The toilet tank is a storage tank where water is collected in order to flush feces from the vessel bowl into the sewer at the right time. The tank itself has simple design. When people are interested in how to disassemble the toilet cistern, their interest is often about disassembling the mechanism that is inside, or dismantling the cistern, as individual element the whole structure.

The system of control of a set and level of water is in each tank of a toilet bowl. Modern toilets are equipped with enough mechanisms complex design.

Apartment owners operate (and dismantle, if necessary, repairs) both outdated models and technically advanced ones. The dismantling process can be carried out directly on site - without removing the tank or after dismantling the latter. Which option will be applied depends on various factors.

Toilet cistern modern design. Such products are endowed with more advanced mechanisms for collecting and draining water. Non-ferrous metals and plastic are used here as materials for elements of technical fittings. Button control system used

Usually, dismantling is performed in order to completely replace the tank, along with the mechanism, with a more advanced model. It is also necessary to remove the drive in case of water leakage at the junction with the toilet bowl. For example, due to wear of sealing gaskets, breakage of fixing bolts, appearance of microcracks in the housing. Consider how the toilet bowl is removed in any of these situations.

Removing the water tank on the toilet

The classic design provides for fastening the toilet bowl with just two studs or bolts (d = 5-7 mm). Usually, metal (bronze, brass, steel) studs with double-sided thread for nuts are used as fasteners. Steel fasteners were used on older models. The service life of steel fasteners is relatively short. Sometimes such studs “burn out” from rust after a year of operation of the device.

Usually, flush cisterns are fixed on the toilet body in the rear area. A specially protruding shelf is designed to install the tank. On the surface of the shelf there are two holes that exactly coincide along the axes with the holes in the bottom of the tank. Most designs support two-point fasteners

Fastening to the base of the toilet is usually done through two holes (or through 3) made in the bottom of the tank. The same two holes, in the same axes, are on the rear attachment shelf of the device.

Mounting studs are passed through the combined holes, gaskets are put on them on both sides and a screed is made with nuts. The cavities of the cistern and the toilet bowl are connected by a common pipe, insulated at the junction with a rubber sealing ring.

Option to mount the drive according to the three-point scheme. This solution is considered more reliable, as it provides better stability of the container. Besides fastening of a tank in three points promotes the best prileganiye of a sealing lining. The risk of a leak in this place is reduced, which means that the tank will have to be disassembled less often

The task of how to remove the tank from the attached toilet shelf is solved as follows:

1. Close the centralized water supply valve.
2. Disconnect the water supply hose.
3. Release the drive by pressing the drain button.
4. Unscrew the head of the bleed button and remove the top cover of the tank.
5. Collect the remaining moisture inside the tank with a sponge.
6. Loosen the nuts on the fastening studs (on bolts) under the side shelf.

Now it remains to gently lift the tank, separating it from the installation site (perhaps with some effort, because sometimes the gasket sticks) and then move it to the place where further work is planned.

Bottom view of the toilet cistern after it has been removed from the shelf. In the center, a rubber seal is visible, covering the plastic nut securing the drain mechanism. On the sides are two studs for mounting the drive. A little lower on the right you can see the threaded part for the hose of the water intake module and the plastic fastening nut

Dismantling the drain mechanism

On modern models of the middle price segment, as a rule, a push-button mechanism for double draining water (3/6 liters) is used. By pressing any of the buttons, the operation mode of the drain and filling modules is switched on. You can stumble upon the most different variants implementation of such mechanisms. However, the assembly configuration for them is of the same type:

• head with buttons and a threaded part for the valve mechanism;
• valve mechanism with lower threaded part;
• sealing gasket;
• valve body nut.

With the top cover removed, the button head will already be twisted. It remains to remove the sealing gasket from the mounting nut. The gasket (rubber ring) has an inner area in the form of a pentagon or round.

The fixing nut has the same shape along the outer border (not always). In the assembled state, the sealing rubber ring is put on the nut. It is removed and the nut is unscrewed. The released mechanism can be easily removed. The filling system is attached in the same way.

Scheme of most drain mechanisms of foreign and domestic production. One-button control design, which can be found on almost all budget toilets.

The fittings are made of plastic. If repair is necessary, the mechanism is disassembled, but it is easier to buy a new one to replace it.

How to remove the tank cover

Again, returning to the models of toilet bowls modern style, it should be noted that users often face a problem - how are the covers removed on such models?

Indeed, these designs are somewhat different from the outdated toilets in that they are made more technically, including the lid fasteners. But in general, the principle remains the same - the cover is pressed with a nut included in the valve mechanism kit.

Technology showing how to disassemble a modern toilet cistern, starting with dismantling the lid. the main task– Carefully unscrew and separate the push-button head. After this operation, the cover is removed and the repair (replacement) of the drain mechanism is performed.

On new models, push-button heads, one-button and two-button heads act as a clamping nut. To remove the one-button fastener and remove the cover, follow these steps:

1. The button is pressed as when draining water and held in this position.
2. Gently turn the crown with the button counterclockwise.
3. The head with the button is finally turned out of the sleeve of the valve mechanism.

On different models threaded connection may differ. There is a wide-brimmed external spigot thread, as in the picture below, and there is also an internal spigot thread for a small diameter stem.

This is how the dismantled head of a single control button looks like. This is just one of the possible configurations. In practice there are different designs button heads. This point must be taken into account when starting to disassemble the toilet bowl

Along with single control buttons, the head of which is simply unscrewed, there are designs that are more difficult to disassemble, made with latches. Often this solution has two-button mechanisms.

How to disassemble a tank with two buttons

On toilet bowls, where a two-button flush mechanism is introduced, there are different methods mounts. With this configuration, it is sometimes impossible to simply unscrew the head with buttons. In such situations, the disassembly technology is as follows:

1. It is necessary to press only one of the buttons (small) into the head housing.
2. A small groove will open at the bottom of the opened inner wall.
3. Gently pry the retainer through this groove with a screwdriver.
4. Remove one button (large) from the case and then the other in the same way.
5. Unscrew the fixing screw, which is located under the buttons.

After these operations, the tank cover with two buttons is removed without any difficulty.

The process of dismantling the head with two control buttons begins by pressing the small button. This opens access to the mounting opening on the side of the head housing. Through this opening, with a slight pressure of a screwdriver, the lock is released, after which the buttons can be removed and the fastening screw can be reached.

There are also tank designs where, first of all, you need to unscrew the decorative nickel-plated washer, then turn the lid 90 degrees - that is, install it across the container. In this position, press the locking brackets located inside the button head bowl. After these manipulations, the cover is completely released from the fasteners.

Removing the toilet bowl of the old design

Still continue to operate a number of outdated models of toilets. It is necessary to repair worn-out products more often due to the significant wear of their components. But the owners of such structures do not have to think much about how to repair or remove the toilet flush tank, due to the most simplified design.

View of the mechanism inside drain tank outdated toilet. Float system of control of a set and traction control of discharge. The tank is also attached from below with two bolts. Top cover removes easier and faster than newer models

So, to dismantle the same cover, it is enough to twist the handle on the stem of the drain mechanism and unscrew the plastic (or metal) washer nut. Under the lid inside the tank, a float mechanism for collecting water and a lever-valve drain mechanism are installed. The valve system of such a mechanism is usually attached to the tank through two additional holes in the bottom.

The tank itself of the old design is removed in the same way as it is done with respect to new models. It is necessary to unscrew the two bolted connections in the area of ​​​​the bottom of the tank. The passage area for water from the drive to the bowl on old toilets is insulated with an elliptical o-ring. Often in older systems there are overflow pipes fixed to the bottom of the tank with a plastic nut.

Some models of drain tanks are equipped with fixing screws with screwdriver heads. But it is recommended to disconnect such fasteners traditionally by unscrewing the nuts from below. So the gaskets do not deform. The screwdriver is only used to block the screw from turning.

To dismantle the lever-valve mechanism of the drain, you will need to unscrew two more bolted connections that secure the rocker of the drain mechanism. The dismantling of the water collection module is done by unscrewing just one nut from the outside of the tank body.

Beforehand, the water supply hose must be disconnected from the accumulator valve. It should be noted: there are models of tanks with water release levers embedded in side wall. On such devices, the toilet lid is not fixed at all - it simply lies, leaning against the walls of the case.

Malfunctions that force the tank to be disassembled

Typical malfunctions that make it necessary to resort to disassembly are often:

• leakage at the time of draining in the area of ​​​​the gasket at the connection of the tank with the toilet bowl;
• leakage in the places where the drive is attached to the toilet shelf;
• violation of the functions of the drain mechanism;
• violation of the functions of the water intake mechanism.

Often, problems with leaks are eliminated by simply tightening the fastening nuts. The functionality of the drain and set mechanisms may be impaired due to insufficient water pressure in centralized system. Therefore, before starting to disassemble, you should make sure that there are no other possibilities for eliminating defects.

Functional reinforcement defects

If there is an involuntary leakage of water from the reservoir into the toilet vessel, the locking ring is most likely defective. It needs to be replaced. The same effect can be observed when the closing mechanism mode does not work. Possible reason- jamming of the control button.

Insufficient filling of the container with water indicates some defects in the kit module. Often the cause is the displacement of the float on the restrictive bar or its contact with other parts of the mechanism (tank wall). The complete absence of a drain is possible due to a non-working set module or drain mechanism.

Plumbing care

When disassembling sanitary ware, each user must remember the principles of caring for ceramics. This has a lot to do with renovations.

Ceramic products impact resistant chemical substances, but are easily damaged by cleaning with metal mesh, abrasives and other similar substances. Cleaning household plumbing after repair should be done with soft substances and materials.

Video: how to replace the drain mechanism

Some practical advice help you deal with self-adjustment fittings.

Briefing before the execution of work related to the repair household appliances do it yourself is voluntary. However, extra information never hurts in any endeavor. The more information you have about a particular object, the easier and easier it is to perform all actions. Dismantling modern toilets, despite the simplicity of the action, also does not preclude referring to the instructions.

Modern plumbing is very fault-tolerant, but sometimes its maintainability leaves much to be desired. Even experienced plumbers sometimes stop in disbelief, not understanding how to remove the lid from the toilet tank or adjust the filling valve.

We will consider the main points of repairing the kits that are now common in this article.

Removing the cover

Option 1

Let's start with the simplest scenario.

How to open the lid of the toilet bowl, if we are talking about a domestic set of fittings with a rising one using plastic handle stock?

1. We unscrew the plastic handle, holding the stem.
2. We unscrew the brass or plastic hollow screw screwed into the guide rod tube.
3. Remove the plastic washer under the screw. The lid is free.

Option 2

In most imported kits, the lid is held by the drain button. More precisely, her rim.

The procedure is as follows:

1. With dry fingers, we take the bezel and turn it counterclockwise.

Please note: in order to shift the nut, sometimes quite a serious effort is required.
You can use rubber gloves to keep your fingers from slipping. But it is worth using a gas key only in last resort: appearance the headband will be irreparably damaged.

1. Having pulled the nut, we unscrew it completely.
2. Pulling the drain button up, pull it out and remove the cover.

Option 3

How to remove the toilet cistern lid if the rim does not turn with considerable force?

1. Armed with a thin screwdriver, we catch the edge of the pressure part of the drain button and carefully remove it.
2. A nut is found under it, which can be turned with fingers, tweezers or round-nose pliers. Turn it counterclockwise, then remove the drain button. The lid is free.

Option 4

In some tank designs, the drain button is screwed to the lid with a nut located on the back. The button is a lever mechanism that, when pressed, pulls the chain and raises the drain bulb. Feature design: when you try to remove the lid, the water begins to drain into the toilet.

The lid for the toilet flush tank of this type is removed as follows:

1. Shut off the water tank.
2. Lift the lid just enough to fit your fingers under and unhook the lever hook from the chain.
3. Remove the cover.

Please note: it will be quite inconvenient to cling to the button again. Long tweezers will make the task a little easier. When dismantling the cover, remember which link of the chain was on the hook: this will save you time that would otherwise have to be spent on adjusting the drain mechanism.

Replacing the drain mechanism

Option 1

If you have a new tank with imported fittings, replacing the drain mechanism is obscenely simple. It is a one-piece design, which does not require dismantling the tank for replacement.

The outlet, seat and collar between the tank and the shelf will remain the same: kits of this type are compatible with each other.

1. Shut off the water tank.
2. Remove the drain button and cap.
3. Turn drain mechanism clockwise a few degrees and pull it up.
4. Clean the outlet and the seat to which the gasket is pressed from deposits and small debris.
5. Install the new drain mechanism and lock it by turning it counterclockwise.
6. Turn on the water supply and make sure that the mechanism completely blocks the drain when closed.

By the way, the situation when a complete replacement of the node is necessary is a rarity. In most cases, the problem with water leakage is solved by cleaning the seat or replacing the O-ring. The operation takes no more than a minute and does not require any special skills.

Option 2

For domestic kits with a separate shelf, replacing the drain mechanism is much more difficult.

No, all operations are intuitive; but the scope of work to completely replace the node will take much longer.

1. Shut off the water in the tank.
2. The lid for the toilet bowl is dismantled after the nut under the drain handle is unscrewed.
3. Then disconnect the flexible hose from the filling valve.
4. We unscrew the bolts holding the shelf and, often, the seat with a cover. Polyethylene bolts with nuts can be easily turned off by hand; if brass or galvanized bolts were used when installing the kit, you will have to arm yourself with pliers and an adjustable wrench. Steel bolts without anti-corrosion protection will have to be cut with a hacksaw blade.
5. Having fed the tank back, we pull out the release of the shelf from the conical cuff. Be prepared to replace this cuff: rubber loses elasticity over time, and the connection may leak after assembly.
6. Putting the structure on flat surface and sequentially unscrew all the bolts. Of course, avoiding distortions, strictly in pairs. Steel bolts, if some kind soul made the owner of the toilet happy with them during assembly, will have to be cut down.
7. After separating the shelf and removing the drain mechanism, carefully remove all debris and deposits around the holes.

1. We mount the new mechanism, not forgetting to install a gasket under the brass saddle. The rules already known to us apply to the bolts: they are tightened strictly in pairs, one at a time - two turns at a time and without excessive effort.
2. We fix the shelf. It is better to replace the oval gasket under it: it has probably ceased to be elastic. In extreme cases, applied to both sides of it will help out.
3. We check the design for leaks: we plug the outlet of the shelf with a rag and fill the tank with the pear raised with water.
4. If not, we check the tightness of the drain: we fill the tank already with the pear lowered.
5. If everything is in order, you can install the tank in place. The conical cuff is pulled over the outlet of the shelf and rolled up to it with a wide bell. After the shelf mounting bolts are tightened, we roll the cuff onto the toilet bowl bell.
6. We connect a flexible eyeliner and turn on the water.
7. After all the equipment has passed the performance test, the lid of the toilet bowl is installed and fixed with a nut.

Replacing and adjusting the filling valve

Replacement comes down to unscrewing the nut that secures the old valve, and tightening a similar nut on the new valve. Of course, a rubber gasket must be present on the inside of the tank to ensure tightness.

However, a couple of nuances are connected with the installation of the filling valve.

• Fittings with bottom connection are often completed plastic filter fine cleaning, which should be placed between the inlet valve and the hose. Throw it away immediately: it will constantly become clogged with fine sand, which is safe for valve operation. A coarse filter at the entrance to the apartment is much more effective.
• Flexible eyeliner connects without tension and bends with a small radius. The load on the fitting will significantly reduce the already short life of the hose.

Caution: When tightening the union nut, do not use too much force. Not only are they not needed for padding; excessive force can also cut the threads on the valve.

How to adjust the valve actuation level in modern kits?

There are two options.

1. The float can move with some effort on a plastic rail with ledges. To raise or lower it, it is enough to shift the rail to the wider part of the hole in the slot of the float.

1. No less common screw adjustment. The float is adjusted by turning (with a screwdriver or by hand) a long plastic screw.

Conclusion

Unfortunately, the abundance of various design solutions does not allow us to describe in detail all the designs of the reinforcement. As usual, the video in this article will show more visual information.

A toilet malfunction is a rather unpleasant situation, and in order to eliminate the breakdown, you must first disassemble the structure. It is not always possible to call a plumber, and you have to deal with the problem on their own. Each of us knows that for the normal functioning of a toilet connected to a centralized or autonomous sewerage, it is necessary to ensure the uninterrupted operation of the drain tank.

The most common toilet malfunction is just a breakdown of the cistern valve. Fixing this problem is a simple task, but for this it is necessary to properly disassemble the design of the tank. IN this material will be filed step-by-step instruction and some important recommendations about how to disassemble the toilet bowl with a button. And first, look at the photo of the mechanisms used in modern toilets. The picture shows where the flush button is located and how it is attached to the device:

How to properly disassemble the toilet bowl with a button? And what is needed for this?

In most cases, all modern toilets have a similar design, but there are some modifications that differ from the standard options. With older models it was much easier, there were no difficulties with how to disassemble the drain tank.

Let's analyze several options for the location of the buttons on the toilet bowl:

Modern designs are equipped in such a way that it can be difficult to simply lift the tank lid. But, nevertheless, it is quite possible for everyone to do this work, for this you will need: a flat screwdriver and any metal object with a flat end.

Step-by-step instructions for a standard design of a tank with a button from manufacturers such as IDO, IFO, etc.

1. We take a screwdriver, and with it we slowly turn the ring around the button counterclockwise. Having shifted the ring with these actions, then we unscrew it with our hands.
2. Unscrew and remove the ring.
3. Now lift the lid a little and turn it 90º, it should be located across the tank. Thus, you can remove the double-sided clothespin that fixes the button. To do this, you need to rotate one end to the left and the other to the right, so the clothespin will spin in the center.
4. After that, you can freely remove the lid of the drain tank.
5. Having eliminated all malfunctions of the trigger mechanism, it is necessary to check the operation of the toilet bowl in the open.
6. After making sure that the device is working, we assemble the structure in the reverse order.

How to disassemble a toilet bowl with a double button?

1. Lightly pressing one of the halves of the double button, we find on inside the other half is a slot, catching on which you need to remove the second half of the button. To do this, use a flat screwdriver.
2. In the hole where the button was, you can see a slotted screw that needs to be unscrewed.
3. Next, you can already lift the lid of the tank a little. Raising it, rotate it 90º, and place it across the tank. You can already remove the clothespin that holds the button.
4. Remove the lid of the drain tank.
5. We spend repair work, and check the operation of the toilet in the open.
6. We assemble the structure in the reverse order.

When carrying out any plumbing work, you must follow safety rules. For greater confidence, you can visually familiarize yourself with the instructions by looking at how to disassemble the toilet bowl with the video button. And one more thing, if you are not at all versed in the arrangement of the toilet system, it is safest to use professional plumbing services. Out of ignorance, you can not only harm the integrity of the device, but also lead to the flooding of your neighbors.

It is very important that the devices work properly and perform their function stably. This also applies to the toilet. How often do we use such a simple, but very important device? Every day and not once. Therefore, if something in its mechanism fails, this inevitably entails problems. As a rule, something breaks in the tank, and in order to fix it, you need to climb into its depths. In this article, we will figure out how to remove the toilet cistern lid.

Why do you have to remove the cover?

The parts inside the toilet bowl can be divided into two components: the water drain mechanism and the water intake mechanism. Water is collected up to a certain level, after which the locking device (valve) is activated. When we press the button or pull up the release lever, another locking device (elastic band, pear) rises, and water is poured into the toilet bowl.

Everything is basically simple. These mechanisms are adjustable depending on the dimensions of the tank. Usually, they are made of plastic, some parts are made of rubber, and can deteriorate over time. Therefore, if you notice problems, you need to climb inside and either adjust the devices or change them. If you decide to look inside the tank, then you have one of these problems:

Water is constantly pouring into the toilet.

There is no water release.

Insufficient amount of water when draining.

Water runs from under the tank.

Some general rules.

These rules apply to the collection and disassembly of any mechanism, they should also be observed when disassembling the toilet bowl.

1) When you disassemble any device (part, assembly, mechanism), remember the order of your actions so that there are no problems during reassembly.

2) Do everything carefully: fold fragile parts so that they do not break (this also applies to the ceramic lid of the tank), fold all fasteners in one place and so that they do not roll under your feet during work.

3) If something is not unscrewed (not removed, not rotated), then most likely you are doing something wrong. When disassembling a mechanism unfamiliar to you, make efforts gradually. Grandfather's method of hitting harder with a hammer to make it work will not work.

So, let's start from the simplest. How to remove the toilet tank lid without a button. All old-style toilets and some new models have such a device. The lid is not fixed to the tank in any way and in order to remove it, you just need to unscrew the cap on the trigger lever.

How to remove the lid of a toilet bowl with a button.

Majority modern models toilet bowls have just such a structure. The button is threaded at the end and simply unscrews counterclockwise. For convenience, it is better to press the button (drain the water). Then gently unscrew the thumb and forefinger.

How to remove the lid of the toilet bowl with two buttons.

In this case, the button should not be unscrewed, but simply removed from the glass (base). To do this, one of the buttons should be drowned, then pry off the second with a sharp object, such as a flat screwdriver.

Under the buttons there will definitely be fasteners, these can be nuts, hooks or screws, depending on the model of the toilet bowl, by unscrewing them, you can remove the button and remove the toilet bowl cover.

How to remove the lid of the toilet bowl of foreign manufacturers.

ifo.

Remove the button with a flat head screwdriver. Under the button we find a 12 nut, and unscrew it with a socket wrench. Then he removes the glass, which is held with the help of special pushers. They should be pressed simultaneously and at the same time pull the glass up. Then we remove the cover. A short video will help you cope with the toilet of this brand.

Jika.

How to remove the toilet tank cover from this model? Carefully remove both buttons. Under them we find a screw, which is unscrewed with a Phillips screwdriver, then we take out the glass. Ready!

Gustavberg.

We press the button, and at its end we find a slot. This slot is made so that you can pull out the button by inserting a flat screwdriver into it.

Then pull out the button.

Under it we find a plastic nut, which is unscrewed with a special key or with the help of pliers. Unscrew should be carefully, plastic elements are quite fragile.

That's the whole science, now you can imagine how to remove the toilet tank lid similar device. As you can see, the parsing scheme is almost standard. You just need to remove the buttons and see what fasteners are installed under them, and then disassemble it. Usually, the manufacturer takes into account that they will look into the tank from time to time, and therefore tries to make everything as simple and clear as possible.

Finally.

Let's sum up a little to finally figure out how to remove the toilet cistern lid. If the device has a simple lever, unscrew the cap. If there is one round button, unscrew it counterclockwise. If there are two or one buttons, but it has a non-standard shape (square, triangular, oval) - take out the button and see what is under it.

Dear visitors site , I hope this article will be useful to you and will help you when repairing a toilet bowl of any type and manufacturer.