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How to Fix a Sink Sprayer That Won't Spray

A weak or non-functioning sink sprayer is usually caused by mineral buildup in the sprayer head or a stuck diverter valve. Both fixes are simple.

White Vinegar
Dissolves mineral deposits that clog the sprayer head openings.
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Replacement Sprayer Head
If soaking doesn't restore flow, a universal replacement sprayer head solves it completely.
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1
Remove and Soak in Vinegar

Unscrew the sprayer head from the hose counterclockwise. Drop it into a bowl of undiluted white vinegar and let it soak for 30-60 minutes. Mineral deposits will dissolve and the spray holes will clear.

2
Reattach and Test

Rinse the sprayer head thoroughly and reattach it to the hose. Turn on the faucet and press the trigger. If the flow is restored, you're done.

3
Replace If Needed

If soaking doesn't restore adequate pressure, replace the sprayer head with a Danco universal sprayer head. If still no pressure, the diverter valve inside the faucet body may be stuck and needs cleaning or replacement.

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