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We've had a small leak of water into the toilet bowl for many months now. Pretty sure the toilet is a caroma stylus.
I've confirmed that the leak is due to the flushing mechanism by switching it to another toilet in the house (same type).
Pictures are attached; I just can't figure out how to remove the bottom rubber washer (to replace it) and some sites suggest that I will need to replace the entire mechanism for this model which is a reasonable cost.
So am I being stupid and the rubber seal can be removed/replaced or do I need to buy a whole new flush mechanism?
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Jack6. It's wonderful to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about replacing an outlet washer.
I haven't personally come across an outlet valve before where you can't replace the washer, but I guess there is always a first. Typically you just pull the rubber off the white fitting, though I suspect you've already given that a go. You normally need to stretch it to one side before pulling it off the white retainer.
If you take a look at this guide on How to fix a leaking toilet, in step 3 you'll see the washer being taken off. As mentioned, though, I'm only familiar with replaceable washers.
It's difficult to track down information, as I'm unsure whether that outlet valve has a specific model name, as it's only listed as the outlet valve to suit Caroma Stylus etc.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
Hello @SusieA
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about your flapper valve.
Would it be possible for you to post a few pictures of your cistern and the valves inside it. This will help our members assess if the flush mechanism needs to be replaced or just repaired. If water continues to run into the pan when the inlet valve is running, then odds are the flushing valve is the one that needs to be looked at. But once we see the valves in your cistern, we'll be able to give you better advice.
If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.
Eric
Hello @SusieA
Thank you for that quick turnaround in regards to the photos. I was worried that your cistern set might be very old and would be next to impossible to get parts for it. The good news is that your set is still fairly modern and that there are parts for it. For the flushing and inlet valve, I suggest replacing the seals with a FIX-A-LOO Cistern Repair Kit. This is a generic set that fits most of the inlet and flushing valves of Caroma.
However, I suggest bringing the flushing and inlet valve with you if possible so that you can match the new seals with old ones that you have.
If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.
Eric
