How to replace cartridge on Mondella sink mixer tap?

[Kwongk]

We bought a Mondella Resonance curved sink mixer from the local Bunning store recently and have it successfully installed.  It is working ok.  The information on the box suggests that it uses a 35 mm Cartridge.

Yet we have not been able to find information on whether the cartridge could be replaced, or how that can be done.  That model differs from older models in that access to the allen key screw is not obvious, although an allen key has been included in the package.

Also the type of replacement cartridge is not specified.

We would like to have this information as our experiences indicate that all taps leak after about 5 years of working. 

[retirednot]

 

[retirednot]

thanks

i gota 35mm flat cartridge kit now at nowra store, might be i dont have right allen key ?

[JacobZ]

Hi @retirednot,

Are you able to rotate the lever back on to the screw at all, or has it completely snapped off making it unusable?

If it is unusable, then you're going to have to replace the tap. If the lever can be rotated back onto the screw, then we can simply remove the screw and continue on with the repair. 

It doesn't look like the top of this screw is shaped to accept an allen key, but if the photo is deceptive, this may be a solution. 

If an allen key doesn't work, you could use some multigrips to remove the screw. Make sure to cover the grip on your multigrips with tape or a cloth to stop them from causing damage to the screw.

You should then be able to rotate it off and follow the advice in this discussion to replace the cartridge.

Let me know how you go.

Jacob

[retirednot]

the lever just screws off & on no problem

ill try & screw the screw off then & update

thanks