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Ceramic disk faucets typically have a wide cylindrical body and the water is controlled with an up/down motion for volume and left/right motion to control temperature. If you have a two-handle faucet and the handles turn 90 degrees, you have either a ceramic disk or cartridge-type faucet.
Repairing a ceramic disk faucet is a project many homeowners who are handy with a few basic tools can do themselves. If you’re not sure what type of faucet you have, see if you can identify the brand and model. Take this information with you to your local store to get the appropriate replacement parts.
While you’re at the store, you can make your job even easier by picking up a
repair kit for your faucet. These kits have everything you need to replace all
the parts in your faucet at one time, so your repair will last even longer.
As you work on your faucet, be sure to take any actions recommended in the
instructions included with your faucet or repair kit.
| Before You Begin | |
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Available at Your Local Store:
· Soft bristle brush
· Ceramic disk faucet replacement kit with
seals
Follow These Steps
Step One
| Turn Off Water |
| Turn off the water at the shut off valves under the sink or at the main water supply. To learn more about shutting off the water, watch our How to Shut Off a Valve video. |
Step Two
| Remove the Faucet Handle |
| 1. | Raise the handle to expose the setscrew. On older units you may need to remove a cap to expose a Phillips screw. |
| 2. | Remove the setscrew or Phillips screw with a screwdriver or hex key. |
| 3. | Lift off the handle. |
| 4. | Remove the dome housing. |
Step Three
| Lift Out the Disk |
| 1. | Remove the screws that secure the disk cartridge and lift out the disk. If it sticks, use pliers to gently pull the disk out. |
| 2. | Examine the disk. If the disk is cracked, it needs to be replaced. |
Step Four
| Take Out the Seals |
| Remove the old neoprene seals. The seals in your faucet may look different from those pictured here. |
Step Five
| Clean Seal Seats |
| 1. | Clean the cylinder openings with a soft bristle brush. |
| 2. | Rinse off the cylinder. |
Step Six
| Install New Seals |
| 1. | Put new seals in the cylinder openings. |
| 2. | Reassemble the faucet. |
Step Seven
| Turn on Water Slowly |
| 1. | Before opening the shut off valves, open the faucet to the center position. |
| 2. | Gradually open the shut off valves to bleed the air out of the lines. |
| 3. | When the water runs steadily, you can close the faucet. |
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