How Do You Fix A Kitchen Faucet Diverter?
A kitchen sink’s diverter valve is responsible for changing the path of the water from the sink’s spout to the sprayer accessory. A diverter valve is constructed of mostly plastic and rubber. Failure of a diverter valve is usually caused by worn O-rings and washers. These pieces can easily be replaced. Step 1 Turn off the water supply, either at the two water valves underneath the kitchen sink or at the main water supply next to the water meter. Step 2 Remove the spout’s handle. The handle is attached to the spout with an Allen screw, which is usually located on the back side of the handle or underneath the handle. Use an appropriate-sized Allen wrench to remove the screw by turning the screw in a counterclockwise direction. Once the screw has been removed, lift the handle up and away from the spout. Step 3 Remove the faucet’s spout. With the handle removed, the spout can be lifted up and away from the body of the fixture. Step 4 Remove the washer and the metal or plastic ball from the
