How to install Danze by Gerber and Gerber shower handle trim escutcheon plate?

How to install Gerber shower handle trim escutcheon plate?

In addition to the traditional handle trim escutcheon plate installation method of using 2 screws to tighten in place, some of the Gerber shower handle trims have improved design and allow for a fast and screwless installation experience.

If your Gerber shower trim kit package does not include the escutcheon screws, your shower trim kit is among the improved shower handle trims. Follow one of the below installation instructions for your shower escutcheon and handle assembly.

Method 1 - Traditional two screws installation
Attach the escutcheon plate to the valve body using the screws provided.

Method 2 - Screwless installation with handle adapter
Place the escutcheon plate onto the valve body. Tighten by turning the handle adapter clockwise until secured against the wall.

Method 3 - Screwless installation with handle assembly
For Amalfi and Parma collection, place the escutcheon plate onto the valve body. Tighten by turning the bottom portion of the handle assembly clockwise until secured against the wall. No escutcheon screw is required.

For Opulence collection, place the escutcheon plate onto the valve body. Attach the handle assembly toward the cartridge stem. Tighten the screw clockwise until secured against the wall, and install the handle cap. No escutcheon screw is required.

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