Leaking swivel mixer tap

[tobymac]

Hi,

I have a swivel mixer tap in my kitchen which is leaking at the base of the swivel bit, can anyone help me on how repair it please?

Many thanks

 

[TicklyT]

Most swivel spouts are sealed by 'O' rings fitted on the spigot at the bottom of the spout.

Some spouts are held in place with a small screw fitted in the back of the tap. Remove the screw and the spout should pull out.

On others, the fixing is not unlike a bayonet light bulb fitting. Turn the spout to one side (usually beyond the usual range of movement), and there is a position where the spout can then be pulled out.

Some monoblocs require removal and dismantling of the complete tap assembly to release the spout.

 

[tobymac]

TicklyT

Many thanks for your help.

Had to go to 4 different DIY stores to finally get the O rings that I needed but it's all fixed now.

Cheers.