How to replace a seat on a Delta Faucet?

Let me give you a little tip for the seat replacement, take a wood pencil and insert the pointed end into the seat, give it a half turn or so and it will stick to the pencil so you can easily remove it. Install the new one again using the pencil. I recommend this product. ☆☆☆☆☆ ☆☆☆☆☆ 5 out of 5 stars.

Why is water coming out of my single handle Delta Faucet?

When water begins to drip from the spout on your single handle Delta faucet, the valve seat and springs beneath the ball valve inside the faucet body have become worn. Tightening the handle screw or the brass adjusting ring might stop the leak temporarily, but you must replace the valve seats and springs to stop the leak permanently.

How do you remove a washer valve seat?

Turn the wrench counterclockwise to loosen the valve seat and pull it out. Check for scratches and marks of friction from the washer, or for buildup from your water. If buildup is the issue, soak the valve seat in a lime and scale remover solution for an hour.

Why does my Delta cold water seat Rip?

Does not last long. The plastic seats does not last long, about a year, had to replace 5 on the same unit. The cold water seat gets ripped and then the tub faucet starts leaking. Not sure if it’s a bad 1700 series cartridge causing the seat to rip prematurely.

Is the Delta Universal seat and springs repair kit compatible?

Repair leaks in your bathroom or kitchen faucet with the Delta Universal Seats and Springs Repair Kit. The kit is compatible with Delta faucets that have stainless-steel ball valves (faucets and ball valves not included). You can install with confidence knowing that Delta backs its repair parts with a lifetime limited warranty.

How do you install a new seat on a Delta Faucet?

You must install the new spring and seat with the same orientation. Fit the new seat and spring onto the end of a screwdriver or Allen wrench in the same position as the original seat and spring.

Where do seats and springs go on a Delta?

Thank you for your question, Glen! We recommend installing the Delta RP4993 seats and springs as follows: The spring will go into the valve body, wide end down first, then the seat should sit on top of the spring. Best regards, Tanya

What do you need to know about Delta Faucet repairs?

Delta aims to provide the best experience with water and knows that sometimes repairs are inevitable. Repairs leaks in Delta single-lever faucets with stainless steel ball valves or Delta 2 or 3 handle faucets with plastic cartridges Includes 2 rubber seats, 2 new style springs, and 2 old style springs to fit a variety of faucet models