Product Overview & Compliance
This Oliveri mixer tap is designed for kitchen use and is manufactured to standard AS/NZS 3718. It complies with the Lead Free requirements of the National Construction Code Volume 3.
[Lead Free]
⚠️ THIS MIXER TAP MUST BE INSTALLED BY A LICENSED PLUMBER IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS.
Technical Specifications
| MAX OPERATING PRESSURE: | 5 bar (500kPa) |
| RECOMMENDED OPERATION PRESSURE: | 1.5-5 bar (150-500kPa) |
| MAX HOT WATER TEMPERATURE: | 65°C |
| RECOMMENDED HOT WATER TEMPERATURE: | 50°C |
Where water pressure exceeds 500kPa, a pressure reducing device is required to be installed. Note that water pressure overnight can reach 150% of the daytime pressure.
Installation of aerators containing flow regulators: Upon re-installation, the aerator should be tightened with an aerator key to prevent removal by hand.
Ceramic Cartridges: Warranty claims will not be honoured where the ceramic cartridge has malfunctioned due to the presence in the water supply of:
- Copper tube pieces, sand, dirt or stones
- Thread tape
- Other objects not normally present in potable water supplies.
Do not remove the cartridge from the body as it has been pressure tested and tightened to a specific torque.
Before attempting any work involving mains water supply lines, ensure the water supply is shut off. Stop valves (preferably with filters) must be used when installing your Oliveri mixer to allow isolation (not supplied with mixer). Failure to do so where required will void warranty.
This mixer tap is already pre-assembled and tested. Do not disassemble, as this may void the warranty. This mixer tap must be installed in accordance with these instructions.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with a soft cloth and warm soapy water as necessary - rinse and dry after cleaning. Under no circumstances should abrasive or acid based cleaning products be used.
Warranty
Subject to the terms contained in the full warranty information available at oliveri.com.au/service-and-warranty, where a genuine manufacturing defect arises within the warranty period Oliveri will, at its election, repair the defect or replace the product.
This warranty does not cover against normal wear and will be voided if the product is misused or not installed in accordance with these instructions. Note: Fitting spout-attached devices, including water filters, to this mixer will void warranty.
Oliveri goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. Consumers are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. Consumers are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Warranty Periods:
| Product | Component | Domestic Use | Commercial Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen Tapware | Cartridge | 10 years replacement parts, 1 year labour | 7 years replacement parts, 1 year labour |
| Body | 7 years replacement parts, 1 year labour | 1 year replacement parts & labour | |
| Finish (chrome) VE590FCR-P | 7 years replacement parts, 1 year labour | 1 year replacement parts & labour | |
| Finish (Other) VE590FBN-P, VE590FMB-P | 5 years replacement parts, 1 year labour | 1 year replacement parts & labour |
Service Information
If a problem represents a danger, or damage to property may occur, immediately shut off the water supply. If the mixer tap requires servicing, please contact your plumber (preferably the one who installed it). Most problems occur due to contaminated supply lines or water pressure exceeding 500kPa.
Unscrew and clean the spout aerator periodically - especially if you notice a drop in water pressure.
If the Plumber / Installer is satisfied that the problem is not due to poor installation, contact Oliveri's nominated Warranty Service Agent for assistance on:
- Phone: (08) 8348 6444 (choose the after sales service & warranty option)
- Email: warranty@oliveri.com.au
For full warranty information visit: oliveri.com.au/service-and-warranty
If a warranty service call finds that the spout does not have a genuine manufacturing fault, Oliveri's Warranty Service Agent reserves the right to pass on any call-out fee to the householder.
Installation Instructions
General Note
This product is to be installed by a licensed plumber. Installation must comply with the AS/NZS 3500 series of Standards, Plumbing Code of Australia and applicable plumbing codes and regulations.
Pressures & Temperatures
Maximum Hydrostatic Pressure: 500kPa. Note: AS/NZS 3500.1 Subclause 3.3.4 (Maximum pressure within buildings) states "The maximum static pressure at any outlet, other than a fire service outlet, within a building shall not exceed 500kPa. Note: Pressures above 500kPa can cause damage from water hammer, reduced life of appliances, taps and fittings, and cause excessive noise in the system."
Minimum Hydrostatic Pressure: 150kPa. Note: This Product may not be suitable for use with low pressure/gravity feed water supplies or with some continuous flow/instantaneous hot water systems.
The maximum operating temperature for the Mixer Tap is 65°C. The recommended maximum delivery temperature is 50°C.
Please ensure that the lines are flushed prior to installation as contaminates in the water can damage the ceramic disc cartridge, flow regulator and affect the performance of the mixer.
Installation Steps
- Remove product from packaging and check for damage. If the product is damaged, do not install and return to store of purchase.
- The WELS compliant aerator has been pre-assembled into the mixer outlet. To comply with WELS, the flow regulator must remain in place.
- Ensure Product is complete as per exploded drawing.
- A single 35mm hole is required in the mounting surface.
- The maximum mounting surface thickness cannot exceed 37 mm.
- Ensure bench sealing washer (A) is in place on the base of the Mixer.
- Firmly screw the Mixer Tails (C) into the base of the Mixer, being careful to avoid damage to the O-ring seals. The Mixer Tails are colour coded: red for hot and blue for cold. The Mixer base inlet holes are stamped with "H" for hot and "C" for cold, or a red mark for hot and blue mark for cold. Hand tighten only.
- Feed the Mixer Tails (C) and (L) through the mounting surface, each Tail alternately. Feed the Braided Hose (L) through the mounting surface and the Stabiliser Plate (B), and position the mixer on the mounting surface, ensuring the Dress Ring (A) and Stabiliser Plate (B) are positioned correctly.
- Slide Rubber Seal (E) onto the threaded inlet tube followed by Metal Plate (F).
- Note: The Mixer Tails should be positioned towards the user and the Fixing/Inlet tube to the back.
- Using Fixing Nut (G) tighten Mixer to the mounting surface.
- Screw Dual Check Valve (H) to the end of Inlet Tube (D), ensuring sealing washer (I) is in place.
- Screw the male threaded end of Braided Hose (L) into Hose Dual Check Valve (H), ensuring sealing washer (J) is in place.
- Connect Mixer tails to mains water 1/2" stop cock. Tighten to 10Nm, Do NOT overtighten.
- Note: Ensure the Mixer Tails are not kinked, bent, stretched or twisted when assembling to the mains water supply. The Mixer Tail connection between the Mixer and the water supply must have a natural curve (minimum bend radius 30 mm). Ensure Mixer tails are installed indoors, above-ground, and remain accessible - do not bury, submerge, install behind a wall, floor or ceiling. Do not expose to abrasions, corrosive agents or the like. Test for leaks: If a leak occurs, retighten slightly.
- It is recommended that In-Line filters be installed to ensure a cleaner flow of water to the Mixer.
- The Braided Mixer Hose (L) will have a natural curve under the mounting surface. On the hand piece side of the curve, fit the Return Weight (M) using the two screws provided. Fit the Weight approximately 100mm up from the bottom of the curve on the hand piece side. The position can be adjusted to suit, but the weight must remain on the hand piece side of the curve.
- Pull the hand piece (K) out from the Mixer to test hose extension, release the hand piece (K) to ensure that it returns accurately back into the Mixer cradle.
Diagram Component Descriptions (Exploded View)
The installation diagram shows an exploded view of the mixer tap components:
- K: Handpiece
- A: Bench sealing washer / Dress Ring (provides a seal and aesthetic finish against the mounting surface)
- B: Stabiliser Plate (adds stability to the mixer installation)
- C: Mixer Tails (flexible hoses with 1/2" connectors for hot and cold water supply, colour-coded red for hot and blue for cold)
- D: Inlet Tube (main connection point for the braided hose)
- E: Rubber Seal (part of the mounting assembly)
- F: Metal Plate (part of the mounting assembly)
- G: Fixing Nut (secures the mixer to the mounting surface)
- H: Dual Check Valve (prevents backflow of water)
- I: Sealing Washer (for the Dual Check Valve connection)
- J: Sealing Washer (for the Braided Hose connection)
- L: Braided Hose (connects the handpiece to the inlet tube, allowing for pull-out functionality)
- M: Return Weight (attached to the braided hose to assist with retraction of the handpiece)
Braided flexible hoses must be inspected every 12 months for warning signs of failure, including bulging, rust spots, wear, moisture, snapped threads, kinking, water staining, general corrosion, or discolouration. Mixer tails showing any signs of the above mentioned warning signs must be replaced immediately.
To the Consumer
The Mixer is to only be cleaned with warm soapy water and a soft cloth.
Under no circumstances should any abrasive, cream, or acid-based cleaning agents be used, as these types of cleaners can damage the finish, cartridge, seals, and Mixer aerator.
