Installation Guide

– Please keep a copy of these instructions on the property in which the product was installed.
FLAPPER CLOSES TOO SOON
• The chain length should be about 1/2 in. slack.
Lengthen or shorten chain until flapper stays open on
its own.
WHEN TOILET IS FLUSHED THE
SEALANT RING SEPARATES FROM
THE SEAT
• The surface is either not clean enough or wet. Purchase
a new SEALANT RING # 2602.
• The replacement flapper for this kit is the 502
PerforMAX™ High Performance Flapper available at
local hardware stores.
TROUBLESHOOTING
B
D
A
OVERFLOW
PIPE
FILL
VALVE
C
WATER
LEVEL
7
Once fill valve is installed, ensure overflow pipe and water level
of tank are correctly set.
1. THE TOP OF OVERFLOW PIPE (A) must be minimum of 1" below TANK
LEVER HOLE (B).
2. WATER LEVEL (C) is set below top of
Overflow Pipe (Fluidmaster recommends
1/2”).
3. THE CRITICAL LEVEL MARK / C.L. Mark
(D) identified by C.L. on fill valve must be
positioned 1” above top of overflow pipe.
This is a requirement of the Universal
Plumbing Code.
Code Compliance helps protect your home
& drinking water supply.
Code Compliance
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
LESS
WATER
FLUSHED
MORE
WATER
FLUSHED
6
The default setting for the PerforMAX™ flapper is preset at (9) for larger tanks.
Start with the dial in the default setting and flush your toilet.
If your toilet is able to flush, adjust the dial down to the next setting, number (8) and flush again.
Continue to adjust dial down one setting until your toilet is unable to flush properly. When the flapper dial is on a
setting that does not allow for a proper flush, adjust the dial back up one setting.
HINT: The higher the number set in front of the chain connection, the longer the flapper will stay open. Turn
clockwise for greater flush volume. Turn counterclockwise for lower flush volume.
Set to Optimize the PerforMAX™ High Performance Flapper
5
Inspect water supply connector. Replace
it if it is worn or over 5 years old to help prevent
flooding and property damage. (Fluidmaster Click
Seal
®
connector is recommended for a perfect seal
every time without over tightening.)
Slowly turn on
water supply and
check for leaks. If
you find leaking at
bottom of tank,
turn nut by hand
just enough to stop
leaking. Then flush
toilet to check.
Turn On Water Supply
4
With flapper in closed
position and toilet tank
lever in down position,
connect chain clip to the
hole of tank lever directly
above where chain
connects to flapper. Leave
about 1/2” of slack in the
chain.
Connecting the Chain
from Flapper to Tank Lever
OK
OK
NO
NO
NO
9:00
Center Line
3:00
12:00
NO
B
A C
3
A. Place the flush valve repair kit,
with sealant paper attached, on your flush
valve so the chain is closest to the tank
lever.
B. The center line should be positioned
ABOVE 3 o’clock or 9 o’clock (using
overflow pipe at 12 o’clock,) when installed
on an existing flush valve seat. Use the
center line of the new seat for positioning.
Position hinge section of seat in “OK” zone
above 3 or 9 o’clock, located in areas
marked “OK.”
C. Once the desired position has been
determined, lift flush valve repair kit, peel
paper, and stick back in desired location.
Apply firm pressure.
Installing on a slanted or horizontal seat
INSTALLATION
IF YOU HAVE A BRASS FLUSH VALVE:
Use sand paper, steel wool or emery cloth to thoroughly
clean seat.
IF YOU ARE SEALING THE FLUSH
VALVE REPAIR KIT TO PORCELAIN
TANK:
A. Use scrub brush with warm soapy water to thoroughly
clean around porcelain opening. Rinse with water. Repeat.
B. Dry seat with clean towel. Once porcelain is dried, pour
rubbing alcohol on surface and let dry. Proceed to Step 3A
and then 3B.
IF YOUR FLUSH VALVE ONLY HAS A FLAPPER:
Remove flapper or tank ball. Use scrub brush with warm soapy water to thoroughly clean
old seat surface. Rinse and dry seat with clean towel.
IF YOU ARE REMOVING AN OLDER FLUIDMASTER
FLUSH VALVE REPAIR KIT:
Pull the edge of seat off firmly and slowly with fingers. DO
NOT pry with a tool. Pull off by hand any large sections of
sealant that remain. Use mineral oil with a cloth to remove
remaining sealant from old seat. Use scrub brush and warm
soapy water to thoroughly clean old seat surface. Rinse and
dry seat with clean towel. Repeat.
C
B
A
2
Flush Valve Repair Kit Assembly Parts
A) PerforMAX™ High Performance Flapper
B) New Drain Seat
C) Pre-applied Sealant Ring
Preparing the Flush Valve Repair Kit for Installation
1
Remove tank lid. Use pencil to mark water level of tank.
Then proceed with the following steps.
A. Turn off water supply (Clockwise). Flush toilet and remove
excess water from tank with sponge.
B. Disconnect flapper chain from tank lever arm & remove
flapper from overflow pipe. See Step 2 for further details.
Remove Old Parts
BA
PREPARATION
PARTS IN THIS
FLUSH VALVE REPAIR KIT:
(1) PerforMAX™
High Performance Flapper
(1) New Drain Seat
(1) Pre-applied Sealant Ring
30800 Rancho Viejo Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
www.Fluidmaster.com • 800-631-2011
Contact Fluidmaster for troubleshooting help or visit www.fluidmaster.com
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Sand Paper or
Emery Cloth
Mineral OilRubbing AlcoholWarm, Soapy
Water
Scrub BrushSponge
TOOLS
NEEDED
FLUSH
VALVE
OVERFLOW
PIPE
TANK LEVER
FLOAT
CUP
LOCK RING
REFILL TUBE
FILL
VALVE
REFILL CLIP
SHANK
WASHER
LOCKNUT
PERFORMAX
HIGH PERFORMANCE
FLAPPER
SEALANT RING
DRAIN SEAT
TANK SHOULD
LOOK LIKE THIS
WHEN SET UP IS
COMPLETE
NO
TANK
REMOVAL
NO
MESSY
GLUE
DO
NOT USE
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR EXPRESS WARRANTY
Subject to the “Exclusions” set forth below, Fluidmaster Inc. promises to the consumer to repair, or at the option of Fluidmaster Inc. to replace any
part of this plumbing product which proves to be defective in workmanship or materials under normal use for five years from the date of purchase. All
costs of removal, transportation and reinstallation to obtain warranty service shall be paid by the consumer. During this “Limited Five Year Express
Warranty,” Fluidmaster Inc. will provide, subject to the “Exclusions” section set forth below, all replacement parts free of charge, necessary to correct
such defects. This “Limited Five Year Warranty” is null and void if this plumbing product has not been installed and maintained in accordance with all
written instructions accompanying the product, and if non-Fluidmaster Inc. parts are used in installation.
EXCLUSIONS: FLUIDMASTER INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING COSTS OF INSTALLATION, WATER
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ABUSE OR MISUSE OF THE PRODUCT, FROM OVERTIGHTENING OR FROM FAILURE
TO INSTALL OR MAINTAIN THIS PLUMBING PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS, INCLUDING USE OF NON-FLUIDMASTER
PARTS. DO NOT USE IN-TANK DROP-IN TOILET BOWL CLEANERS CONTAINING BLEACH OR CHLORINE. USE OF SUCH PRODUCTS WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE
TO TANK COMPONENTS AND MAY CAUSE FLOODING AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. USE OF SUCH PRODUCTS WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY.
DO NOT USE IN-TANK DROP-IN TOILET BOWL CLEANERS CONTAINING BLEACH OR
CHLORINE. Use of such products will: (1) RESULT IN DAMAGE to tank components and MAY
CAUSE FLOODING and PROPERTY DAMAGE and (2) VOID FLUIDMASTER WARRANTY.
Fluidmaster Flush 'n Sparkle Toilet Bowl Cleaning System is recommended for those
choosing to use in-tank bowl cleaners and WILL NOT VOID the FLUIDMASTER WARRANTY
because it will not damage the components. DO NOT overtighten nuts or tank/bowl may crack. Always use quality
Fluidmaster parts when installing or repairing. Fluidmaster will not be responsible or liable for use of non-Fluidmaster parts
during installation or repair.
WARNING
FLUIDMASTER
®
555C FLUSH VALVE
REPAIR KIT WITH 502 PERFORMAX
®
HIGH PERFORMANCE FLAPPER & DRAIN
SEAT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PART# 5-273, Grev. 6, 07/13