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Iflo 506456-F Thermostatic Cartridge

Frequently Asked Questions: Iflo 506456-F Thermostatic Cartridge

Please contact us should you have more queries about the Iflo 506456-F thermostatic cartridge or need assistance in spare part identification. We will gladly assist you. Messages received during the weekends will be responded to on Mondays.

Question: Can you tell me the length and diameter of this temperature cartridge?
Answer: The thermostatic cartridge for the Iflo 506456-F has an overall length of approximately 100mm (10cm) and the approximate diameter at the widest part is 44.3mm (4.43cm).

Question: Is the wax thermostat included?
Answer: Yes, it is. This Iflo thermostatic shower cartridge assembly includes:
– Brass cartridge housing
– Wax thermostat element
– Piston
– Spare O-rings
– Spring
– Silicone grease

Troubleshooting Shower Temperature Problems with the Iflo 506456-F Thermostatic Cartridge

Hot and cold water from the feeds enters the barrel of the Iflo 506456-F thermostatic cartridge where it is mixed together by the wax thermo-core sitting at the heart of the cartridge. This enables the shower valve to produce the water temperature set by the shower user.

But through years of use, the Iflo 506456-F shower cartridge might be affected by factors such as limescale and wear and tear. When it does, the shower might have difficulties in regards with contolling water temperature.

Here are some information on how to examine and solve Iflo cartridge-related shower temperature problems:

Problem: No hot water in the shower!
Possible Causes: The shower valve might be clogged or the shower thermostatic cartridge is worn out.
Solution: Check if the valve is clogged by:
– removing the cartridge,
– gradually opening the shower water flow to remove any debris.

If the valve is not clogged, replace the thermostatic cartridge of the Iflo 506456-F.

Problem: The water becomes cold within minutes of using the shower.
Possible Causes: The piston is not working well or the wax thermostat element is broken.
Solution: Replace the faulty parts or the whole Iflo 506456-F thermostatic cartridge assembly for a more thorough shower repair.

Problem: Shower is stuck on one temperature.
Possible Causes: The Iflo thermostatic cartridge has stopped functioning at that particular temperature.
Solution: A new Iflo thermostatic cartridge may fix the issue.

Problem: Iflo shower water temperature fluctuates after installation of combi boiler.
Possible Causes: A problem with water pressure or the shower thermostatic cartridge.
Solution: Adjust the combi boiler’s hot and cold water pressure or use a pressure-equalizing valve. If the hot and cold water pressure is equal, changing the Iflo 506456-F shower cartridge might be the solution.


We supply other Iflo shower spares that are in-stock and ready to ship.


All shower repair supplies will be despatched on the same day when it is purchased:
– before 3:00 PM UK time,
– on a weekday.


We ship worldwide.

FAST DELIVERY

• Delivery of this item is priced as a 'small' packet. UK delivery costs £5.95.
• For all in-stock spare parts the typical UK delivery timescale is 2-5 working days.
• If you need a part urgently then we can provide a next-day (delivered Mon-Fri) UK delivery service for all in-stock small parcels ordered before 3.30pm, Monday - Friday.
• Next day delivery is available to select at an additional charge during the checkout.
• We delivery WORLDWIDE. For more information about international deliveries, read our delivery page.

RETURNS

• If you need to return a part then please telephone Di Vapor on 0121 705 0866 with the reasons for the return within 14 days of receiving the goods.
• For more information please see our terms and conditions.