How to Remove the Cam and Packing From a Kitchen Faucet
Kitchen faucets that feature a cam and packing washer are of the ball design. These two components are located just above the faucet's ball. If the faucet drips, tightening the faucet cap to further compress the cam and packing washer can fix the problem. If dripping persists, partially disassemble the faucet to access what might be a damaged cam and packing washer. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Rotate each of the two faucet valves located underneath the sink in a clockwise direction to turn off the water supply.
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Tip back the faucet assembly's handle to access the single screw at the base of the handle.
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Remove the screw with an Allen wrench.
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Lift the handle off of the assembly.
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Wrap both jaws of a pair of adjustable pliers with tape to avoid scratching the faucet assembly's finish.
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Grasp the ribbed base of the cone-shaped faucet cap with the pliers.
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Rotate the cap in a counterclockwise direction with the pliers until the cap detaches from the assembly.
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Lift the cap off of the assembly to release the spout.
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Lift the spout off of the assembly to expose the cam.
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Lift the cam out of the assembly to expose the packing washer.
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Lift the packing washer out of the assembly.
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