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Franke Olympus Tap Valve – What You Need to Know

The Franke Olympus Tap was manufactured from approximately October 2002 to March 2019 before being replaced by the Franke Krios. During this time, the internal valve changed several times — and so did the challenges of replacing it. Here’s what you need to know before ordering a new valve for your Olympus Tap.

Why We Supply Valve 4276R

The valve we supply for all Franke Olympus models is code 4276R. This genuine part comes directly from the same manufacturer that supplied Franke during the Olympus tap’s production run.

Earlier versions were labelled S1022 / S1023 or 1427R and often had a white seal underneath. In later years, the valve changed again to 3561R/SP3561. The 4276R valve we supply includes a thicker base seal (currently black or white), making it compatible with all years of Olympus production.

How to Tell the Hot and Cold Valves Apart

• Hot Valve: Opens clockwise and has small notches on the brass nut
• Cold Valve: Opens anti-clockwise with no notches on the nut

Other Franke Olympus Tap Models Using This Valve

The 4276R valve is used in all of the following Olympus taps:

• Franke Olympus Tap (2002–2019)
• Franke Olympus Spring Tap
• Franke Olympus G
• Franke Olympus S
• Franke Olympus Side Spray
• Franke FilterFlow Olympus
  Note: the earlier Triflow Olympus takes different valves.

Not sure if your tap is an Olympus? Use our Franke Tap Identification Guide to check before ordering.

What If the Valve Looks Different?

Don’t worry if your old valve looks slightly different or has a different coloured seal. The 4276R is designed to cover all internal design changes, including those made in 2014. If your valve is stamped 1427R, S1022, or 3561R — this is still the correct replacement.

Important: Check the Brass Bush

Some Franke Olympus taps include a brass bush — a ring that sits inside the tap body and surrounds the valve. If this bush gets stuck to the old valve, it can make the valve look wider than it really is.

The most common version is SP3868 [with a recess]. Some very early Olympus models used SP3886 [with a lip] instead. We supply both. We do NOT supply the earliest bush that came with a very thin lip.

If getting a plumber in, we recommend ordering a bush as well. Any unused items can be returned. You need one bush per valve, so if you’re ordering a pair of valves and need bushes, remember to add two.

Compare brass bush types in our Olympus Valve Bush Guide

Still Unsure About Your Tap’s Age?

Don’t worry — you don’t need to know when your tap was made. Because we supply the 4276R valve with its enhanced seal, it will fit all Olympus taps regardless of the original valve fitted.

Need help confirming? Email a picture of your tap (and valve, if removed) to sales@tapsandsinksonline.co.uk and we’ll confirm for you.

Helpful Guides and Resources

• My Franke Olympus Tap Is Dripping – Diagnosis Guide
• Olympus Valve Bush – Side-by-Side Comparison
• 7 Easy Steps to Replace Your Tap Valve
• How to Identify Your Franke Tap Model
• Main Franke Tap Help Hub

Why Buy Genuine?

We only supply genuine replacement parts sourced directly from the original manufacturer. That means you’re getting the correct valve — with the correct tolerances — for your tap. Unlike “universal” or compatible valves sold elsewhere, our parts are designed to fit and function exactly as intended.

If you want to fix your tap properly the first time, buy genuine.

Still unsure? You can email us a picture of your tap and we’ll help you identify the correct part.

Why You Should Fix Your Kitchen Tap with Genuine Tap Parts

This is a Genuine Spare Part from the original Tap Manufacturer of your Tap.

• Genuine = Proper fit, tested by the Manufacturer
• Compatible = Not made by your Tap’s brand. May not fit or last.

We’ve seen compatible parts cause leaks or damage. Choosing genuine parts protects your tap and warranty.