Hello Mary Giordano and thank you for the feedback you posted on the Home Depot website. We are sorry to hear of the issues you had with the installation of your new Moen Adler 2-Handle 1-Spray Tub and Shower Faucet in Chrome (Valve Included). The handles have a “H” or “C” stamped inside each handle for hot or cold. Thread the screws into the handles, then push each handle onto the adapter and hold securely while tightening the screw.
Handle Alignment Correction
Water to the valve does not need to be turned off for this adjustment.
1. Rotate each handle to the off position.
2. Remove the handle cap.
3. Remove the handle screw and handle (noting the direction the lever is point)
4. Disengage the handle adapter, replace the handle without screw and rotate to desired position.
5. Push handles back in and reinstall screw and handle cap
Handle Rotation Correction
Water to the valve must be turned off for this adjustment
1. Remove handle cap, screw, and handle.
2. Remove brass cartridge nut and handle adapter.
3. Remove shorter part of handle extension, rotate 180 degrees and reinstall.
4. Reinstall all parts in reverse order.
As the original owner/purchaser of the Moen Adler 2-Handle 1-Spray Tub and Shower Faucet in Chrome (Valve Included), you can contact Moen directly under the products lifetime limited warranty. Our product specialists would be happy to work with you to assist you with the issues you are having installing the handles as well as sending you any missing directions. They can be reached at 1-800-289-6636 and are currently available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 7:00 pm Eastern Time.