Tools And Installation Instructions For New Faucet

Tools You Need for Installation

  • Adjustable wrench
  • Tape
  • Screwdriver
  • Flashlight

Before you install your new faucet here are some basic steps in removing the old faucet:

Shut off the water; either by turning off the main water valve, or turning off the two valves immediately under the faucet you’re replacing, then you need to open the old faucet and allow it to drain and release any pressure. If you choose not to replace the lines, you will only need to disconnect them from the faucet only, but If you choose to replace them, disconnect the lines from the shut-off valve, then remove the old faucet from the sink.

New Faucet Installation Instructions

(Not meant for a specific model)

Step 1:Position the Faucet

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  • Begin installing your faucet by placing the gasket and faucet in position on the sink.From under the sink, thread the plastic mounting nuts onto the faucet shanks. Be sure the large side of each plastic mounting nut is up.
  • From the top of the sink, check the faucet and gasket position.
  • From under the sink tighten the mounting nuts, making certain not to over-tighten which could damage the nuts and make them difficult to remove in the future.

Step 2: Attach the Water Supply Tubes

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  • Wrap the threads of the water-supply valve with Teflon tape. Although most plumbers use only Teflon tape, some plumbing supply manufacturers also recommend using plumber’s putty.
  • Thread the water supply nut onto the shut-off valve. Tighten the nut with a wrench.
  • Wrap the threads on the faucet shank with Teflon tape, and then thread the water supply nut onto the faucet shank.
  • Tighten the nut with a wrench.

Step 3: Connect the Faucet Lift Rod

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  • From the top of the sink, insert the lift-rod into the faucet.
  • From under the sink, make sure the pivot-rod is in the down position. Insert the lift-rod into the lift-rod strap. Tighten the screw.
  • From the top of the sink, make sure the lift-rod opens and closes the drain plug as desired. B-2: Make any needed adjustments by loosening the lift-rod strap screw and repositioning the lift-rod.
  • If you need to connect the lift-rod strap to the pivot rod, slide one end of the spring clip onto the pivot-rod.
  • Make sure that both the pivot -rod and the lift-rod are in the down position. Insert the pivot-rod in the closest hole in the lift-rod strap. B-5: Slide the other end of the pivot-rod. Make sure the lift-rod opens and closes the drain plug as desired.
  • Make minor adjustments by loosening the lift-rod strap screw and repositioning the lift-rod.
  • Make major adjustments by removing the spring clip and moving the pivot-rod to a different hole in the lift-rod.

Step 4: Flush the Faucet

Flush the Faucet

Anytime you work on plumbing, filings, chips, and other debris can fall into the plumbing pipes. This debris can damage the sealing surfaces inside the faucet and cause leaks. Remove aerator and black sealing gasket above it. Before turning on the water supply, make sure the faucet handles are open (on position) in order to remove the debris without causing damage. Open both water supply valves under the sink. Allow the water to run for 15 seconds. Close the faucet handles. Make sure any debris is cleaned from the aerator screen. Replace the aerator.

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The Faucet should match the characteristics of washbasin, sink and bathtub. For example, a single-hole faucet fit single-hole washbasin, and a center set faucet fit center set washbasin. Proper Function According to different purposes of the faucets, there are faucets for washbasin, bathtub, shower and sink. According to different functions of the faucets, there are hot/cold faucets, pressure-balanced faucets, thermostatic faucets and electrical sensor faucets.

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There shall be no sticking and tightness under the proper movement of the faucet handles. Each part must be tightly assembled. Valve It is the heart of the faucet. A good Valve guarantees endurance of 500,000 cycles even under using condition with unstable water pressure. Most of our faucets use ceramic valves which can attain to more than 600,000 cycles.

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Faucet Installation Instructions