Moen 1200 One Handle Faucet Replacement Cartridge

Moen 1200 replacement cartridge is for all Moen single-handle kitchen, lavatory, bar and tub/shower faucets (excluding posi-temp tub/shower).

The Moen 1200 replacement cartridge repairs most leaks and restores faucet action to like new condition.

Moen 1200 replacement cartridge is a Genuine Moen Factory Repair Replacement Part.

Fix a Leak - How to change a Moen Faucet Cartridge?

Q: How do I change my Moen 1200 replacement tub/shower or faucet cartridge?
A: Instructions are included in the package MOEN #1200 Cartridge.The tools you will need are a pair of pliers, a Philips head screwdriver, and an Allen wrench set.

Optional: white vinegar and an old tooth brush, to clean, demineralize and descale the faucet.

CAUTION: Always turn water supply OFF before servicing or removing existing faucet for replacement. Once the supply valves are off, open the faucet to relieve water pressure and ensure that the water is completely shut off.

Because not all faucets are not manufactured using identical parts, the steps may vary. When available, refer to your Moen faucet instruction manual or use the specification and illustrated parts sheets from Moen's website. Generally these are the directions for replacement of the Moen #1200 & #1225 faucet cartridges;

• Remove cap button or helmet style cap to expose screw.
  Optional: Pour white vinegar to help remove mineral deposits.
• Remove remaining parts. Hint: domes snap up and off; collars unthread. Some fixtures have a washer around stem which needs to be removed.
• Remove retainer clip (copper horseshoe-shaped clip). Most clips slide in from back to front or on tub and shower faucets, from top to bottom.
• Using white plastic twist cap tool (supplied in repair kit or with new cartridge) turn cartridge 90 degrees to the right and 90 degrees back to the left.
• With pliers, pull cartridge out of faucet.
  Optional: Clean valve housing with white vinegar and toothbrush; rinse/flush with water.
• Insert new 1200 or 1225 cartridge with tabs at 12 and 6 o'clock positions. The hole on the face of the cartridge stem will be facing 6 o'clock or down if replacing a tub and shower cartridge.
• Reassemble faucet accordingly.
• Open water supply.

Here is a link to a document on How to Change a Moen 1200 or 1225 replacement Faucet Cartridge.

Conserve Water - Fix your leaking faucet - Save Money!

Leaks Add Up & Cost Money visit The AWWA Site to calculate water leak losses with this link from Water Wiser.