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Old 11-09-2011, 07:40 PM   #1
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Default Toilet fill valve not shutting
Sliding spring clip up/down does not shut water in tank.(Fluidmaster 400A)
Adjustments do not shut water in time-it goes into overflow tube.
What should I do?Thanks.

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Old 11-09-2011, 09:49 PM   #2
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replace it (the fillvalve, not the toilet :P )
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Old 11-09-2011, 11:19 PM   #3
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You need a replacement seal.
Fluidmaster 242 Fill Valve Replacement Seal

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Old 11-09-2011, 11:35 PM   #4
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Or just purchase a new unit for < $8.00!

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