American Standard Plumbing - Page 8 - Recent Questions, Troubleshooting & Support
Base of faucet leaks- cannot remove set screw at
if you are having trouble removing the set screw make sure you are using the correct size allen wrench and confirm that it is a allen screw and not a trox screw. After doing this try tighten the screw slightly before loosening it. This should break it loose.
2/25/2011 12:08:38 AM •
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How to calculate the weihgt of circular cones
(1/3) x pi x radius2 x height x density = pounds
where ::
radius = radius of base in inches
density = pounds per cubic inch
height = height in inches
(or you could use feet, meters, cm, mm for radius & height and use kg for density or wahtever units you wish as long as the units are consistent)
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2/22/2011 4:56:40 AM •
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Pulled the drain stopper rod
if you remove the actual drain mechanism you will see where the drain stopper rod goes into.It`s a hole that works on a lever. You need both hands to insert rod into and then use the other hand to find the right height position to anchor the drain stopper. You insert it from behind and then tighten the drain stopper on the drain pipe. Take your time this sounds complicated but it is quite easy. When you have it lined up you can check the operation of the rod by going up and down.And see if it holds water and then see if it drains the water..
2/19/2011 5:07:11 AM •
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I just installed an American
At the base of the handle there is a flow regulating check valve. Shut off water supply and unscrew handle and look for debris. Many times the washers break down on the shutoffs under the sink and release "crumbs", these usually block aerators and sometimes the cartridges on certain faucets. Hope this was helpful.
2/16/2011 3:10:36 AM •
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2/11/2011 2:27:25 AM •
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We have american standard bathroom
Disconnect the speed drain and pull the stopper out to see if it drains fine with the stopper out and if it does then you need to clean the parts and reinstall same.
2/11/2011 1:52:03 AM •
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I am trying to remove
Hi Denny--
It's a good idea to valve off the water to the fixture in question before you begin, as you can get wet doing this.
Inside that small hole you found should be an allen screw--of what size I am unsure. A standard-sized allen pack should have the size necessary.
Experiment by selecting the smallest available size, inserting it into the hole, and then trying to unscrew. If you don't feel anything catch, try the next size up.
Once loosened, the allen screw should come all the way out--be careful not to drop it down the drain!
With the screw removed, you should be able to remove the handle by pulling the handle gently away from the wall. Rocking the handle perpincularly can help, too.
If the handle has been on for a great while, more muscle may be necessary. Sometimes I sneak a flatblade screwdriver--wrapped in a cotton rag--between the handle and the wall plate and, with gentle pressure, pry the handle enough to loosen the bond between handle and control stem. Be patient!
Hope this helps,
Joe.
1/30/2011 5:41:41 PM •
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I have very little hot water pressure on my
the pressure in pipes has to do with the volume. The bigger the pipe the better the pressure. Take the time to trace out your hot water line and see if you can find any old galvonized pipe, thats usually the problem in most cases. galvonized pipe over time will rust and corrode causing restriction in the water line. replacing it with 1/2" copper should solve the problem.
1/24/2011 4:36:50 AM •
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I have a one handle
If this is a newer valve what is probably happening is the valve is a scald guard valve and is shuting itself off when it senses no pressure on the cold side. I don't have a lot of experience with am. std. valves but I'm sure you can get instruction on line to set heat setting on valve higher. Thank you.
1/20/2011 3:47:32 PM •
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When dishwasher is running, water
Is there an air gap next to the faucet that is leaking. If so, it is probably clogged. Pull the cap off of it and clean it out. This is what it may look like before you take the cap off.
1/18/2011 9:42:50 AM •
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IF HAVE A AMERICAN STANDARD
It says you have a problem with the hot water. First thing to do is to turn the hot water supply valve under the sink off, and then remove the line from the valve to the faucet at the valve. Then put a bucket underneath the valve and turn it on (carefully). If you don't get any flow, then the problem is in the valve or the pipes supplying the faucet. If you get flow there, then the problem is in the supply line or possibly at the faucet.
1/18/2011 9:25:07 AM •
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I just installed anew american standard single
Hi,
The noise you are hearing is know as water hammer....it is a result of the sudden change in pressure in the piping....it is not cause for concern just a pain in the rear...
You could replace the faucet, but many of the newr ones for some reason do that...the other way to fix it is to have a water hammer arrestor installed in the piping...
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1/13/2011 1:18:23 PM •
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on Jan 13, 2011
We purchased an American Standard
I had the same problem. You need a "diverter" (044264-0070A). It's available directly from American Standard at no charge. Lifetime guarantee! Phone: 1-800-442-1902.
1/9/2011 8:26:45 PM •
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