brondell Swash 450 High-tech Toilet Seat Owner’s Manual

: June 13, 2024
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Table of Contents

brondell Swash 450 High-tech Toilet Seat
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Important Safeguards
Specifications
Before Installation
Installation
Troubleshooting
Operation
Maintenance
Warranty
References
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brondell Swash 450 High-tech Toilet Seat

Product Information

Product Name: Swash450/550
Product Type : High-tech toilet seat
Model Variants:
- Round: S450-RW/RB, S550-RW/RB
- Elongated: S450-EW/EB, S550-EW/EB
Specifications :
- Rated Power Source : AC120V, 60Hz
- Rated Power Consumption : 1.5kWh
- Seat Temperature : OFF (room temperature), LOW (36°C / 97°F), MED (38°C / 100°F), HIGH (40°C / 104°F)
- Seat & Lid: Soft Closing
- Maximum Spray Volume: 0.72 liter/min (0.2 gal/min)
- Water Temperature : OFF (room temperature), LOW (36°C / 97°F), MED (38°C / 100°F), HIGH (40°C / 104°F)
- Dryer Temperature: LOW/MED/HIGH (available in Swash550)
- Electrical Safety Protection: 15mA-GFI
- Power Cord Length: 1.2m (4ft)
- Product Dimensions:
- Round: 17.1W x 19L x 6.0H inches
- Elongated: 17.1W x 20L x 6.0H inches
- Product Weight:
- Round: 3.8kg (14.8lbs)
- Elongated: 3.9kg (15.4lbs)

Product Usage Instructions

Before Installation:
- Tools Needed:
- Flathead screwdriver
- Universal Wrench (included)
- Phillips screwdriver
- Measuring tape
- Note: The included Universal Wrench will work for most applications. Depending on your toilet configuration, an adjustable wrench may also be needed.
- Alternate Mounting Hardware: Some toilets may not provide adequate access to the seat mounting holes, preventing proper installation of the Standard Mounting Hardware. In this case, you will need to use the Alternate Mounting Hardware and follow the enclosed instructions.
- Check Water Supply Line: Check the line that connects the toilet tank to the water shut-off valve. If it is a rigid pipe, you may need to purchase a flexible hose to replace it before installing the Swash450/550. The length of the hose and the size of the connectors will vary.
Installation :
Remove Toilet Seat:
Lift the hinges covers and use a screwdriver to remove the mounting bolts.
Remove the toilet seat. (Steps may vary by type of seat.)
Turn Water Off and Flush Toilet:

  * You may wish to place a container under the tank to catch any leaking that could occur during installation.
  * Turn water valve off completely.
  * Flush the toilet to empty the tank.
  * Disconnect water supply line from toilet tank.
  *  **IMPORTANT:** Do not continue without completing these steps! Failure to do so could result in flooding, leaking, or damage to the Swash450/550.
3.  **Install Mounting Plate:**

NOTE: The following instructions are for standard Mounting Hardware.

NEVER PLUG IN THE PRODUCT BEFORE IT IS COMPLETELY INSTALLED

Important Safeguards

For safety reasons, please read this entire manual before use.
CAUTION

Danger – Possibility of Electric Shock!
Use the correct voltage according to the Specifications and connect to a three prong GFI grounded outlet. ****
Do not use harsh brushes or abrasive detergents to clean the Swash 450 / 550. Use only mild soap and a soft cloth for cleaning.
Please use caution and avoid spraying water directly on the Swash 450 /550 or power cord. This could result in electric shock or fire.
Do not disassemble or modify the Swash 450 / 550. Only an authorized service representative should perform repairs.

Specifications

Model : S450-RW / RB S550-RW / RB
- S450-EW / EB S550-EW / EB
Rated Power Source : AC 120V 60Hz 1400W
Tap Water Pressure: 0.5-7.5 kgf/cm (7 – 106 psi)
Rated Power Consumption : 1.5 kwh
Seat Temperature: OFF: room temperature LOW: 36 C (97 F) MED: 38 C (100 F) HIGH: 40 C (104 F)
Seat & Lid: Soft Closing
Maximum Spray Volume: 0.72 liter / min (0.2 gal / min)
Water Temperature : OFF: room temperature LOW: 36 C (97 F) MED: 38 C (100 F) HIGH: 40 C (104 F)
Dryer Temperature : LOW / MED / HIGH (available in Swash 550)
Electrical Safety Protection: 15 mA – GFI
Power Cord Length: 1.2 m (4 ft)
Product Dimensions:
- 17.1″W x 19″L x 6.0″ H
- 433mm W x 483mm L x 153mm H
- 17.1″W x 20″L x 6.0″H
- 433mm W x 511mm L x 153mm H
Product Weight:
- 3.8 kg (14.8 lbs)
- 3.9kg (15.4 lbs)

Parts & Configuration

Typical install time: 30-60 minutes

Before Installation

Tools Needed

Flat head screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Univeral Wrench (included)
Measuring tape

NOTE: The included Universal Wrench will work for most applications. Depending on your toilet configuration, an adjustable wrench may also be needed.

Alternate Mounting Hardware

Some toilets may not provide adequate access to the seat mounting holes preventing proper installation of the Standar d M ounting Hardware.
In this case, you will need t o use the Alternate Mounting Hardware and follow the enclosed instructions.

Check Water Supply Line
Check the line that connects the toilet tank to the water shut off valve. If it is a rigid pipe, you may need to purchase a flexible hose to replace it before installing the Swash 450 / 550. The length of the hose and the size of the connectors will vary.

Installation

Please read these instructions carefully before installing the Swash 450 / 550. Failure to do so could result in flooding, leaking, or damage to the product.

Remove Toilet Seat
Lift hinge covers and use a screwdriver to remove the mounting bolts.
Remove the toilet seat.
Steps may vary by type of seat.
Turn Water Off and Flush Toilet
You may wish to place a container under the tan k to catch any leaking that could occur during installation.
Turn water valve off completely.
Flush the toilet to empty the tank.
Disconnect water supply line from toilet tank.
IMPORTANT: Do not continue without completing these steps! Failure to do so could result in flooding, leaking, or damage to the Swash 450 / 550.
Install Mounting Plate
NOTE: The following instructions are for standard Mounting Hardware. Refer to separate instructions for Alternate Mounting Hardware.
Place Mounting Plate over mounting holes, flat side down, curve toward the back of toilet.
Insert bolts through the Mounting Plate and loosely tighten the wingnuts. Make sure the crush washer is positioned with the tapered end up (see graphic).
Adjust mounting plate so length (L) between the front of the toilet bowl and the back of the mounting plate is as follows:

  *  **Round (S450 / S550 – RW or RB):** L = 18 1/4” (465 mm)
  *  **Elongated (S450 / S550 – EW or EB):** L = 20 1/2” (495 mm)
4. Tighten Mounting Bolts with screwdriver until the mounting plate is securely fastened to the toilet.

Connect T-Valve and Hoses
If your water supply line is rigid, you may need to replace it before continuing. See page 2 for further details.
Install the T-Valve between the water supply line & the toilet tank.
Place the Swash 450 / 550 on or beside the toilet and connect the Bidet Hose to the Swash 450 / 550.
IMPORTANT! Use wrench to tighten all connections before continuing. Failure to do so could result in flooding, leaking, or damage to the Swash 450 / 550.
Attach the Swash 450 / 550
- Slide the Swash 450 / 550 onto the mounting plate.
- You will hear a “click” indicating the seat has been properly attached.
- To release the Swash 450 / 550: push the button located on the right hand corner of the seat and gently pull.
Turn On Water and Connect Power
Turn the water valve back on slowly. Ensure the connections are not leaking before continuing.
Make sure hands are dry.

  * Insert the power plug into a grounded GFI outlet. The blue power LED will illuminate.

Filling the Reservoir
- Sit on the Swash 450 / 550 to activate the seat switch. Press one of the wash functions on the control. The reservoir will begin to fill. It will take between 20 and 40 seconds for the reservoir to fill completely.
- When the reservoir is full, the wash wand will extend and begin to spray. Push STOP to cancel the wash function.
- Your Swash is now ready for use!

Troubleshooting

| Issue| Possible Causes| Solution
---|---|---|---
1| Low water flow or pressure|

Clogged filter
Twisted hose
Household water pressure low

|

Clean filter
Straighten the hose
Increase water pressure to the Swash

2| Nozzles do not function properly|

Nozzles are dirty
Clogged filter
Water pressure is too low

|

Clean the nozzles
Clean the filters
Adjust water pressure

User not properly seated
Seat Switch not contacting toilet fixture correctly

|

Adjust your sitting position
Make sure seat switch is contacti toilet bowl (switch is in seat foot)

5| Product shuts off during use|

Washing time exceeded 5 minutes
Power failure

|

Repeat Cleaning function
Check power and/or unplug the cord to reset

Operation

Some features of the Swash 450 / 550 are designed to function only when seat is occupied. Getting Started

Press FRONT or BACK button to fill the bidet tank.
Wait a few minutes to allow the seat & bidet water to warm.

Using the Swash 450 / 550

Warm Water Washing:
- Sit on the seat and press the FRONT or BACK button to begin water flow. Press the STOP button to discontinue the water flow.
Water Flow/Pressure Adjustment:
- While seated, you may adjust the water pressure by pressing the FRONT or BACK button repeatedly until the desired pressure is reached.
- Ther e are five levels of water pressure.
- Pulsating Water Mode: (water pressure level must be at 3 or above)
- To change to pulsating mode, press and hold the FRONT or BACK button for over 3 seconds. To deactivate and return to normal washing mode, repeat the above step.
Warm Air Dryer (available in S550):
Press the WARM AIR button to start the dryer. Press STOP to stop the dryer.

Adjusting Seat, Water, and Dryer Temperature

Adjusting Seat Temperature
Press SEAT TEMP button to adjust temperature. Repeat until desired level is achieved. There are four temperature levels: low>medium>high>off . No LED light up when seat heating is off. Each LED display represents one level increase.
Adjusting Water Temperature
Press WATER TEMP button to adjust temperature. Repeat until desired level is achieved. There are four temperature levels: low>medium>high>off No LED light up when water heating is off. Each LED light display represents one level increase.
Adjusting Warm Air Dryer Temperature (available in S550)
While seated, press WARM AIR button to adjust temperature. Repeat until desired level is achieved. There are three temperature levels: low>medium>high Each LED light display represents one level increase.
NOTE: Temperature settings are stored in memory according to last settings

Power Save Mode
You can turn off the seat and water warming features temporarily (between 2 – 10 hours) by initiating Powersave in the Swash 450 / 550. For longer periods of non-use, unplug the Swash 450/550 to conserve energy.

Setting Powersave Start and End Times

Press the POWERSAVE button on the remote control for over 3 seconds. This will activate SETTING MODE and POWER LED will begin flashing.
While in SETTING MODE, press the POWERSAVE button through the cycle
(between 2 – 10 hours), each LED display light (located above the POWERSAVE button) represents an increment of 2 hours of powersave.
Powersave mode will be engaged when buttons have not been pressed for 5 seconds. The POWER LED and FLOW / TIMER LED will flash continuously while the Swash 450/550 is in Powersave status.
Powersave mode will cancel automatically, when the programmed Powersave duration (between 2 – 10 hours) is completed.

When Powersave is Operating

Sitting on the Swash while it is in Powersave mode will not return the unit to normal operation.
To return the Swash into normal operation, press either the STOP or POWERSAVE button once.
The Swash will not re-enter into Powersave until user proceeds to set the powersave setting again.

Maintenance

Always unplug the Swash 450 / 550 before cleaning!

Seat Cleaning and Removal

Use a soft, damp cloth and mild cleanser (such as dish soap) to wipe down the seat. DO NOT scrub or use harsh, abrasive products to clean the Swash 450 / 550.
For a more thorough cleaning, you may remove the Swash 450 / 550. To release, push the button located on the back right side of the seat and pull forward.

Nozz le Cleaning
It is recommended that you clean the retractable nozzles monthly or as necessary. To clean the nozzles, pull them out gently and use a soft, damp brush or cloth to wipe down. DO NOT use soap or detergents to clean the nozzles.

Filter Cleaning
For proper Swash 450 / 550 function, it is important to occasionally clean the filters. Frequency of cleaning depends on your local water supply. Clogged filters cause decreased water flow, affecting operation.

T- VALVE FILTER:

Turn water valve off completely.
Flush the toilet to empty the water tank. (Failure to do so could result in leaking or flooding!)
Unscrew the filter from the T-Valve.(the end not connected to a hose)
Gently brush and clean the filter with water to remove build-up.
Reconnect the filter to the T-Valve.
Turn the water valve back on.

BIDET-HOSE FILTER:

Turn water valve off completely.
Flush the toilet to empty the water tank. (Failure to do so could result in leaking or flooding!)
Disconnect the Bidet Hose from the Swash 450 / 550.
Gently brush and clean the filter with water to remove build-up.
Reconnect the Bidet Hose to the Swash 450 / 550.
Turn the water valve back on.

For other issues or questions, contact Brondell Customer Service: 1-888-542-3355

Warranty

T he Swash 450 / 550 is covered by a one year warranty, valid from the original date of purchase.
Please complete & return the enclosed registration card to receive important product updates.

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