The faucets diverter valve has failed or is otherwise inoperative (stuck open by mineral deposits or debris). Likely it (diverter valve) or possibly the whole faucet will need replaced.
The screen may be clogged. unscrew it and clean it
SOURCE: Faucet/sprayer coordination
If you have a Delta faucet your diverter may need to be replaced. The diveter is located under the spout (see diagram)(this is not your faucet but works the same)
Here are the instructions:
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SOURCE: kitchen spray not working completely.
Make sure the sprayer is clean of debris. IF YOU HAVE HARD WATER, soak in CLR overnight. If sprayer is clear then its the diverter which is more indepth thru the stem.
Phil
SOURCE: Kitchen sink only running with the sprayer
It is hard to be certain without knowing the type of faucet, but if you have the type that has a single lever, it could be 2 things I can think of. If you have seperate knobs, I can only think of one. If you have the type with knobs, take the aerator screen off the end of the faucet, The screen may be plugged with saw cuttings of pvc or what ever type of pipe, or even the water saver orifice may be stopped up. If water runs freely with aerator off, you obviously have a problem there.
If you have the lever type, the ball valve can be in backwards, or even a little way off, and the water can not get to the faucet. I am guessing, the whole faucet assembly MAY be in backwards, but that too can usually be fixed by changing the ball around.
Hope this fixes you up!
SOURCE: Greetings! My Kohler kitchen faucet
Begin by shutting off the water to the faucet. Then, on the back of the handle you will find a small button. remove it with a small knife blade and underneath you will see a 1/8" set screw. Use a 1/8" inch allen wrench to remove the set screw. You can then unscrew the bonnet and remove the diverter. Take the diverter to a hardware store or plumbing supply to purchase the appropriate repair kit. goodluck.
SOURCE: kitchen faucet leaking pull down sprayer spout type
try tightening the nut that attaches the flex line to the pull out spout
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