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

M66232 Rev. 1 . 1

	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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	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	2
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).	1
		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,	2
proceed as follows:	1
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.	3
Thoroughly rinse plastic SCREEN (4) at
base of CARTRIDGE (3).
Replace CARTRIDGE (3) until flange is
tight against valve body.	4
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.

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