How to Fix a Pull-Out Kitchen Faucet

Leaks from a pull-out faucet cost money.

Most faucets have a standard head that is fairly static, only able to move along the pivot in the base of the unit. Pull-out faucets offer greater flexibility. A hose extends from the faucet, allowing you to spray the water from a wand. Over time, wear from pulling the faucet out and reeling it back in may cause leaks along the hose or other problems. Most faucet repairs can be done cheaply without the need for a plumber.

Things You'll Need

• Wrench
• Screwdriver
• Pliers

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Instructions

Leaks from the Hose

1. Turn off the water supply beneath the sink by turning the shutoff valves clockwise. Lift the faucet handle to expel the water from the lines.

2. Remove the screws from the hose weight that sits at the bottom of the hose with a screwdriver. The weight holds the pull-out hose in the faucet and prevents it from falling out.

3. Unscrew the connection nut on the wand hose to remove it from the faucet.

4. Pull out on the wand to remove the hose from the faucet. Order a new faucet wand from the manufacturer.

5. Insert the new hose into the faucet spout and reattach the hose to the faucet with the nuts.

6. Measure 15 inches down from the bottom of the faucet and reattach the hose weight.

Leaks from the Handle

1. Turn off the water to the faucet from under the sink by turning the shutoff valves clockwise. Turn on the faucet to remove all of the water from the unit.

2. Loosen the nuts that hold the water supply lines to the water valves under the sink.

3. Remove the screw from the underside of the faucet handle with a screwdriver or an Allen wrench. Lift up on the handle to remove it.

4. Pull up on the plastic washer with a pair of pliers and remove the inner parts of the faucet. Inspect the washers. Replace any worn washers as necessary.

5. Reassemble the faucet by reversing the order of removal.

References

• This Old House: How to Install a Pull-Down Faucet
• American Standard: EasyTouch Faucet Installation Instructions (PDF)