Description

Franke Bern Tap Valve

Replace if your Tap is dripping from the Spout.

Here is our Guide: Changing the SMR Mini Valve.

You will need a 2.5mm allen key to remove the handle.

In recent installation guides this valve 3308R (133.0150.219 Cold /130.0120.220 Hot) is called 3794R (133.0358.053 Hot /133.0358.055 Cold).
It is the same valve.

• Measurements: Splines: 28 / Nut Height: 9mm

Please note that earlier installation guides used the letter R at the end of the part code, and later installation guides used the letters SP at the start of the part code.  i.e. 3794R = SP3794 and 3308R = SP3308.

Please Note: Some customers find it difficult to remove the earlier SP3308 Valve (133.0150.219 Cold /130.0120.220 Hot) which has 2 flat sides on the nut.  You can buy a special tool from the Franke Bern Manufacturer to remove it here.

The Hot and Cold Valve are not interchangeable as one opens clockwise and the other opens anti-clockwise.

Recently we have noticed that the new valve is a little stiffer to push the handle onto. We have reported this back to the manufacturer but they assure us that there have been no changes of any consequence and it is just to do with the tolerance on the machining of the valves. If this does occur just ensure that your own handle is clear inside of any residual debris and that you push the handle on and off the new valve a few times to loosen the splines slightly. You won’t damage your handle.

Tightening your valve: We would also recommend that you do NOT over-tighten this valve. As a rule of thumb, tighten as far as physically possible by hand, and then tighten 1/4 turn with an adjustable spanner.

This is a Genuine Spare Part from the original Tap Manufacturer of your Tap.

• Genuine = Proper fit, tested by the Manufacturer
• Compatible = Not made by your Tap’s brand. May not fit or last.

We’ve seen compatible parts cause leaks or damage. Choosing genuine parts protects your tap and warranty.