Important Details To Keep Your Korky Toilet Fill Valve Running Smoothly

When your toilet just doesn't seem to flush properly, there are many potential causes, and the fill valve is one of the first items you should check. Some of the problems you may encounter include insufficient water in the tank for a full flush, a slow-filling toilet, and constant running. But before replacing the fill valve, see if you can fix it yourself. If you have a Korky design, you have a few different options for adjusting this flap. Because Korky valves are universal replacements for American Standard, Kohler, Delta, and more, many toilets have them.

What if you don't have enough water entering the tank to allow for a normal flush? The height of the toilet fill valve is adjustable, and Korky-branded products make the process easy. Start by holding the bottom of the mechanism and twisting the top section counterclockwise to unlock it. Then slide it up or down to adjust the amount of water that will enter the tank — up to allow more and down for less. Lock it back in place and try flushing. Continue making small adjustments until it's in the correct position.

If adjusting the position of the float doesn't fix your toilet issue, you can try a few other troubleshooting techniques. Cleaning the Korky fill valve can help resolve a slow-filling toilet. These pieces can accumulate debris and sediment, which can cause a clog and block water from properly entering the tank. A typical fill valve may have a lifespan of up to seven years. Korky offers some toilet fill valves that carry a 10-year warranty and are designed to last twice as long as a typical product.

To clean your Korky fill valve, shut off the toilet's water supply by turning the knob on the supply line — coming out of the floor or wall near the back of the appliance — in a clockwise direction. Flush the toilet to remove as much liquid from the tank as possible. Now, pull the refill tube off the Korky fill valve and use your thumb to pop the cover off. Then, remove the float by pinching its arms toward each other. Twist the cap underneath the valve counterclockwise one-eighth of a turn while holding the lower part of the assembly. Lift straight upward to remove the supply tube, then remove the strainer from the bottom. Rinse and wash everything with warm water to detach sediment. Now, reassemble your Korky and see if your toilet fills properly.

When your toilet is running constantly, you're wasting quite a bit of water — and could end up with an extremely high water bill. A common cause is a fill valve that is failing or not installed properly. Korky designs have a float that moves up and down. As water fills the tank, the float rises with it until it reaches the desired level and turns off the water supply.

A buildup of calcium and other minerals may collect on the float mechanism. This buildup can cause the device to stick in place, and if it fails to turn off the water supply, the toilet will run constantly. Use an old toothbrush to brush off the buildup — first with vinegar, then with soapy water. Rinse it with clean water afterward.

People may also improperly install the refill tube for the Korky fill valve, which can lead to operational errors. Some valves are attached to the tube with a clip, while others fit snugly into the top. If the valve wasn't attached properly, this could explain your toilet problem. Refer back to the instructions to correct the installation. If these tips don't fix the issue, you may simply need to replace the toilet fill valve.