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CHATEAU® POSI-TEMP® Single-Handle Tub/Shower Valve

Model: L23553EP

DESCRIPTION

• Metal Construction with various finishes identified by suffix
• Pressure balancing cycle valve design with an adjustable temperature limit stop
• 1/2" CC connections
• Includes showerhead, arm, flange and diverter tub spout

OPERATION

• Lever style Handle
• Handle operates counterclockwise through a 270° arc with off at 6 o'clock and maximum hot at the 9 o'clock position. Shut off in clockwise direction
• Adjustable temperature limit stop to control maximum hot water temperature
• Pressure balancing mechanism maintains selected discharge temperature to ± 3°

FLOW

• Showerhead is limited to 2.5 gpm (9.5 L/min) Max
• EP suffix models are limited to 1.75gpm (6.6 L/min) Max

CARTRIDGE

• 1222 cartridge design
• Nonmetallic/nonferrous and stainless steel materials
• Accommodates back to back installations

STANDARDS

• Third party certified to meet ASSE 1016, ASME A112.18.1/CSA B125.1, and all applicable requirements referenced therein
• EP suffix models are third party certified to Watersense®
• ADA [accessibility symbol] for lever handle

WARRANTY

• Lifetime limited warranty against leaks, drips and finish defects to the original consumer purchaser
• 5 year warranty if used in commercial installations

Installation Diagrams

Thick Wall Application

Diagram shows a cross-section of a wall with the valve installed. Key dimensions and features include:

• Escutcheon Diameter: 6-1/2" (165mm)
• Connections: 2" CC (51mm), 1-7/8" IPS (48mm) Max Wall
• Indicates Finished Wall Line
• Face of Stud: 1/2" MIN. CC (13mm), 5/8" MIN IPS (16mm)
• Direction of Handle Rotation is shown
• Floor Line is indicated

Thin Wall Application

Diagram shows a cross-section for thinner walls or specific surrounds, featuring:

• Plaster Ground
• Plastic Tub/Shower Surround
• Diameter Wall Opening: 2-1/4" (57mm) MIN. to 3-1/2" (89mm) MAX.
• Valve body and connections are depicted.

General Dimensions

Additional dimensions noted: Nominal height 6'-6" (1981mm). Shower height recommendations: 45" (1143mm) to 48" (1219mm). Tub spout reach: 32" (813mm).