Bristan 1901 User manual

1901 Pillar Mounted Bath Shower Mixer
Fitting Instructions & Contents List
Please keep these instructions for future reference

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing Bristan, the UK's leading taps and showers expert. We have designed this product with your
enjoyment in mind.
To ensure that it works to its full potential, it needs to be fitted correctly. These fitting instructions
have been created to give you all of the information you need and, if you need any further help, please do not
hesitate to give us a call on
0844 701 6273.
Safety Note
Please read these instruction thoroughly and retain for future use.
All product manufactured and supplied by Bristan are safe provided they are installed correctly, used correctly and
receive regular maintenance
in accordance with these instructions.
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.
Specification
Operating pressure range [bar]
Maximum Static pressure -
10.0 bar
Min. Max.
0.2 8.0
NOTE: - Nominally equal [balanced] inlet supply
pressures are recommended for optimum
performance.
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Installation
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1. Identify all components and check for completeness,
particularly before commencing installation.
2. Fit the legs [1] to the body using the large sealing
washers [21.
3. Fit the mixer to the bath using the backnuts [4] and
washers [31, connect the hot and cold water supplies.
4. Fit the cradle [5] to the mixer [if not already fitted].
using the supplied sealing washer.
5. Fit the hose [6] to the cradle and the handset [7] using
the small sealing washers [8].
6. Fully open both valves, letting them run for a few
minutes.
7. Operate the mixer in both bath and shower mode. To switch from bath to shower mode, move the diverter
lever [9] from one extreme to the other. Check all Joints and connections for leaks.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ
This fitting needs to be installed in accordance with the following Installation Requirements and Notes [IRN]
to ensure they meet the requirements of the Water Supply [Water Fittings] Regulations 1999 and the
Scottish Byelaws 2004.

IRN R001
See text of entry for Installation Requirements or Notes.
IRN R040 Schedule 2-15 (1]
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The fitting shall be installed so that its outlet discharges above the spill-over level of any fixed
appliance as 1nd1cated below:-
For backflow protection in domestic or installations up to. and including. Fluid Category 3.
1.
Size of tap or combination fitting.
2.
Vertical distance of outlet above spill-over level.
1. Not exceeding 1/2 In 20mm
2. Exceeding 1/2 In but not exceeding 3/4 In 25mm
3. Exceeding 3/4 In 70mm
If the fitting cannot be installed as indicated in the table it shall be installed:
a) with an approved double check valve assembly or some other no less
effective backflow prevention device immediately upstream of the inlet;or
b) so that it draws water by gravity only from a cistern, or cylinder having a
permanently open vent pipe, and the distributing pipe supplies no other fitting
(other than draining tap) at a lower level.
For backflow protection in premises or installations up to. and including Fluid Category 5.
The vertical distance of the outlet above the spill-over level shall be not less than 20mm or twice the
diameter of the inlet pipe to the fitting, whichever is the greater.
If the fitting cannot be installed as indicated it shall be installed with a backflow prevention
arrangement suitable for the Fluid Category.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Your fitting has a high quality finish and should be treated with care to preserve the visible surfaces. All finishes will
wear if not cleaned correctly. The only safe way to clean your product is to wipe with a soft damp cloth.
Stains can be removed using washing up liquid. All bathroom cleaning product (powders and liquids) will
damage the surface of your fitting, even the non-scratch cleaners.
The hardness of the water in your area will determine how often you should clean and service this product.
Please refer to the Map of Hard Water Areas, on the following page.
NOTE: - Never use abrasive detergents or disinfectants or those containing alcohol, hydrochloric or phosphoric
acid.
Traditional type valves: - If the fitting leaks from the spindle
• Remove fitting head [if necessary).
• Tighten gland nut on top of valve.
All valve types: - If the fitting begins to drip
• Turn off the water supplies.
• Remove fitting head and valve.
• Carefully clean seating and rubber washer.
• Replace valve and turn on the water supplies.
• If the problem persists contact our customer service helpline.
Bristan recommend E-Cloth for cleaning all of our bathroom & kitchen products.
Using Just water, E-cloth gives a smear free, deep clean by breaking up and holding
dirt, which normal cloths leave behind. Order through your Bristan stockist.
(ORDER CODE: ECLOTH)

Soft to
moderately soft
0 - 100mg/l as
calcium carbonate
equivalent
Slightly hard to
moderately hard
100 - 200mg/l as
calcium carbonate
equivalent
Hard to very hard
above 200mg/l as
calcium carbonate
equivalent

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Notes:
Please use this space to add any notes which you or your installer may have regarding the plumbing
system/installation of this product.