Bristan Qubo Bath Filler: Installation & User Guide
Please leave these instructions with the end user.
QB BF C (D1)
Specifications
Dynamic Water Pressure
Min: 0.2 bar
Max: 5.0 bar
Visual: Dial showing pressure from 0 to 5 BAR, with a needle indicating the current pressure.
Maximum Static Pressure: 10.0 bar
Inlet Water Temperature
Max: 60°C
Visual: Thermometer showing temperature up to 60°C.
Inlet Connections
3/4" BSP
Spare Parts
To replace any spare parts for your tap, scan the QR code or visit www.bristan.com and search for your product.
[QR Code for Spare Parts]
Pack Contents
- x1 Qubo Tap
- x2 Plinth
- x2 Plinth Seal
- x2 Washer
- x2 Backnut
Visuals: Illustrations of the tap, plinth, seals, washers, and backnuts.
Operation
Visual: Diagram showing tap handles in 'On' and 'Cold'/'Hot' positions.
Handles indicate 'On' and 'Cold'/'Hot' positions.
Tools Required for Installation/Maintenance
- [Adjustable Spanner]
- [Hexagonal Keys]
- [Philips Head Screwdriver]
- [Box Spanner (Inlets)]
- [Box Spanner (Cartridge)]
- 31mm
- 17mm
- 2.5mm
- Size 1
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.co.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.
Installation
Step 1: Prepare the Tap Body
Feed the tap body through the plinths and ensure rubber plinth seals are in place.
Your model may come with a plinth and will either be included pre-attached or loose in the box.
Visual: Illustration of tap body being fed through plinths with seals.
Step 2: Secure the Tap
Once aligned, feed the threaded tails through tap holes.
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.
Visual: Illustration of tap being secured with backnuts and washers.
Step 3: Connect Water Supplies
Connect the hot and cold water supplies to the threaded tails.
Visual: Illustration showing hot and cold water pipes connecting to the tap tails.
REMEMBER: Hot on the left, cold on the right!
Important Notes
⚠️ 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 customer support.
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 KITO1' on www.bristan.com.
[QR Code for Cleaning Kit]
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
Step 1: Remove Handle
Remove indice by pulling it loose, then undo hex grub screw to remove handle.
Visual: Illustration showing indice removal and grub screw.
Indice will be placed on either the front or back of the handle.
Step 2: Remove Cartridge
Unscrew the cartridge/valve using a box spanner.
Visual: Illustration of cartridge removal.
Step 3: Check Seals
Check any seals and O-rings for damage. Replace cartridge/valve if necessary.
Step 4: Reassemble
Reverse the steps to replace the cartridges/valves and handles.
IMPORTANT: Isolate the water supply before starting!
If your model has them: Remove the screw and spline adapter.
(When replacing, ensure valve is fully closed with the handle parallel to the spout)
Maintenance - Clean/ Replace Outlet
1a: Flow Straightener
Using an adjustable spanner, unscrew gently to remove the outlet.
Visual: Illustration of outlet removal with spanner.
Your tap may have a different outlet; use the corresponding tool and method to remove.
1b: Recessed Outlet
If provided, insert the key tool into the outlet and twist to release it.
Visual: Illustration of recessed outlet removal with key tool.
1c: Coin Slot Aerator
Using a coin, insert into the slot on the outlet and twist to release it.
Visual: Illustration of coin slot aerator removal with a coin.
Step 2: De-scale Parts
Check all loose parts for any damage, then soak using a suitable solution to de-scale.
Visual: Illustration of parts soaking in a bowl.
Step 3: Reassemble Outlet
Reverse the steps to replace the outlet.
Visual: Arrows indicating reverse steps.
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Low Flow | Partially closed isolation valve. | Open isolation valve. |
| Low Flow | Airlock or partial blockage in the supply pipework. | Flush through pipework to ensure removal of debris and any airlocks. |
| Low Flow | Partial blockage in the outlet | Remove to Clean and soak in suitable solution. |
| No hot water or cycling hot and cold | Instantaneous water heater cycles on and off as flow rate or pressure is too low. | Increase water flow rate or pressure through system. |
| No Flow | Closed isolation valve. | Open isolation valve. |
| No Flow | Mains water supply turned off. | Turn on mains water supply. |
| Temperatures not corresponding with taps | Inlet pipes have been connected incorrectly | Swap the inlet tails around. |
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 1SG.
EU: Masco Europe S.à.r.l., 14 Rue Strachen, 6933 Mensdorf, Luxembourg
Customer Service: +44330 026 6273
Web: www.bristan.com
Email: enquire@bristan.com
A Masco Company
Servicing Your Tap
We recommend servicing your tap at least once every year to prolong its life.
To see a video showing how to remove the cartridge for servicing, scan the QR code with your smart phone or tablet. Alternatively visit www.youtube.com/BristanTV
[QR Code for Servicing Video]
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.
Your guarantee starts from the purchase of your product, but you can still benefit from registering it for easier identification in the unlikely event of a manufacturing fault, please visit www.bristan.com/register
For any other queries, please call Customer Service on 0330 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.
