How to Fix a Toilet - Water Supply Valve Replacement - Part 2 of 2

To download the Project Guide to this video for 99 cents =
http://www.homeownerseries.com/xcart/Toilet-and-Sink-Water-Supply-Valve-Repla...

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Part 1 of 2 = http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7CWDoZLChU
Part 2 of 2 = http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kZ4xWx_vxU
Part Overview = http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pLidlD3QBU

To view the Water Supply Valve Playlist = http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=A5F38BD8A94D3933

Water Supply Valve Replacement

Then with Rib Joint Pliers or an adjustable open-end wrench unscrew the water supply hose from the bottom of the toilet's fill valve shank. Now place one open-end adjustable wrench on the compression nut while placing the second wrench on the water supply valve itself. Once in position hold the water supply valve in place with one wrench while turning to loosen the compression nut with the second wrench. Once the compression nut is loose turn it by hand and remove the valve from the water pipe. When the old valve is removed the compression nut and ring will remain attached to the water supply line. These parts should be reused on the new water supply valve if they are in good condition. However, if corroded or otherwise damaged they will have to be cut off and replaced.

Expect water to drain out of the pipe when the valve is removed so prepare to quickly switch valves. The water can be collected in a small bin that has been placed beneath the valve before removal. The new valve, which was made ready, needs to be fully inserted into the water pipe and aligned vertically. Screw the compression nut onto the water supply valve hand tight. Then take the two open-ended adjustable wrenches and tighten the compression nut onto the water supply valve until it is tight. Be careful not damage the valve, however, it must be tight or it will leak. The water supply valve outlet should be vertical when it is installed correctly. Keep in mind not to force the water supply into a vertical position when the lock nut is tight because this may cause a leak to the water pipe joint behind the wall.

With the water supply valve firmly in place, attach the toilet tank hose to the water supply valve and tighten it carefully. Then attach the water supply hose to the fill valve's shank and tighten a quarter turn past hand tight.

With the water supply valve in the off position turn on the water main to the house. Return to the toilet and check for water leaks at the water valve connection, if there are none, turn on the water supply valve. With the water supply valve on the toilet's tank will begin to fill. Inspect the overall assembly for leaks and tighten accordingly. Once the tank has filled replace the lid and the task is complete.

Category:

Howto & Style

Tags:

• Toilet
• Repair
• leaking
• water
• supply
• valve
• tank
• hose
• connection
• pipe
• shut
• off
• turn
• on

[HomeownerSeries]

Dremel tool.

[PostedbyRRI]

Very well done...I think I'll give this a shot. Thank you.

[Tritonprince]

I attempted to take the broken supply valve for at least three hours following the rep advice. I turn YouTube on and there you were. Everything in detail. You showed me which way to turn the two bolts. I was afraid I have stripped the valve threads to where I would have to cut the pipe or call a service person to fix it. Thanks again, you must have saved me at least 200 dollars by not having to contact a plumber. :0)

[bbmak0]

Thank you so much for the video. I just replace my leaking water supply valve today by following the instruction from the video.

[EnzoFuturistic]

god i hope i never have to do this. I probably will...but thanks to this video I'll at least have a guide.

[C5Rigzz]

@C5Rigzz Update: So far, so good. It was soldered. The torch did the trick. Now we have a new shutoff valve that actually completely shuts off the water to the toilet like it should. Thanks for your very instructional video!

[C5Rigzz]

Doing this today... first stumbling block is the water supply valve doesn't want to come apart. Might be soldered on (house 1982). Going to hit it with torch otherwise time to cut. Wish me luck!

[RobertR3750]

Very glad for this video. It helped me figure out how to turn the fittings to loosen things.

[unclematt3]

@jimd1701 - With most compression fittings you are NOT supposed to use teflon tape. In fact, with the sleeve fitting show I don't think you are supposed to use it. I could be wrong, though. Good luck.

[Jimd1701]

Good video, but he should've mentioned using plumber's tape in addition to everything else. After connecting everything, I still had a water leak from the new valve. I called my dad up for some advice, and he asked me if I used plumber's tape. I told him no, because this video didn't mention it, or show tape being used. I disconnected everything, put plumber's tape on the grooves, and reconnected everything.......no leaks.

[JoelHeidtman]

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

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