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    justmsjude Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 15, 2009, 05:48 PM
    Water continues to run from bath faucet while shower in use
    Hi! I run the water from the tub faucet until it's the correct temp. When I lift the knob to engage the shower head, the shower starts, but quite a bit of water still pours from faucet. Any suggestions for repair would be appreciated. Thanks!
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    Jun 15, 2009, 06:38 PM
    Water continues to run from bath faucet while shower in use
    Hi! I run the water from the tub faucet until it's the correct temp. When I lift the knob to engage the shower head, the shower starts, but quite a bit of water still pours from faucet. Any suggestions for repair would be appreciated. Thanks!
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    Jun 15, 2009, 08:19 PM

    Your diverter is partially opened when it should not be. It can likely be rebuilt but we need to know what brand/model mixer you have to be more specific
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    Jun 16, 2009, 02:06 AM

    You have one of two problems:

    1. Diverter spout is not functioning properly. Replace it with new one
    2. Too high water pressure. Adjust your water pressure to 55 psi.

    Let us know how you did... Milo
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    Jun 16, 2009, 05:40 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by justmsjude View Post
    Hi! I run the water from the tub faucet until it's the correct temp. When I lift the knob to engage the shower head, the shower starts, but quite a bit of water still pours from faucet. Any suggestions for repair would be appreciated. Thanks!
    This isn't excessive pressure. You have a bad diverter spout. Simply replace it. Good luck, Tom
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