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Disassemble and Flush Fill Valve Internals

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What happens here

With the cap removed, you'll see the internal components of the fill valve. Pull up on the arm of the fill valve (this is usually the part connected to the float). While holding the arm up, turn the top part of the fill valve counter-clockwise to release it. Once released, inspect the inside of the valve for any debris, mineral buildup, or foreign objects that might be restricting water flow. To flush out any internal debris, place a cup or your hand tightly over the opening where the water enters and briefly turn the main water supply back on for 1-2 seconds. This will create a powerful flush that expels any blockages. Then, immediately turn the water supply back off.

Goal: Clear any obstructions from the toilet's fill valve mechanism.

Tools and materials

  • Cup — To cover the fill valve opening during flushing
  • Toilet Fill Valve — The main component being cleaned
  • Water Shut-Off Valve — Briefly restoring water to flush the valve

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your toilet fill faster. Let's go from this to this. First thing we're going to do, shut off the water. Second thing we're going to do, remove this cap. Can be a little bit stubborn, but you can make it work. Pull up on that arm, turn counterclockwise, that's going to go ahead and release the top of this. Okay, fill down in there, make sure there's no debris, put either a cup or your hand, turn your water back on. Alright, put that back down, push it down in there, turn clockwise, it'll click in place. Pop the cap back on, the hose was really dirty, I removed the hose,

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