How Do I Install Or Replace A Handle For A 1/2" Thermostatic Cartridge? (Handle Version 1)

This article will explain how to remove and install the handle with the handle cap and screw for the 1/2" Thermostatic cartridge.

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 the handle for the 1/2" Thermostatic cartridge, you will need to:

  1. Remove the handle cap and screw
  2. Remove the handle
  3. Install the handle

 

Step 1 -Remove the handle cap and screw

a - Remove the handle cap. To do so, use a flathead screwdriver or penknife to pop out the handle cap.

Remove the handle cap. To do so, use a flat head screwdriver to pop out the handle cap.

Remove the handle cap. To do so, use a flat head screwdriver to pop out the handle cap.

 

b - Use a screwdriver to remove the screw. Turn counter-clockwise to remove the screw.

Use a screwdriver to remove the screw. Turn counter clockwise to remove the screw.

 

Step 2 - Remove the handle

 

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

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

 

Step 3 -Install the handle

 

a - To install the handle, slide it onto the cartridge stem.

b - Install the screw by turning clockwise until the handle is firmly attached to the faucet.

 Install the screw by turning clockwise until the handle is firmly attached to the faucet.

 

c - Re-install the handle cap

Re-install the handle cap

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