American Standard Amarilis Lexington Bath Filler 8971 Series Users Manual Lexington_8970_8971

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Installation
Instructions
LEXINGTON DECK-MOUNT
BATH FILLERS

8970 SERIES
8971 SERIES

with EverClean™ Finish

Congratulations on purchasing your American Standard faucet with
EverClean finish found only on American Standard faucets.

EverClean Finish

Certified to comply with ANSI A112.18.1M.

• One wipe effortlessly removes spots
U.S. Patent No. 5,819,789
• Eliminates the need for cleaners and scrubbing
• Permanent surface protectant remains beautiful
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for the life of the faucet
• EverClean™ available on: Polished Chrome, Satin Nickel,
Stainless Steel, Polished Brass (or any combination of these finishes)
To ensure that your installation proceeds smoothly-please read these instructions carefully before you begin.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INSTALLER!
Please check with local Code Authority for the installation requirements of this product. Some codes require an additional
temperature mixing valve to limit the maximum hot water temperature and vacuum breaker (for products with hand spray)
to be installed with this product.
Required Tools
*Hex key
Flat Blade Screwdriver
*Supplied with Fitting

Adjustable Wrench

Channel Locks

5VCJOH$VUUFS

Phillips Screwdriver



SPOUT INSTALLATION

CAUTION

Turn off hot and cold water
supplies before beginning.

Insert SPOUT SHANK (1) through center hole of bath tub LEDGE.
Make sure that the RUBBER RING (2) is properly seated in recess
at base of SPOUT (6).

6
1
O-RING

2
3
4
5

Attach RUBBER WASHER (3) and BRASS WASHER (4) to SHANK (1)
from underside of ledge and secure SPOUT (6) position with LOCKNUT (5).



VALVE INSTALLATION
Prepare TUBE and TEE ASSEMBLY (1) to fit existing VALVE (2) location (between 6-1/2"
and12"). If necessary, cut and/or bend TUBING (3) carefully. Make sure tube bend
is close to the TEE (4) so that it will not effect the compression joint at the VALVE (2).
Remove COUPLING NUT (5) and FERRULE (6) from each VALVE (2)
and slide onto TUBING (3).
Push TUBING (3) ends into VALVE (2) side outlets. Insert VALVES (2)
into mounting holes from underside of ledge.
Press TEE (4) onto SPOUT SHANK (7) making certain that the O-RING (8)
is properly seated on SHANK (7).
HOT
Tighten LOCKNUT (12) to secure VALVE (2) position. Attach COUPLING (11 or 11a)
to TEE (4) and tighten. Note: For product with Hand Shower, COUPLING (11)
is tightened using a 10mm (3/8”) Hex Wrench.
3
Place RUBBER RING (9) into ESCUTCHEON (10) and screw ESCUTCHEON (10)
onto valve until snug against internal stop.
Slide FERRULE (6) and COUPLING NUT (5) to outlet of VALVE (2)
and tighten COUPLING NUT (5) firmly.
Connect HOT water supply to inlet of left VALVE and COLD water supply to
inlet of right VALVE using appropriate connector.

SPOUT

7
8

HANDLE
SCREW

10
9

5
2

4

12

11
11a

1

COLD

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HANDSHOWER INSTALLATION (Mode 8971 series only)
IMPORTANT

Check with local codes, and if required, add a vacuum breaker
kit (part no. 028708) at specified height. Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the kit.

6

9

2

Drop ESCUTCHEON (1) through the fourth hole of the tub ledge
(12" max from SPOUT center) with HOLDER (2) directed towards
tub center. Be sure RUBBER RING (3) is properly seated in
ESCUTCHEON (1). Attach RUBBER WASHER (4) and BRASS WASHER (5)
from underside of ledge. Secure ESCUTCHEON (1) by tightening locknut.

1
3
4
5

Add SEAL WASHER (6) and connect HOSE (7) to outlet nipple on
bottom of COUPLING (10). Tighten firmly.

10

Unscrew HOLDER (2) from ESCUTCHEON (1). Slip SHOWER HOSE (8)
with COUPLING NUT through HOLDER (2) and ESCUTCHEON (1).
Install SEALS (6) and connect both HOSES (7, 8), attach
HOLDER (2) to ESCUTCHEON (1) and connect
HANDSHOWER (9).
NOTE



6
7

8

When not in use, HANDSHOWER should be seated
in the HOLDER.

TEST INSTALLED FAUCET
CAUTION

The flow rate of this Tub Filler exceeds 20 gallons/minute
at higher water pressure. Do not fill bathtub unattended.

4

See separate "Instruction Sheet for handle installation.
Turn VALVES (1) to "off" position.

1

With handles in "off" position, turn on water supplies and check
all connections for leaks.
Operate both handles and flush water lines thoroughly.
Check SPOUT (2) mounting for leaks.
Lift HAND SHOWER (3) from holder, direct spray into tub, lift
TRANSFER KNOB (4) to check HAND SHOWER (3) and HOSES for leaks.
Turn VALVES "off."
If spout drips, operate handles several times from OFF to ON position.
Do not force - handles turn only 90$.



LOCKNUT

6

3
2

Before the bathroom is completely finished, you may
want to remove spout, handshower, and handles.

To remove handles, see separate "Instruction Sheet."
To remove SPOUT (1), proceed as follows:
Lift TRANSFER ROD (2) and unscrew KNOB (3). (Model 3941 only).
Remove PLUG BUTTON (4) and remove SET SCREW (5)
using 5mm hex wrench supplied.
Lift SPOUT (1) off SHANK (6) carefully
and remove RUBBER RING (7).
Unscrew SHANK SLEEVE (8) and lift TRANSFFER ROD (2)
from SHANK (6) (Model 3901 & 3941 only).
Reverse sequence to re-install SPOUT (1). Be sure
RUBBER RING (7) is properly seated in its recess at the
base of the SPOUT (1). Make certain SET SCREW (5) is
properly aligned and tight so that SPOUT (1) is locked in place.



7
5

2
4

8

6

1

To replace SHOWER HOSE, proceed as follows:

SERVICE
To change direction of handle rotation,
proceed as follows:
1
Turn valve to OFF position.
Remove INSERT and HANDLE SCREW.
Slip HANDLE with ADAPTER off.
Remove SPRING CLIP (1).
Lift STOP WASHER (2), turn 90p and replace.
Replace SPRING CLIP (1).
Replace ADAPTER, HANDLE, SCREW, and
INSERT.
Plastic SCREEN (3) in CARTRIDGE (4) may accumulate
dirt causing reduced water flow. To clean, first
turn off hot and cold water supplies, then:
Remove HANDLE (see above).
Unscrew CARTRIDGE (3) with wrench.
3
Thoroughly rinse plastic SCREEN (4) at
base of CARTRIDGE (3).
Replace CARTRIDGE (3) until flange is
tight against valve body.
Turn valves OFF.
4
Replace ADAPTER, HANDLE, SCREW,
and INSERT.

3

2

Disconnect HANDSHOWER.
Unscrew HOLDER and pull SHOWER HOSE until hose
coupling appears.
Prevent HOSE from slipping back (use clamp, tape, etc.)
Disconnect SHOWER HOSE.
Remove HOLDER from old HOSE and slip over new
SHOWER HOSE.
Insert new SEALS and connect HOSES and HANDSHOWER.
Open valves, lift transfer knob and check for leaks.
Release HOSE, screw HOLDER back to ESCUTCHEON,
and seat HANDSHOWER.

HOT LINE FOR HELP
For toll-free information and answers to your questions, call:
1 (800) 442-1902
Weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST
IN CANADA 1-800-387-0369 (TORONTO 1-905-306-1093)
Weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. EST
IN MEXICO 01-800-839-12-00

Product names listed herein are trademarks of American Standard Inc.
© American Standard Inc. 1999

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