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Howdens Lamona HI Tech Tap dripping

If your Howdens Lamona HI Tech Tap dripping its usually the valve or the o rings (at the base of the spout) that need replacing

There are several versions of this tap – some with 20 spline valves, some with 24 splines and the Howdens Hi- Tech Chrome Tap3407 Tap has 28 splines. If you are sure that you have the Hi-Tech model e.g. have documentation, then skip down to the advice about the 28 spline valve and which 28 spline valve to order depending on age of your own tap. The handle is distinctive i.e. the top of each handle looks like a wing detail. Other ‘similar’ handles with 20 splines, the handle is different. This is a subtle difference and one that would not be instantly apparent to someone unused to looking at various Tap models.

Close up of Hi Tech Handle Chrome Showing Handle Wing Tip Design

If you are unsure as to the model, then We would advise that you remove your own handle and check which you have before ordering. Or remove handle and send us a picture and we will advise.
This guide 7 easy steps to change your valve will assist you in removing the handle. Its not hard at all.
If your Tap has 20 splines please take a look at the valves here. Skip down to the section on 28 spline valves if that is what your own Tap has and if unsure, email us pictures and we can assist you sales@tapsandsinksonline.co.uk

For a 20 spline Valve

If your Tap Valve looks like the 3547R 28 Spline Valve here below (but read all the information please before ordering in case you need to order the two threaded 4276R version of this Valve) :

 

SMR 3547R Valve , Hot shown here.

3547R valve inside 3408R Bush

If you have the Hi-Tech Tap which has a 28 spline valve:
Please note that the original 3547R Valve has been discontinued and the replacement 3547R has a flatter seal (from 2015 onwards).
Where your Valve is stamped 2014 or earlier: Please select the Valve 4276R, which is a two threaded Valve and while it might look different than your own one threaded valve, it is the Valve that you need because it has a larger white seal underneath and will work the same as the discontinued valve that is in your Tap.
Where your Valve is stamped 2015 or later: You can select either the 4276R with two threads (which comes with the larger white seal) OR the 3547R one threaded valve which is the same valve that is in your Tap.

Please note that rarely, a customer, when fitting the 4276R valve with white seal underneath, reports a slight gap between handle and body of the tap. This is due to the larger white seal. This seal will flatten with use. If you wish to buy the 3547R and your tap continues to drip, we will not replace under 1 year warranty if your Tap is 2014 or older. Please retain your old valve as proof of age of your own Tap. The valve will have a date stamped on it.

Here is our Guide 7 Easy Steps to replace Kitchen Tap Valve.

Measurements 4276R (3561R)
Overall height: 53mm
Nut Height: 8mm
Diameter at thread: 21mm
Splines: 28
Height of Splines: 10mm

SMR 4276R Valve Cold

Measurements 3547R
Overall height: 53mm
Nut Height: 6mm
Diameter at thread: 21mm
Splines: 28
Height of Splines: 11mm

SMR 3547R Valve , Hot shown here.

 

3547R valve with 3408R bush (36mm) and 3409R (30mm diameter)

This is a Genuine Spare Part you are buying here.

Difference between Genuine and Compatible ?

Genuine Howdens Hi-Tech Chrome Tap3497 Spare parts available here
We also advise on what part is needed to save you time & money, even for older models. By fixing your Howdens Tap with Genuine Howdens Hi-Tech Chrome Tap3497 Parts you prolong the life of your Howden quality product.

So many Howdens Models & Discontinued Taps – Don’t worry, We are here to help you
If you don’t see the Howdens model or part that you require on our website please email us as we have Howdens Tap Spares available that are yet online.

All the Parts you need available here

We sell from the smallest Grub screw, to Valves, Cartridges, O Ring Kits, Spouts & Handles. When you purchase Howdens Tap Spares from us you can email us after you have bought it for further advice. Troubleshooting guides and DIY guides to fit all the Howden Tap Spares are linked to the parts online. We also have a Help Section Helpful Tips for the most common queries.

After Sales Service

Our Sales Team is available for excellent after sales service. We have been supplying Kitchen Taps for over 30 years and accordingly can troubleshoot any issue with a Kitchen Tap. The most effective way to maintain your Kitchen Tap is to fix any issue as it arises. If you ignore a drip it can effect the inner workings of your Tap. It might result in the drip being beyond repair. Often Plumbers advise to replace the Tap. They do this because customers purchase the wrong part or the exact part is hard to source. But not if you contact us. If you contact us before buying, we will advise you on the correct part for your Tap. That way, if you are calling in a Plumber to fix your Tap, all the correct parts will be there for the Plumber to fix your Tap.

DIY Guides

If you wish to fix the Tap yourself we provide DIY Guides on all our Howden Tap Spares to assist you.