Why is My Delta Touch Faucet Not Working?
There could be several reasons why your faucet isn’t working. If your faucet has sensitivity issues where there is intermittent or no operation, this can be due to several possible causes:
If you have a metal or granite sink, ensure proper insulation, isolation and confirm the faucet shank is clear of sink by minimum of 1/2″.Confirm the sensor and battery wires are separate by minimum of 2“.Confirm the sensor wire hook is tightly secured to mounting shank.Ensure batteries are good and in proper orientation.If using the Delta Faucet AC adapter, ensure the outlet is grounded and always on.
Will a Delta Touch Faucet Work Without Batteries?
When it is time to change batteries, the LED indicator light on the base of the faucet will start blinking red. If the batteries are not replaced in time, the faucet will still function with manual operation.
How Long Do Batteries Last in a Delta Touch Faucet?
Ordinary “AA” batteries will last up to two years with standard use. “C” batteries last up to 5 years.
How to Replace the Batteries in Your Delta Touch Faucet
To change the batteries in your Delta faucet, follow these instructions:
Locate the battery box under the sink and check all the batteries.If your batteries are dead, remove the old batteries and replace them with new ones. Some models have a red light on the battery box which turns on when the batteries need to be replaced.Open the battery box, remove old batteries, and insert new batteries. Check the alignment of the batteries according to the negative and positive poles.Then close the battery box and make sure it locks up properly.After you change the batteries and making sure they are correctly aligned, locate the reset button in the battery compartment or near it.Push the reset button to reset your faucet functions. After that, test the faucet and the LED light to ensure they are working properly.
Delta Touch Faucet Dripping: Causes and Fixes
If water is dripping from the spout of your tub/shower faucet, the leak could be cause by the hot or cold valve. To troubleshoot with the hot valve: If the drip persists, repeat the above steps on the cold valve.
If you have replaced the seats and springs and the problem continues, replace both stem assemblies.If all of the above has not fixed your leak, and your valve is more than 10 or 15 years old, it is possible that the actual faucet body may have developed a leak. If so, you need to replace your tub/shower valve with a new one.
How to Install a Delta Touch Faucet
Delta Touch Faucet Turns On by Itself: Causes & Fixes
If your faucet was manufactured before February 2009, the grounding clips may not be properly installed. Make sure they haven’t been bumped off with use and that they are in the proper place and secured with tape. Also check for proper grounding. Note that grounding is not required on faucets with Touch2O Technology manufactured after February 2009. If your Faucet does not have a green ground wire, it may not require grounding. The spout may be in electrical contact with the sink. Make sure the spout insulating components are in place. With Lavatory products it is required that the popup is changed to the supplied non conducive popup. Also ensure that spout sense wire and LED wire are not making intermittent contact with metal parts under the sink. If the problem persists, adhere LED wire, battery wire and spout sense wire to the back of the cabinet. Other troubleshooting instructions for this problem:
If the faucet activates when other appliances operate, replace the solenoid with the most recent version.Confirm the sensor wire hook is tightly secured to mounting shank.If using the Delta Faucet AC adapter, ensure the outlet is grounded.
How to Reset a Delta Touch Faucet
After you replace the batteries on your faucet and making sure they are correctly aligned, you need to locate the reset button. It is located on the battery compartment or near it. Push the reset button to reset your faucet. After that, test the faucet and the LED light to see if everything works properly. Some faucets don’t have the reset button. In that case, you just need to replace the batteries, making sure they are aligned properly. Push the reset button to reset your kitchen faucet functions. After that, test the faucet.
Delta Touch Faucet Maintenance Tips and Tricks
How to flush a new faucet
During the first few days you use your faucet, a small amount of debris may be flushed out of your pipe system. In addition, particles of solder copper chips, plumber’s tape and other installation materials can get caught up in aerators and showerheads. Occasionally, a chip might damage the valve seat that provides the watertight seal. The tips below will help you avoid problems. It is a good idea to follow these procedures each time the water has been turned off for repairs in your home. To flush a kitchen or lavatory faucet: To flush a tub/shower faucet: If the problem persists, flush the faucet and lines using the following instructions:
How to clean or maintain the finish on your faucet
Always blot dry any water from the faucet surface. Allowing water to evaporate on the surface can lead to build up of mineral deposits.Cleaning with a damp non-abrasive sponge and buffing it dry with a clean soft cloth should keep your product looking beautiful.To remove water spots, use warm water and a soft, damp cloth.Hard water stains may be removed using a 50/50 solution of white vinegar and water. Make sure you rinse the surface thoroughly with water afterward.
How to clean and/or remove mineral deposits from your shower head
On Touch-Clean shower heads, wipe the face of the shower head spray holes to loosen and break away deposits.For more difficult deposits on non-Touch Clean shower heads, soak the item in a 50/50 mixture of white vinegar and water. This solution will help remove any deposits while not harming the finish.How to remove mineral deposits from your aeratorRemove the aerator, soak it in vinegar overnight, then flash with water.For stubborn deposits, rub with a toothbrush.
Cleaning products to avoid
Avoid industrial cleaners and abrasive cleaners, such as those used for toilet bowls, green ScotchBrite heavy duty scrub sponges, Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Cleaner, and Lysol Basin Tub, Soft Scrub, and Tile Cleaner.Avoid products that state on the label that they remove tarnish and rust, and those containing hydrofluoric, hydrochloric, and/or phosphoric acids and caustic agents.Avoid harsh abrasives or polishes.Avoid bleach-based cleaners.
Delta Touch Kitchen Faucet Troubleshooting
Make sure you reinstall aerator to the spray head and screen in solenoid. Failure to reinstall these parts could damage internal parts.
If the faucet leaks from under handle or from spout outlet:Insert a small screwdriver into slot in button and remove.Loosen set screw inside of handle. Remove the handle,Remove the bonnet by rotating counterclockwise. Bonnet may be stiff due to O-ring, but should rotate by hand. Remove bonnet nut by rotating counterclockwise with a wrench.Remove cartridge by pulling directly back on stem.Replace cartridge and reassemble. Make sure the bonnet nut is securely tightened with a wrench.
LED Light Codes & Their Meaning
If the LED is:
Solenoid Troubleshooting (3 Red Light Flashes)
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Delta Bathroom Sink Faucet Low Flow Troubleshooting
If your bathroom sink faucet exhibits low flow, try the following troubleshooting steps:
