Aston Global ZAA216, Installation And Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Steam Shower Model Number ZAA216 INSTALLATION AND OWNER S MANUAL Please carefully read these instructions before you begin to install the products 07 11 Rev A P N 100054 04 ...

Page 2: ...l to promoting and living a healthy lifestyle Exposing your skin to the warm moist heat of a steam sauna will open your pores helping you to expel dirt and toxins from your body while leaving your skin clean and healthy In addition regular use of a steam sauna can be a relaxing time that transports you from the hustle and bustle of daily life for a few moments Some units are equipped with a built ...

Page 3: ... is defective and must be replaced If the GFCI interrupts power to the unit without the test button being pushed a ground fault has occurred Discontinue use and contact your dealer or service provider 6 WARNING If you have a pre existing health condition such as obesity heart disease high or low blood pressure circulatory problems or diabetes consult your physician before use If you are pregnant o...

Page 4: ...sage bathtub equipped with a heater 5 WARNING To reduce the risk of hyperthermia and possible drowning do not use a hydro massage bathtub equipped with a heater immediately following strenuous exercise 6 WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock do not permit electric appliances such as a hair dryer lamp telephone radio or television within 1 5m 5 ft of a hydro massage bathtub 7 CAUTION Test th...

Page 5: ...t Circuit Interrupter USA Breaker that interrupts the flow of electricity when it detects voltage going to ground This type of breaker is required to connect any whirlpool bath steam shower or hot tub to household power Ground Creates the path of the least resistance for electricity and servers as a backup for the neutral wire GPM Gallons per Minute USA Measure of flow rate Heater Electrical resis...

Page 6: ...I in the USA RCD breakers are used outside the US and Canada Suction Fitting Located at the bottom of a hydro massage tub used to return water back into the pump Must be installed before use of a hydro massage bathtub and correctly working at all times TUV Independent testing laboratory for Germany and European standards UL Underwriters Laboratory USA Nationally recognized testing laboratory that ...

Page 7: ...d to customers using three conductors with the following color code and voltage Line L 230 VAC Brown Neutral N Blue Ground G Yellow Green VAC Voltage for Alternating Current VDC Voltage for Direct Current Wire Gage Actual diameter of bare wire only measured in American Wire Gage AWG units ranging from 30 to 00 AWG The larger the gage number the smaller the wire diameter International wire size uni...

Page 8: ...el 5 Body Jets 6 Handle 7 Whirlpool Jet 8 Light 9 Exhaust Fan 10 Handheld Shower Wand 11 Mirror 12 Diverter Valve 13 Thermostatic Faucet 14 Steam Outlet 15 Steam Unit Drain Port 16 Whirlpool Tub Spout 17 Air control valve FEATURES 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 ...

Page 9: ...SUPPLIED HARDWARE 12 M4x16 M4x50 8 4 SCREW PACK 3 SCREW PACK 4 M4x30 9 M4x35 3 M4x60 3 M5x40 SCREW PACK 5 12 SCREW PACK 1 9 SCREW PACK 2 M5x35 M5x30 SUPPLIED PARTS 8 Mirror ...

Page 10: ...t requires a licensed plumber for installation 4 The installation must allow for future service The unit is designed to be modular meaning the unit can be moved as a whole piece after assembly with flexible supply lines and a flexible drain All electronic components and plumbing connections are typically located on the back wall of the unit which in many cases is next to a service wall In the even...

Page 11: ...unit and check for broken or damaged sections If you find damage please contact your dealer or the manufacturer These installation instructions assume you have already completed the following works Rough plumbing for both the hot and cold supply lines Placing of the floor drain Rough electrical for the unit You will need the following tools Drill with screwdriver attachments Caulk gun Level 3 foot...

Page 12: ... 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 30Amp service at 120 VAC 60 Hz GFCI breaker required 11 ...

Page 13: ...ch 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 whirlpool bath into the exact final installation location or a flat surface 3 Place the level across the top of the whirlpool bath side to side and level the whirlpool bath by adjusting the leveling feet NOTE You may need to remove the whirlpool bath in order to ...

Page 14: ...ensure the unit is supported stand in the whirlpool bath in several places looking for any movement and adjust as needed 2 After ensuring all leveling feet are in contact with the floor tighten the locking nut on each leveling foot ensuring that all leveling feet are secure 3 Once all the leveling feet are secure place the whirlpool bath back into the final installation location and verify all the...

Page 15: ... drain are in line when the whirlpool tub is in it s final position 2 With the whirlpool tub in it s final location make the plumbing connections between the whirlpool tub and the floor drain Use these instructions for installation of the optional floor drain 1 Apply sealant to the drain hose gasket and into the compression nut 2 Install the hose compression nut and gasket assembly onto the lower ...

Page 16: ...inum rails are labeled to distinguish the top and bottom rail and their orientation within the assembly IMPORTANT Please take note that Screw Pack 3 contains several different lengths of screws each for a specific location within the glass assembly During the next steps of assembly pay close attention so the correct screw length is used in the correct location Failure to do this can cause damage t...

Page 17: ... the end of the rail 8 Line up the slot on the top rail with the receiving tabs on the glass panels and insert the top rail on to the glass panels 9 Using the screws and washers from Screw Pack 3 follow the diagram to insert the correct screw length in to the correct location 10 Start with the corners of the glass panel assembly then proceed to insert the screws into the top and bottom of the asse...

Page 18: ...ws and washers located inside Screw Pack 1 Be sure to leave enough space between the panels so that you can get the tip of a caulk gun in between the panels NOTE All panels are pre drilled and should line up If you find that some of the holes do not align investigate the cause and try to determine the issue If no issue can be found for the misalignment you can if needed enlarge a hole move or add ...

Page 19: ...ulk 4 Ensuring that the bottom and top of the panels are still aligned HAND tighten only the M5 X 30mm screws starting with the bottom and working your way to the top adjusting the panels as needed to keep them aligned 5 Leave the acrylic panel assembly hand tight until the unit is fully assembled This will aid in alignment for the next steps NOTE If your unit has a second acrylic side panel repea...

Page 20: ...issue If no issue can be found for the misalignment you can enlarge the holes or add additional holes If you choose to add a hole make sure to pilot drill first so you so do not crack or chip the acrylic Use a pilot drill size that is smaller than the minor diameter of the screw to be used If you adding additional mounting holes then you will need to get the necessary hardware as it is not provide...

Page 21: ... onto the whirlpool bath and align the mounting holes 5 Use the M5 X 35mm screws and washers from the Screw Pack 2 insert and start all screws in their respective holes but do not fully tighten 6 Leave the screws hand tight only until the unit is fully assembled This will aid in the alignment for the next step in assembly 20 ...

Page 22: ... not investigate the cause and try to determine the issue If no issues can be found then you can add or enlarge holes as needed in the acrylic We do not recommend adding holes into the aluminum frame however if you choose to add additional holes to the aluminum frame choose a drill size that is smaller than the minor diameter of the screws provided 3 After verifying the hole alignment remove the g...

Page 23: ...crew the acrylic panels into the aluminum frame of the glass panel assembly 8 Leave the screws hand tight only until the unit is fully assembled to aid in the alignment for the next step in assembly 9 You will find a separate Screw Pack 4 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 th...

Page 24: ... add additional holes Always remember to pilot drill any new holes before enlarging 3 Remove the ceiling and apply a generous bead of caulk around the top of the unit in line with the mounting holes 4 Using Screw Pack 5 use the M4 X 35mm screws and washers to lightly screw down the front of the ceiling into the aluminum frame of the glass panel assembly 5 Using the M4 X 30mm screws bolts nuts and ...

Page 25: ...e screws working your way from the bottom to the top b After completing one side move to the other acrylic wall to glass panel joint c After securing both joints inspect the interior joint and wipe away any excess sealant filling in any cracks or gaps in the joints 3 Acrylic wall to the whirlpool bath a Attach the acrylic walls to the whirlpool bath screw down all of the screws starting at one sid...

Page 26: ...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 Carefully disassemble each door roller mount assembly IMPORTANT Note the disassembly order of the roller mount assembly It is critical that the order be repeated for proper adjustments of the doors Please see the illustration provided 4 Remove the decora...

Page 27: ...washer and metal locking nut and hand tighten 8 Repeat the process on the other door Only hand tighten the metal locking nuts 9 After both doors are installed close both doors 10 Check the door seal down the length of the seal If it is not in full contact use a flat head screw driver and adjust the top roller mounts so that the door seal is in contact for the entire length of the door NOTE A cam r...

Page 28: ...tud into the top hole on the glass door with the plastic tube in the hole and the vinyl washer between the glass and the door handle 4 Install the remaining vinyl washer onto the stud and then install the doorknob Located within the packaging for the door handles you will find a 2 Vinyl washer b 2 Screws c 2 Hard plastic washers d 2 Decorative covers 5 Insert one of the screws through one of the h...

Page 29: ...ation of the wand holder is relevant Please also note that the outlet spout for the hand wand hose on the wand holder should be on the same side as the outlet for the hose 2 Remove the screw cap cover from the end mounts for the slide bar A screwdriver pushing from the back side of the mount will aid in this step 3 Apply a generous amount of sealant around the screw hole and holder and install the...

Page 30: ...damaged please contact your dealer or the manufacturer 2 Based on your model the mirror may or may not have an orientation Please note this when installing the mirror 3 Remove the protective covering from the double sided tape on the back of the mirror 4 Align the mirror into its intended location while also aligning the screw holes located at the top and bottom of the mirror 5 Press the mirror in...

Page 31: ...can now proceed to making the necessary internal plumbing connections All of the internal plumbing connections are labeled with a letter indicating the hose and the intended connection point Starting with A connect the hose to the corresponding connection point labeled A and repeat until all of the connections are complete Make sure you use the provided gaskets for each hose when making the final ...

Page 32: ...valve each is labeled with a red or blue sticker Two flexible connection hoses have been provided to make the supply connections You must use the connection hoses provided as the threads on the diverter valve are metric and the hose converts these metric threads to a 3 8 compression fitting We recommend you install disconnect valves on your supply connections for the supply hot and cold to aid in ...

Page 33: ...o 25 pin connectors provided they are different genders matching the corresponding cable to the connection points 2 Connect the temperature probe to the main control box with the 2 pin connector provided 3 Connect the speakers light and exhaust fan to the main control box using the cable provided You will need to put this cable through one of the access holes located in the ceiling in order to mak...

Page 34: ...r installation is now complete The unit has an exhaust fan installed in the ceiling We recommended that you exhaust the unit to the outside environment The use of the steam generator will create a large amount of steam and it is best to exhaust this steam out of the unit and out of the bathroom It is not recommended that you leave this amount of warm moist heat inside of the unit or inside of your...

Page 35: ...r unit and how to operate them Operation 1 MAIN ON OFF SWITCH 2 POWER INDICATOR LIGHT 3 TIME DISPLAY 4 TEMPERATURE DISPLAY 5 RADIO DISPLAY 6 STEAM ON OFF BUTTON 7 STEAM INDICATOR LIGHT 8 TIME CONTROL 9 TEMPERATURE CONTROL 10 WHIRLPOOL ON OFF BUTTON 11 RADIO ON OFF BUTTON 12 CD FM INPUT BUTTON 13 VOLUME CONTROL 14 FM TUNER 15 EXHAUST INDICATOR 16 EXHAUST BUTTON 17 LIGHT BUTTON 18 OVERHEAD SHOWERHEA...

Page 36: ...Note This diagram is for reference purpose only and the actual connections may vary 35 Waterfall Spout Body massage jets Cold water Hot water Steam generator Handheld shower ...

Page 37: ...markings are for reference only as the unit does not elevate the water temperature beyond the temperature of your hot water heater Set the thermostatic faucet to your preferred temperature and your unit will operate at this same temperature with each use unless you change the setting To operate the faucet press the release button and turn it in the direction of your desired temperature Overhead sh...

Page 38: ...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 When finished rotate the diverter valve back to the off position Filling the Whirlpool bath 1 Turn the diverter valve to the waterfall spout position 2 Water will begin to flow out of the outlet fill spout 3 Set the thermostatic valve 4 When your bath is f...

Page 39: ...the function of the shower button If your unit has four zones the shower button on the control panel will turn on the fourth zone typically the neck jets If your unit has three zones the shower button will turn on the showerhead Use the following steps to operate the body jets 1 Press the main on off button to turn on the power 2 Rotate the diverter valve to the body jet position 3 The body jets h...

Page 40: ...ntil you stop the auto cycle off by pressing the auto cycle button b Press the auto cycle button again to turn it off Whirlpool Bath Your unit is equipped with a whirlpool bath adding hydrotherapy and giving you a soothing massage Use the following steps to operate the whirlpool bath Operating the massage jets IMPORTANT The whirlpool tub will not turn unless water is above the suction cover This s...

Page 41: ...d consult a doctor before using a hydro massage bathtub equipped with a heater to avoid risk of fetal injury 5 Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia A description of the cause symptoms and effects of hyperthermia are as follows A Lack of awareness of impending hazard B Failure to perceive heat C Failure to recognize the need to exit the unit D Fetal damage in pregnant women E Un...

Page 42: ...he life span of the steam generator To flush the steam generator after completion of the steam cycle press and hold the steam button for five seconds The unit will begin to flush Continue pressing the steam button until the unit is fully flushed and then release the steam button If you fail to flush the steam generator after use the unit will automatically flush four hours after you have turned th...

Page 43: ...ptional auxiliary audio input If you have chosen to add an auxiliary audio input use the following steps to operate it 1 Press the main on off button to turn on the power 2 Press the CD FM button twice to choose the Auxiliary Audio input 3 Press the vol button up or down to set the volume If you are not getting sound from the auxiliary unit verify that you have the unit on and that the volume is t...

Page 44: ...ylic surfaces You can buff and polish the acrylic surface using any good polishing compound such as Maguire s 10 Mirror glaze toothpaste or automotive polishing paste Using these types of products will help maintain the shine and luster of the acrylic surface If you happen to discover any small minor surface scratches in the acrylic you can use 600 grit wet sand paper to lightly buff out any scrat...

Page 45: ...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 44 ...

Page 46: ...4 Loose wire on heater element or fill sensor 5 High Temperature limit switch 6 Time and temperature settings in correct 7 Blown fuse 1 Verify plumbing connections are correct Steam unit will work no matter what position the of the diverter 2 Check that you are getting voltage to the inlet valve When operation you should hear a click from the valve if not replace 3 Check and clean the inlet filter...

Page 47: ...f not replace 3 Check and clean the inlet filter Water comes out of the steam outlet instead of steam 1 Issue with the water level sensor 2 Scale build up in the water level sensor 1 Check all wiring to the water level sensor is secure replace if necessary 2 Remove and clean the scale from the sensor No water from one or more body jets 1 Diverter in wrong position 2 Blown fuse 3 Valve bank issue 1...

Page 48: ...g connection 3 Verify all water supply valves are open No water from shower wand 1 Incorrect diverter position 2 Incorrect plumbing 1 Verify you have the diverter setting on the Showerhead location 2 Verify all plumbing connection 3 Verify all water supply valves are open No warm water or either hot or cold water only 1 Verify that you have connected the hot and cold supply to the correct location...

Page 49: ...a plumber about the possible use of a booster pump 2 Turn the diverter valve to the correct location you will feel a click for each location 3 Remove and clean the flow restrictor and replace 4 Clean dirty body jets showerhead or shower wand with mild vinegar and water solution Leaks from Jets 1 Loose jet faces 2 Loose hose 1 Remove and reinstall jet face Showerhead jets or shower wand clogged 1 S...

Page 50: ... Divert MUST be located on the Showerhead location 2 Verify all plumbing connection 3 Verify all water supply valves are open Whirlpool jets not working 1 Not enough water in the tub 2 No power to the jet pump 3 Air button tubing broken or not connected 4 Bad water sensor 1 Water level must be above the suction cover in order for the whirlpool jets to operate 2 Verify all power connections and vol...

Page 51: ...Symptoms Possible Causes Solutions 2 Check for loose connections to the light bulb 3 Replace light bulb 50 ...

Page 52: ...will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period only Proof of purchase is required to exercise this Warranty Aston Global may at its option examine and inspect the alleged defective Product and Aston Global may request that parts be returned to Aston Global at Owner s expense for factory inspection The determination as to whether Product shall be replaced or in the alternative ...

Page 53: ...the Warranty or costs for transportation to Aston Global and any other materials necessary to return Product to Aston Global 6 Any Product that has been damaged as a result of being improperly serviced or operated including but not limited to the following operated with insufficient water allowed to freeze subjected to flood conditions operated with water conditions or additives which cause unusua...

Page 54: ... provide adequate access the Product for any repair or inspection Aston Global shall not be liable for expenses or damage which may include but are limited to water damage removal of any and all common building product such as tile flooring wood sheet rock plumbing fixtures concrete board vanities bathtubs and toilets or any other custom items THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU ...

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