Friday, January 25, 2013

Toilet Flange Wax Ring Replacement Part 2 of 2

www.homeownerseries.com This is video #2 of a 3-part series. The videos are: Part 1 of 2 = youtu.be Part 2 of 2 = youtu.be Part Overview = youtu.be To view the Wax Ring Replacement Playlist = www.youtube.com Next, slide out and remove the bolts from the sewer flange and place them in the trash bag. Lastly, clean up any remaining wax with the scraper and paper towels and place them into the trash bag. The sewer flange should be clean of any wax and debris. Once the sewer flange is clean, inspect the flange to ensure that it is not damaged in any way. If the sewer flange or sub-flooring is damaged, they will need to be repaired accordingly. Wax Ring Replacement If the sewer flange is in good condition then the new wax ring can be installed. To install the new wax ring first remove the soft wax ring from its tray by griping the center plastic hole carefully, and pulling off the plastic tray. Next, place the wax ring onto the sewer flange with the narrow end of the plastic lip inserted into the flange. Center and adjust the ring as needed. Now slide the plastic holding washers down the mounting bolts and set the new bolts into the mounting channels along the edge of the toilet flange and slide them into place. Toilet Replacement Once the wax ring and mounting bolts are all in place then the area is ready to have the toilet remounted. Lay a straight edge on the floor next to the mounting bolts to help mark the bolts position. Begin by placing the base of the toilet over the ...

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