Ceramic Disk Tap Leaking

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Ceramic disk tap leaking. In photo 2 we can see the parts we are concerned with. Disassemble the faucet and take the old parts with you when you go shopping for replacement parts so you can get exactly what you need. Remove the screw and lift off the handle. A disc retaining washer b ceramic discs c o ring which stops any water seepage up to the head of the tap d valve retaining nut e spindle on which the handle sits.

Ceramic disk faucets are durable but need repairing if they develop leaks or water flow problems. Push the handle back to access the set screw. The repair steps below are typical but always follow the manufacturer s instructions for your faucet. The tap is a lever turn and has no washer it is the ceramic disc type although the discs look plastic not ceramic.

I have just given up in replacing a ceramic disc cartridge which i thought was going to be pretty straightforward but has turned in to a complete nightmare. Remove the escutcheon cap unscrew the disk cylinder mounting screws and lift out the cylinder. There is nothing more irritating than a dripping tap. I have a kwc domo single lever swivel spout kitchen tap.

If the seals are damaged replace them. With a blunt screwdriver lift out the neoprene seals from the cylinder. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to repair a ceramic disc tap yourself. How to fix a leaky ceramic disk faucet.

The tap has been leaking for a few months now from where the spout meets the body of the tap. If you have one of these modern easy to turn on taps it s likely the ceramic disc inside will need replacing. The ceramic disc body cylinder does have moving parts that pivot to open the ports on the bottom. To fix a ceramic disk faucet you can get new seals and replacement parts.

Ceramic tap inner components. Anyway after cleaning i re assembled the tap but noticed even when the tap was turned fully off hot water still came through not much but more than a dribble.