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How to repair a faucet
SEAT-WASHER
STEM FAUCET
Ball-type faucet repair
SET
SCREW
ADJUSTING
RING
CAP
CAM ASSEMBLY
SPOUT
CAM
CAM SEAL
BALL
SEAL
SLOT
BODY
1. Shut off water supply valves, then drain the lines
by turning faucet on.
COVER
2. Pry off decorative cover
and remove screw cap.
CAP
3. Pull spout assembly off.
4. Pull retainer clip from its slot.
5. Using pliers, lift cartridge out of body. Note
position of cartridge ears so that when replacing,
they are in identical position.
6. Remove "O" rings by prying away from body and
rolling new ones into place, or replace entire
cartridge.
7. Reverse procedure for reassembly.
“O” RINGS
BODY
SEAT
CUTTER
PS T153
LOCKNUT
STEM
FIG. 3
SEAT
STEM NUT
WRENCH
“O” RING
PST156 or
“O” RING
FIG. 4
PST157
FIG. 5
PACKING
WASHER
STRING
PACKING
PS 2347
FIG. 7
STEM
CARTRIDGE
SEAT WASHER
STEM
WASHER SCREW
BASE
STOP RING
“O” RING
BODY
RUBBER SEAL
DIAPHRAGM
FIG. 6
FIG. 1
7. To resurface a worn or pitted faucet seat, insert faucet reseating tool as
shown in (Fig.4). Press lightly and turn handle clockwise several times.
Check for smoothness and be sure to remove filings with damp cloth.
8. To remove an old seat, use faucet wrench (Fig. 5) and turn counterclockwise, then lift it out. When installing a new seat, use pipe joint
compound on outside threads of the seat to ensure a good seal.
9. Leaks at the faucet handle can usually be stopped by replacing the
packing washer (Fig. 6). If you do not have or cannot get the correct washer,
string packing (Fig. 7) can be wound clockwise around the stem using 1-1/2
times as much thickness as would be required to fill the packing nut. When
the nut is tightened, the packing compresses into solid form and acts
as a seal.
10. Newer cartridge stems simply require the replacement of "O" rings to
eliminate leaks.
Faucet repair troubleshooting
Problem
Water drips from
faucet spout
Cause
Solution
Worn or damaged seat washer
Replace
Corroded or worn seat
Regrind/Replace
Worn or damaged stem washer
Replace
Worn stem
Replace
Replacing float rod or float ball
Replacing flush valve
Turn off water supply and flush toilet to empty tank. Remove old float ball or
rod by unscrewing counter-clockwise. Replace with new part and turn on
water supply. If water level is too high, adjust by bending float rod down or,
if too low, bend the float rod up. Be sure to hold float rod with both hands
when bending to prevent damage to the ballcock.
Turn off water supply. Flush toilet to empty tank and sponge out excess
water. Disconnect lift wire or chain from flush lever handle and refill tube and
spring from flush valve. Unscrew ballcock coupling nut and disengage water
supply tube. Unscrew nuts from tank-to-bowl connecting bolts and carefully
lift tank off bowl. Unscrew flush valve locknut and remove old flush valve.
Thoroughly clean tank bottom around flush valve area to ensure that new
unit seals properly. With tapered end of flush valve shank washer pointing
down, insert discharge tube of new flush valve through bottom of tank and
screw on new locknut and tighten securely. Make sure overflow tube of flush
valve is in proper position. Reconnect tank to bowl and water supply tube to
ballcock. Reattach lift wires or chain to flush lever and refill tube from
ballcock to flush valve. Fill tank and check for leaks. Be careful not to
overtighten bolts and nuts, as this will crack china tank or bowl.
Replacing lift wires/tank ball
Turn off water supply and flush toilet to empty tank. Unhook top lift wire from
flush lever, then unscrew bottom wire from tank ball and slip out of guide arm
on overflow tube. Slip new bottom wire through hook of top wire and through
guide arm. Screw onto old or replacement tank ball. Attach top wire to flush
lever and check to see that tank ball seats properly. If necessary, loosen and
adjust guide arm to seat tank ball properly in flush valve.
Problem
Solution
Cause
Continuous
water flow into
bowl
Leaking float ball
Replace with PS 2022
Bent float rod
Straighten/replace with PS 2023
Worn tank ball or flapper valve
Replace with PS 2040, 2041, 2044,
2045, 3551, 6085, or 6086
Lift wire alignment
Realign/replace with PS 2012
Damaged flush valve
Replace with PS 2030 or 2039
Worn or damaged ballcock
Repair with one of the many repair
kits PlumbShop offers, or replace
with PS 2047, 2048, 2049, 2050,
B2060, 6015, 6016, BCT015, or
BCT020
Worn stem diaphragm
Replace
Worn or damaged "O" rings
Replace
Worn stem packing
Replace
Ball-type faucet
Water leaks
from handle
Water leaks at
base of spout
Replace
Replace
Worn or damaged ball
Replace
Worn cam
Replace
Worn cam seal
Replace
Loose or damaged adjusting ring
Tighten if loose,
replace if damaged
Worn or damaged body "O" rings
Replace
TOILET TANK
FLOAT ROD
(PS 2023)
TANK FLOAT BALL
(PS 2022)
FLUSH LEVER
(PS 2010)
Worn or damaged "O" rings
Replace
Corroded or worn cartridge
Replace
Water leaks
from handle
Worn or damaged "O" rings
Replace
Water leaks from
spout or handle
Worn or damaged disc seals
Loose or damaged stem screw
Faucet “chatters”
or “squeals” when Loose stem
used
Worn stem washer
Cartridge
faucet
FLUSH LEVER AND
HANDLE (PS 2006,
2008, 2009, 2010,
6147, 6148)
LOWER LIFT WIRE
(PS 2011)
BALLCOCK
(PS 2047, 2048, 2049,
2050, BCT015)
TANK BALL GUIDE
OVERFLOW TUBE
FLAPPER TANK
(PS 2040, 2044, 2046,
6085, 6086)
TOILET TANK BALL
(PS 2041, 2045)
FLUSH VALVE
SHANK OR
DISCHARGE TUBE
VALVE SEAT
FLUSH VALVE SHANK
WASHER
(PS 2094)
BALLCOCK SHANK
WASHER
(PS 2092)
FLUSH VALVE SHANK OR
DISCHARGE TUBE
BALLCOCK
LOCKNUT
TANK-TO-BOWL BOLTS
(PS 2082, 2083, 2108)
BALLCOCK
COUPLING
(PS 2087, 2140)
WING NUT
TANK-TO-BOWL WASHER
(PS 2093)
WATER
SUPPLY TUBE
WATER SUPPLY
VALUE
RUBBER and METAL
WASHER
TOILET SEAT HINGE
(PS 2069, 2071, 2072)
WAX RINGS
(PS 2090, 2091)
FLANGE BOLT CAPS
(PS 2077)
FLANGE
RING
EARS
NOTE: PS NUMBERs
DESIGNATE PLUMBSHOP
PRODUCT NUMBER
BULB
2
Replace
Tighten or replace
Tighten
Replace
Turn off water supply. Flush toilet to empty tank and sponge out excess
water. Unscrew ballcock coupling nut and disengage water supply tube.
Carefully pry off bolt caps and unscrew nuts securing bowl to floor. Carefully
lift toilet straight up until bolts in floor have cleared bowl and place toilet
aside. Remove old wax ring and clean seating area and toilet floor flange to
ensure a good seal. Place new wax ring squarely over floor flange ring. If the
new ring has a tapered end, insert this directly into the floor drain pipe. Be
sure flange bolts are positioned properly in floor (a little putty will help hold
them upright and in place). Lower toilet onto wax ring, pressing down with a
slight rotating motion and allowing your body weight to set bowl into place
and ensure a tight seal by the wax ring. Slip washers over the bolts and
tighten nuts gently until bowl is secure. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN as this could
cause china bowl to crack. Replace bolt caps, reconnect water supply tube
and seal outside bowl edge to floor with putty or bathtub caulk.
Repair/replace with PS 2023
Damaged ballcock
Repair with one of the many repair
kits Plumbshop offers, or replace
with PS 2047, 2048, 2049, 2050,
B2060, 6015, 6016, BCT015, or
BCT020
Worn tank to bowl washer
Replace with PS 2093
Corroded or cracked bolts,
nuts or fittings
Replace with PS 2082 or 2108
Leaking under
bowl
Broken or deteriorated wax
ring and gasket
Replace with PS 2090, PS 2091,
2100, or 2101
Toilet wobbles
on floor
Toilet flange bolts are loose or
broken
Tighten or replace with PS 2080,
2107, 2086, or 2104
Blocked or
clogged bowl
Hair, wadded paper or a
foreign object lodged in trap
Use closet auger, PS 2419, to clear
obstruction
Damaged or broken ballcocok
Repair with one of the many repair
kits Plumbshop offers, or replace
with PS 2047, 2048, 2049, 2050,
B2060, 6015, 6016, BCT015, or
BCT020
Tank overfills
Replacing lift chain and flapper
Turn off water supply. Flush toilet to empty tank and sponge out excess
water. Remove refill tube from ballcock. Unscrew coupling nut and ballcock
locknut. Lift entire ballcock and float assembly from tank. Clean tank bottom
where ballcock shank washer seats to be sure of good seal. Insert new
ballcock and tighten locknut, being sure float rod fitting faces right direction.
Attach water supply tube with coupling nut. Screw float rod fitting assembly
into place and reattach refill tube. Turn water on, fill tank and check for leaks.
Water level can be adjusted by bending float rod up or down.
Turn off water supply. Flush toilet to empty tank and sponge out excess
water. Unscrew ballcock coupling nut and disengage water supply tube.
Unscrew nuts from bolts connecting tank to bowl and carefully lift tank off
bowl. Remove old washer and thoroughly clean area to ensure that new
washer will seal properly. Insert new washer in bowl opening, tapered end
down. Carefully replace tank on bowl. Using new bolts, nuts, and washers,
secure tank to bowl. Be careful not to crack china tank or bowl by
overtightening nuts. Reconnect water supply tube to ballcock. Turn on water
and flush toilet to check for leaks.
Turn off water supply and flush toilet to empty tank. Remove chain from flush
lever. (If you are replacing a tank-type ball with a flapper assembly, remove
the old ball, lift wires and tank ball guide arm, and discard.) Remove old
flapper by sliding it up and off overflow tube or, for new plastic flush valves,
bend flapper ears out and off pins on valve. Replace new flapper by either (1)
sliding it down over overflow tube until ring touches bottom of tank and then
adjusting the flapper along lines marked “Cut” or (2) slip ears of flapper over
pins on flush valve.
3
Leaking under
tank
Noises,
whistles or
whines
Replacing ballcock
Replacing tank-to-bowl washer
TOILET BOWL
FLANGE BOLT
(PS 2080, 2107)
FLANGE SCREWS
(PS 2086, 2104)
Disc
faucet
Water drips from
faucet spout
Worn or damaged seats
Weak springs
Bent float rod
Replacing wax ring
VALVE SEAT
Stem-type
faucet
1. Shut off water supply valves, then drain the lines
by turning both faucet handles on.
2. Pry off decorative cap on handle and remove the
INLET
screw holding the handle.
PORT
3. Gently pry off handle with a screwdriver or use a
faucet handle puller.
4. Use pliers or wrench to remove stem
locknut/bonnet.
5. Depending on style of faucet, either unscrew stem
or lift up to remove stem cartridge from faucet body.
6. To replace stem washer, remove brass screw (Fig. 3) and replace washer.
Turn off water supply and flush toilet to empty tank. Remove spring holding
refill tube in place, unscrew lift wires, and remove. Unscrew overflow tube
and remove guide arm by loosening screw holding it to overflow tube. Slip
guide arm on new tube, screw tube into place, adjust guide arm, and replace
lift wires, refill tube, and spring. When adding a tightening overflow tube, be
careful not to strip threads by overtightening. A little pipe joint compound on
the threads will provide a watertight seal.
UPPER LIFT WIRE
Water drips from
faucet spout
CAP
It is not necessary to shut off the water or drain the tank for this repair.
Unhook lift wire or chain from flush lever and unscrew locknut holding handle
to tank by turning clockwise. Carefully pull handle out through hole in tank
wall. Insert new handle into tank, slide locknut over lever onto threaded
portion and tighten by turning counter-clockwise. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
Reattach lift wire or chain to proper hole in lever arm, which will allow wires
and ball to move freely.
REFILL TUBE
(PS 2019, 2020)
“O” RINGS
HANDLE
Replacing overflow tube
FLUSH VALVE
(PS 2030, 2039)
Water leaks
from handle
SET SCREW
Replacing flush lever/handle
Toilet repair troubleshooting
SEAT
SEALS
1
FIG. 2
STEM
CERAMIC
DISC
Stem-type faucets
HANDLE
BONNET
Disc-type faucet repair
1. Shut off water supply valves, and drain the lines
by turning faucet on.
2. Lift handle up as far as possible and loosen set
screw.
3. Lift handle off and unscrew cap.
4. Loosen screws holding ceramic disc cartridge in
body and lift cartridge out.
5. On underside of cartridge are the set of seals that
should be replaced. Check and clean inlet ports.
6. Reassemble by reversing the above procedure,
being sure cartridge holes align with inlet ports.
HANDLE
Note: Refer to toilet diagram for all repairs.
STEM
SCREW
“O” RING
STEM SLEEVE
Style
SPOUT
SCREW
Reattach chain to flush lever, adjusting length as necessary. NOTE: Valve
opening on brass flush valves should be cleaned with emery cloth or steel
wool to remove corrosion and ensure that flapper ball seals properly.
How to repair a toilet
SEAT WASHER
PITTED
SEAT
CAP
SCREW
RETAINER
CLIP
EARS
PIN
“O” RINGS
Cartridge-type faucet repair
CARTRIDGE
SPRING
CARTRIDGE-TYPE
STEM FAUCET
CAP
1. Shut off water supply valves, then drain the lines
by turning faucet on.
2. Use an Allen wrench to loosen the set screw
holding the handle in place and remove handle.
3. Loosen and remove the adjusting ring by using
the special wrench provided in the repair kit.
4. To remove cap, use pliers and turn
counter-clockwise. Protect cap finish with cloth.
5. Remove spout assembly.
6. Remove cam assembly by pulling up on ball
shaft. You may need to use pliers.
7. Removing seats and springs is best done by
inserting a pencil or sharp tool into the seat
assembly and gently lifting it out. Check and clean
inlet ports before replacing seats and springs.
8. To replace "O" rings on body, use a sharp tool to
pry away from body. Roll new correct size “O” ring
into place.
9. When reassembling, be sure to align slot in ball
with pin in body and key on cam with slot in body.
10. Hand-tighten the cap, then screw adjusting
ring into place with special wrench and replace
handle. Turn on water and check for leaks. If
necessary, further tighten the adjusting ring.
Stem-type faucet
HANDLE
DIAPHRAGM-TYPE
STEM FAUCET
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How to repair a shower and bath
Replacing tub spout
Insert the handle of a hammer or suitable prying
device into the spout opening and turn
counter-clockwise. Clean the threaded portion of the
pipe nipple with steel wool or a wire brush. Apply pipe
dope or pipe tape and screw spout on clockwise.
Note: be careful not to mar chrome finish of spout,
and in case of plastic spouts, care must be taken to
avoid excessive pressure which could crack the spout.
Do NOT use thread sealant tape or pipe dope when
installing a plastic tub spout.
CAP
SCREW
HANDLE
5
CAP
Turn off the water supply and drain
lines by turning on faucet handle.
Pry off decorative cap and remove
handle screw. Remove handle and
escutcheon. Remove retainer clip
with pliers and pull cartridge out of
the faucet body. Be sure to note
position of ears on cartridge so
that they are positioned correctly
during assembly. Check "O" rings
and cartridge for wear or damage
and replace where necessary.
Reverse procedure for reassembly,
turn on water and check for leaks.
RETAINER
CLIP
ESCUTCHEON
FAUCET
BODY
HANDLE
SCREW
HANDLE
CARTRIDGE
“O” RING
STOP TUBE
HANDLE COVER
Shower and bath valve repairs
Turn off water supply and drain lines by turning on faucet handles. Remove
screws holding handles to stems
CAP
SCREW HANDLE
FLANGE FLANGE
STEM BONNET
and pry handles off. You may have
NIPPLE
to use a faucet handle puller if
handle is corroded. Wrap tape
around flange, and using pliers,
turn counter-clockwise to remove.
Remove flange nipple in the same
PACKING
“O” RING
SEAT
manner. After removing flange and
nipple, stem and bonnet can be
removed. Depending on whether
the stem is on the hot side or cold
BONNET STEM
BIBB
STEM
SCREW HANDLE BONNET
side determines the direction to
WASHER
SCREW
NUT
turn to remove stem and bonnet
from body. Remove packing from
inside bonnet and replace. Use a
faucet seat wrench to remove and replace faucet seat. If valve does not have
removable seat, you may wish to refinish seat with a faucet reseating tool.
Replace bib washer at bottom of stem if worn or damaged. Reverse above
procedure to reassemble valve. Turn on water and check for leaks.
Turn off water supply, then drain lines by turning on faucet handles and
diverter handle.
NIPPLE
BALL
Cartridge-type shower and bath valves
Tub-shower diverters
PS 2520
PS 2521
PS 2522
Repairing ball-type tub
and shower faucets
Turn off water supply valves and
drain lines by turning on faucet
handles. For lever style handles,
locate set screw holding handles,
loosen and carefully pry handle off
stem or use faucet handle puller.
Round style handles require the removal of the decorative cap, then the
screw, and prying off of handle. Cover the cap with tape to protect the finish,
and using pliers, unscrew counter-clockwise. Lift out cam assembly and ball,
then using a pencil or sharp tool, lift out seats and springs. Check all parts
for wear and damage and replace where necessary. When reassembling, be
sure that slot in ball slips into pin in valve body and that lug on cam
assembly slides into slot on valve body. Screw cap on clockwise and replace
handle. Turn on water and check for leaks. Tighten cap further if leaks
develop.
ESCUTCHEON
CAM
SEAT AND SPRING
ASSEMBLY
VALVE
BODY
A diverter functions in the same manner as a faucet. For stem-type diverters,
turning the handle causes the stem
to move into the valve seal and
SHOWER/OUTLET
HOT-WATER SUPPLY
INLET
redirect the water to the shower
head. To disassemble a stem-type
COLD WATER
diverter, follow the instructions
SUPPLY INLET
provided for stem-type faucets.
Check all "O" rings, washers and
packing for wear or damage and
replace where necessary. For balltype diverters, follow instructions
provided for ball-type faucets and
check seals, springs, seats, and
ball for wear or damage.
STEM
HOLLOW HOUSING
If the hollow diverter housing has worn out so that the water flow cannot be
diverted, you will have to replace the whole diverter valve assembly.
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Shower and bath repair troubleshooting
Tub-spout
diverter
Ball-type diverter
Bathtub problems
Shower head
problems
Shower diverter problems
Style
Solution
Problem
Cause
Shower
engages only
partially or not
at all
Tub spout diverter handle is
broken or internal gate is broken
or corroded
Replace entire spout
assembly
Worn or damaged cam seal
Replace
Worn or damaged adjusting ring
Tighten/replace
Diverter valve
leaks
Shower engages
only partially or
not at all
Worn or damaged seats/springs
Replace
Worn or corroded diverter ball
Replace
Water leaks from
around head
Nut holding head to arm is loose
Tighten
Washer in shower head is worn
Replace
Weak water
flow from head
Mineral deposit buildup has
blocked shower head
Remove/disassemble
and clean w/vinegar if
possible or replace
Tub leaks at
overflow plate
Worn or damaged overflow
washer
Replace washer
Trip lever will
not separate
Corroded or damaged trip lever
Clean if possible or
replace overflow plate
and trip lever
Trip lever mechanism out of
adjustment
Disassemble and
adjust
Trip lever mechanism damaged
or corroded
Replace
Pop-up stopper "O" ring worn
Replace
Corroded or damaged spout or
nipple
Remove and clean or
replace
Tub will not
hold water
Tub spout
leaks
How to repair tubular drainage
Rules for working with drainage systems
Abrasive cloth
1. Always use new washers when replacing a part. If the
“slip-joint” nut is worn, replace it.
2. Always use thread sealant tape or pipe dope on metal
connections, but not on plastic connections.
3. When cutting a drain
component to size, remove all
PS 310
burrs from component to prevent
blockage.
4. Hand tighten plastic joints and
wrench tighten metal joints.
WALL TUBE
Remember, overtightening can
strip threads or crack pipes.
5. When tightening chrome parts, protect
the finish by placing a cloth between the
PS 300
wrench and part, or put tape on the jaws
PS 305
FLOOR TUBE
of the wrench.
J-BEND
6. When replacing a drainage
component, bring the old part to the store to make sure you purchase the
right size replacement part.
7. Follow the manufacturer’s directions accompanying the product
you are using.
Removes rust and corrosion from pipes and tubing
prior to assembly or soldering. Cut cloth to a
manageable length, and buff surface. Do not use on
chrome-plated finishes.
PS 366
PS 311
PS 414
P-TRAP
SLIP-JOINT
EXTENSION TUBE
PS 362
PS 364
PS 452
PS 454
FLANGED TAILPIECE
Stem-type faucets
Ball-type faucets
Stem-type diverter valve
Shower diverter problems
Problem
Water drips
from spout
Water leaks
from handle
Cartridge
faucets
Shower and bath faucet problems
Style
Cause
Replace
PS T152
Place wrench over slip-nut and, with thumb, turn
adjusting mechanism until jaws secure on slip-nut,
then tighten set screw.
Plumber’s wrench
Use correct end of wrench to remove or replace
1-1/4”, 1-1/2” or 2” nuts or spuds.
Corroded or worn seat
Regrind/replace
Worn or damaged stem washer
Replace
Worn stem
Replace
Worn stem diaphragm
Replace
Worn or damaged "O" rings
Replace
Worn stem packing
Replace
Water drips
from spout
Worn or damaged seats
Replace
Worn springs
Replace
Water leaks
from handle
Worn or damaged ball
Replace
Water drips
from spout
Water leaks
from handle
Diverter valve
leaks
Worn cam or cam seal
Replace
Loose or damaged adjusting ring Tighten/replace
Worn or damaged "O" rings
Replace
Worn or corroded cartridge
Replace
Worn or damaged "O" rings
Replace
Worn or damaged seat washers
Replace
Worn or damaged "O" rings
Replace
Worn stem packing
Replace
Shower doesn't
engage or only Worn metal valve housing
partially
Worn stem washer
engages
Replace entire diverter
assembly
Replace
Worn diverter stem seat
Regrind/replace
Badly worn diverter housing
Replace entire assembly
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PS 436
S-TRAP
WALL DRAINAGE
CONNECTION FOR
SINGLE BOWL SINKS
END OUTLET
TEE
FLOOR DRAINAGE
CONNECTION FOR
SINGLE BOWL SINKS
Clean surface to be
PS T162
repaired. Place rubber
sealing pad over leak and place one clamp
over pad. Do the same to opposite side of
pipe. Insert bolts through holes in clamp and
screw on nuts. Tighten bolts evenly until firm
resistance is met and leak stops.
Faucet seat wrench
The Drainage System
The heart of an under-the-sink
drainage system is the “J-bend.”
(Its name and the names of the
other drainage components are
derived from their similarity to
letters in the alphabet.) The J-bend
acts as a “trap,” preventing odours
and potentially dangerous gases
from seeping into the house from
SLIP-JOINT
DIRECT CONNECTION
the sewer system. This “trapping”
CONNECTION
of odours is the result of water
being retained in the curve of the J-bend, causing an air-tight seal. This
water seal is renewed each time water flows through the system. The J-bend
becomes a “P-trap” when connected with a “wall tube” and an “S trap” when
connected with a “floor tube”. There are several specialized types of tubular
components for different drainage systems. In cases where there are doublebowl kitchen sinks or two vanity sinks, centre-outlet continuous wastes,
PS-438 or end-outlet continuous wastes, PS-436 is used, allowing the water
from both drains to be funneled into one main drain pipe. Both plastic and
brass components are available in slip-joint and direct connect versions.
In the slip-joint version, one unthreaded component piece “slips” through
the nut and washer of its mating part and the nut is then tightened to make
a compression seal. For a direct connection, the nut is slipped over a part
with a flanged end. The part is then butted to its mating part and the nut is
tightened. The nut holds the flanged piece tightly to its mate, forming a
leakproof seal. Plastic and brass components can be used together in a
system because of the similarity in outside diameters and the use of the
same thread sizes and nuts.
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Turn off water supply, remove faucet handle
and valve stem. Check to see if hole in seat
is square or hexagonal, then insert
corresponding end of wrench into seat hole.
PS T156
Turn wrench counter-clockwise and remove
PS T157
seat. To insert new seat, coat threads with
pipe dope, place on
end of wrench, insert into faucet body and tighten.
Tube cutter
Loosen adjusting screw to open cutter jaw and insert
tube. Line up cutting wheel with tube where cut is
desired and tighten handle, securing tube and cutter.
Rotate cutter around tube, tightening cutter screw
every few turns until pipe cut is complete. Be careful
not to overtighten, as this could disort tube. To remove
any burrs, use reaming blade attached to tube cutter.
PS T001
PS T004
PS T005
PS T007
Two kinds of flexible tubing are
offered: Vinyl and Polyethylene.
Combined, they have literally
hundreds of uses. Applications
include water supply lines, air
conditioner drains, boat pumps,
swimming pools, and many more.
Turn off water supply. Remove faucet handle and valve
stem. Attach correct size cutter to faucet reseating tool
shaft. Correct size cutter can be determined by
matching cutter with valve stem washer. Tighten cutter
and secure it with locknut. Insert tool into faucet, fitting
tapered section so as to secure tool while cutting. Turn
the tool’s handle counter-clockwise a few turns to
smooth seat. Feel for nicks or dents in seat with finger
and, if necessary, repeat until seat is smooth. Use wet
cloth to remove any metal particles left from grinding
operation before assembly.
PS T153
Before beginning work on supply
lines, turn off the water supply at
the main shutoff valve. Then drain
the pipes by opening a faucet at
the lowest level in the building.
Support horizontal runs of flexible
plastic supply tubing every 6 to 8
feet, vertical runs every 8 to 10
feet.
When installing flexible tubing,
simply make any required cut with
a utility knife. With the proper
fitting connection, flexible tubing
can then be securely attached to
the same or a different tubing
material.
Clean male and female parts to be
soldered with abrasive cloth. Be sure
not to handle cleaned area. Apply
soldering paste to both parts with
soldering brush. Slip male and female
parts together and apply heat to the female part. Place end of solder against
heated joint. The solder will melt, flowing up into the joint. Do not heat solder
itself.
Toilet auger
Holding toilet auger tube in one hand, pull the
crank handle from the tube until spring cable is
drawn into tube. Place auger in toilet bowl with
end of cable pointing towards opening. With
curved end directing cable, push down with
moderate force while turning crank handle.
Continue until obstruction is cleared, then flush
with water.
Thread sealant tape
A simple guide to using
the right tubing and fitting
Type of tubing
Common applications
Required fittings
Vinyl
Air conditioning drainage,
aquariums, dehumidifiers
Any low-pressure
(up to 15 psi)
COLD water line.
Barbed fitting
with hose
clamp.
Ice makers and humidifiers.
Any high-pressure
(up to 80 psi)
COLD water line.
Compression
fitting with
brass insert
and plastic
sleeve, OR
barbed fitting
with hose
clamp.
PS 2419
Pipe dope should be applied to plumbing connections
to assure a proper leakproof seal and to make
connections easier to disassemble if necessary. Do not
use on plastic. Use finger to apply thick layer of pipe
dope to pipe threads. When project is complete, wipe
off excess pipe dope.
Polyethylene
• SHOWER AND BATH REPAIR
PS 2448
• TOILET REPAIR
• TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES
Open the wrench’s spring-loaded jaw and place over
nut. Allow jaw to secure over nut. Turn handle to loosen
or tighten nut. Wrench is designed to operate at any
angle.
PST151
PST140
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• TROUBLE SHOOTING TIPS
• FLEXIBLE TUBING
• TUBULAR DRAINAGE REPAIR
MKT-12-036E
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This guide will walk you through
the repair process for:
• FAUCET REPAIR
Faucet wrench
PS TO50
PS TO52
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of do-it-yourself plumbing products.
PS 2447
PS 2449
Helps provide a leakproof seal at pipe joints and
provides for easier disassembly at later date. Wrap one
layer of tape tightly around male pipe threads in
clockwise direction. Do not use on plastic threads.
Pipe dope
Flaring tool
Select proper hole in sizing bar (the hole closest to, but
smaller than, the tube’s diameter) and insert tubing.
Tighten wing nut nearest tube. Make sure tubing
protrudes 1/32” to 1/16” above top of sizing bar, then
tighten second wing nut. Turn handle to drive flaring
point into tube and achieve desired flare diameter.
PS T168
CAUTION:
Wire solder
Pipe repair clamps
PIPE REPAIR CLAMP
Flexible tubing is inexpensive, easy
to cut, and install. It is especially
easy to work with in cramped
places because it is flexible
without a lot of fittings.
Faucet reseating tool
PS 2410
PS 2411
PS 6053
PS 6054
Adjustable slip-nut wrench
Solution
Worn or damaged seat washer
Remove faucet handle cap and screw. Place handle
puller on handle with the puller’s legs under handle
edges. Position threaded stem and pilot of puller over
screw hole and slowly turn puller handle while guiding
pilot into hole. Continue turning puller handle slowly to
remove faucet handle.
1. Insert boring head through cross bars of strainer.
Turn knob clockwise until entire head is inside opening.
2. Loosen thumbscrew and pull out about
6” (15 cm) of wire; tighten screw and turn knob
clockwise using slight inward pressure until wire is
inside opening. Repeat until blockage is cleared.
3. If auger cannot go past trap, remove clean-out plug,
insert boring head into opening and follow instruction
(2). 4. Loosen thumbscrew and remove wire from drain.
Flush with clear water. Repeat process if necessary.
Not for use with toilets.
CENTRE
OUTLET TEE
PS TO71
PS TO75
Faucet handle puller
Drain auger
PLUMBING REPAIR GUIDE
What a do-it-yourselfer
should know about flexible tubing
Slip flared end of spring over tubing and slide to area
to be bent. Bend spring and tube slightly beyond
desired angle, then back to desired angle. Remove
spring by turning flared end counter-clockwise while
pushing spring off tube.
PS 2446
PS 438
Tub and shower repair troubleshooting
Tube bending spring
Plumbing tools and accessories