One Handle Wall Mount Tub Filler: Handle Assembly

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Details explaining how the handle assembly is removed/assembled on a Single Handle Wall Mount Roman Tub faucet

Preparation:

The water supply shut off valves must be turned off- see article How to Turn Off the Water Supply to the Faucet.
3/32" Hex Wrench
We recommend covering the drain before beginning so as not to lose any parts down the drain.

Moen Wall Mount tub fillers use two different handle mechanism styles. In order to service your tub filler, you will need to determine which handle mechanism style is used. To identify the style, the first step will be to remove the handle, for more information move to "Determine the Handle Mechanism Style" below.

Determine the Handle Mechanism Style

Begin by shutting the water off to the system. Using a 3/32" hex wrench, loosen the handle screw until the handle slides off. Once the handle has been removed, compare your system to the images below to determine which handle mechanism style you are working with.

Direct Connect Handle Mechanism-1 Piece Handle

The handle screw will tighten against the white stem of the cartridge (1). Proceed to Direct Connect Handle Mechanism for additional details.

Direct Connect Handle Mechanism-2 Piece Handle

The handle screw will tighten to the white stem of the cartridge (1). Proceed to Direct Connect Handle Mechanism-2 Piece Handle for additional details.

Direct Connect Handle Mechanism-1 Piece Handle:

Parts Legend:

A-Handle screw

B-Handle

C-Sleeve

D-Cartridge Stem

E-Escutcheon

Disassembly:

1. Slide the sleeve (C) off of the assembly.

To replace the cartridge, see Cartridge Replacement: Cartridge Replacement: 1215 One Handle Wall Mount Tub Filler

Assembly:

1. Slide the sleeve (C) onto the assembly until it is flush with the escutcheon (E).

2. Place the handle (B) onto the cartridge stem (D). Using a 3/32" hex wrench, tighten the set screw (A).

Direct Connect Handle Mechanism-2 Piece Handle:

Parts Legend:

A-Handle screw

B-Handle

C-Handle Hub

D-Sleeve

E-Cartridge Stem

F-Escutcheon

G-Handle Adapter

Disassembly:

1. Unsnap the handle hub (C) and handle adapter (G) from the sleeve (D) and slide it from the assembly.

2. Slide the sleeve (D) off of the assembly.

To replace the cartridge, see Cartridge Replacement: Cartridge Replacement: 1215 One Handle Wall Mount Tub Filler

Assembly:

1. Slide the sleeve (C) onto the assembly until it is flush with the escutcheon (F).

2. If the handle hub (C) and handle adapter (G) remained connected during disassembly proceed to step 4. If the handle hub (C) and handle adapter (G) became disconnected during removal, you will need to reconnect the two pieces.

3. Align the tab on the back of the handle hub (C) with the slot on the front of the handle adapter (G). Snap the handle adapter (G) into the back of the handle hub (C).

Handle Hub (C)

Handle adapter (G)

4. Snap the 2 prongs located on the back of the handle hub/adapter (C) into the sleeve (D). Rotate the hub/adapter (C) so it sits parallel with the cartridge stem (E).

5. Place the handle (B) onto the cartridge stem (E). Using a 3/32" hex wrench, tighten the set screw (A).

For additional information on One Handle Tub Fillers, visit One Handle Tub Fillers: Wall or Deck Mounts.

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