Summary

Huber 2402PL Thermostatic Cartridge Element Plus Kiruna ZB018101 / VT007280

Replacement Thermostatic Cartridge Huber 2402PL is for Huber tap or shower models:

• Basic;
• Classic;
• Clinic;
• Clinic Lever;
• Croisette;
• Kiruna;
• Kyoto;
• Prima;
• Suite;
• and other brands.

Handy Shower Repair Tips with the Huber 2402PL Thermostatic Cartridge Plus

Looking forward to fixing your shower? Please read below for a few basic tips that will help you fit your new shower spare, Huber thermostatic cartridge 2402PL, to get your shower functions back in no time.

Thermostatic cartridges, also known as temperature cartridges or shower cartridges, adjust shower water temperature with a turn of the knob. Huber 2402PL is composed of a brass barrel with three rubber seals and two steel mesh filters. Year by year as the shower is being used wear and tear slowly kicks in. The strain on the cartridge can be exacerbated by factors such as limescale and an excess of water pressure or temperature.

When it comes to shower repair be certain that the Huber 2402PL is the correct thermostatic cartridge for your shower. Are you not fairly sure if this is the part you need? Please drop us a query. Spares experts from Di Vapor will happily do the cartridge investigative work for you. (Messages received on weekends will be responded to on Monday.)

1. Isolate Water Supplies

Before fitting the Huber 2402PL thermostatic cartridge it is important to isolating or close water supplies to the shower valve. This is a safety precaution that will prevent scalding or thermal shock in case of accidental water flow. Water can be isolated via the tap or shower’s isolation valves. If the valves cannot be found, please turn off the water at the mains valve.

When testing whether isolation is a success, make sure you are not under the shower head or any water outlet.

2. Plug the Drain

Plugging the drain will keep small screws or washers from rolling into it.

3. Remember the Order and Orientation of the Parts Removed

Several parts have to be removed in sequence before you can access the Huber 2402PL thermostatic cartridge. These parts have to be returned in reverse order during valve reassembly.

4. The Huber 2402PL Temperature Stop Ring

The temperature stop ring of the Huber 2402PL has an elevated part on its face which is referred to as the “stop”. This part has to be in the same position when putting it back in the valve. To help you remember the position you can note it down or take a photo of it before removing it.

If the stop ring gets stuck with the Huber thermostatic cartridge 2402PL, spray a loosening agent on the calcified part. If it still refuses to separate, you can always get a replacement stop ring (part number W82225B3). This will get your shower fixed quicker.

5. Keep the Old Cartridge

You can keep the faulty cartridge as it can be helpful in the future when it needs to be replaced again.

6. Is Fitting the Replacement Cartridge Successful?

After fitting the replacement Huber 2402PL and reassembling the valve, turn water supplies on and check the shower for leaks. If there are no issues the cartridge replacement can be considered a success.

7. Cycle Hot and Cold

Repeatedly cycle the shower from fully hot to cold to condition the new 2402PL Huber thermostatic cartridge.

Fast shipping? No problem! Same day despatch for the Huber 2402PL thermostatic cartridge and all spares purchased before 3 PM from Monday to Friday. An expedited shipping option is available upon checkout.

Di Vapor has other Huber spare parts for various Huber shower valves. Not only that; we also supply other top of the line quality spares for:

Shower Enclosures

+ Shower Door Handles

+ Shower Door Roller

+ Shower Door Seals

Taps

+ Tap Cartridges

+ Tap Handles

+ Kitchen Tap Cartridges

Pools and Hot Tubs

+ Bath Sensors

+ Water Circulation Pumps

+ Air and Water Jets

Saunas

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+ Sauna Stones

+ Sauna Electric Heaters