View Full Version : Can I cut extra holes/shorten a plastic reservoir barrier in a toilet to flush better
Scott4952
Dec 1, 2013, 09:59 AM
Can I cut extra holes or shorten a plastic reservoir barrier in a water saver toilet to make it flush better.
I believe it is a Berkeley Series Toilet by Eljer
The part in question is part #5 at this web site:
Eljer Toilet Replacement Parts For The Berkeley Series (http://www.plumbingsupply.com/eljertoiletparts-berkeley.html)
creahands
Dec 1, 2013, 12:56 PM
Shortening the reservoir will give you more water and may aid in flushing. If you have a problem with flushing, what is it?
Chuck
Milo Dolezal
Dec 1, 2013, 04:26 PM
Yes, you can cut it to allow more water per flush. But by cutting the reservoir, you will eliminated the ULF designation for the toilet ( Ultra Low Flush ). Also, you may have to replace ( or readjust ) the flopper to allow it to empty entire tank.
Hope that helps.
Milo
hkstroud
Dec 1, 2013, 07:49 PM
I would suggest removing the reservoir completely and adjusting water fill level such that you have a good flushing action but do not waste water.
you will eliminated the ULF designation for the toilet ( Ultra Low Flush ).
That is correct but I wouldn't care. I would want a toilet that works and the governments bureaucrats can go stuff it.