View Full Version : Why do I have low Water Pressure after diassembling diverter valve?
brwalker
Jan 13, 2011, 01:03 PM
I disassembled diverter valve from Sprayer and Faucet (I wouldn't have had to from faucet) so that I could put a new holder for the sprayer on the sink. No other parts are new. And now I have low water pressure from both hot and cold. Should the diverter valve be replaced?
hkstroud
Jan 13, 2011, 01:37 PM
First, remove the aerator to make sure that no debris is restricting the flow.
brwalker
Jan 13, 2011, 03:17 PM
Where is the aerator?
johguin67
Jan 13, 2011, 03:26 PM
The aerator is at the end of the spout[ where the water comes out] it is probably clogged.
massplumber2008
Jan 13, 2011, 03:42 PM
Hi Guys:
YUP! Here is a picture of an aerator... at the end of a spout on a faucet. Remove it and run water without the aerator in place. If water runs full pressure/volume then clean the aerator and replace and hopefully you are all set, OK?
If that fails to work let us know and we'll see what's next...
Good luck!
Mark