I recently replaced a leaking flapper valve inside my toilet. Now when I flush the toilet I have to hold the flushing handle on the outside of the toilet down in order for it to finish flushing, when usually all you have to do is depress it and release it for it to flush. How do I fix it so it does this again and I don't have to hold it down until the bowl finishes flusing?
2007-02-22 03:45:15 · 10 answers · asked by Cynthia 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Tighten the chain that connects to the flapper. Just a little bit until it works right.
2007-02-22 03:48:42 · answer #1 · answered by jacksfullhouse 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
You have the chain from the handle lever to the flapper to long. Adjust the chain shorter until the flapper stays when you flush the toilet.
2007-02-22 19:37:52 · answer #2 · answered by lionel1666 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tighten The Chain That Connects Flapper To Handel.
2007-02-22 11:58:26 · answer #3 · answered by bob r 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The thing that makes the flapper close is suction, that is, water leaving the tank fast enough. So, if the jet (the one inch hole at the bottom inside of the bowl) is clogged with calcium deposit, that will affect it. Turn off the water supply, flush the tank to empty it and fill it with a gallon of vinegar. Let soak for several hours. Check to see that the jet is clear, it should be open enough for you to fit your index finger through. (really) You may need to "chisel gently" at the calcium with an old chopstick or screwdriver. I guarantee that this is the problem.
2007-02-24 01:14:56 · answer #4 · answered by Emee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your chain that connects to the flapper and the handle extension is probably too long, or perhaps the water is not filling fast enough.
2007-02-22 11:52:39 · answer #5 · answered by rrrevils 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Make the chain shorter inside the tank. Always worked for me.
2007-02-22 11:48:55 · answer #6 · answered by Ringo 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You need to adjust the chain or rubber on the flap shorter.
2007-02-22 13:52:53 · answer #7 · answered by mybestemail69 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Is the chain too long or too short? also do you have enough water pressure?
2007-02-22 11:49:31 · answer #8 · answered by tjnw79 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
adjust the float chain take the slack out of it.
2007-02-22 15:23:49 · answer #9 · answered by duc602 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
http://www.toiletology.com/index.shtml
2007-02-22 11:49:21 · answer #10 · answered by Life after 45 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋