can aerator be removed-can't budge mine !
1601538
Aerator: Yes it has threads and can be removed. However time and mineral deposits act as "glue" to seal the threads. You must apply a penetrating solvent like PB Blaster a couple of times over a few days and even then you won't get it off without damaging the finish on the aerator. Also, be sure you are turning it in the clockwise direction as it is upside down so "righty tighty lefty loosy" doesn't apply. My practice for any faucet, and suggest you do this for the replacement aerator, is to always apply plumber's grease to the threads and rubber gasket, even on a new faucet. Then, when time comes to remove/clean a clogged aerator it will come apart without tears and without ruining the chrome. Aerator: Yes it has threads and can be removed. However time and mineral deposits act as "glue" to seal the threads. You must apply a penetrating solvent like PB Blaster a couple of times over a few days and even then you won't get it off without damaging the finish on the aerator. Also, be sure you are turning it in the clockwise direction as it is upside down so "righty tighty lefty loosy" doesn't apply. My practice for any faucet, and suggest you do this for the replacement aerator, is to always apply plumber's grease to the threads and rubber gasket, even on a new... » Read More Aerator: Yes it has threads and can be removed. However time and mineral deposits act as "glue" to seal the threads. You must apply a penetrating solvent like PB Blaster a couple of times over a few days and even then you won't get it off without damaging the finish on the aerator. Also, be sure you are turning it in the clockwise direction as it is upside down so "righty tighty lefty loosy" doesn't apply. My practice for any faucet, and suggest you do this for the replacement aerator, is to always apply plumber's grease to the threads and rubber gasket, even on a new faucet. Then, when time comes to remove/clean a clogged aerator it will come apart without tears and without ruining the chrome. « Show Less
1601539
Try a piece of rubber such as an old inner tube from a bike tire to wrap and protect the finish before loosening it with a pair of channel locks. Don't squeeze the channel locks any tighter than necessary to get it to move. Counter clock wise of course!
1601540
Ed, Yes, the aerator is designed to be removed. Mine comes off easily. You might have to try a tool to remove it being very careful to avoid damaging the finish.
1601541
Yes, the aerator can be removed. I had difficulty with this also and didn't want to damage it by grabbing it directly with pliers or something. The way I finally got it off was to cut a strip of plastic from a milk jug and then wrapped it around the aerator (similar to what Texas Ted suggests). Next, I used a vise-grip and snugged it down on the plastic just enough to create friction but not enough to crush the aerator. This worked like a champ and the aerator came off without damage. I notice now that it's very tight again although I only put it back on finger tight so I guess I'll have to use this trick again the next time I want to take it off. Yes, the aerator can be removed. I had difficulty with this also and didn't want to damage it by grabbing it directly with pliers or something. The way I finally got it off was to cut a strip of plastic from a milk jug and then wrapped it around the aerator (similar to what Texas Ted suggests). Next, I used a vise-grip and snugged it down on the plastic just enough to create friction but not enough to crush the aerator. This worked like a champ and the aerator came off without damage. I notice now that it's very tight again although I only put it back on finger tight so I guess I'll have to... » Read More Yes, the aerator can be removed. I had difficulty with this also and didn't want to damage it by grabbing it directly with pliers or something. The way I finally got it off was to cut a strip of plastic from a milk jug and then wrapped it around the aerator (similar to what Texas Ted suggests). Next, I used a vise-grip and snugged it down on the plastic just enough to create friction but not enough to crush the aerator. This worked like a champ and the aerator came off without damage. I notice now that it's very tight again although I only put it back on finger tight so I guess I'll have to use this trick again the next time I want to take it off. « Show Less
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Sounds like its defective, ours is tight (it was to be for waterproofing) but not unreasonably hard to get off. Perhaps try a pair of pliers?
1411198
the end is call an aerator and is removable. The aerator has female threads.
1473937
I've tried pliers and even a hammer and it still won't budge. If it is not on tight, then it leaks. But as it is nearly impossible to remove, am tossing out the unit today and have canceled my subscription for the filters.
129714
I've never tried to remove mine cus I love it so much, but the instructions suggest u use rubbing alcohol on it and it should come off easily. Hope that helps
262678
There is an aerator that screws off. I bought it for my parents and attached a water filter to threads.
957299
The aerator is removable. The aerator is threaded into the faucet opening. Remember, when taking the aerator out, right tight, left loose. Right clock wise, Left counter clock wise
451399
I can't get mine out either. I will try what you said and see if I can get it out. Thanks!
2110065
just unscrew the nozzle from the bottle. It may not go back on once you remove it.
1510482
no, it's not. you can only remove the plastic tray which is under the grate
894523
I haven't had any reason to try to get into mine, but just from looking I would say that getting this apart will be quite a chore. I am almost certain that it will no longer be water-tight once this is done.
1445561
I used some pliers. They are very tight. I had to tare off a chunk of it and keep pulling on it until it finally came off. Good luck.
1740164
There are pins that keep rods intact. the pins cannot be removed. Allows rods to drain without falling through
1596905
Follow up reply based on one of the comments that I see.... I think the removable aerator will fit in any faucet. I have a designer faucet with a wider than average faucet head. This low flow aerator swapped in just fine. I'm guessing the designers conform to standard parts like this so they don't have to design them.. ???
101254
Even if it fit the faucet (it fit mine), it might be a pain to switch out the aerator with the one needed for the QuickBreeze to attach to. It took me a long time to get mine so it wouldn't leak. Also, the aerator at the hotel might be "frozen" to the faucet with mineral deposits, making a tool necessary to get it off. Would not recommend taking it with you.
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Am so sorry I cannot answer your question. I bought this as a gift for my son. Guessing you have kind of a vapor lock. Maybe put a very thin knife in and try to release the pressure that has built up. Know I need to do that when I open goods I have canned. Good luck.
1595830
To y knowledge it can not be taken off. I just tried and couldn's remove it.Ask the manufacturer.