INSTALLATION AND OWNER'S MANUAL Steam Shower Model Number: ZA209 Please carefully read these instructions before you begin to install the products.
Before you start Thank you for purchasing your Aston steam shower. We hope that it will provide you with years of satisfying use and enjoyment. This instruction manual explains the benefits of using a steam shower and provides installation, operation, and care instructions for your new Aston steam shower. Please read this manual carefully because it contains information and instructions about the safe installation and operation of the unit.
Important Safety Instruction WARNING: To reduce the risk of drowning, electrical shock, or injury, read the following important precautions before using the unit. If you do not fully understand the meaning of any of the precautions and warnings please consult your dealer or the manufacturer for a full explanation. Do not use the unit until you understand all of the following: 1. WARNING: Read and follow all instructions. 2.
THE FOLLOWING WARNING ONLY APPLY TO UNITS THAT ARE A COMBINATION STEAM SHOWERS/STEAM BATH UNIT CONTAINING AN ATTACHED HYDRO-MASSAGE BATHTUB 1. WARNING: To avoid the risk of accidental injury or drowning children should not use the hydro massage bathtub without adult supervision. 2. WARNING: To avoid injury, take care when entering or exiting the hydro-massage bathtub. 3.
Terms and Definitions Becoming familiar with commonly used plumbing and electrical terms will help you as you use this owner's manual and when you consult the dealer regarding parts and service.
NEC (National Electric Code) (USA) Universal set of standards governing proper electrical installation Neutral When measure using a multi-meter will measure 0 to earth ground NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) (USA) Develops national safety standards for fire protection related to all types of material Owner's Manual Booklet supplied with each unit containing information about installation, operation, and care of the unit Pump Electro-mechanical device to move water, consisting of a wet end an
Line (L1) = 110-120 VAC (Black or “Hot 1”) Line (L2) = 110-120 VAC (Red or White or “Hot 2”) Ground (G) = (Green or Bare wire) 230 @50Hz VAC (International) Most common residential voltage in Europe and other countries outside of the US and Canada.
FEATURES 2 1.Speaker 2.Rainfall Shower head 3.Handheld Shower Wand 4.Body Jets 5.Thermostatic Faucet 6.Shelf/ Towel rail 7.Steam Unit Drain Port 8.Exhaust Fan 9.Light 10.Control Keypad Panel 11.Diverter Valve 12.Door Handles 13.Steam Outlet 14.
SUPPLIED HARDWARE SCREW PACK (1) SCREW PACK (2) SCREW PACK (3) SCREW PACK (4) M5x25 4 M4x30 8 M4x60 4 M5x60 1 M4x16 14 M4x30 M4x35 4 4 M4x30 4 M5x25 4 SCREW PACK (5) SUPPLIED PARTS 8
Installation Guide Please read and follow the installation instructions and guidelines in this section. Failure to follow the recommended instructions and installation techniques may lead to possible damage to the unit or the surrounding area and can affect warranty claims. ATTENTION: This unit requires assembly. We strongly encourage you to use a minimum of two people to aid in the assembly, as several of the sections are large and unstable until assembled.
7. CAUTION: The flexible drain should have a level or slight grade to allow free and easy flow to the floor drain. Failure to do so can cause possible leaks and flooding. 8. WARNING: It is recommended that the exhaust fan provided with the unit be vented to the outside to provide proper steam ventilation after use. 9. In order to avoid any unwanted movement, the unit should be installed on a properly supported flat and level non-slip surface.
Electrical Requirements Unit must be connected by a licensed electrician for your state to a GFCI protected circuit in order for the warranty to be valid. Installation by a Licensed Electrician Electrical: 30A @ 120 VAC Must be connected to a GFCI protected circuit.
Installation Install your unit according to the directions in this section in the order presented. Step 1 Install the drain Locate the accessory and manual box and remove the individual screw and hardware packages and lay them out in sequential order to aid in completing the rest of the installation. Please see the diagram of the drain kit provided. DRAIN ASSEMBLY Decorative drain cover (OPTIONAL) Upper drain body Drain compression nut Gasket Flex drain hose Lower drain body Drain hose gasket 1.
Step 2 Level the base for proper drainage The base unit is constructed with several leveling feet. Each foot has a locking nut. Use an adjustable wrench and level to complete this next step. 1. Loosen all of the locking nuts so that the leveling feet are free and easy to move. 2. Place the base into the final installation location or a flat surface. 3. Place the level across the top of the base (side to side) and level the base by adjusting the leveling feet.
Step 3 Install the flexible drain hose DRAIN ASSEMBLY Decorative drain cover (OPTIONAL) Upper drain body Drain compression nut Gasket Flex drain hose Lower drain body Drain hose gasket Please see the drain kit diagram provided. 1. Place the compression nut onto the flex hose. 2. Apply sealant to the drain hose gasket and onto the compression nut. 3. Place sealant onto the gasket that is exposed in the compression nut so that sealant is on both sides of the gasket. 4.
Step 4 Assemble the glass panel SCREW PACK (2) 1. Remove and inspect all of the glass panels. If any are broken, please contact your dealer or the manufacturer. NOTE: The glass panels are labeled to indicate the direction for the top of the glass panels. 2. Remove and inspect the aluminum top and bottom rails for the glass assembly. NOTE: The aluminum rails are labeled to distinguish the top and bottom rail and their orientation within the assembly.
4. Apply a liberal bead of sealant on the bottom rail from the slot that receives the glass panel out to the end of the rail. NOTE: The next steps of assembly will require two people. 5. Choose the left side glass panel and insert it into the left slot on the bottom rail. 6. While holding the left panel insert the right panel into the right side slot. 7. Take the top aluminum rail and apply a liberal bead of sealant from the slot for the glass panel out to the end of the rail. 8.
Step 5 Install the acrylic wall assembly on the base SCREW PACK (1) NOTE: The acrylic wall assembly can be heavy so please use caution when lifting it and placing it onto the base. 1. Lift and place the acrylic wall assembly onto the base to dry fit and check for proper hole alignment. NOTE: The base should align to the acrylic wall assembly. If you find it does not, then investigate the cause and try to determine the issue.
Step 6 Install the glass panel assembly on to the base SCREW PACK (3) NOTE: As with the acrylic assembly, the glass panel assembly is heavy to lift. Please use caution when lifting this assembly and use two people to lift it into place. 1. Lift and place the glass panel assembly onto the base and acrylic panel assembly. 2. Once in place verify the alignment of all holes between the acrylic walls and the glass assembly.
6. Place the glass panel assembly back onto the base assembly aligning the holes. 7. Using Screw Pack 3 lightly screw the acrylic panels into the aluminum frame of the glass panel assembly. 8. You will find a separate Screw Pack 3 with a single screw and decorative cap. Insert this screw into the center hole located on the bottom aluminum rail. Once installed, place the decorative cap into the exposed center hole. 9.
Step 7 Install the ceiling panel SCREW PACK (4) NOTE: The ceiling panel is large and can be an odd shape. Please use caution when lifting this assembly and use two people to lift it into place. 1. Lift the ceiling into place onto the glass and acrylic walls. 2. Once in place verify that all of the holes align. NOTE: All of the holes should be aligned. If you find any that are not investigate the cause. If no cause can be determined then you can choose to enlarge or add additional holes.
Step 8 Final assembly and sealing After you have installed and lightly assembled the cabinet walls, you can begin to fully secure all screws and bolts. Tighten the screws in the following order: 1. Acrylic wall to acrylic wall joint a. Starting with the acrylic wall joint ensure that the bottom and top of the panels are still aligned and tighten the M5 X 30mm screws starting with the bottom screw and working your way to the top adjusting the panels as needed to keep them aligned. b.
Step 9 Install the decorative trim panels (depending on the unit) SCREW PACK (5) If your unit includes a decorative trim panel, use the following steps to install the trim piece. 1. Using Screw Pack 5 use the M4 X 30mm screws, nuts, and washers to bolt the trim piece into the ceiling panel 2. Using the M5 X 25mm screws, screw the trim piece into the base unit NOTE: There is no need for silicone sealant for this installation.
Step 10 Install glass sliding doors 1. Remove and inspect the glass doors. If any are damaged or broken, please contact your dealer or the manufacturer. 2. Determine which door is the right door and which is the left by locating the two holes used for the door handles. When the doors are closed, the handles will be next to each other in the center of the door opening. Eight roller mount assemblies for the doors are located inside the unit on the upper and lower aluminum rails. 3.
tube and back plastic washer on the door roller. 5. Taking one of the doors, with the two holes for the door handles located so that they are in the center of the door opening, slide the door over the top two-door roller mounts. IMPORTANT: The plastic tubes must be inserted into the two top mounting holes in the door. 6. Reinstall the plastic washers onto the top roller and then install the metal locking nuts. Hand tighten the locking nuts. 7.
Step 11 Install the door handles 1. The door handles are located within the accessory manual box. Remove them from the packaging and note the end with the knob on it. The door knob will be located to the top after final installation. 2. Remove the doorknob and one of the vinyl washers, but leave the plastic tube and the other vinyl washer. NOTE: Sometimes when removing the doorknob the threaded stud will come out.
Step 12 Install the adjustable shower wand holder The mounting screws to mount the shower wand holder should already be in place on the acrylic panel assembly. Remove them for this assembly. 1. Assemble the soap dish and the shower wand holder on the slide bar. Note the direction of the soap dish holder relative to the shower wand holder. The wand holder has a release button to move the holder up and down the slide bar and this button should be facing the ceiling.
Step 13 Install the shower wand and hose 1. The shower wand hose has two tapered ends. One end has an O-ring around the outside. This o-ring indicates the end of the hose with the vacuum break diaphragm, used to prevent potential back flow and contamination of the drinking water. Install the end of the hose with the o-ring onto the outlet spout for the shower wand located on the wall of the unit. 2. The remaining hose end goes onto the shower wand.
Step 14 Install the overhead showerhead 1. Remove the showerhead from the packaging. 2. Install the showerhead onto the showerhead spout located in the center of the unit's ceiling. If the spout is loose, tighten it with the locking nut located on the top of the ceiling. After completing the assembly of the unit's cabinet you can now proceed to making the necessary internal plumbing connections.
Step 16 Install the showerhead hose 1. Insert the showerhead hose into one of the access holes located in the ceiling of the unit. 2. Install the elbow/barb fitting provided onto the showerhead spout and orient the fitting so that it is in line with the showerhead hose. 3. Install the hose onto the barb fitting using the hose clamp provided to secure the hose clamp onto the hose and barb connection.
Step 18 Electrical connections WARNING: Any final electrical connections must be to a GFCI protected circuit and made by a certified electrician. Based on your unit you may or may not have to connect the main control box to the electrical disconnect terminals. If you need to connect the main control box to the electrical disconnect terminals, then insert the connection wire into the disconnect terminal provided a ground (G), Line (L), and neutral (N) terminals are provided.
Test the system prior to final installation After completion of the electrical and plumbing connections, we recommend that you conduct a system test to ensure all connections are working properly before placing the unit into its final location. Follow these steps to test the system: 1. With the drain installed, turn on the supply lines, check for leaks, and repair if necessary. 2. Turn on the main power to the unit and check that the light, exhaust fan, and radio work and repair if necessary.
Operation Before operating this unit ensure you have read and understand all of the warnings and safety statements in this manual. You can review them now on page . If you do not understand any of these warnings or statements, please contact your dealer or the manufacturer for an explanation. WARNING: Never let children use this unit unsupervised. This section describes the components of your unit and how to operate them. 1.MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH 2.POWER INDICATOR LIGHT 3.TIME DISPLAY 4.TEMPERATURE DISPLAY 5.
Over head shower Body & Neck massage jets Handheld shower Hot water Cold water Steam generator Note: This diagram is for reference purpose only, and the actual connections may vary.
Components Diverter valve The diverter valve is used to control the flow of water to the following devices: The overhead shower The body jets The shower wand To operate the diverter valve, rotate to the device you wish to use. Return the device to the “off” position after use. IMPORTANT: Based on typical residential water pressure and flow rates all components within the shower will not work at the same time, e.g.
4. Press the main “on/off” button to turn on the power. 5. Rotate the diverter valve to the overhead shower position. 6. Press the “shower” button on the control panel. 7. Water will begin to flow from the showerhead. 8. Set the thermostatic valve. 9. When finished, press the “shower” button on the control panel to turn off the shower. Shower wand 1. Rotate the diverter valve to the shower wand position. Water will begin to flow. 2. Set the thermostatic valve. 3.
Functions Body jets Based on the typical residential water pressure and flow rates not all of the body jets can work at the same time. Because of this issue, the body jets are broken down into separate zones. Based on the model, your unit will have either three or four zones. The operation of the jets in both models is essentially the same, with the only difference being the function of the “shower” button.
b. Press the shower button to operate the neck jets. c. Press the same local button to turn off the zone. B. Auto Cycle Mode - You can auto cycle through three zones of body jets. In this mode, each zone will turn on for approximately 10 seconds and then cycle to the next zone for 10 seconds. NOTE: Only three of the zones (lower, middle and upper back) will work in the auto cycle mode; the neck jet zone, if equipped, is not included in the auto cycle mode. a.
E. Unconsciousness and danger of drowning To operate the steam generator use the following instructions: 1. Press the main “on/off” button to turn on the power. 2. Press the “steam” button to start the steam generator. Once you start the steam generator, it will automatically fill with water and will produce steam within three (3) to five (5) minutes. NOTE: The default time is 60 minutes and the default temperature is 104 F (40 C).
Light 1. Press the main “on/off” button to turn on the power. 2. Press the “light” button to turn the light on. 3. Press the “light” button again to turn the light off. Optional LED light - Some units have an optional LED light installed. To change the functions of the LED light press the “light” button on and off to cycle through the different settings. Exhaust Fan 1. Press the main “on/off” button to turn on the power. 2. Press the “fan” button to turn the fan on. 3.
As with any other luxury item, maintenance and care are critical to the long lasting quality and enjoyment of your steam shower. The proper care and maintenance outlined in this section are necessary to ensure the longevity of the unit. Damage caused by not following the care and maintenance guidelines in this section is not covered under the manufacturer's warranty. The unit is constructed from high quality acrylic and with proper care, the unit will maintain its nice look and finish.
Unscrew the affected jet or showerhead and clean or soak it with a mild solution of vinegar and water (50/50) or commercially available hard water cleaner such as CLR. To clean the control panel: Wipe away any excess water on the panel with a dry cloth after each use. If the panel becomes dirty over time use a mild detergent to clean it.
Troubleshooting Symptoms Possible Causes Solutions No power to unit 1. Loose power connections 2. GFCI Breaker tripped 3. Internal breaker trip 4. Blown fuse 5. Missing internal wiring connection 1. Verify and check all power connections 2. Unit MUST be connected to a GFCI Breaker 3. Located in side the main control box 4. 4 unique fuses located on main control board verify the are not burned out 5. Verify all internal connections are secure No Steam 1. Incorrect plumbing connection 2.
Symptoms Possible Causes Solutions than the internal ambient temperature, the time setting must not be zero “0” 7. Check the fuses on the main control board replace if necessary. 8. Verify all water supply valves are open The steam light flashes for 40 seconds and then turns off 1. No water in the steam unit, safety protection 1. Check that the plumbing to the steam unit is correct 2. Check that you are getting voltage to the inlet valve.
Symptoms Possible Causes Solutions Light not working 1. Burned out light bulb 2. Loose connection 1. Replace light bulb 2. Repair any loose connections Radio is not clear 1. Antenna issue 1. Verify antenna wire is uncoiled 2. Relocated antenna wire 3. Add additional antenna wire if necessary to improve reception Fan not working 1. Loose connection 2. Fan defective 1. Check connection 2. Verify voltage to the fan 24V Replace fan unit No water from showerhead 1. Incorrect diverter position 2.
Symptoms Possible Causes Solutions Not enough pressure for 1. Verify your line body jets, showerhead or pressure is 60-80 psi if shower wand not consult a plumber about the possible addition of a booster pump. 2. Verify the diverter is in the proper position not half way in between 2 locations 3. Clogged or dirty flow restrictor 4. Clogged or dirty jets, showerhead or shower wand 1. Low water pressure consult a plumber about the possible use of a booster pump. 2.
Warranty PLEASE READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR ASTON GLOBAL BATHROOM PRODUCT. BY USING THE PRODUCT, YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Aston Global Inc. Parts-Only Limited Warranty Aston Global, Inc.
verification that the Product arrived in a good and acceptable condition); and (b) clearly notate damage on the delivery acknowledgment receipt. Failure to do so, and any damage discovered to glass or acrylic panel after delivery, will be repaired or replaced at the sole discretion of Aston Global. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: 1. Product installed in buildings other than single family dwelling units. 2. Product installed outdoors or any other non-standard bathroom location. 3.
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply. No dealer, distributor, service company or other party is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of this warranty in any manner whatsoever.
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