Ask Experts Questions for FREE Help !
Ask
    jenna3's Avatar
    jenna3 Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #1

    Dec 6, 2008, 04:25 PM
    Shower handle leak
    My shower-only symmons handle is leaking. A couple of months ago the shower head leaked, I took off handle, and replaced hot washer, and leak stopped. Now water comes out of handle. Hot, cold, o-ring replacement were all suggested. Which one and how is it done? Thanks!
    massplumber2008's Avatar
    massplumber2008 Posts: 12,832, Reputation: 1212
    Senior Plumbing Expert
    		  
    #2

    Dec 6, 2008, 04:35 PM
    Hi Jenna...

    You need to remove the handle again and the chrome ring/sleeve and then tighten the packing nut under the handle.

    Take the handle and the chrome sleeve off... then turn water on and see if it drips from the packing nut. If it does, tighten it a 1/2 turn and that should do it for you.

    Let me know if need more...

    MARK
    jenna3's Avatar
    jenna3 Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #3

    Dec 6, 2008, 04:42 PM

    Is the packing nut the big thing that has the spindle in it, and is hard to get off (need a lot of muscle!)?
    massplumber2008's Avatar
    massplumber2008 Posts: 12,832, Reputation: 1212
    Senior Plumbing Expert
    		  
    #4

    Dec 6, 2008, 04:44 PM
    The packing nut is number t-17 in the following picture.

    It is the small nut t-17.. not the large one t-11

    Confirm you understand...

    MARK
    Attached Images
     
    jenna3's Avatar
    jenna3 Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #5

    Dec 6, 2008, 04:52 PM
    I think I do? I'm sorry! The one when you take off the handle and chrome plating that you see first?
    jenna3's Avatar
    jenna3 Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #6

    Dec 6, 2008, 05:19 PM

    Thank you oh patient plumber!! I tightened everything, and turned the water back on-no leaks! :) Happy holidays!
    massplumber2008's Avatar
    massplumber2008 Posts: 12,832, Reputation: 1212
    Senior Plumbing Expert
    		  
    #7

    Dec 6, 2008, 05:22 PM
    Happy holidays... :)
Not your question? Ask your question View similar questions
 

Question Tools Search this Question
Search this Question:

Advanced Search

Add your answer here.


Check out some similar questions!

Removing handle from a Moen single-handle shower [ 5 Answers ]

The shower is dripping and I am trying to get to the stem by removing the handle. I can see a set screw recessed into the bottom of the handle. I have tried an allen wrench but bent it without any success.

Re-install Moen single handle shower handle [ 12 Answers ]

My Moen shower handle came off. I see there is a set screw at the bottom of it. The handle attaches to a plastic piece; however, you have to pull out the plastic piece from the wall to get the handle to fit over the plastic and to give the set screw something to set into. How do I pull out...

Moen Single Handle Shower Diverter Leak [ 1 Answers ]

I have a Moen single handle valve in my bathtub. The tub spout has a diverter on the top to change it to shower mode. Recently I tightened the screws on the cover plate where the handle attaches to eliminate slack which was causing the tub spout to move (and pull caulk away) each time the shower...

Leak into kitchen from shower three handle [ 1 Answers ]

Hi All, I'm not handy, but want to be able solve some homeowner problems. I have a 1954 house, could be original plumbing. We have a three handle shower/tub combo, and when the shower is on, more times than not, it drips into the kitchen, directly below the plumping, which is on the...

Shower insert leak at metal handle [ 5 Answers ]

Request any advice on how to seal a metal handle that is an integral part of a shower insert. I've had a plumber look at the situation. His comment was that shower inserts with metal handles were no longer sold because they developed leaks at the juncture of the metal handle and the holes on...

View more questions Search