This article explains how to identify a Moen tub and shower system based on operation and features. Once the product is identified, it will also explain if there are any options for replacing the decorative trim pieces.
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How To Tell If My Shower System Is A Moen:
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Moen shower faucets are designed with serviceability in mind; however, identification is required to ensure the correct repair parts are ordered. Most Moen fixtures will have the name "Moen" either written or engraved on the handle or escutcheon trim plate behind the handle. For single handle showers and tub/showers, the word Moen will be located on the escutcheon trim plate. For two and three handle showers and tub/showers, the word Moen will be located on the knob handle caps or the small round escutcheon trim plates behind the lever handle.
Review the information below to determine which shower system you have installed.
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How To Identify My Single Handle Shower System:
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Standard Valve: Introduced: 1960
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Behind the wall
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On the shower wall
Older Product may say Dialcet or Stanadyne on escutcheon plate
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Features and Benefits:
- Push/Pull the handle for On/ Off and Volume control
- Rotate the handle for Hot or Cold temperature adjustment
- Escutcheon screws are located at the 5:00 position and 7:00 position
- Temperature memory
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Replacement Parts:
Knob-Click to see a general parts page.
Lever-Click to see a general parts page.
Cartridge (Either cartridge below can be used):
- 1200(B): Brass shell with a stainless stem
- 1225(B): Clear Plastic shell with a brass stem
Cartridge clip: 96365
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FAQs:
Can I still buy trim for the Standard valve? No, Moen no longer produces Standard valves; however, Moen still manufactures replacement parts (See Replacement Parts).
Will any other current trim work with the Standard valve? Yes, with the separate purchase of a 145058 adapter kit the Standard valve will accept any current Moentrol trim kit that uses a round 7" escutcheon.
Will the 145058 adapter kit work with all current Moentrol trim? No, 145058 adapter kit is not compatible with the following line of Moentrol trim kits: Flara, Doux, Weymouth and Arris.
What is Temperature memory? When shutting-off the faucet, the handle stays in the exact temperature position you set during use. The next time you turn on the shower, within a few seconds, the water temperature reaches your last temperature setting.
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Original Moentrol: Introduced: Late 1960's
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Behind the wall
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On the shower wall
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Features and Benefits:
- Push/Pull the handle for On/ Off and Volume control
- Rotate the handle for Hot or Cold temperature adjustment
- Escutcheon screws are located at the 5:00 position and 7:00 position
- Temperature memory
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Replacement Parts :
Knob-Click to see a general parts page.
Lever-Click to see a general parts page
Cartridge (Either cartridge below can be used):
- 1200(B): Brass shell with a stainless stem
- 1225(B): Clear Plastic shell with a brass stem
Cartridge clip: 96365
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FAQs:
Can I still buy trim for the original Moentrol valve? No, Moen no longer produces the original Moentrol valve
Can I buy replacement parts for the original Moentol valve? Yes, Moen still manufactures parts (See Replacement Parts ).
Will any other current style trim work with the original Moentrol valve? No, Moen does not manufactures a current style trim that will fit on the original Moentrol valve.
Will the 145058 adapter kit work with the original Moentrol trim? No, the original Moentrol trim will not accept the 145058 adapter plate.
Are all Moentrol valves the same? No, the original Moentrol and the current Moentrol are different in dimensions and are not compatible.
What is Temperature memory? When shutting-off the faucet, the handle stays in the exact temperature position you set during use. The next time you turn on the shower, within a few seconds, the water temperature reaches your last temperature setting.
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Moentrol Valve: Introduced:1970's
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Behind the wall
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On the shower wall
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Features and Benefits:
- Push/Pull the handle for On/ Off and Volume control
- Rotate the handle for Hot or Cold temperature adjustment
- Escutcheon screws are located at the 2:00 position and 7:00 position
- Pressure Balanced
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Replacement Parts:
Knob-Click to see a general parts page.
Lever-Click to see a general parts page.
Cartridge (Either cartridge below can be used):
- 1200(B): Brass shell with a stainless stem
- 1225(B): Clear plastic shell with a brass stem
Cartridge clip: 96365
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FAQs:
Can I still buy trim for the Moentrol valve? Yes, Moen still manufactures Moentrol valves and trim; however, the product line will be retired at the end of 2020.
Will Moentrol replacement parts still be available after 2020? Yes, Moen will still manufacture Moentrol replacement parts (See Replacement Parts ).
Are all Moentrol valves the same? No, the original Moentrol and the current Moentrol are different in dimensions and are not compatible.
What is Pressure Balanced? A pressure-balancing tub and shower faucet balances incoming hot and cold water pressure to compensate for fluctuations in water flow. Balancing the water flow keeps shower temperatures constant and comfortable, within ±3°F (1°C) of the original temperature, despite other demands such as flushing the toilet or starting the dishwasher. Moen's PosiTemp and Moentrol® tub and shower valves all feature pressure-balancing. Both valves require pressure on the hot and the cold side to operate.
What is Temperature memory? When shutting-off the faucet, the handle stays in the exact temperature position you set during use. The next time you turn on the shower, within a few seconds, the water temperature reaches your last temperature setting.
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PosiTemp Valve: Introduced: 1985
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Behind the wall
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On the shower wall
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Features and Benefits:
- Rotate the handle for Hot or Cold temperature adjustment
- Escutcheon screws are located at the 2:00 position and 7:00 position.
- Pressure Balanced
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Replacement Parts:
Knob-Click to see a general parts page.
Lever-Click to see a general parts page
Cartridge (Either cartridge below can be used):
Cartridge clip: 96914
Lubrication: 140676
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FAQs:
Can I still buy trim for the PosiTemp valve? Yes, Moen still manufactures PosiTemp valves and trim.
Does the PosiTemp valve offer volume control? No, the PosiTemp valve is a cycling valve. A cycling valve maintains a constant flow of water while cycling from cold through warm to hot.
What is Pressure Balanced? A pressure-balancing tub and shower faucet balances incoming hot and cold water pressure to compensate for fluctuations in water flow. Balancing the water flow keeps shower temperatures constant and comfortable, within ±3°F (1°C) of the original temperature, despite other demands such as flushing the toilet or starting the dishwasher. Moen's PosiTemp and Moentrol® tub and shower valves all feature pressure-balancing. Both valves require pressure on the hot and the cold side to operate
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How To Identify My Two and Three Handle Shower System:
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Two Handle Shower System:
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This guide helps with a basic showering system, if you have multiple components, commonly referred to as a Spa or Vertical Spa , please contact Moen directly.
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Features and Benefits:
- Rotate the handles to turn the water On/Off and to control Hot/Cold water volume.
- Lever handles operate with a 1/4 turn
- Knob handles operate with a 180 degree rotation
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Replacement Parts:
Cartridge: 1224(B) quantity 2
- 1 Required for hot
- 1 Required for cold
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FAQs:
Is there trim available for a two handle shower systems? No, all two handle shower systems are sold as complete kits that include the valve and trim; however, replacement parts can be purchased.
What is a basic showering system? A basic showering system is one showerhead or one showerhead and one tub spout.
What are multiple components? Multiple components are more than a shower or tub and shower, commonly referred to as a Spa or Vertical Spa (two showerheads, body sprays, one showerhead and a hand shower, rain showers, etc.).
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Three Handle Shower System:
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This guide helps with a basic showering system, if you have multiple components, commonly referred to as a Spa or Vertical Spa, please contact Moen directly.
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Features and Benefits:
- Rotate the handles to turn the water On/Off and to control Hot/Cold water volume.
- Lever handles operate with a 1/4 turn
- Knob handles operate with a 180 degree rotation
- Diverter knob rotates to divert the water between the showerhead and tub spout.
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Replacement Parts:
Cartridge: 1224(B) quantity 2
- 1 Required for hot
- 1 Required for cold
Diverter Cartridge:
Before 2010-94543:
- Length- Approx 3"
- Material-White plastic and brass
- Secured by a brass hex nut
After 2010-116719
- Length- Approx 2-1/2"
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- Clear plastic shell
- Blue rubber seals
- Brass stem
- Secured by a copper retainer clip
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FAQs:
Is there trim available for a three handle shower systems? No, all three handle shower systems are sold as complete kits that include the valve and trim; however, replacement parts can be purchase.
What is a basic showering system? A basic showering system is one showerhead or showerhead and one tub spout.
What are multiple components? Multiple components are more than a shower or tub and shower, commonly referred to as a Spa or Vertical Spa (two showerheads, body sprays, one showerhead and a hand shower, rain showers, etc.).
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For warranty information, see article How to Identify if My Product is Warrantied.
For additional information on Moen products visit solutions.moen.com and select the type of product you are repairing. The guide will contain repair details, troubleshooting and specific information on assembling handles associated with that style of product.
