Bristan Blade Bath Shower Mixer BL BSM C User manual

Fitting Instructions & Contents List
Fitting Instructions & Contents ListFitting Instructions & Contents List
Fitting Instructions & Contents List
Blade Bath Shower Mixer
Blade Bath Shower MixerBlade Bath Shower Mixer
Blade Bath Shower Mixer
Please keep these instructions for future reference and request of replacement parts
Please keep these instructions for future reference and request of replacement partsPlease keep these instructions for future reference and request of replacement parts
Please keep these instructions for future reference and request of replacement parts

Contents
Contents Contents
Contents Page
PagePage
Page
1. Introduction 03
2. Safety Note 03
3. Specification 04
4. Installation 04 - 05
5. Cleaning & Maintenance 0
. Bristan Guarantee 07

. Introduction
. Introduction. Introduction
. 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 701 273.
2. Safety Note
2. Safety Note2. Safety Note
2. 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.
Before starting any installation please consider the following:
Prior to 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
SAFETY
NOTE
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3. Specification
3. Specification3. Specification
3. Specification
Operating pressure range (bar) Min. Max.
Bath shower mixer (to bath fill) 0.5 8.0
Maximum operating pressure – 10.0 bar
NOTE:- Nominally equal (balanced) inlet supply pressures are recommended for optimum performance.

Specification continued
Specification continuedSpecification continued
Specification continued
Designed to comply with BS EN 200 for single taps/ combination
taps for water systems of type 1 and 2 general technical
specifications and to be used within systems designed to BS 700.
BS 700 recommends the temperature of stored water should
never exceed 5°C. A stored water temperature of
0°C is considered sufficient to meet all nominal requirements
and will minimise the build up of lime scale in hard
water areas.
4. Installation
4. Installation4. Installation
4. Installation
This mixer is suitable for use at all supply pressures, however for optimum use both hot and cold supplies should
be reasonably balanced. If the fitting is installed at low pressure (tank fed), then the minimum height from the
Bath shower mixer to the underside of the cold tank should be at least 5.0 metres to ensure adequate shower
performance.
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This mixer should be installed in compliance with Water Regulations. For further details please contact your local
Water Authority.
Where the supplies are unbalanced i. e. hot water from the cylinder tank and cold from the mains, approved
check valves must be fitted in the supply pipes.
. Identify all components are present prior to installation.
2. Fit the mixer body ( ) to the bath and secure using the rubber washers (2) and backnuts (3) below the bath.
Connect the hot and cold water supplies.
3. Fit the hose (4) to the mixer ( ) and the handset (9) using the small sealing washers (5). To adjust the hose
outlet position, loosen screw (f) then rotate the hose outlet to desired position. Secure in place with grub screw
(f).
4. Fix the wall bracket (8) to the wall using screw (7) and wall plug provided, ensuring the handset will reach it.
Attach the bracket handset holder (6).
5. Fully open both valves letting the water run for a few minutes to flush the system and check joints and
connections for leaks.
6. Operate the mixer in both bath and shower mode. To switch from bath fill to shower mode simply pull the
diverter knob (e) up. After use the mixer automatically reverts back to bath filling mode.

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c
e
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Parts contents list
Parts contents listParts contents list
Parts contents list
1. Mixer body x 1
2. Rubber washer x 2
3. Backnut x 2
4. Hose x 1
5. Small washer x 2
. Handset holder x 1
7. Fixing screw x 1
8. Wall bracket x 1
9. Handset x 1
a
c
d
f
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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5. Cleaning & Maintenance
5. Cleaning & Maintenance5. Cleaning & Maintenance
5. 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.
NOTE:- Never use abrasive detergents or disinfectants or those containing alcohol, hydrochloric or phosphoric
acid.
We advise that your fitting is regularly serviced, particularly in hard water areas.
Maintenance
MaintenanceMaintenance
Maintenance
If the fitting begins to drip:
1. Turn off both water supplies.
2. Prise out cap (a), loosen grub screw (b) and lift off handle (c).
3. Remove valve (d), clean valve seating, seal and ceramic disc.
4. Replace valve and head and turn on the water supply.
5. Contact our helpline if the problem persists.
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5. Contact our helpline if the problem persists.
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)

Bristan Guarantee
Bristan GuaranteeBristan Guarantee
Bristan Guarantee
2 year
2 year 2 year
2 year -
--
- Pumps, Power Showers
Pumps, Power ShowersPumps, Power Showers
Pumps, Power Showers
2 year parts. 1 year labour (subject to registration).
Electric Showers/Instantaneous Water Heaters
Electric Showers/Instantaneous Water HeatersElectric Showers/Instantaneous Water Heaters
Electric Showers/Instantaneous Water Heaters
2 year parts. 1 year labour (subject to registration).
5 year
5 year 5 year
5 year - Taps and Mixers
Taps and MixersTaps and Mixers
Taps and Mixers
5 year parts and 1 year labour (subject to proof of purchase).
Shower Valves
Shower ValvesShower Valves
Shower Valves
5 year parts. 5 year labour (subject to registration), else 1 year with proof of purchase.
Accessories
AccessoriesAccessories
Accessories
5 year parts only. Includes bathrooms accessories, shower accessories (e.g. hoses, handsets and
poles), wastes, WC levers and light pulls.
10 year
10 year 10 year
10 year - Shower enclosures, Shower Trays, Sanitary Ware & Furniture
Shower enclosures, Shower Trays, Sanitary Ware & FurnitureShower enclosures, Shower Trays, Sanitary Ware & Furniture
Shower enclosures, Shower Trays, Sanitary Ware & Furniture
10 year parts (subject to registration), else 2 years with proof of purchase. 1 year labour (subject
to registration), else 1 year with proof of purchase.
This guarantee applies to products purchased within the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland, but does not apply
to products used commercially.
The guarantee is only available to original purchasers who have proof of purchase.
The installation must allow ready access to all products for the purpose of inspection, maintenance or
The installation must allow ready access to all products for the purpose of inspection, maintenance or
replacement.
Any part found to be defective during the above guarantee period will be replaced without charge, providing that the
product has been installed in accordance with the instructions, used as intended, and regularly serviced.
Servicing should be carried out at regular intervals of no more than 12 months and more frequently in hard water
areas (heavy lime scale) areas.
In the unlikely event that any problems are encountered with the product’s performance on installation, you must
obtain guidance/authorisation from our Customer Service Department, and be able to supply proof and date of
purchase, before any remedial action is taken.
The guarantee excludes general wear and tear and damage caused by accident, misuse or neglect, and does not
cover the following:
Components that are subject to general wear and tear such as filters, seals, ‘O’ rings and washers etc.
· Damage caused by faulty installation
· Damage caused by lime scale or any waterborne debris
· Damage caused by inappropriate cleaning products (see user instructions)
· Damage caused by the use of non-Bristan parts
· The product being used for a purpose other than intended by the manufacturer.
In the interests of continuous product improvement Bristan reserves the right to alter specification as necessary.
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This booklet covers all product codes
BL BSM C
Helpline
HelplineHelpline
Helpline
0844 70 6273
0844 70 62730844 70 6273
0844 70 6273
0844 70 6273
0844 70 62730844 70 6273
0844 70 6273
Bristan Group Limited
Birch Coppice Business Park, Dordon, Tamworth, Staffordshire B78 SG
A Masco Company
Website: www.bristan.com
Telephone: [phone] Facsimile: 0844 70 6275
Email: [e-mail]
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