Without seeing the faucet or knowing any other details, it sounds as if the o-rings or seats are bad. Most likely twisted or misaligned if the problem is such that it won't turn off. If the faucet assembly is loose, these small components can come out or become misaligned. Write down all the information you can about the specific brand and model faucet, then take this down to your local hardware professional and ask for the rebuild kit. You may need valves in addition to seats, springs, washers and o-rings (depending on the model). Most companies have kits for doing these rebuilds. Check also the seal made at the seat. If this is not tight, water will flow. Be sure you ask which, if any, special tools are necessary to remove the faucet assembly and various components. These tools are sometimes standard and sometimes specialized or unique to a certain brands/models (ie: handle pullers, seat pullers, valve wrenches). Final tip: before doing any faucet work, always remove the aerator to allow any debris to pass through the line and flush thoroughly upon completion before reinstalling the aerator.
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There is a bracket that slides between the threaded shaft and the bottom of the sink. There is usually a nut which is tightened up against this bracket. When this nut is loosened, the bracket will slide out. Of course, you first have to unfasten the two water supply lines. Once the bracket is removed, the two water lines which are made into the faucet are gently bent and the whole thing is removed from the top of the sink. Hope this helps.
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I have the same problem with an American Standard Reliant Kitchen Faucet that wont swivel anymore. I called American Standard and they are sending me the replacement parts to fix it free of charge, I have had mine 6-7 years and they said it was under warranty. Call 800-442-1902. Good Luck
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First, turn off the water supply under the sink. Next, put the faucet lever in the up position, no water should be coming out. While in the up position turn slowly while looking at the underside of the handle and you should be able to find a set screw. It will probable be an "allen head" type and you will need and allen head wrench to loosen it. An allen head looks like a hex shape, 6 sided I believe and is rod shaped. If you don't have one they come in sets at your local hardeware.
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