Waterworks .25 Pressure Balance Control Valve Trim with Metal Cross Handle - Manual (Page 3)

Installation Guidelines
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.25 Pressure Balance Valve Trim
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Valve will not flow water
Valve leaks when shut-off.
Replace Hot and Cold washers and
inspect top surface on hot and cold
seats for damage.
Pressure balancing piston housed in
control spindle assembly is blocked
from free movement by foreign
matter.
With valve open half way, remove
temperature handle and tap
spindle with plastic hammer. If
problem is not solved, remove
spindle assembly completely and
tap handle end against a solid object
to free piston. Rinse out control
sample assembly. Soaking in house-
hold vinegar will help free foreign
matter build-up.
Hot and cold water not turned on.
service stops not opened.
Be sure both supplies are turned on
and service stops are opened.
Valve will not operate unless both
HOT and COLD water inlets have
pressure.
Hot and cold water washers are
worn, or foreign matter (solder,
chips, etc.) are between washers
and seat surfaces.
Water volume from valve is
inconsistent during operation.
Valve delivers an insufficient quantity
of Hot and Cold water.
Temperature fluctuates without
moving temperature handle.
Temperature out of valve reduces
gradually during use. Supply system is running out of hot
water.
Reduce maximum flow rate out of
valve or shower head. This will allow
longer period of use before
reduction of hot water supply.
While using a tub & shower valve
with integral diverter set for shower,
a trickle of water runs from tub
spout.
This is a design function of the valve.
Water is allowed to trickle from the
tub spout when diverter is set in
shower position; in accordance to
national standards.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
This is a design function in accordance
to national standards.
These guidelines have been prepared for the professional contractor to aid in the installation of:
.25 PRESSURE BALANCE VALVE TRIM (PTSV59 & GUSV81R) All dimensions are based on
original specification and are subject to change and variation. Please consult your Design Associate for
current specifications.
04.11.07