How Do I Install Or Replace A Handle That Uses A Handle Cap And Screw?

This article will explain how to remove and install a handle that uses a set screw.

Please note that the images are for reference only. The product shown in this article may differ from yours, but the information below is still relevant.

To remove and install a handle that uses a handle cap and screw, you will need to:

Remove the handle cap and screw
Remove the handle
Install the handle

Step 1 - Remove the handle cap and screw

a - Remove the handle cap. To do so, unscrew the handle cap counter-clockwise. If the handle cap does not unscrew, use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the handle cap.

Remove the handle cap. To do so, uncrew the handle cap counter clockwise.

If the handle cap does not uncrew, use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the handle cap.

b - Once the handle cap is removed, the screw will be visible. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw by turning counter-clockwise.

Once the handle cap is removed, the screw will be visible. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw by turning counter clockwise.

Step 2 - Remove the handle

a - Once the screw is removed, pull the handle away from the faucet body. The handle should come off easily.

Once the screw is removed, pull the handle away from the faucet body. The handle should come off easily.

b - The cartridge should now be visible. In some cases, there is still a trim ring that needs to be removed

The cartridge should now be visible. In some cases, there is still a trim ring that needs to be removed

The faucet body is visible, once the trim ring has been removed.

Step 3 - Install the handle

a- Begin by installing the handle base. If the base is threaded, screw it onto the faucet body by turning clockwise. If the handle base is not threaded, simply slide the handle base in place, over the cartridge assembly. It should slide easily onto the cartridge stem or handle adapter and into the handle base.

Re - install the trim ring, if applicable.