Waterworks R.W. Atlas Exposed Thermostatic System with 8" Shower Rose, Extended Arm, and Metal Wheel Handles - Manual

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RW ATLAS
Exposed Thermostatic System with 8" Shower Rose
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
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These guidelines have been prepared for the professional contractor to aid in the installation of:
RW ATLAS EXPOSED THERMOSTATIC SYSTEM WITH 8" SHOWER ROSE WITH METAL WHEEL OR
LEVER HANDLE & WITH HANDSHOWER STYLE #'S RWXS21, RWXS31, RWXS41 & RWXS51
[RW21XS (UK), RW31XS (UK) RW41XS (UK) & RW51XS (UK)].
All dimensions are based on original specification and are subject to change and variation.
Please consult your Design Associate for current specifications.
Metal Wheel Handle
Style No. RWXS21
†
Metal Lever Handle
Style No. RWXS31
†
Metal Wheel Handle &
Handshower
Style No. RWXS41
†
Metal Lever Handle &
Handshower
Style No. RWXS51
†
† UK Styles supplied with 2 BSP Adapters each,
assembly required.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Connection Type:
3 /
4
" Copper Compression
Inlet Spread: 11 1 /
2
" MIN - 11 3 /
4
" MAX
Overall Height 79" (Adjustable)
Recommended Pressure: 45 psi
Restricted Maximum Flow Rate: 2.5 gpm. For use with
automatic compensating valves rated at 2.5gpm.
IMPORTANT:
¾ WARNING: This product is large and heavy and it is
strongly recommended that 2 or more persons
install this unit.
¾ To ensure this product is installed properly, you
must read and follow these guidelines.
¾ The owner/user of this product must keep this
information for future reference.
¾ This product is supplied with the Waterworks
Universal Thermostatic Valve (STYLE # GUTH37)
which features anti-scald protection. The risk of
scalding exists until the installer has properly
calibrated/adjusted the temperature setting during
final trim installation. Refer to the Installation
Guidelines of the thermostatic valve for additional
information.
¾ Be sure your installation conforms to federal state,
and local codes. In the State of Massachusetts, all
installations must comply with the rules and
regulations set forth within 248 CMR.
¾ This product must be installed by a professional
licensed contractor and must be onsite prior to
rough-in, this allows the installer to visualize the
installation.
¾ Proper blocking in the wall is required.
¾ Inspect this product to ensure you have all the parts
required for proper installation.
¾ Use only a strap wrench or protected/smooth-jaw
wrench on any finished surface.
¾ Install accessible hot and cold service stop valves to
facilitate servicing.
¾ DO NOT use putty on fittings.
¾ Note: The inlet legs are insulated to protect the user
from the extreme water temperatures.
ROUGH IN:
¾ See Figure - 01 & Figure - 02 for Steps 1-3.
¾ Determine the ideal location of the valve and inlet
legs, based on user preference. The distance from
the center of the valve to the inlet connections is
32-5/8".