Remove Tap Cover to replace washer

[JJM1]

Hi,

I am wanting to replace a washer on a Laundry Tap however cannot see how to remove the cover which sits flush on the Tile (see attached image). I can pull the cover away from the tile towards me about 5mm as it has a spring on the inside of it but not remove it. Turning it does nothing as there is no thread on in.

Any help would be appreciated.

Cheers

Jeff

[EricL]

Hello @JJM1 

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

It's possible that the white washer that is connected to the spindle is a stopper of sorts that prevents the cover flange from being taken off. I propose trying to take that white washer off and this might allow you to slide the cover flange off the spindle body. Another possibility is that there might be rubber washer inside that is holding the flange in place, I propose spraying it with WD40 to lubricate it and see if the cover flange will pull out.

Let me call on our experienced members @Dave-1 and @Nailbag for their recommendations.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[Nailbag]

Hi @JJM1 

@EricL is correct in that the white washer is press-fitted on. Behind it is that spring thats keeping the pressure on the cover plate flat to the tiles. Try using pointed-nose pliers to remove the washer, or levering it out with a flat blade screwdriver on either side. 

Alternatively try levering it from the back of the cover plate?

Nailbag

[Dave-1]

Evening @JJM1 

My answer is the same as @EricL 's and @Nailbag's I would use a flat head screwdriver and lever the white bit off. It will be tight fitting but not tight as in wont budge. I always worry about how much force to apply so I just take my time and slowly work away at it. If you have enough space then a screwdriver either side to lever the white stopper out easier.

Dave