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Fluidmaster K-400H-039 - User Manual

Fluidmaster K-400H-039
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K-400H-039
PerforMAX
®
FILL VALVE & 2” FLAPPER
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Summary

Getting Started

Parts Overview

Lists and illustrates all components included in the PerforMAX® Fill Valve kit.

Tools Needed

Lists the tools required for the installation process.

Step 1: Prepare Tank

Turn Off Water

Instructions on how to shut off the water supply to the toilet.

Drain Water

Guide to flushing the toilet to remove most of the water from the tank.

Soak Up Excess Water

Method for removing residual water from the toilet tank using absorbent materials.

Step 2: Remove Old Fill Valve

Remove Connector

Instructions for disconnecting the water supply connector from the old fill valve.

Remove Old Locknut

Steps to loosen and remove the locknut securing the old fill valve.

Remove Old Fill Valve

Guidance on removing the old fill valve, refill tube, clip, and shank washer.

Step 3: Remove Old Flapper

Disconnect Flapper Chain

How to detach the flapper chain from the toilet's flush lever.

Remove Flapper From Seat

Instructions for removing the old flapper from the flush valve seat.

Step 4: Install New Flapper

Remove Cardboard

Action to remove protective material from the new flapper.

Install New Flapper

How to place the new flapper onto the flush valve seat.

Attach Flapper Chain

Guide to connecting the flapper chain to the tank lever with proper slack.

Step 5: Adjust Height of New Fill Valve

Twist Fill Valve to Adjust Height

Method for adjusting the fill valve height to the correct level.

Step 6: Install New Fill Valve

Push Refill Tube Onto Port

How to attach the refill tube to the fill valve's refill port.

Attach Refill Clip to Tube

Connecting the refill clip to the refill tube.

Insert Fill Valve

Placing the fill valve into the tank, ensuring proper tube orientation.

Attach Refill Clip to Overflow Pipe

Securing the refill tube to the overflow pipe with the clip.

Install Locknut

Securing the fill valve from below the tank with the locknut.

Step 7: Finishing Steps

Attach Water Supply Connector

Connecting the water supply to the new fill valve.

Turn On Water

Instructions for turning the water supply back on and checking for leaks.

Water Level Check

How to check and ensure the tank water level is set correctly.

Step 8: Fine-Tune Tank Water Level

Flush to Check Tank Water Level

Flushing the toilet to verify the water level after installation.

Adjust Water Level

How to adjust the water level using the adjustment screw.

Step 9: Fine Tune Flush

Test Flush

Performing a test flush with toilet paper to check performance.

Adjust for Efficient Flush

Adjusting the flapper dial for optimal flushing efficiency.

Final Setting

Setting the final flapper dial position based on test results.

Step 10: Fine-Tune Bowl Water Level

Fill Bowl with Water

Adding water to the bowl to establish a baseline for testing.

Mark Bowl Water Level

Marking the water level in the bowl with a pencil.

Check Bowl Water Level

Flushing to check if the bowl water level matches the marked line.

Adjust Bowl Water Level

Adjusting the bowl water level using the dial.

Re-check Bowl Water Level

Re-checking the bowl water level after adjustments.

Step 11: Flush the Toilet

Perform Final Flush

The final flush to confirm successful installation and operation.

Troubleshooting

Fill Valve Operational Issues

Addresses common fill valve operational problems: not turning on, off, or refilling.

Remove Cap and Check for Debris

Procedure to remove the fill valve cap and check for obstructions.

Replace Fill Valve Seal

Instructions for replacing the fill valve seal.

Low Bowl Water Level Diagnosis

Diagnosing and fixing low bowl water level issues.

Summary

Getting Started

Parts Overview

Lists and illustrates all components included in the PerforMAX® Fill Valve kit.

Tools Needed

Lists the tools required for the installation process.

Step 1: Prepare Tank

Turn Off Water

Instructions on how to shut off the water supply to the toilet.

Drain Water

Guide to flushing the toilet to remove most of the water from the tank.

Soak Up Excess Water

Method for removing residual water from the toilet tank using absorbent materials.

Step 2: Remove Old Fill Valve

Remove Connector

Instructions for disconnecting the water supply connector from the old fill valve.

Remove Old Locknut

Steps to loosen and remove the locknut securing the old fill valve.

Remove Old Fill Valve

Guidance on removing the old fill valve, refill tube, clip, and shank washer.

Step 3: Remove Old Flapper

Disconnect Flapper Chain

How to detach the flapper chain from the toilet's flush lever.

Remove Flapper From Seat

Instructions for removing the old flapper from the flush valve seat.

Step 4: Install New Flapper

Remove Cardboard

Action to remove protective material from the new flapper.

Install New Flapper

How to place the new flapper onto the flush valve seat.

Attach Flapper Chain

Guide to connecting the flapper chain to the tank lever with proper slack.

Step 5: Adjust Height of New Fill Valve

Twist Fill Valve to Adjust Height

Method for adjusting the fill valve height to the correct level.

Step 6: Install New Fill Valve

Push Refill Tube Onto Port

How to attach the refill tube to the fill valve's refill port.

Attach Refill Clip to Tube

Connecting the refill clip to the refill tube.

Insert Fill Valve

Placing the fill valve into the tank, ensuring proper tube orientation.

Attach Refill Clip to Overflow Pipe

Securing the refill tube to the overflow pipe with the clip.

Install Locknut

Securing the fill valve from below the tank with the locknut.

Step 7: Finishing Steps

Attach Water Supply Connector

Connecting the water supply to the new fill valve.

Turn On Water

Instructions for turning the water supply back on and checking for leaks.

Water Level Check

How to check and ensure the tank water level is set correctly.

Step 8: Fine-Tune Tank Water Level

Flush to Check Tank Water Level

Flushing the toilet to verify the water level after installation.

Adjust Water Level

How to adjust the water level using the adjustment screw.

Step 9: Fine Tune Flush

Test Flush

Performing a test flush with toilet paper to check performance.

Adjust for Efficient Flush

Adjusting the flapper dial for optimal flushing efficiency.

Final Setting

Setting the final flapper dial position based on test results.

Step 10: Fine-Tune Bowl Water Level

Fill Bowl with Water

Adding water to the bowl to establish a baseline for testing.

Mark Bowl Water Level

Marking the water level in the bowl with a pencil.

Check Bowl Water Level

Flushing to check if the bowl water level matches the marked line.

Adjust Bowl Water Level

Adjusting the bowl water level using the dial.

Re-check Bowl Water Level

Re-checking the bowl water level after adjustments.

Step 11: Flush the Toilet

Perform Final Flush

The final flush to confirm successful installation and operation.

Troubleshooting

Fill Valve Operational Issues

Addresses common fill valve operational problems: not turning on, off, or refilling.

Remove Cap and Check for Debris

Procedure to remove the fill valve cap and check for obstructions.

Replace Fill Valve Seal

Instructions for replacing the fill valve seal.

Low Bowl Water Level Diagnosis

Diagnosing and fixing low bowl water level issues.

Fluidmaster K-400H-039 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product TypeToilet fill valve
Model NumberK-400H-039
MaterialPlastic
Adjustable HeightYes
Universal FitYes
CompatibilityMost toilets
Warranty5 years

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