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Jan 28, 2009, 11:13 AM
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How to take out Governor in New Moen Shower Head
Greetings! I just purchased a new Moen: Inspire Nine Inch Rainshower head. Model number 21999. I would like to take out the water saver restricter/Governor. Can you please tell me where it is located and how to take it out? I live out in the country on my own well for water so not worried about conserving water.
Model Number is 21999/Chrome finish
Says it puts out 2.5gpm
Thank-you
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Ultra Member
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Jan 28, 2009, 11:45 AM
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Hello Ten1sBoy,
As per Moen instruction the restrictor is a code requirement and they would not instruct and have no instruction on line to remove the restrictor, if you want look for it when the shower head is not installed you be able to see it, good luck.
John
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Senior Plumbing Expert
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Jan 28, 2009, 12:02 PM
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Hi all...
The restrictor is inside the shower head where it attaches to the shower arm. Remove the shower head and then use the tip of a screw to remove the black o-ring (see picture below). Otherwise, use a drill to drill through the restrictor or use a long screw to screw into the restrictor and pull it out. You can remove the entire restrictor or just part of it...
Be aware that sometimes these restrictors are designed to increase pressure while decreasing volume, so the shower may not appear to improve much... ;)
Let us know.. OK?
MARK
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New Member
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Jan 28, 2009, 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by massplumber2008
Hi all...
The restrictor is inside the shower head where it attaches to the shower arm. Remove the shower head and then use the tip of a screw to remove the black o-ring (see picture below). Otherwise, use a drill to drill through the restrictor or use a long screw to screw into the restrictor and pull it out. You can remove the entire restrictor or just part of it...
Be aware that sometimes these restrictors are designed to increase pressure while decreasing volume, so the shower may not appear to improve much...;)
Let us know..OK?
MARK
Thanks so much! I took out the middle part of the green restrictor and now I have the water pressure like the "Elephant Shower Head" from the scene of the Black Market seller of shower heads on one of the Seinfeld episodes where Kramer wasn't getting enough pressure and his hair looked flat! Awesome suggestion
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Plumbing Expert
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Jan 28, 2009, 09:21 PM
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Lol!!
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Ultra Member
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Jan 28, 2009, 10:14 PM
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Hi Mark you did well, but I went by the Moen recommendation, they don’t allow the restrictor to be removed because it is required by the code, any how it is great that Ten1sBoy followed your instruction and he is happy with it, Thanks.
Regards,
John
Hi Mark and Milo, how would you guys attach a link or an Image to a privet email I wanted to share something with you guys but was not able to do so, if you guys know the trick please let me know, also I will be heading to Hong Kong again tomorrow you may not hear from me for a few days when I am in transit, Thanks.
Regards,
John
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Senior Plumbing Expert
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Jan 29, 2009, 04:49 AM
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I don't know John, but I'll look into it and let you know. Have good trip!
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New Member
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Apr 14, 2012, 01:22 PM
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It worked in April 2012 - I just followed the directions about taking out the O ring in the Moen shower head, and it worked like a charm! I was going to return it, but all I could think about was that a new one would have the same problem. Now I have pressure and I'm not cussing about Moen. So, MassPlumber2008, you're brilliant!
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Senior Plumbing Expert
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Apr 14, 2012, 02:04 PM
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*Blushes*... my Mom thinks so, too! Thanks!
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New Member
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Aug 19, 2012, 06:53 AM
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Just purchased a Moen rainfall showerhead from Amazon, appreciate your advice, and have a related question: Assuming that I don't drill the governor out, is it possible/diifficult to replace it? Thanks
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Eternal Plumber
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Aug 19, 2012, 07:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Missilemonger
Just purchased a Moen rainfall showerhead from Amazon, appreciate your advice, and have a related question: Assuming that I don't drill the governor out, is it possible/diifficult to replace it? Thanks
You don't "drill" it out you pry it out. And yes, It can be replaced. Good luck, Tom
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Home Improvement & Construction Expert
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Aug 19, 2012, 07:12 AM
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I guess I don't understand your question.
You remove the restrictor and try the shower head. If you don't like the results, you put it back.
If you want something some where in between, you enlarge the hole in the restrictor.
If you muck it up I'm sure you can get a new one from Moen, probably without charge.
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New Member
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Aug 19, 2012, 03:37 PM
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Thanks Guys. I mentioned drilling it out because Response #3 (massplumber) suggested drilling as one way of getting rid of the governor.
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New Member
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Aug 29, 2012, 06:29 PM
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First I removed the four plastic semi-round pieces sticking out, but pulling them out with pliers.
Second I removed the small rubber o-ring with pliers.
Next, I put a hammer to a flathead screwdriver and popped in the remaining plastic piece.
The last part was fishing it out from the inside with tweezers and a long/sharp stick. (this part is tricky, but if you flip it upside down, it should come right out)
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New Member
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Jan 31, 2014, 01:45 PM
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Removing the rubber o-ring from the restrictor did wonders. My o-ring was starting to break down and was more or less clogging up the shower head. I removed the rubber washer and it's better than new with more pressure.
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