PREPARATION
• Close the drain so that you don’t lose any parts of the aerator.
• If the faucet is old or you can see built-up mineral deposits around the aerator, spray the aerator with penetrating oil and let it soak in for about 15 minutes to make the unscrewing easier.
• Wrap the plier jaws with masking tape to prevent damage to the faucet.
HOW TO
1. With the pliers, unscrew the aerator.
2. Brush out the screen. Depending on the aerator, there may be more than one screen with accompanying rings. Carefully pull them apart and brush out the particles. Also brush out any buildup around the outside of the aerator. Soaking it in vinegar may help, but do not let it sit for too long as the vinegar could mar the finish.
3. Run the water without the aerator in place to flush out mineral deposits—you may be surprised at what comes out. (See how the water goes chug-a-lug without the aerator in place?)
4. Reassemble the aerator and screw it back to the faucet. Snug it tight with the pliers.
Restricted-Flow Washing Machine
This same type of aerator clog happens to your washer. If you notice that the water is fl owing into your washer with very low pressure, follow the preceding steps, with a few modifications: First, shut off the water to the washer from the shut-off valves. Unscrew the hoses and brush out the screens—you’ll be amazed
at how much debris has built-up from your water!
Faucet Aerator Maintenance Part 1
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