BRISTAN PO BF C Polo Bath Filler Bathroom Tap User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- BRISTAN
Table of Contents
Installation Instructions & User Guide
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PO BF C (D1)
Specifications
Spare Parts
To replace any spare parts for your tap, why not scan the QR Code or visit www.bristan.com and search for your product.
Pack Contents
Operation
Tools Required for Installation/ Maintenance
Prior to Installation
All products manufactured and supplied by Brittan are safe to use provided
that they are installed, operated and receive regular maintenance in
accordance with these instructions.
This product needs to be installed in accordance with, and meet the
requirements of The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations (Northern
Ireland) 2009 and The Water Supply (Water Fittings) (Scotland) Byelaws 2014.
For full Installation Requirements & Notes (IRN) please visit
www.wrasapprovals.eo.uk/approvals-directory
Isolation valves must be fitted to the inlet water supplies to ensure ease of
future maintenance.
Before installing this product the water supply must be thoroughly flushed in
order to remove any swarf, solder etc.
Full access must be made available for future maintenance/servicing purposes.
This product must not be modified in any way as this will invalidate the
guarantee.
Important
The images shown are for illustrative purposes only.
The tap you have purchased may look different to those pictured in this
booklet but will follow the same installation steps.
Your contents page will be specific to your product.
If you find your product or any of its components differ from those shown on
the contents page, please contact our customer support.
Installation
Feed the tap body through the plinths and ensure rubber plinth seals are in
place
Your model may come with a plinth and will either be included pre-attached or
loose in the box*
Once aligned, feed the threaded tails through tap holes 
If the hole is not directly visible on the plinth, check underneath rubber
seal
Ensure rubber seal is in place once plinth is attached 
To secure the taps to the bath, use a box spanner to tighten the metal
backmost underneath ensuring the washer is correctly positioned in between the
backmost and the bath 
Love Your Chrome
Bristan offers an effective chrome-friendly cleaning kit for use with your taps and showers. Scan the QR Code or search for ‘CLEAN KITOT’ on www.bristan.com. http://www.bristan.com/search?query=clean%20kit01
General Cleaning
Bristan products are made from premium materials, with hand polished,
electroplated, PVD or EPD finishes.
Your taps or shower should be regularly cleaned with warm water, a mild pH-
neutral liquid soap, and polished with a soft cloth. Any residues from soap,
toothpaste, shampoos and shower gels can cause blemishes if not rinsed off
straight after use.
Household bleaches and cleaners contain harsh chemicals and may damage the
surface finish. Avoid using abrasive cloths, scouring pads, scrub sponges,
steel wool or anything similar.
Maintenance – Cartridge Valve Replacement
Remove indices by pulling it loose, then undo hex grub screw to remove handle
Remove the screw and spline adapter if your model has them (When replacing, ensure valve is fully closed with the handle Parallel to the spout)
Unscrew the cartridge/ valve using a box spanner Check any seals and O-rings
for damage. Replace cartridge/ valve if necessary
Reverse the steps to replace the cartridges/ valves and handles
Maintenance – Clean/ Replace Outlet
Flow Straightener
Recessed Outlet
Coin Slot Aerator
Using a coin, insert into the slot on the outlet and twist to release it
Reverse the steps to replace the outlet
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Low Flow | Partially closed isolation valve. | Open isolation valve. |
| Airlock or partial blockage in the supply pipework. | Flush through pipework to |
ensure removal of debris and any airlocks.
Partial blockage in the outlet| Remove to Clean and soak in suitable solution.
No hot water or
cycling hot and
cold| Instantaneous water heater cycles on and off as flow rate or pressure is
too low.| Increase water flow rate or pressure through system.
No Flow| Closed isolation valve.| Open isolation valve.
Mains water supply turned off.| Turn on mains water supply.
Temperatures not corresponding
with taps| Inlet pipes have been connected incorrectly| Swap the inlet tails
around.
Notes
Please use this space for any notes you or your installer may have regarding
the installation/plumbing of this product.
Contact Us
BRISTAN
Bristan Group Ltd.
UK: Bristan Group, B78 lSG.
EU: Masco Europe S.~.r.l.
14 Rue Strachan
6933 Leinsdorf
Luxembourg
Customer Service: +44330 026 6273
Web: www.bristan.com
Email: enquire@bristan.com
A Masco Company
Servicing Your Tap
We recommend servicing your tap at least once every year to prolong its
life.
To see a video showing how to remove the cartridge for servicing, scan the QR
code with your smart phone or tablet.
Alternatively visit
www.youtube.com/BristanTV
http://www.youtube.com/BristanTV
Our Guarantee
At Bristan, we want to make things as easy as possible for our customers.
That’s why we offer solid guarantees on all our products, effective from the
date of purchase, to give you peace of mind.
Your guarantee starts from the purchase of your product, but you can still
benefit from registering it for easier identification in the unlikely event of
a manufacturing fault, please visit www.bristan.com/register
For any other queries, please call Customer Service on 0330 026 6273 where our
expert team of advisors will be able to offer you any help and advice.
For full guarantee terms and conditions visit www.bristan.com/service-
centre/guarantees.
https://www.bristan.com/service-centre/guarantees
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