How do you remove a bristan shower tap?

Remove the centre cap / indice and then the retaining screw. Pull the temperature handle and temperature handle adaptor off. Remove the temperature stop ring and remove the circlip that holds the flow handle in place. Once this has been removed the flow handle will pull off.

How do I know what cartridge fits my shower?

Use a caliper or ruler and measure the cartridge. Do this by measuring from the base to the tip (from seat to splines). Pay attention to the length tier of your cartridge (Lengths range from 1–12).

How do you clean tap spindles?

Tap Servicing Guide and Pricing

  1. Once tap spindles are removed fully un-wind tap spindle from body, exposing rubber o-ring (s) to tap spindles.
  2. Remove o-ring (s) and renew with new o-ring(s), applying thread sealant to o-ring (s)
  3. With the spindle body cleaner, fully clean body removing any debris and old lubricant.

Why do tap cartridges fail?

What is a ceramic disc cartridge? It is not usually the ceramic tap cartridges themselves that fail, however, as these tap cartridges are incredibly durable and designed to last a lifetime. Rather, it is the inlet or outlet seals falling apart or the build-up of sediment within them that creates leakages.

Are shower cartridges universal?

Cartridges aren’t interchangeable among different faucets, so if you decide you need a replacement, you need to know its part number so you can order it from your plumbing supplier or online. That number is usually available on the manufacturer’s website in the online version of the owner’s manual for your faucet.

Is there a guarantee on Bristan bathroom taps?

All of our products are covered by a guarantee. Most include both parts and labour (so we’ll send an engineer to fix the problem as part of our guarantee). Please note that guarantees are only valid with proof of purchase.

How long does it take to get Bristan taps?

Our nationwide stockists means buying your Bristan taps or showers is easy – and if they don’t have what you want, we’ll deliver to them the next day by noon.

Do you need proof of purchase for Bristan care?

Please note that proof of purchase will be required to arrange a claim and/or to arrange a visit by one of our expert Bristan Care engineers. This item is not currently available to purchase on this site, you can order now from a retailer or through one of our online partners.

Do you need to register your shower valve with Bristan?

Register your product with us now, and if you do have any queries after installation, we’ll be able to identify your product and give you the best advice quickly. Please note that proof of purchase will be required to arrange a claim and/or to arrange a visit by one of our expert Bristan Care engineers.