Changing a Tap Washer

Over time your Cheap Taps begins to leak. This is not a big issue. The most possible chance for this leak is that the washer has worn out. Water dripping from taps is certainly not acceptable; it also wastes a lot of water. It requires immediate replacement. It is important to know the kinds of taps you have. Different kinds of types require different sort of treatment and replacement. For instance, taps contain washer that is different from ordinary taps, rising and non-rising taps though have the same kind of washer, but differ in parts.

If you have older cross Waterfall Taps , turn it on fully and unfasten the cover. If there is a need of spanner, wrap the cover with cloth to prevent it from any damage. Old covers often require some lubrication for smooth opening. Use some penetrating oil for such covers. Make the rest part of the tap secure by holding it with another spanner; this will keep it from turning while you unscrew the cover. You will find a nut under the cover. Use thin open ended spanner to remove this nut. In case you are unable to open the nut with spanner easily, remove the cross head of the tap to have a better access. It is mostly positioned with grub screw. You might have to use penetrating oil for removing that screw.

For rising spindle Kitchen Sink Taps , you may need to replace the whole jumper, if you are unable to remove the nut. Same goes for non-rising spindle tap. You may have to replace the entire mechanism or a part of it. You can use petroleum jelly or grease at joints; this will be helpful in future, if you have to disassemble the tap at any time. Remove the washer and replace it with new one. Apply some lubrication at the joints and put back the nozzle.

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