147208 Cartridge: 3/4" Exact Temp System (After 2009)

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This article will give step-by-step instructions on how to replace a 147208 cartridge in a multi-handle vertical spa using the 3/4" Exact Temp valve system.

Preparation:

The water supply shut off valves must be turned off- see article How to Turn Off the Water Supply to the Faucet.
Recommended Tools: Phillips Screwdriver, Pliers
The following instructions assume the handle and associated handle pieces have been removed. For additional details, visit Shower Handle: 3/4" Exact Temp-Thermostatic Lever

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Disassembly:

Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the Phillips screw (#1).
Remove the override actuator (#2) and spring (#3).
Use pliers on the flats of the large retaining nut (#4) to remove and then repeat for the small retaining nut (#5).
Remove the temperature limit stop (#6).
Position pliers on the two flat areas of the cartridge (#7) to pull the cartridge (#7) out.

Assembly:

Line the notch on the cartridge (#7) with the slot on the valve body (#8) and slide the cartridge (#7) in.
Line the notch on the temperature limit stop (#6) with the slot on the valve body (#8) and slide the temperature limit stop (#6) in.
Use pliers to tighten the small retainer nut (#5) followed by the large retainer nut (#4).
Slide the spring (#3) onto the assembly.

Line up notch on the underside of the override actuator (#2) with the notch on the top of the temperature limit stop (#6) so that the notches sit next to each other and slide the temperature limit stop (#2) on.

Front of Temperature Limit Stop (#6)

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