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Toilet Handle Replacement

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  1. Toilet Handle Replacement, Tank Lid: step 1, image 1 of 3 Toilet Handle Replacement, Tank Lid: step 1, image 2 of 3 Toilet Handle Replacement, Tank Lid: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Lift the tank lid up and away from the toilet tank.

  2. Toilet Handle Replacement, Disassembling Toilet Pull Chain Spring Clasp: step 2, image 1 of 3 Toilet Handle Replacement, Disassembling Toilet Pull Chain Spring Clasp: step 2, image 2 of 3 Toilet Handle Replacement, Disassembling Toilet Pull Chain Spring Clasp: step 2, image 3 of 3
    • Squeeze open the spring clasp that connects the pull chain to the tank lever.

    • Disconnect the spring clasp from the tank lever.

  3. Toilet Handle Replacement, Handle: step 3, image 1 of 3 Toilet Handle Replacement, Handle: step 3, image 2 of 3 Toilet Handle Replacement, Handle: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Using an adjustable wrench, turn the locknut on the toilet handle clockwise until it loosens.

  4. Toilet Handle Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Turn the locknut clockwise until it releases from the threaded shank on the flush lever.

    • Remove the locknut from the tank lever.

  5. Toilet Handle Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Toilet Handle Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2
    • Pull the toilet handle and tank lever forward and out of the toilet tank.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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