Delta Kitchen Faucet Bonnet Nut Stuck

Let sit for 15 minutes and try to remove bonnet nut.

Delta kitchen faucet bonnet nut stuck.

The bonnet nut fits over the faucet valve and holds the valve into place. I feel as though i am missing something obvious here. The delta faucet brand delivers well made stylish faucets shower heads and other kitchen and bathroom accessories. Customer had a 3 year old delta 9178 dst touch kitchen faucet with the diamond cartridge in it.

Browse now to customize your kitchen or bathroom. I have been grabbing the base with channel locks and trying to unloosen the nut with adjustable wrench. Handle and bonnet nut. Place handle on stem and rotate counterclockwise approximately 1 4 turn after the stop has been contacted.

I called delta to order a new bonnet nut and they told me to first try mixing half very hot water and half white vinegar then dip a cloth into the mixture and wrap it around the bonnet. Won t budge at all. Lift valve cartridge out of body. I managed to get the handle off with some force and slight twisting back and forth.

Delta 9178 dst struck bonnet nut ran into a situation yesterday. Do not pry the valve cartridge out of the body with a screwdriver. To remove the bonnet nut turn it in a counterclockwise direction with a wrench until the nut is free from the threads on the valve then lift the nut up and over the valve to complete the removal process. Your shower experience inspired living innovations delta outlet delta recertified customer service.

There was a lot of calcium buildup inside once i got it off. However the bonnet will not budge when i take the pipe wrench to it.