Single-control Kohler canada goose
faucets
have just one handle to control water pressure and temperature. Like all
faucets, the Kohler single-control faucet has o-rings that prevent the faucet
from leaking. These o-rings can leak after extended use and the o-rings need
replacing when this happens .
This is not difficult to do yourself and could save you the expense of paying a
plumber to do it.Does this Spark an idea?Other People Are ReadingHow to Repair a
Leaking Kohler Single-Control Kitchen Sink FaucetHow to Repair a Kohler Forte
FaucetPrint this articleThings You'll NeedNew o-rings with included silicone
lubricantScrewdriverHex keyShow MoreInstructions 1Turn off the water to your
sink. There should be two valves underneath the sink, one for hot and the other
for cold. Turn the valve handles clockwise until they won't turn anymore.2Loosen
the screw on the handle and remove it to expose the bonnet, which looks like a
dome with the hole in the top of it. Some handles require a hex key to remove
them.3Unscrew the bonnet by turning it counterclockwise and then remove it. This
will expose the mounting nut.4Pull the whole faucet assembly off the body of the
faucet by pulling up on the spout and the hub it is attached to. This will
expose the o-rings on the body of the faucet.5Remove the o-rings with your
fingers. Remember the order that you removed them.6Install the new o-rings in
the reverse order that you removed the old ones.7Lubricate generously with the
provided lubricant.8Replace the faucet assembly over the body of the
faucet.9Screw the bonnet back on by turning clockwise. Hand tighten
only.10Replace the handle and the screw and tighten the screw with the
screwdriver or the hex key, if needed.11Turn the water back on by turning the
valves counterclockwise until they won't turn anymore.12Test the sink to make
sure everything is working properly and you don't see any leaks.Tips &
WarningsBe careful with the exterior parts of the sink when you remove them. It
is easy to scratch them when working canada goose jakke dame
around sharp metal edges.