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HANDSHOWER INSTALLATION (Mode 8971 series only)

 

 

Check with local codes, and if required, add a vacuum breaker

 

IMPORTANT

 

 

 

kit (part no. 028708) at specified height. Refer to the instal-

lation instructions supplied with the kit.

Drop ESCUTCHEON (1) through the fourth hole of the tub ledge

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(12" max from SPOUT center) with HOLDER (2) directed towards tub center. Be sure RUBBER RING (3) is properly seated in ESCUTCHEON (1). Attach RUBBER WASHER (4) and BRASS WASHER (5) from underside of ledge. Secure ESCUTCHEON (1) by tightening locknut.

Add SEAL WASHER (6) and connect HOSE (7) to outlet nipple on bottom of COUPLING (10). Tighten firmly.

Unscrew HOLDER (2) from ESCUTCHEON (1). Slip SHOWER HOSE (8) with COUPLING NUT through HOLDER (2) and ESCUTCHEON (1). Install SEALS (6) and connect both HOSES (7, 8), attach

HOLDER (2) to ESCUTCHEON (1) and connect HANDSHOWER (9).

NOTE

When not in use, HANDSHOWER should be seated

 

in the HOLDER.

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LOCKNUT

 

 

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TEST INSTALLED FAUCET

 

 

The flow rate of this Tub Filler exceeds 20 gallons/minute

 

CAUTION

 

 

 

at higher water pressure. Do not fill bathtub unattended.

 

 

 

See separate "Instruction Sheet for handle installation.

Turn VALVES (1) to "off" position.

With handles in "off" position, turn on water supplies and check all connections for leaks.

Operate both handles and flush water lines thoroughly.

Check SPOUT (2) mounting for leaks.

 

Lift HAND SHOWER (3) from holder, direct spray into tub, lift

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TRANSFER KNOB (4) to check HAND SHOWER (3) and HOSES for leaks.

Turn VALVES "off."

If spout drips, operate handles several times from OFF to ON position. Do not force - handles turn only 90$.

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Before the bathroom is completely finished, you may

 

 

 

want to remove spout, handshower, and handles.

 

 

 

 

To remove handles, see separate "Instruction Sheet."

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To remove SPOUT (1), proceed as follows:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lift TRANSFER ROD (2) and unscrew KNOB (3). (Model 3941 only).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remove PLUG BUTTON (4) and remove SET SCREW (5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

using 5mm hex wrench supplied.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lift SPOUT (1) off SHANK (6) carefully

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and remove RUBBER RING (7).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Unscrew SHANK SLEEVE (8) and lift TRANSFFER ROD (2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

from SHANK (6) (Model 3901 & 3941 only).

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Reverse sequence to re-install SPOUT (1). Be sure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RUBBER RING (7) is properly seated in its recess at the base of the SPOUT (1). Make certain SET SCREW (5) is properly aligned and tight so that SPOUT (1) is locked in place.

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SERVICE

To change direction of handle rotation,

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proceed as follows:

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Turn valve to OFF position.

Remove INSERT and HANDLE SCREW.

 

Slip HANDLE with ADAPTER off.

 

Remove SPRING CLIP (1).

 

Lift STOP WASHER (2), turn 90p and replace. Replace SPRING CLIP (1).

Replace ADAPTER, HANDLE, SCREW, and

INSERT.

Plastic SCREEN (3) in CARTRIDGE (4) may accumulate dirt causing reduced water flow. To clean, first

turn off hot and cold water supplies, then:

 

 

Remove HANDLE (see above).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Unscrew CARTRIDGE (3) with wrench.

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Thoroughly rinse plastic SCREEN (4) at

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

base of CARTRIDGE (3).

 

 

 

Replace CARTRIDGE (3) until flange is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

tight against valve body.

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Turn valves OFF.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace ADAPTER, HANDLE, SCREW,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and INSERT.

 

To replace SHOWER HOSE, proceed as follows:

Disconnect HANDSHOWER.

Unscrew HOLDER and pull SHOWER HOSE until hose coupling appears.

Prevent HOSE from slipping back (use clamp, tape, etc.) Disconnect SHOWER HOSE.

Remove HOLDER from old HOSE and slip over new

SHOWER HOSE.

Insert new SEALS and connect HOSES and HANDSHOWER. Open valves, lift transfer knob and check for leaks.

Release HOSE, screw HOLDER back to ESCUTCHEON, and seat HANDSHOWER.

HOT LINE FOR HELP

For toll-free information and answers to your questions, call:

1 (800) 442-1902

Weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST

IN CANADA 1-800-387-0369 (TORONTO 1-905-306-1093)

Weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. EST

IN MEXICO 01-800-839-12-00

Product names listed herein are trademarks of American Standard Inc . © American Standard Inc . 1999

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American Standard 8971 Series, 8970 Series installation instructions Test Installed Faucet,  Service, Insert, Shower Hose

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