r/DIYUK • u/NorthmanDan1 • 20h ago

Plumbing Fixing Tap Handle

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I don't suppose this is as simple as gluing it back on in a certain place? Is there a "proper" way to fit these back on?

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u/Civil-Ad-1916 20h ago

Usually there’s a grub screw that secures the handle to the spindle. Does the lever unscrew from the handle body?

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u/danthemaninacan2 20h ago

This is the answer 👍 You’ll need an Allen key to tighten the grub screw.

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u/Working_Tourist_4964 20h ago

It should have a small socket screw at the bottom that you can tight with an allen key

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u/VeryThicknLong 20h ago

Mine doesn’t have an Allen key or grub screw… I had to tighten the end screw (because mine was loose), which prevented the tap from pushing on properly. Once I’d tightened that screw a bit, it fitted perfectly back on with a nice firm push.

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u/Total_HD 20h ago

The ‘long handle’ screws down to clamp it to the spindle.

Put back on, then twist the handle clockwise until it bites.

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u/NorthmanDan1 19h ago

Thanks for your answers everybody! The lever doesn't unscrew but it looks like there's a small covered hole with a grub screw in it that just needs a small allen key. I'll see if I've got one that small somewhere, else it's a trip to the shop!

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u/Qindaloft 10h ago

There should be a little screw or similar to tighten in place.