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    Concealed Grohe Cistern Leak?

    Hi, looking for some advice regarding my concealed Grohe cistern. Problem 1 - There is a small amount of water appearing around the right hand side at the base of the tiling which houses the cistern and this has been happening for a few months but hasn't worsened. (I initially thought it was...
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    Upside down cistern fill valve..

    On a job today and asked to change the WC cistern, supplied by customer from a supposedly 'better' online bathroom supplier. The instructions looked a bit suspect as if translated direct from Chinese.. Anyone seen one of these before?? The inlet valve(pictured). No it is not upside down.. The...
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    Rusted bolts under toilet cistern

    How would you remove seriously rusted toilet cistern bolts? (under cistern) they are beyond help from a spray, the rust has grown. I thought small angle grinder or multi tool.
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    Help identifying cistern

    Hi all, I recently had new cisterns installed by a builder, who unfortunately turned out to be a cowboy; and has since been kicked off-site. He told us that he’d fitted Geberit; but, I’ve now been informed that they’re most likely a generic Polish model. Anyway, no one seems to be able to...
  5. Bogart

    WC cistern water inlet

    Am trying to fit new WC for daughter. First problem is that the 1/2 inch water inlet hole is a tad too small to fit the fill valve thread. There is a slight lip on the ceramic that needs removing. Tried a half round file gave up with that. Any recommendations as to what to use to remove this...
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    Geberit Concealed Cistern, Flush very very stiff

    Hi, first post... I have just had installed a UP320 cistern with geberit dual flush plate. When you go to push either button it does not move, like it is very stiff, if you push hard enough it (and you feel like you are going to break it) will suddenly ‘click’ and then work fine. My plumber...
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    Want to change this concealed cistern

    Will a euro size flush pipe 50mm to 43mm and euro size pan bung likely fit fine in exsiting pan (which i want to keep)? Not seen this flush pipe arrangement before and looks a bit peculiar. Thanks
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    Cistern overflows to pan when the shower is running.

    The toilet cistern overflows into the pan when the shower on the floor below is running. Why would this be? They say the shower seems low on pressure recently. Again why would this be and what is the connection between the problems if there is one?
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    Filter restrictor. How do I calculate pressure to the cistern

    Hi. Just about to connect the cistern and came round to fitting the filter restrictor. At first I couldn't push it in to the inlet, however it just needed a little push. Is that normal? More importantly, the instructions state you should cut it down accordingly, depending on the water pressure...
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    Concealed cistern with pneumatic button issue.

    I am having a slight difficulty with a concealed WC cistern enclosure (I am pretty sure it is a Grohe) which is operated by a pneumatic push-button (no logo). Upon removing the tiled sections that conceal the cistern I am able to get the WC to flush simply by pressing down on the flush-valve...
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    25mm Gap between the cistern and wall.

    Hi all, just had a new wc fitted and there is a 25mm gap between the cistern and the tiled wall, the only thing holding it all in place are the two screws holding the pan down. Is there any thing I can use to fill the gap and support the cistern? Thanks.
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    sticking cistern valve

    Based in East Barnet. Several tenants have plumbing problems. Flushing hot water! Some need price for fitting dishwasher. My Problem, posted last week is a sticking valve. Will flush twice then no flow. If I press lever alongside water valve,water fills again. How much would it cost to get it...
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    Cistern Water Suppy Issue

    Hi, I’ve just replaced my WC cistern fill valve (bottom feed) with a brand new one from Toolstation as the cistern wasn’t filling up. The water feed to the cistern has an isolating valve which seems to be working fine. After fitting the new valve the cistern filled up and flushed 4/5 times as...
  14. brum

    Concealed cistern washer/inlet valve

    hi guys have what I think is an opella concealed cistern with a Torbeck inlet valve it's strange as it hooks inside cistern with bottom feed valve the diaphragm washer has a split in it and it's not like the new ones this is about 15 years old if I can put up photos hopefully I can be pointed in...
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    Thoughts please about possible cistern issue

    Hi everyone, I have a problem with my outside loo (yes, some old houses still have them!) I can hear the sound of water running through the pipe which runs into the cistern. It is like the noise the cistern makes after being flushed but when it is almost re-filled (a low level noise if you see...
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    Concealed Cistern - help with changing flush valve

    Hi guys Firstly...go easy on me! I’m a site basher, I’ve installed loads of Concealed cisterns but never had to fix one! I’m venturing into the world of domestic maintenance and it’s nerve wracking! So is it really possible to change a flush valve through the hole where the flush plate is...
  17. plumb_know

    twyford cistern help please!!

    replaced syphon in twyford nocturne and hair line crack has emerged in cistern, wondering if anyone knows of cheap replacement as genuine one is £255inc. ideally just need cheap wickes cistern but cant find any the same dimension help appreciated
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    Worn doughnut washer for toilet cistern

    Hi.Does anyone know where i can get a six sided doughnut washer for toilet?I've tried local plumbers merchants but haven't had any luck.
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    Cistern refilling very slowly

    Hi - problem with cistern shown - installed around 15 years ago and has been trouble free until recently. Water inlet is now VERY slow - takes around 30 minutes to fill half cistern. Water pressure to all other taps and wc's is fine. Guessing inlet unit blocked in some way but unsure of how...
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    Torbeck valve and overflowing cistern (with video)

    Hi all. I got home this evening and found that my toilet cistern was barely filling up so I turned off the mains, managed to unscrew the torbeck valve and gave it a clean as there seemed to be a lot of grime and grit in and around the pinhole looking valve. Put it all back on and it fills up at...

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