Can I take this aerator out?

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Can I take this aerator out?
Author: Vending Girl (OR) Hello everyone! I am wondering about taking out an aerator. Please see the for photos that I have. Thanks so much in advance!! Most kindly, Amy [postimg.cc] Edited 3 times.
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Re: Can I take this aerator out?

Author: packy (MA)

yes you can..
the manufacturer supplies a special tool for removing it.
see the little square notches in your aerator.
you need to engage those and turn counter clockwise.
there are a few different varieties so have a look here at what you want to do..
[www.google.com]
something like this is available if you want to get it. be aware that it says "fits most" so there is always a chance it won't fit yours ???

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Re: Can I take this aerator out?
Author: Vending Girl (OR) Awesome!!! Thank you so very much! Do you know if it has threads on the inside so something like this could be attached? [www.amazon.com] Do you have any idea what size hole that might be? 15/16? Thanks again for all the help! ~Amy
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Re: Can I take this aerator out?
Author: packy (MA) i have no idea what size your aerator is ??? you will have to remove it to find out.. once you figure the size out, there are many faucet adapters available. one of these has to work..
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Re: Can I take this aerator out?
Author: Vending Girl (OR) Hi again, and again...I really appreciate the help. Do those keys have a name? How can I find those? Thanks again!! ~Amy
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Re: Can I take this aerator out?
Author: packy (MA) big box store has them.. Edited 1 times.
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Re: Can I take this aerator out?

Author: bernabeu (SC)

plus:

soak the faucet end / aerator in vinegar before attempting removal

either:

tie on a vinegar filled plastic bag

or

prop up a cup from below

either way - submerge the faucet end/aerator for 4+ hours

then you might be able to unscrew the aerator with needle nose pliers

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"Measure Twice & Cut Once" - Retired U.A. Local 1 & 638

Re: Can I take this aerator out?
Author: hj (AZ) I may be wrong, but I think that aerator is well past the 'soak in vinegar" stage.
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Re: Can I take this aerator out?
Author: bernabeu (SC) will cost 50 cents to find out ============================================== "Measure Twice & Cut Once" - Retired U.A. Local 1 & 638
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Re: Can I take this aerator out?
Author: hj (AZ) Just do not be surprised if it doesn't work. And if it doesn't that is when the fun begins.
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Re: Can I take this aerator out?
Author: Vending Girl (OR) Thanks everyone for your awesome advice. I ordered a set of keys and I'll be sure to do the vinegar soak. You guys are awesome!! Thanks for taking the time to let me know these things. Very much appreciated. Kindly, Amy Edited 2 times.
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