Removing a Franke Belfast monobloc tap

[AdrianDonlan]

Hi, I'm trying to remove the kitchen tap, it was installed around 2009. I can't seem to unscrew the connector, I've tried a variety of tools from a basin wrench to plumbers grips, access is tight but I can't move it. Can anyone give me any advice? I have called my plumber but he hasn't responded and its been a few days now and my wife wants it done.

 

[Deleted member 120897]

Try app some crack it spray, or other form of lubricant and leave it to sit for approx 30 minutes. You could always try to obtain a big box spanner, but if you can get the grips/wide adjustable in, then persevere with it.

 

[AdrianDonlan]

Try app some crack it spray, or other form of lubricant and leave it to sit for approx 30 minutes. You could always try to obtain a big box spanner, but if you can get the grips/wide adjustable in, then persevere with it.

I soaked it in wd40 yesterday. If it is just perseverance then I'll keep trying. Thanks

 

[Ricky]

as in previous threads a bit of heat sometimes is enough to break the scale.

 

[AdrianDonlan]

Hi all, I tried all sorts of things, from Freeze spray to penetrating oil but couldn't shift the nut. Eventually I applied enough force to remove the entire brass connector from the base of the tap. I then used a dremel to cut the connector. Really annoying and time consuming. I did try to speak to Franke but they were useless.

 

[Jeff carpenter]

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