How do you remove the cartridge from a Moen 1225 faucet?
How do you remove the cartridge from a Moen 1225 faucet?
To remove the cartridge from your faucet assembly, first use a flat-headed screwdriver to carefully pry the cover from the handle. Using a Philips screwdriver, unscrew the handle screw and pull the handle up off from the faucet. Using pliers, loosen and remove the pivot retainer nut as well.
When do you need to replace Moen cartridge 1225?
Many Moen single-handle faucets use the 1225 cartridge to divert the water through the faucet. When you begin to have leaks through the spout when the faucet is turned off, replacement of the cartridge is necessary. The most difficult part of the Moen replacement is removing the Moen cartridge 1225.
How do you remove a Moen cartridge from a faucet?
Locate the clip securing the cartridge to the faucet. The clip is a C-clip that goes through the cartridge and the faucet. Pull the clip out with a pair of needle-nose pliers. Grab the white plastic removal tool from the new Moen cartridge 1225 package. The removal tool resembles a plastic cap with a square block on top.
How do you reinstall a water faucet cartridge?
To reinstall the cartridge into your faucet assembly, reverse the steps that you followed to remove the old cartridge. Reinstall the retaining clip, the limit stop and the washer onto the cartridge. Fasten the escutcheon to the wall. Replace the handle adapter, and finally secure the handle using the hex key.
How do you reverse the hot and cold sides of a Moen cartridge?
Go to step 8 if you want to reverse the Hot and Cold sides. To remove the cartridge from your faucet assembly, first use a hex wrench to loosen and remove the screw from the front of the handle. Then, pull the handle off from the faucet. Unscrew the Philips screw and remove the adapter.
Is the Moen 1225 replacement cartridge the same as the 1225B?
The Moen Single Handle Replacement Cartridge 1225 is the same as 1225B only packaged differently. If you have additional questions, please feel free to call us at 800-289-6636.
What kind of cartridge do I need to replace Moen kitchen sink?
The MOEN replacement cartridge installs quickly and easily, with instructions included. The MOEN Single-Handle Replacement Cartridge works with many MOEN single-handle bathroom sink and kitchen faucets. The cartridge is made with cast metal and plastic for strength.
To reinstall the cartridge into your faucet assembly, reverse the steps that you followed to remove the old cartridge. Reinstall the retaining clip, the limit stop and the washer onto the cartridge. Fasten the escutcheon to the wall. Replace the handle adapter, and finally secure the handle using the hex key.
How do you remove a Moen cartridge from a Philips faucet?
Using a Philips screwdriver unscrew the handle screw. Pull the handle off from the faucet and pull the limit stop off. Remove the washer from the cartridge and use pliers to remove the retaining clip. Pull the stemp up on the old cartridge to relieve any pressure in the faucet.