Delta Single Handle Kitchen Faucet Leaking At Base

Replace ball assembly 1 in diagram repair part rp70 as shown for lever handles or rp212 for knob handles leaks from base of the spout.

Delta single handle kitchen faucet leaking at base.

To remove the handle take off the screw cover. When one of these faucets. The o ring s are in the body of the faucet near the base. For faucets purchased prior to 2007 please order rp1050 cap and rp61 cam and packing.

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. Leaks from under the handle. Identify the area that is leaking. The diagram below is a general representation of this faucet type showing common replacement parts.

Loosen the set screw from the bottom of the faucet handle to release it using a hex key. Then find the solutions to that area below. If you do not find the answer you need here please use the technical document search to find maintenance instructions for your specific model. Wrap the jaws of a pair of tongue and groove pliers in an.

You can test for a handle leak by wrapping a paper towel around the handle and turning on the faucet. Tighten the adjusting ring until no water leaks around the stem when the faucet is in the full on hot and cold mixed position and pressure is exerted down on the handle. If it is you may just have to tighten the handle s adjusting ring. Turn on the faucet and let the last of the water trickle out to completely drain the water lines.

Lift the handle off the faucet to expose the cap. Look to see whether the spout is dripping this is the most common cause of a leak. If this occurs check the connection of the hose to the spray wand. The valve cartridge is located under the handle.

If the water continues to leak even when the faucet is turned off it means dirt and debris have collected in the valve cartridge which prevents the valve from shutting off the flow of water. You will want to confirm the water on the base plate escutcheon is not a handle leak. Water can leak from various areas. A handle leak can puddle onto the base plate escutcheon making it appear to be a leak at the base of the faucet.

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. On a single handle tub or shower you need to tighten the adjusting ring or replace the cam and packing. Since the water travels through the hose and not the spout itself a leak from the base of the spout would be very unlikely.