GrohFlex Advanced Universal Rough-In Valve System

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Agenda

• Leap Forward…GrohFlex Overview• Steps for Specification

1. Universal Rough-In2. GrohFlex Functions & Trim Kits3. Select a Trim Style

• GrohFlex Comparisons1. GrohFlex/GrohSafe/GrohTherm2. GrohFlex vs iBox

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Leap Forward…GrohFlex Overview

Universal Rough-In

Bathroom Trim Kit

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Define your style.Choose from GrohFlex Authentic, Timeless, or Cosmopolitan design styles to coordinate with the wide range of GROHE faucets and shower products.

Start projects now.With GrohFlex, final design decisions can be made later in the construction process after you’ve chosen fixtures, tile and colors.

Save Time and Money.Multiple shower installation options are made possible with one universal, in-wall rough-in solution

Times Change, Styles Change.GrohFlex allows users to switch styles without the expense of new piping or tile.

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Easy to Upgrade.As the home changes with the addition of children or older family members, GrohFlex allows you to easily, upgrade your shower from pressure balancing technology to thermostatic safety valve technology without breaking into expensive tile or stone.

Quick and Simple Maintenance Avoid expensive shower wall repairs. GROHE TurboStat Technology

(Thermostatic control modules only)

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• Designed Specifically for the North American Market

• ½ inch installation for all functions, including 14 gpm (at 45 psi) high-flow thermostatic custom shower control module

• All Controls operated from a single axis , reducing the need for separate volume controls

• Integrated service stops, check valves and a flushing system make installation fast and easy

• Integrated backchannel allows for use in tub/shower installation with diverter spouts (no twin ell needed)

• Thin wall mounting capability, designed for acrylic and fiberwall installations

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Step 1: Leap Forward

GrohFlex Universal Rough-In

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½” hot water inlet

½” cold water inlet

Fixing point to front wall

Removable protection cover printed with

installation information

Leveling points

Fixing point to back wall

GrohFlex Universal Rough-in

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½” outlet

Service stop

Flushing plug

Installation depth template

½” outlet

GrohFlex Universal Rough-in

Leak-proof housing

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Step 2: Adapt and Thrive

GrohFlex Function & Bathroom Trim Kits

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Single Function Pressure Balance

Shower or Tub/Shower with Diverter Spout

Adapt and Thrive: GrohFlex Functions

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Single Function Pressure BalanceShower or Tub/Shower with Diverter Spout


PBV Handle to open at cold water, moving through warm water to hot water

270° Lever Rotation

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Single Function Thermostat

Shower or Tub/Shower with Diverter Spout


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Single Function Thermostatic Shower or Tub/Shower with Diverter Spout


Temperature Control

Double Scale Marking: °F/°C 100°F/38°C Safety Stop Button

Volume Lever

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Dual Function Pressure Balance

2 Shower Outlets or Tub/Shower without

Diverter Spout


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Dual Function Pressure Balance2 Shower Outlets or Tub/Shower without Diverter Spout


Aquadimmer volume/diverter lever Turn left to operate outlet #1Turn right to operate outlet #2

Temperature Control

270° Lever Rotation

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Dual Function Thermostatic

2 Shower Outlets or Tub/Shower without

Diverter Spout


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Adapt and Thrive: GrohFlex FunctionsDual Function Thermostatic 2 Shower Outlets or Tub/Shower without Diverter Spout

Double Scale Marking: °F/°C 100°F/38°C Safety Stop Button

Aquadimmer volume/diverter lever Turn left to operate outlet #1Turn right to operate outlet #2

Temperature Control

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Custom Shower Thermostatic

High Flow ½” Mixing Valve (14 gpm at 45 psi).

Separate volume controls required.


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Custom Shower ThermostaticHigh Flow ½” Mixing Valve (14 gpm at 45 psi). Separate volume controls required.


Temperature Control

Double Scale Marking: °F/°C

100°F/38°C Safety Stop Button

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Step 3: Adapt to any Environment

GrohFlex Trim Styles and Coordinating Products

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AuthenticAvailable in Starlight Chrome, Brushed Nickel, Polished Nickel, and Oil-Rubbed Bronze

3 Trim Styles Available

TimelessAvailable in Starlight Chrome, Brushed Nickel

CosmopolitanAvailable in Starlight Chrome, Brushed Nickel

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3 GrohFlex Trim Options

Timeless

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Timeless

Atrio

Tenso

Essence Concetto

Arden

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Authentic

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Authentic

Kensington

Bridgeford

Seabury

SomersetGeneva

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Cosmopolitan

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Cosmopolitan

Ondus Veris

GROHE Allure

EuroplusEurosmart

EurosmartCosmopolitan

EurodiscCosmopolitan

Bau Loop

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Additional Tips Frequently Asked Questions• Refer to the product TPI for additional information and calibration steps.

• Are Extension kits available? • Yes, Refer to TPI for extension set Part Number. Extension kits will increase the fitting

depth by 25mm or 1”.

• Are reversed thermostatic cartridges available?• Yes, part no. 47 175 (1/2”)

• Do the Dual Function Pressure Balance and Thermostatic Valves have Volume Controls?• Yes, the volume controls will control the flow rate from low to high. Turn from the off

position at 6:00 to the left or right to operate the preferred outlet.

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Step 4: GrohFlex Comparisons

GrohFlex/GrohSafe/GrohTherm

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GrohFlex/GrohSafe Single Function Pressure Balance Price Comparison

Essence Trim + GrohSafe = $365

Transitional Design –

Timeless Trim + GrohFlex = $284

Seabury Trim + GrohSafe = $299

Traditional Design –

Authentic Trim + GrohFlex = $294

Europlus Trim + GrohSafe = $312

Contemporary Design –

Cosmo Trim + GrohFlex = $294

Save $81with

GrohFlex!

Save $5with

GrohFlex!

Save $18with

GrohFlex!

GrohSafe GrohFlex

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GrohFlex/GrohSafe Dual Function Pressure Balance Price Comparison

Essence Trim + GrohSafe = $452



Seabury PB + Diverter TrimDiverter rough + GrohSafe = $737



Europlus Trim + GrohSafe = $312



Save $88with

GrohFlex!

Save $363 with

GrohFlex!

Save $18with

GrohFlex!

GrohSafe GrohFlex

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GrohFlex/GrohTherm Single Function Thermostat Price Comparison

Atrio + V/C TrimV/C rough + GrohTherm = $834



Geneva THM + V/C TrimV/C rough + GrohTherm = $772



Allure THM + V/C TrimV/C rough + GrohTherm = $1030



Save $238 with

GrohFlex!

Save $496with

GrohFlex!

GrohTherm GrohFlex

Save $310with

GrohFlex!

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GrohFlex/GrohTherm Dual Function Thermostat Price Comparison

Atrio THM + V/C Trim (2) + V/C rough (2) + GrohTherm = $1109



Geneva THM + V/C Trim (2) + V/CRough (2) + GrohTherm = $1001



Allure THM + V/C Trim (2) + V/Crough (2) + GrohTherm = $1360



Save $545 with

GrohFlex!

Save $427 with

GrohFlex!

Save $786 with

GrohFlex!

GrohTherm GrohFlex

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GrohFlex/GrohSafe Custom Shower Thermostat Price Comparison

Atrio Trim + GrohTherm = $559



Geneva Trim + GrohSafe = $543



Allure Trim + GrohSafe = $750



Save $95with

GrohFlex!

Save $69with

GrohFlex!

Save $276with

GrohFlex!

GrohTherm GrohFlex

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Step 5: GrohFlex ComparisonsGrohFlex vs iBox

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GrohFlex vs iBox: Full Functional RangeSingle Function Pressure Balance (Single Axis)

GrohFlex iBox“C” Trim + iBox = $290


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GrohFlex vs iBox: Full Functional RangeDual Function Pressure Balance (Single Axis)With Volume Control

GrohFlex iBoxN/A


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*Using Grohe 03671 twin-ell and Grohe ¾” diverter spout.

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GrohFlex vs iBox: Full Functional RangeSingle Function Thermostat (Single Axis)With Volume Control



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GrohFlex vs iBox: Full Functional RangeDual Function Thermostat (Single Axis)With Volume Control



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*Uses Grohe 03671 twin-ell and Grohe ¾” diverter spout.

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GrohFlex vs iBox: Full Functional RangeHigh Volume Thermostat Requires Separate Volume Controls

GrohFlex iBoxStark Trim + iBox = $918

Cosmo Trim + GrohFlex = $474 (3 Trim Styles)

14 GPM 16/18 GPM

Save $444 with GrohFlex

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reviewed in GrohFlex Trade Brochure

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in GrohFlex Consumer Brochure

Available GrohFlex Training Materials

Live Customer Webinars: Dates in January With points tied to Circle of

Excellence Quiz

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GrohFlex Tech InfoPipe diagrams & additional technical

information

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Without bypass use

GrohFlex Functions: Single Function PBV/THERM

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With use of integrated bypass

GrohFlex Functions: Single Function PBV/THERM

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Integrated 2 way diverter

GrohFlex Functions: Dual Function PBV/THERM

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GrohFlex Functions: Custom Shower Thermostat

Separate Volume Controls Required

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Application and Specification

• Concealed System can be used in conjunction with:• Pressurize storage heaters• Thermally controlled instantaneous heaters• Hydraulically controlled instantaneous heaters• Operation with unpressurized storage heaters (displacement water heaters)

is NOT possible• Flow Pressure:

• Min: 20 PSI• Recommended: 20-72.5 psi• Max. Operating Pressure 125 psi• Temperature Max: 180°F• Water Connection:

• Cold: RH• Hot: LH

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Can the GrohFlex Valve be installed in a 2x4 wall?

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Flush the lines for debris

Note: Opening up both service stops allows for cross flow of the inlet lines

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Trim the rough in box when ready for final assembly

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Caulk to seal the rough in box

Prevents in-wall leakage

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Remove Flush Plug Insert


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Install Control Module and Secure with Screws


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Close Valve Function by following directions on TPI, then open the service stops

Single Function Pressure Balance


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Close Valve Function by following directions on TPI, then open the service stops

Single Function ThermostaticDual Function Pressure BalanceDual Function Thermostatic


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Open Service Stops and Observe the proper mounting position

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Attach and Secure Trim Plate




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Install Single Axis Trim Rings and Levers

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Install Single Axis Trim Rings and Levers





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Getting to know the control module

Check Valves are found in each control module

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Locate the set screw to disassemble the control module housing


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There is a specific order the parts are assembled to fit properly. This makes reassembly simple.


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Notches in the brass and fittings ensure cartridges line up properly. This makes reassembly simple.


Removing the Pressure Balance Cartridge

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Before removing control module: check that Supply Lines are closed!

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Turn the Pressure Balance Valve Outlet to the “off” position.

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Removing Pressure Balance Cartridge

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Top Cap is and outer sleeve are removed

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Remove the cartridge retaining nut

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Remove the cartridge cap

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You now have access to the pressure balance cartridge

Removing the Thermostatic Cartridge

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Before removing control module: check that Supply Lines are closed!

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Removing Thermostatic Cartridge

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Outer Control Module Sleeves are removed

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Remove cartridge retainer nut

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Thermostatic Cartridge can be pulled out.

Note the notch to assist in proper cartridge alignment

GrohFlex Advanced Universal Rough-In Valve System

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