A diverter is a small valve that usualy allows water to go to the faucet
only. When the sprayer is activated, the change in pressure causes the
diverter valve to switch over and let water go to the sprayer only. More
commonly the sprayer stops working first or the water comes out both
together at a reduced pressure. The diverter is usually located at the base
of the spigot where it swivels which is above where the sprayer hose
connects to the bottom. You will need to disassemble part of the faucet to
replace it.

If you cannot find a diagram online. Go to the hardware store and just look
at a few on the rack. Most have some kind of diagram in or on the package.




"Curly Sue" wrote in message
...
The water on my kitchen faucet now only comes out the spray unit. The
company (Moen) is sending a replacement diverter with instructions for
replacement. In the meantime I am interested in finding out how the
diverter works, where it is, and possibly a diagram of one. I have
searched with Google but there are so many pages that mention the
words that I haven't found what I'm looking for.

Can anyone refer me to a website with a description/diagram of a
kitchen faucet diverter?

TIA!

Sue(tm)
Lead me not into temptation... I can find it myself!