T80 Pro-Fit Electric Shower (2024)

FAQs

Will an electric shower work with low water pressure? ›

The answer to this question is yes, most modern electric showers are designed to work with a cold mains system with low pressure, however there are some exceptions to the rule, if you have a cold mains plumbing system with very low or fluctuating pressure you may want to consider a pumped electric shower.

The most likely reason why the unit is not heating the water fully is that a heating element has failed. These elements can be tested for continuity using a multi-meter. If open circuit a new heater assembly is needed.

And don't take our word for it – we've never fitted a showerr in our loves. But our plumber's fitted them a time or two (-hundred), and he told us that it's a great replacement shower, as it's a pretty universal fit; no re-tiling is needed.

Most plumbers can do this and can advise on the cost of replacing it. They should also be able to advise on the cost of putting in a mixer shower if you prefer. A mixer shower will work ok if you have a combi boiler. If you have a hot water cylinder you will need a pump to provide enough pressure to the mixer shower."

Boost Your Existing Electric Shower

The Shower Power Booster pump can be fitted before an existing electric shower to boost pressure and stop fluctuation in pressure and temperature. When taps or toilets are used, water pressure to an electric shower will fall.

Alternatively, if your shower is not hot enough in winter, use the High power setting and turn the temperature dial clockwise to make it run hotter. Always ensure the showerhead and hose are clear of obstructions or blockages when adjusting your electric shower.

Mains pressure cold water *Minimum running pressure and flow to 100kPa (1.0 bar) at 8 litres per minute the inlet of the shower for full performance for 8.5Kw- 9.5Kw *Minimum running pressure and flow to 150kPa (1.5 bar) at 11 litres per minute the inlet of the shower for full performance for 10.5Kw Maximum static ...

The valve can break, become faulty or even fall off causing your shower water pressure to drop. You'll need to contact a professional plumber to fix this problem. Mineral build up can cause pipes to corrode over time leading to them being brittle. Broken pipes could be the cause of a pressure problem.

The T80 series is an iconic range of Triton showers loved by Britain's bathrooms for over 30 years. The T80Z is the first of a new generation, an evolution in terms of its sleek styling; a blending of curves and angles, but a chip off the old block when it comes to build quality, function and durability.

Is a Triton T80 a pumped shower? ›

T80SR uses the latest generation quiet pump technology to provide a peaceful, tank fed, integral pumped electric shower, designed for installations where the pressure of the mains water supply is too low, unreliable or non-existent.

Cons of mixer showers:

The flow rate from your shower head can be negatively affected by the shower hose running up from taps or a valve instead of down from a unit. With manual valves or bath shower mixer taps, temperature can be difficult to control and adjust.

Instead of taking on the task yourself and risking injury, you should enlist the services of a qualified plumber for the safe replacement or re-installation of an electric shower.

Whilst the cost to run an electric shower is more expensive than a mixer, there are other benefits to consider. They are an ideal choice for new bathrooms or extensions as they only require a cold-water supply.

All taps and showers are rated with a minimum required pressure rating, which will usually be between 0.1 and three bar. Anything below one bar is considered low pressure.

No water coming out of the electric shower

This could be caused by blocked pipes or a blocked shower head, or an issue with a faulty solenoid valve coil. If you can't see any obvious blockages that you can unblock, a plumber should be able to locate the problem and fix it for you.

Can A Shower Head Improve Low Water Pressure? Absolutely! A high-quality shower head can definitely improve low water pressure in your shower.

The other main difference is that power showers also use an electric pump to increase water pressure. Electric showers rely on the pressure of your mains water supply only - which doesn't use a pump. If you want to connect your electric shower to a shower pump, you can only do so if you don't have a combi boiler.