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How to remove these tap handles?

becxlane
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How to remove these tap handles?

How do I remove these taps? I have turned of the water, taken the cold screw part off and turned tap all the way on, but handle will still not come off. Need to replace the washers as quite a steady leak. Help please 😀

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EricL
Bunnings Team Member
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Re: How to remove these tap handles?

Hello @becxlane 

 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's marvellous to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about your basin tap handles.

 

I suggest using a Craftright 250mm Adjustable Wrench to remove the locking nut at the top of the handle. If you have removed the locking nut, it's possible that the handle is stuck held in place by calcium deposits. I suggest rocking and twisting the handle until the deposits weaken and you can pull the handle off the spindle.

 

I also suggest having a look at this guide - How to replace a tap washer.

 

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

 

Eric

 

 

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