How can I remove the tap handles off my Prestex Bath/Shower mixer taps?
I have a leaking Prestex Bath/Shower mixer tap and knowing that I need to change the washer I tried to remove the tap head. It appears that the tap head is fixed down with an integral, hexangonal shaped indicator and thin screw down into the tap. I have removed this and yet the tap head remains unmovable. There are no other visable screws that could be removed and no bolt heads visable when the tap is fully open.
The taps are about 30 years old, I would say.
Is the tap head just stuck or is there another magic way of removing the tap head.
Thanks Bryan
I had a similar problem. Your 2 minute solution was great
Ken
April 2013
Bryan - thanks for this advice, it wasnt in the manual, but it works!!
Graham
April 2010
hi .how do i remove the tap head off my ceramic mixer i have taken screw out but wont budge thanks
walt
December 2008
hi,
i had the same problem what you need to do is swich off the mains water supply
open the tap fully
with a set of grips on the acrylic handle twist the handle anti-clock wise and the tap will become free to reveal the washer underneath the handle fixed on by a small nut.
just change the washer and do the reverse to fit the tap back on.
bryan kent
February 2008
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How can I remove the tap handles off my Prestex Bath/Shower mixer taps?
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