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How to remove this tap handle to replace washer?
Posted: Tue Apr 14, 2020 2:17 pm
by fguk01
I have tried to lift the top cap to expose a spindle screw but it does not seem to be removable. Is it possible that the tap 'handle' unscrews anticlockwise from the body after it has been turned fully open? I have tried but don't want to damage the tap and nothing wants to give.
Re: How to remove this tap handle to replace washer?
Posted: Tue Apr 14, 2020 10:34 pm
by stoneyboy
Hi fguk01.
The top dome unscrews to give access to the fixing screw.
Regards S
Re: How to remove this tap handle to replace washer?
Posted: Thu Apr 16, 2020 7:47 pm
by fguk01
Thanks stoneyboy, got em off with a bit of persuasion
Re: How to remove this tap handle to replace washer?
Posted: Fri Apr 17, 2020 9:44 am
by stoneyboy
Hi fguk01,
You’ll probably find they are ceramic disc valves. The valve itself generally does not leak but the sealing washer on the bottom of the valve assembly disintegrates. Try replacing the sealing washer first.
Regards S.