FERENO RefreshFlip Shower Head

How to install

Items Supplied

  • Fereno: RefreshFlip Shower Head (01)
  • ABS plastic - WRAS approved
  • Straight Coupling: 1/2 inch BSP.P (optional use)
  • Reel: PTFE Plumbers Tape

Tools Required

  • Pozidrive Screwdriver (PZ2)
  • Adjustable Wrench (fitting coupling only)

A short installation video

Attach to Shower Arms

  • Shower arms must have a standard 1/2 inch BSP, parallel male thread - at least 10 mm long.
  • When existing shower arm has a 1/2 inch BSP parallel female thread, attach coupling supplied, when suitable.

Safety First

  • Avoid accidents due to slipping and hot water contact - ensure area is dry and isolate water before entering.
  • Always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.

Easy Installation Steps

  • Check existing arm is in a good, and clean condition.
  • Follow fitting instructions overleaf.

Fereno is suitable for a wide range of popular shower installation options.

Unsure about fitting shower heads? Always contact a competent plumber.

FERENO Installation: General Guidelines

Hot & Cold Water Mixer Valve

Suitable for use between 1-3 bar water pressure. Adjustable water flow rate required - delivering 7-10 litres / minute.

Caution - Hot water can cause serious injury.

Always ensure appropriate hot water protection is provided for the user and by the shower water mixer valve. A suitable hot water safety device must be fitted and maintained.

Choose your wall mounted shower arm option. Widely available in a range of different finishes.

  1. One Piece Riser With Bracket: A popular and cost-effective choice for upgrading showering facilities quickly.
  2. Long Shower Arm: Approx 400mm long, 90 degree bend.
  3. Adjustable Extension Arm: Healthier option to hoses. Used for body or hair washing. Attach to a short shower arm. Always check ceiling height and door clearances.
  4. Short Shower Arm: Approx 140mm long, 135 degree bend. Often fitted with a ball swivel.

Handheld Shower Use
When installing flexible hoses for Fereno handheld use, superior health protection is achievable when the operational requirements are met. Install shorter length hoses when practical and always connect to a suitable water backflow check valve.

Fereno: Handheld Shower Arm
Chrome plated ABS plastic shower arm, supplied in two parts that screw tightly together. Insert washer supplied between parts to achieve a water tight seal.

Maintenance

  • Dismantle shower arm when cleaning and replace washer, at least annually.
  • Inspect for any damage caused by misuse and replace parts as necessary.

Handheld Shower Arm
Shown supplied in two-parts and assembled with shower head.

FERENO Easy to use

Although your RefreshFlip shower head is developed for healthier showering and cannot be compared with the likes of any other, typically there is no difference in operation - just enjoy your shower as you normally do!

Easy to Protect Yourself and Others

Keeping Your Shower Head Hygienic

Keeping Your Shower Head Hygienic
First of all, you should consider how often your shower is used and then follow the appropriate safety steps, which should be carried out periodically, as necessary.

Regularly Used Showers (Used Weekly)
Perform: RefreshFlip - EasyClean

Infrequently Used Showers (Occasional Use)
Perform: FastDry - SafeFlush - EasyClean

Unique Hygiene Display
Inspired by the moon’s timeless cycle, Fereno shower heads shows off it’s unique moon-phase display; reminding us to perform a few simple safety steps - in phase with the moon!

Rearranging Spray Plate Positions
Always use one hand to slacken or tighten the larger shower face ring, whilst using your other hand to grip and hold steady the smaller rear part of the shower head.

Caution: A small amount of hot water may be released when the spray plate is flipped open.

Showers: Regular use

Traditional Shower Heads - Cleaning Challenge

For the workplace, Health & Safety Authorities describe regular shower head dismantling and cleaning is essential for removing slimes hidden inside. At home, cleaning is often overlooked as dismantling may be difficult, especially when complex parts are fitted and impossible to perform when shower heads are sealed units.

Fereno: EasyClean Technology

  • No dismantling required - just flip open and clean!
  • Do not insert fingers into shower head - use a soft clean cloth with a mild antibacterial solution.
  • Inspect regularly and clean any discolouring and at least every six weeks, or more frequently as necessary.

How to Perform EasyClean (First - Turn Shower Off)

  1. Loosen: Twist face a quarter turn, anti-clockwise.
  2. Flip: Press edge of spray plate, flip open and clean.
  3. After cleaning: Flip spray plate shut and flat across shower head face - with new moon phase displayed.
  4. Retighten: Twist, quarter turn clockwise, tighten firmly.

Traditional Shower Heads - Bacteria Control Challenge

Greater shower head use increases bacteria collection by spray plates, where it is held in conditions suitable for rapid growth and should be removed regularly.

Fereno: RefreshFlip Technology

Transforming shower head hygiene:

  • Simply flip spray plate fully over - fortnightly.
  • Exposing and killing bacteria, naturally by air-drying.
  • Afterwards, check new moon phase is displayed.

How to Perform RefreshFlip (First - Turn Shower Off)

  1. Loosen: Twist face a quarter turn, anti-clockwise.
  2. Flip: Press spray plate edge and flip fully over.
  3. Position: Arrange spray plate so evenly flat across shower head face and with new moon phase displayed.
  4. Retighten: Twist face, clockwise and tighten firmly.

Best Practice
Wipe new moon phase face clean with a soft clean cloth.

Showers: Infrequently-Used

Traditional Shower Heads - Bacteria Control Challenge

When unused, shower heads drying slowly create ideal environments for bacteria to thrive and where limescale buildup can also become a problem in hard water areas.

Fereno: FastDry Technology

Transforming shower head hygiene:
Arrange FastDry when the shower is not likely to be used for sometime -

  • Ventilating and draining water from the shower head.
  • Reducing limescale buildup and bacteria growth.

Air-Block Technology

When FastDry is arranged, the spray plate also blocks airflow into pipework, helping reduce slow-drying.

How to Perform FastDry (First - Turn Shower Off)

  1. Loosen: Twist face a quarter turn, anti-clockwise.
  2. Open: Press edge of spray plate and flip fully open.
  3. Retighten: Twist face a quarter turn, clockwise, to maintain the spray plate open-position.
  4. Air-Block: Automatically carried out.

Traditional Showers - Bacteria Control Challenge

When out-of-use use, stagnant water left in pipework provides conditions for bacteria growth. When bringing showers back into service, stagnant water should be flushed safely to drain, however, shower users now face the risk of bacteria collection by shower head spray plates.

Fereno: SafeFlush Technology

Transforming shower head hygiene:
Avoiding bacteria collection in shower heads when flushing.

How to Perform SafeFlush (First - Turn Shower Off)

  1. Loosen: Twist face a quarter turn, anti-clockwise, and flip spray plate into the fully open position.
  2. Directing flushed water: Point shower head downwards and arrange the flat face of spray plate so it aligns vertically with the floor - see centre image below.
  3. Flush: Set the shower mixer valve to a warm / hot setting.

Flushing - General Guidelines

  • Flush for longer than it takes for the shower to warm-up.
  • Avoid breathing mists when flushing showers.

Flushing large or older houses - flush for longer periods.

Independent Studies - Household Shower Heads

More recently, studies published in the UK and Australia exposed a critical public health concern:

  • High percentages of household shower heads have been found contaminated with harmful bacteria.
  • Scientists carrying out studies are calling out for much needed public health campaigns to help raise awareness about the simple steps people can take to help protect themselves from exposure to harmful bacteria when showering at home.