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Kitchen Faucets
Replace Seals on a Single-Control Kitchen Faucet
Follow the steps in the guide below to install a seal kit (o-rings and bearings) in a single control kitchen faucet.
1
Turn Off Water Supply to Faucet
Before beginning work, turn off the water supply to your kitchen faucet.
2
Remove the Plug Button
Remove the plug button located on the back of the handle.
3
Loosen Screw Beneath Button
Loosen the small screw beneath the button using a hex wrench.
4
Remove Handle
Next, remove the handle.
5
Expose the Valve and Mounting Nut
Twist the bonnet, the decorative covering beneath the handle, counterclockwise to remove and expose the valve and mounting nut.
6
Remove the Spout
Grasp toward the base of the faucet and the spout and pull straight up to remove the spout.
7
Replace O-Rings and Bearings
Replace the black o-rings and white plastic bearings found around the faucet body, making sure to generously lubricate the o-rings and bearings with the included silicone based lubricant.
8
Reassemble the Faucet
Slide the spout back on the faucet body and reassemble the remainder of the faucet.