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Remove old shower thermostatic valve for replacement
Posted: Sat Oct 28, 2023 11:15 am
by Gabe_le_bricolo
Hi everyone,
I am trying to remove my old shower thermostatic valve to replace it with a more modern looking shower set.
However I am not finding how I am supposed to dismount it and I don't want to just use force, as I am sure there is a way to dismount it properly.
I added a picture to show the type of valve.
Re: Remove old shower thermostatic valve for replacement
Posted: Sun Oct 29, 2023 10:27 pm
by stoneyboy
Hi gabi-le-bricolo.
You will have to remove the handle - either the collar will unscrew or there will be screws under the handle which will allow you to remove the cover plate.
Regards S
Re: Remove old shower thermostatic valve for replacement
Posted: Mon Oct 30, 2023 6:06 am
by Gabe_le_bricolo
Stoneyboy,
Thanks for the reply.
I could not see any scew on the handle.
I am not sure what you mean by the collar. I have try to unscrew the plastic round but, but it seemed pretty stuck.
How much strength is required for unscrewing the collar?
Re: Remove old shower thermostatic valve for replacement
Posted: Mon Oct 30, 2023 10:45 am
by stoneyboy
Hi gabe-le-bricolo.
There may be a centre screw accessed through the hole in the handle. Until you get the handle off you will not see how the collar is held on.
Many of the components will be naturally welded in place from minerals in your water so you may have to use some penetrating oil to make disssembly easier.
Regards.
S