance for the flow regulator outlet Q 300KPa 3,8 L/min Table 3 Flow rate data (Q=flow rate) To replace/clean/service the outlet, use the outlet key supplied with the product to unscrew the AV housing. 1. Using the side of the key marked junior locate the key into the inner ring of the housing. 2. Unscrew housing. Change the outlet & re-secure the housing with the key, ensuring the seal is in place. Ensure the outlet housing is adequately tightened to prevent leaks & run back

9 8 RUN TIME ADJUSTMENT 1 4 These are water saving products & are supplied set with a short run time. A run time of typically 5 to 15 seconds will suit most applications. The run time can be adjusted as detailed below; first the handle must be removed. 1 1 & 2 Handle removal To remove the handle (B0992AA) prise out the small grommet located at the rear of the handle. (B0990AA & B1055AA on side of handle). Insert the 2.5mm hexagon key (supplied) into 2,5 2 the hole & undo the grub screw a few turns. The handle should pull away from the tap body. 3. Adjustment B0992AA: With the handle removed, engage the run time adjustment key (provided) into the cut-outs in the brass adjusting 3 ring. B0990AA & B1055AA: The adjusting ring can be turned with a small flat blade screw driver, key is not required. + - Clockwise rotation will provide longer run time, & conversely anti-clockwise rotation will provide shorter run time. (Cartridge not shown for clarity) Check run time Replace the handle temporarily & press it to check the run time. If the run time is satisfactory secure the handle (reverse sequence above). Otherwise remove the handle & make further adjustments. 9

10 9 MAINTANANCE (CLEARING PILOT HOLE) In the event that the tap begins to run continuously, it will be necessary to manually clear the pilot hole inside the cartridge. Handle removal: Firstly remove the handle as detailed in section 8. ENSURE WATER SUPPLIES HAVE BEEN ISOLATED. Remove the cartridge from the tap body as detailed in section 10. Complete cartridge sub assembly Filter screen Gently pull off lower cartridge cap Press the spring a few times with a finger. This will exercise the pilot pin (integral to spring) and clear the pilot hole. Before reassembling the cartridge cap, make sure that the filter screen is clean (slides out from inside of cap). When reassembling, take care to ensure the spring is straight & locates correctly into the boss at the bottom of the cap moulding. Finally refit the cartridge into the tap, reset the run-time & fit the handle 10

11 10 CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT Before replacing the cartridge make sure: 1.The cartridge filter is not blocked with debris. If debris is found, clean the filter. 2. Check the pilot hole in the cartridge is clear. For more details see section 9. After cleaning, refit the cartridge & recheck the product. 3. Handle removal: Firstly remove the handle as detailed in section 8. ENSURE WATER SUPPLIES HAVE BEEN ISOLATED. 4. With the handle removed, use a 40mm A/F spanner to unscrew the chrome shroud. Lift off the chrome shroud complete with brass adjusting ring. 15Nm 5. Using a 22mm A/F spanner unscrew the cartridge & remove form the tap body Nm Fit a new cartridge; replace the chrome shroud with adjusting ring. Adjust the run time as detailed in section 8. Finally refit the handle. TAKE CARE NOT TO DAMAGE CHROMED SURFACES. 11

12 11 SPARE PARTS 11.1 B09992AA A NU (3x Set) A AA B AA with adjustment key S AA B AA B AA with AV key B NU 12

13 11.2 B0990AA & B1055AA B0990AA: E AA B NU B0155AA: A861038AA B AA S AA A AA with AV key 13

14 12 CLEANING CHROME SURFACES When cleaning chromed products use only a mild detergent, rinse & wipe dry with a soft cloth. Ideally clean after each use to maintain appearance. Never use abrasive, scouring powders or scrapers. Never use cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, hydrochloric acid, sulphuric acid, nitric acid, phosphoric acid or organic solvents. Use of incorrect cleaning products / methods may result in chrome damage which is not covered by the manufacturer s guarantee. Outlet cleaning. On a regular basis the outlet should be inspected & cleaned. To unscrew and remove the outlet, see section 7. In areas where lime scale build-up is prevalent this should be avoided by regular cleaning. If it should build up, it will have to be removed. An inhibited proprietary scale solvent can be used such as a kettle de-scaling solvent but it is important to follow the manufacturer s guidelines. After de-scaling it is important to rinse the parts thoroughly in clean water. Clean carefully and do not use abrasive materials or scrapers. 14

15 13 AVON 21 PRODUCTS Other self-closing products within the Avon 21 range: B0993AA Basin mixer with flexible inlet hoses B0994AA Built in shower mixer B0995AA Built in shower non-mixing 15

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17 5YEAR QUALITY GUARANTEE REECE PRODUCT QUALITY GUARANTEE You have purchased a product from Reece Australia Pty Ltd ABN ( Reece ). This product is covered by a 5 year replacement product warranty and a 12 month warranty over spare parts and labour. 5 YEAR PRODUCT WARRANTY This warranty covers faults in the construction, material and assembly of finished products. Products which are within 5 years from the date of purchase, found upon inspection by an authorised Reece representative to be defective in construction, material or assembly, will be repaired or exchanged with an equivalent product free of charge. Replaced items become Reece s property. This warranty also covers any spare parts included under Manufacturer s Provisions below. Manufacturer s Provisions The following spare parts are covered by a 10 year warranty: Mixer Cartridge ONE YEAR SPARE PARTS WARRANTY Spare parts other than those listed in the Manufacturer s Provisions above which are within 1 year from the date of purchase found upon inspection by an authorised Reece representative to be defective in construction, material or assembly will be replaced free of charge. Replaced items become Reece s property. AVAILABILITY OF REPLACEMENT PRODUCTS AND SPARE PARTS All replacement products and spare parts will be available for collection without charge to the customer at the nearest Reece branch to the customer s location, or elsewhere as agreed between the customer and Reece. LABOUR The labour for the replacement of products that are within one year from the date of purchase found upon inspection by an authorised Reece representative to be defective in construction, material or assembly, and in relation to all spare parts to which this warranty applies, will be supplied by Reece or the relevant supplier using licensed plumbers engaged by Reece or the relevant supplier WARRANTY CONDITIONS This warranty will apply only under all of the following conditions: The item has been installed by a licensed plumber Failure is due to a fault in the manufacture of the product Proof of purchase (including the date of purchase) is provided The installation of the product is in accordance with the instructions provided The product has been installed in valid applications as stated in accordance with the recommended use This warranty does not cover products purchased as an ex-display without being fully checked and tested for sale by the manufacturer. This warranty does not include faults caused by: Unsuitable or improper use Incorrect installation or installation not in accordance with the instructions provided Installation or part installation by any person other than a LICENSED PLUMBER who is suitably qualified to install the product, or a Licensed Electrician where applicable. Normal wear and tear Inadequate or complete lack of maintenance Chemical, electrochemical or electrical influences Harsh detergents or abrasive cleaners used on product finishes EXCLUSIONS To the fullest extent permitted by law, Reece excludes all liability for damage or injury to any person, damage to any property, and any indirect consequential or other loss or damage. CLAIM PROCEDURE For all warranty queries customers are to contact the branch where the product was purchased. These details can be found on your purchase invoice. General contact details for Reece are as follows: Reece Australia Pty Ltd 118 Burwood Hwy Burwood VIC admin@reece.com.au The benefits given by this warranty are in addition to the other rights and remedies that consumers may have under the Australian Consumer Law and any other applicable laws. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. Don t risk it, use a licensed plumber. TAP-ARMITAGE-5