Replace Moen Faucet Cartridge 1255

Cartridge identification and installation help.

Replace moen faucet cartridge 1255.

Make sure no debris remains. If your moen faucet was manufactured after 2009 and you are looking at the 1225 cartridge it is possible that you may actually have a 1255 cartridge because cartridge styles can vary by the date of manufacture. Lift the 1255 cartridge out of the faucet. Cartridge identification and installation help.

Use a soft brush to clean the inside of the chamber. If you have a moen that uses the 1255 this is the right replacement cartridge. The 1200 cartridge is all brass and was used from the late 1950 rsquo s until 1981 when the 1225 cartridge was introduced. Moen 1222 one handle posi temp faucet cartridge replacement for moen tub shower and shower only configurations brass and plastic 4 7 out of 5 stars 975 47 79 47.

Be warned that in order for a leak free replacement make sure to push seat the cartridge against the faucet as you tighten the retaining nut. Using the grey assembly tool supplied with the faucet pliers or wrench unscrew the 1255 cartridge nut counter clockwise and remove. The moen duralast replacement cartridge cannot be interchanged with faucets that use the 1200 or 1225 cartridges. If you re not quite sure we d recommend that you refer to the original documentation that came with your faucet or feel free to.