How Do I Install Or Replace A Handle That Uses A Sirius Handle Assembly?

This article will explain how to remove and install a handle that uses the Sirius handle assembly.

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To remove and install a handle that uses a Sirius handle assembly, you will need to:

1. Remove the handle stem
2. Remove the handle base
3. Install the handle base
4. Install the handle stem

Step 1 - Remove the handle stem
 

a - To remove the handle stem, locate the set screw that attaches the handle stem to the handle base. Remove the screw by using the hex wrench to turn the screw counter-clockwise.

b - Once the set screw is loosened, slide the handle stem towards the spout and then push down on the end of the handle stem. Now lift the handle stem up and off of the handle.

Step 2 - Remove the handle base

a - To remove the handle base, locate the set screw that attaches the handle base to the faucet. Remove the screw by using the hex wrench to turn the screw counter-clockwise.

b - Once the set screw is loosened, pull the handle base away from the faucet. The handle base should come off easily.

Step 3 - Install the handle base

a - Install the handle base onto the faucet. It should slide easily onto the cartridge stem.

b - Install the set screw to attach the handle base to the faucet. To do so, use the hex wrench to turn the screw clockwise until the handle base is firmly attached to the faucet.

Step 4 - Install the handle stem

a - To install the handle stem, line up the handle stem with the handle base and slide it over. Push the raised portion of the handle stem down and into the handle base. Finally, slide the handle stem away from the spout base.

b - Use the hex wrench to install the set screw onto the handle stem. Turn clockwise until the handle stem is firmly attached to the handle base.