FRANKE 1988040 45mm Tap Cartridge for JADE, EMERALD, TOPAZIO and ATMOSPHERE

Summary

FRANKE 1988040 45mm Tap Cartridge for JADE, EMERALD, TOPAZIO and ATMOSPHERE from the year 2000 and forward. The total length of the stem is 61mm.

Franke 1988040 Basic Plumbing Questions and Answers

Question: The tap is dripping from the handle. Will a replacement 1988040 Franke lever cartridge stop the dripping?

Answer: Yes, the Franke 1988040 can.

Question: How do I remove the handle to replace the 1988040 Franke cartridge?

Answer: It will depend on the tap model you have. The grub screw can be

• at the back of the lever handle (it can be exposed or hidden under a circular screw cap);
• or hidden under the red and blue indice.

Once you locate the screw, loosen it to separate the handle from the tap. Then use a spanner to remove the retaining nut and pull the Franke 1988040 cartridge out.

Question: I plan to replace the Franke 45mm tap cartridge myself. Can you give me some advice?

Answer: Yes, we can give you some basic tap repair tips.

1. Always turn off the tap’s hot and cold water supply.

2. Remember the order of the parts you remove. It has to be returned in reverse order.

3. Greasing the seals of the Franke 1988040 will protect it from early deterioration. Only silicone-based grease formulated for plumbing purposes must be used.

Please refer to the “Other Items” section below to see the fast-selling grease we carry.

4. The handle must be in the “on” position as you screw back the retaining screw. This will mitigate the pressure from the Franke tap cartridge bottom seals.

Question: I’ve removed the cartridge and the diameter is smaller than 45mm. Is it okay to use the Franke 1988040?

Answer: Unfortunately, the 1988040 Franke replacement valve is not suitable for the tap you have.

You can browse our Franke Spares Catalogue or message us and we will gladly find the spares you need. Here’s how you can reach our friendly spares experts:

• WhatsApp (07754 173340);
• Find a Spare Part free spares matching service.

Di Vapor is looking forward to serving your spares needs.

Messages received on the weekend will be attended to on Monday.

Question: I need the Franke 1988040 cartridge fast. Can you help me?

Answer: All purchases made on a weekday before 3 PM will be dispatched on the same day. And you can select next day delivery (for an additional fee) upon checkout.