| If you have decided that you want to upgrade your
shower, for example from a 7.5 kw to an 8.5 kw unit, or indeed
an 8.5 kw to a 10.5 kw unit, you need to ensure that the power
supply to the property has sufficient spare capacity for the
shower circuit. It might be necessary to ask the electricity
company to upgrade the supply.
The cable size must also be considered, depending on the
product and site conditions. It is now recognised as good
practice to install 9.5kw and 10.5kw rated showers on a minimum
cable size of 10 mm squared.
Having established that the electrical supply is compatible
with the kilowatt of the shower unit, prior to installing
the replacement shower the water pressure must be measured.
The water supply to the property should be tested to ensure
the pressure and available flow meet the product specification.
Sometimes the water supply will not meet the requirements
of high performance models. Having identified that the water
supply is okay, the water supply should be flushed through
prior to connection with the shower (this is particularly
important when installing a new shower but is a 'belt and
braces' approach for a replacement unit). Once the shower
has been installed, all connections made to the fuse, the
isolating switch and shower terminal block should be double
checked to avoid loose connections.
The shower installation should be carried out by a suitably qualified
person and must comply with current Water Supply Bylaws and IEE wiring
regulations. All Triton showers carry an installation guide, the details
of which should be studied and followed carefully. This will be the best
chance for the installer to 'fit and forget' and for the end user to enjoy
many happy showering experiences.
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