How to Replace the Shroud Kit on a Aqualisa Aquavalve 405 (UK)
UK guide to swapping the shroud kit in a Aqualisa Aquavalve 405 shower valve. TMV2 compliance, part numbers, tools.
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The part
Replace the concealing plate and shroud on the Aqualisa Aquavalve 405 where limescale has locked the temperature handle.
Isolate
Undo the two handle grub screws (2.5 mm hex on most Aqualisa models). Lift the shroud off — do not lever, it cracks.
Swap the shroud kit
Fit new O-rings between the wall plate and shroud to keep the IP54 rating.
Commission
Balance hot and cold to within 0.5 bar. Run the Aqualisa Aquavalve 405 at max flow for 3 minutes.
Verify max outlet temperature stays below 46 °C per BS EN 1111 by shutting off cold and reading the outlet.
Frequently asked questions
- Chrome or brushed?
- The Aqualisa Aquavalve 405 kit ships in polished chrome as standard. Brushed finishes carry a -BR suffix.
- Wall plate offset?
- 10–35 mm adjustment on Aqualisa concealed valves — use the shroud packer to hide any tile mismatch.
- OEM or aftermarket for Aqualisa?
- For TMV2/TMV3 compliance always fit genuine Aqualisa cartridges. Aftermarket voids the Aquavalve 405 approval.
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