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Toilet Replacement: Emptying the Tank From "Ed the Plumber" episode DETP-205

Master Plumber Ed Del Grande offers step-by-step instructions for replacing an old toilet, starting with removing the water.

Materials:

Plunger
Sponge
Bucket

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Figure A

1. Turn off the water at the toilet stop (figure A) by turning the handle clockwise.

2. Drain the tank by pulling on the handle.

3. Take a sponge and bucket to soak up the remainder of water left in the tank. If needed, use some paper towels to finish the job.

4. Now that the tank is empty, you have to address the bowl. Since there's still water left in the trap, take an ordinary plunger and press it once or twice as you would with a clogged toilet. This will force all the water out of the trap and your old toilet is ready for removal.