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    Feb 1, 2007, 04:53 PM
    Grohe Grohtemp temp control
    Our new condo came with a Grohtemp shower unit. Is it possible to adjust the thermostat so the water will get hotter then it currently allows?

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    Feb 1, 2007, 06:12 PM
    I am not familiar with that brand but all water heaters have thermostats that control the temp. Most stats are hinden behind a plate screwed to the front of the heater. One or two screws all you will see an adjustable dial. Raise it just a small amount so you don't accidentally burn yourself. After a day or so, if you are now satisfied, replace the cover.

    Please let me know if I helped you.
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    Feb 1, 2007, 08:06 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by phille
    Our new condo came with a Grohtemp shower unit. Is it possible to adjust the thermostat so the water will get hotter then it currently allows?

    Paul
    It is adjustable, simply remove the handle and pull the black piece of plastic behind the handle out and reinsert it a few degrees to the right of where it was and then reinstall the handle.
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    Feb 2, 2007, 10:38 AM
    Growler, Malex27, thank you. Very helpful. I'm having a little trouble removing the handle. Can't figure out how the handle is attached. Don't see any screws. Is it a pin or clamp? Hard to see because of styrofoam insulator behind the decorative plate.
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    Feb 2, 2007, 10:48 AM
    Sorry but I misunderstood your initial question. I thought you were trying to change the temp of your water heater. The handle should have a decorative insert in the center. This is usually plastic and has some design. Slip a pocket knife tip under the seam and pry carefully. Once it comes out you should see a screw. Remove the screw and pull toward you while tilting the knob slightly back and forth.
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    Feb 2, 2007, 01:43 PM
    Just to add to growler's comments. If you happen to have a single handle lever style, more than likely you will have a set screw on the bottom side of the handle when it's turned off. You'll need to loosen the set screw with an allen wrench in that case.
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