How to Change a Cartridge on a Flick Mixer

As a homeowner, it gives you pride and joy to show off your comfortable home. It is the fulfillment of your dreams of independence and relaxation. It’s a testament that all your hard work has paid off, and you are simply reaping the fruits of your labor.

While that is true, it is also a fact that when something goes wrong, you need to take the helm. One of the common issues is when your cartridge for your mixer tap doesn’t work well, or leaks, and it is a problem you can certainly fix. Simply put your DIY hat on and get to work, again!

How do you do it? Here are the simple steps you need to follow:

1. Turn off your water at the mains.
• You don’t want to have water constantly flowing while you fix the tap, so turn off the supply. This prevents wasting of water and keeps you focused on the task at hand.

2. Remove the handle.
• The indicator button is your guide in dismantling the handle of the tap. It will be the first component that you need to remove.
3. Unscrew the grub screw.
• The grub screw is what keeps everything else in place, so remove it first.

4. Remove the dome cover and locking nut.
• This is an essential step so you can uncover the washer cartridge.

5. Replace your washer cartridge.
• Make sure to check the new washer cartridge for any damage or deformities. Ensure that you position it properly to prevent leaks.

6. Reassemble your tap.
• Start from the last step that you did here to the first one in order to get the mixer back together.

7. Watch out for leaks.
• It is important that you test it out before feeling confident that everything is fixed. Play with varying pressures and try to check if there are any leaks of water. If so, simply adjust the tightness of the construction.

When all else fails, contacting a professional plumber may be necessary. The steps above are for simple problems, but any more serious than that and you will require some assistance. Other than that, feel free to manage it like a real homeowner will!