The tub faucet leaks when the shower is turned on because the diverter valve, which directs water flow to the showerhead, may not be fully closing off the water supply to the tub faucet, causing water to leak out.
Your tub faucet may be leaking when the shower is turned on due to a faulty diverter valve. This valve directs water flow between the tub faucet and the showerhead, and if it is not working properly, water may leak out of the faucet when the shower is in use.
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You have a leak between the diverter and showerhead or the arm for the showerhead is not sealed properly into the fitting in the wall
A tub water diverter is a valve that controls the flow of water between the tub faucet and the showerhead. When the diverter is turned or pulled, it redirects the water flow from the tub faucet to the showerhead, allowing you to switch between filling the tub and taking a shower.
A tub faucet acts as a shower and can be used to bath in the bath tub. It is a pressure valve which makes the flow of water through it constant and gives a nice shower.
A tub faucet diverter works by redirecting the water flow from the tub spout to the shower head when the diverter is engaged. This is typically done by a mechanism inside the faucet that blocks the flow to the tub spout and redirects it to the shower head instead.
The difference between a shower and a tub is the shower tends to enclosed with water that comes out of a shower head above while a tub has a faucet that pours into a large basin.
Tub shower diverters work by redirecting the flow of water between the tub faucet and the showerhead. When the diverter is activated, it blocks the water flow to the tub faucet and directs it to the showerhead instead. This allows you to easily switch between using the tub and the shower without having to adjust the water temperature each time.
When installing a claw foot tub faucet with a shower diverter, make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully. Ensure that all connections are secure and leak-free. Use plumber's tape on threaded connections to prevent leaks. Test the faucet and diverter for proper function before completing the installation.
To replace a shower tub faucet, you will need to turn off the water supply, remove the old faucet by unscrewing it, clean the area, install the new faucet by following the manufacturer's instructions, and then turn the water supply back on to test the new faucet.