Flush valve woes

[wanleg]

Hi,

I'm after some advice please.

I have a toilet that I believe has an original Macdee Arcadia flush valve, see photos below. The plunger is allowing water to pass after flushing, when it should be closed. I had the problem previously and replaced the seal, tried this again but no luck. The plunger is getting stuck in the body.

I decided to replace the flush valve but the model I have is discontinued.

After some research I discovered that the Macdee DVA0100 should be a straight replacement, being compatible with the existing basket. I purchased a DVA0100 from Toolstation but it doesn't fit the existing basket...the tabs on the new valve are just a little too wide for the slots.

I was wanting to not have to replace the basket as my plumbing skills are limited. I could removed some material from the tabs but once I do that I won't be able to return if it still doesn't fit.

Has anyone else had this issue or know of a dual flush valve I can use as a straight replacement?

Thanks in advance.

 

[CBW]

It does appear that the newer Kayla should fit the previous one (Arcadia). Perhaps speak to Wirquin (who now own Macdee)?

 

[wanleg]

It does appear that the newer Kayla should fit the previous one (Arcadia). Perhaps speak to Wirquin (who now own Macdee)?

I think that's the next step...what I have noticed is that the cable on my valve seems a whole lot longer than those on the pictures I see of the supposed same valve. I'm wondering whether it's a copy or maybe I have an earlier revision as my valve has no manufacturer markings I can see.

 

[CBW]

One other option might be to speak to https://www.toiletspares.co.uk/, knowledgeable folk and might confirm which model and whether it should fit.

 

[wanleg]

One other option might be to speak to https://www.toiletspares.co.uk/, knowledgeable folk and might confirm which model and whether it should fit.

I've just completed the customer contact form for Wirquin...I'll see what they say but the above could also be useful if they are slow to respond.