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How Do I Install Or Replace A Cartridge?

Cartridges are either threaded into the faucet body, or are held in place by a lock nut.

In order to to remove or replace a cartridge, you will need to unscrew the cartridge from the faucet, or remove the lock nut.

Cartridge threaded into the faucet body
Cartridge threaded into the faucet body

Cartridge and lock nut
Cartridge and lock nut

NOTE Before removing the cartridge, you must turn off the water supply to the faucet.

Once the water supply has been turned off, you are ready to begin working on your faucet.

In order to remove and install a cartridge, you will need to:

  1. Turn the water supply off to the faucet
  2. Remove the handle
  3. Remove the cartridge
  4. Install the new cartridge
  5. Test for leaks

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