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Toilet water shutter-offer electrical valve
On Jan 25, 8:15 am, Gerry Atrick wrote: Is there anything made that will just shut off the water supply to the toilet after a flush? I got one of these toilets with the flapper and the flapper seat is on an angle, so I cant replace it with the old fashioned stopper and rod, which was always a better seal. I have replaced that flapper at least 5 times in the past year and the last time I got an expensive one. No matter what, it leaks, so my pump has to run every 15 minutes and worse yet it caused the overflow pipe to freeze solid on my sewer 3 times this winter so far. When I can afford it, a new toilet is going to be installed. I know I can remove the tank and change the whole asselbly, but this water saver toilet has always been a poor flusher anyhow and needs plunging after almost every use even after I have removed it and snaked it. It's just a lousy toilet no matter what. So, for now I have to shut off the supply valve after each use, and the tank is always emptied in a few minutes after. Instead of a new toilet, I plan to find a good used one that is not a water saver. Anyhow, I was thinking of some sort of electrically operated valve that could be switched off as soon I am done flushing. Possibly even connected to the flush handle so as soon as the handle pops back up, the valve shuts off. I dont think anything is made for that exact purpose, but maybe some sort of solenoid operated valve is available and could be put to use. Even with a new toilet, they all leak at least a little, so having a valve like this would save my pump and electric bill. I think they make electrically operated valves for gas, and possibly for radiators. Who knows what else I might be able to salvage one from???? Anyone have any ideas? Thanks Have a look in your phone book for building disposal yards , recycling etc. You might even contact a plumber and see if hes doing any replacements soon. Around my area a new basic toilet is about $70 from places like Menards or Lowes. |
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