My Kohler Toilet Will Not Stop Running. Help!

Question: My Toilet Will Not Stop Running. Help!


Answer: This is a common problem and it wastes water and costs you money every month. To fix this follow the steps below:


(Note: This fix is for Kohler Toilets, however, it will work for all toilets that use the fluidmaster style flush system.)


1. Shut off the water supply to the toilet.

2. Remove the float valve top by rotating the top cap 1/4 inch counterclockwise. Lift up the float arm ads you rotate the top. The arm will leverage off the cap.

3. Remove the seal from the cap and rinse it off with water. Check the condition of the seal for any tears or cracks.

4. Cover the unit with a cup to prevent water splashing and turn on the water supply to flush the line. (Do this for about 30 seconds.)

5. Turn the water supply back to the off position.

6. Reinstall the seal (the old one is fine if it is in good condition, if not then replace with a new one.)

7. Turn the water supply back on and check to see if the running water has stopped.

Kohler's Conceal™ Mirrored Medicine Cabinet - New for 2010

The Conceal™ mirrored cabinet from Kohler features a seamless design that is easy to clean and is rust-free.

The new medicine cabinet can be mounted recessed into the wall or it can be mounted directly to the wall. The mirror is available with either a beveled edge or a metallic gray frame.

New for 2010 Kohler Clearflo® Toe Tap Drain

The Clearflo® drain by Kohler is available in all of the popular Kohler finishes.

The drains open and close with a simple toe tap so a drain lever is not required. The drains are constructed of solid brass and they are very durable.

Kohler Contemporary Bottle P-Trap K-9033

With many modern bathrooms, the underside plumbing is exposed. Kohler has released a new Bottle P-Trap that enhances your contemporary bathroom.

The p-trap is small and unobtrusive and it meets most building code requirements. The Kohler P Trap is available in colors to match Kohler Faucets.

Kohler Elate™

Kohler's new faucet for 2010 is called the Elate™ This faucet is designed to give the consumer Kohler's good looks and quality, yet at a lower price point.

The faucet features a high arched spout, and pullout spray wand with 2 different functions, and the design is modern and very minimalist.

The Elate™ Kitchen Faucet will be available in the late 2nd quarter of 2010.

Tool Taped to my Insinkerator Garbage Disposal.

Question: I have this tool that is taped to my insinkerator garbage disposal. What is it for?

Answer: The tool is an allen style wrench that you can use to un-jam your disposal. The operation is very simple, take the allen tool and put it in the allen bolt in the bottom of the disposal. This allows you to move the mechanism without electrical power. Then you can spin it a few times with the wrench. Then turn on the water and the disposal and it should clear the blockage.

See the photo above for a bottom view of the disposal and one of the wrench, where you use the wrench.

What is a Tub and Shower Faucet?

Question: What is a tub and shower faucet?

Answer: A tub and shower faucet is a combined tub filler and shower head faucet. This unit has a diverter located either on the tub spout or the valve that allows you to switch from overhead shower to the tub filler.

Popular brands of tub and shower faucets include, Moen, Delta, Kohler, Price Pfister and Grohe.