Unlike cartridge or ball faucet valves which mix hot and cold water together stem valves control only hot or cold water.
Price pfister faucet removal kitchen.
To remove the handle on a price pfister faucet you need a flat bladed screwdriver a hex wrench and a towel.
For any handle performance issue we ll start by removing the handle itself.
However if you have to remove a price pfister kitchen faucet with a pull down spout or sprayer you ll have to disconnect the spout and that procedure may vary.
However if you want to remove the single handle pfister kitchen faucet you should disconnect the spout with the sprayer and a pull down spout.
Occasionally the set screw hole is covered by a plug which you can pop off with a small flat head screwdriver.
At the base of the valve is a rubber stem washer.
To determine which style you have price pfister recommends measuring the cartridge since the old and new style cartridges are distinctly different.
Turn off the water supply close the stopper in the drain find if the screw is located in the body of the faucet or on the underside of the faucet remove the screw and then lift the faucet handle straight up to remove it.
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Remove product from the deck after all lines and mounting hardware have been removed you ll be able to lift the spout and valve bodies directly up from the counter.
If you purchased your ashfield kitchen faucet between 2009 and 2011 you could have either style.
If you purchased it within the last couple of years you should have a new style.
Before you start the procedure of removing the faucet you should empty the sink cabinet so that you can efficiently work.
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Price pfister has been in business since 1910 but since 2010 the price is gone and it s known simply as pfister.
After removing the quick connect on the spout remove the mounting hardware by using the pfister installation tool or adjustable wrench and turning counter clock wise.
You ll need to find the set screw most times it s directly under the handle and use a 3 32 allen wrench to remove it by turning counter clockwise until it comes out save for later.