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Installation Instructions
Thank you for choosing the Kauai III Rain Shower System by PULSE ShowerSpas!
Assembly and installation of the Kauai III Rain Shower System is
designed to be quick and easy. If you have installation questions
or performance problems, call PULSE Customer Service toll free at
888-785-7320 or visit www.pulseshowerspas.com.
Please read instructions carefully, become familiar with all parts,
installation procedures and tools required. Follow steps in order
presented to help avoid mistakes.
FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OR
COMPLETE REMODEL
•A hot/cold mixing valve is required (NOT INCLUDED)
•Nipple should extend
1
⁄
2
" past finished wall surface.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Adjustable wrench, Phillips screwdriver, pencil, 2.5mm hex
wrench, 3mm hex wrench
ASSEMBLY
1. Determine length of brass NPT nipple (1)needed:
a. Place mark on existing shower arm at wall surface.
Unscrew shower arm from elbow in wall.
b. Measure distance from mark on shower arm to end of
shower arm threads. Add
1
⁄
2
" to this measurement, and
then round to nearest
1
⁄
2
".
Example 1: If measurement = 1
1
⁄
4
", add
1
⁄
2
" = 1
3
⁄
4
",
rounded = 2" NPT nipple—this is the length needed.
Example 2: If measurement = 1
5
⁄
8
", add
1
⁄
2
" = 2
1
⁄
8
",
rounded = 2" NPT nipple—this is the length needed.
IMPORTANT: If shower arm is located above tile/fiberglass wall
surface you must add distance from sheetrock to face of tile/
fiberglass shower wall to the above measurement.
NOTE: If supplied 2" nipple (1) is not correct length based on
above formula, you must obtain correct size NPT brass nipple
(sold separately), available at most hardware stores.
2. Apply generous amount of PTFE Thread Sealant Tape (24) to
both ends of nipple (1).
3. Hand tighten inlet fitting (2) onto nipple (1), then nipple
to fitting in wall. Use adjustable wrench on inlet fitting
to tighten both connections simultaneously until both are
secure with no leaks.
4. Slide hand shower holder (9) off shower pipe (7).
5. Slide soap dish (8) onto shower pipe to desired position and
secure with set screw (25).
CAUTION—DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
5. Reinstall hand shower hanger (9).
6. Insert rubber washer (21) into top of swivel joint (18) and
secure onto bottom of diverter body (12). Swivel joint should
move freely side to side.
CAUTION—DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
7. Insert shower pipe (7) into top tee (4). Secure with set screw
(17).
8. Slide top escutcheon (3) over top tee (4).
HINT— Lubricate escutcheon o-ring; a small amount of
soapy water will do the trick.
9. Slide bottom escutcheon (13) over diverter body (12).
HINT— Lubricate escutcheon o-ring; a small amount of
soapy water will do the trick.
10. Loosen set screw (20) on diverter and slide lower mount (15)
into diverter body (12).
11. Push top tee (4) over inlet fitting (2) until flush against fit-
ting. Position diverter body (12) so shower pipe is plumb
(vertical).
12. Mark location of lower mount with pencil.
13. Wall surface must be clean of any residue and completely
dry. Remove covering of two-face tape and reposition
lower mount (15)to mark with optional mounting holes.
Ensure optional mounting holes are horizontal.
14. Apply pressure to mount for 30 seconds by pushing firmly
against the diverter. To ensure proper adhesion, allow one
hour before using your ShowerSpa and keep area around
the mount as dry as possible for the first 24 hours. Tape will
be fully cured after 24 hours.
OPTIONAL: Secure lower mount with permanent wall anchors.
Mark hole locations in lower mount (15). Drill 1
1
⁄
4
" deep
holes using 6mm (
1
⁄
4
") masonry/tile drill bit. Insert wall an-
chors (16) and secure lower mount with screws (14).
CAUTION—LIVE PLUMBING IN WALL
15. Position shower pipe (7) parallel to wall by sliding diverter
body (12) on lower mount (15). Secure diverter to lower
mount with set screw (20).
16. Insert rubber washer (21) into both ends of hose (11). Con-
nect hex head end to swivel joint (18) and tapered end to
hand shower (10). Place hand shower (10) into adjustable
hanger (9).
17. Insert rubber washer (21) in shower head (6) and tighten
securely to shower arm (5).
