Delta Tub Faucet Handle Removal

It will pry off you just need the right leverage.

Delta tub faucet handle removal.

But you probably won t need it because it s a straightforward job. The pry bar i refer to is the larger one of the three. 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. For example tub shower handles tend to be larger than lavatory handles.

I have a steady leak coming from a delta monitor 1400 series tub shower single handle faucet. You ll find the procedure for removing a delta kitchen faucet in the delta kitchen faucet repair diagram in your owner s manual. In most cases handle styles are available in different sizes depending on the application of the faucet. 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.

Start by turning off the water shut off valves then disconnect the supply hoses by unscrewing them with adjustable pliers. Use of hacksaw or drill to forcibl. I was about to start this project when i ran into a roadblock. The set screw in the handle was stripped.

I called delta and they told me to order a new cartridge. Turn off the water at the shut off valve underneath the kitchen sink. Place a wash cloth or towel over the bathtub drain. 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.

You can also e mail us or call 1 800 345 delta 3358. The handle securing screw is small and can accidentally drop. Push the handle to the right and you have hot water and to the left is cold. How to remove a delta bathtub faucet handle step 1.

You will need a phillips head screwdriver to remove the screw holding the centerpiece underneath. Feel or look under the curve of the handle for a small rubber plug if you have a lever type handle. To locate a local source for delta handles visit your licensed professional plumbing contractor or delta showroom. Use a 1 8 allen wrench to remove the set screw.

Concise instructions for fixing a bathtub leak due to a bad delta monitor 1300 1400 shower cartridge rp19084 or rp46074. As a safety precaution you will want to go ahead and turn the water off under the sink for this method.