How do you service a shower cartridge?

How do you service a shower cartridge?

Soak the cartridge in white vinegar for an hour. Remove and rinse thoroughly with water. While the cartridge is soaking, turn on your shower to flush the opening. We recommend opening the cold water side of the valve to avoid contact with hot water.

How do you clean a bristan shower cartridge?

If the cartridge is heavily covered in lime scale we suggest submerging the complete cartridge in a 50/50 solution of hot water and white vinegar. Leave the cartridge to soak for approximately 4 hours, take out and rinse the solution off with cold water.

Is bristan a good make of shower?

Bristan are the UK experts in both taps & showers. We find Bristan showers to be expertly designed, made from high quality materials and represent value for money. The range includes Electric Showers, Power Showers and also Mixer Showers and Bar Mixers. Below we run through some of our best sellers from Bristan.

Why do shower cartridges fail?

There are several reasons why the cartridge may have failed; the number one cause is an in-balance in water pressure between the mains cold pressure and the heated hot water(and this is very common). This constant in-balance between the two will cause damage to the cartridge which is housed within the valve.

How long should a shower cartridge last?

The valves are easy to move against pressure. Control the volume from off to full on by leaving them set to the same temperature. The system costs about $30 to replace, but they last for 20 to 30 years.

How do I stop my bristan shower from dripping?

To prevent this from happening, we advise that you service the valve every 6-12 months to clear any limescale or debris that may be stuck. If your product is already dripping and servicing does not resolve it, the valve will need to be replaced.

How do I fix a leaky shower valve?

1. Gather Tools and Materials.
2. Turn Off the Water Supply and Open the Faucet.
3. Remove the Handle Cap, Handle and Faceplate.
4. Remove the Locking Clip.
5. Remove and Replace the Cartridge.
6. Replace Other Parts and Test.
7. Remove the Metal Stem in a Shower Faucet with Two Handles.
8. Replace the Metal Stem if Needed.

Is Bristan good brand?

Top quality products and excellent customer service Excellent service. Replaced worn out parts free of charge, quickly and efficiently. 5 year warranty on all my bristan taps and shower is excellent and parts replaced with no argument or hassle. I will definitely buy bristan products in the future.

Are Bristan showers made in UK?

Over the years that followed our brand promise has always stayed the same – to deliver a great range of taps and showers, designed and engineered in Great Britain, together with creating extraordinary customer experiences every time.

Why is my shower still leaking after replacing cartridge?

Your faucet may contain a ceramic, brass, or rubber seat that is meant to form a seal at the bottom of the cartridge opening. The seat can become damaged with use so that it no longer fits correctly into the hole in the cartridge, which allows water to leak. The O-ring may also become cracked and cause a leak.

What do you need to know about Bristan shower?

Bristan’s dedicated to making your job easier, so the mini-valve showers are the perfect product for installing a shower in a confined space, retro-fitting on existing pipework. And it’s a straightforward product to maintain. For a handy guide to maintaining your Bristan mini-valve thermostatic cartridge, check out this video!

How often should I service my Bristan shower cartridge?

For the health of your shower, it’s important to regularly service cartridges in hard water areas every 12 months, so we’ve put together a quick and easy how-to guide below for maintaining the thermostatic cartridges, in your Bristan mini-valves. To remove the cartridge, there’s a few initial steps to follow.

What kind of cartridge does a Bristan shower mixer use?

Find out more… Dual control brass thermostatic cartridge with ceramic disc valve used in many Bristan shower mixers, which is also known as the CART5. Instructions for the Bristan Thermostatic Cartridge: see diagram above.

How do you remove handle from Bristan shower thermostatic?

Remove the plug (13), unscrew the retaining grubscrew (12) and pull the handle (9) off the spindle. Unscrew and remove the handle spindle (11), unscrew the retaining grubscrew (10) and pull the handle (9) off the spindle. Remove the indice (16), unscrew the retaining screw (19) and pull the handle (9) off the spindle.