by Ms. Yoshiko Hickle
Published 3 years ago
Updated 2 years ago
I didn't want to remove the whole tank and install a new overflow pipe and flush valve seat so I had to take 1 1/2 inches off the overflow while it was still in the tank. I found that a hacksaw blade from a reciprocating saw used by hand was the best option to shorten the pipe.Jul 31, 2019
How tall should the overflow tube be?
Fluidmaster instructs setting the height of the overflow pipe at least 1 inch below the opening of the tank lever.
How do you shorten a refill tube in a toilet?
To shorten a tube, pull out the toilet overflow tube from the overflow and hold it just above the overflow opening.Trim it right there and then clip it to the side of the overflow tube. ... Now that you're all done. ... Also, check the water line level to ensure it refills to the right level. ... Great Job!
Can you cut the refill tube?
There is no mark, but there is a water stain. Trimming an inch off the overflow tube, will lower the water level by an inch, and thus an inch below the stain level. With the new valve and the old overflow tube, it is not possible to have both the old water level and a 1" CL clearance.
How do you cut a flush valve?
0:181:15How to Lower Flush Valves on Toilets After Installation - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThere's a couple of different tools can be used we prefer to use a mini hacksaw. Or some kind of aMoreThere's a couple of different tools can be used we prefer to use a mini hacksaw. Or some kind of a saw that will fit inside of here.
Why does the toilet refill tube go into the overflow tube?
An overflow tube is a vertical tube inside the tank of a toilet. It's purpose is to move water into the bowl in the case where the ballcock malfunctions to prevents water in the tank from overflowing.
Is the fill tube supposed to go into the overflow tube?
Most importantly, the refill tube must always stay above the overflow tube, otherwise the water will flow backwards and keep the tube full.
How do you adjust the height of an overflow tube in a toilet?
0:191:45Adjusting height of fill valve when installed in tank - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipPlace your thumb on the side of the arm and twist the cap and the arm together. And then it's goingMorePlace your thumb on the side of the arm and twist the cap and the arm together. And then it's going to lift right off the top of the valve remove the refill hose.
Why does my toilet take so long to fill after flushing?
If your toilet is slow to fill, it might be due to one of four reasons: a clogged vent, a clogged drain, faulty plumbing, or a blocked pipe. 1. A clogged vent. If your vent is clogged, the air won't be able to escape from the tank, and the water will take longer to fill up.
Why does my toilet keep running every few minutes?
If the toilet keeps running or runs intermittently, you're not getting a good seal. Try a different flapper if the toilet won't stop running. If you just can't find a flapper that seals, consider replacing the entire toilet overflow tube/flapper. On most toilets (two-piece), this means removing the tank.
Do all toilets have an overflow pipe?
A modern toilet will have an internal overflow Flush Valve fitted, which is great as it removes the unsightly overflow pipe and saves drilling a hole in your house for it. But it does mean you need to look out for the signs that your cistern is overfilling.
How does an overflow pipe work?
An overflow pipe is an extension from a storage tank or cistern that stops the water from overflowing. It's an essential part of a home's water storage systems, ensuring that your house does not flood with water; thus, the pipe is sometimes extended from the rear of the house wherever the water is discharged.
What are overflow pipes?
One common use of an overflow pipe is found in toilet tanks. Overflow pipes are large pipes that make it possible to discharge surplus liquid from tank or other storage device without causing any damage.
What size is a toilet refill tube?
approximately 1/8-inchThe flapper regulates the amount of water that passes from the tank into your bowl during the flush cycle. Refill Tube - This is the small plastic tube (approximately 1/8-inch in diameter) that is connected near the top of the ballcock mechanism on 1 end and to the inside of the overflow tube on the other end.
What is the little hose for in a toilet tank?
1 water goes to the overflow tube thru the refill hose to refill the toilet after flushing , this is to keep sewer gas from entering the room and to prepare for the next flush.
How does a toilet refill tube work?
The filler valve (or refill valve) sends water in two directions. Some of the water goes down the refill tube and starts refilling the tank. The rest goes through the bowl refill tube, and down the overflow tube into the bowl. This refills the bowl slowly.
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