Clean Moen Faucet Cartridge

Cartridge identification and installation help.

Clean moen faucet cartridge.

Have your extra set of hands turn on the hot water supply under the sink while you hold a bowl. 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. For faucets with clear knob style handles cleaners should be approved for acrylics and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions for use. Do not use grease as it can cause hardening and swelling of the o ring.

Some styles of moen kitchen bathroom and shower faucets have water filters built into them. Let the water run for 3 or 4 seconds. Once this is done turn the hot water supply off and then repeat the process for the cold water. 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. Use plumbers silicone to lubricate the cartridge. Cartridges for decades moen s innovative yet simple standard cartridges have been used in one and two handle faucets. This will flush out any debris trapped in the faucet or in the water line.

You should replace moen filtration cartridges every 30 to 90 days depending on how much use they get. 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. For questions regarding a u by moen smart faucet please visit the support page in the mobile app.