How to remove this faucet?

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How to remove this faucet?

Author: nycava (NY)

Hi, I have replaced a few kitchen faucets before. When I went in to look at replacing this one I am stumped at how to take out this old faucet. If I unscrew the nuts holding the faucet to the sink, I don't see how the nuts would come all the way off. There is I guess some diverter in the middle that goes up to the faucet.
I tried to see if I can pry off the knobs on the handle or if there is some sort of set screw on the handles but didn't see any. There is no manufacturer name on the faucet. I've included some pictures if anyone knows anything about this faucet. I appreciate any help.
Thanks
Elliot

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Re: How to remove this faucet?
Author: hj (AZ) Unfasten the hoses, then that "T" thing unscrews from the faucet and then you remove the nut holding it to the sink.
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Re: How to remove this faucet?
Author: nycava (NY) Thanks for that advice. It makes sense and I will try it. So for the hot & cold handles, (picture IMG-4232 on the left) would I do the same, remove the hoses and then the connection at the bottom of the hot handle would unscrew and them unscrew the big nut holding it to the sink? Thanks!
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Re: How to remove this faucet?
Author: sum (FL) Yes undo the hoses and unscrew those upside down T thingies. When you try to unscrew the T if the nut above it is not right tight the whole thing will spin around making it impossible to unscrew it unless you have a third hand holding the top end steady.
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Re: How to remove this faucet?
Author: steve (CA) To remove the valves, remove the handles and unscrew the escutcheon. There might be a nut under the escutcheon or the escutcheon is the top nut. The valves are installed/removed from under the sink. The spout might also need the bottom trim/escutcheon unscrewed or as stated, the tee under the sink unscrews and the spout is remove topside.
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Re: How to remove this faucet?
Author: nycava (NY) I can remove the escutchon I believe it is like you mention a nut that is turned. I can't figure out how to remove the handle , I don't see any sort of set screw or allen screw . Anyone know who made this faucet? thanks again
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Re: How to remove this faucet?
Author: sum (FL) Try to slide a putty knife under the cap on top of the handle to pop it off, May be a screw under that.
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Re: How to remove this faucet?
Author: Curly (CA) If top cap does not pop off like Sum suggested, try unscrewing it while holding the large handle part. Do not know the brand.
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