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Phoenix Power shower

  • 30-12-2013 5:29pm
    #1
    Bartron
    Registered Users Posts: 17 ✭


    I have a phoenix power shower that hasn't worked properly in a while. It's about 10 years old but is still working fine to a degree. The problem is that it keeps its full power until I turn it to about lukewarm temperature. The pump then cuts out. But if I continue turning, the temperature will continue to rise to piping hot but the pump has remained stopped. This is fine during the warmer weather when a cooler shower will suffice but it is a pain in the winter time. Is it something that is easily adjustable of do I need a plumber/electrician.


Comments

  • #2
    whizbang
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,946 ✭✭✭whizbang


    Are you in a limescale area ? First thing to do is clean out the spray head.

    Is your water supply sufficient? - does the behavior change if you flush the loo, or turn on a tap in the sink

    Maybe a problem with the motor, are the brushes ok?


  • #3
    Bartron
    Registered Users Posts: 17 ✭Bartron


    I don't think I am in a major limescale area. I installed a new hose and showerhead recently so I don't think it is that. The water supply is good and the toilet or other taps operating don't effect it. As regards the motor and the brushes I wouldn't have a clue about them.
    In the manual it mentions an anti scald system which will switch off the pump if the temperature starts to exceed the scald temperature. I thought there might be someway to adjust this temperature so as to increase the heat of the water. I was hoping if it wasn't something too technical that could be done I would have a go but if it is I'll call in the experts. I have include 2 pages from the manual if it helps.


  • #4
    whizbang
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,946 ✭✭✭whizbang


    Can you put the old head and hose back on and test it again.
    The temperature control can depend on the output flow and consequentially pressure. If you use a different head, the pressure will be different.

    The picture attached, I presume the temperature control is the large circular part where the Hot and Cold come in. Also shows what looks like an adjustment knob marked with a small c. Is this the anti scald adjustment?


  • #5
    Bartron
    Registered Users Posts: 17 ✭Bartron


    Unfortunately the old head and hose is gone in the bin. I'll see if the temp can be adjusted using your observations. If not I think I better get someone that has more of a clue than me to have a look at it. Thanks for all the advise, I'll let you know how I get on.


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