Solenoid valve replacement
Seems to me you have to do a lot of disconnecting including remove the valve above it, quite apart from replacing the bottom olive (not that I've a clue exactly what that is) - i.e. in short not a 10 minute job for the average handyman.
Do you have more detailed instructions for doing this, or is it assumed that everyone who buys parts is a professional plumber? (I'm just a little frustrated at starting what I thought was a simple job and finding I now need to put things back - hopefully without serious leaks!).
Thanks
The reviewers are most definitely not all plumbers!
This Video is a general guide to replacing any component inside an electric shower and may help.
However if you start to feel that the job is beyond your skill levelthen that is the time to call in a professional.
Below is a note that I use as a reply when people ask me if I think they can carry out a repair themselves.
I am often asked “Is this a DIY job” to be honest I can’t answer that, because without knowing someone, it isn’t possible to assess their skills?
I should say that most jobs on showers although relatively easy (from my point of view) can be fiddly and an extra pair of hands, long thin fingers and the strength in your hands of an all in wrestler are a help!
The secret is, observing very carefully when thing are taken to bits, their order and orientation, taking notes and/or photos as you go can also be a help.
When you are working with electricity and water so make sure it is switched off and turned off before you start.
If you think you can do the job but aren’t just that confident, it may help to buy the part and compare it to the faulty part, you will then be able to see where the screws, wires, nuts, or washers etc. go, if then you think it is to complicated, at least you will have the part when the plumber or electrician arrives.
We will always be here to offer help and advice if you run into a problem, however it is not the same as being on site where we can get the overall picture, if you are still not sure, now is the time to call in a professional.
Answered 10 years ago by The Shower Doctor
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