TECHNICAL RANGE

Flushmaster Flush Valves,

Demand & Metering Taps
Flushmaster Flush Valves
WATER-SAVING TOILET FLUSH MECHANISMS
Cobra Flush Valves
The flush valves allow for adjustable water delivery and non-hold open function. These can be preset
to deliver only enough water to clean the urinal or toilet and no more. They also cannot be left in the
open position, and therefore have to be re-activated for another flush.

Cobra Dual Flush Toilets

The dual flush toilets are fitted with a dual flush activation that will dispense either a 3 litre or 6 litre
flush.

Standard Flushmaster Flush Valves

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type with wall plate, inlet control stop.

Code: FM1.000

FM1.000, STANDARD MANUAL FLUSHMASTER FLUSH VALVE

BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDE

Please take note that the following fixtures/ installations should be completed before installing the
flushmaster flush valve:

Water closet (toilet) or Urinal

Drain line
Waste pipes
Water supply line

The water supply line should be ideally installed in a brick wall (110mm or 230mm) and the piping
should be “chased” into the wall. The water supply line should then be plastered/ tiled closed.
This will prevent unnecessary movement of the flushmaster flush valve when operated.
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BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDE

IMPORTANT NOTE:

All plumbing is to be installed according to the applicable regulations, rules, codes and procedures.
Water supply lines and piping must be sized to provide the adequate volume of water for every
flush cycle (60l/ min).
Take note of the minimum required operating pressure (30 - 300kPa) of the device (a pressure
pump may be installed to increase the water supply pressure to the minimum required/ desired
levels).
Take care not to exceed the maximum operating pressure (600kPa) for the specific device (a PRV
- pressure reducing valve) can or should be installed on the main water supply line to balance
the water pressure.
Flush all water line prior to installation to clear it of any potential debris.
Do not use any “toothed tools” to install or service the flushmaster flush valve - this will result in

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE (only for the Flushmaster flush valve):

1) Install the control stop assembly (BC-FM8.60)

- A - and wall flange. PFT-tape or “hemp”
should be used on the male threads to create a
leak-free coupling.

2) Prior to inserting the flushmaster flush valve

“tailpiece” - B - (the end which inserts into
the control stop assembly), take note that the
“o-ring” seal - C - is located in the “o-ring seal
groove” (see the end of the “tailpiece”) and that
the “lock nut” - D - and “double cap seal” - E-
are located and positioned as shown.

3) Insert the flushmaster flush valve “tailpiece” into

the control stop assembly and hand-tighten the
lock nut to the stop control assembly. Plumb
the entire unit now.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
a. Flushpipe (FMT1.1) to connect the flushmaster flush valve to the toilet - back entry.
b. Rubber pan connector (C-FMV8.3) to enable a leak free/ odour free connection between the
flushpipe and the water closet (toilet).
c. Flushpipe (FMT1.2) to connect the flushmaster flush valve to the water closet (toilet) - top entry.
 FM1.000, STANDARD MANUAL FLUSHMASTER FLUSH VALVE
BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDE

SPARES AVAILABLE:
1. Piston assembly (C-FM8.30) 6. Washer kit (C-FM8.50)
2. Plunger assembly (C-FM8.60) 7. Flushpipe coupling nut (C-FM8.14)
3. Control stop assembly (C-FMC1.3) 8. Handle seal (C-FM8.70)
4. Top cover assembly (C-FMC1.2) 9. Handle & Nut assembly (C-FMC1.5)
5. Headpart (C-FM8.32)

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE, CONTINUED (for the installation of the Flushpipe):

FMT1.1 - 38.2mm (BENT); 335mm (VERTICAL LENGTH); 140mm (HORIZONTAL LENGTH)

FMT1.2 - 38.2mm (STRAIGHT); 203mm (VERTICAL LENGTH)
FMT1.3 - 38.2mm (BENT); 508mm (VERTICAL LENGTH); 280mm (HORIZONTAL LENGTH)
FMT3.4CP - 38.2mm (STRAIGHT); 445mm (VERTICAL LENGTH)

4) Determine the length of the flushpipe/ vacuum breaker

tube - F. This pipe is required to connect the flush-
master flush valve and the water closet (toilet) and as
indicated above, it comes in various lengths (vertical
and bent).

5) Hand-tighten the coupling nut at the insertion of the

flushpipe to the flushmaster flush valve and insert the
rubber pan connector into the opening of the water
closet (toilet). Ensure that the rubber pan connector
fits tightly and insert it fully to establish a proper seal.

6) Before the water supply is

turned on, ensure all stop
valves to the flushmaster
flush valve are closed off
properly. The stop valves
can be opened/ closed/
adjusted using the
adjustment screw (at the
centre of the control stop
assembly) - G.

If for any reason the control stop valve needs to be removed completely,
ensure that the water supply is turned off completely.
 FM1.000, STANDARD MANUAL FLUSHMASTER FLUSH VALVE
BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDE

For new installations and servicing of the cartridge:

a. Close off the water supply.

b. Lift out the piston valve/ cartridge.
c. Re-fit the flushmaster flush valve top cover - open the water supply gradually to flush out
potential debris and impurities in the water supply.

After completion:
a. Close the control stop valve
(or alternative stop valves).
b. Remove the flushmaster flush
valve top cover again.
c. Re-fit the piston/ cartridge and
secure properly.
d. Open the control stop valve
(or alternative stop valves).

INSTALLATION/ FUNCTIONING PROBLEMS:

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Valve does not operate Water supply Check water supply

Valve does not shut off Dirt in piston bypass Clean bypass groove (*)
Dirt/ debris at valve seat Clean valve seat
Dirt/ debris at sealing area Clean piston
* BYPASS
GROOVE

Insufficient water Incorrect flushmaster for application Check requirements

Control stop valve incorrectly Adjust control stop valve
installed Replace piston
Piston damaged Turn piston adjustment
Piston stroke too short screw anti-clockwise

Too much water Incorrect flushmaster for application Check requirements

Noisy flush Control stop valve improperly adjusted Adjust screw at control
stop valve clockwise
Piston stroke too long Turn piston adjustment
screw clockwise

Lever assembly leaks Lever nut is loose Tighten nut

Fibre washer damaged Replace washer
U-packing dirty Disassemble lever &
clean u-packing
 TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type. Back entry + flush pipe pan connector.

Code: FM1.100

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type. Top entry + flush pipe pan connector,

integral vacuum breaker.
Code: FM1.210

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type with integral vacuum breaker and

wall flange.
Code: FM2.000

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type. Back entry with integral vacuum

breaker. Pan connector and wall flange.
Code: FM2.100

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type. Top entry with integral vacuum breaker. Pan
connector and wall flange.
Code: FM2.210
 TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Concealed type. Back entry + palm press. Pan

connector and control stop.
Code: FM3.402

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type with integral vacuum breaker. Econoflush, 1

¼” butterfly control inlet.
Code: KF1.000

TOILET FLUSH VALVES

Description: Exposed type. Back entry with integral vacuum

breaker. Pan connector. Econoflush.
Code: KF1.104

TOILET FLUSH VALVES

Description: Concealed type. Back entry + palm press. Pan

connector. Econoflush.
Code: KF3.402
 TOILET FLUSH VALVE
Description: Concealed type. Back entry with palm press. Pan
connector. Econoflush.
Code: KF3.402PR

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Standard Econoflush front access box. Back entry
with flushpipes, galvanised steel under tile box and steel
face plate.
Code: KF3.412

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Junior Econoflush front access box. Back entry
with flush pipes.
Code: KF4.213

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Concealed type. Palm press pushbutton assembly.
Econoflush.
Code: FJ8.102
 Junior Flushmaster Flush Valves
Flushmaster Junior Slimline
Toilet Flush Valve
70

60

50
Flowrate ltrs/ min

40

30

20

10

0
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Flush time/ sec

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type with ball-o-stop and wall flange.
Chrome plated finish.
Code: FJ2.000

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type with ball-o-stop and wall flange. Econoflush.
Brushed chrome finish.
Code: FJ2.001

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type. Back entry with flush pipe, Pan connector,
wall flange and seat buffer.
Code: FJ2.100
 TOILET FLUSH VALVE
Description: Exposed type. Top entry with flush pipe, pan connector, wall
flange and seat buffer.
Code: FJ2.210

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type. Back entry with flush pipe, pan connector
and seat buffer.
Code: FJ2.601

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Concealed type with ball-o-stop inlet. Econoflush with
captive linkage.
Code: FJ4.001

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Concealed type. Back entry with flush pipes, pan connectors
and palm press. Econoflush with captive linkage.
Code: FJ4.203

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Concealed type. Back entry with vandal resistant
guide tube pushbutton assembly and captive linkage.
Code: FJ4.203PR
 JUNIOR FLUSHMASTER FLUSH VALVES

Flushmaster Junior Slimline - Urinal Flush Valve

Flushmaster junior urinal flush valve graph illustrating flushing. Inlet flow pressure of 100kPa with ball -O - stop valve fully open.

28

24

20
Flowrate ltrs/ min

16

12

0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Flush time/sec

URINAL FLUSH VALVES

Description: Exposed type with ball-o-stop and wall flange.
Chrome plate finish. Additional toilet piston screw.
Code: FJ6.000

URINALS FLUSH VALVES

Description: Exposed type with ball-o-stop. Econoflush. Brushed
chrome finish. Additional toilet piston screw.
Code: FJ6.001

URINAL FLUSH VALVE

Description: Concealed type with Palm press pushbutton
assembly. Econoflush .
Code: FJ8.102
 URINAL FLUSH VALVE
Description: Front access box with palm press, tailpipe, face plate and
ball-o-stop. Brushed chrome finish.
Code: KF8.112

URINAL FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type + ball-o-stop and wall flange, chrome plated.
Code: FJS2.000

URINAL FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type with ball-o-stop and wall flange. Chrome
plated.
Code: FJS6.000

TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type. Back entry with flush pipe, pan connector,
wall flange and seat buffer.
Code: FJS2.100

URINAL FLUSH VALVE

Description: Exposed type, touch - free, electronic control valve. Chrome
plated.
Code: EL-3004
 URINAL FLUSH VALVE
Description: Concealed type, touch - free, electronic control valve.
Code: EL-3005

URINAL FLUSH VALVE

Description: Concealed type, touch - free, electronic control with
manual override button.
Code: EL-3006

URINAL FLUSH VALVES

Description: Square finish, modern, concealed touch - free, electronic
dual flush control with manual override button.
Code: EL-4.213

URINALS FLUSH VALVES

Description: Square finish, modern, concealed touch - free, electronic
control valve.
Code: EL-8.112
 JUNIOR FLUSHMASTER FLUSH VALVES - BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDE

1. Flushmaster Junior Toilet Flush Valves are suitable for operation with flow pressures ranging
from 150-500kPa (back-entry WC) and 200-500kPa (top-entry WC).
2. Flushmaster Junior Urinal Flush Valves are suitable for operation with flow pressures ranging
from 30-300kPa (inlet).
3. The water supply system should be designed so as to yield a minimum flow-rate at each valve.
The minimum flow-rate requirement for a Flushmaster toilet flush valve: 105l/ min. The minimum
flow-rate required for a Flushmaster urinal flush valve: varies (depending on the type of urinal
used).
4. Valves must be accessible for maintenance/ servicing and a suggested minimum clearance of
60mm is required above the unit for this purpose.
5. The outlet of the flush valve must face vertically downwards.
6. Please consult the table below:

MAX LENGTH OF PIPE (M)

MIN STATIC PRESSURE
BETWEEN FLUSH VALVE
@ WATERMETER
AND WATERMAIN
kPa 22mm Pipe
300 3
350 9
400 12
450 14
500 18
550 22
600 29
650 34
700 41

15mm Ø Pipe or 15mm Ø Watermeter must not be used for toilet flush valves.
Friction loss across a 22mm Ø Watermeter has been taken into account (see table above).
Maximum distance as indicated may be increased by 25%, if PVC/ HDPE pipe is used.
The table is illustrative of single storey domestic applications only and for any other installations,
you should consult your Plumber or suitably qualified person to do so.

VALVE SETTINGS:

1. The flow-rate, cycle time and flow pressure

in flush valves can be adjusted at the
ball-o-stop screwdriver slot (indicated by
arrow on the line drawing on the left).
2. The ball-o-stop setting should be such that
there is no splashing whilst ensuring an
adequate flush to clear the pan/ urinal.
3. Flush time can be adjusted by loosening
the grub screw under the pushbutton and
rotating the knulled button surround 180˚
(indicated by black dot on the line drawing
on the left).
 JUNIOR FLUSHMASTER FLUSH VALVES - BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDE

MAINTENANCE OF THE FLUSH VALVE

When to clean the Flush Valve:

Flush valve not closing due to foreign matter between the seat pipe and the diaphragm or under
the relief valve; The by-pass assembly is blocked.

Removal of the Valve Components:

Close the ball-o-stop or stop cock; Unscrew the cover; Remove the piston; To dismantle the
piston, unscrew the relief valve top screw and remove the relief valve and relief valve washer.

Cleaning Procedure:
Gently clean the top of the seat pipe, the underside of the diaphragm, the relief valve washer and
the relief valve seat within the piston plate; The by-pass assembly and if blocked can be cleaned
with a needle.

Checking Valve Performance:

When operating the Flushmaster Junior Toilet Flush Valve, the valve yields ±6.5l/ flush cycle and
the Flushmaster Junior Urinal Flush valve yields ±1.8l/ flush cycle; The period of flow for urinal
flush valves should ideally range 5-16 sec and for the toilet flush valve 1-6 sec; The flush valve
has

FAULT FINDER

PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION TO BE TAKEN

Poor flow Dirt in by-pass, valve seat Follow cleaning instructions
Excessive flush time or relief valve seat
Valve not shutting off
Poor/ excessive flow of water Incorrect ball-o-stop setting Adjust ball-o-stop
Flush time too long/ short

Excessive flush time and/ or Inadequate supply pressure Consult table 1 or your
poor flow Plumber or any suitable
Valve not closing off qualified person able to
Non hold-open feature not calculate system
working pressures and water
supply

Flush time too short/ long Faulty by-pass Clean/ replace by-pass
By-pass blocked

Water hammer Air in the system Fit air release valve

Valve leaking into pan Diaphragm/ relief valve Insert new piston assembly
washer damage

Valve leaking at air Back pressure from pan Clean pan inlet ports
inlet point due to blockage
Cobra Water - Saving
Demand and Metering Taps
Cobra Demand Taps
The demand taps allow water to flow only as long as the button is held down. They cannot be left
running. This feature makes demand taps the ideal choice for public facilities. Only one hand can be
washed at a time.
Cobra Metering Taps
The metering taps allow an adjustable water delivery time from 1 second minimum. They can be
preset to deliver the minimum amount of water required. Water is dispensed only after the push
button has been released. The unit can not be jammed open, both hands can be washed at the same
time.

DEMAND TAP

Demand Tap
KM2.202-20

5
Flow/ L/ min

0
10 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400
Flow Pressure/ kPa KM2.202-20

BIB TAP
Description: Pushbutton with hot and cold indices included.
Chrome plated. ¾” BSP male inlet..
Code: KM2.202-20
 BIB TAP
Description: Pushbutton with hot and cold indices included.
Chrome plated. ½" BSP male inlet.
Code: KM2.202-15

PILLAR TAP
Description: Pushbutton with raised nose includes hot and cold indices.
½" BSP male inlet.
Code: KM2.102

BIB TAP
Description: Pushbutton includes hot and cold indices.
Rough brass. ½" BSP male inlet.
Code: KM2.203-15

BIB TAP
Description: Pushbutton includes hot and cold indices.
Rough brass. ¾” BSP male inlet.
Code: KM2.203-20

STOP TAP
Description: Exposed pushbutton stop tap. Chrome plated finish.
½” BSP female inlets.
Code: KM2.302
METERING TAPS SPECIFICATION

Cobrawatertech (Pty) Ltd

Flow test on KM2.100 with grub screw
2500

2000

1500
ML'S

1000

500

0
5 10 15 20
SECONDS
50 KPA 150 KPA 300 KPA

PILLAR TAP
Description: Self closing, non - hold open. Flow controller.
Flow cycle 1-20 seconds. Chrome plated finish. ½”BSP
male inlet.
Code: KM2.100

PILLAR TAP
Description: Self closing, non - hold open. Flow controller. Flow cycle 1-
20 seconds. Brushed chrome finish.
½” BSP male inlet.
Code: KM2.101

FLOW CONTROL VALVE

Description: Exposed with integral ball-o-stop. Non - hold open.
¾” BSP female inlet.
Code: KM1.000
 BIB TAP
Description: Self closing, non - hold open. Flow controller.
Flow cycle 1-20 seconds. Chrome plated finish. ½”BSP
male inlet.
Code: KM2.200

BIB TAP
Description: Self closing, non - hold open. Flow controller.
Flow cycle 1-20 seconds. Brushed chrome finish. ½”BSP
male inlet.
Code: KM2.201

STOP TAP
Description: Self closing, non - hold open. Flow controller.
Flow cycle 1-20 seconds. ½” BSP male inlet.
Code: KM2.301

URINAL VALVE
Description: Self closin, non - hold open. Flow controller.
Flow cycle 1-20 seconds. Integral shut-off valve. ½”BSP
male inlet.
Code: KM6.000
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