Water trickle from cistern into bowl constantly

run_Forrest_run

There is a constant trickle of water from the cistern into the bowl. I don't think the problem is with the shut-off/ball float thingy because even if the cistern is full and I keep the lever suspended the water from the bowl will eventually trickle out despite no additional water being added.

Is it relatively easy to replace this type of refill mechanism? I'm not a DIY expert but would have a go if it's a matter of removing the mechanism and cleaning/replacing a seal. But if there's potentially other issues at play I'd just wait for a plumber to some and do it right.

afatbollix

The seal from the flush to the bowel has gone. You will need to take the cistern off to fit a new one.

Its a fiddly job but can be done diy.

run_Forrest_run

thanks @afatbollix, I think I'll get a plumber to do it because the one in the ensuite has the same issue. Is it possible to replace them with the more modern bottom filling types?

10-10-20

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122242070#Comment_122242070

Yes, that looks like a type of Torbek type filler and I find them a pain. You can have the plumber fit a standard float or bottom fill silent type.

magicbastarder

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122242054#Comment_122242054

apt typo.

run_Forrest_run

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122242170#Comment_122242170

😂 I just spotted that now…

AlanG

I did one that looked very similar recently and I just had to reomve the connector to the lid and twist out the central part to get at the seal. Brought the old seal to a plumbing suppliers and for a few quid I replaced it. Try to find the manual or model online and you could save yourself a hundred euro easily. It's a pretty eay job.

Worst case replace the whole central flush unit for around €40. These things just screw in with a bit of tape or specialist sealant to seal.

GreeBo

Just before you go to the effort of replacing, sometimes a bit of dirt can get stuck and prevent a full seal, give it a quick clean and see if that helps.

pinkfloyd34

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122242205#Comment_122242205

I done the same as this, took out the Central part and just took off the rubber seal and turned it around and put it back on. Fixed the dripping noise which can be torture if you can hear it going asleep. You may not even need a new seal just turn it around, YouTube have 100s of videos on it.

run_Forrest_run

@AlanG so it was a matter of twist to release the central flush mechanism? Yeah I saw a few Youtube videos but not one of that type yet..I'll keep looking. This is great, I'd de delighted to fix it myself. Thanks all.

DC999

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122242226#Comment_122242226

Yeah, reversing the seal worked for me too.

greasepalm

+ know where to switch off the water to stop it filling up while you work at it.

pinkfloyd34

Yes just twist and release the centre part it should click I think. Some cisterns turn off the water at the valve at the side but my one has no valve so the water just goes into the bowl so no need to turn off the water if there is no valve.

I think the newer toilets have no valve to turn of the water but maybe someone more knowledgeable can correct me on this.

run_Forrest_run

I certainly don't see any isolating valve (unlike the toilet upstairs which is of the same age and does have one)

Field east

maybe the upstairs valve also turns off water to downstairs toilet

How do you turn off water to overall house supply- valve under the kitchen sink, under the stairs, a valve out on the road or what? .

It could cost you €1oo + if you get a plumber in. These type of cisterns are fairly easy to fix so should give you great satisfaction if you repair it yourself