Advice needed

[gwaithcoed]

I need to replace the tap washer but cannot remove the cap to get to the screw which holds the knob on .
The knob is loose on the splines but cannot get anything under the cap,even the thinist of tools to remove the cap
Any advice please
Alan

 

[gwaithcoed]

Here's the tap

 

[Spectric]

Is it a push fit or is it a screw in type ?

 

[Spectric]

Does not look screw in ! Have you tried a small screw driver to just prise it off nice and gently ?

 

[gwaithcoed]

Does not look screw in ! Have you tried a small screw driver to just prise it off nice and gently ?

Yes , also tried with old butter knife. I'm at my daughters 120 miles away from my workshop where I would have tried an old chisel and gentle tapping.
Alan

 

[TRITON]

I take it you mean the copper covered bit. And are you sure thats the part that comes off ? as usually tap turny bits are push on and come off as a whole.

Like drawing excaliber from the stone, get a good grip on the main part and try to pull it straight off

 

[Distinterior]

I think that gold top cover threads on to the chrome knob......I seem to remember fitting a brand new pair of similar taps back in the early 90's.....
Known as "Mixage" colour. Try gripping the chrome knob firmly and twist the gold top in the opposite direction....

 

[gwaithcoed]

The turny bit is loose on the spinesand rock back and forth so is definitely held on with screw. It's been 20 odd years since I installed the taps
Alan

 

[gwaithcoed]

I think that gold top cover threads on to the chrome knob......I seem to remember fitting a brand new pair of similar taps back in the early 90's.....
Known as "Mixage" colour. Try gripping the chrome knob firmly and twist the gold top in the opposite

Just tried that, also on the hot tap but without success
Alan

 

[Cabinetman]

I think the whole top is one piece too, don’t suppose there’s an Allen/grub screw which you get at underneath?

 

[gwaithcoed]

I think the whole top is one piece too, don’t suppose there’s an Allen/grub screw which you get at underneath?

Checked , but unfortunately no grub screw. Apparently my grandson has a plumber friend and he will ask him to come and have a look.

Thank you for your replies
Alan

 

[Stigmorgan]

It's amazing how much "stuff" builds up over the years making it harder to get stuff like this undone, do you have a Stanley or craft knife blade handy? Gently tapping the blade edge under the little lip of the cap should loosen it enough to start lifting, providing it is a push fit and not a screw. Some vinegar or lemon juice will help loosen any dirt build up too.

 

[gwaithcoed]

It's amazing how much "stuff" builds up over the years making it harder to get stuff like this undone, do you have a Stanley or craft knife blade handy? Gently tapping the blade edge under the little lip of the cap should loosen it enough to start lifting, providing it is a push fit and not a screw. Some vinegar or lemon juice will help loosen any dirt build up too.

Thanks will get some blades tomorrow and give it a go
Alan