To remedy the constant flow of a small stream of water down the side of a water-closet basin, first empty the cistern by pulling the chain. If, while the cistern is being refilled, the flow of water continues, the plug (or valve) A in the bottom of the cistern requires a new washer. In repairing, cut the wire G and lift out the plug A. Unscrew the nut which secures the washer to plug A, and replace the old washer by a new piece of thick leather of the same size as the old piece; replace the nut, and screw up tightly. Put new wire in place of G. Should the flow cease while the cistern is being refilled, lift (with the hand) the ball 13; if by so doine the cock C (in the tap by which the cistern is filled) is closed, there is water inside the ball 13. If cock C is not closed by lifting the ball, it requires a new rubber washer. To insert the washer, remove the pin F (which secures arm D to lower part of C), and remove D from C; slide the part E (which holds the washer) off D; this is in two parts.

Unscrew the cap (containing the washer) from the under part. Remove the washer, and reulaceitbya new piece of insertion sheet rubber. Screw parts of E together and fix lever, etc., in old position by means of pin F.

Repairing Flushing Cisterns.