Clients are getting a bit more interested in smart toilets, and it seems that the trend may gain more ground as more clients adopt their use.
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If a client were to ask you to install a smart shower toilet, would you know how to get the job done? Of course, toilet installation is something you are familiar with, however there is a little extra involved when it comes to smart shower toilets.
Before you begin
Have a chat with your client and ask them what it is they need, exactly. It is up to you to familiarise yourself with available toilets so that you can give them the most comprehensive guidance should they be unsure of what their needs are.
Let them know what the practical things are that need to happen on site before the supplier can come through and assist you in the installation.
Make sure that the client has all the information they need regarding the manufacturer of the shower toilet and that they know exactly who they need to phone if there is maintenance required or if there is an issue with the unit.
The device has to be descaled each year, and the manufacturer can show the client how this is done, or they can come through to do this for the client. However, it is important that you know how to do this too so that you can provide expert guidance to your client.
How to get the job done
Step one: Check with your client and the retail store where you will be purchasing the shower toilet that all the accessories needed for the installation are compatible with each other. This removes a lot of headaches and frustration later on. So, do your homework before you even begin.
Step two: Suppliers, like Geberit and others, will usually send an email to the customer and plumber with a bunch of important information relating to the shower toilet. This will include things like wiring diagrams, product data sheets, serial numbers and – helpfully – video links for installation and maintenance.
Step three: Get the training you need. The supplier offers training on how to best install their specialised toilets – like Geberit’s AquaClean or Duravit’s SensoWash. This can usually be done at their facilities or on site and video tutorials help direct the installer on the correct ways installation is done.
Step four: Installation done, the supplier will help out at the site to commission the shower toilet. This means that they make changes on the device depending on your client’s preferences (like heating, spray pressure and temperature, spray position, dryer speed and automatic flushing).
