Installing Cartridge and Testing

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Tub/Shower Valve Replacement Behind The Bathroom Wall

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What happens here

The user turns on the water supply to flush out any flux or debris from the pipes. He then applies silicone grease to the O-rings on the valve cartridge and inserts it into the valve body, securing it with the brass bonnet nut. He then attaches the escutcheon plate and handle. Finally, he pressure tests the system by turning on the water and checking for any leaks behind the wall before proceeding.

Goal: Plumbing Fixture Installation

Tools and materials

Allen Wrench Unspecified — Tightening the set screw to secure the handle
Channel-Lock Pliers Channellock — Tightening the brass bonnet nut that holds the valve cartridge in place
Screwdriver Unspecified — Attaching the escutcheon plate
Silicone Grease Unspecified — Lubricating the O-rings on the valve cartridge
Valve Cartridge Unspecified — Controls the flow and temperature of the water

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Now, okay. That looks good. Okay, we got some water flowing. Now we'll stop. We ran a little bit of water. We got any debris out of here that we need. We're going to put a little silicone grease on our O-rings and then we're going to pop this in there. So this thing actually has a hot and a cold. Right, so hot side. That clicks right in place or you're able to take that ring that secures this in place. Just get that tight. Just a little snug. Nothing crazy. You want to make sure you put this O-ring on. It's what helps make this ring right here slide on. And then it's just going to slide on right like this. There's this little ring that goes in and it just gives you a little space between the end of this discussion right here and this part of the valve. Grab the handle. That is the off position and it just put this little set screw in there. Comes with an Allen wrench. Fewer out of the tough line. A little bit of make a lock.

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