Closet Carrier Handle Assembly

A closet carrier system for a water closet, comprising:

• a faceplate;
• a coupling connected to and extending from the faceplate, the coupling being configured to be connected to the water closet and placed in fluid communication therewith;
• at least one vertical support connected to the faceplate for supporting the system on a floor surface;
• and
• a detachable handle assembly for connection to at least a portion of the faceplate, the detachable handle assembly comprising:
• a handle body;
• at least one arm extending from the handle body;
• at least one hook extending from the at least one arm;
• and
• at least one latch movably attached to the at least one arm proximate to the at least one hook,
• wherein the detachable handle assembly is configured for lifting and transporting the faceplate.

A method of assembling a closet carrier system for a water closet comprising:

• providing a faceplate;
• providing at least one vertical support, the at least one vertical support being configured to be adjustably connected to the faceplate for supporting the carrier system on a floor surface;
• providing a coupling, the coupling being configured to be adjustably connected to the faceplate, and configured to be connected to the water closet and placed in fluid communication therewith;
• providing a detachable handle;
• connecting the detachable handle to at least a portion of the faceplate;
• and
• lifting and transporting at least the faceplate by the detachable handle to an installation site.