{"product_id":"toto-aimes-1-28-gpf-elongated-one-piece-toilet-with-washlet-connection-ms626124cef","title":"TOTO Aimes 1.28 GPF Elongated One-Piece Toilet With Washlet+ Connection MS626124CEF","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eTOTO Aimes 1.28 GPF Elongated One-Piece Toilet With Washlet+ Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eTOTO’s award-winning toilets are engineered with you in mind. They perform reliably for years because they must meet our rigorous quality standards, the highest in the industry. That’s why our TOTO toilets are universally recognized as the best in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eWith timeless styling and flawless performance, our toilets’ designs are distinctive but adaptable. They work well with a wide array of bathroom interiors and architectural expressions. From the modern Nexus to the transitional Aquia IV to the classic Connelly, we offer a wide selection of beautiful designs that work with any aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eWith a modern, bold design, this toilet features our Tornado flushing system which combines gravity with centrifugal force for a highly efficient flush. CEFIONTECT technology (see Smartfact below) is also featured.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTornado Flush® system, high-efficiency (1.28 GPF\/4.8 LPF)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCEFIONTECT® ceramic glaze prevents debris and mold from sticking to ceramic surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecially designed to accommodate a WASHLET®+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElongated Bowl with SoftClose Slim Seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat and cover made from Urea resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkirted design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal Height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12\" Rough-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome plated trip lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"background-color: #a1e3ed;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 100px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 100px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"float: left; padding: 20px; vertical-align: center;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/download.png?v=1636700029\" width=\"130\" height=\"130\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToto People-Centered Design Smart Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Aimes One Piece HET uses CEFIONTECT ceramic glaze, which creates an extraordinarily smooth, ion-barrier surface to help keep the bowl cleaner with every flush.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnology \u0026amp; Innovation Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTornado Flush\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TORNADO FLUSH features two powerful nozzles that create a centrifugal, cyclonic rinsing action which reduces waste buildup and keeps the bowl cleaner. Using only 1.28 gallons per flush, this high-efficiency system is more effective in one flush than most toilets are with multiple flushes. The modern hole-free rim design means that it performs more consistently and is easy to clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-nozzle water propulsion system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore powerful flush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 gallon or 1.28 gallon per flush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaner bowl and less cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.2969%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"228\" width=\"258\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/tornadoflush_480x480.png?v=1632742353\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.4821%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDynamax Tornado Flush®\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003euses 100% of water to clean and rinse bowl.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDynamax combines powerful bowl\u003cbr\u003ecleaning and waste evacuation using\u003cbr\u003ewater that is 100% projected from the\u003cbr\u003erim creating 360° cleaning power. Using\u003cbr\u003eonly 1.0\/0.8 or 1.28\/0.8 gallons per flush, coupled with a 25% larger trapway diameter, this high-efficiency system uses 20% less water with improved performance while also creating a quieter flush. With a modern rimless design, it performs more consistently and is easy to clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.2969%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"218\" width=\"248\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/totoflush_480x480.jpg?v=1632742507\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.4821%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful washing where waste accumulates most easily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTornado Flush’s dynamic waterjet discharges from near the front of the toilet bowl, travels in a narrow channel along a hairpin curve, and with sustained water pressure thoroughly cleanses the areas where waste accumulates most easily - and then washes the entire bowl clean. Exquisitely high-quality ceramic makes this innovative design possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.2969%;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"126\" width=\"258\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/introduction02_480x480.jpg?v=1631697093\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.4821%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRimless\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rimless design not only leaves no place for waste and germs to hide. It also makes for a much easier to clean toilet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eSkirted Design\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"200\" width=\"261\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/skirted-design_featured_713x465_d33d1a80-1594-4889-af99-245a0713ab20_480x480.jpg?v=1632751149\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe skirted design, available in many modern TOTO toilet collections, offers clean lines, minimal flourishes and geometric precision. This style is elegant and smooth, concealing the trapway, and features a base that is easy to clean and maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.8049%;\"\u003eWater Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.1951%;\"\u003e1.28 GPF\/4.8LPF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.8049%;\"\u003eFlush System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 68.1951%;\"\u003eTornado Flush™\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.8049%;\"\u003eMin. 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This limited warranty is extended only to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of the Product and is not transferable to any third party, including but not limited to any subsequent purchaser or owner of the Product. This warranty applies only to TOTO Product purchased and installed in North, Central and South America.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownloads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/SS-01326_MS626124CEFG_f844e723-0a85-4d02-a55d-366fb3cc7a05.pdf?v=1636341284\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eToilet Specification Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/PD-01212_CST626E_Washlet_044c847f-134b-4b1e-b7be-ff8ac1a1c707.pdf?v=1636341284\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eToilet Spare Parts Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/0GU016_Cefiontect_Instructions.pdf?v=1632817440\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCefiontect Cleaning Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/0GU003Z_TOILET_1.6_GPF_IM_338f2256-d5d1-4da7-b4d7-8cb9a4dd96b5.pdf?v=1636341284\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eInstallation Manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/AD-00792_MS626124F_1.dxf?v=1636341284\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCAD Drawing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/SS-01343_SS124.pdf?v=1635227505\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eToilet Seat Specification Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/0GU543_SS124_IM.pdf?v=1635227505\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eToilet Seat Installation Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_Ox6myuyjW0\" height=\"315\" width=\"420\" allow=\"fullscreen;\"\u003e \u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptions \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eToilet Seat\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.4437%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"143\" width=\"143\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/cotton_white_480x480.png?v=1636358563\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"123\" width=\"123\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/cotton1_480x480.jpg?v=1636358594\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.5563%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElongated Softclose Seat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleek elongated front toilet seat and cover with SoftClose seat hinge system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting Hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: SS124\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty 1-year limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Polypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping Weight 5.3 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping Dimensions: 20-7\/8”L x 14-3\/8”W x 3-1\/16”H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRough-in\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 95px; 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height: 32.6806px;\" rowspan=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/THU068_PN_Polished_Nickel_643cf43f-b5fe-44f1-880e-a8ca1170fc60_240x240.jpg?v=1632811088\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 86.5312px;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 328.469px;\"\u003eTHU485#PN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 86.5312px;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 328.469px;\"\u003ePolished Nickel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 95px; height: 32.6806px;\" rowspan=\"6\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9527\/0317\/files\/THU068_BN_Brushed_Nickel_96e42023-14f7-4ae1-83de-783d2e3c6fd8_480x480.jpg?v=1632811890\" width=\"234\" height=\"234\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 86.5312px;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 328.469px;\"\u003eTHU485#BN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 86.5312px;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 328.469px;\"\u003eBrushed Nickel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s the best way to clean my Cefiontect product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eFor regular cleaning of your CEFIONTECT product:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a detergent or non-abrasive toilet cleaner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a soft-bristled plastic brush to clean your CEFIONTECT toilet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse cleansers, polishing powders or detergents that include gritty or coarse particles which might scratch the china surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse acid or alkaline detergents or cleaners which could etch the china surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse metal scrub brushes or steel wool to clean your CEFIONTECT products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have hard water stains, see How to remove hard water stains from your CEFIONTECT product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I determine why my toilet isn’t flushing properly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClogged sewer line or toilet bowl clogs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClogged vent line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncorrect settings or worn out toilet parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e 1. Clogged sewer line or clogged toilet bowl\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptoms: When flushing, the toilet’s water level would rise in the bowl and slowly drain. This is a telltale sign that your toilet is clogged\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolution: Try plunging your toilet or using a closet auger to see if the stoppage can be dislodged. If you are unable to remove the blockage, you may need to contact a local plumber for assistance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Clogged vent line\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptoms: You notice that your toilet gurgles or that bubbles blow out during the flush, or you just get a weak flush that may leave materials behind in the bowl.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery appliance that drains into the sewer line has a vertical vent line that allows air to enter the pipe. (These are the pipes that are sticking up thru your roof) The vent must be open to allow air to come in behind the water and waste as they flow through the pipes. Without the air coming in through the vent, a vacuum is created by the water flow. The vacuum slows down the flow of the waste, which can cause solids to settle out and cause a line clog. There are many reasons why a vent pipe would get clogged, including:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA previously clogged sewer pipe may have allowed solids to back up into the air vents. When the clog was cleared, materials stayed lodged in the vent pipe.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA snow and ice storm may have allowed an ice cap to form, closing off the pipe.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA squirrel or bird may have decided the pipe was a good place to build a nest, or store food.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e There is a simple test that you can run to verify you have a clogged vent pipe. Take a large bucket of water and pour it quickly into the toilet bowl. If the vent pipe is clear, the water will go down the drain as fast as you can pour it. If the vent is clogged, the water level in the bowl will rise as the vacuum forms. Stop pouring if the water level rises, as we don’t want to overflow the bowl. Solutions: Whatever is obstructing the vent pipe needs to be removed. The easiest way to do this is to take a garden hose up onto the roof, and run water down into the vent pipe. This water will force the obstruction down into the sewer pipe, clearing the vent. Because of the risk of fall, you may want to hire a professional to do this.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Incorrect settings or worn out toilet parts\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptoms: When you flush your toilet, the flush seems very weak or it flushes well every other flush.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolutions: Incorrect Settings: The water level in the tank should be about ½ inch below the top of the overflow tube. The chain on the flapper should only have 1 or 2 links of slack and the black refill tube from the fill valve, should be flowing water into the overflow tube during the refill.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorn out parts: A worn out flapper, fill valve, trip lever or flush valve may be causing the flushing problem. See our FAQ titled: HOW TO DETERMINE IF YOU NEED TOILET REPLACEMENT PARTS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if I need replacement parts for my toilet?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMost toilets have only 4 components that may need to be replaced if the toilet doesn’t shut off.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flapper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flush valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fill valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe trip lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nThe first step is to determine where the leak is occurring. There is a simple \"no tools needed\" test to determine which part is causing the problem.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1. Allow the tank to fill, then close the water supply at the shutoff valve. Mark the water level inside the tank, and let sit overnight. If the water level drops, it is either a problem with the flapper or with the flush valve.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2. To determine if it is the flapper or the flush valve, hold the handle down so the water level in the tank goes out to the level where the flapper and the flush valve meet. Let it sit overnight.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the water level does not drop, the problem is with the flapper. See our FAQ titled: How to replace a rubber flapper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the water level drops to the bottom of the flush valve, where it meets the china, the gasket at the base of the flush valve is bad. See our FAQ titled: How to replace a flush valve on a two piece toilet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n3. If the water in Step 1 did not drop at all, the problem is most likely with the fill valve. Other symptoms that help confirm the problem is with the fill valve include: Water is going over the top of the overflow tube on the flush valve.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt might be hissing or continually dripping from the end of refill tube into the overflow tube on the flush valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the water is not filling the tank at all, or is filling in erratic starts and stops, it is possible you have debris in the valve. For this symptom, cleaning the fill valve may eliminate the symptom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n4. Erratic flushing may also occur if the trip lever is wearing out. Replacement should solve the problem. See our FAQ titled: How to replace a trip lever.\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I replace a rubber toilet flapper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch this short video or follow the instructions below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GDY_ibehQd4\" allow=\"fullscreen;\"\u003e \u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor non-dual flush toilets\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn water off to the toilet at the angle stop on the water supply line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully remove toilet tank top, and place in a safe location to prevent breakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlush toilet and hold the handle down until water stops flowing out of the tank and into the bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect flapper chain from trip lever arm (note which hole the chain is connected to).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently slide the arms of the flapper off the plastic pegs on the flush valve assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove old flapper from the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo install new flapper, gently slide flapper arms over pegs on flush valve assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the chain to the trip lever arm, and move the clip on the chain so it has a little slack in it when the flapper is in the closed position. Use same hole on the trip lever arm as old flapper was connected to. Note: depending on the flapper for your model toilet, the clip my look slightly different than this photo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn water back on and when tank is full, test flush the toilet to make sure flapper operates correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I replace a toilet trip lever?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnfasten the flapper chain from the trip lever rod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnscrew the nut on the inside of the tank that holds the handle in place. Note: locknut is reverse threaded. You need to unscrew it in the opposite direction from a normal thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce locknut is removed from rod, pull the trip lever assembly out of the hole in the china.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall new handle and tighten locknut by turning clock-wise. Remember it is reverse threaded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not over tighten as you could strip the threads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReattach the flapper chain to trip lever rod, leaving a little slack in the chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I replace a universal fill valve?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWatch this short video or follow the instructions below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Q3_t732YBGQ\" allow=\"fullscreen;\"\u003e \u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove the tank lid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurn off the water supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlush the toilet (hold down the lever to drain the tank)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDisconnect the water supply line from the toilet (catch any remaining water with a bucket or bowl)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove the nut that holds the fill valve in place\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnhook the refill tube from the metal clip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove the old fill valve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIdentiy the model number of your toilet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee the fit chart in the valve instructions to set the height for the correct model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHold the new valve at the bottom and turn the top of the valve counterclockwise until it stops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePull the bottom to extend to the proper height for your model. (count the number of pegs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurn the top of valve clockwise to lock it into position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInsert the lockin clip over the pegs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet the proper re-fill amount by first turning the aduster off by turning it counterclockwise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheck the key setting on the valve instructions for your model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurn the adjuster clockwise until it stops on the key\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInsttall the pre-adjusted valve into the toilet (make sure it doesn't touch the back of the tank or interfere with the trip lever arm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHand tighten the mounting nut and then tighten 1\/4 turn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAttach the re-fill tube to the valve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConnect the re-fill tube to the overflow tube using the metal clip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRe-connect the water supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurn the water on\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlush and fill the toilet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf the water level is too low turn the valve clockwise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf the water level is too high turn the valve counterclockwise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstallation Complete!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I replace the flush valve on a two-piece toilet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurn off water to toilet at the angle stop on the water supply line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrain toilet tank by holding down the trip lever until the tank water has drained into the bowl. Manually remove the remaining water from the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove water supply line from fill valve. Use a catch basin to catch any drips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove the nuts on the right and left of tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLift tank off toilet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove tank to bowl gasket from the underside of the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove large nut on flush valve from the underside of the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove flush valve from the inside of the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstall new flush valve and tighten the flush valve nut by reversing steps 6, 7 \u0026amp; 8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstall tank to bowl gasket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReset the tank to the bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTighten the tank to the bowl until it make contact with the china. Do not over tighten or you may break the china.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReinstall the toilet supply line by hand. Do not over tighten or the fill valve will rotate in the tank and come loose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurn water on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheck for leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s the safest way to remove hard water stains from my Cefiontect product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe tips below are for any TOTO china product (including CEFIONTECT):\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHard water marks are composed of minerals from the water supply. They will not dissolve using bleach or detergents. It takes a slightly acidic cleaner like vinegar or a lime dissolving cleaner to remove the minerals. Neither of these cleaners will harm the CEFIONTECT finish.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can use vinegar or lime dissolving cleaner and a non-scratch scour pad made for porcelain. Allow a little contact time to allow the cleaner to dissolve the buildup.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf the stain at the waterline in your toilet bowl persists, you may need to remove some water from the bowl. Then reapply the vinegar or lime dissolving cleaner at full strength. Removing the water prevents the solution from being diluted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should the balance spool in a shower valve TSPTR\/TSPVR be serviced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eRemoving the Balance Spool:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurn both water stops (hot and cold) clockwise to shut off the water to the valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn the valve, the balance spool is located next to the cold-water stop and looks like a hex nut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith a wrench turn the hex nut counter clockwise and pull the balance spool out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe balance spool consists of the large cylinder with a smaller cylinder inside. The inner cylinder should move freely inside the large cylinder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCleaning the Balance Spool:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf the inner smaller cylinder is stuck, shake or tap the spool to release inner cylinder. Rinsing the spool with warm water will help loosen the cylinder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClean both the inner and the outer cylinders with warm water, vinegar, or household cleaner and rinse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReinsert the inner spool (cylinder) into the large spool and verify that the inner spool moves freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstalling the Balance Spool:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVerify that the balance spool has an O-Ring next to the lip of the hex nut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVerify that the inner spool moves freely inside the large spool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInsert the balance spool (both cylinders) and turn clockwise with wrench and tighten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheck for leaks when the water stops are turned on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is toilet mold, and how do I get rid of it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMold: How it may have gotten there, and how to remove it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is Slime Mold?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSlime mold is a special class of mold that forms a slime coat to protect it from harsh environments. A toilet bowl provides the perfect atmosphere for any type of microorganism as it has food, water, air and a nice warm location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMold can come in a variety of colors – most are black or dark brown, but they also show up in pinks, blues, reds and some of them are absolutely beautiful. Don't let the pretty colors fool you, if you don't remove them they will take over the toilet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow Did Slime Mold Get in my Toilet?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMold spores are everywhere, and can travel through the air. (Ever wonder how the mold got on that slice of bread?) When one hits the toilet bowl, it may start a small colony, and if left alone, will completely cover the inside of the bowl. It can also grow in the tank if that is where the spore landed. It is not uncommon for the mold to show up in all the toilets in a single home, especially when the homeowner uses one toilet brush to clean all the toilets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen we explain this to customers, their first reaction is \"No way! I am a meticulous housekeeper.\" This is not an indication of poor house keeping. The spore may get picked up on your clothes during your daily travels, and fall into the bowl when you use the toilet at home. It is also possible for the spores to have come in on the tools that were used to install the new toilet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow do I Eliminate Slime Mold?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChlorine will kill the mold spore, but if it has already developed a slime layer, chlorine alone won't work. In order to remove the spots, you need to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScrub the colony off the china, using a non-scratching scour pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThen you need to follow up with a chlorine rinse to kill the spores that you removed, or they will just form another colony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt may take repeated treatments to finally kill off the colony. One way to ensure continuous treatement is by using an in tank Chlorine tablet. Our installation manual warns against the use of these in tank tablets, but we need to address the mold issue, and we are only going to use it once. The tablet will last about 30 days, and each time the toilet is flushed, it will wash all the water contact surfaces with a little extra chlorine. This step is essential if the mold has grown up in the rim holes, as you will be unable to scrub that area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do I find the model number and color code for my toilet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo find the toilet model number and color code:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWatch this short video or follow the instructions below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7SvH-X5xU68\" allow=\"fullscreen;\"\u003e \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLook inside your tank or under your tank lid. Always exercise caution when removing the tank lid, as it is a fragile item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn the china walls inside your tank you will see a model number stamped or engraved in the porcelain. They will have letters with a three-digit number. There may be more letters following, depending on additional features available on that model of the toilet. This stamp maybe on your tank lid as well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor Example:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eST743E\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCST 854\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eC733\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMS974CEFG.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most common location for these markings is on the back wall of the tank, or on the right hand wall, opposite the trip lever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe color code will start with a # followed by a two-digit number.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor Example:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e#01 - Cotton White\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e#03 - Bone\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e#04 - Grey\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e#11 - Colonial White\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e#12 - Sedona Beige\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e#51 - Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"West Beverly Bath","offers":[{"title":"Cotton","offer_id":44075748098135,"sku":"MS626124CEFG#01","price":1387.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ebony","offer_id":44075748130903,"sku":"MS626124CEF#51","price":2079.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bone","offer_id":44075748163671,"sku":"MS626124CEFG#03","price":1594.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sedona Beige","offer_id":44075748196439,"sku":"MS626124CEFG#12","price":1594.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Colonial White","offer_id":44075748229207,"sku":"MS626124CEFG#11","price":1387.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/4971\/4007\/files\/TOTO-Aimes-Ebony-1_28-GPF-Elongated-One-Piece-Toilet-With-Washlet-Connection.jpg?v=1785077787","url":"https:\/\/overturegifts.store\/products\/toto-aimes-1-28-gpf-elongated-one-piece-toilet-with-washlet-connection-ms626124cef","provider":"Overture Gifts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}