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How To Fix a Kohler Canister Flush Valve In 60 Seconds in 2024
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Kohler power flush technology is great except for one major defect.
Ron King will walk you through the simple replacement of the flush canister, from finding the model number to removing the old valve and finally installing the new valve.
It literally takes 60 seconds and no tools!
Don't struggle just follow this easy step by step method and save yourself the plumbers fee, do it yourself!
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@avilabi 3 күн бұрын
Ahh!! Thank you! As a young woman who was both terrified and determined to tackle this on my own, I literally couldn't have done it without you!!!!
@UltimateDiyer 3 күн бұрын
That is fantastic, my goal is to teach others how to DIY for that sense of accomplishment and to be able to save money at the same time. You and others like you are why I do what I do. Thank you for watching and commenting!
@user-xq8nq9jy6v 5 ай бұрын
A big Thank you. With your instruction I was able as an 82-year-old female to replace the canister easily saving bunches of money if I would have to call a plumber.❤
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
Great job! I’m so happy it helped you. Your comment makes what I do on KZfaq worth while. Thank you for watching and the comment.
@MisterP577 2 ай бұрын
I fixed my toilet thanks to this video! You saved me hours of time and potentially hundreds of dollars as I didn’t have to take apart the tank to replace this part. THANK YOU!
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
You are welcome, happy it helped. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@davidgerard9700 5 ай бұрын
Excellent! Watched the video, took three deep breaths, rehearsed on the $22 replacement, took off the canister, cleaned the gasket, replaced the canister, turned on the water, flushed the toilet and it worked like a champ in less than 60 seconds! Thank you so much!
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
Nice work! I’m very happy that it worked for you. I have another video coming out in the very near future that will go over many other problems that you can have with your toilet that you can fix without any tools and it very low cost. thank you for watching and thank you for the comment.
@jerryryan9924 2 ай бұрын
Best most easily understood presentation. I was frustrated on replacing the gasket on my Kohler toilet until I watched this. Well Done!
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Jerry, I appreciate you watching and I appreciate the comment
@Last_one_before_I_go 2 күн бұрын
Timely info. This saved me a bunch of time and tribulations on pulling the tank. Thanks.
@UltimateDiyer 2 күн бұрын
You are very welcome, happy it helped. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@janiedegiusti6984 10 күн бұрын
Thank you for such an easy explanation on how to replace the gasket. You're a godsend!
@UltimateDiyer 10 күн бұрын
You are welcome. I’m glad it helped. Thank you for watching and thank you for sharing
@user-bp7bg3hy3m 7 ай бұрын
Excellent video. Straight to the point and very clear. Great job.
@UltimateDiyer 7 ай бұрын
Thank you very much, appreciate the view and the compliment/comment.
@natemarg2001 6 ай бұрын
Super helpful. This was my first encounter with a Kohler canister valve and had no idea where to start. Your video allowed me to make a quick repair. Thank you!
@UltimateDiyer 6 ай бұрын
You are welcome, I’m happy that it was helpful. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@AndreeRobinsonNeal 4 ай бұрын
I've been wondering if I'd need to call someone to take care of this for me and I'm so glad to see I can do it myself. And understanding where to find the model number is so valuable as well. Thank you!
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
You are very welcome. I’m glad that I helped. Thank you for watching and thank you for the comment.
@morrispet 4 ай бұрын
GREAT teaching 👊🏽 I'd never seen a drum-type model You explained it perfectly
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
Thank you
@user-ou3wi5jv9l 5 ай бұрын
Not 82 but am a 73 year old female and I agree your video was a real belssing. Thank you so much and keep up the good work!
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
I am so glad that it actually worked well for you. That’s why I do what I do. Thank you for watching. And thank you for the awesome comment.
@krisarenz2009 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this video!! I purchased the part from Home Depot and replaced the broken upper portion of the flush valve (the part you said breaks easily was broken on ours) in less than 5 minutes!!! It was super easy and no plumber is needed for this repair! I found our model number for all parts in a sticker placed on the underside of the lid.
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
That is fantastic. I’m glad that it helped. Thank you so much for watching and the great comment.
@nori6388 5 ай бұрын
Your video was excellent ! Thank you sooo much ! I am a middle aged woman and had paid Plummer 300 last year for same thing ! ❤
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Comments like yours are why I make the videos. Thank you for watching and the comment.
@rayodelsol80 3 ай бұрын
Hey I just want to thank you so much! Our toilet broke and I sent this video to my boyfriend at work and he watched it and stopped at Lowe’s on the way home and it only took him a minute to fix it. You explained it so well!! Awesome
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
That is fantastic, I’m happy that it helped. Thank you for letting me know that it was helpful.
@TGYoung99 4 ай бұрын
Good presentation. Showing the connection method between the removable part and the piece that stays in place reinforces the "twist" needed to get those pieces apart.
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
Thank you
@BrionDingman 2 ай бұрын
Bless you sir for making this video! Made my swap exactly what you said it would be and saved me so much time and frustration....THANK YOU!!
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
You are welcome, I’m glad it helped you. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@craigtalbot607 Ай бұрын
Ahhhhhh … I wish I’d thought to look here BEFORE I “repaired” my toilet! However, I’m glad I found you before I repair it for the third time!!! I used “regular” replacement parts from Home Depot … and it still doesn’t work!! Sooo frustrating, especially when I’ve repaired at least three dozen toilets with no problem! What a pain, but thanks to you, I’m going to order the right thing … and likely replace more than I needed to! THANK YOU!
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
Thank you Craig, I appreciate you watching and the awesome comment. Let me know how it works out.
@petercharger1968 4 ай бұрын
This gentleman explained the exact common problem I had as clearly as the was standing next to me. Outstanding. I’m subscribed.
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
Thank you Peter, comments like yours make me want to keep putting out DIY videos, thank you for subscribing and the comment.
@lnealx3 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I didn’t have to replace anything, but just being able to take everything apart and reinstall it did the trick. This was easy to follow and understand. Thanks again!
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
Glad that it helped. Thank you for watching and thank you for the comment.
@CathyHolley-qm3dr 3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for this video. You saved me LOTS of time because the installation instructions for this part involve many unnecessary and time consuming steps. It really did take 60 seconds and I am so appreciative 🙂
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
That is fantastic that it made it easier on you, that’s the whole reason. I try to make the videos and I’m hopefully getting better at it every day. Thank you for watching and thank you for the nice comment.
@stephaniechhangur7699 11 күн бұрын
Thank you! We’re new homeowners and neither my husband nor I were taught how to be handy around the house. We’ve spent a lot on hiring plumbers and carpenters and electricians, but are feeling like we should learn some basics to save money. But who can we learn from? Well, this video helped us a ton! $25 fix and who knows how much more it would have cost us had we called the plumber. I have subscribed! Thanks so much! Next up…do you have a video on how to re-attach a faucet handle that’s fallen off? It’s a kitchen sink handle that sits on the side of the faucet.
@UltimateDiyer 11 күн бұрын
I am happy the video helped you and that you subscribed. I haven’t fixed a handle in a while mainly because there are so many different models and usually by the time they get bad the customer wants an all new one. But I will definitely upload the next one that I do. Most of the time it’s a small rubber seal that needs replacing but you may need a special tool to get to it. Some are easy and some are not depending on its age.
@stix562 4 ай бұрын
Finally a guy that shows the detail of the pieces and the quick repair and replace methods. Nice video , appreciate the close-ups of the two piece unit. Nice thanks.. if you take a rubber hose that is a little longer , coil it near the canister connection - much like a service loop in electrical wiring , lightly zip tie it that way so the coil flexes - it might fix that issue pr prolong the inevitable. I saw someone disassemble the yellow cap , there is probably a nifty way to do that - but they showed no closeups.
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
Awesome ideas, I have a short video coming out this week that shows the disassembly of the yellow disk. They have released a replacement part to fix the issue now. It is supposed to be stronger. The disk unscrews just like the main unit think medication bottle. Thanks for watching and the great insight.
@VazquezJose90 29 күн бұрын
Thank You so much for this video! You have no idea how many people you are helping with video! Saved me from calling the plumber!
@UltimateDiyer 29 күн бұрын
I’m glad that the helped you. Thank you for watching and taking the time to let me know that what I’m doing is worth while.
@samathew 7 сағат бұрын
Thanks! you did a great job explaining this!
@UltimateDiyer 6 сағат бұрын
You’re very welcome. I’m glad that it helped. Thank you for watching and thank you for the comment.
@allens7476 6 ай бұрын
Excellent! The last video I watched had me removing the tank! I was going to call a plumber.
@UltimateDiyer 6 ай бұрын
Oh no, that would be a ton of extra work, thank you for watching and thank you for the compliment
@MillerRacing1 7 ай бұрын
This is the MOST INFORMATIVE video I've ever seen! Toilets working great now!! Thanks!! New subscriber!
@UltimateDiyer 7 ай бұрын
Thank You for subscribing and the great comment , I very happy it helped you!
@kpow2266 13 күн бұрын
Thank you, Sir! I didn't fix my problem with your knowledge, but I learned what *wasn't* wrong ... so ... I guess I did!
@UltimateDiyer 12 күн бұрын
Well, that’s awesome that you were able to figure it out. By the way what was wrong with yours? Thank you for watching and thank you for the comment.
@kpow2266 12 күн бұрын
The toilet wouldn’t flush at all. I used another video to figure out that I needed to test the water pressure. Somehow the water valve had been turned way down.
@sef759 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! I thought I had to order some replacement parts and all I needed to do was reattach the little pole and turn clockwise! This was so helpful and easy to understand! :-)
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
That’s fantastic. I’m glad it helped. I appreciate you watching it and commenting.
@feliciano27 5 ай бұрын
Excellent explanation, you saved me time. God bless you on all your projects.❤
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching and the comment. Be sure you check out the latest video. It shows a lot of tips and tricks on how to keep your toilet running smoothly and it has some cool stuff about the canister in it as well. A cheaper part that you can get now on that same unit.
@rf9606 7 ай бұрын
I want to thank YOU for the great easy tip to change out the cannister.. I had bought all new parts for the 3 Kohler toilets after 2 started leaking from the seal.. after watching your video I only had to change out the cannister the easy way and problems solved ! Too bad KOHLER cant make a better seal!!!
@UltimateDiyer 7 ай бұрын
That’s fantastic, I very happy it helped you. And yes they need to improve their system. It’s definitely an issue. Thank you very much for watching.
@Liveculture Ай бұрын
Thanks for such a clear, straightforward video. You saved me a ton of time and probably a few bucks as well.
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
You are very welcome. I’m glad that it helped you. I appreciate you watching and the comment.
@JoeOfAllTrades100 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great video. It took me more than a minute, but my Kohler toilet is working like new. I especially appreciated your advice about not need to remove the top piece as mine seemed stuck and I did not want to risk breaking it.
@UltimateDiyer 8 ай бұрын
That fantastic, I'm glad it helped you. I install these a lot and they look scary until you actually replace one. Thank you for watching and I really appreciate you taking the time to leave me a comment.
@Fermentable 6 ай бұрын
Excellent Video. Although you cannot purchase the yellow cap individually, you can purchase the cap, center guide (stem), and chain rebuild kit for the canister. Kohler gp1229656 canister repair kit. @@UltimateDiyer
@gimliteye Ай бұрын
Yeah, circular yellow cap was chipped so would not stay inserted into stem. That was the entirety of the problem: plumbers wanted $260 for parts, because bog box stores don't carry this part--they do--plus $160 labor to install, these charges on top of a $140 bill for a "diagnostic" visit. My math puts that at over half a thousand for a part that cost $9 at Amazon--also available for $11 at Lowes--and 60 seconds of labor.
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
That’s crazy, i’m glad that you were able to fix it and not pay that crazy rate. Thank you for watching and thank you for commenting.
@oldbroad9878 10 күн бұрын
Thanks for the help. My problem was with the yellow disk but it appears to be an installer induced failure. The installer apparently removed the two locking protuberances on the stem of the disk. I see no way it could be normal wear. After 6 years, the disk began shooting off whenever the toilet was flushed. Your video walked me through the disassembly and installation of a new repair kit. I was having no success finding the repair part until you said that I needed to get the model number off the tank. Thanks again.
@UltimateDiyer 10 күн бұрын
You’re welcome, im glad it helped, thank you for watching and commenting.
@KevinHaeberle 4 ай бұрын
This was very helpful. Once I found this video it was so easy . Thanks!
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
You’re very welcome, Kevin. Thank you for watching and thank you for the comment.
@elizabethfoley8219 Ай бұрын
OMG! Thank you!! I was really dreading detaching the entire tank like the instructions said
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
You are very welcome, thank you for watching and commenting.
@dudleydorite7678 5 ай бұрын
Great video! When I run the water hose to the barb the toilet runs non-stop. Bought another one and it does the same thing. But if I put hose outside the tube the toilet will fill and work fine
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
It sounds like the seal at the bottom of the canister is leaking. I talk about the seal in this video. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/npqFdsyCsbfFinU.htmlsi=4IERcw9glalnpEh1
@JosephRash-w9n Ай бұрын
Well done! You are very good at instructional videos. Thanks
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
Thank you very much, I appreciate you watching and the comment.
@davidgates7379 2 ай бұрын
Great video. I'd never done valve like this, you made it super easy!
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
Thank you, my goal was to help other realize that it’s not all that difficult. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@Copeian15 3 ай бұрын
The yellow cap on top broke on my unit. The piece that secures it to the canister snapped off. Thanks for the video to let me know what i was getting into.
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
You’re very welcome. I’m glad that it helped. Thank you for watching and thank you for the comment.
@user-vl3gy6oj5x 2 ай бұрын
Why do you even need to yellow disc on top? Won’t it just break again? Is there an alternative solution for the fill hose other than hooking it to a new yellow disc?
@thomasedwards8552 3 ай бұрын
Thank you, this worked. However, a couple of comments. Yes, the new one twisted apart just as you described. The old one took significantly more force to unscrew, especially where it is located. Hands do not work that well down inside the tank. Secondly, it is very hard to reattach the chain if the canister is in place. Conversely, it is very hard to twist in the canister if you have already reattached the chain. Catch-22.
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
Very good points! I just think I’ve done it so many times and I don’t realize how hard it can be if you’re not used to doing it. Thank you for watching and thank you for the comments.
@suetolson7082 6 күн бұрын
Can I tell you how much time you saved me?!!!! Thank you so much!! It took longer to watch the video than to change since you explained so well.
@UltimateDiyer 6 күн бұрын
That is awesome. That’s why I make the videos to help others. Thank you so much for the kind comment and watching my video.
@Power5 25 күн бұрын
My 2 year old Kohler Santa Rosa already needs a new gasket at bottom. At least I hope that is the problem. It will run a few dozen times a day in between uses. I tried pushing down on that canister thinking the gasket was just not sealing well. Had an older american standard that was replaced by the kohler and the old style flapper valve was not sealing and would run constantly. So this leak is better, but I guess I am heading to the store to get a new gasket.
@UltimateDiyer 25 күн бұрын
Sometimes it’s the gasket and other times it’s the fill valve also. Let me know how it works out.
@Power5 25 күн бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer my little yellow cap unlocked not the whole shaft. Not sure if design changed or what. But pulled canister and gasket had a bubble in it. Nicked bubble with a knife to let air out and put it back together and not running any more. Not sure how that gasket gets air inside it. How is it not just solid rubber?
@tremoney713 Ай бұрын
thank , directions worked !! No problems.
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
Fantastic I’m glad it helped. I appreciate you watching and sharing
@annalombardi7126 3 ай бұрын
OMG this was an awesome video, quick and easy fix. It took me less then 5 mins. Thank you,😄
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
That’s fantastic, I a happy it helped you! Thank you for watching and the comment.
@rxalbert100 6 ай бұрын
good stuff! thanks for saving me a couple hundred dollars!!!
@UltimateDiyer 6 ай бұрын
Glad to help, thank you for watching, and thank you for the comment.
@sokkumboppaz Ай бұрын
Aw man I needed a video on how to replace the bottom part that you said stays. The locking mechanism broke on mine so the canister keeps popping out every time I flush.
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
Well looks like I need to make that video next. It’s not too hard to replace that part. But you will end up removing the tank as I’m sure you have figured out. Just take your time, it’s really self explanatory, just make sure you buy the complete assembly.
@rizzirizzirizzi 8 ай бұрын
Just what I needed. Thanks for the info.
@UltimateDiyer 8 ай бұрын
You are very welcome and thank you for watching.
@pmcatzoom 5 ай бұрын
Great video. Very helpful and thanks!
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
I am happy it helped, thank you for watching and the comment.
@PappyNet01 4 ай бұрын
Thanks. Our downstairs bathroom has a Kohler toilet and the top plastic where the hose connects to the flush valve (#1083980) just broke apart last night: the plastic sheared off. Earlier this morning I "Gorilla-Glued" the pieces as a quick solution, but dang-me the curing time is 24-hours - that is a lot of walking up and back down the stairs for my "Octogenarian Parents". I am planning to run to a couple of plumbing supply stores and see if I can get a replacement part.
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
I just updated the description with the new part that they have just lowered the price on Amazon that will fix that and I believe you can get that part in a day. Used to you had to buy the entire canister now you can buy just that centerpiece. Hope this helps and thank you for watching.
@PappyNet01 4 ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer Thanks I just returned home from visiting two-(2) local Plumbing Supply Stores, the first was Ferguson's Plumbing - their computer showed that they had the part in inventory, but it was not on the shelf - they could order it, but it would be over a week for arrival on Thursday, April 18, 2024. The second store was WinSupply Plumbing, but they are not a supplier for Kohler Parts. Prior to running my errand I searched the orange big box store's website and you have to order the part too. To my surprise the Gorilla Glue was holding very well, the clerk at the Ferguson's dropped the canister while he was holding, so I reinstalled the flush valve back into the toilet's tank. I don't think flushing the toilet will put more pressure on the glued area than the fall it took when the sales clerk dropped the cannister from his grasp while he was handling it.
@meatpockets 3 ай бұрын
Thanks, my problem was that the seal went bad. Home Depot had the part for $8. A little steep but better than having to replace the whole thing.
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
That’s awesome, that seal becomes an issue every now then. Glad you figured it out. Thanks for the comment.
@ronaldwhite5905 5 ай бұрын
Thank You! This was a great help.
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
Glad it helped! Be sure you watch the last video that I just put out it has a part that will fix that unit even cheaper. Thank you for watching and thank you for the comment.
@oldbroad9878 10 күн бұрын
Thanks for the help. My problem was with the yellow disk but it appears to be an installer induced failure. The installer apparently apparently removed the two locking protuberances on the stem of the disk. I see no way it could be
@UltimateDiyer 10 күн бұрын
Thank you, happy it helped!
@jacob1850 6 ай бұрын
Every time I flush mine, the canister gets stuck all the way up, and the water continuously fills and never stops. If I just tap it, it falls down easily
@UltimateDiyer 6 ай бұрын
I check your handle adjustment, if it looks good I would replace the canister. Thank you for watching and your question.
@davidj.9271 4 ай бұрын
I have the same problem. How do you adjust handle?
@DavidDavidsonA 4 ай бұрын
Same problem here
@danberman6819 2 ай бұрын
Mine keeps leaking. Won't seal
@KimNeyman 21 күн бұрын
Great video. My problem is that the canister moves left or right after a couple of flushes making the chain taut, and the canister doesn’t close so toilet keeps running. I already shortened the chain as much as i think is right. Any ideas?
@UltimateDiyer 21 күн бұрын
My first thought was the chain/handle as well. Maybe the canister is defective and causing it to stick. The next step would be to replace it, if you are sure the chain and handle are adjusted and working right. Make sure the handle isn’t bent out of shape.
@transamin85 4 ай бұрын
Thanks, great video. My problem with this canister is slightly different... i feel like the canister falls too fast and i get weak flushes. If i hold the handled down a little longer no problem... ideas?
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
The only real adjustment that might help that is adjusting your fill valve so that the waterline comes all the way up to the top of the canister. If that doesn’t work, you may consider just replacing the canister all together and see if that solves the issue
@bigdaddy91073 27 күн бұрын
@UltimateDiyer this is the problem I'm having too. Is the middle of the canister supposed to be full of water? The way ir seems from your explanation in the video is that the center of the canister is full of water and that's a what slows its closing? Or did I misunderstand that? Thanks!
@juanitaaltobelli3832 4 ай бұрын
My little yellow “disc” at the top has decided to separate itself from the canister itself. I heard it when I flushed and it came away from the canister stem, but the hose is still connected. They do not sell the yellow disc? Luckily I have the same three toilets in our home…should i just bit e the bullet and replace the whole canister you just demonstrated in your video? GREAT instructions by the way, your instructions were easy to follow.
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
From the time I put that video out, they have started selling the center yellow disc with the center rod at a much lower price. This is the link to the part on Amazon. www.amazon.com/dp/B0170823WC/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_GBY9ZKHHDDM0Z6GB8R1F?linkCode=ml2&tag=ultimatediyer-20
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
I’m glad that the video helped. Thank you for watching and thank you for the comment.
@jeremiegrund 5 ай бұрын
Just in case anyone else comes across this issue, Kohler does have a repair kit with just the common failure pieces. It's P/N GP1229656 or K-GP1229656
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
You are right, I just did a follow up video with the new part. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/npqFdsyCsbfFinU.htmlsi=ErmX0Vz7QMRfUgZf
@DavidHemingway 2 ай бұрын
I have a flush valve with a very hard plastic hose to the fill on the Kohler Canister. This canister has a stem that the hose won't fit on. I think the old one had a recess the tube used to be inserted in (it always popped out.) I want to cut off the hard plastic tube from system and replace with a tube that will replace it and fit on the nipple/stem on the canister. Any ideas? BTW I had ordered the wrong 3" bottom cannister but the flush part in the middle (1/4 turn beak-off easy) was all I needed. Great videos btw. I just need to bowl to fill when the tank is.
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
I usually get that hose at either the big box store or the local plumbing supply store, take the old one with you to make sure you get the correct one. They are a common size, thank you for watching the video and thank you for the comment. I glad that it helped.
@josharreola1786 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for this concise video! all my questions were answered! : }
@UltimateDiyer 6 ай бұрын
You are very welcome, thank you for the comment.
@joedian1399 4 ай бұрын
Good video. It seems the fitting on my yellow disc is fine and intact. But the hose is stiff and brittle and keeps popping off so it seems all i need is a new line. But im not sure if the is a little clamp holding the line on the fill valve or if it just pops off. I dont wanna go in and just pull and end up breaking my fill valve. Should that just pull off? Thanks!
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
You should be able to pull that clip loose.
@CeasarBergonia 6 ай бұрын
Thank you. I was ready to take my toilet bowl apart.... 5 min fix....
@UltimateDiyer 6 ай бұрын
I think a lot of people do. Thank you for the comment.
@NickMacechko Ай бұрын
Al ot of information ,but, would have liked to see actual replacement from the tank
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
I will try and make more that show that in the future. Thank you for watching and commenting.
@yamanz23 Ай бұрын
Hi, Im having issues with the water fillling up after each flush. I have to take the back cover off and wiggle the valve for it to kick on and fill it back up. Very frustrating. 😫
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
You May want to replace the flush valve, I have a video or two showing the process. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r7SkqcR9mdTThWw.htmlsi=dny0r-U-VE_21MTB kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d8tkmK2Kq7vUhH0.htmlsi=cuVc9qGuspjgFNs1 Look at these 2 videos
@mvann5 2 ай бұрын
Do you like this flush valve system? I'm wondering if I have a choice, should I avoid it?? Thank you!
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
That’s a good question, you are seeing more and more canisters now and for the most part they work just fine. I think this particular model just had an issue with that hose getting hit every time the flush handle was used. I really like the Toto toilet, you can get a basic Drake Toto at a reasonable price. I’m changing all of my personal units at home to Toto. amzn.to/3XqFT2n
@mvann5 2 ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer I'm in California and they won't allow toilets with 1.6 flush. Also I need round shape for tiny bathroom. May be stuck with Kohler cimmaron or high line arc
@dierdrebrooks2545 5 ай бұрын
Hello, my name is Miss Brooks, and I just like to say you explain that very well.I am no longer intimidated. What I would like to do is have a better flush and a stronger flush. How do I accomplish that? I have a Koehler toilet. Model number 5380-AA. I just changed my very first Koehler toilet flush valve.😊
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
That’s awesome, im glad it helped. I just released a follow up video and it explains how you adjust the water level so you don’t have that annoying water running sound. It works the same way to get a stronger flush by making sure the water is as high as possible. Set the float as high as possible without the water overflowing into the canister. Thank you for watching and the comment.
@mel3256 3 ай бұрын
I have a kolher 4236, slightly different stem but also a canister model. The stem dislodges every flush. Very annoying. Why would the stem constantly come up and out?...hope if I replace the entire unit it all works. New canister is $55 in my town.
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
I’m not positive without seeing what it’s actually doing but what you’re describing sounds like the same problem with the Kohler yellow top sounds like when you go to flush the canister is hitting the rubber line, causing it to pop the top off. I would replace the unit and maybe see if I could find a more flexible line, Possibly a little bit longer that you can kind of pin up away from the canister valve.
@lightfox11 4 ай бұрын
Thanks
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
You are very welcome
@Vailsec 12 күн бұрын
First, thank you for the excellent video and explanation. Second, I have a question, mine doesn't flush fully unless you hold down the handle. My theory is that the canister is coming down to quickly, before letting all of the water out. I tried messing with the chain, it doesn't matter. This use to work by the way, and recently just stopped. Not being experienced in this area, does this sound like the canister itself could be the issue to someone more experienced? Or something else?
@UltimateDiyer 12 күн бұрын
In older units with flappers, the flapper gets hard and doesn’t function properly, so it could be the canister itself. Another possibility is that the water isn’t set high enough. I set mine as high as possible without overflowing the canister. Also make sure hard water hasn’t clogged the bowl jets, that also happens. Lastly the handle and chain can be out of wack but you said you messed with that. I would try a new canister unit if you have tried everything else. The fill valve can make things act weird as well but that usually doesn’t make the canister fall to quickly unless it’s not filling with enough water, “clogged”. Start with the simplest things first like water level, make sure handle is fully opening the canister, then look at water flow into the tank and bowl. Then try a new canister, new flush valve last resort. Let me know what you find, thanks for watching and asking the question
@Vailsec 9 күн бұрын
@@UltimateDiyerIt actually ended up being a calcium buildup on the siphon jet on in the inside of the bowl. The jet couldn't force water out fast enough to flush the toilet. I broke it down with some toilet bowl cleaner and a small knife to chip away at the buildup. Now it flushes great! Thanks again!
@stevehalzel7935 2 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Steve for the super thanks, it’s greatly appreciated! So first if the hose keeps popping off, I would replace it with a new hose. I’m assuming the plastic nipple is not broken off . You can get the hose at Home Depot, simply by taking the one off of the unit and matching it, but make sure that the new hose is a little bit longer so the flush arm doesn’t hit it. The new hose will be more flexible. I have even used a small steel s hook attached to the rear of the tank to hold the hose back. The noise could be coming from the hose coming loose and squealing or the part itself could be defective. I’m not sure if you fully replaced that part or you’re asking me if it needs to be replaced if it’s making a lot of noise I would probably just replace it. But before you do that remove the tank lid and flush the toilet. A lot of the time the squealing noise is coming from the fill valve, not the flush canister. If that’s the case replace the fill valve or the small gasket inside the valve. I have a video showing you how to do both on my channel. Hope this helps, let me know how it works out. Thank you again appreciate you watching.
@stevehalzel7935 2 ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer Thank you! The hose seems ok. It was the yellow nipple that was broken. I replaced the canister in less time than it took me to watch your video!!! Totally fantastic!! You are the 1st person on KZfaq that I have thanked. And I've had to do a lot of DIY lately. Thanks again.
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
You are very welcome
@dedspark 4 ай бұрын
I have that Kohler toilet valve. This toilet was replaced when we had the bathroom remodeled. It's less than a month old. Our problem started slowly but is happening more often. Sometimes it works normally, sometimes it takes quite a while to start refilling, and sometimes it doesn't refill at all and I have to take off the lid and tap the arm. Any suggestion for that?
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
That sounds like a defective fill valve. If they ran all new water lines they may have gotten trash in the line at hookup. I would just replace the valve fill valve, the part is under $20. There is also a gasket in the valve you can replace for a few bucks that might fix the problem. I have a video on it under my plumbing playlist.
@lindy071 3 ай бұрын
I have had an issue with a leak by the flush valve for awhile. I flush the toilet a second time and it seats better and won't run. Ive changed the round seal twice now and can't eliminate the problem. Sometimes it will run and other times it won't. Thoughts? Could the issue be with the base unit the seal lands on? Frustrated.
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
It could be, if you pick up the entire unit it will include the whole assembly. I would try that, also make sure the water fill line isn’t too close to the top of the tube. That too will make it occasionally do that. This is the entire assembly, www.amazon.com/dp/B00CXS27BC/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_MJQB4KT2QFCJ58KAA00H?linkCode=ml2&tag=ultimatediyer-20
@VAwriter 3 ай бұрын
We have this setup and the canister sticks when flushing about half the time - you have to tap the canister to get it to go down, otherwise the water keeps running. Any hack to fix this? I tried adjusting the chain but it didn't seem to help much.
@UltimateDiyer 3 ай бұрын
I’ve seen this a few times in the past something seems to go wrong with some of the canisters and they have a sticking point. I’ve ended up replacing the canister and they tend to work pretty well after that. Sometimes adjusting the handle can help where it doesn’t go so far up, but it sounds like you’ve already done that. Thank you for watching and thank you for the question. Let me know if you come up with a solution or if you just replace it.
@paulreimer7781 Ай бұрын
My 3 year old Kohler is just VERY hard to flush, 2 hands on handle to force a flush especially if not used for 8 hours? flapper seal on the flush can?
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
Possibly and possibly the handle is bent and out of alignment. Every once in a while I change the entire handle assembly if it seems to be sticking. You can slowly push the handle and see if you find the sticking spot. If that doesn’t solve the problem, then I would look closely at the seal or maybe even the entire flush assembly.
@2ndBreakfassst Ай бұрын
I did this replacement a few months ago when the old one broke at the bottom nub. Recently, I've found that there's a tiny trickle of water into the bowl after the tank is full. I pulled the flush canister and checked the gasket. It still seems to be in good shape, soft, and mating surfaces were clean. Is it possible the fill valve is not closing all the way and needs to be replaced?
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
Yes, I would definitely change the fill valve if you are sure the gasket is good on the flush valve. Thank you for watching!
@2ndBreakfassst Ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer appreciate the feedback!
@jimgriffin4063 4 ай бұрын
I followed your video and replaced the gasket. My toilet is not a year old. The top is not cracked. When I put it all back together it is still leaking, what do you think?
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
If it is leaking into the bowl and the gasket did not fix it, it is probably going to be the fill valve itself. Make sure the water level is not set too high as well. I have another video I released a few weeks ago that covers running toilets and quick fixes.
@HowardSteele-lw6wy 2 ай бұрын
I replaced the valve assembly no issues. The tank however still doesnt fill up with the hose attached to the yellow tip. If I remove the hose and have the water fill directly into the tank the float valve shuts off the water supply. WHat am I doing wrong? Why doesnt the tank fill with the hose attached to the yellow tip?
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
Water comes out in 2 places. The hose and the bottom of the valve. The hose fills the bowl after you flush, that’s why it goes down the canister, If the tank isn’t filling up I would look close at the bottom of the valve and make sure it has water coming out of it after flushing. Sounds like there is something wrong maybe blocking the outlet in the valve assembly. I can’t see what happening but if it sounds like water is running down the drain, make sure the canister is seated properly and not allowing water to escape.
@tompipes2371 5 ай бұрын
Good morning, great video. Question? My Kohler like your example seems to have problems. Everything seems to be working however the toilet doesn’t flush it fills the bowl with water and doesn’t flush. Used a snake, wide open. The toilet on the other side of wall back to back works great. Could it be the top valve u mentioned? The bottom seal has been changed and seals the tank fine. After sitting the bowl does drain down to normal. Help please..
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
It’s hard to diagnose without see it in action but if the bowl is filling it sounds like maybe the flush valve isn’t allowing enough water to enter or the fill valve is functioning correctly. Take the tank lid off and flush and see if the take is emptying completely into the bowl. You should only have a small amount of water in the bottom of the tank.
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
Also I know you said you have a second toilet backed up to this one, you could have a partial clog in your vent stack that is blocking air to that toilet.
@tompipes2371 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your reply. I found a blockage under the toilet. The snake couldn’t reach it. Used a super plunger for about 10 minutes finally got it loose. Works like a champ now. Keep up the great videos…..
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
That's great news, I thought it sounded like a blockage of some kind. @@tompipes2371
@phillyrose 5 ай бұрын
The piece that seems to have gone bad on my toilet is the lower gasket that this screws into. What is that piece called and is it easy to replace on a one piece toilet?
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
Yes it’s easy, check out my latest video, I talk about that gasket, kzfaq.info/get/bejne/npqFdsyCsbfFinU.htmlsi=5AvtUlHwHrxT0YwG
@davidmauricio8886 4 ай бұрын
Do you have a video about the canister for one piece toilets that have tabs on the base instead of threads? All the tabs broke off on mine.
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
No I don’t but I will look into that next. What model of toilet do you have?
@davidmauricio8886 4 ай бұрын
I have K3813 one piece toilet.
@sz11sneaker Ай бұрын
Mine flushes great..fills fine got spare gasket and flush valve just in case..Amazon had sale and it was $5...hope I didn't jinx it..
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
Fantastic thanks for the heads up. Appreciate you watching and commenting.
@artriumph 7 ай бұрын
Good video. Couldn’t you simply remove the broken tip and stick the hose in to the hole in the yellow piece on top?
@UltimateDiyer 7 ай бұрын
Unfortunately it will not stay in place, every time you flush the canister moves and after 10 or so flushes it pops off again. Most people try to do that and realize it’s not going to work in the long run. Great question, thanks for watching!
@mr.turnerx7615 Ай бұрын
I have a problem with the same unit, only it’s the top yellow disc itself that keeps popping out. I have tried pushing it back into the tube but it will pop back out after a couple flush’s. Any suggestions? Btw the disk does not appear to be broken
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
I’ve seen that happen as well as the stem breaking off. I would replace the unit. The yellow dish twists on and off but may be broken if it will not stay, a new one is under $9 amzn.to/3A07XQs Hope this helps
@mr.turnerx7615 Ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer thank you so much! The disc does not appear broken as the bottom half is intact with 2 “half moon” indents, it looks to me like it pressed in and wore out? I’m gonna try some pipe tape and see if it holds. Thank you for the link
@LonnieGaddis-oy4ww 5 ай бұрын
When I flush the water goes out,but it acts like the water does not want to turn on to refill.I can touch the float arm it starts to fill.Is there an adjustment. I see the something that looks like a screw driver fits,did not understand what that might do.
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
That adjustment sets the water height, it sounds like you need to replace the fill valve, it’s sticking.
@LonnieGaddis-oy4ww 5 ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer Thank you very much.
@willblood7082 7 ай бұрын
I found your video searching for how to fix my toilet, with this Kohler flush valve that was running. I changed out the seal, which was very easy, but it’s still running. Any idea on why?
@UltimateDiyer 7 ай бұрын
Sounds like the water level is too high, did you turn the set screw and adjust the water level down a bit?
@willblood7082 7 ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer First, thank you for replying! I haven’t, but will try that. FYI, this toilet is probably 5 years old and has a very defined water line which it still fills up to, but now just keeps running. The old seal was in great shape but I changed it anyway. Also, if I jiggle the cylinder around a little bit I can usually get it to stop running.
@willblood7082 7 ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer I adjusted the set screw a number of times and it kept filling up all the way to the waterline and running so I figured it was the fill valve that was bad, so I replaced it and it’s now fixed, thanks again 👍🏻
@UltimateDiyer 7 ай бұрын
Great information. That was next on my list of possible fixes. Thank you for the update.
@kevinlyons2560 5 ай бұрын
Question for you. On our Kohler toilet with this flush canister, the yellow disk on top that the hose connects to comes out of the center plastic piece when we flush. The canister raises up, hits the hose and dislodges the yellow disk. What recommendations do you have to fix that? Do I need to replace the whole canister assembly? Can the yellow disk be super glued or epoxied in place? Thanks for the help!
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
Watch this video, I have the Amazon link to the center part you need to replace. Glueing will ultimately fail. The part is fairly cheap. Thank you for watching and the question. Let me know if you need more help.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/npqFdsyCsbfFinU.htmlsi=Zq8muyizqRzFe9to
@kevinlyons2560 4 ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer That was it. Thank you,
@jaimebaca9439 6 ай бұрын
I have three of these in my house. Two are fine. One I’ve had to replace the gasket about once a year since installing in 2019. Bottom line, I have a house full of Kohler fixtures and slowly reply with Moen stuff. Kohler stuff is cheaply made.
@UltimateDiyer 6 ай бұрын
That seems to be the on going story. I have started installing TOTO and love them. I have one of their higher end toilets coming up, and I will put out a video on it when I do. Thank you for your comment and for watching.
@leebrowwski Ай бұрын
Greetings from Montreal. Where do I send the case of Molson? Looks like I owe you a beer..or two. I just saved over a hondred bucks! Merci beaucoup.
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
That’s awesome Lee, I’m glad it helped, you can send me a super thanks, that helps the channel.
@leebrowwski Ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer I'm gonna hold to that! I love your channel.
@peoplesuccess 2 ай бұрын
My canister just drops as soon as the handle is released and stops the flushing. Any ideas?
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
It sounds like there isn’t enough water entering the tank or in the tank to begin with. Take the lid off and check that the tank is full of water to the top of the canister. When you do flush you should hear the water filling rapidly, if not you may have a clogged or broken fill valve. You can also have the handle connected wrong at the canister, meaning the handle could be bent or broken so it’s not pulling the canister all the way open. Hope this helps. Thank you for watching and the question.
@mrscience7571 Ай бұрын
Same problem. I have to hold the handle down for the tank to empty completely. The tank does fill to the proper level.
@harryhetrick6735 4 ай бұрын
I just had a kohler toilet installed by a plumber. It seems when you flush the water fills to the top and then overflows (does not completely shutoff Wasting water) I tried to change the water level by adjusting the turn screw but it doesn’t change the water level in the tank. Any suggestions?
@UltimateDiyer 4 ай бұрын
Harry, honestly it sounds like the fill valve needs adjustment. When you turn the adjustment screw, and then flush again is it not changing the water level at all? If it is not, you may not be working the adjustment screw properly or it’s defective. With the lid off do you see water running over the top of the canister? If not the gasket at the bottom of the canister may need replacing. It would be unusual for the fill valve or the canister gasket to be bad on a brand new toilet but not impossible.
@harryhetrick6735 4 ай бұрын
The water is running over the top of the canister. Turning the adjustment screw either way does not change the water level.
@duanelinstrom4292 6 ай бұрын
In your opinion which is better, the Toto Drake toilet, or this Kohler with the canister flush valve? I want a toilet that works reliably. Here in California 1.26 gallons is the maximum flush water volume. I don’t want a vulnerable valve, and I’m willing to pay a bit more for a Toto if that’s the more reliable item.
@UltimateDiyer 6 ай бұрын
Honestly I’m replacing every toilet in my home with Toto’s I think they are a better toilet, remember they have several models. I will be releasing a video in the near future installing a higher end Toto unit.
@lindamassey9899 5 ай бұрын
My Kohler leaks after flushing. I watched your video, but the yellow gasket is clean. The tube on the top is not broken. There is no serial number on the inside of the tank. I took a picture and it linked to Kohler. It said to clean the fill valve seat/seal and replace it. I'm afraid I'll break the yellow cap. Does it just snap off with effort? Thank you. I'm an older single women and love to be independent with the help of your videos!
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
Yes, it does just snap out. You have to go counterclockwise and push fairly firm. You’ll fill it click and then come loose. Just make sure that you have the water off and if you can either use a sponge in a bucket or a wet back to get the rest of the water out of the tank so you don’t have a lot of water on the floor And I do agree with what they say. It sounds like there’s something causing problems at the bottom of the valve. If it’s leaking, you may be able to change that gasket at the bottom or you may need to replace the entire unit if there is a crack or something wrong with it.
@lindamassey9899 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for your quick reply. I hope I can handle this. I enjoyed your clear instructions on your You Tube .
@tomfogg1751 2 ай бұрын
i have had to replace the little yellow gasket several times. Is that normal?
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
You might try replacing the rubber hose with a longer more flexible hose, one viewer suggested strapping the longer hose up to keep it away from the handle. I replace the hose each time and it seems to stop the breakage.
@carlosjimenez6738 2 ай бұрын
What if my toilet makes a funny noise every time the water starts to fill up? Didn’t happen before. And that yellow piece at the top keeps twisting off on its own.
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
It sounds like the yellow insert is flat broken that could be where the noise is coming from and it should not be popping off. If the hose itself is popping off of the yellow piece, replace the hose, it can be owed and brittle. But I would go ahead and replace the canister assembly if that yellow piece is popping out and it’s making noise. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching and thanks for the question.
@mrsmucha Ай бұрын
My Kohler toilet does the ghost or phantom flushing. Will replacing the canister solve this problem?
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
That depends the canister will fix that if the reason it is is ghost flushing is because it is slowly draining water due to the leaking canister seals or another possibility can be your fill valve not working correctly. But in most cases, I would start by replacing the canister. It’s quick and easy and most of the time it stops the ghost flushing.
@UltimateDiyer Ай бұрын
There is also a seal at the bottom of that canister that you can try to replace that only cost a few dollars
@HowardSteele-lw6wy 2 ай бұрын
The tank still doesnt fill up after replacing the valve,what am I doing wrong
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
See second comment
@DanRoBurton 2 ай бұрын
On mine the neck keeps breaking where it twists into the base unit. Is there a reason that could keep happening?
@UltimateDiyer 2 ай бұрын
Do you mean that you keep replacing the unit and that same part keeps breaking on the replacements or it the same part keeps breaking on the original unit?
@DanRoBurton 2 ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer The replacement neck.
@maureenmurphy6070 5 ай бұрын
Hi..what my problem is is the yellow disc with tube attached lifts off when I flush. I'm not sure what is broken . I have tried putting it back on to no avail. It will not turn. I see just the canister repair kit on amazon. Is that what I need? or the whole flush valve kit.???
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
The flush valve kit I order from amazon includes the center post so that might fix your issue. It’s hard for me to say without see your unit in action. If the yellow cap is coming off, it’s attached to the center post and that comes with the part you can order on amazon. amzn.to/49a51MZ
@maureenmurphy6070 5 ай бұрын
@@UltimateDiyer Thank you ...that is the part I ordered, hopefully easy enough to install. Your video above is just replacing canister. Do you have a video on replacing center post with new disc?? Thanks again. Maureen
@maureenmurphy6070 5 ай бұрын
and.... it's fixed. After I got the part I realized it was just the yellow disc that was actually broken and white ring missing???? Thank you for your great advice!!
@jacksoncallan642 5 ай бұрын
My yellow disc has parted from the central pipe and the water goes in on the side of the cannister instead. Sometimes the cannister gets hung up and won't go down all the way. Is the off-center yellow disc the problem?
@UltimateDiyer 5 ай бұрын
You can order just the disk and center rod amzn.to/49FgTrq or once you go to this link, you can also look for the entire canister. If it’s hanging up, I almost would replace the entire canister.
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