How To Change a Broken Toilet Flush Handle
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To replace a toilet flush handle, you must first unscrew the retaining screw and remove the plastic retaining nut to detach the old handle. Then, hook the new handle's wire connector to the lever, insert the handle through the toilet bowl, and secure it by tightening the retaining screw and nut. Finally, test the new handle by flushing the toilet to ensure it works properly.
How To Change a Broken Toilet Flush Handle
- 1. How to Change a Toilet Flush Handle Replacing the handle of a toilet will give it a refreshed look, and our clear and simple step-by-step guide will help you complete this job quickly and effortlessly. www.topline.ie How to GuidesTopline - Home, Garden & DIY
- 2. Step 1: Unscrew Retaining Screw • Remove the cistern lid and place it aside in a safe place. • Unscrew the retaining screw on the syphon actuation lever (the back of the toilet flush handle) and unhook the wire connector.
- 3. Step 2: Remove Plastic Retaining Nut • Hold the handle in one hand while loosening the retaining plastic nut with an adjustable wrench, then remove the nut.
- 4. Step 3: Remove Handle • Remove the old flush handle, lever and wire connector.
- 5. Step 4: Insert New Handle • Hook the wire connector onto the lever and pull it upwards slightly to tension the syphoning mechanism. Insert the new handle through the toilet and holding the handle at the correct flush start position, push the square axle into the lever. • Tighten the lever retaining screw and the handle retaining nut.
- 6. Step 5: Test New Handle • Replace the cistern lid and check that the toilet flushes correctly, and that the handle is in the correct position.
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