Clean Moen Faucet Cartridge

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Clean moen faucet cartridge.

Cartridges for decades moen s innovative yet simple standard cartridges have been used in one and two handle faucets. For faucets with clear knob style handles cleaners should be approved for acrylics and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions for use. Once this is done turn the hot water supply off and then repeat the process for the cold water. Some styles of moen kitchen bathroom and shower faucets have water filters built into them.

Today we also offer our line of dependable duralast cartridges which feature a ceramic disc for use in many of our newer faucets. Have your extra set of hands turn on the hot water supply under the sink while you hold a bowl. If your moen faucet was manufactured after 2009 and you are looking at the 1225 cartridge it is possible that you may actually have a 1255 cartridge because cartridge styles can vary by the date of manufacture. Let the water run for 3 or 4 seconds.

Use plumbers silicone to lubricate the cartridge. Cartridge identification and installation help. If you re not quite sure we d recommend that you refer to the original documentation that came with your faucet or feel free to. If you clean your cartridge between changes you can prolong its life and go for longer periods between.

Moen suggests the periodic application of a quality non abrasive wax such as car wax or furniture wax especially for matte or textured finishes e g brushed chrome or platinum. How to clean and lube a moen 1225 cartridge. Filter cleaning is recommended on a moen hands free faucet if you are experiencing overall low water flow and temperature specific low water flow.