BRISTAN APL BF C Appeal Bath Filler User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- BRISTAN
Table of Contents
- Specifications
- Pack Contents
- Operation
- Tools Required for Installation/ Maintenance
- Prior to Installation
- Spare Parts
- Installation
- General Cleaning
- Maintenance – Cartridge Valve Replacement
- Maintenance Clean Replace Outlet
- Troubleshooting
- Our Guarantee
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
RISTAN APL BF C Appeal Bath Filler
Specifications
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Dynamic Water Pressure
Maximum Static Pressure: 10.0 bar -
Inlet Water Temperature
Maximum Hot 60°C
- Inlet Connections
3/4″ BSP
- Outlet
Housed M24 Flow Straightener
Pack Contents
Operation
Tools Required for Installation/ Maintenance
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Adjustable Spanner
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Hexagonal Keys
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Philips Head Screwdriver
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Box Spanner (Inlets)
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Box Spanner (Cartridge)
Prior to Installation
All products manufactured and supplied by Bristan 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.
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.
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
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Feed the tap body through the plinths and ensure rubber plinth seals are in place Once aligned, feed the threaded tails through tap holes
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Some plinths will need to be aligned with a pre-attached grub screw in the tap.
Align the hole on the plinth with the exposed grub screw and ensure the rubber seal is correctly in place before attaching washer and backnut.
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To secure the taps to the bath, use a box spanner to tighten the metal backnuts underneath ensuring the washer is correctly positioned in between the backnuts and the bath
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Connect the hot and cold water supplies to the threaded tails
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
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Remove indice by pulling it loose, then undo hex grub screw to remove handle.
lndice will be placed on either the front or back of the hand -
Remove the shroud, screw and spline adapter if your model has them.
(When replacing, ensure valve is fully closed with the handle parallel to the spout)
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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
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Using an adjustable spanner, unscrew gently to remove the outlet
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If provided, insert the key tool into the outlet and twist to release it
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Using a coin, insert into the slot on the outlet and twist to release it
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Check all loose parts for any damage, then soak using a suitable solution to de-scale
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Reverse the steps to replace the outlet
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 KIT0l’ on www.bristan.com.
Troubleshooting
Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
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No flow or low flow rate | Partially closed isolation valve. |
Open isolation valve.
Head of water is below the minimum distance required.| Refer to specification
for minimum distance required.
Hot or cold water being drawn off elsewhere causing pressure changes or
instantaneous boiler temperature changes.| Do not use other water outlets when
using the taps.
| Airlock or partial blockage in the supply pipework.| Flush through pipework
to ensure removal of debris and any airlocks.
Water dripping
from taps
| This is normal for a short time after using the taps.| This is caused by
residual water tension, the build up of water in the tap body.
| If water continues to drip, possibly due to the ceramic disc valves| Remove
valves and clean, refer to ‘Maintenance’ section before starting any
maintenance.
| Closed isolation valve.| Open isolation valve.
Taps do not
turn on
| Mains water supply turned off.| Turn on mains water supply.
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.a.r.l. 14 Rue Strachen 6933 Mensdorf Luxembourg
Customer Service: +44330 026 6273
Web: www.bristan.com
Email : enquire@bristan.com
A Masco Company
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. To start your free guarantee
simply scan the QR code and register your product.
Alternatively visit
www.bristan.com/register.
For any other queries, please call our Customer Service on 0 330 026 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
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