PPT 10 - Replace defective components

What should you use to replace a washer in a chrome or gold tap to avoid scratching the finish?

• Regular pliers

• Soft-jaw pliers

• A hammer

• A screwdriver

What is a common sign that a washer in a tap or FOV is worn or broken?

• Increased water pressure

• Dripping from the outlet

• No water flow

• Loud noises

What is a common symptom of defective tap seating?

• Water pressure increase

• Dripping from outlet or overflow

• No water flow

• Loud noises

What tool can be used to fix a defective tap seating?

• Hammer

• Reseating tool

• Screwdriver

• Wrench

What should be done if a tap is badly damaged?

• Paint it

• Replace the whole tap

• Tighten the screws

• Ignore it

What does it mean if a tap is dripping from the body rather than the outlet?

• The tap is not properly closed.

• The fibre or rubber washer is damaged.

• The water pressure is too high.

• The outlet is blocked.

How can you identify if the fibre or rubber washer in a tap is damaged?

• By tightening the tap.

• By increasing the water pressure.

• By undoing the cover.

• By replacing the tap.

What is a common cause of dripping from the head in rising spindle taps?

• Faulty body washer

• Packing glands

• Loose handle

• Broken spout

In non-rising spindle taps, what component is typically responsible for dripping?

• O rings

• Valve seat

• Spout

• Handle

What is the recommended solution for a dripping tap caused by packing glands or O rings?

• Tightening the handle

• Replacing the spout

• Re-packing or replacing

• Adjusting the water pressure