'PUSH CONTROL' CONCEALED THERMOSTATIC

SHOWER VALVES (1, 2 & 3 Outlet Models)

PRODUCT SHOWN WILL VARY
DEPENDING ON MODEL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
(Please leave this installation & user guide with the end user)

This installation guide is for all the 'Push Control' Thermostatic shower valves. It covers the
installation and operation of the Shower Valves.
All 'Push Control' concealed models are thermostatically controlled using a Valquest patented
cartridge. They have been designed to provide a flow of water at a safe temperature when installed
as described in this manual. The valves are suitable for use on pressure from as low as 1 bar.
To activate the shower, a simple press of the Push Button Flow Control (PBFC) starts or stops the
flow of water from the shower outlet.
Depending on your chosen model, the PBFC's work independently of each other. So, if your chosen
model has multi PBFC's, they can be used individually, or you can enjoy up to two shower outlets
together (dependant upon on your water pressure - see flow rate data).
The valves are also suitable, without modification, for all types of installation, including pumped,
gravity systems, mains pressure and combination boilers.

SAFETY
We recommend that this product is fitted by a fully qualified installer. The installation must comply
with all current water regulations. Please note: This valve MUST be commissioned during installation
to suit site conditions. In order for this product to operate as designed it must be installed and
commissioned as stated in this manual.
 COMPONENTS LIST - 1 OUTLET MODEL:

THERMOSTATIC CONTROL HANDLE

BUSH SCREW
BUSH
CONCEALING PLATE
PUSH BUTTON FLOW CONTROL

THERMOSTATIC CARTRIDGE LOCK NUT

CHROME COLLAR & GUIDE

SLEEVE
PUSH BUTTON GUIDE SLEEVE
CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLY
BUSH SCREW

PUSH BUTTON HANDLE BUSH VALQUEST THERMOSTATIC VALVE

PUSH BUTTON CARTRIDGE LOCK NUT

PUSH BUTTON CARTRIDGE

MAIN SHOWER VALVE BODY

FIXING LUGS

KEY DIMENSIONS:
2

96
68.5
22

177 66

80
22.5

45
80

22.5
45
215
2.
COMPONENTS LIST 2 OULET MODEL:
THERMOSTATIC CONTROL HANDLE

BUSH SCREW
BUSH

CONCEALING PLATE

PUSH BUTTON FLOW CONTROL x2

THERMOSTATIC CARTRIDGE LOCK NUT

CHROME COLLAR & GUIDE

SLEEVE

CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLY

PUSH BUTTON GUIDE SLEEVE
VALQUEST THERMOSTATIC VALVE
BUSH SCREW

PUSH BUTTON HANDLE BUSH

PUSH BUTTON CARTRIDGE LOCK NUT

MAIN SHOWER VALVE BODY

PUSH BUTTON CARTRIDGE FIXING LUGS

KEY DIMENSIONS:
2

96
68.5
29.8

22

207 65.8

45 80
22.5

45

80

22.5
45

260
3.
 COMPONENTS LIST - 3 OULET MODEL:
THERMOSTATIC CONTROL HANDLE

BUSH SCREW
BUSH
CONCEALING PLATE

PUSH BUTTON FLOW

CONTROL x3

THERMOSTATIC CARTRIDGE LOCK NUT

CHROME COLLAR & GUIDE

SLEEVE

CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLY

VALQUEST THERMOSTATIC VALVE

PUSH BUTTON GUIDE SLEEVE

BUSH SCREW

PUSH BUTTON HANDLE BUSH

MAIN SHOWER VALVE BODY
PUSH BUTTON CARTRIDGE LOCK NUT
FIXING LUGS

PUSH BUTTON CARTRIDGE

KEY DIMENSIONS:
2

96
68.5
29.8

22

267 66

45 45 80
22.5
80

22.5

305
4.
 TECHNICAL DATA
Min operating pressure: 1 bar
Max operating Pressure: 5 bar
Factory Outlet Temperature Setting: 43°c
Minimum Temperature Differential (Mixed water to hot water): 10°C Temperature Stability: ±2°C

FLOW RATE DATA

1 OUTLET MODEL BAR 1 2 3 4 5
Ltr/min 11.1 16.1 19.7 22.8 25.2

2 OUTLET MODEL BAR 1 2 3 4 5

1 OUTLET Ltr/min 8.9 13.6 16.7 19.4 21.7
2 OUTLET COMBINED Ltr/min 12.4 19.7 24.9 29.0 32.6

3 OUTLET MODEL BAR 1 2 3 4 5

1 OUTLET Ltr/min 8.1 12.6 15.6 18.0 20.2
2 OUTLET COMBINED Ltr/min 12.0 19.5 24.5 28.5 32.0
3 OUTLET COMBINED Ltr/min 13.8 21.8 28.0 32.9 37.0

OPERATION
To activate the shower, a simple press of the PBFC starts or stops the flow of water from the
shower outlet. To control the temperature, turn the temperature control handle clockwise to
reduce the water temperature, and turn anti-clockwise to increase the water temperature.
INSTALLATION
ALL VALVES:
The hot inlet of the valve must always be connected to the hot pipework. The hot inlet of the valve
is clearly marked. Failure to follow this instruction will mean the valve will not operate correctly.

CARTRIDGE REVERSAL:
Please note that the pipework on site should be plumbed with the hot on the left and the cold on
the right as you look at it. If this is not the case, instead of turning the valve body around to match
the pipework, the cartridge can be taken out of the valve body, turned 180° and placed back in the
valve body.
The Hot & Cold inlets will now match the incoming water.

When removing the cartridge, please undo the retaining nut and then pull gently on the cartridge.
There may be some residual water behind the cartridge. Remove the cartridge from the valve body
and turn it 180° so that the positional lug on the cartridge lines up with the slot in the valve body.
Push the cartridge into the valve body making sure the lug is in the slot. Replace the retaining nut
being careful not to over tighten.

CARTRIDGE
POSITIONAL LUG

5.
 NB There is some in-wall depth adjustment on this shower valve to assist with installation.
This needs to be planned before installation commences. See basic valve dimensions for guidance.

1. Remove the chrome collar and guide sleeve from the shower valve body, and leave to one side
in a safe place.

2. You must install accessible isolation valves in the HOT & COLD water supply lines for servicing
purposes.

3. The plumbing connections on the inlets & outlet are all ½” BSP female threads.

4. Determine the fixing position and make a suitable recess in the wall to house the valve body.
NB This space should leave enough access to be able to service the valve body and all it's
connection points after the concealing plate is removed.

5. Secure the shower valve body in position to a suitable fixing point, using the fixing lugs that are
cast into the base of the body.

6. Now the shower valve body is securely mounted in the wall recess, make sure the pipe work is
thoroughly flushed through to remove any debris from the system before connecting the water
supplies to the valve body. NB Failure to do this could invalidate the guarantee.

7. The plumbing connections should then be made to the HOT & COLD water inlets (which are
clearly marked). If for some reason the pipe work feeds on site are the wrong way around, the
cartridge can be taken out of the valve body, turned 180° and placed back in the valve body.
See cartridge reversal instruction for guidance on this.

8. Make the plumbing connection(s) to the water outlet. This will take the water to the chosen
auxiliary product (shower kit) you have selected to run with this shower.

9. Turn on the water supply and check for leaks.

10. Check the maximum water temperature from the terminal fitting with a thermometer.
The recommended maximum terminal outlet temperature is 43°C.

11. The valve can now be commissioned.

12. Re-fit the chrome collar & guide sleeve to the valve body.

13. Remove the push button guide sleeve from the back of the concealing plate and securely screw
this onto the push button cartridge lock nut.

14. Push the concealing plate over the controls, applying a small bead of silicone behind the
concealing plate to create a water tight seal so that water cannot ingress into the wall cavity.

15. Fit the push button flow control over the push button handle bush and press into position
making sure it goes over the two "O" rings for a snug fit.

16. Fit the thermostatic control handle.

17. Your shower valve is now ready for use.

6.
 TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
1. Remove the handle on the thermostat control. The method will differ depending on the handle
type. The spline/Brass stop Ring will now be exposed.
2. If a Brass Stop Ring is in place, please remove it. Press one of the push button flow controls to
activate the flow.
3. If the shower is too cold then turn the spline anti-clockwise. If the shower is too hot then turn the
spline clockwise. Let the water temperature stabilise after every adjustment.
We recommend a max temperature of 43°C.
4. When the temperature is correct, press the push button flow control again to stop the water
flow. Do not move the spline again until after the handle is secured in place. The max
temperature is now set and any movement of the spline will alter the temperature.
5. The handle can now be put back in place. When the handle is being placed over the spline, please
ensure that the handle Stop Lug is against the cartridge Stop Lug preventing the handle from
being turned any further anti clockwise. This prevents the shower valve from reaching a
temperature that is higher than the set point.
Depending on your handle type the temperature will be limited by a handle with an in build stop
lug or by a separate Brass Stop Ring. Please see the diagrams below.
6. The handle can now be fixed in place. The shower should have a safe maximum showering
temperature.

CARTRIDGE STOP LUG

THE HANDLE STOP LUG SHOULD BE AGAINST THIS
FACE AT THE MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE SETTING.
THIS STOPS FURTHER ANTI-CLOCKWISE MOVEMENT

SPLINE

BRASS STOP RING

SOME HANDLE TYPES HAVE A BRASS STOP RING
WHICH IS PLACED OVER THE SPLINE AND LIMITS
THE ANTI-CLOCKWISE MOVEMENT OF THE HANDLE

STOP LUG

AFTERCARE
· When cleaning the valve please do not use a substance that could possibly damage the surface finish.
We recommend that soapy water with a mild detergent is used.

· Please take care not to damage the surface finish of the valve. The finish is polished chrome and can
be easily marked.
7.
 DIAGNOSTICS
SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION REQUIRED
1.1 Temperature set point incorrectly
1.1.1 Please see temperature adjustment section.
commissioned.
1.2.1 Please see temperature adjustment section.
1. The showering water temperature is 1.2 Not enough cold water getting to
1.2.2 Check for blockage in supply pipes.
too hot. the valve.
1.2.3 Check for blockage in check valve filters.
1.3 Ambient cold water temperature 1.3.1 Re position the temperature control handle - see
has increased. temperature adjustment section.

2.1 Temperature set point incorrectly

2.1.1 Please see temperature adjustment section.
commissioned.
2.2.1 Please see temperature adjustment section.
2.2 Not enough hot water getting to
the valve. 2.2.2 Check for blockage in supply pipes .
2.2.3 Check for blockage in check valve filters.
2.3 Ambient cold water temperature 2.3.1 Re position the temperature control handle - see
has decreased. temperature adjustment section.
2. The showering water temperature is
too cold. 2.4 Operating conditions are
2.4.1. See Technical data for correct operating pressures.
incorrect.
2.5.1 Check that the hot water temperature at a basin tap is
acceptable, which should be around 55-60 degrees. If it
2.5 Hot water supply temperature isn’t, make sure the heating appliance is adjusted to
not hot enough. increase the hot supply temperature.
2.5.2 Make sure the heating appliance has sufficient hot
water storage capacity.

3.1 Hot and cold water supplies are

3. Water is not mixing correctly, or 3.1.1 Remove the Valquest thermostatic cartridge, turn 180
plumbed to the wrong side of the
shower temperature is varying. degrees and replace.
valve body.

4.1.1 Check & clean any filters as necessary.

4.1.2 Supply pipework may be blocked. Consult a qualified
4.1 Possible blockage in the system. installer.
4.1.3 Make sure any in line service isolator valves are in the
fully open position.
4.2 Operating conditions are
4.2.1 See Technical data for correct operating pressures.
incorrect.
4.3 Valve is obstructed by debris. 4.3.1 Clean check valves.
4. Low or no water flow from shower 4.4 Valve anti-scald has activated due 4.4.1 See Technical data for correct operating pressures
(single and multi-outlet showers). to operating conditions. and inlet water supply temperatures.
4.5.1 Check other water outlets elsewhere in the house,
4.5 Water supplies have been cut off.
and contact water authority if necessary.
4.6 Shower outlet may be blocked
4.6.1 Clean the shower outlet.
(handset, shower head etc).
4.7.1 Make sure your system is capable of delivering the
4.7 Multiple shower outlets are not required volume of water.
getting enough water. 4.7.2 Make sure any in line service isolator valves are in the
fully open position.

5.1.1 Remove the shower head / handset from its’ feed to

see if any water is dripping from the flexible hose or
5.1 Check that the leak is from the
5. Leak when shower valve in “off” shower arm. If this is not leaking you are experiencing
shower valve and not residual of
position. residual water in the shower fitting which is not a fault.
water in the shower head / handset.
5.1.2 If the leak is from the shower valve, a new flow
control cartridge is required.

6.1.1 Check & clean any filters as necessary.

6.1.2 Make sure any in line service isolator valves are in the
6.1 Possible blockage in the system. fully open position.
6.1.3 Supply pipework may be blocked. Consult a qualified
6. Fluctuating flow rate. installer.
6.2 Operating conditions are
6.2.1 See Technical data for correct operating pressures.
incorrect.
6.3 Dynamic inlet pressures are not
6.3.1 Consult a qualified installer.
balanced.

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