How to properly install the drain tank on the toilet

Basic terms when working with the

tank. The following concepts are used to describe the device and the mechanism of operation of a drain tank:

• Draining equipment - a device that starts automatically or mechanically, serves to drain water into the toilet bowl from the tank;
• Filling Fittings - works automatically, it is necessary to fill the tank with the required volume of water;
• Useful volume - the amount of water coming from the tank to the toilet bowl under certain conditions: if the tank is 20 mm below the overflow mark, the filling mechanism is closed and pressing on the drain valve is one-time for 2 seconds;
• The overflow device is a mechanism that removes water from the tank into the floor cup in case the filling fixture has failed;
• Directly flush tank - non-pressure tank, self-filling from the water pipe, its drain provides flushing.

The mechanism of operation of the toilet bowls: the principle of operation of the tank

High-volume reservoir is a tank placed separately from the floor bowl. When you press the drain handle, a flushing process occurs. As a result of pressing, the siphon goes down, the water from it through the drain pipe goes to the toilet. In such tanks, water is supplied until the reservoir is completely emptied. In terms of cost savings, this feature is a significant drawback.

The principle of the traditional tank

The draining process is started by pressing the drainage mechanism. Further, by means of a thrust, the vertical valve rises and closes the inlet to the overflow device. Thus, the volume of water supplied to the outdoor bowl is limited. It arrives while the bleed lever is pressed, as soon as the impact on the device stops, ends and flushes.

When the volume of water in the tank drops to the minimum level, the vertical valve is lowered and the overflow input is blocked. Once the effect on the bleeder is completed, the valve returns to the seat and covers the drain hole.

As the volume of water decreases, the float drops, which ensures the opening of the float valve. Through this tap water is fed into the tank. When the liquid level reaches the limit, the float valve closes its flow.

Installation and connection of tanks

The installation of the tank starts after the installation and connection of the toilet.

Installing the storage tank

There are two solutions to the problem of how to install the tank on the toilet, if the capacity is shelf type. You can first assemble the reinforcing elements, and after installing the tank itself, you can do the opposite. The main thing in this case is that the tank is installed on the shelf and bolted.

It is compulsory to use special gaskets. They are installed between the toilet and the tank and have an oval shape. The gasket is applied with silicone adhesive and placed on a certain place, after which the fasteners are connected with screws. After the glue has dried completely, it is necessary to check the tightness of the joints in order to avoid leaks.

In order to assemble internal parts, it is necessary to perform the following sequence of operations:

1. Connect the coupling to the container;
2. Attach a float valve to the coupling;
3. Connect the overflow pipe;
4. Install the drain lever;
5. Fit the seat and the vertical valve;
6. Connect by pulling the release mechanism with a vertical valve;
7. Install the float valve and secure the float knee.
8. Install the container on the shelf using a gasket;
9. Set the overflow into the seat and adjust its position;
10. Connect the tank and the floor cup to the anchorages.

One of the most important in the system of internal elements is the float valve. With it, you can regulate the filling of the tank. To do this, you need to unbend or bend the twist of the float knee.

Installing the tank

How to install the tank on the toilet, if the tank is located at a distance from the toilet:

1. To the outdoor bowl, bring and, by means of a clutch, fasten the drain pipe;
2. Mark the tank fixing points on the wall;
3. Disconnect the container from the pipe and secure it to the wall, then reassemble the structure.

After installation of the tank, it is necessary to mount the internal fittings:

1. Install the release lever;
2. Fix and connect by means of overflow mechanism, vertical valve and seat;
3. Bring the tube to the tank and fix it with a clutch using a gasket;
4. Install a float valve using a coupling;
5. Connect to the valve and fix at the desired angle the twist of the float knee;
6. Adjust the seating of the seat and the coupling that connects the communication and the toilet.

If you take into account all the recommendations and rules of competent installation of sanitary ware, then it is not difficult to install a drain tank with your own hands.