Kolter Homeowner Guide

Toilets Toilets are one of the most frequently used fixtures in the home, and their parts and surfaces require care. Made of clay with a smooth, glazed surface, toilets are durable but improper cleaning or use can damage or scratch them. The various components in the tank must also be monitored and, if necessary, replaced. Care and maintenance The following are tips for maintaining your home’s toilets. Cleaning the toilet bowl Clean the toilet bowl with only a cleaner designed specifically for toilet bowls. Follow instructions on the cleaning solution and don’t mix it with other cleaning products. Avoid using bluing pellets, chlorine tablets, or suspended chlorine cleaning bars in the toilet tank. Doing so may cause the rubber in the toilet tank to deteriorate.

Preventing clogs Clean the holes beneath the toilet rim regularly, as clogs that begin there can cause the toilet to malfunction. Flush only what’s meant to be flushed. That means no items like diapers, facial tissues, hair, garbage, or lint, which may cause clogs in the toilet or sewer lines. Adjusting the tank’s water level There’s a screw on top of the water control that controls the water level. Locate the screw. Turn it clockwise to lower the water level, counterclockwise to raise the water level. A line on the back of the tank marks the proper water level.

Protecting the finish Use toilet cleaners only inside the toilet bowl.

Don’t clean the outside of the toilet with a strong abrasive, as it may scratch the finish.

Don’t clean inside the toilet tank. Doing so may damage the parts.

Avoid pouring hot water in the toilet bowl or tank.

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