Description

Lamona Roya Swan Neck Tap Valve

This is a Genuine Spare Part you are buying here.

Difference between Genuine and Compatible ?

This post covers both types of mini valves that were (and are) used in the production of your Tap. and gives advice regarding tools to extract your valve. We currently stock both genuine San Marco / SMR valves .The Hot opens clockwise and the Cold opens anti-clockwise.

Do you need a special tool to remove your Valve ? : Check which Valve is in your own tap before removing in case you have the earlier 3308R version in your Tap. Its all covered, including pictures of both Valves, in our Guide here: Changing the SMR Mini Valve.which includes advice on how to remove either valve. No Brass Bush is required with this Tap Valve.   Here below is the 4013R Removal Tool Product if you have the earlier 3308R (SP3308) and want to order it. The 4013R Tool does NOT fit the 3794R (SP3794) with the six sided nut.  

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.

FAQ

• What size Allen Key do I need ? You need a 2.5mm sized allen key
• I am not sure which Valve I have in my Tap ? Simple way to find out is to remove your own handle and either email the pictures to us or compare to pictures here.  There is a white handle insert that is between the Handle itself and the screw as well but you still should be able to tell.  Remember, the earlier 3308R has two flat sides on the Nut. The later 3794R valve has six sides on the nut.  Turn off your Water first if you intend to remove the valve.
• Do I need a special Tool to remove the valve ? Some customers find it awkward removing the earlier 3308R Valve. We stock the 4013R Tool for this reason. The six sided valve 3794R can be removed using a 14mm size tool or an adjustable spanner. Don’t force anything because if you round off or damage the Nut on the valve it might make it impossible to remove.

DIY Guides

• Here is our Guide How to remove the Handle on your Kitchen Tap.
• This Blog post My Kitchen Tap is dripping should explain the most common causes (and parts required) to fix a dripping Kitchen Tap.

This is a Genuine Spare Part you are buying here.

Difference between Genuine and Compatible ?