It can not be said that this type of crane is a novelty. Even more: at the present time this type is beginning to develop in new directions. If earlier all tried to buy the most modern and slightly futuristic design, today many people pay attention to models under the antiquity with graceful bends and beautiful engravings. But no matter how sophisticated designers are, and we choose one of two kinds of single-lever mixers and the probable breakdowns are the same for them. We'll talk about this later.
What can be a single lever basin mixer?
There are two fundamentally different versions of the single-lever mixer:
- If there is a small metal ball in the casing of the crane, then this model is called "ball". It is not just a cast ball, it has three holes through which cold and hot water enter, and in the third hole we get a mixed jet of water. Actually it gave the name "mixer". The more we touch the holes in the ball with the seal, the thinner we get the jet. This design is thought out, and it rarely causes problems, therefore this type is considered to be more practical for frequent use of the crane.
- If in the design of a single-lever mixer we have two ceramic plates instead of a ball, such a tap is called "cartridge". In this case, the upper part of the cartridge serves as a mixer, and in the bottom there are three holes that give us a flow of water of the right temperature. But if a small dirt from the sewer gets inside, it will damage the silicone grease, which gives a smooth rotation of the lever, and this will cause the crane to become unusable. Therefore, this model can be called capricious, because for its use is often recommended to install filters.
Single lever mixer and features of its operation
Most often we have to deal with a kitchen single lever mixer, and we use it more often than a mixer in the bathroom, so it's nice to find out before buying about the shortcomings of each kind. For example, a spherical type is considered a weak point rubber seal. About once every two years, he is advised to replace, so that there are no blockages or breakages. If you live in a city with very poor quality of water or plan to install it in a country house, it is worthwhile to think about buying a filter.
As for the cartridge type, the temperature settings are considered dangerous moments here. Fortunately, this applies only to cheap models of single lever basin mixer. In this design, the adjustment angle is small, and this does not smoothly and accurately adjust the water jet. Therefore, it is worthwhile to think about buying a single lever mixer for a washbasin with discs from proven manufacturers.
How should one handle a single lever washbasin mixer so that its service life lasts as long as possible and that can cause a breakdown:
- First, it is necessary to get used to accurate and smooth actions from the beginning, after all preservation is one of the simplest preventive measures;
- in a timely manner, change the discs or rubber seal, as these parts must wear out, and under the condition of regular replacement, the crane will last longer;
- and finally, pay attention to the water in your home, whatever one may say, and its quality can cause premature wear and tear of any technique that works with water from the tap to the iron (if such a problem is really threatened with permanent breakdowns, it makes sense to fork over a water purifier) .
As you can see, a single-lever mixer for a washbasin will require some care in handling, but it will last much longer in such conditions.