How to Fix a Shower Diverter
A shower diverter is the technical term for the spout and knob that channel water from a tub faucet to the shower head. A diverter is faulty when it fails to direct all of the water to the shower head and allows some to continue to drain out of the tub spout. This will not only slow the flow of water from the shower, it also wastes water that flows directly from the spout to the drain. Fortunately, fixing a diverter is a simple project that can be done at minimal cost without the help of a professional. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Examine the faulty diverter to find out how it is attached. Continue to Step 2 if the diverter is attached to the pipe with a screw. Continue to Step 3 if it is threaded onto the pipe.
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Close the drain to avoid allowing the removed screw to fall into the drain. Remove the screw with the screwdriver, then turn the spout to the left while pulling out to detach it from the water pipe.
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Hold the spout with the wrench and twist counterclockwise until the spout is removed from the pipe.
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Replace the faulty diverter with a new diverter in the same style as the one you removed.
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Tips & Warnings
If you are unsure of the style of diverter you need to replace the faulty diverter with, take the old diverter to a hardware store for guidance.
