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 First, turn
off the water supply at the shutoff valves. Then rotate
the faucet spout to one side and raise the handle to
expose the setscrew. Remove the setscrew and lift off the
handle. |
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 Unscrew the
escutcheon cap to remove it. Take out the cartridge
mounting screws and lift out the cylinder. If it's
stubborn, grasp the cylinder lever with a pair of pliers
and gently pull the cylinder straight out. |
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 Remove the
old neoprene seals from the cylinder openings. |
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 Clean the
cylinder openings with a scouring pad. Rinse the cylinder
with clear water. |
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 Put new
seals into the cylinder openings and reassemble the
faucet. To prevent cracking the ceramic disks with sudden
water pressure, move the handle to the ON position and
then SLOWLY open the shutoff valves. When the water runs
steadily, close the faucet. |
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RELATED PROJECTS
Fixing a Compression Faucet
Fixing Ball-Type Faucets
Fixing Cartridge Faucets
Replacing Worn Valve
Seats
Resurfacing Valve Seats
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