How to Safely Take Apart a Hot and Cold Faucet at Home

In our daily lives, some items at home may get damaged over time, and many small repairs can be handled by ourselves. However, when a faucet encounters issues, it often requires disassembly. Many people may not be clear on how to take apart a hot and cold water faucet. Below, I will guide you through the process.

I. How to Disassemble a Hot and Cold Water Faucet?

1. Turn off the main water supply and remove the red and blue dots under the handle to reveal a small hole.

2. Use a flashlight to check inside the hole and use the corresponding screwdriver to unscrew it. Some faucets may have a square-shaped screw, which can be more challenging. If you lack the right tools, you can try to find substitutes, but be careful not to damage the screw socket.

3. Once you loosen the screw, you can remove the handle. At this point, you will see a large copper nut; use a large wrench to unscrew the nut. After unscrewing the nut, you can remove the faucet's valve core.

4. Inspect the surface of the valve core for any unevenness or small dirt; clean them thoroughly. Remove the rubber sealing ring on top and check for any damage. If you do not find any apparent problems after inspection, you may need to replace the valve core.

II. Precautions for Using Hot and Cold Water Faucets.

1. Some kitchen faucets for hot and cold water are connected to the sink, which means the hoses beneath the faucet might be hidden deep. This could take some time when disassembling. Therefore, when installing, consider using screws to secure the valve seat to the faucet body.

2. After a period of use, the inlet hoses may rust or accumulate debris, making them difficult to unscrew. Applying a couple of drops of oil on the rusty areas may help.

3. If water continues to flow from the outlet after closing the kitchen hot and cold water faucet, it could indicate an issue with the valve core or that something is blocking the sealing ring at the bottom of the valve core.

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