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Repairing a Leaky Toilet Tank Flush Valve

By Bob Formisano, About.com

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Position the Flapper Ball Valve Assembly

Simply Position the Valve Assembly So It Can Open Unobstructed

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Before you remove the paper on the sealant ring, test fit the best location of the flapper ball valve assembly.
  • Try to position at about a 45° angle so that the tank ball can freely pivot and open fully when lifted by the chain.
  • The chain should pull straight up or angled slightly back toward the hinge of the tank ball.
  • Once you have the proper location, remove the paper from the sealant ring.
  • Place the flapper ball valve assembly over the sealant ring in the proper position and press down firmly to seat the bottom into the sealant ring.

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