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In this episode, I’ll show you exactly how to replace the seats and springs
in a single handle faucet.
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To begin, you’ll need seats and springs, channel lock pliers, needle nose pliers,
an Allen wrench and a cloth
A single handle faucet uses a small ball valve to control water flow and temperature.
Two small holes in the ball valve connect to the hot and cold supply
and make contact the rubber seats.
Over time these seats and springs can wear down and become leaky.
Replacing the seats and springs is easy and can save you from replacing the entire faucet.
First, close the shutoff valve.
Turn on the faucet to completely drain the lines and relieve any built up pressure.
Next, plug your sink so you won’t lose any pieces during the repair.
First, remove the screw cover.
Use an Allen wrench to remove the set screw.
The Allen wrench size will depend on your faucet.
This screw holds the handle in place and some models will need a Phillips screwdriver instead.
Next, pull off the handle.
Use the needle nose pliers to unscrew the adjusting ring.
Place a cloth over top and use the channel lock pliers to unscrew the cap.
Now pull out the ball, the cam, and packing.
Soak up the water in the faucet shank.
This will make it easier to remove and installing the new seats and springs.
Looking down into the faucet, you should see the seats and springs.
Insert an Allen wrench into the rubber seat and tilt it slightly to catch the spring underneath.
Lift out to remove and discard the seats and springs for both sides.
The springs are wedge shaped.
The larger part should be on the bottom with the rubber seats acting as a cap.
Now insert your new seats and springs in the holes.
First, install the ball valve.
Align the pin to the slot on the side of the ball valve and slide the valve in.
Place the cam over top of the packing and align the tab to the slot.
Next, place the cap on top of the cap.
Push the lever forward and apply pressure with your thumb to keep the cam in the slot.
This will prevent the cam from rotating out of place as the cap is screwed on.
Hand tighten the cap.
Now, use the needle nose pliers to screw on the adjusting ring.
Screw the handle back into place and replace the screw cap.
Finally, turn the water back.
Test out your faucet and check for any leaks.
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