The Grohe crane, despite the fact that it understands the same rules as a single-lever one, I have placed in a separate subsection of this article. The reason lies in its popularity and reliability.
Grohe's peculiarity is that its flexible water connections are not threaded like other mixers. That is, if we rotate them, we will not unscrew them. They are fixed from the inside. This will require:
Everything! Access for the flexible hoses is obtained and the mixer is disassembled. As you can see, the disassembly process is very similar to the instructions that I gave at the beginning of the article. It is important to understand that cranes from different manufacturers are disassembled in general according to a similar scheme, but there may be some nuances, like Grohe with the same gasket, the type of tool used in the work, the number of screws to be unscrewed, and so on.
If the model with a thermostat jams, you will need the help of a specialist. The fact is that the connection diagram of the temperature indicator depends on the manufacturer. In addition, this device has very delicate contacts that can be easily damaged if not properly disassembled. The figure below shows schematically the main components of a thermostatic mixer.
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I began to undermine the Damixa 70120 kitchen faucet (7 years ago, as it was installed).
I called the service: they said that if it does not drip from under the handle, you can only replace the gaskets.
How to unscrew the nut?
I advise you to throw this stuff away and stay away from its products in the future.
tvmaster wrote:
Zhesko. The service was offended when I called and first asked about the cartridge.
It turns out that there is a ball regulator.
Maybe Oras and Grohe rule now, but 7 years ago Damixa was held in high esteem, but as you can see, it was necessary with drinking water.
Maybe someone will come in handy:
At the back, where in the photo we see a white ring below the brass nut, there is a stopper of the spout from the same material.
By the way, I didn’t know yesterday: the repair kit costs half as much as I bought, having found the lowest price on the Internet. Calling the foreman and repairing - it would turn out that I wasted.
Remember to shut off the water.
Finally we managed to unscrew the top nut.
tvmaster wrote:
And what's wrong with Damix? There is information? Certainly not Jaco Delafon and not Hansgroe, but he also believed that Rocky mixers were at the level. To be fair, I will say that I recently installed Damix on the sink and after a while the lever began to move. Maybe it's a matter of pressing the nut to the stem, or maybe a cartridge. I will disassemble.
The Delafon and HansGrohe mentioned by you work without any maintenance or replacement of rubber bands at all.
I called the service again. Immediately it was necessary to call the master - the repair kit costs 310 rubles. + call and replacement 320 rubles, and I bought a repair kit for 620 rubles. (I couldn't find it cheaper on the Internet |.
The worst thing is that replacing the rubber bands will not radically help; soon a year or two, the rubber bands will wear out again and start dripping again. A surprisingly unsuitable technical solution. I understood this as soon as I made out my first dimix. Was stupid to bite the stainless steel ball. Yeah, stainless steel - a roughly welded ball of two halves, the welding seam is somehow cleaned.
Single-lever mixers are a relatively young development in the field of sanitary ware, which has won the trust and popularity of consumers. Such cranes are also called "one-armed" or "one-gripping". They are very simple in operation: the temperature and water pressure are controlled with one hand. Understanding the features of the mixer device will help you easily cope with its disassembly and repair. Single lever mixer elements:
retainer (mount);
ceramic cartridge or ball mechanism;
silicone or rubber gaskets;
circular nut;
flexible hoses for water supply.
Internally, single-lever mixers can be:
Ball. The device of ball lever mixers implies the presence in the structure of a hollow steel ball with three holes - a mixing chamber. Two holes accept hot and cold water, which is mixed inside. Third - it gives out already warm water. The ball is set in motion by a handle. Moving, the ball allows you to adjust the temperature of the water and the pressure of the jet.
Not all mixer breakdowns can be repaired. Replacement of the cartridge or other repair is carried out in the event of the following breakdowns:
the cartridge is leaking;
when turned on at full power, the ball mixer gives out a weak water pressure;
when turned on, water is simultaneously supplied to the spout and shower;
breakage of the push-button switch.
More serious breakdowns are extremely rare, but require replacement of the entire mixer.
Almost everyone can disassemble and repair a leaking single-grip mixer. You don't need professional tools for this.
Attention! Before disassembling a single-lever mixer, it is necessary to shut off the access of water to it.
Use a screwdriver (or knife) to remove the plugs on the lever indicating the direction of the handle for dispensing hot and cold water.
Unscrew the screw and remove the handle.
Carefully unscrew the ceramic and ring nut from the body. This is done using a key or manually.
Remove the cartridge from the housing.
The whole procedure for disassembling the mixer takes on average 10 minutes and everyone can do it.
The reason for the leakage of single-lever mixers is often failed cartridges. This happens due to the ingress of abrasive particles of debris into the inter-disc space. In this case, the cartridge must be replaced.
When choosing a replaceable element, it is worth considering that the holes in the cartridge can be of different diameters (3 or 4 cm). Also, the cartridges may differ in the retainers on the bottom plate. Replacement cartridges with silicone gaskets are recommended as they are more durable when exposed to water.
Advice. Disassemble the mixer and remove the cartridge from it before going to the store. The presence of an old cartridge will help you "not miss the mark" with the purchase of a replacement.
After installing a new cartridge in the body, the mixer is assembled in the reverse order of disassembly.
Often the problem is related to the wear of the inner stuffing box. To eliminate the problem, it (the oil seal) must be replaced. Troubleshooting procedure:
The handle must be in the closed position.
Remove the flexible shower hose.
Use pliers to remove the switch button from the tap.
Use a rod or screwdriver to unscrew the adapter from the spout.
Replace worn packing ring.
Ball mixers are durable, but if a breakdown occurs, they cannot be repaired and must be replaced. You can only eliminate a weak flow of dispensed water and leaks associated with the wear of the sealing gum with your own hands. It is difficult to call a “nuisance” with a weak jet a breakdown - the mixer still functions. The reason is the clogging of the aerator.
Remove the aerator from the mixer spout.
Rinse it thoroughly under running water in the opposite direction of the water supply.
Install the aerator by securing it with the clamping nut.
Remove the handle.
Remove the plastic two-piece thyroid. The black part is the seal that needs to be cleaned or replaced.
If the leak persists, remove the ball mechanism.
Replace the bottom seal.
Replace the ball and secure the seals with a plastic nut.
Install the handle and check that the mixer is working properly.
Advice. When replacing rubber seals, additionally use silicone grease, so the tightness will be higher.
The single-lever bath mixer has a switch that regulates the flow of water to the bath and shower. Possible problems:
water is simultaneously supplied to the bath and shower. The reason is the inadequacy of the slide gaskets.
non-return to the start position of the switch button. The reason is the wear of the rod spring of the switch.
Replacing the spool gasket rings is fraught with some difficulties, and the main problem is that replacement gaskets are not available for sale. A spare set is usually supplied with the mixer. If the spare wheel is lost, you can independently cut out the gaskets from dense (3-4 mm thick) rubber. Homemade gaskets can temporarily solve the problem, but they will not last long.
The design of the switch includes two gaskets - at the top and bottom of the spool. If the cause of the leak is only in the upper gasket, repairs can be performed without disassembling the switch. It is enough to remove the decorative cap and carefully pull out the worn out sealing rubber. Also install the new gasket carefully. If the problem persists, the slide switch will need to be disassembled and the bottom rubber band replaced.
Check that the mixer lever is in the closed position.
Disconnect the flexible hose of the shower net.
Remove the decorative cap, unscrew the screw and remove the switch button.
Carefully remove the spool from the mixer body.
Notice the rubber bands by additionally lubricating them with hermetic paste.
Assemble and install the switch in reverse order.
Failure to return the button to the start position can be corrected by replacing the extended spring in the switch. Procedure:
Remove the adapter as described above.
Remove the spring wound stem.
Remove the old spring.
Using pliers, thread a new spring onto the stem. The spring should be made of galvanized steel and slightly smaller in diameter than the previous one.
Assemble and install the switch.
Repairing a faucet may not always solve the problem of a malfunction. In many cases, and always at the wrong time, the tap must be replaced. In order to extend the life of the mixer without repair as long as possible, experts recommend taking preventive measures and taking a responsible approach to the choice of the product.
Choose heavy brass faucets when purchasing. They are more durable and will last an order of magnitude longer. But sulimin mixers will not last long.
Install water filters to protect your faucet from most repairable breakdowns.
A mixer leak that is not repaired in time can cause serious trouble. It is not difficult to disassemble and repair the mixer with your own hands. The main thing is to understand the device of the crane and have the necessary tools and spare parts on hand.
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Shows how to service the Damixa Arc series 29.
Typically, in this case, the mixer is thrown away or it ends up in scrap metal. I'll show you how you can in this video.
In this video I will show you how to disassemble a single-lever flag mix on your own, without the help of a plumber.
Over time, as the operation progresses, water begins to leak from under the mixer adjustment knob.
How to fix or fix any faucet. In the bathroom, in the kitchen, with one handle, ball, in the shower, shower.
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A new cartridge has been inserted into the 15 year old faucet. The handle can be moved by a draft. 🙂
It is not difficult to repair the mixer with your own hands. Don't buy expensive mix cartridges.
Shows how to service the Damixa Arc series 29.
Typically, in this case, the mixer is thrown away or it ends up in scrap metal. I'll show you how you can in this video.
A new cartridge has been inserted into the 15 year old faucet. The handle can be moved by a draft. 🙂
damixa ARC mixers (Denmark).
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An adjustable wrench, a socket, a small hexagon and a new crane-axle box (selected in the store by.
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Hier leggen we uit hoe u het 13080 binnenwerk moet vervangen van een damixa kraan. Ook laten we zien hoe de rubbers vervangen worden (13056). Klik op.
In this video I will show you how to disassemble a single-lever flag mix on your own, without the help of a plumber.
How to repair a single-lever (flag) mixer.
Damixa faucets are a world-famous brand that many connoisseurs of high-quality sanitary ware know. There are two things to keep in mind when talking about plumbing. First, our way of life, our daily life should be arranged with the greatest possible comfort. That is why more and more people are turning their eyes to the products of world-famous firms, although they cost much more than products of a similar type from other manufacturers.
Second, water is the most demanded after air and the most valuable natural resource: if you don’t have to pay for the air we breathe, then the water that flows from the taps in the kitchen and bathroom is very expensive. And every self-respecting manufacturer of sanitary ware will certainly take this into account.
When it comes to Damixa, it should be noted that the specialists of this company are very attentive to the issue of ecology and water conservation policy. The population of our planet is growing every day, and in the same way, water consumption is increasing. The last 10 years have been marked by the fact that water consumption has increased sevenfold.
Damixa's innovations are aimed at reducing water consumption by at least a quarter without losing comfort. By installing Damixa faucets, one average family can save thousands of liters of water per year.
In the manufacture of their products, the Danes are very careful in choosing suppliers of materials, choosing only those who have environmentally friendly raw materials. In addition, when purchasing Damixa kitchen faucets, the user receives instructions on the environmentally friendly disposal of this product.
Damixa is high-class sanitary ware, premium quality, unique design. Stylishness, reliability, ease of maintenance are the main characteristics of the products of this company. They cost an order of magnitude more than products from other brands, but you always have to pay for quality. Cheap products are a direct route to endless repairs and replacements. Therefore, Damixa mixers are sold only in specialized stores and plumbing salons. They cannot be on the clothing markets, these are only low-quality fakes.
The Danish company Damix was the first to introduce the single grip mixer to the European market.
They were the first to create indicators for hot and cold water.
A faucet of any model is an integral part of the interior of the kitchen, bathroom and toilet. Damixa's slogan (translated from English) is “when design is meaningful”. This is what distinguishes the faucets from Denmark. This company is trying to keep up with the times, taking into account not only the latest trends in sanitary design, but also the wishes of users. This is the reason that Damixa has been successfully operating in the sanitary ware market for over 80 years. At the same time, her products have been repeatedly awarded at various exhibitions, and collections of products are published with enviable regularity. According to the President of Damixa Lars Bloodt, the main thing is that the products optimally combine design and functionality.
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Damixa products are diverse, covering all segments of the sanitary ware consumer market. The consumer is presented with a huge selection of mixers for all household needs, from a kitchen sink to a bidet. They also differ in their design.
Basically, mixers can be divided into the following types:
Two-grip (two-valve) are familiar mixers, in which the supply of hot and cold water is regulated by two separate valves. This kind of classic of the plumbing genre will never go out of fashion as long as there are water meters and gas water heaters. In the presence of these devices, the use of a double-grip mixer is necessary. So, the use of two taps helps to save water and more accurately adjust the desired temperature of the water used.
The functionality of double-grip mixers is especially important if there is a gas water heater in the household: it works on the principle of separate switching on of cold and hot water. The features of the operation include mandatory gaskets, which can be ceramic or rubber. Ceramics have a longer service life, they are more convenient, they have a shorter stroke during operation, they are smoother, and rubber does not react so well to water quality.
If we talk about a single-grip mixer, then its main advantage is convenience. This is a brilliant, in terms of functionality, invention. The water supply is switched on in one motion, while physical efforts are minimized: the lever can be moved even with the little finger. This is very convenient in the kitchen, when you need to open the water, and your hands are dirty with kitchen work: the movement of the brush - and the water flowed out.
The undoubted advantages of single-grip mixers include the fact that this device remembers the desired temperature regime: the lever, left in the desired position, ensures that the next time it is turned on, water will be supplied at the same temperature as when it was turned on the previous time. It is only necessary to regulate the water pressure.
Damixa also produces more sophisticated mixer models such as thermostats. Thermostatic mixers are an indispensable accessory for modern showers. The thermostat ensures that water is supplied at a constant set temperature. This is especially true in private houses, where water is heated from a gas boiler: all residents of such houses know the situation when someone takes a shower, and at this time water is turned on in the kitchen and the person taking a shower is either under ice streams or escaping boiling water ...
With a thermostatic mixer, such a situation is excluded. Moreover, if suddenly there is a shutdown of cold or hot water, thermostatic mixers immediately turn off the water supply. Damixa thermostats are especially recommended for homes with small children.
Damixa has a kind of proprietary service called X-change base, which can be translated as "exchange base". By contacting Damixa specialists, you can quickly change one mixer made by this company to another, as well as repair a broken mixer.The most vulnerable point of all mixers, without exception, are cartridges. In plumbing and specialized salons, you can purchase cartridges for all Damixa models, including the Apollo range, which uses a ball regulator.
In addition, at Damixa's points of sale, when buying a mixer, the user receives a so-called repair kit, which, in addition to the gasket for the ball regulator, includes hot and cold water buttons, two repair keys, sandpaper and a bag of silicone grease.
All Damixa faucets have a five-year warranty from the date of sale. Spare parts for shower faucets are covered by a two-year warranty. If a warranty repair is made, the warranty period is not nullified or extended.
Probably, every person has come across a situation when he found a puddle of unknown origin on the bathroom floor. An attentive person immediately found a small stream of water flowing down from the mixer.
That's it, you need to call the plumber ...
Or try to repair the mixer yourself.
With the mixer, which is in the kitchen, everything is more or less clear. This is the simplest type of mixer.
You can replace it in the following way.
We shut off the water using ball valves.
Using a screwdriver, remove the "lambs" from the mixer taps.
Using an open-end wrench, unscrew the taps from the mixer.
We change the gasket to a new one.
We screw the tap into place, having previously wound a sealing tape on the thread.
The last step will prevent leaks in the kitchen faucet through the threads.
It is more difficult to troubleshoot a bathroom faucet.
Let's try to understand this issue.
First of all, there are two types of faucets in the bathroom:
Each type of mixer has its own advantages, disadvantages, and, therefore, its own special defects.
Let's start with the breakdowns of single-lever mixers.
Mixer leakage.
Weak water jet.
Simultaneous flow of water into the drain and into the shower net.
Failure of the pushbutton switch.
Leak in the area of the push-button switch button.
Most often, the cause of this malfunction is a small speck that has ended up in the mixer mechanism. Sorinka can be caught between the ball and the ball sleeve or between the valve discs.
In this case, you need to replace the cartridge.
It is necessary to remove the decorative plug of the water switch lever.
Unscrew the retaining screw under the cover.
Remove the selector lever from the mixer body.
Replace cartridge.
Assemble the mixer.
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The cause of this malfunction may be a clogged aerator.
Unscrew the aerator.
The aerator mesh must be blown out and rinsed from both sides.
Restore original position.
There may be several reasons for this malfunction, but the main one is most often the wear of the gaskets in the spool switch.
This malfunction can only be eliminated by replacing the gaskets and rings.
The only problem with such a repair is the rubber rings for the spool, which are rarely found on the free market. A spare kit is usually sold with the mixer. But, if it has not survived, then as a temporary measure, you can cut such rings yourself. Any dense rubber will do for this purpose. But such rings will not serve for a long time.
The reason for this malfunction is a broken spring. This means that in order to eliminate this malfunction, it is enough to replace the spring. The diameter of the new spring needs to be adjusted to a slightly smaller size.
The cause of the malfunction is a damaged oil seal. It just needs to be replaced. You can buy oil seals at any hardware store. The mixer instruction manual usually describes the standard procedure for this replacement.
As you can see, repairing a bathroom faucet is not such a difficult operation. Even if the mixer is single-lever.
This defect is eliminated by replacing the gasket.
Broken shower-to-spout switch The switching mechanism is simple.If such a breakdown occurs, then when disassembling the mixer, you can immediately identify the broken element and replace it.
There may be two reasons for this:
Wear of gaskets
Defective conical plug machining.
Both of these reasons can be eliminated by disassembling the mixer and replacing the damaged elements.
Faucet repair will not take a thinking person a lot of time. You just need to turn on the logic, open the instructions and do a little work with your hands. It's not as difficult as it sounds.
How to fix water leakage from the mixer, see the following video:
Video (click to play).
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