When Replacing a Faucet, What to Do if the Pipe Breaks Inside

As household water appliances become more and more common, leaky faucets often need to be replaced. However, after a long period of use, the connection of the faucet can easily break during replacement, leaving part of it inside the pipe. Here, I will introduce what to do if you break it off inside while changing the faucet.

What to do if you break the faucet off inside when changing it:

Gently tap the water supply pipe extractor into the broken pipe, then use a small wrench to turn it counterclockwise to unscrew it. Alternatively, you can use a small hacksaw to saw two or three small segments off the part left in the pipe and then use a flathead screwdriver to pry out the cut segment. Finally, use small needle-nose pliers to pull out the remaining part, clean the area, and then install the new faucet.

How to disassemble the kitchen faucet:

1. The first step is to prepare the necessary tools, including pliers, wrenches, and screwdrivers. If only parts of the faucet need to be replaced, you should also prepare the replacement parts. Don't forget to turn off the main water supply.

2. Remove the small screws located at the back or top of the faucet handle to take off the handle. Some faucets may have screws hidden beneath plastic caps, buttons, or metallic buttons, so you may need to remove these to access the screws on the top of the faucet.

3. If the screws of your faucet are located inside a hole, use a flashlight to check if they are slotted or Phillips head, and then use the corresponding screwdriver to remove them.

4. After using a large adjustable wrench to remove the nut, you can take out the faucet cartridge. According to experts from Qijia.com, after removal, check if the copper surface below the cartridge is uneven or has debris. If so, clean it thoroughly.

In conclusion, the above content includes information on what to do if you break the faucet off inside when changing it, and whether it poses any health risks. I hope this information will be helpful to you. After reading the content, you will have a better understanding of how to disassemble the kitchen faucet. If you need help in the future, you can refer back to this.