How to Clean a Sink Aerator

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find out if you need to clean the aerator

   You can figure this out by looking in the manual, calling customer care, or searching online in Google or on the company website.
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   Step 2: replace the aerator

   , Make sure the hose doesn't retract.
   
   Have somebody either hold it or put something heavy on it.
   
   People without the pull out heads may skip this step. , Close them firmly in the little holes (there should be two) on the outer ring of the head. , After 4-5 full turns, the bottom part should come out. , In my case, the aerator was so filthy and grimy I had to use a toothbrush to clean the screen. , Your water pressure should be restored to its full potential!
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   Step 3: or clean some other part.

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   Step 4: Plug the drain with something so that the small parts don't fall out.

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   Step 5: if you have a pull out head

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   Step 6: pull out the spray/water filter part and unscrew the hose from the head.

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   Step 7: Go ahead and find yourself a pair of needle nose pliers.

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   Step 8: Give it a counter-clockwise twist

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   Step 9: making sure you are holding the head and pliers with a tight grip.

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    Step 10: Get the small parts out as best as possible (don't worry about the parts remaining in the head) and soak them in vinegar.

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    Step 11: Reassemble all the parts.

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