What kind of flush valve does a Kohler toilet use?
What kind of flush valve does a Kohler toilet use?
If you own a modern Kohler toilet like the Kohler Cimarron, then you know it uses a different flush valve from other toilets. Kohler toilets use an AquaPiston canister flush valve which has a rubber seal/gasket at the bottom.
How do you replace a Kohler toilet flapper?
A Kohler toilet flapper is a cylindrical canister that lifts up completely to allow water to flow the bowl from a 360 degrees angle. To remove it, turn off the water to the toilet, rotate it a ¼ turn counterclockwise and lift it off. To install a new one align the guide to the base and rotate it ¼ turn clockwise.
Where do I find the part numbers on my Kohler toilet?
The replacement part numbers for the float/fill valve, flush valve, tank gasket and flush ball/flapper are listed for each toilet. To view all the service parts for your toilet, visit KOHLER.com/serviceparts for the expanded service parts pages. Part numbers are imprinted on the underside of the tank lid.
What causes a Kohler toilet to keep running?
A Kohler toilet that keeps running is mostly as a result of faulty canister flush valve seal. Replacing or cleaning the seal will fix the problem. Sometimes a running Kohler toilet could be due to a defective fill valve that is continuously feeling the tank. 3. Why is my Kohler toilet hissing?
Can a canister flush valve fit a Kohler toilet?
If you have updated your flush valve to a canister style flush valve, then yes it will fit. Otherwise, it will not fit your toilet. You need to purchase Kohler GP1145626 Flush Valve Gasket which has replaced the 53154 for the Kohler Wellworth Peacekeeper Series toilet.
Where is the fill valve number on a Kohler Class 5 toilet?
Fill valve (red cap) GP1083167 Part numbers are imprinted on the underside of the tank lid. Toilet number is imprinted on the inside back of tank. Toilets that have a 3¼-inch flapper are Class Five toilets. All Class Five toilets use fill valve GP1083167. For detailed parts listings, see pages 42-45. 9 Flapper
A Kohler toilet that keeps running is mostly as a result of faulty canister flush valve seal. Replacing or cleaning the seal will fix the problem. Sometimes a running Kohler toilet could be due to a defective fill valve that is continuously feeling the tank. 3. Why is my Kohler toilet hissing?
Where is the shut off valve on a Kohler toilet?
The toilet shut off valve is the knob on the wall behind the toilet. Turn the valve clockwise and if you have a push/pull valve pull it all the way out.