Many of us live in rather cramped city apartments, for this reason the question of installing a shower cabin is acute. It saves space in the bathroom. But today we will not describe the installation process, we will touch on a slightly different topic, namely, how to turn on the shower cabin.
Besides, we will describe all the possible nuances related to this topic. Of course, the instruction manual for the shower cabin is always attached by the manufacturer to the product itself. But we will consider the issue in more detail, we will describe the whole process in an accessible language so that there are no difficulties in the inclusion process after reading this article. And we'll start with a photo.
Shower cabins: photo
From the photos you can understand that the choice of such plumbing on the market today is very wide, almost unlimited. Shower cabins differ in size, style, color and other characteristics. But regarding how to turn on the shower stall,the device of all models looks about the same. We'll walk you through how to do this, using a standard classic cab as an example, this guide will work with any other model in over 99% of the cases.
Models may vary in design:
- Type of installation (most often corner models, but there are also those that are not installed in the corner, but near the wall).
- Shape (most often models are square, square with one rounded corner or rectangle).
- Type of pallet (high or low pallet).
- Type of door opening (the door can move on rollers, moving to the side, or it can be hinged).
- Type of glass (tinted, frosted or plain).
Here are the main division criteria and their distinguishing features, this is not a complete list, but the main points have been listed.
The imagination of manufacturers is limitless. The models are very different, there are many of them, and they all look pretty nice. Making a choice is sometimes difficult. Sometimes it is the above criteria that help to decide, because not all options will be able to fit into every bathroom (dimensions, etc.).
Turn on
How to turn on the shower? We begin to consider the situation from the moment when everything is already fully installed and connected to all necessary communications (water supply, sanitation).
In the corner of the cabin is everything you need to control. Usually the detail that answers the question abouthow to turn on the water in the shower, is a small pin. To open the water, you need to turn it up. Accordingly, to close the water, this pin must be turned down. Turning this mechanism to the left or right allows you to control the water temperature that is comfortable for you (hot or cold).
Modes
We learned how to turn on the water in the booth. Now let's look at how you can change its modes of operation. That is, how to turn on the water in the shower from a hand or ceiling watering can or wall nozzles.
To switch modes there is another pin, it is located directly next to the mechanism for turning on the water. By rotating this pin clockwise, you can switch between operating modes. Switching the mode is accompanied by a click in the control mechanism, you need to rotate it exactly until it clicks so that you do not have two modes turned on at once (half each).
In general, washing in a cabin is very comfortable and convenient, if you fully understand exactly how it works. Many people who have always washed in the bath, having tried at least once to bathe in the shower, almost immediately change their minds and believe that this option is much better and more convenient than the bath.
Operation
There are no special features, everything is simple and clear. If your apartment has not quite clean water, and there are no filters to clean it, then from time to time you will have to clean the watering cans and nozzles, whichwill be clogged with lime.
But I must say that this is rarely required (usually once every few years). Of course, it will be better if a filter or filter system is installed to purify the water before entering the shower. The instruction manual does not require the implementation of this paragraph without fail. But you and your loved ones should bathe in this water. It is in your interests to create such conditions so that the plumbing works longer. Clean water is what you need for this.
The same applies to glass. Sometimes during operation they will need to be washed, as they will lose their transparency over time. But it doesn't have to be done every time, but bathroom maintenance is no easier.
Producers
There are three main categories among manufacturers:
- Famous world brands from Europe and the USA.
- Chinese budget stamps.
- Russian production.
The price usually matches the quality. The cheapest options are models from China. This is not to say that the quality of their performance is always terrible. There are models that will serve you for decades, but this is always a pig in a poke purchase.
Shower cabins from Europe and the USA are the most expensive and the highest quality. These are premium models. If you can afford such products, feel free to choose what you like.
Domestic models are somewhere in between the two categories mentioned above in terms of price and quality.
Let's say that absolutely all manufacturers have their customers. As well aspositive and negative feedback on all options. China still occupies a larger segment in our market.
Special varieties
There are options that, for example, are equipped with a Turkish bath function or some other similar addition. Such shower boxes are much more expensive. Do you need such a model? You decide for yourself, because someone will call it a waste of a significant amount of money, and someone will think that this is a great way to relax after a hard day's work.
Also, we will not consider the question of how to turn on a shower of this type, because there are no differences. And the above-mentioned functions in these shower boxes are usually turned on by turning the tap or by a separate remote button.
Enabling auxiliary functions
Recently, you can often find relatively budget models that are additionally equipped with:
- Illuminated inside the booth.
- Radio
- Video intercom.
These are the main auxiliary functions, but an incomplete list of "specials". Of course, most often there are exactly those pleasant additions that were listed above.
To enable, disable and control some of the functions, there is always a special panel with control keys. Everything is intuitively clear, you should not stop at this moment.
Typical malfunctions
- The most common failure is when you add coldwater and it gets hotter. This is no mysticism. The thing is that the person who was involved in the installation mixed up the inputs for connecting hot and cold water. The solution to the problem is to swap the water inlets. But some people just put up with such a problem and eventually get used to the fact that cold water is hot and vice versa.
- When you turn on the water, it does not go. Check if the connection is correct.
- Leak. Check for leaks, if sources of leakage are found, then you can correct the situation with silicone sealant.
Conclusion
Today we figured out how to turn on the shower in the shower, and also fully considered all the nuances that are associated with this topic. As it turns out, there is nothing difficult in the inclusion process. Everything is extremely clear and intuitive. Absolutely every person will cope with such a task, regardless of whether he had a similar experience.
Sometimes sellers in the store offer you to connect a shower stall for some money. The most difficult thing in this process is the assembly, as it consists of rather heavy elements. Connecting is not a very difficult moment.
In addition, instructions are attached to each booth that will help solve all difficulties, but our article also fully answers all possible questions and explains incomprehensible points.
