How do you remove the scald from a Delta shower faucet?

Look for the set screw opening along the side of the faucet handle. Grasp the sleeve around the faucet cartridge and pull it off the faucet to expose the cartridge body. Pull the small plastic disk off the Delta faucet stem to expose the scald guard.

How do you turn on a Delta shower faucet?

The mixing unit in the Delta shower faucet starts with cold and then adds hot water. Let the water run for about two minutes. Then turn the faucet control clockwise to the hottest position for one minute. Place a thermometer in a plastic cup and fill it with the hot water.

Is the Delta shower valve getting hot enough?

I had 2 new Delta Shower Valves installed by my plumber and the darn things would to get hot enough. Yes there was plenty of hot water available in nearby faucets.

What’s the name of the Delta shower cartridge?

Discussion in ‘ Plumbing Forum, Professional & DIY Advice ‘ started by Seattle, Feb 3, 2014 . I installed a new shower in the upstairs bathroom. The cartridge is a Delta RP46074 for a Delta MultiChoice valve. When I turned on both hot/cold supply lines, there was plenty of cold pressure at the shower head but only a trickle of hot water.

How do you mix hot and cold water in a Delta shower?

Turn the water on in the shower and let it mix the hot and cold water together. The mixing unit in the Delta shower faucet starts with cold and then adds hot water. Let the water run for about two minutes.

I had 2 new Delta Shower Valves installed by my plumber and the darn things would to get hot enough. Yes there was plenty of hot water available in nearby faucets.