Plumbing fixtures play a significant role in modern life. If in the Middle Ages everything was simple - no hygiene, now, almost any toilet room looks like a spaceship.
Devices designed to fill our life with comfort have risen to such a high level in terms of their manufacturability that now not everyone a person will be able to figure out how everything works there, and is it possible at all, in the event of an unforeseen situation, to independently eliminate malfunction. And, which is completely logical, calling the master costs money. Sometimes quite a lot, because you have to pay not only for a new part, but also pay for the work itself. And where is the guarantee that the master will install a quality spare part? There is no such guarantee.
Why does not water flow into the toilet cistern
The content of the article
- Why does not water flow into the toilet cistern
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What to do if water does not flow into the toilet cistern
- Eliminating the skew of the float
- Cleaning the supply valve
- Defective water supply hose
- Removing a blockage in the tank drain
There are situations when plumbing fails, this phenomenon is quite standard and natural. Anyone could cope with old models of devices, but modern devices are so technologically advanced that it is often difficult for an inexperienced person to find a breakdown and fix it on his own.
If the drain tank is dry, you need to give this malfunction time and attention, otherwise it can lead to more serious problems. But do not overpay extra money to call a specialist. You can try to figure it out on your own. So what could be the reasons that the tank stopped filling?
Attention! Before disassembling the toilet, barely seeing that the water slowly fills the tank and does not flow at all, go to the tap and check if there is any at all. No matter how trite it may sound, but in almost forty percent of cases, it is the lack of water in the water supply that is the reason that the tank does not fill.
If the system is in good working order and the pressure is good, then you need to start looking for a malfunction elsewhere. Sometimes toilets are equipped with separate risers. Check in the basement to see if the plug is blocked. Sometimes even a conversation with neighbors is enough to understand the reason. This could be:
- incorrect location of the float - initially inspect it;
- blockage or damage in the supply pipe - sometimes this may well cause little or no flow;
- the presence of rust or sand at the point where the pipe is connected to the tank - this is especially characteristic if the water supply has been recently repaired;
- the inlet valve is damaged or clogged, which, of course, will prevent the tank from filling.
In addition, over-tightened fasteners can cause such a malfunction. Recheck everything thoroughly, twist the joints. Everything should fit tightly, but not be overtightened. Is there mucus and plaque on the walls inside the toilet? This can also be one of the causes of the malfunction.
What to do if water does not flow into the toilet cistern
If you decide to figure out the reasons why water does not get inside the tank and fix the malfunction yourself, you will need to work very little. There is absolutely no guarantee that you will succeed, but trying is not torture. After all, your image of a man is at stake, and there is an opportunity to hold back your finances a little. Of course, it is impossible to describe all the malfunctions, but we will try to consider the most common ones.
Eliminating the skew of the float
If water is not collected in the tank at all, then you should not sin on the float. If it flows a little, but does not reach the required minimum, then inspect the float and check its correct position.
After the tank lid is removed, the whole interior will open to the eyes, as well as the mechanism and the lever, at the end of which the float is fixed. It is he who activates the inlet valve, closing it when the water level has reached the required level.
If the float arm is skewed, it can cut off the water flow prematurely. It is necessary to set it to its normal position - slightly twisting and bending the lever. This should restore the system to work.
Cleaning the supply valve
If there is water in the tap, but does not reach the drain tank, it is likely that the inlet valve is clogged. It can accumulate dirt, sand, plaque or mucus. It is better to carry out preventive work in a timely manner and such problems will not arise:
- Shut off the water supply to the tank.
- Disconnect the water supply hose from the tank and pull it out. Work gently but persistently. Water sludge is often very difficult to unscrew.
- Examine the valve for a blockage. Remove it with steel wire.
- Open the water supply tap slightly - this will allow the water pressure to remove the remaining dirt.
After solving the problem, the only thing left is to put the system back together. The mount should be tight, but not overtightened. Check the water intake level, if necessary - make the adjustment by bending the lever and adjusting the float.
Defective water supply hose
When solving the problem of lack of water in the tank, do not forget to inspect the supply hose. Its damage is in second place among all probable causes:
- Shut off the water supply in the apartment or on the riser.
- Disconnect the supply hose. Examine it. If holes or cracks are visible, the hose must be replaced - no options.
- If no damage is noticeable, then the hose should be placed in a bucket and the valve should be slightly opened.
- Now the water itself will show the location of the fault, if any.
- Replace the hose. And calmly use the toilet further.
Removing a blockage in the tank drain
If there is a blockage in the tank drain, this can also cause malfunctions, although it will not affect the filling of the tank. Water will regularly flow into it, but it will not be able to merge:
- it is necessary to unscrew the drain button and remove the cover.
- inspect the valve responsible for water discharge;
- if debris is visible on it, then you should clean it with your hands.
If there is no debris, then probably the reason lies in the pipe connecting the toilet to the tank. Plaque and mucus can accumulate on the sides of the tank. All this must be cleaned in a timely manner.
Prevention is best done with chemicals. However, when working, do not forget about protecting your hands and respiratory tract.
