Be sure to purchase a kit that matches your toilet.
For specialty or atypical toilet flush valve set-ups, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions to make repairs.
Turn the handle on the valve fully clockwise to shut off the water.
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Both of these are usually mounted with a bracket that clamps over the overflow tube.
Remove the old flapper or tank ball along with any brackets, guide wires, or flush lever chain.
There should be nothing left of the old assembly, only the exposed seat of the drain valve.
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Be careful not to drop anything into the drain valve opening, as it could clog the toilet.
Soak up this water with a sponge until the tank is fully empty.
A plastic or porcelain flush valve opening can be cleaned with a scrub brush.
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If you notice cracks in the valve seat, it is beyond repair and will need to be replaced.
Press lightly to set it in place.
Do not press too hard.
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The chain should pull straight up or be angled slightly back toward the hinge of the flapper assembly.
once you nail the proper location, remove the paper from the top of the sealant ring.
If you should probably adjust the chain length to achieve proper operation, do it now.
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