RO faucet drip leak repair DIY. How to completely disassemble and clean up

Our Reverse Osmosis (RO) drinking faucet has developed this slow dripping leaks. The problem is getting worst gradually. This video is about how I dissemble the faucet for a complete clean up and repair. It is not a difficult job just need to be careful and use little tricks here and there. I am happy I got it fixed.
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[@dianabenobo]

Thanks!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. 👍

[@dianabenobo]

@@HypergaugeDIY My faucet had a bottom gasket that was damaged (I don't know how) but I found a replacement that fit at Ace Hardware. They had a two-pack for 3.97 of Pfister replacement bottom-gasket washers that fit perfectly and had the same design. There were a different color (black instead of red), but equally pliable. I found it in the same rack as the valve cartridge replacements.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

@Ben Obo. That is great info. Thank you. I always like my local Ace store. Will check with them if I ever need one. Let's pin this message on top so others can try. Thanks again. 👍

[@chadwilliams9826]

Your video saved us buying a new faucet!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video!! Good job fixing your faucet!👍

[@ZsOtherBrother]

Nice work. I really liked the added "accidental electrical tape strap wrench", these accidents usually teach us more than the whole process. Thank you.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Glad you like my video! Thank you!👍

[@mikelaplante7512]

Thank you sir! My faucet developed more of a 'trickle' than a drip. After watching your video, I disassembled mine and wire-brushed the corrosion on the threads - which was unseen prior to taking it apart. Short version: faucet works like new - and I had a $50 replacement in the cart at Amazon. I owe you lunch for sure! Thanks again.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. Glad it helped! Good job!

[@_PMCL]

Thank you very much!! I have the exact same faucet and followed the instructions step by step. And now I am the hero in my household for stopping that leaking RO faucet

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Excellent job getting it fixed. 👍Thanks for watching my video.

[@drbell26]

Thanks the video, you gave me the confidence to take the faucet apart and check it rather than replace it. Great camera and sound work by the way.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video! Glad I could help. Good luck with your project.

[@aquarianhealer]

Great music choice and easy voice to listen to tutorial. Good job and thank you.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

😊Thank you! Glad you like my video.

[@truth6169]

Works for me as well. Tanks a million!. I dipped the cartridge in vinegar and then tooth-brushed its small parts after to make them clean.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

👍 Good job. I am glad it worked for you.

[@stockpyro7025]

Great video but an extra tip i can give is the big white tank(under your sink) that your clean water sits inside of should have a blue colored valve(looks like a flap) on the very top of the tank sometimes its on the side of the tank. Just turn that valve to the right all the way (just a quarter turn usually)until it doesnt turn no more and that will cut the water supply to your RO faucet(still turn the bigger valve off at the wall). That way you dont have to wait for all that water to drain into the pan like our friend did in the video. Just a suggestion but his way worked great as well. Thats my contribution👍🏽👍🏽good luck to everyone👌🏽

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. Some newer models do have this shut off valve design, but unfortunately mine is an older model that does not have it. It should be a good idea to add it during the next filter change.

[@franktcg100]

Really appreciate your video. I used aquasana filter system and the faucet was leaking for weeks. I thought I have to replace some washers or something. After I followed your video step by step, clean the rust and lime inside, now the faucet stopped leaking completely. Thanks a million!!!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching my video.

[@gerardoguemez1077]

Awesome! My 10 year old son and I followed your Instructions and the leak got fixed beautifully

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. Glad it helped!

[@z978ady]

On the older style spigot, I poured distilled vinegar over valve mechanism, worked the valve on and off several times and the leak stopped without disassembly of anything. Good video.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. I use the same trick for shower head, and it worked great. Just a friendly reminder, vinegar mostly use to dissolve calcium deposit. RO system should not have calcium buildup. Maybe you want to check the filter. Good luck with your project.

[@СергейСотлейкин-л7ш]

Thanks, your video helped a lot. I was desperate and was going to buy a new faucet. After I followed instructions of your video old is working as a charm!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Great to hear! You are welcome.

[@marysanatun1598]

Fantastic thank you. Even though my tap was slightly different your video really helped me to fix my tap!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Good job getting your fixed! 👍

[@matthayes7406]

Great job! I gained confidence to repair my faucet. Take care

[@HypergaugeDIY]

👍Great to hear! Thanks for watching my video!

[@edreese2761]

Helped fix my Mom's RO faucet. Thanks!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Good Job fixing the faucet! 👍Thanks for watching my video!

[@john-marcclark7337]

Great step by step directions and done in a way that makes it easy to understand. Thank you very much.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching my video! 👍

[@superchunkwii]

Excellent video! Made it clear to me on what I was going to be looking at when I take mine apart.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. I am glad the video is useful for you.

[@arifshah2028]

Great video, I am gonna give it a try. You actually gave me the confidence thank you.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Good luck! 👍Thanks for watching my video!

[@xlhorse]

This was very helpful. I watched your video and then did exactly what you did. It worked! Thanks a lot!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thank you for watching my videos.

[@glenncurley680]

Thanks for sharing my Son sent it to me after he fixed his drip! We both have the same system, but mine lasted longer than his! When he was asking about the solution I had never had a problem/.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Good to heard that you guys have the problem fixed. It does seems like a common problem. Good that it is not hard to fix. 👍

[@Stephazona]

You just saved me a plumber, thanks so much!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching my video.👍

[@AereForst]

Thanks. Exactly the video I needed because that’s the kind of faucet I have 👍🏻

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching my video! 👍

[@robertf1720]

Big fan of increasing the diameter to make something to unscrew. Great trick in a pinch.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. 👍

[@justincpa1]

Great I think I found my problem of leaking... Thank You !!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Good luck with your project. 👍

[@cyoung1293]

Thank you so much for this video!!! Your directions fixed my faucet and saved me lots of money!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. Glad it helped!

[@musoseven8218]

We've had ours go the same way, I knew roughly how they come apart, but it''s VERY helpful that you've led the way - thank you, takes away the mystery. A couple of times, with such leaks, our service guy often swaps the whole tap out free of charge, fits a new one - I've often pondered if he refurbishes them at his leisure, but as he's never charged us, is fairly priced for his other work, I've never questioned it. And your happy accident with the tape? Genius! I hope that works for me too!! Word of wisdom to the wise, we leave our tap (faucet) over the sink, especially at night, then any drips/excess drains away, down the sink/plug hole ;-)

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. Good story and nice tips are always welcome here. 👍

[@galschkolnik9035]

A super helpful and chill video, I love the vibes! I'm stuck now at the point of trying to get the handle off. The screw and its little washer are out, I can even unscrew that part you used the tape for, but I can't remove it, or the handle, they are somehow stuck 😭

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Sorry to hear that. Here are few ways you may try to unstuck. 1. Carefully pour hot water on it, then wear glove with good grip to try remove it. 2. The problem may also be caused by dirty or calcium buildup. For that you can use vinegar + salt to try spry or soak the area for some time to try to get it loose. 3. I have a video using super-cold liquid air to unstuck a fishing rod. In an extreme case, it may work too. Link of the video here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp69hWaBf8ygaMU Good luck

[@biggoofyjj]

Thank you! I fixed mine following your instructions

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. Glad it helped!

[@eaglerider94]

Great tutorial as I need to do this to mine.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks. Glad you like my video. Good luck with your project. 👍

[@1970vishal]

Good video. Helped me save some bucks, also would suggest using 10% vinegar to get the rust and debris off completely.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Great point! If you want slightly stronger acid, you can also add a little bit of salt with the vinegar to make it work better. 👍

[@tjam4229]

Instead of electrical tape to prevent marring of the finish, I just wrap a dish towel around nut. Much quicker, usually close-at-hand and works great :-) Thanks for the video!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thank you for watching my video.

[@yammy071]

Appreciate your video, at first I thought I fixed mine because I just twisted tissue paper where it was dripping and that seem to stop the leaking for 5 mi utes only (got rid of air) I will try your way Thanks

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Good luck with your repair! 👍

[@ngatech]

Thanks for the video, I just fixed mine.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Happy to know that you got your one fixed. Thanks for watching my video. 👍

[@iuliasimtion9619]

Worked perfectly. Problem fixed. Thank you

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. I am glad it helped.

[@JasminsBoss]

Thank you for this video.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video!👍

[@JasminsBoss]

@@HypergaugeDIY My faucet is over 10 years old I didn't even get pass the faucet screw stage. There must be so much calcium I can't even get the screw out.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

@@JasminsBoss If the problem is calcium deposit, I would suggest soaking the area with vinegar mixed with a small amount of table salt. That will help dessolve the calcium and hopefully get it loose for you. Good luck with your project! 👍

[@dls364]

Thank you sooooo much for the video! I followed your steps and now my faucet doesn't drip.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thank you for watching my video. Glad it helped!

[@robertwoodland9000]

Great job thanks!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching my video!.👍

[@BoloGrubb]

thank you, I this video to be very helpful

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Glad it was helpful! Good luck with your repair! 👍

[@beatweezl]

This was really greatly explained. Mine was almost exactly like yours. I was able to disassemble, clean, and reassemble as you did--twice-- but sadly, mine leaked even worse than before. I think I need a new one.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thank you for watching my video.

[@alimoini4718]

thank you very much . my faucet leaks from the base , how can replace the the whole faucet ?

[@HypergaugeDIY]

If I were you, I would disassemble the entire faucet to check the problem. It is not common for a leak directly from the base because there is really no moving parts there. If the leak is from a connector, it is possible to fix it with some Teflon tape. Good luck with your repair.

[@funnytiktoks746]

Very helpful ! Thank you 🙏 🙏🙏🙏

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thank you for watching my videos. I am glad it worked for you.

[@beatweezl]

Also, big tip here. Cover up your drain hole!!! When I popped out a metal washer that was holding in the mechanism, it was pretty tight so it popped out and almost landed in the drain. With my luck, I was really surprised it didn't.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Great point!. Definitely should cover up the drain hole.

[@PeterABryan]

Thank you, this helped!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Glad you have your faucet working again. 👍 Happy New Year!

[@shersinghusa]

Thank you. Hopefully your finger is ok?

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thank you. That was a freaky accident. My finger is all good now. 👍

[@paperaxes4192]

What music was used to make this video? It's very relaxing and it's been a hard couple weeks for me - I really, really like this music. I'd love to listen to it more if I could.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video! The music is Tupelo Train from KZbin free library. 👍

[@nabeelamin5052]

Thanks a lot...was very helpful

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. Most welcome!

[@evanriley-iw6cy]

Where can I find the replacement parts to this faucet ? The plastic on the inside compeltley broke apart

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Sorry to hear that. Unfortunately I don't think they sell any replacement parts. Changing the faucet is not that hard. This is the ro faucet with air gap amzn.to/3ZdlWuP Best luck with your project! 👍

[@pentiumlxf]

My faucet (bundled with Aquasana filter system) looks like this one. But I can't open up the cap covering the screw even with tools. Any tips?

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Instead of trying to open it with force and risk damaging the part, it is better to check the diagram to see what is holding it. Your manufacture should have the diagram available for free. Good luck with your repair!👍

[@AlainJacquot]

Thank you! Very helpful!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thank you for watching my video. Good luck with your project.

[@bluev3nom]

Thank you

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thank you for watching my video.

[@arifshah2028]

I have got to the bit where you get the handle off but I cannot get the handle off. It is too stiff, but your handle came off easliy

[@HypergaugeDIY]

After the screw is removed the handle should be simply slide out of the housing unless you have a different design. It is possible that you may have another lock down screw/bolt that is holding it. You may want to check the schematic of your faucet. Good luck with your project!

[@unfairtrout]

Thanks, this fixed mine.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thank you for watching my video. Glad it helped.

[@krithimanchi3258]

Where can I find the parts in the cartridge if anything is broken?

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. As I have mentioned in the video I was told they do not sell any replacement parts. I can't find any so far.

[@bobabuzz2009]

you are awesome!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video! Best luck with your projects.👍

[@lanael7278]

How to secure the base?

[@HypergaugeDIY]

If you look under the sink area, there should be a big washer/nut (maybe called another name...) You can use a wrench to turn and screw it up and it will secure the base down. Should be very straight forward. Good luck with your project.

[@chris77_]

Instead of electrical tape which leaves black goo, you can use scrap cardboard in the jaws of channel lock pliers to protect metal finishes.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

That may work, but black electrical tap usually does not leaves goo on surface especially stainless steel for short period of time. Duct tape on the other hand is not a good idea.

[@lajefaturadelratolinismo6792]

When i close the water it is way harder and tougher is it normal?

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. It is not normal. If this happened after putting everything back together there maybe something is not putting back in the right order. You should also note that the screw for the handle should be hand-tighten only. Good luck with your project.

[@ryanblair8066]

Nice job Hyperguage! Did you injure you finger while trying to repair the leak?!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. About my finger. 🤦‍♂️ I was helping my son practice taekwondo without sparring gear. He gave me a hard side kick which right on my finger and dislocated it... Anyway, always wear protective gears for practice. 👍

[@LifecoachDanV]

@@HypergaugeDIY ​ lol! That was my guess on the finger injury. I have my BB in TKD. Thank you for the great video. Do you have one that shows how to get up under sink to unscrew spigot from bottom? I hate working in those tight spots. Maybe there’s a special wrench? My plumber may not be avl.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

@@LifecoachDanVSorry I don't have a video for it. The special hex wrench normally comes with the set for the purpose. If you have misplaced it, you can find a similar one from your local hardware store or Amazon should have it. Do check if the size is for you. amzn.to/3dPOtmD

[@Calilovelina]

I recently bought a under the sink filter . I installed it myself but when I turn the water the tubes keep getting push out . Idk if there looses but I try righting them with a wrench. I finally got one end from the cold water the “ t” to tighten . But now the cable connecting to the faucet comes loose by water. Anything I could do ?

[@Calilovelina]

Tighten*

[@HypergaugeDIY]

I guess you may have a installation problem. Most hoses connection in the RO system use compression fitting. If your system use this type of connection, You will need to make sure the ferrules is installed correctly.

[@markcrimmins1879]

My little cap sat too deep to extract with fingernails, a screw driver, or even a sharp little knife, so I drilled a tiny hole in it. There might be a better way,?But at least it worked.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Thanks for watching my video. Other ideas to try is to use a little bit of WD40, or pour some hot water on it may help. I am happy that your faucet is working again.

[@crowwoods1]

I have the same problem. I used a tiny screw driver but it didn't budge. I'm going to try a utility knife next. Thanks for the idea!

[@doyouluvit]

good video but the music, ugh

[@HypergaugeDIY]

🙃Thanks for watching my video. 👍

[@andrewsmith6348]

This helped, thanks!

[@HypergaugeDIY]

Glad this is helpful. Thanks for watching my videos!👍