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Hi
I I am going to change wall tap
hot water doesn’t have this white vale, so install very smooth, but cold water side get this one, is any way I can remove it? I have tried to use long nose pliers, but It feel stuck T_T
Hello @dani335711
One possible cause for the leak is the spindle seat has been damaged or has deteriorated. It's also possible that the spindle body you purchased is not compatible with the spindle base. The red washer is suppose to meet up with spindle seat, which is at the bottom, failure to secure the seal will result in a leak even when the spindle is in the off position. If you are keen to try and repair it you'll need a reseating tool for the spindle base. But before doing that I suggest getting a new jumper valve and testing the old spindle that you have to make sure that the spindle seat is level. If it is, then the ceramic spindle that you have might not be sitting properly or is a tad short.
Please let us know how you would like to proceed.
Eric
Hello @dani335711
I'm afraid that would a bigger can of issues. I propose taking a picture of the spindle base so that our members can assess the condition of the spindle seat. If it looks damaged or there is a structural defect it might be necessary to engage the services of a plumber. But as I mentioned, try the old spindle first to see if the seat is still level. By doing a simple elimination process you'll be able to sort out your tap issue.
Eric
Hot water tap is fine, but cold water tap is slightly leaking as picture
Hello @dani335711
It appears that there is surface damage to the spindle seat and might require a polish. If you are keen to repair it, I propose using a Tap Reseater Indoor / Outdoor Tap Reseater to polish the surface of the seat. The general steps are to attach the reseating tool onto the tap body and turning the handle of the reseating tool in a firm light manner. There is no need for brute force when turning the handle as you will cause more damage that way. Your goal is to firmly turn the handle without applying excessive downward force, let the tool do all the work.
After several turns you can inspect your progress and see how shiny the seat is. Once you are satisfied that the seat is evenly polished you try to install the ceramic spindle again. Please do not overtighten the spindle or you will crush the ceramic disc and end up with a leak. You are after a firm tight fitting but not excessively tight.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
