Delta Faucet RP53880AR Pilar Spray, Hose and Diverter Assembly, Arctic Stainless

It had been nine years since the last time I used my Delta side spray. Nevertheless, it had shortcomings. The only issue I had was that the spray release was always stuck in the open position when To get it unstuck, I cleaned it with white vinegar, but it did not work. As a result, I had to remind myself to bring the tap release back to the "close" position or else there would be water jets spraying all over the kitchen and myself at the next turn of the faucet. I had a recent problem with water trickling down the hose and pooling under the sink because of the side spray head. It was at that point that the unit broke and needed to be replaced. I was going to replace the Delta with a generic side spray, but it looked cheap and I didn't like its water pressure as much as the Delta's. I was surprised to find an OEM Delta side spray that was compatible with the Delta side spray I already owned (Discontinued part) I was afraid I had a dinosaur on my hands. As I expected, the replacement was not as simple as I had I was not prepared for how much brute strength I would need to separate the existing hose nipple from the diverter to install the replacement. In order to get it out, I had to use a flat head screwdriver. It's a good thing I didn't cause too much damage to the plastic connection, but it still has some pry marks. In retrospect, I should have just unscrewed the old Delta side spray head from the existing hose and replaced it with the new one (a possibility if the existing hose is still in good shape). When you do it this way, you don't have to worry about damaging the plastic hose nipple or diverter trying to disconnect and reconnect. Together they form a network. If I had damaged them, I still dread to think what would have happened. This spray head attaches to the Delta base by simply screwing on and off. You can use plumbing tape on the screw thread to avoid leaks if you do it this way. In closing, it is hoped that you kept the original Delta faucet installation instructions because the replacement kit does NOT come with For the spray hose nozzle to be inserted, the diverter clip must be pulled out (but NOT completely removed). It might be worthwhile to contact Delta for written instructions / diagrams, or search the Internet for them if you do not have the original instructions.

David Owen

| Mar 10, 2021

This hand sprayer appears to be a piece of crap and only lasts a year or two, based on my personal experience and the experiences of many people on the web. In our case, this means a minimum usage of ten hours per week. As a result of Delta's indifference toward its customers, they make you buy both the hand sprayer and hose together at a higher price than just the defective sprayer on its own. It won't be a Delta faucet when the next one needs to be replaced.

Brodie Craig

| May 01, 2021

It seemed as though the sprayer control got stuck on the turn A perfect replacement, this faucet match was a perfect replacement, and it works well. The best part is that I can now use the sprayer as it is intended without getting sprayed myself and the vicinity!.

Iris ALLAN

| Nov 19, 2020

The original sprayer lasted about two and a half years before it began to leak. The Delta sprayer I was looking for was not available locally. Amazon provided it for me, which was a great help. The unit is a sealed one, so it cannot be repaired when it fails To replace it, all you need to do is buy a new one. The product retails for close to $40 dollars, which isn't a cheap price. It's also a Delta product, so I expected it to last a long time. The overall impression I have of this Delta faucet is not good.

Adelaide Sanders

| Aug 02, 2020

One of the Delta Bellini models I had was the stainless steel one This handle mounts on the deck in a high position The sprayer that came with the arc kitchen faucet used to stick, and eventually stayed stuck in spray mode after years of use. It is a replacement that I saw. Exactly how I wanted it to match with my existing faucet, handle, and soap dispenser. Simple threading of the sprayer allows it to be removed from the hose. attached it to my existing hose system using only screws. that I have a sprayer again, I feel much better. As a precautionary measure, I am keeping the new hose just in case the old one breaks down (in other words). This is a great product. I recommend it.

Judith Winter

| Jan 14, 2021

The side spray of a Delta Pilar Waterfall bar faucet is a great addition to the bar faucet, which I turned into a side spray using this sprayer. The Pilar Faucet has a built-in diverter that can easily be connected to this product. It is strong in its looks beautiful when it is clean, but it does show water spots very easily. Metal is not used for making this sprayer, it is made of stainless steel colored plastic.

Lucia SLATER

| Mar 28, 2021

I came across this replacement faucet after my husband had searched at Home Depot and Lowes looking for the perfect replacement for our Delta faucet. The new device works perfectly. It's easy to install and it means you will no longer get sprayed in the face from the old one.

Margaret Bowers

| Sep 01, 2020

For the first time, I forgot it was a replacement and thought it was loose. It was so flexible and easy to maneuver that I forgot it was a replacement. It is a good product.

Brixton Li

| Apr 20, 2021