Noted that the spout does not rotate after install, is the spout and handle fixed or can they be rotated before install?
484701
We were able to rotate the spout after install without difficulty. After installation I noticed that the spout was too close to the edge of the sink and therefore hard to use with a mug or pot. I simply pushed the spout from the spout itself (not the base) and moved it about an inch. We may have had it a little looser than you do - but, it's not an easy push nor will it move more than the inch.
484702
It does not rotate. It stays in the fixed position. That is good since it keeps me from spilling hot water all over.
484703
I was able to rotate the spout relative to the handle on the unit I purchased about 90 deg each way. It was stiff, so I am guessing this was not a design feature.
484704
They are fixed, the only way to alter the angle is to tighten down the unit off center if that's what you need.
484705
No, they are fixed. This is a good thing since they take up such a tiny space and, if rotated, there might be a problem when reaching for the sprayer or soap dispenser and accidentally turning on very hot water. This is a great product and becomes such a luxury that we joke about missing it when away from home. We are not having any problem with the latest one bought. You will love it: instant hot tea or oatmeal, quick way to boil water in a pot or fill a thermos. Get one!
298229
The spout turns in a 360 degree arc. You could turn it to fill something sitting on the counter top. However, you would need to mount the spout so there was room on the counter top away from the faucet handle on the spout. Depending on how you orient the faucet handle it would be in the way if you tried to position something under the spout on the side where the handle was located.
2092900
Yes, the spout does swivel. It's a very nice faucet and there are no water spots, as promised.
1914018
Yes! They do rotate! I'm not sure how I missed this when I answered you the first time but ours are installed one vertical and one horizontal with the flanges vertical on both. If you would like me to, I can upload a photo or two. Additionally, our contractor planned for them and reinforced the area in the wall where they were installed. We didn't install them to an existing bathroom but rather a bathroom we added. Take care! ~Nikki
1405602
May be. You can definitely install it that way. There appears to be a part that limit the range that the spray arm can rotate. Logically, this should be selectable or adjustable during installation. A contractor installed mine so I don't know for sure. I hope this helps.
1444647
Yes, mine did. There's a switch on the side that will lock it in one position and not let it rotate. Maybe you accidentally moved that. Good luck with it.
1713024
It rotates by you turning the handle of the unit, but the "spout" stays fixed down. For $20 you can use it anytime you want to without hiring someone. let me add this....it's FUN to use to see what all will come out of the gutters! ha. I found a stash of peanuts hidden under leaves by a squirrel. I LOVE it!
1294762
Sounds like it is cross piped; hot to cold side and cold to hot side or installed upside down which would be the same. Go on-line and search that valves instructions at Grohe. I believe there is a way the cartridge can be turned in the event of cross piping which is quite normal in back-to-back bathroom installations. Is this a tub or shower? If a tub and the shower head looses water when the spout is turned on then it is upside down. Do not think there is anything you can do for this except change it. Good luck!
1509859
you need to hold the shaft below the ball with pliers and unscrew the ball. Pull the assembly out of the spout and put the new one back in reverse order. When you tighten the new ball hold the shaft with something to protect it from getting marred. Hope this helps
1836687
Yes, on my installation the stem rotates 45 degrees to the left and right from center. You could go further depending on the installation. I've been using mine on a utility tub to wash my dogs and it's the best unit I found. Nice and sturdy, good quality and looks good.
2118424
Yes- the top of the faucet moves from side to side, but once installed, the handle on the bottom stays in one spot.
1438926
The base that comes with it is fixed. I would imagine a rotating one would be special order, haven't seen one or even looked!!
1639373
If you start to screw on the lid 180 degrees from where you usually start it, it will tighten so the handle is on the opposite side. in other words, the spout can can be repositioned but not the handle. Hope this helps!
161895
The handle controls flow rate and temperature. You pull right for flow control and back (hot) and forward (cold) for temperature. As for your first question, you probably can install on the left because the neck swivels 360 degrees at the base. In other words, the neck is not welded to the base/faucet.
463273
It is fixed, but if your shower head already swivels it will not change that. I love it, I needed any extra long hose for when I bath my dog. Works great and as good as quality as the pricey ones.
961649
I was able to tighten mine up so that it does not turn at all. Make sure any old gasket or caulking materials are cleaned from both upper and lower surfaces. Use proper tools to avoid damage to the unit. If you feel that you will break the tightening nut or damage the threads, try a little "Loctite" between the upper portion of the nut and sink. You can get a replacement nut if things go wrong!!
698802
On ours there are notches for the handles so they do not twist. The lid also only screws down far enough to 'lock' in place. The spout will then align with the handles.