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How to Install a Moen Hand Shower Head

I recently decided to replace my ageing shower head with a newer model. After doing some research, I decided to install a Moen Attract 4-inch 6-function hand shower with Magnetix docking system. Not wanting to pay a plumber for the installation, I decided to complete the install on my own. While I worked, I captured the steps tat I took on a video so that other people could use it as reference material for their own installation. I inserted the video that resulted at the end of this post. For your reference, I'm also going to post the shower parts and tools that I used to complete the install.

 

Parts

Completing the install only required the purchase of a new shower head or hand shower. This is the one I got and I am very happy with it:

To make the install go smoothly and to help protect against leaks, it's a good idea to wrap the threads with some plumber's tape (PTFE tape). This lubricates the threads and helps create a lasting seal. Plumber's tape is very inexpensive and easy to use. This is similar to what I used:


Tools

I did not need any tools to complete my install. However, if your old shower head is difficult to remove, a pair of Channellock pliers would be very helpful.

Steps

To complete the installation, I took the following steps (as outlined in the video below). For your convenience, I've also produced a printable PDF of these steps.

  1. Purchase a new shower head or hand shower.
  2. Remove the old shower head.
  3. Apply plumber's tape to the shower arm threads. (optional)
  4. Hand tighten the handheld bracket and rubber washer to the shower arm.
  5. Insert rubber seals into hose ends.
  6. Apply plumber's tape to the shower head threads. (optional)
  7. Apply plumber's tape to the bracket threads. (optional)
  8. Hand tighten one end of the hose to the bracket.
  9. Hand tighten the other hose end to the shower head.
  10. Turn on the shower and check for leaks.

     

    Video



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