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Repair A
Leaky Cartridge Faucet |
Before You Start
Make sure the main water valve is turned off either near the
base of the faucet or under the sink. Open all the lines to
drain out any excess water. Cover the sink with a towel or
cloth to stop any parts or tools from slipping down the
drain. You may also want to cover any wrenches or pliers
with tape or cloth to prevent any damage to the finish of
your faucet. When you disassemble to faucet place the parts
in order so they can easily be put back together. Last but
not certainly least remember to take the faucet name or
model number along with the old parts to the store so you
can identify the correct replacement part or kit.
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Cartridge Faucet
If your faucet leaks from the spout, you
will have to replace the cartridge. If your faucet leaks
from the handle, you will have to replace the O rings. It is
a good idea to replace both when you repair the faucet,
since the O rings are located on the cartridge.
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- Turn off your water at the shut off
valve located under the sink. Drain any remaining water.
If your handle has a screw, unscrew it and pull off the
cover. You may need to use a finger nail file or knife
to pry off the cover of the handle.
- There is a pivot nut under the
handle. Loosen this nut with a screwdriver to see the
top of the cartridge. There should be a U shaped
retaining clip holding the cartridge in place. Use
needle nosed pliers to remove the clip, and pull out the
cartridge.
- Insert a new cartridge, pressing it
down as far as it will go. Align the flat notches in the
stem with the brass body slots. Insert the U shaped
retaining clip, making sure it goes in all the way. Put
the pivot nut back onto the column.
- Replace the handle by tipping it up
as high as it will go within its plastic hood. The cam
opening of the handle must engage the groove of the
pivot nut. Engage the back of the lever in the pivot
nut’s groove. After you feel the handle engage, you
should press the handle down. Screw in the stem screw
and replace the cover. Turn on the water and test it for
drips.
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| Tools:
Screwdriver, needle-nose pliers, adjustable wrench, new
cartridge |
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