How to fix a leaky delta two handled kitchen faucet 1.
Delta kitchen faucet leaking under handle.
Replace ball assembly 1 in diagram repair part rp70 as shown for lever handles or rp212 for knob handles replace cam packing 2 in diagram repair kit rp61.
Test to see if water is leaking around the flange by plugging your drain with a rubber stopper.
Use channel lock pliers in quick short bursts to break the seal.
Turn off the water to the faucet and open both valves to relieve water pressure.
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Replace stem unit assembly 3 in diagram repair part rp1740.
Lift the stopper out.
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Replace stem unit assembly 3 in diagram repair part rp1740 leaks from base of the spout.
Remove the round metal stem and pull out the ball and cam and packing.
Unscrew the nut that holds the valve in.
Reattach the nut that holds the horizontal rod to the pop up body.
Just don t exert too much pressure or it will bend.
When troubleshooting a leaking faucet choose your delta faucet type identify your leak location in the diagram and review the associated solutions and recommended replacement parts.
Delta single handle ball valve faucets are among the least troublesome to repair although the fact the valve is spring loaded can make disassembly a little finicky.
For faucets purchased prior to 2007 please order rp1050 cap and rp61 cam and packing.
Leaks from under the handle.
Do not cover the outside of the.
If the faucet is leaking from under the handle replacing the cam and packing should solve the problem.
Leaks from under the handle.
Unscrew the screw underneath with a.
Replace seats and springs 4 in diagram repair part rp4993 if leak persists.
Leaks from base of the spout.
Remove the nut that holds the horizontal rod to the body of the pop up stopper.
Replace ball assembly 1 in diagram repair part rp70 as shown for lever handles or rp212 for knob handles replace cam packing 2 in diagram repair kit rp61.
For faucets purchased prior to 2007 please order rp1050 cap and rp61 cam and packing.