Delta Tub Faucet Handle Removal

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Delta tub faucet handle removal.

In most cases handle styles are available in different sizes depending on the application of the faucet. Look for the. Turn off the water at the shut off valve underneath the kitchen sink. This introduces the added complication of having to turn the water off before you can rotate the handle and remove the set screw but you have to do that anyway if you re servicing the valve so no biggie.

The key is keeping the fulcrum as close to the handle as possible. The handle securing screw is small and can accidentally drop. I was about to start this project when i ran into a roadblock. You will need a phillips head screwdriver to remove the screw holding the centerpiece underneath.

For example tub shower handles tend to be larger than lavatory handles. But you probably won t need it because it s a straightforward job. Place a wash cloth or towel over the bathtub drain. The set screw in the handle was stripped.

You can also e mail us or call 1 800 345 delta 3358. I called delta and they told me to order a new cartridge. Concise instructions for fixing a bathtub leak due to a bad delta monitor 1300 1400 shower cartridge rp19084 or rp46074. Using one pry bar will not do it it will take two one from either side using the dress ring as the fulcrum at first.

To locate a local source for delta handles visit your licensed professional plumbing contractor or delta showroom. It will pry off you just need the right leverage. Start by turning off the water shut off valves then disconnect the supply hoses by unscrewing them with adjustable pliers. On some upscale delta kitchen faucets the screw is on the side of the handle cover that s facing the back wall when the faucet is off.

Push the handle to the right and you have hot water and to the left is cold. Use a 1 8 allen wrench to remove the set screw. How to remove a delta bathtub faucet handle step 1. The pry bar i refer to is the larger one of the three.

Hold the arm of the faucet handle in place and twist the base counterclockwise. You ll find the procedure for removing a delta kitchen faucet in the delta kitchen faucet repair diagram in your owner s manual.