How to repair a low-flow toilet
The inability to flush waste into the toilet is a common problem due to a low-flow toilet. You will notice that the flush is slow and does not go down. Then you have to wait for the tank to fill up and flush again. This can be disgusting and frustrating. A low-flow toilet is usually caused by a handle that is too long or a deformed hinge valve, which can easily be repaired . Opening the toilet Lift the rear part of the toilet and position it so that it does not fall and break. Straddle the toilet and look inside. You will see many simple parts. At the bottom is the hinge valve, to which a chain is attached. The problem is either the chain or the flapper valve. Check the chain First check the chain. The chain is attached to the flush arm. The flush arm is connected to the handle that is used to pull the flush from the outside. When you push the handle down, the flush arm lifts up. The chain connected to the flush arm is pulled upwards, opening the flap valve. The chain must be loos...