American Standard 2457 User Manual
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• Make sure water supply is
off. Remove valve TOP by
lifting arm and rotating top
and arm 1/8 turn
counterclockwise, pressing
down slightly on cap.
off. Remove valve TOP by
lifting arm and rotating top
and arm 1/8 turn
counterclockwise, pressing
down slightly on cap.
IMPORTANT: Always clear
sand and rust from system.
sand and rust from system.
• While holding a container
over the uncapped VALVE
to prevent splashing, turn
water supply on and off a
few times. Leave water
supply off.
over the uncapped VALVE
to prevent splashing, turn
water supply on and off a
few times. Leave water
supply off.
• Replace TOP by engaging
lugs and rotating 1/8 turn
clockwise. MAKE CERTAIN
TIP IS TURNED TO THE
LOCKED POSITION. VALVE
MAY NOT TURN ON IF TOP
IS NOT FULLY TURNED TO
THE LOCKED POSITION.
lugs and rotating 1/8 turn
clockwise. MAKE CERTAIN
TIP IS TURNED TO THE
LOCKED POSITION. VALVE
MAY NOT TURN ON IF TOP
IS NOT FULLY TURNED TO
THE LOCKED POSITION.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
IF FILL VALVE SHUTS OFF BUT CONTINUES TO LEAK
SLOWLY, repeat Step 13.
SLOWLY, repeat Step 13.
IF FILL VALVE TURNS OFF AND ON DURING PERIODS OF
NON-USE, it is a signal you are wasting water because:
NON-USE, it is a signal you are wasting water because:
• The end of the refill tube is inserted into overflow pipe, below
water level in tank. Attach refill tube to overflow pipe using "S"
clip provided.
water level in tank. Attach refill tube to overflow pipe using "S"
clip provided.
• The flush valve is leaking because it's worn, dirty or
misaligned with tank ball or flapper (replace with a new flapper).
misaligned with tank ball or flapper (replace with a new flapper).
IF FILL VALVE WON'T TURN ON OR SHUT OFF or REFILL OF
TANK WATER IS SLOW after valve has been in use for some
time, Fluidmaster Model 242 Replacement Seal may be needed.
TANK WATER IS SLOW after valve has been in use for some
time, Fluidmaster Model 242 Replacement Seal may be needed.
Go to our website at www.fluidmaster.com for more solutions
to toilet problems.
to toilet problems.
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workmanship for a period of one year. Units returned to Fluidmaster will be replaced without charge.
workmanship for a period of one year. Units returned to Fluidmaster will be replaced without charge.
Always use quality Fluidmaster repair parts when maintaining your Fluidmaster products. Fluidmaster shall
not be responsible or liable for any damages caused by products used with Fluidmaster valves that were
not manufactured by Fluidmaster, Inc.
not be responsible or liable for any damages caused by products used with Fluidmaster valves that were
not manufactured by Fluidmaster, Inc.
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CADET® 3 FLUSH RIGHT™ TOILET FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For this warranty to become effective, the accompanying warranty registration card and proof of purchase must be completed and returned to the address on the
warranty registration card within 30 days of purchase.
If inspection of this American Standard plumbing product, inclusive of china and all mechanical components, within five years after its initial purchase, confirms that it is
defective in materials or workmanship, American Standard will repair or, at its option, exchange the product for a similar model.
This warranty does not apply to local building code compliance. Since local building codes vary considerably, the purchaser of this product should check with a local
building or plumbing contractor to insure local code compliance before installation.
This warranty shall be void if the product has been moved from its initial place of installation; if it has been subjected to faulty maintenance, abuse, misuse, accident or
other damage; if it was not installed in accordance with American Standard's instructions; or if it has been modified in a manner inconsistent with the product as shipped
by American Standard.
by American Standard.
This warranty DOES NOT COVER any damage caused by the use of in-tank cleaners.
American Standard's option to repair or exchange the product under this warranty does not cover any labor or other costs of removal or installation, nor shall American
American Standard's option to repair or exchange the product under this warranty does not cover any labor or other costs of removal or installation, nor shall American
Standard be responsible for any other incidental or consequential damages attributable to a product defect or to the repair or exchange of a defective
product, all of which are expressly excluded from this warranty. (Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties, so this
exclusion may not apply to you.)
product, all of which are expressly excluded from this warranty. (Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties, so this
exclusion may not apply to you.)
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other statutory rights that vary from state to state or from province to province, in which case this warranty
does not affect such statutory rights.
For service under this warranty, it is suggested that a claim be made through the contractor or dealer from or through whom the product was purchased, or that a service
request (including a description of the product model and of the defect) be sent to the following address:
request (including a description of the product model and of the defect) be sent to the following address:
In the United States:
American Standard Brands
P.O. Box 6820
Piscataway, New Jersey 08855
Attention: Director of Consumer Affairs
For residents of the United States, warranty
information may also be obtained by calling
the following toll free number: (800) 442-1902
www.americanstandard-us.com
In Canada:
AS Canada ULC
2480 Stanfield Rd.
Mississauga, Ontario
Canada L4Y 1S2
Toll Free: (800) 387-0369
www.americanstandard.ca
In Mexico:
Customer Service Manager
AS Maquila, S.A. de C.V.
Via Morelos #330
Col. Santa Clara
Ecatepec 55540 Edo. Mexico
www.americanstandard.com.mx
Does not flush
Poor or sluggish flush
Toilet leaks
Toilet does not shut off
a. Water supply valve closed.
b. Supply line blocked.
c. Flush valve chain too loose or disconnected.
d. Sand or debris lodged in water control.
a. Bowl water level too low.
b. Supply valve partly closed.
c. Partially clogged trapway and/or drain pipe and/or vent.
d. Supply pressure too low.
a. Poor supply line connection.
b. Poor bowl to tank/floor connection.
a. Flush valve chain too tight, holding flush valve open.
b. Flush valve seat and/or flapper worn or deformed.
c. Sand or debris lodged in water control.
a. Open valve and allow water to fill tank.
b. Shut off water supply, disconnect supply line and inspect all gaskets and
washers. Reassemble. Also, see Fluidmaster maintenance. (see Step 13)
washers. Reassemble. Also, see Fluidmaster maintenance. (see Step 13)
c. Readjust chain length as required.
d. Shut off water supply. Remove cap and clean as per Step 13.
a. Check that refill tube is connected to water control and inserted into tank
overflow without being kinked or damaged.
overflow without being kinked or damaged.
b. Open supply valve fully. Be sure that proper supply tube size is used.
c. Remove obstruction. Consult a plumber if necessary.
d. Normal supply pressure must be at least 20 psi.
a. Review Step 9 of installation procedure.
b. Review Step 4 through 7 of installation procedure.
a. Readjust chain length as needed. Review Step 10.
b. Shut off water supply. Replace flush valve.
c. Shut off water supply. Remove cap and clean per Step 13.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
LIFT ARM
FIRST