Gander for the mixer - everything you need to know about
Experts call this element of a design a pipe of an outflow, and it carries out function of the direction of a stream of water to the right place and its dispersion for receiving more uniform stream. If earlier products of this type were monotonous, then nowadays even a gander for a 50 cm mixer can be found, this option is used where the bath and the sink are located nearby.
We consider the main features of the design, as well as understand how to eliminate the main types of faults that may arise during operation.
Main design features
In the market you can find a huge number of options that can vary significantly in their characteristics and method of execution. Consider the most important differences:
| At the place of attachment | There are two options, the first of which is to mount directly on the sink or sink, used for small structures, and the second is to install on the wall, most often this solution is used in bathrooms. Naturally, the option of communications routing depends on the location, so consider this factor in advance. |
| By type of spout | Often in the kitchens and bathrooms are used the usual stationary options. But more and more often, customers choose a kitchen structure with a sliding watering can; with it, washing dishes and vegetables with fruits becomes much more convenient, but the price of such products differs from standard ones very much |
| To destination | There are three main options, the first of which is products specifically designed for use in the kitchen, the second for use in bathrooms, and the third for sinks. Each of them has its own design features, so it is important to know at least the approximate parameters of the installed plumbing |
| By water supply | The first option - the nodes with the lower location of the water supply, the second - from the top. Simply put, the gander can be mounted on top or bottom of the mixer, the first type is implemented in the structures installed on the sinks, the second - in wall systems |
| According to the shape of the element | Spouts can be of various forms, so you can choose the optimal solution for almost any design. Each of the options has its pros and cons, so you need to choose a specific solution only after consulting with a specialist. |
| To size | Another very important parameter that should be considered, especially if you do all the work with your own hands. There are four main groups: short, used in small-sized sinks, medium-sized, used in larger sinks and sinks, long, installed in baths, and extra long for use in several containers |
Note! Take into account not only the length of the gander, but also its height, especially when installed in sinks in the kitchen. It is much more convenient to wash dishes under a high spout, but too high a height causes the formation of splashes, which is also undesirable.
Recommendations for selection and repair
It should be immediately noted that if you equip a shower cabin, then the best solution would be a mixer without a goose, this option includes an adjustment handle and a hose with rain.
If you need a classic version, you will have to choose from a huge number of models. Let us consider what should be the focus.
Criterias of choice
In order to get the best option, you should consider a few important points:
- Assembly and installation instructions should be in Russian. This indicates that the equipment is intended for conditions of use in our country and imported legally, with a check for compliance with quality. The documentation should not contain errors, all schemes must be accurate and understandable.
- The second important nuance is the installation site of the structure. As noted above, the height of the spout, the radius of its spraying, and the possibility of using it on 2 sinks are important for kitchen sinks (in this case, an excellent solution is a variant with a retractable spout). For bathrooms, the presence of rain, the length of the gander and the features of adjustment are important.
- For ease of use it is best to purchase products with a swiveling gander, they provide excellent functionality and practicality.. For small sinks, a fixed design will also be suitable, since there is no point in turning systems.
- A very important factor is the material of manufacture, the strength and durability of the product directly depends on it.. The best solution can be called brass with chrome plating, this option has a high strength and durability. It is not necessary to purchase products from powder alloys, due to the small strength of the situation when the gander broke at the mixer is not uncommon.
Tip! It is best to purchase products of well-known brands, the quality and reliability of which is confirmed by customer and professional reviews. As a rule, the best products are made in Europe, in particular Italy and Germany, but other manufacturers produce reliable components, but it is better to choose premium-line products.
- You should also pay attention to the quality of the protective layer and its type. This is important not only from the aesthetic, but also from the practical point of rhenium, because the care of different types of coatings may differ significantly.
Trouble-shooting
If the mixer flows from under the gander, then first of all it is necessary to disassemble the system for inspection.
Consider how to disassemble the gander mixer:
- For classic models, first of all, it is necessary to unscrew the gander fastening nut. This element is present in both the upper and lower spout layout. First of all try to do it with your hands, and if it does not work, use the plumbing key, the main thing is to do everything carefully so as not to scratch the surface.
- After removal, two rubber sealing rings are inspected first and foremost, it is because of them that the gander of the faucet most often flows in the bathroom and in the kitchen. They can be purchased at any plumbing store.
- If the rings are normal, inspect the plastic washer, it may wear out, causing water to leak, and it must also be replaced.
- But sometimes a leak is formed due to corrosion on the internal elements or the occurrence of cracks on the spout. In this case, the only solution to the problem is to replace the mixer tap - you can turn off the tap in the bathroom and use the rain, but in the kitchen, until you replace the knot, you cannot use water.
In leverage systems, the work is carried out somewhat differently:
- First, the handle is removed, for this unscrew the locking screw.
- Next, unscrew the washer and unscrew the cartridge, after which you can remove the gander.
- On the inner side of the element there are two sealing rings, and they should be examined. If the rings are fine, but there are signs of corrosion on the inside, the element must be replaced. Reassemble in the reverse order.
Conclusion
You should not think that the spout is sold only in a set with a mixer, in case of need it can be purchased and separately and replaced without any help. Some important nuances on this issue, which should also be known, will tell the video in this article.