HOWDENS TAP3255 Garda Single Lever Pull Out Instruction Manual

HOWDENS TAP3255 Garda Single Lever Pull Out

Specifications:

• Product Name: GARDA SINGLE LEVER PULL OUT TAP3254, TAP3255
• Minimum Operating Pressure: 1.5 bar
• Maximum Operating Pressure: 5.5 bar
• Flow Characteristics: Single flow

Product Usage Instructions

1. Care Instructions:
   To maintain the appearance of the tap:

   • Regularly clean with a clean, soft damp cloth.
   • Use a solution of warm water and mild liquid detergent when necessary.
   • Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry after cleaning.
     Avoid using abrasive, scouring, or acidic cleaners. Do not use solvents or harsh household chemicals.

2. Cleaning the Aerator:
   If the tap has a removable aerator on the spout exit:

   • Periodically remove and clean it to maintain optimum flow performance.

3. Installation Guidelines:
   Follow these guidelines during installation:

   • Inspect all parts for completeness and damage before installation.
   • Ensure correct installation according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
   • Balance hot and cold water supply pressures for best results.
   • Maintain the maximum diameter of supply pipes until immediately before fitting.

4. Water Residuals:
   Due to assembly testing, a small residual amount of water may remain in the tap when delivered. Use the care advice provided to remove any watermarks.

FAQ

Q: What should I do if I encounter an issue during the guarantee period?

A: Any claim during the guarantee period must be accompanied by the Proof of Purchase. Ensure the product is correctly installed and operated as per the manufacturer's instructions for normal domestic use.

Q: Can I use abrasive cleaners on the tap?

A: No, abrasive cleaners, scouring cleaners, and acidic cleaners must not be used. Only use a clean, soft damp cloth with mild liquid detergent for cleaning.

Q: How do I maintain optimum flow performance?

A: Periodically remove and clean the aerator on the spout exit to maintain optimum flow performance.

Guarantee UK only

Your tap has the benefit of a comprehensive manufacturer’s guarantee, details of which are shown on your Proof of Purchase Document. Any claim during the period of the guarantee must be accompanied by the Proof of Purchase. The product must be correctly installed and operated under the manufacturer’s instructions and used for normal domestic purposes. This guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, or alterations that are likely to affect the product. The guarantee is invalid if the product is tampered with or repaired by any unauthorized person. The guarantee in no way affects your statutory or legal rights.

Care Instructions for your Kitchen Sink Mixer

To maintain the appearance of this tap, ensure that it is regularly cleaned only using a clean, soft damp cloth. A solution of warm water and a mild liquid detergent may be used where necessary, and then the fitting is rinsed thoroughly and wiped dry. Any other cleaning action will invalidate your warranty. Abrasive cleaners, scouring cleaners, and acidic cleaners must not be used under any circumstances. Avoid contact with all solvents (including chlorinated solvents, ketones, or acetones as these may result in surface deterioration or etching). Also avoid contact with any harsh household chemicals such as oven cleaners, drain cleaners, rust removers, paint strippers toilet bowl cleaners, bar keepers friends, or Brasso.

Where the tap has a removable aerator on the spout exit it can be removed and cleaned periodically to maintain optimum flow performance.

Important Technical Data

• If these temperatures or pressures are exceeded, even for short periods, damage can result. In these instances, a thermostatic mixing or pressure-reducing valve should be installed.
• This product is manufactured by recognized European standards. Please ensure that your Kitchen mixer is fitted by Local Water bylaws. Where hot and cold water mix within the mixer tap, then suitable nonreturn (check) valves should be installed to the hot and cold supplies to prevent backflow.
• Hot and cold supply pressures should be as closely balanced as possible for best results. Supply pipes should maintain the maximum diameter until immediately before the fitting. The differential between the hot and cold water supply temperatures should be sufficient to allow the correct mixing function.
• These installation guidelines have been prepared for your direction and you must exercise due care at all times.
• We do not accept responsibility for problems that may occur through improper installation. Whilst assembling the tap take care not to accidentally loosen any factory-fixed assemblies.
• This tap has been 100% assembly tested; therefore, you may expect a small residual amount of water to remain in the tap when delivered. Any watermarks can be removed using the above care advice.

Installation Preparation

• All parts should be removed from their packaging and inspected for completeness and transport damage before installation.
• Before installing the new mixer, it is essential that you thoroughly flush through the supply pipes to remove any remaining solder, swarf, or impurities from your system. Failure to carry out this simple procedure could cause problems or damage to the workings of the mixer tap and invalidate the warranty.
• We recommend installing isolation valves and particle (mesh) filters to both the hot and cold feed pipes in an accessible position. This will help to prevent premature failure of the valves and ease any future maintenance.
• Shut off the water heating system and ensure that the mains stopcock is closed. Ensure both the hot and cold water supplies are isolated before commencing installation.
• This mixer tap requires a ∅35mm tap hole, if replacing an existing tap, remove the tap & clean the end of the feed pipes using wire wool, the tap hole area should be free from dirt and sealant. You should ensure that the product will fit into the depth of the mounting surface available and reach the required outlet positions before installation.
• Loosely position the tap and tailpipes to check if any alteration to the existing pipework is required, if this is the case do this now.
• Where this product is supplied with flexible inlet hoses you must follow the additional guidelines supplied for their correct installation.

Installation

1. Screw fixing stud (D) into the base of tap body (A).
2. Pass base plinth (B) over fixing stud (D) ensuring upper seal (C) is in place.
3. Screw the hot & cold water tailpipes (I & J) into the base of the tap (A) as shown first. Then screw mixed outlet pipe (K). Please look at the bottom base view drawing for the correct hose location.
4. Place the mixer tap (A), Base plinth (B), upper seal (C), and fixing stud (D) onto the sink/worktop, passing the tail pipes (I, J & K) and the pull-out hose (M) through the tap hole.
5. Pass the metal spacer (F) and the rubber gasket (G) over the fixing stud (D) and around the flexible tail pipes (I, J & K) and the pull-out hose (M). Note: only if fitting the tap to a stainless steel sink, the white triangular stabilizer (E) can be placed where shown to help stabilize the weight of the tap.
6. Fasten fixing nut (H) securely onto the fixing stud (D) to fix the tap (A) into its correct location.
7. Place fiber washer (L) into mixed water outlet tail (K), and screw outlet tail (K) to pull out the hose (M).
8. Fix the hose weight (O) with screws (M) just before the highest point of pull-out hose (M) as shown.
9. Connect the hot and cold tailpipes (I & J) to the water mains using ½” BSPx15mm compression fittings.

Parts Description

Key:

| Description:|

Qty.

---|---|---
A| Mixer body| 1
B| Base plinth| 1
C| Upper seal| 1
D| fixing stud| 1
E| Triangular stabilizing bracket| 1
F| Metal spacer| 1
G| Rubber gasket| 1
H| Fixing nut| 1
I| Cold Flexi tail| 1
J| Hot Flexi tail| 1
K| Mixed water outlet tail| 1
L| Fiber washer| 1
M| Pull out hose| 1
N| Screws| 2
O| Hose weight| 1

After installation

• Once you have visually checked the installation of the new tap and all connections, ensure that all other fittings are closed except the new tap which should be left open.
• Turn on your water heating system and ensure that your mains stopcock is open. Reconnect both the hot and cold water supplies to this fitting.
• Check the function of flow and function of hot, cold, and mixed water.
• Turn off the tap and check carefully for any leaks around all connections on the fitting and adjoining plumbing.
• If possible, return to the installation after a longer period to double-check for slower leaks. If pressure testing equipment is available check the installation to the maximum recommended pressure.
• Clean the tap to remove any marks created during installation as instructed then place a bag over the product to protect the tap until it is ready for use.
• The installation should be periodically checked for damage, if the property is left unattended for a prolonged period, we recommend isolating water supplies.

Correct use of flexible hose connectors

This product is supplied with flexible hose connections for ease of fitting, failure to observe these standard installation guidelines will invalidate the warranty for your product.

• Before assembling the hose to the product ensure the hose has been crimped (as highlighted) on both ends of the hose after the braided casing.
• Always screw the flexi hoses into the product only by hand until feeling mechanical rest, a spanner must not be used on the product connecting the end of the hose.
• Always use the pipes provided.
• Never twist or stretch the flexible hose during installation.
• Do not overtighten the hexagonal end of the hose when using a spanner causing the hose to twist.
• The braiding on the flexible hose must not be in contact with any scarcely aggressive chemicals, internal or external room walls, or dissimilar metals or materials.
• Observe the minimum bend radius of 50mm, hoses must not be kinked or looped.
• Hoses must not be double bent in multiple directions.
• Both ends of the hose must have a minimum 50mm straight section before any bend.

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