Bristan IRBS3-BN Mounting instructions

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reference.
Installer, when you have read these
instructions please ensure you leave them
with the user.
Installation Instructions
and User Guide
Infrared Automatic Basin
Spouts
Models covered:
IRBS3-BN, IRBS3-BZ, IRBS3-CP,
IRBS5-CP

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Contents
Thank you for choosing Bristan, the UK’s leading showers and taps expert.
Your Bristan basin spout has a non-touch control which uses infrared sensing
technology to detect human presence. Once detected, the spout instantly dispenses
water and automatically stops once the user moves their hands away to eliminate
unnecessary water wastage, whilst creating a more hygienic washroom solution.
All products manufactured and supplied by Bristan are safe and comply to legislative
requirements. Providing they are installed correctly and receive regular maintenance in
accordance with these instructions your user experience will not be affected.
For a safe and successful installation these instructions should be used as guidance,
thereafter they should be left with the user.
Important Safety Information................................................... 3
General Information ................................................................. 4
Product Features...................................................................... 5
Specifications ........................................................................... 6
Dimensions............................................................................... 7-8
Installation Requirements ....................................................... 9
Installation................................................................................ 10-15
IRBS3-BN/BZ/CP................................................................. 10
IRBS5-CP ............................................................................. 11
Inserting Batteries............................................................... 12
Electrical Connections ........................................................ 13
Water Connections .............................................................. 14-15
Operation .................................................................................. 16
Maintenance ............................................................................. 17-18
Troubleshooting........................................................................ 19-20
Notes......................................................................................... 21
Guarantee ................................................................................. 22-23
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Important Safety Information
•Please read these instructions thoroughly and retain for future use.
•All products manufactured and supplied by Bristan are safe provided they are installed,
used correctly and receive regular maintenance in accordance with these instructions.
• If you are in any doubt about your ability to install this product safely you must
employ the services of an experienced qualified plumber.
•These fittings need to be installed in accordance with, and meet the requirements of
the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 and Scottish Byelaws 2004.
•Warning: Do not operate the product if you suspect it is frozen. Do not site it
where it might be subjected to freezing conditions.
•Remove all packaging and check the contents for damage before starting installation.
•Before starting any installation please consider the following: before drilling into walls,
check that there are no hidden electrical wires, cables or water supply pipes. This can
be checked with the aid of an electronic detector.
•If power tools are used do not forget to: - Wear eye protection
- Unplug equipment after use
•Fitting isolating valves to the inlet feeds is required for ease of maintenance.
•Warning: Before installing the new spout it is essential that you thoroughly flush
through the pipework in order to remove any remaining swarf, solder, etc.
Failure to carry out this procedure could cause problems or damage to the workings of
the spout.
•This product must not be modified in any way as this will invalidate the guarantee.
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General Information
Operating pressure range: Minimum 1.0 bar, Maximum 5.0 bar.
Maximum static pressure: 10.0 bar.
This product has been tested to meet the requirements of the Water Regulations
Advisory Scheme (WRAS) and satisfies the requirements of the Water Supply (Water
Fittings) Regulations 1999 and current byelaws.
BS 6700 recommends the temperature of stored water should never exceed 65°C.
A stored water temperature of 60°C is considered sufficient to meet all normal
requirements and will minimise the build up of limescale in hard water areas.
This product should be installed in compliance with the current Water Regulations.
If in doubt, contact a registered plumber or your Local Water Authority or the Secretary
of The Institute of Plumbing, address as follows;-
The Institute of Plumbing,
64 Station Lane,
Hornchurch,
Essex, RM12 6NB
Tel:[phone]
Recommended Usage
Domestic Heavy
Commercial
Light
Commercial Health Care
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Product features
Water Efficient
When the users hands enter the sensing
range, the indicator light in the sensor
will illuminate. Water will flow out
immediately until the user draws their
hands back from the sensor.
The water will automatically stop after
a maximum of 55 seconds ±5 seconds
to avoid wasting water. If more water is
required wait 4 seconds and then place
hands back in the sensing range.
More Hygienic
The proximity sensor removes the need to
touch the spout body, reducing the spread
of germs and reducing the chance of
cross infection.
Battery Override
In the event of a power failure, the product
will automatically switch to battery
operated mode to ensure the spout
continues to function. The tap can also
operate on the battery alone if no mains
power source is available.
Low Battery Warning
When the batteries run low and the
power falls below 3.9V the sensor light
will flicker to indicate the batteries are
running low and need replacing.
IRBS3-BN/BZ/CP
IRBS5-CP
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Sensor
Sensor

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Specifications
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Specifications for IRBS3-BN/BZ/CP
Power Supply Box Inlet Connection: G1/2.
Power Supply Box Outlet Connection: G1/2”
Operating Pressure Range: Min. 1.0 Bar - Max. 5.0 Bar
Maximum Static Pressure: 10 Bar
Inlet Water Supply Temperature Range: 5ºC - 45ºC
Power Supply: AC: 220V-240V; 50/60HZ
DC: 6V (4 x AA alkaline batteries - Not Supplied)
Power Consumption: Static <0.3MW Active: <W
Sensing Range: 27-31cm
Self-close Override Time: 55 seconds ±5 seconds
Specifications for IRBS5-CP
Power Supply Box Inlet Connection: G1/2.
Power Supply Box Outlet Connection: G1/2”
Operating Pressure Range: Min. 1.0 Bar - Max. 5.0 Bar
Maximum Static Pressure: 10 Bar
Inlet Water Supply Temperature Range: 5ºC - 45ºC
Power Supply: AC: 220V-240V; 50/60HZ
DC: 6V (4 x AA alkaline batteries - Not Supplied)
Power Consumption: Static <0.3MW Active: <3W
Sensing Range: 15-25cm
Self-close Override Time: 55 seconds ±5 seconds

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Dimensions (mm)
IRBS5-CP
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IRBS3-BN/BZ/CP
35
159
170
141
154
169
28
243

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Dimensions Cont.
Power Supply Box
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IRBS5-CPIRBS3-BN/BZ/CP
G1/2
120
125
G1/2
G1/2
120
125

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Installation Requirements
Electrical Connections
Regulations: The electrical installation
must be carried out in accordance with
the national electrical regulations and
installed by a qualified person.
Safety: In the interests of electrical safety
a 30 mA residual current device (R.C.D not
supplied) should be installed in the supply
circuit. This may be part of a consumer
unit or a separate unit.
Before starting work on the electrical
supply ensure the power supply is
isolated.
DO NOT allow the supply cord to contact
hot surfaces. The cord should be safely
routed and secured by cable clips.
Connections: The power supply box must
be permanently connected to the fixed
wiring of the mains supply using the
factory fitted supply cord, via a switched
fused spur off the ring main.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains
lead of this appliance may not correspond
with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your connection unit proceed
as follows;-
The wire which is coloured blue must
be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter ‘N’ or is coloured
black.
The wire which is coloured brown must
be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter ‘L’ or is coloured
red.
Fuse: This following fuse size should be
used.
Model Fuse Size (AMPS)
IRBS3-BN/BZ/CP 3
IRBS5-CP 3
Supply Cord Replacement
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by a genuine Bristan supply cord.
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0844 701 6273 to request new spare parts.
N L
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Installation - IRBS3-BN/BZ/CP
Sensor
Cable
Sensor
Cable
1. Fit The Spout
Fit the spout to the sink / work surface
ensuring the sensor cable is threaded
through the hole in the sink / work
surface.
Important: It is advised to ensure
that the product is at least 360mm away
from reflective surfaces to prevent the tap
from automatically switching on and off.
2. Secure Spout to Sink / Work Surface
Thread the rubber washer and metal
washer onto the fixing rod up to the
underside of the sink / work surface.
Secure the spout in place by screwing the
fixing nut onto the fixing rod.
Tighten the fixing nut using a suitable
spanner.
3. Connect Sensor Cable
See ‘Electrical Connections’ installation
on page 13.
4. Connect Water Supplies
Screw the flexi hose into the bottom of the
fixing rod, ensuring it is tightened fully by
hand only.
Connect the flexi hose to the power supply
box. See ‘Water Connections’ installation
on page 14-15.
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Flexi Hose

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1. Fit The Spout
Fit the spout to the sink / work surface
ensuring the sensor cable is threaded
through the hole in the sink / work
surface.
Important: It is advised to ensure that
the product is at least 360mm away from
reflective surfaces to prevent the tap from
automatically switching on and off.
2. Secure the Spout
Secure the Spout in place by screwing the
backnut onto the threaded tail and tighten
fully.
Note: A suitable spanner maybe required
to fully tighten the backnut.
3. Connect Sensor Cable
See ‘Electrical Connections’ installation
on page 13.
4. Connect Water Supplies
See ‘Water Connections’ installation on
page 14-15.
Installation - IRBS5-CP
Backnut
Inlet Water
Hose
Sensor
Cable
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Installation - Inserting Batteries
Inserting Batteries
Your infrared spout is supplied with a back
up battery pack. In the event of a power
failure the batteries will override the
mains power supply to ensure the spout
continues to function.
Before fitting the power supply box into
position on the wall / floor, batteries (not
included) will need to be fitted.
1. Remove Power Supply Box Cover
Remove all four screws in each corner
of the power supply box and remove the
cover.
2. Remove Battery Box
Remove the battery case from the power
supply box and remove the screw in the
centre of the case.
3. Insert Batteries
Insert 4 x AA batteries into the battery
box ensuring they are inserted the correct
way.
Note: Only use 1.5V AA (LR6) Alkaline
batteries (preferably => 2000mAh for good
battery life).
4. Replace Battery Box
Replace the battery case cover. Replace
and tighten the screw. Insert the battery
case back into the power supply box.
5. Replace Power Supply Cover
Replace the power supply cover and
tighten all 4 screws ensuring they are all
fully tightened.
-
+
Battery
Case
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Installation - Electrical Connections
1. Position Power Supply Box
Position the power supply box onto the wall surface
below the sink / work surface where it is easily
accessible.
Note: Ensure that the power supply box is fitted the
correct way up (see opposite) and that the flexible
hose will reach from the underside of the spout to the
power supply box.
Using suitable fixings for the wall type secure the
power supply box to the wall.
2. Connect Power Supply Cable
Before starting any electrical work ensure the
power supply is isolated.
Wire the electrical power cable into a switched fused
spur off the ring main.
The blue wire should be wired to the neutral
connection and the brown wire should be connected to
the live connection.
Note: For full electrical requirements see ‘Electrical
Connections’ in ‘Installation Requirements’ section on
page 9.
Important: The power supply box must be
permanently connected to the fixed wiring of the
mains supply using the factory supplied power cable.
3. Plug In Power Cable
Plug the power cable into the power supply box.
4. Connect The Sensor Cable
Plug the sensor cable from the spout into the power
supply box to activate the infrared sensor.
5. Sensor Calibration (for IRBS5-CP only)
Press the button located on the side of the Power
Supply Box for 3 seconds and wait another 20 seconds
for the sensor to detect the sensing distance.
Note: Please make sure no other objects are blocking
the tap sensor while calibrating.
Inlet
Outlet
Important:
The power supply
box must be
installed this way
up.
This way up
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for IRBS5-CP only

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Connecting Water Supply
A blended water supply is required to
the inlet of the power supply box.
Before connecting the water supply
to the power supply box flush through
the pipework to ensure removal of
debris. Once flushed through turn off
the mains water supply and close any
isolating valves.
Inlet Connection
The inlet connection on the power
supply box is a 1/2” BSP male threaded
connection.
Connect a 1/2” BSP female connector
to the inlet connection ensuring a
suitable sealing washer is used to
create a water tight connection.
Outlet Connection
IRBS3-BN/BZ/CP
The outlet connection on IRBS3-BN/
BZ/CP is a standard 1/2” BSP male
threaded connection.
Connect the flexi hose (supplied) to
the outlet connection, ensuring it is
tightened fully.
IRBS5-CP
The IRBS5-CP is supplied with a
1320mm outlet hose pre-fitted to the
spout.
Push the outlet hose onto the outlet
spigot on the power supply box.
Ensure the outlet hose it fully pushed
onto the outlet spigot and crimp the
hose clamp using a pair of pliers to
secure the hose onto the spigot.
Inlet
water supply
Outlet
water
supply
Outlet
Hose
Inlet
water supply
IRBS3-BN/BZ/CP
IRBS5-CP
Installation - Water Connections
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Installation - Water Connections
Flexible Connecting Hose
Care must be taken when connecting the
flexible connection hose from the power
supply box to the spout to ensure it does
not bend sharply and kink or twist.
See below for recommended ways to fit
the flexible connecting hose.
Important: Failure to follow these guidelines may result in poor performance and
damage to the flexible connection hose.
Slight
bend
Sweeping
bend
Kink Curved
round
Twists
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Operation
Using the Automatic Basin Spout
Place the users hands under the spout
within the sensing range. Once the users
hands have been detected water will flow
constantly until the hands are removed.
After 55 ± 5 seconds the water will stop
flowing.
If the user requires more water remove
hands from the sensing range and wait 4
seconds, then place the hands back into
the sensing range and the water will flow
again.
Note: The sensing range for all models:
27-31cm for IRBS3-BN/BZ/CP
and 15-25 cm for IRBS5-CP from the
sensor.
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Maintenance
General Cleaning
Your fitting has a high quality finish and
should be treated with care to preserve
the visible surfaces. All surfaces will
wear if not cleaned correctly, the only safe
way to clean your mixer is to wipe with a
soft damp cloth. Stains can be removed
using washing up liquid. All bath cleaning
powders and liquids will damage the
surface of your fitting, even the non-
scratch cleaners.
Note: Never use abrasive detergents or
disinfectants or those containing alcohol,
hydrochloric acid or phosphoric acid.
Cleaning the Inlet Filter
Before carrying out any maintenance, turn
off the mains water supply and close any
isolating valves.
In hard water area it may be necessary
to regularly clean the inlet filter in the
power supply box to maintain optimum
performance of the infrared spout.
Remove the inlet supply connection and
remove the inlet filter. Run under cold
water to remove any build up of limescale
and debris. Replace the filter and
re-attach the inlet connection, ensuring
that the sealing washer is also refitted.
Inlet Filter
Inlet
water supply
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Maintenance
Disposal and Recycling
End of Product Life
When this appliance has reached the end
of its serviceable life, it should be
disposed of in a safe manner, in
accordance with current local authority
recycling, or waste disposal policy.
Battery Disposal
Spent batteries should not be disposed
of with normal household waste. Contact
your local authority for information on
waste disposal and recycling.
This symbol on the product or packaging
indicates that this product should not be
disposed of with your other household
waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to
dispose of your waste equipment by
handing it over to a designated collection
point for the recycling of waste electrical
and electronic equipment. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste
equipment at the time of disposal will
help to conserve natural resources and
ensure that it is recycled in a manner that
protects human health and the
environment.
For more information about where you
can drop off your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact
your local council office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
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Symptom Cause Remedy
Spout does not
operate e.g no
water flow.
Sensor cable not connected. Check that the sensor cable is
connected. If not connected,
connect sensor cable. Refer to
‘Electrical Connections’ on page
13.
Water supply not turned on. Turn on water supply and open
any isolation / service valves.
Solenoid valve not opening. Contact Bristan Customer
Services on 0844 701 6273.
No mains electrical power to
the power supply box.
Connect power supply cable.
Refer to ‘Electrical Connections’
on page 13.
Blockage in water supply
pipework.
Remove pipework and flush to
remove any debris.
Remove inlet filter and clean
under running water.
Inlet water supply pressure too
low.
Refer to ‘Specifications’ section
on page 6.
No power to the
power supply
box.
No Mains power to the power
supply box.
Connect power supply cable.
Refer to ‘Electrical Connections’
on page 13.
Mains power supply failed and
no batteries fitted or batteries
low.
Check mains power supply.
Insert / change batteries. Refer
to ‘Installation - Inserting
batteries’ section on page 12.
Flow or water
too low
Inlet filter is partially blocked. Clean inlet filter. Refer to
‘Maintenance’ section on page
17-18.
Partially closed stop or service
valve in water supply pipework.
Open stop or service valve.
Inlet water supply pressure too
low.
Adjust inlet water pressure
accordingly. Refer to
‘Specifications’ section on page 6.
Troubleshooting
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Symptom Cause Remedy
Flow of water
too high.
Inlet water supply pressure too
high.
Adjust inlet water pressure
accordingly. Refer to
‘Specifications’ section on page 6.
Spout runs
randomly
without a user
present.
Object in the sensing range. Ensure the sensing range is
clear.
Sensor light not
working.
Sensor light faulty. Contact Bristan Customer
Services on 0844 701 6273.
Circuit board faulty or has been
allowed to get wet.
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Services on 0844 701 6273.
Batteries are exhausted. Replace batteries.
Short cycles of
batteries.
Incorrect batteries fitted. Replace batteries. Ensure
batteries are 1.5V AA (LR6)
Alkaline batteries (preferably
=>2000mAh) for good battery life.
Infrared sensor
flickering.
Batteries running low. Replace batteries. Ensure
batteries are 1.5V AA (LR6)
Alkaline batteries (preferably
=>2000mAh) for good battery life.
Troubleshooting - cont.
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