If you need a new diaphram or repair kit, then visit our website: www.amresupply.com/catalog/Diaphragms-PF12?brands=Sloan

@thomasnguyen2993

3 жыл бұрын

Where can I find the model number of the sloan flush valve?

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

@@thomasnguyen2993 Hi Thomas, thank you for watching. Sloan has a reference guide for this: www.sloan.com/sites/default/files/2018-12/CompleteMaintGuide2018_0.pdf

Excellent and succinct explanation with fantastic production value. Just saved me a bunch of money by being able to take care of this myself instead of calling a plumber. You guys rock.

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jacob, we're so glad the video helped you repair your flushometer! Overall we try to make all of our videos informative with graphics and to the point explanations, we have many more on our channel!

3 years later and this video is still useful. Fixed a toilet at the shop that’s been giving people trouble for months

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Connor, we're glad that you found it helpful! Our older videos still have some good info but we've definitely improved on how we approach troubleshooting and film each video. If you're curious this is a good example of the quality we're aiming for with all of our new videos kzread.info/dash/bejne/f6xq1Lx6abzeppc.html

This was super helpful. I live in military housing with this toilet. Flushed one morning and it wouldn’t stop. I googled the issue, found this, and stopped wasting water. It was simply a degraded diaphragm assembly. These are easier to fix than a standard tank unit. Thank you, thank you!

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Daniel! We're glad that the video helped you out! These flushometers are fairly simple once you know how they work and have less moving parts than a standard tank unit. Cheers!

Thank you, clear, concise, easy to follow, Like Alexander, this just helped me out at work too.

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting Ginger! We're glad that more and more people are finding these videos helpful!

I so appreciate the explanation without a bunch of extra chatter and also the steady camera. Thank you

@AmreSupply

6 ай бұрын

You're welcome! We're just happy to share some good information and we've found a style and way of filming that makes it clear. If you're curious we're currently releasing more refrigerator repair videos. More detailed graphics in these but a similar style: kzread.info/head/PLCo9SMjkdWBxXf2GEiSiunxAlN3ENxXGq

Excellent. Well explained and not a lot of unnecessary talking. Love the diagrams and explanation. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! We put a lot of effort into making the graphics, so we're glad to hear that they are helpful! If you're curious we have an entire "how it works" playlist which is even more detailed than this video on various topics: kzread.info/head/PLCo9SMjkdWBxWwrWCmzvRMSi2kLo9bGdp

Thanks for the two replys about the bi-pass hole. I soaked every part of the flushometer in degreaser and water for three hours, after disassembling it. I disassembled the diaphragm completely, removing the two plastic rings, and did see two slits in it. After cleaning it and reassembling all parts and pieces the flushometer worked like new. Thanks.

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the update! We're just happy to help and we're glad that cleaning it worked.

Thank you. It was very clear and easy.😊

Perfect! This clip is detailed, it covers the essential points and it's not too loooong!

@AmreSupply

3 ай бұрын

Thank you, we're just happy to help!

Thanks for this! Just helped me out at work.

@AmreSupply

6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Alexander! We're glad you found it helpful!

Excellent description of system and how it works. Thank you

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Andrew, we're glad you found the animations helpful!

Very nicely done, not to fast, and no distracting music in the background

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! We try to make all of our videos with this same feel and pacing. Cheers!

Thank you that helps me out please keep them videos coming. Thank you again

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, we're just happy to help! We're currently filming a series on refrigerator troubleshooting and repairs which will be out in 2022 so it will be a while until we film more plumbing videos.

Perfectly clear ... great information and presentation. Thank you.

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome John, we're glad you found the video helpful!

SUUUUUPER helpful Vance!! thanks again!!!

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, we're just happy to help!

Thanks for demystifying this type of plumbing and the problems that can occur. I can replace an $8 part instead of calling a commercial plumber for $275 per hour. Excellent tutorial and diagrams made this a 30 minute fix on a urinal that has had problems for a year.

@AmreSupply

8 ай бұрын

You're welcome, we're just happy to help! There are many repairs that take the skills and knowledge of a professional but for something like a diaphram replacement, it is an easy fix.

Great video. He couldn’t have explained It better.

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, we're just happy to help!

I tried again and It worked . Thanks for the info

@AmreSupply

6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Steve, we're glad you've got everything up and running now!

Thank you for this info, its well appreciated

@AmreSupply

6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Frankie, we're glad you found the information helpful!

Thanks, this helped me fix a Sloan toilet that wouldn't stop flowing water! Don't forget to put the black plastic Cap back on!!!

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, we're just happy to help!

EXCELLENT VIDEO, GREAT JOB !

@AmreSupply

6 ай бұрын

Thank you, we're just happy to share some good info!

Very clear explanation, Nice job

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ralph, we're glad you found it helpful!

Nice job! Very helpful!

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We're glad you found it helpful! Now if you find these videos useful and want to support the channel you can simply like, share or even subscribe as every little bit helps.

Interesting. The metal fragments inside my diaphragm were all moved around. It seems like it kept a diaphragm from seating property. So I straightened them back out and put it back in and now it flushes fine. This video was a great help.

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, we're glad that the video was helpful!

thank you , good that you have explain how it works thank you again

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome josephsrimal, we're glad you found it helpful!

Great job on this video!

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you David! We're glad you found the video helpful!

very simple explained. Saved me a lot o money!!! Thanks!

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, we're just happy to have helped!

Thanks so much for this tutorial video! The diagram showing the inner workings of the flush o meter is particularly useful. It gave me the confidence to tackle toilet repair without having to call a plumber. Tried one just by replacing the diaphragm and another replacing the full drop in kit. Both worked!

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! We put a lot of effort into explaining how it works as we know its important to know the "why" behind any repair. We're glad that the video helped you do the repair!

Clear and good information. Thank you for the video.

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! We're just happy to help!

Excelente tutorial, te lo agradezco me ilustró al cien, siempre se aprende algo nuevo cada día, saludos amigo 👍

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Gracias!

Great demonstration.

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks, fixed my problem. This makes it so simple. Had a bad diaphragm.

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, we're glad that the video helped you out!

Great instructions. Thank you

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

Great video! Thanks

@AmreSupply

11 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

Great video easy to understand

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, we're glad that you found it helpful!

Helped a lot !

@AmreSupply

10 ай бұрын

Thank you we are glad to hear it!

thanks -- a great resource!

@AmreSupply

6 жыл бұрын

We're glad you found it helpful Eric Tomaskovic!

ha best video for 15 years not one rep has been able to explain the flow ring size and the colors and its not marked on the box so god help you have them fall out and fix with others.

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! You're right the flow rings is not clearly explained or mentioned very often. Its surprising because such a small detail can really change the results of the repair!

Nice video. Thank you.

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Mike! We're glad you found it helpful!

Great video!!

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Charles!

Great instructions

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks this is great and. Helpful.

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Thanks for sharing

@AmreSupply

6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Adriano Larios!

Vance you are the shit I love this video and I believe I am an expert in plumbing now but only with sloan, please post more videos thanks. - your bud the maintenance guys!!!!!!!!

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! We're glad you found it helpful! We have lots more videos on Flushometers almost 80 videos now kzread.infoplaylists?shelf_id=11&view=50&sort=dd - Since its winter we have just updated our furnace video series: kzread.info/head/PLCo9SMjkdWBzorzNrARLKALj9fW7HzHMh

Excellent!

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Luis!

Thank you sooo helpful

@AmreSupply

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Angel, we're glad you found the video helpful!

Very helpful video - nice explanation! One suggestion, if you redo this in the future, you might want to mention that when removing / restoring the cap, the pressure in unscrewing it can jiggle the tailpiece, which may then require replacing the O-ring on that tailpiece. It happened to me and I had to make 2 trips to Ferguson - one for the diaphragm and one for the O-ring.

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Todd! That is a great suggestion on the o-ring and its something that would have been good to mention more in these videos. We likely won't be updating the flushometer videos for a little while as we are focused on appliance repairs at the moment. We just finished a huge series on oven and stove troubleshooting kzread.info/head/PLCo9SMjkdWBysYYCcg5xQLiVh_cW0JQvt and we're working on refrigerators next, so that will keep our video team busy for quite a while.

Well explained.

@AmreSupply

14 күн бұрын

Thank you, we're just glad to share some good info!

I love it!

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Juma!

Thank you

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Good job thanks

@AmreSupply

6 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

awesome dude

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Good vdos I'm like saend Mr vdos

Thank you I have fixed my toilet

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, we're just happy to help!

Awesome 👏🏿

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

Amazing thanks

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Isiah! We're just happy to help!

Thanks!

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Very good

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great thanks

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

This a great video to show why the Sloan is not working and how to fix it. Aloha

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Kajukenbo, we're glad you found it helpful!

Thanks

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

thank you i learned a lot’s

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! We're just happy to help!

gracias

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Woo hoo, I can now fix the toilet everyone has been yelling at me about!

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, we're glad the video helped you out!!

GOT A SLOAN URINAL REPLACED THE INSIDES OF THE FLUSH UNIT AND NOW IT WON'T STOP RUNNING. TRIED TO ADJUST IT THAT DIDN'T WORK ANY SUGGESTIONS. THANKS IN ADVANCE

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeffery, thank you for watching. Its possible that the diaphragm or relief valve are not making a good seal with the valve seat. With the diaphragm removed, give it a good cleaning. Also check for any damage or corrosion on the valve seat.

Exelent

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

very well dome

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bill!

I followed the instructions, but the water still just keeps flowing. any ideas?

How wide do the jaws of the wrench need to be to screw the flushometer cover? These Sloan flushometer cover screws are quite wide

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

You'll need a wrench that can open to an 1-1/2" width.

Eccellente.

@AmreSupply

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you. For your help question how do you use a sloan toilet instead of the float in the water closet

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Many homes don't have the pipe size to handle a flushometer as it can starve other fixtures. An installation like this in a residential home is often best handled by a plumber.

@brucebonkowski9568

Жыл бұрын

@@AmreSupply yes I agree

Please show the bi-pass hole. That would help me out a lot.

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. The bi-pass hole on these models can sometimes be seen below. You can view it on the 360 viewer: www.amresupply.com/part/A-41-A-SLOAN-RP-KIT-1-6GPF-6LPF#gallery01-6 There is some variation and not all will have this though.

Saved me money by not replacing the whole valve .thanks

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Willie. We're just happy to help out!

I love the vixeo

@AmreSupply

11 ай бұрын

Thank you, we're just happy to help!

What is the flow rings function located underneath the diaphragm

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. The relief valve and the flow rings slightly restricts the flow and changes the timing of the valve. This is how it is calibrated to achieve a specific gallon per flush. The rubber diaphragm itself is the same for all gpf.

Wow this channel is amazing 'i feel like im ready to do basic repairs at my establishment..

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Derick, we're just glad that you're finding the content useful!

I cant figure out the part numbers, do you have a tech support line?

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dean, thank you for watching. If you have questions you can contact our customer care center at 1-800-661-9891, additionally we have parts breakdowns on our website. For example here is one for a Royal Flushometer that might be helpful www.amresupply.com/lookup/254094/1676876 and here is a list of all the diaphragms for different gpm www.amresupply.com/catalog/Diaphragms-PF12?brands=Sloan

When i flush my toilet, it all gets drained and then runs for about a minute before completely filling up and stopping. Does this mean my bypass hole is starting to get blocked? Or not really because it is not running and never stopping, just flushing for about a minute before filling and stopping which is longer than normal.

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. What is likely happening is that the bypass hole is likely clogged with mineral or corroded rubber from the diaphragm. It's likely not completely blocked but is taking longer than normal to fill the upper chamber, resulting in a long flush. If you try to clean the diaphragm and it doesn't help, then installing a new diaphram of the correct gpf should fix the problem.

I meant the bypass hole, does it matter where it is positioned?

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Vinceleto, the valve is circular so the position of the bypass hole doesn't matter. You can drop in the diaphragm and you'll be good to go!

Hi am trying to replace the diaphragm and I have a white relief valve in my toilet (A-15-A). I bought a A-38-A replacement kit and it has a blue relief valve but still has the A-15-A part number. I dropped it in and I'm getting a short flush. I made adjustments to the control valve but am still getting a short flush. I also confirmed my Sloan Royal is 3.5GPF. Any help??

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. The A-15-A refers to the diaphragm itself. Using a different color relief valve will change the flush. If you unscrew the diaphragm then use all the old plastic parts and just swap out the new diaphram.

@parthsoni4940

2 жыл бұрын

@@AmreSupply Thanks for the quick reply!! I used the same white relief valve but still get a short flush...I've ordered a new white valve and hope that does the trick!

What does the control stop do? Mine does not have any affects on the behavior of the toilet

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tino, thank you for watching. The control stop is a valve. By turning the screw it will push the rubber stopper forward to close the valve. If turning the screw either way does nothing at all, then its possible that the threads are stripped. You can see how to replace it in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aIyVzZWCeNbLkso.html

@cpabrego

3 жыл бұрын

@@AmreSupply thank you, would a bad control stop cause flushing issues?

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

@@cpabrego A control stop can cause short flushing if its closed too much then it will prevent the full flush volume from being delivered. The different problems are covered in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/h6Sf05qqedqqZbA.html

Does it matter where the little hole on the diaphragm is positioned or just drop the unit in and you are good?

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Vinceleto, the valve is circular so the position of the bypass hole doesn't matter. You can drop in the diaphragm and you'll be good to go!

@vinceleto

4 жыл бұрын

AMRE Supply thank you

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

I have replace the diaphram, vacuum breaker and handle trying to get the water to stop flowing. What can I check now, since all 3 of those inside pieces are new?

@AmreSupply

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. It's best to clean the valve seat to make sure there is no mineral buildup or anything that might prevent the valve from making a good seal. If any water leaks into the upper chamber, then the valve will not close and water will continue to flow.

@580outdoors8

4 ай бұрын

@@AmreSupplypiggybacking off this question/comment. I’ve done the same, even installed a new flushometer body so there’s no build up of any kind but it still won’t stop running constantly. Any other suggestions to try out?

@AmreSupply

4 ай бұрын

@@580outdoors8 If you've installed a new diaphragm, a new valve body and that there is no corrosion or mineral breakup that might prevent the diaphragm from sitting properly on the valve, then you should also check the handle. It is possible that the handle is stuck and is pressing on the relief valve and preventing the valve from resetting.

@580outdoors8

4 ай бұрын

@@AmreSupply Everything except the control stop is new. Checked the handle and didn’t see any issues with it. As soon as I turn on the control stop, water starts flowing. Never have had this kind of problem with any of the others that I’ve worked on here at my workplace.

Anyone notice that the wrench was being used backwards when tightening the top cap???

@AmreSupply

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. There is no shortage on debate on if flipping the wrench the other way will increase or decrease the torque. There are times where the additional space to move the wrench requires you to orientate it in a specific way. Other times it doesn't make much of a difference if the torque is low.

Thanks for the uploads. My toilet flush odometer is sweaty and cold to the touch. Also the feeder pipe feels and sounds like water is constantly running thru it. Is this normal? Thanks anyone

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. What you are noticing is condensation. Since there is cold water inside the pipes, its causing water vapor in the air to condense from a vapor into a liquid, which is collecting on the pipe. Generally if the flushometer valve is closed all the way there shouldn't be water running to it. The pipes are connected to the system so there might be water running somewhere else in the line, which you might be hearing.

@Jimfromearthoo7

4 жыл бұрын

AMRE Supply I hear and feel when I touch the pipe water running from the feeder pipe coming out of the wall and connecting to the Sloan flush odometer. I’m on 2nd floor of 14 unit apartment build in 1931. Bay Ridge Brooklyn, NY.

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

@@Jimfromearthoo7 If there's no water coming out of the flushometer at rest, then the sound shouldn't be a concern. If there is water continuously coming out of the valve then the diaphragm is likely not sealing properly.

@Jimfromearthoo7

4 жыл бұрын

AMRE Supply let me reiterate. 1, the Sloan flush odometer is always sweaty. 2, feels cool to touch. 3, it feels and sounds like water is running from the small pipe that feeds the water. No water is leaking. So is their a problem or is this normal? Thank you in advance

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

@@Jimfromearthoo7 If no water is coming out of the flushometer or if no water is leaking below the flushometer then there is no problem. Sweaty pipes are normal if the water is cold (condensation). The inlet pipe is connected to other pipes so you're likely hearing something else in the system.

what would cause the assembly to be stuck, the diaphragm came off but the rest is stuck inside the pipe. this is a pre '98 regal urinal.

@AmreSupply

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Overtime the rubber from the diaphragm can deteriorate, separate and become sticky which could be why the assembly is stuck.

Hi sir I'm in UAE Bui were it barchas any branch

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I am not sure what you are asking. Can you rephrase your question?

On mine at the vacuum breaker on the pipe after done flushing water comes up through the breather holes. Could that be a bad vacuum breaker? Or a blockage in the toilet itself?

@AmreSupply

6 жыл бұрын

If it was a blockage in the toilet, you would notice a very low water flow in the toilet itself. Most likely it is the vacuum breaker. Over time the rubber breaks down sticks together and can restrict the water flow out of the vacuum breaker. Try replacing the vacuum breaker, I've linked the repair: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nWZ1z7lxiN3doNI.html

@Wolfblue291

6 жыл бұрын

AMRE Supply thank you that helps!

@AmreSupply

6 жыл бұрын

You're most welcome! Let me know if that fixes it.

@Wolfblue291

6 жыл бұрын

AMRE Supply definitely will just need to get the part haha

My problem is., I have to have the handle pressing down or water no Come out and is a Sloan commercial toilet

@AmreSupply

6 жыл бұрын

If you have to constantly hold down the handle or the flush stops, it is probably an indicator that you'll need a new diaphragm. If the bypass hole in the diaphragm is enlarged, the valve will reset too quickly as water rushes into the upper chamber before the valve can completely flush. Did you replace the diaphragm?

I just purchased a new sloan valve kit and installed it into my regal flushometer, but when I turn the water flow on at the control stop it immediately starts flowing water and filling the bowl. It does not shut off unless I turn the control stop off. Does anyone know a solution for this? It's all new parts.

@PutridGoat

5 жыл бұрын

Never mind. I was able to get it to stop by increasing the flow until it shut off and then adjust it down to where it should be.

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Scott. We're glad you got it running, sometimes it just take some adjustment to get things working.

Sem valve mainer leak how to rectify

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Can you reword your question? I'm not sure what you are asking.

Why does it keep running when you put a new diaphram in it?

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. You might want to check the valve for any calcium or corrosion that might prevent a good seal. This can be cleaned if needed. If the diaphragm doesn't sit properly, then a small amount of water will leak into the upper chamber and the flushometer will continue to flush.

Changed out the diaphragm now my water won't fill back up in the toilet ? Any ideas ?

@AmreSupply

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. What was the original gpf of the diaphragm and which diaphragm did you install? If the toilet is designed for a higher gpf, and you installed a low gpf diaphram then the flushometer will not run as long, and less water will flow out of it before the valve closes.

@shanekyle2894

10 ай бұрын

@@AmreSupply diaphragm was stuck had to prye open the water filled the toilet once replaced but the new problem is no flush

@AmreSupply

10 ай бұрын

@@shanekyle2894 Check to make sure that the relief valve is positioned correctly and that the handle has enough travel that it will be able to lift up the relief valve. As well if there is a buildup of minerals on the valve try cleaning it as this might cause the diaphram to stick.

Does it matter where the vent hole is when the diaphragm is installed?

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. The position doesn't matter as the pressure will be the same. This means the diaphragm can be rotated to any position when you install it.

@sparky3869

3 жыл бұрын

@@AmreSupply THANKS

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

@@sparky3869 You're welcome, we're just happy to help!

Fun Fact: The Flushometer Toilets where the only real parts used on the Star Ship Enterprise studio sets besides the Camera Equipment.

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing that tidbit.

Well exp!😎👍

@AmreSupply

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Raul!

So i have a short flush. I changed handle, that wasnt the problem. This has got to be the problem correct?

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

Diaphragms are the most common source of short flushing as the rubber can break down over time, so replacing the diaphram is the best bet in your case.

@exoticcar5482

5 жыл бұрын

That was absolutely the problem. Honestly, I'm surprised you or someone else thought that changing the handle would do anything. The handles on Sloan valves do nothing more than bump the relief valve with a metal rod and the rest of the flushing action is all water pressure

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

@@exoticcar5482 Even though the diaphragm is the most common solution, the handle is still a source of short flushing and is even mentioned the Sloan manual. Consider a handle that is sticking and doesn't push into the relief valve effectively. If it only partially opens the relief valve, you might see a small release of water leak from the valve without a full flush.

@exoticcar5482

5 жыл бұрын

@@AmreSupply True, but that is a very rare situation considering the simple, reliable mechanics of Sloan handles. You can usually tell a good handle from bad by removing it from the flushometer, looking at the rod, and observing its response to the handle movement. The handle only needs replacement if a. The handle joints and parts inside are so stuck and/or corroded beyond repair or b. the metal rod isn't moving out long enough or with enough force to strike the relief valve. However, in general, these are unusual cases as the gaskets normally keep water out of the handle joint. A vast majority of the time, the issue lies in the more fragile rubber diaphragm. Not saying to not check the handle though, because that's the first thing to rule out. My point is that it is relatively easy to tell if your handle is the problem without spending money on a new handle that may end up being a waste of money if it turns out that the handle wasn't even the underlying issue in the first place. If the bathroom has another flushometer with a working diaphragm, it's even easier as you can temporarily mount the handle from the problematic flushometer to the working one and see if it functions properly. If so, you can instantly rule out the handle as the underlying issue and thus there's no need to get a new replacement handle

@AmreSupply

5 жыл бұрын

I agree that handles are not a very common part that needs replacement, but i must give you props to your explanation though, it breaks down the troubleshooting logic very well!

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@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dairon.

I replaced the diaphragm but I'm still getting leaking out of my cap threads

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

Hi James, thank you for watching. Its possible that there is either corrosion or a buildup of minerals on the threads. Inspect the threads and the valve seat. Look for any nicks, corrosion or calcium. If there is a mineral buildup then you can vinegar or an acid based cleaner to dissolve it. As well in some cases it can be helpful to clean the threads with a light gauge wire brush.

@jamesn3944

3 жыл бұрын

@@AmreSupply thanks, found some pitting in the seat, should I replace the body or try to buff it out?

@AmreSupply

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesn3944 You could try buffing it out but in many cases a new valve body is the best way to go.

@jamesn3944

3 жыл бұрын

@@AmreSupply okay thanks I'll try to see if I can figure out which body I need.