Moen Single Handle Faucet Cartridge Removal

Trouble removing the cartridge from a moen faucet.

Moen single handle faucet cartridge removal.

One handle faucet cartridges. Al moen invented the cartridge faucet and cartridge faucets remain a specialty of the moen company. Lift the metal handle adapter off the metal stem of the cartridge. Cartridge 1255 single duralast cartridge.

Currently used as a replacement cartridge for older one handle faucets. One handle faucet cartridges. It was used in all one handle faucets except the posi temp shower valve prior to the introduction of the 1225 in 1981. Cartridge 1255 single duralast cartridge.

Watch the 1255 cartridge removal installation video. However there are exceptions. Most moen cartridge part numbers also referred to as model numbers are within the 1200 series. To remove the cartridge from your widespread faucet assembly first hold the handle steady and unscrew the handle hubs counterclockwise.

The guide below will help to identify which moen cartridge your kitchen sink faucet uses. Most moen cartridge part numbers also referred to as model numbers are within the 1200 series. Tips for replacing a moen shower cartridge on a moen chateau shower. Remove the hot water handle.

The original moen cartridge the 1200 provided one handle operation. Video covers removal of the old faulty cartridge and replacing it with a new moen 1225b. However there are exceptions. Section a cartridge removal for faucet with a black pivot retainer and white pivot stop.

If you are replacing a cartridge in faucet type e continue to step 6a. After removing the lever handle you will need to determine which of the three faucet images below most accurately represents the internal parts of your faucet model. Then using tool 14272 which is not included loosen and remove the cartridge nut. To remove the cartridge from your faucet assembly first use a flat headed screwdriver to carefully pry the cover from the handle.

Single handle faucets prior to 2009. Includes plastic retaining nut. Watch the 1255 cartridge removal installation video. How it is used.

Using a philips screwdriver unscrew the handle screw. Cartridge removal reassembly. Moen makes several types of two handle faucets but your faucet will either have a cover that needs to be pried off the hot water handle and a screw that needs to be removed under the cover or a single screw at the base of the handle. Always turn your water supplies off before disassembling your faucet.

The company designs them to be removable so.