{"product_id":"akw-smartcare-lever-electric-care-shower","title":"AKW SmartCare Lever Thermostatic Electric Care Shower – Choice of kW \u0026 Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAKW SmartCare Lever Thermostatic Electric Care Shower – Choice of kW \u0026amp; Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAKW SmartCare Lever electric care shower\u003c\/strong\u003e is a thermostatic electric shower built around one large, easy-to-grip lever. It is designed for accessible bathrooms and care settings, and for the carers and installers who specify them. One movement of the lever turns the shower on and sets the temperature, and the shower confirms every change with an audible click and a bright digital temperature read-out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose an \u003cstrong\u003e8.5kW or 9.5kW\u003c\/strong\u003e rating to suit your electrical supply, then pick the shower kit you need: the white Care Kit (with a white, dark blue or mid grey riser rail), the Chrome Care Kit, or the Standard Silver \u0026amp; White Kit. Every SmartCare Lever is BEAB Care certified, RNIB tried and tested, and DSDC accredited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features \u0026amp; benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle lever control\u003c\/strong\u003e – a soft-touch mid grey insert gives a secure, easy grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTactile, high-contrast markings\u003c\/strong\u003e – raised letters, a power symbol and a pointer on the lever, with raised dots at the coolest and hottest settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudible clicks and an LED temperature display\u003c\/strong\u003e – clear feedback for every user.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatt, anti-glare control panel\u003c\/strong\u003e – reduces distracting reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermostatically stabilised temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e with a thermal cut-out that protects the unit if the water reaches its maximum temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhased shutdown\u003c\/strong\u003e – flushes the heater on switch-off for a safe, comfortable start next time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic shut-off\u003c\/strong\u003e after 5, 10, 20 or 30 minutes, helping to prevent flooding and wasted water if the shower is left running.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco setting\u003c\/strong\u003e – limits flow to 6 litres per minute as standard (the installer can override it).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRounded surfaces and edges\u003c\/strong\u003e for added safety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e as standard when registered with AKW within 30 days of installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing your kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Kit (white, dark blue or mid grey rail)\u003c\/strong\u003e – a 2m anti-kink hose, a 1m riser rail that is load-bearing to 150kg so it can be held for support, a shelf with non-handed hose retainers, a lever-operated sliding handset holder, an extra wall-mounted handset holder and a 3-mode shower head. The \u003cstrong\u003edark blue\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emid grey\u003c\/strong\u003e rails stand out clearly against pale tiles, making the rail and handset easy to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChrome Care Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e – the same care components finished in chrome for a more domestic look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Silver \u0026amp; White Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e – a lighter, everyday kit (2m anti-kink hose, trimmable 1m riser rail, hose retainer, adjustable handset holder, additional wall holder and 3-mode head) for homes where a load-bearing rail is not needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready have a shower kit, or want to upgrade later? The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-electric-shower-care-accessory-kit\"\u003eAKW Care Accessory Kit\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-electric-shower-standard-accessory-kit\"\u003eAKW Standard Accessory Kit\u003c\/a\u003e are also sold separately, and we stock \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-electric-shower-riser-rail-kit-spare-parts\"\u003eriser rail kit spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-easy-clean-shower-handset\"\u003eAKW Easy Clean Handset\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing 8.5kW or 9.5kW\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA higher kW rating gives a better flow at a comfortable temperature, especially in winter when the incoming mains water is colder. The rating you can fit depends on your supply cable and fuse: AKW specify a 35\/40A protective device for 8.5kW and 40\/45A for 9.5kW, with a 30mA RCD and a 50A double-pole isolating switch. If you are replacing an old shower, a qualified electrician should confirm which rating your circuit can safely carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetro-fit footprint covers the fixing holes of most other makers’ showers, so re-tiling is rarely needed; a stainless-steel fitting plate is supplied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 cable entry points and 8 water entry points (top, bottom, rear or side) plus a dual power block for left- or right-hand wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be wired, or connected wirelessly, to an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-digipump-shower-waste-pump-unit-m11-m17-m20\"\u003eAKW DigiPump waste pump\u003c\/a\u003e or the AKW P12 shower waste pump for level-access wet rooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional extras: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-smartcare-shower-remote-on-off-button\"\u003eSmartCare Remote On\/Off Button (30316)\u003c\/a\u003e for carers, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-electric-showers-halo-wall-plate\"\u003eAKW Halo Wall Plate\u003c\/a\u003e to cover marks left by an old shower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be installed by a competent person to BS 7671 and current water regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizes \u0026amp; product codes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAKW code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEAN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Care Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29090CGR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5055295166073\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Care Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29091CGR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5055295166080\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Care Kit – Dark Blue Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29090CGR-DB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Care Kit – Dark Blue Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29091CGR-DB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Care Kit – Mid Grey Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29090CGR-MG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Care Kit – Mid Grey Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29091CGR-MG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChrome Care Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29090CH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChrome Care Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29091CH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Silver \u0026amp; White Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29090WH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5055295151888\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.5kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Silver \u0026amp; White Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29091WH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5055295151895\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower ratings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5kW or 9.5kW at 240V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle lever, thermostatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMains cold water only, 15mm inlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\" BSP male\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum dynamic pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 bar (1 bar recommended)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum static pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet water temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3°C to 28°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEco flow setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 litres per minute (default)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto shut-off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5, 10, 20 or 30 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIngress protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIPX4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuse \/ MCB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5kW 35\/40A; 9.5kW 40\/45A; 30mA RCD required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax cable size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprovals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBEAB Care certified, RNIB tried and tested, DSDC accredited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 years when registered within 30 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the SmartCare Lever suitable for care settings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The single lever, matt anti-glare panel, contrasting tactile markings and the option of dark blue or mid grey rails were designed for clear, simple use, and the shower holds DSDC accreditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the riser rail be used as a grab rail?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rail supplied with the Care Kits (white, dark blue, mid grey and chrome) is load-bearing to 150kg. The rail in the Standard Silver \u0026amp; White Kit is a standard riser rail and should not be used for support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it work with a pumped waste in a wet room?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It can be hardwired or connected wirelessly to an AKW DigiPump or P12 waste pump. If you need the pump too, see our SmartCare Lever packs with the M11 DigiPump.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a pump for low water pressure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo pump is needed for the shower itself. It runs from mains cold water with a minimum running pressure of 0.5 bar (1 bar recommended for best performance).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNeed help choosing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCall our team on 0333 772 4162 and we will help you pick the right kW rating and kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akw-ltd.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/5027_AKW-Spec-Sheet-SmartCareLever_9.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSmartCare Lever specification sheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akw-ltd.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/21-005-104-SmartCare-Lever-Electric-Shower-Instructions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSmartCare Lever installation instructions (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akw-ltd.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/21-005-354-Artwork-Energy-Label-8.5-kW.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEnergy Label 8.5kW (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akw-ltd.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/21-005-355-Artwork-Energy-Label-9.5-kW.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEnergy Label 9.5kW (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akw-ltd.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5032_AKW_Electric-Shower-Brochure_25.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAKW Electric Showers Brochure (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akw-ltd.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/21-005-398-AKW-Electric-Showers-Product-Fiche.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAKW Electric Showers Product Fiche (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AKW","offers":[{"title":"8.5kW \/ White Care Kit","offer_id":55393702707526,"sku":"29090CGR","price":353.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.5kW \/ White Care Kit","offer_id":57592244928838,"sku":"29091CGR","price":362.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5kW \/ White Care Kit – Dark Blue Rail","offer_id":57592244961606,"sku":"29090CGR-DB","price":353.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.5kW \/ White Care Kit – Dark Blue Rail","offer_id":57592244994374,"sku":"29091CGR-DB","price":362.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5kW \/ White Care Kit – Mid Grey Rail","offer_id":57592245027142,"sku":"29090CGR-MG","price":353.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.5kW \/ White Care Kit – Mid Grey Rail","offer_id":57592245059910,"sku":"29091CGR-MG","price":363.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5kW \/ Chrome Care Kit","offer_id":57592245092678,"sku":"29090CH","price":353.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.5kW \/ Chrome Care Kit","offer_id":57592245125446,"sku":"29091CH","price":362.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5kW \/ Standard Silver \u0026 White Kit","offer_id":57592245158214,"sku":"29090WH","price":428.21,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.5kW \/ Standard Silver \u0026 White Kit","offer_id":57592245190982,"sku":"29091WH","price":439.62,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7273\/6838\/files\/Screenshot2025-11-06113733.png?v=1762429117","url":"https:\/\/www.keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-smartcare-lever-electric-care-shower","provider":"Key West Bathrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}