Do you need to replace a Moen kitchen faucet?
It definitely does. When a Moen kitchen faucet leaks, the fix often involves replacing the Moen kitchen faucet cartridge and/or the rubber parts that go with it, so you have to know what model of faucet you have so you can get the correct replacement parts.
Where is the hex key on a Moen kitchen faucet?
Attach your hex key to the star shaped aperture located beneath the faucet handle for single handled faucets or beneath the spigot for double handle faucets. Turn the hex key counterclockwise until the spigot and handle for single handles comes apart, usually six to eight full turns. For double handles, complete this step for each handle.
What’s the difference between dual handle and single handle Moen faucets?
Single handle faucets will contain one cartridge and dual handle faucets have two. There are a variety of cartridges used in Moen faucets, these are not interchangeable with each other. “How do I determine which cartridge I need?”
Why is water leaking from the base of my kitchen faucet?
Recommended Solution -Water can leak from various areas. A handle leak can puddle onto the base plate (escutcheon) making it appear to be a leak at the base of the faucet.
Why is my Moen kitchen faucet leaking water?
If a faucet is leaking water from the handle, the reason is usually the cartridge. Single handle faucets will contain one cartridge and dual handle faucets have two. There are a variety of cartridges used in Moen faucets, these are not interchangeable with each other.
Where can I buy a Moen kitchen faucet?
You can also identify your full faucet and replacement parts by visiting the Identify my Product page on Moen.com, or you can contact us at 1-800-BUY-MOEN. “Is my cartridge under warranty”- Moen has a faucet warranty and a parts warranty.
What to do if your kitchen faucet is leaking around the handle?
If the faucet is leaking from the handle, See article Kitchen Faucet: Leaking Around The Handle. If the faucet is leaking around the base of the faucet: If you have a single handle faucet with a side spray, you will need to replace the faucets O-rings and diverter.
What is the model number of a Moen cartridge?
Most Moen cartridge part numbers, also referred to as Model numbers, are within the 1200 series. However, there are exceptions. Cartridge 1255 – Single Duralast® cartridge.
