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Sink Drain Pop-Up Stopper Replacement

Introduction

A bathroom sink is used frequently, and over time, the pop-up stopper may become less effective at sealing the drain.

This guide shows how to replace the pop-up stopper in a bathroom sink. Installing a new stopper will help create a tight seal, allowing the sink to hold water and reducing the risk of items falling down the drain.

Before you begin, turn the shutoff valves beneath the sink clockwise to stop the water supply. Turn on the faucet to confirm that the water is off. If the valves are damaged or not working, turn off the main water supply instead.

What you need

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    • Place bucket directly under the sink below the pop-up assembly. Excess water may leak

    • The pivot rod that is inserted within a hole in the pop-up extension bar. Move the pop-up extension bar away from the pivot rod.

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  2. Sink Drain Pop-Up Stopper Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect the pivot rod from the center pop-up extension.

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    • Lift up the center pop-up rod on the faucet until it is detached. The extension rod will pull up with it.

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    • Below the sink is the pivot nut. Turn the pivot nut counterclockwise until it is completely loose and remove from the pivot rod.

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    • Pull the pivot rod out to expose the ball. Remove the whole pivot rod fixture.

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    • In the sink, the pop-up stopper will be loose.

    • Pull up on the pop-up stopper to separate it from the main pop-up assembly.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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