Flush the toilet to empty the tank.
Remove the tank lid and set it aside in a safe place.
Mop out the remaining water from the tank and the bowl with a large sponge.
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Squeeze the water out into a bucket and repeat the process until the tank and bowl are dry.
Remove the nuts the bolts, using anadjustable wrench.
Also, it’s essential to remove all wax from the closet flange on the floor.
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Inspect the closet flange.
If it is damaged, you will have to replace or repair it.
Also, double-check the toilet sits level, using a 2-foot level.
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If necessary, level the toilet byshimming beneath itwith stainless steel or plastic shims.
Once the ring touches the floor, it cannot be reused.
Foam gaskets, or waxless rings, offer a mess-free and easy-to-use alternative to conventional wax rings.
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Push the toilet base down with gentle rocking pressure until it is firmly seated against the floor.
roll out the washer and nut onto each closet bolt.
Be careful not to over-tighten the bolts, or the tank base may crack.
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Cover the bolts with the plastic caps.
load the toilettank onto the base, if they were separated.
launch the toilet’s shutoff valve by turning it counterclockwise all the way.
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Let the toilet tank fill, then flush the toilet to check for proper operation.
Watch for leaks at the water line connections and around the toilet base.
If desired, seal around the base of the toilet with a bead of pure silicone caulk.
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Some installers leave the very back of the base uncaulked so that atoilet leakwill reveal itself more readily.
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