How do you remove the restrictor to increase water pressure? Thanks!!
1083734
What color is it? I don't remember mine having a restrictor? But all the little things that were inside, I used a flat head screw driver to get out.
1083735
A screwdriver or needle nose plyers will work fine:http://www.showerstore.com/support/water-pressure.html
64241
Found this website about the same restrictor, different brand of showerhead -- looks complicated to remove and put back the restrictor, but O-ring can be removed using needle-nose tweezers: http://www.flashoffroad.com/Articles/showerhead/moen_showerhead.htm Please update on your experience.
1203181
Instructions on how to remove the water flow limiters from both heads are included in the packaging. They both come with limiters installed, and they can both be removed.
2013445
Hi Robert, sorry it took so long to answer your request. I've been in the process of switching out computers and I had quite a few problems. First of all, we love our KOHLER shower head. I didn't know there was a restrictor in it. I just thought our water pressure was low. If you find that there is one in it, please let me know. Good luck. I never thought to call KOHLER and ask them. Don
1146526
The unit self doesnt restrict water flow...Im not sure what the adapter is though..
1700787
I'm not sure about the water restrictor. We do not have one. I am not mechanical either. I'm sure you would be able to do it. Just follow the directions in the shower head packaging and/or ask the associate at your local hardware store.
449937
At first, I couldn't get the water tank off - I had to fill it by putting the whole unit under the faucet. Then, my husband got it "unstuck," so yes, you can remove it. My problem with the unit is that I can't get enough pressure unless I put my hand in the water and keep the black plastic thing-a-ma-jig slightly raised on one side. Very annoying!
1139861
If you look in the inside of the shower head you will see a dark red plastic piece. Use a 1/4" drill bit to drill this out, you will also no longer need the gasket around this piece. You will want to make sure you "shake out" any shavings from the piece that may have fallen in the head so that the nozzles do not get blocked. This will greatly increase the water volume and pressure.
605735
http://www.ehow.com/how_7894895_remove-flow-restrictor-speakman-showerhead.html
1999100
Got to a hardware store and get an extension for the water pipe that connects to the shower head. I got one that is adjustable and it works out great.
1025011
You have to put a little manpower into it . I asked my husband to remove it for me. I think the water pressure builds up as it flows.
2080507
Removing the flow restrictor is absolutely necessary for good pressure. Directions are included and it's very easy. I am very happy with this combo.
1139858
i have no idea. it could be a restrictor, you use less water, its economical, but i think you loose some pressure.
1157192
Hello, mine is to recent to have problems. I purchased a pressure reducer from Lowes for about $10.00 just to make sure I do not blow my system. The problem that you may have is a tartar build up. Either you can remove the unit and soak it in white vinegar or depending on your interior hook up you can create a continuous loop that will go to your furthest faucet. To do that use a bucket a small pump, 12v will be fine and pour the vinegar into the bucket pump it through the system and bring it back to the bucket. This way you can check every faucets at your pleasure with out dismantling anything. I have a Diesel engine en my boat and do the same thing to "polish" carburant (just go through the filters and no vinegar of course). It may appear complex but once you acquire the equipment everything can be stored in the bucket. If it is easy to do it will be done more often. Enjoy your endeavor, Good Luck, Francis.
868884
It has a very good stream, you should not remove the restrictor. There is a fresh water shortage in the world, we must all conserve!
335165
Before you install pull out the plastic white flow restrictor with a pair of needle nose pliars - takes 4-5 seconds!
657988
yes, you can remove the restrictors. there are mutliple threads on amazon and other places on how to do this.