Installation
Shut off the main water supply before installation.
Turn on the faucet nearby to relieve water pressure
and ensure the water supply has been completely
shut off.
a
The "Thin Wall" installation method is used when
the shower wall is less than 1/4 inches thick (such
as berglass tub surround) and will be the main
source of support for the valve. The plaster guard (G)
remains attached to the valve.
b
The "Thick Wall" installation method is used when
the shower wall is greater than 1/4 inches thick.
"Thick Walls" are usually built up with materials
such as cement board, drywall, tile, etc. The valve is
secured by straps (not included) holding the water
inlet lines to the framing members (2X4's). The
plaster guard (G) is positioned so that it is ush with
the nished wall. This ensures that the valve will be
at the correct position to accept the trim.
Note the recommended installation measurements
in positioning the valve body for shower only.
Recommended installation of the shower arm is to
a anged elbow tting (not included) attached to a
wood brace.
a
G
b
G
6
l e s s t h a n 1 / 4 "
( 6 m m )
2 - 1 / 4 " m i n .
( 5 7 m m )
3 - 1 / 2 " m a x .
( 8 9 m m )
3 / 4 "
( 1 9 m m )
m o r e t h a n 1 / 4 "
( 6 m m )
5 - 1 / 2 "
( 1 4 0 m m )