brondell FSH25 Series VivaSpring Filtered Shower Head Installation Guide

brondell FSH25 Series VivaSpring Filtered Shower Head Installation Guide

CAUTION: Risk of Personal Injury! If the water temperature is set too high, scalding will occur. The water temperature should never be set above 120°F (49°C). Do not use this Brondell low-flow product with a shower valve that allows the water temperature to become too hot.

Parts Included

• Shower Head
• Filter Cartridge
• Plumber’s Tape

Tools Needed

• Adjustable Wrench
• Rag or Small Towel
• Rubber Gloves (optional for better grip)

Before You Begin

When changing the Filter Cartridge, or installing the Viva Spring filtered shower head for the first time, rubber gloves are recommended to help get a better grip on the housing.
While installing or re-installing the VivaSpring filtered shower head, we recommended wrapping a rag or small towel around the Inlet Collar before you tighten with a wrench to avoid scratching the finish.

Installation

1. Remove the existing Shower Head from the shower arm (pipe) by turning it counterclockwise.

2. Clean away any debris that may be on the threaded portion of the shower arm. Wrap the included plumber’s tape tightly around the shower arm threads 2 or 3 times to prevent leaking.

3. Unscrew the two halves of the Shower Head.

4. Peel the stickers off of the Filter Cartridge and place the Filter Cartridge in the Filter Housing. The Filter Cartridge can be installed with either side up. Close the Shower Head by screwing the two halves of the Shower Head back together tightly.

5. Unscrew the protective cap from the Inlet Collar and ensure that the rubber washer with mesh screen is in place inside of the Inlet Collar. Hold the Shower Head up to the shower pipe and turn the Shower Head by hand clockwise, until tight. Use an adjustable wrench to tighten the connection, if needed, to help alleviate leaking.
   NOTE: Do not over-tighten the Inlet Collar. Over-tightening may cause the rubber washer to compress into the shower arm, which can cause leaking. If this occurs, uninstall the Shower Head, reinstall the washer, and reconnect the Shower Head.

6. Turn water on and check for leaks. Tighten the connection as necessary. Flush the Filter Cartridge by running the shower for 2 minutes, or until the water runs clear.

Filter replacement

To ensure maximum effectiveness, replace the Filter Cartridge every 10,000 gallons, or six months of use, with the Brondell FF-15 Replacement Filter Cartridge.

1. Open the Shower Head: Rubber gloves are recommended to help get a better grip on the housing. With one hand, grasp the back half of the Shower Head tightly. Using your other hand, turn the front half of the Shower Head counter-clockwise until the two halves are separated.
2. Remove the used Filter Cartridge by pulling it out from the Filter Housing in the back half of the Shower Head.
3. Peel the stickers off of the new Filter Cartridge. Place the new Filter Cartridge into the housing – the Cartridge can be installed either side up.
4. Close the Shower Head by screwing the two halves back together tightly.
5. Turn water on and check for leaks. Tighten the connection as necessary. Flush the Filter Cartridge by running the shower for 2 minutes, or until the water runs clear.

CAUTION: Risk of Personal Injury! If the water temperature is set too high, scalding will occur. The water temperature should never be set above 120°F (49°C). Do not use this Brondell low-flow product with a shower valve that allows the water temperature to become too hot.

Parts Included

• Compact Shower Filter (CSF)
• FF-30 Filter Cartridge
• Plumber’s Tape
• Rubber Washer

Tools Needed

• Adjustable Wrench
• Rag or Small Towel
• Rubber Gloves (optional for better grip)

Before You Begin

When installing the VivaSpring Compact Shower Filter (CSF) or changing the FF-30 Filter Cartridge for the first time, rubber gloves are recommended for a better grip on the housing.
While installing or re-installing the CSF, we recommended wrapping a rag or small towel around the inlet collar before you tighten with a wrench to avoid scratching the finish.

Installation

1. Remove your existing shower head from the shower arm (pipe) by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Clean away any debris that may be on the threaded portion of the shower arm. Wrap the included plumber’s tape tightly around the shower arm threads 2 or 3 times to prevent leaking.
3. Unscrew the protective caps from both ends of the CSF and discard properly.
4. Screw the CSF onto the shower arm (pipe) clockwise until tight. Use an adjustable wrench to tighten the connection if needed.
5. Wrap the included plumber’s tape tightly around the threads on the CSF’s shower head connection 2 or 3 times. Re-install your shower head by turning it clockwise, by hand, until tight. Use an adjustable wrench to tighten the connection if needed.
6. Turn water on and check for leaks (see the Troubleshooting section in the event of a leak). Flush the FF-30 Filter Cartridge by running the shower for 2 minutes, or until the water runs clear.

WARNING: Remove and discard the two end caps on the Vitamin C Shower Filter before installing.

NOTE: If unable to remove the shower head by hand and pliers are needed, place a towel between the pliers and shower head connection to prevent scratching.

NOTE: If leaking occurs, use plumber’s tape at connections.

Standard Shower Installation

1. Remove existing shower head from the shower arm.

2. Screw the large end of the filter onto the shower arm until tightly secured.
   

3. Screw shower head onto the open end of the shower filter until tightly secured.
   

Handheld Shower Head Installation

1. Disconnect handheld shower head from the shower hose.
2. Screw the small end of the filter onto the shower hose until tightly secured.
3. Screw handheld shower head onto the open end of the shower filter until tightly secured.

Handheld Shower Head Installation (Alternate)

1. Remove the hose from the base mount on the shower arm.
2. Screw the large end of the filter onto the base mount until tightly secured.
3. Screw hose onto the open end of the shower until tightly secured.
   

Questions about installation? Call our customer service department at 888-542-3355 or visit brondell.com

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