| STYLE |
PROBLEM |
CAUSE |
SOLUTION |
| Tub Spout Shower Diverter |
Shower engages only partially or not at all |
Tub spout diverter handle is broken or internal gate is broken or corroded |
Replace entire spout assembly |
|
| Ball Type Shower Diverter |
Diverter valve leaks |
Worn or damaged cam seal |
Replace |
| Worn or damaged adjusting ring |
Tighten/replace |
| Shower engages only partially or not at all |
Worn or damaged seats/springs |
Replace |
| Worn or corroded diverter ball |
Replace |
|
| Shower Head |
Water leaks from around the head |
Nut holding head to arm is loose |
Tighten |
| Washer in shower head is worn |
Replace |
| Weak water flow from head |
Mineral deposit build-up has blocked shower head |
Remove /disassemble and clean with vinegar if possible, or replace |
|
| Bathtub |
Tub leaks at overflow plate |
Worn or damaged overflow washer |
Replace |
| Trip lever will not separate |
Corroded or damaged trip lever |
Clean if possible or replace overflow plate and trip lever |
| Tub will not hold water |
Trip lever mechanism is out of adjustment |
Disassemble and adjust |
| Trip lever mechanism is damaged or corroded |
Replace |
| Worn pop-up stopper O-ring |
Replace |
| Tub spout leaks |
Corroded or damaged spout or nipple |
Remove and clean or replace |
