Description
Franke Filterflow Corinthian Tap Bush Valve 3868R
Measurements of 3868R Brass Bush
- Outside Diameter: 29mm
- Inside Diameter: 19mm
- Viewed Height on Tap: 14mm
- Overall Height: 20mm
The Franke Filterflow Corinthian Tap Bush Valve 3868R might be required if fitting new valve and the existing Valve 1212R can not be separated from the old valve that is being replaced. If you can remove the existing valve without removing the brass bush then you might not require this spare part, or if the leak stops just by replacing the Valve, then you can return the Brass bush for a refund.
For convenience, here below is the Valve information that we note on the Valve part, so that you can ensure that you have the correct Tap (before you buy) and that you understand how the bush and valve work.
Franke Corinthian Filterflow Tap Valve 3984R (1212R)
Some earlier versions of this Installation guide might specifiy 1427R valve, 28 splines, but we believe that this is an error in the guide.
However, if you have Corinthian dating back to very early stages of production i.e from c. 2011 (and you are sure it is the Filterflow version i.e the letters F / H and C are on your levers rather than coloured indicators) you can always easily remove your own handle to check before buying.
There is a guide below that gives detailed instructions and diagram.
Here are the instructions again
- 1. You will need to unscrew the indicator by unscrewing
it anticlockwise.
2. You can then unscrew the handle retaining
screw by using a cross head screwdriver.
3. Once the handle is removed, you can unscrew the valve cover by
unscrewing it anticlockwise.
4. You will then be able to unscrew the cartridge by using an adjustable spanner.
If you have coloured indicators on your levers then you have the Corinthian Triflow Tap which takes a different valve which can be found here.
1427R measurements
Nut Height: 8, Splines: 28, Overall height: 53mm, Diameter at thread: 21mm
1427R Valve in Tap with Handle Removed. Wide Part is Bush surrounding Valve that may or may not come out stuck to the valve.
1212R / 3984R measurements:
Height 50mm / Diameter at thread 21mm / Splines 20 / Nut Height 8mm
Showing 20 spline valve with two threads in situ in a Tap
For the Filterflow Tap, even Later installation guides specify 3984R / SP3984 Valve that comes with red / blue seal. This would have same measurements as the 1212R. We supply the earlier original valve 1212r with white seal as this then covers earlier to later production of this Tap. The hot valve opens clockwise. The Cold valve opens anticlockwise.
The Corinthian Triflow also takes a 20 spline valve but do not confuse this with the 20 spline valve version here. The Triflow has coloured indicators on the top of the handles whereas the Filterflow Tap has Letters H / C / F on the handles.
Franke Corinthian Triflow Close Up Handle Detail – Discontinued 2011
1212R Valve Blueprint
Also, sometimes the valve and bush come out stuck together (the bush is the wide brass part). If you cannot remove your own bush to reuse, then you will need to order this as well.
This is a Genuine Spare Part you are buying here.
Difference between Genuine and Compatible ?
To maintain your warranty and the longevity of your Tap you should replace any parts with only Genuine Spare Parts. "Genuine" means that it is coming from the manufacturer of your own Tap. You might see the word 'Compatible' used on other websites. You might even see same Part Code BUT "Compatible" means that it does NOT come from your own Tap manufacturer. Genuine Tap Parts means that the Parts have been tried and tested in your Tap model. It also guarantees that it will fit your own Tap correctly (provided that you have selected the correct replacement Part). We have had customers who fitted compatible parts in their taps and damaged other connecting parts in the process. It can work out more costly in the end to use Compatible parts.
Detailed Shipping / Returns information can be found here.
In Brief:
- Small items only by Post: £3.50 Can take currently up 7-10 working days.
- Courier Delivery DPD Track & Trace: £5.50 Usually takes c. 2-3 working days.
- BREXIT: No additional charges on delivery once your Order before shipping charges is less than £135.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. With 30 years experience in supplying sinks and taps, and the accompanying spare parts to the UK market, we consider ourselves to be experts in this field. Any queries received will be answered as quickly as we possibly can in as clear a manner as possible.
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