Two Handle 4" Mini Wide Spread: Threaded Hub

Disassembly:

1. While holding the lever (#1) stationary, unscrew the base of the handle hub (#2) counter-clockwise to remove the complete handle.
2. If removing the escutcheon (#3), move to the section in this article titled Escutcheon Removal: 3 Versions.

To replace the cartridge see article 1224 Cartridge: Two Handle 4" Mini Wide Spread Bathroom Faucets.

To remove the escutcheon (#3), you will need to remove the spout and loosen the hardware first. This will require two people.

1. Disconnect the pivot rod clip (9) from the pivot rod strap (#8). Loosen the lift rod strap screw (#8) until the pivot rod (#6) lifts out from the top of the faucet.
2. Insert a 7/32" Hex wrench into the pivot rod hole in the top of the faucet and rotate counter-clockwise until the spout lifts off. See "Image 1".
3. Insert a 1/8" Hex wrench in the clamp screw to loosen the hardware. See "Image 2".
4. One person will need to push up and hold the valve body from the underside while the other person uses a flathead screwdriver to carefully pry the brass C clip (#5) from the outside of the brass valve body.
5. Lift the escutcheon (#3) off. There may be putty on the underside which could cause the escutcheon (#3) to be difficult to remove.

1999-2002: Part #103745

1. Use pliers on the two flat sides to unthread the escutcheon (#3) counter-clockwise. There may be putty on the underside which could cause the escutcheon (#3) to be difficult to remove.

After 2002: Part # 103745

1. The escutcheon (#3) lifts off. There may be putty on the underside which could cause the escutcheon (#3) to be difficult to remove.