Bristan VT 1/2 C, Installation Instructions Manual

Page 1: ... for future reference Installer when you have read these instructions please ensure you leave them with the user Installation Instructions Vantage Tap Range Models covered VT 1 2 C VT BASNW C VT 3 4 C VT BF C VT BSM C BRISTAN ...

Page 2: ...ct us Important Safety Information 3 General Specifications 4 Installation Requirements 5 6 Basin Taps 7 9 Basin Taps Dimensions 7 Basin Taps Installation 8 9 Bath Taps 10 12 Bath Taps Dimensions 10 Bath Taps Installation 11 12 Basin Mixer Tap 13 16 Basin Mixer Tap Dimensions 13 Basin Mixer Tap Installation 14 16 Bath Filler 17 20 Bath Filler Dimensions 17 Bath Filler Installation 18 20 Bath Showe...

Page 3: ... off the mains water supply before connecting to any existing pipe work Fitting isolating valves to the inlet feeds is recommended for ease of maintenance Warning Before installing the new fitting 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 ...

Page 4: ...w pressure tank fed then the minimum distance from the highest installed position of the outlet to the underside of the cold tank should be at least 2 metres to ensure adequate performance These taps and mixers should be installed in compliance with the Water Regulations Where the supplies are unbalanced i e Hot water from cylinder tank cold from the mains approved check valves must be fitted in t...

Page 5: ...ld water inlets IRN R040 Bath Shower Mixer The fitting shall be installed so that its outlet discharges above the spill over level of any fixed appliance as indicated 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 ...

Page 6: ...ves must be accessible with a suitable flatblade screwdriver for turning on and for future servicing purposes See below for recommended ways to fit the flexible connecting pipes See below for the off and on positions of the isolation valves Slight bend 90 Angle Kink Curved round Twists Closed Off position Open On position Important Failure to follow these guidelines may result in poor performance ...

Page 7: ...7 Basin Taps Dimensions Dimensions are nominal and in millimetres 37 116 108 44 47 98 Max thickness 30 15mm Compression fitting with integral isolation valve 50 300 ...

Page 8: ...ts before attaching the flexible connecting pipes 2 Attach flexible connecting pipes Important Before connecting the flexible connecting pipes please refer to the specific installation requirements on page 6 Carefully screw the flexible connecting pipes into the push fit connectors and turn the integral isolation valves to the closed position as shown on page 6 Important Only tighten the flexible ...

Page 9: ...e hexagonal key and insert the short end into the grub screw and tighten an extra to 1 complete turn more to ensure the tap body is securely tightened to the push fit connector Important The fitting must be securely attached to the base Basin Taps Installation Plinth Push fit the grey rubber plugs into the grub screw holes Turn on the mains water supply and open the isolating valves using a suitab...

Page 10: ...10 Bath Taps Dimensions Dimensions are nominal and in millimetres 43 135 125 52 57 110 Max thickness 35 58 550 22mm Compression fitting with integral isolation valve 7 ...

Page 11: ...to the back nuts before attaching the flexible connecting pipes 2 Attach flexible connecting pipes Important Before connecting the flexible connecting pipes please refer to the specific installation requirements on page 6 Carefully screw the flexible connecting pipes into the push fit connectors and turn the integral isolation valves to the closed position as shown on page 6 Important Only tighten...

Page 12: ...he hexagonal key and insert the short end into the grub screw and tighten an extra to 1 complete turn more to ensure the tap body is securely tightened to the push fit connector Important The fitting must be securely attached to the base Bath Taps Installation Push fit the grey rubber plugs into the grub screw holes Turn on the mains water supply and open the isolating valves using a suitable flat...

Page 13: ...13 Basin Mixer Tap Dimensions Dimensions are nominal and in millimetres 44 158 138 Max thickness 35 82 300 138 50 27 15mm Compression fitting with integral isolation valve ...

Page 14: ...connector by turning the 6mm hexagonal key clockwise Once threading has started you can let go of the back nut Before fully tightening the cold connector place the hot connector into the push fit connector ensure it fits fully through the basin hole Note The hot connector has 2 flat edges at the top to allow it to fit fully down and close to the top of the cold connector Failure to do this may pre...

Page 15: ...osed position as shown on page 6 Note A flexible connecting pipe can be fed up through the hot connector hole and then screwed on if required Important Only tighten the flexible connecting pipe by hand Do not overtighten Connect the flexible connecting pipes to the household water supply pipes 4 Cover cap If required place the cover cap over the push fit connector until the tap body is ready to be...

Page 16: ... insert the short end into the grub screw and tighten an extra to 1 complete turn more to ensure the tap body is securely tightened to the push fit connector Important The fitting must be securely attached to the base Turn on the mains water supply and open the isolating valves using a suitable flatblade screwdriver Operation Moving the lever up down will increase decrease the flow of water Moving...

Page 17: ...17 Bath Filler Dimensions Dimensions are nominal and in millimetres 180 Max thickness 35 32 550 110 57 160 42 125 22mm Compression fitting with integral isolation valve ...

Page 18: ...he push fit connectors clockwise using the correct size spanner Once threading has started you can let go of the back nut 2 Align push fit connectors Place the spacer cover caps onto the push fit connectors Temporarily place the tap body onto the spacer caps Adjust the position of the push fit connectors so that the tap body is straight and firmly positioned onto the spacer caps Fully tighten the ...

Page 19: ...lace the plinths over the push fit connectors Grease the push fit connectors using the sachet of grease provided Push fit the tap body onto the connectors Align the body and tighten both grub screws at the rear of the body using the long end of the 2 5mm hexagonal key as shown opposite until finger tight Remove the hexagonal key and insert the short end into the grub screw and tighten an extra to ...

Page 20: ...lation Turn on the mains water supply and open the isolating valves using a suitable flatblade screwdriver Operation Move the hot lever to the left and cold lever to the right to adjust the temperature and increase the flow of water ...

Page 21: ...21 Bath Shower Mixer Dimensions Dimensions are nominal and in millimetres 180 Max thickness 35 32 550 110 57 160 42 125 20 22mm Compression fitting with integral isolation valve ...

Page 22: ...g the push fit connectors clockwise using the correct size spanner Once threading has started you can let go of the back nut 2 Align push fit connectors Place the spacer cover caps onto the push fit connectors Temporarily place the tap body onto the spacer caps Adjust the position of the push fit connectors so that the tap body is straight and firmly positioned onto the spacer caps Fully tighten t...

Page 23: ...e the plinths over the push fit connectors Grease the push fit connectors using the sachet of grease provided Push fit the tap body onto the connectors Align the body and tighten both grub screws at the rear of the body using the long end of the 2 5mm hexagonal key as shown opposite until finger tight Remove the hexagonal key and insert the short end into the grub screw and tighten an extra to 1 c...

Page 24: ...eck for any hidden pipes and cables before drilling holes in the wall Drill the wall at the marked positions to suit the wall fixings to be used fix the showerhead holder bracket to the wall and push fit the showerhead holder 6 Connect the shower hose to mixer Screw the shower hose ribbed nut end onto the mixer ensuring that the washer is fitted Bath Shower Mixer Installation 7 Connect the shower ...

Page 25: ...r to the right to adjust the temperature and increase the flow of water Pull the shower diverter knob up and twist to divert the water to the showerhead The water can be diverted back to the mixer by twisting the shower diverter knob and pushing it back down Bath Shower Mixer Installation ...

Page 26: ...g 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 Before carrying out any maintenance turn off the mains water supply and close any isolating valves Remove the grub screw cover cap loosen the grub screw but do not remove using a 2 5mm hexagonal key turning anti clockwise Remove t...

Page 27: ...shroud from the locking nut Unscrew the locking nut from the tap body using the correct size spanner and remove the cartridge Wash the cartridge with clean running water and make sure that any debris has been removed Dry and lightly grease the seals only use silicone grease replace the cartridge locking nut shroud and head 2 5mm hexagonal key Cartridge Head Tap body Shroud Locking nut Cover cap yo...

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Page 29: ...29 Notes Please use this space to add any notes you or your installer may have regarding the plumbing system installation of this product ...

Page 30: ...cts with a manufacturing fault A deferred payment will be necessary in order to secure any visits by our engineers which will be charged if the problem is found not to be a manufacturing fault If the fault is found to be down to a manufacturing error the payment will be released and not charged This guarantee applies to products purchased within the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland but does n...

Page 31: ... to advise on correct installation procedures and will be able to diagnose whether the fault will require a replacement part or a visit from a Bristan engineer If required a service call will be booked and either yourself or an appointed representative who should be a person of 18 years or over must be present during the visit All site visits to product within the guarantee period will be carried ...

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