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    Dec 16, 2011, 04:32 PM
    Flushing Problems?
    Why on my downstairs toilet do I have to hold the handle down so long to make fully flush?
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    Dec 16, 2011, 04:58 PM
    Why on my downstairs toilet do I have to hold the handle down so long to make fully flush?
    Could be your linkage is too long. When the flapper's seated you should have about 1/4" of play in the chain. Reset the linkage and let me know if that works for you. Good luck, Tom

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