Replace an Air Push button with a handle on Cistern

[ETAF]

I see from an old forum thread in 2015 suggested replacement pushbutton with a cable pushbutton

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Thread 'Toilet push-button conversion to lever'

24 Nov 2015

Hello. I have had a new Wirquin dual flush toilet installed less than 8 months ago when the push-button broke and was replaced with an original replacement, which has again broken at the bottom pushing the springs out. I'm getting fed up with this push-button so was thinking if there is a way to convert the buttons to a lever/handle?? Or is there a better quality/more sturdier button which can fit the Wirquin cistern? Thanks.

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Fluidmaster Push Button Cable Dual-Flush Valve - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. Fluidmaster valve with top, front or side dual-flush operation. Fully height adjustable overflow, no cutting required. Twist and release action for easy maintenance. Cable length 350mm. FREE next day delivery available, free collection in 1 minute.

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We have a comfort level cistern - and the cistern looks exactly like this

Roper Rhodes Comfort Height Dual Flush Concealed Cistern - TR9008

Roper Rhodes Comfort Height Dual Flush Concealed Cistern - TR9008

www.victorianplumbing.co.uk

I have done quite a bit of work on a 2nd one we have , changing height etc , and also pulled out the drain mech and replaced washers before

so a handle would be better if there is such a thing, but i guess if i can just replace the drop valve and not have to change the front panel - that would be good , if the new one just happens to fit the hole -

thanks

 

[denso13]

You do get flush valves with handles, but they aren't compatible with the push button type. You'd have to change the complete valve.

Fluidmaster Lever Dual Flush Valve

• Water saving adjustable flush volumes on full and reduced flushes• Fits 1 1/2" flush outlet • Cable length 350mm• Overflow height is adjustable from 8 1/2" to 13 1/2"• Twist and release action enables simple maintenance

www.toolstation.com

 

[ETAF]

Thanks , are the drop valve thing all standard size fittling - i know this cistern, valve just twists out

i will have to think about the hole we have now - much larger and goes over the bit thats missing at the top of the cistern

 

[HERTS P&D]

This might help you convert to a new fluidmaster cable flush valve, but check all sizes.

Toilet Dual Flush Button Adapter Conversion Kit for 48mm and 58mm Cistern Hole Sizes, Plastic Construction with Easy Installation for Bathroom Upgrade(Silver) : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy Toilet Dual Flush Button Adapter Conversion Kit for 48mm and 58mm Cistern Hole Sizes, Plastic Construction with Easy Installation for Bathroom Upgrade(Silver) at Amazon UK.

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Andy

 

[ETAF]

That would work, everything is black now handles etc - so thanks for that

Are the flush valves all standard size - so a direct replacement for the one i have

 

[foxhole]

That would work, everything is black now handles etc - so thanks for that

Are the flush valves all standard size - so a direct replacement for the one i have

No

 

[ETAF]

oh dear , so now i'm replacing the whole thing and pipework to the toilet -

I guess the holes in the bottom pf cistern are all different too and so a new cistern

 

[denso13]

I guess the holes in the bottom pf cistern are all different too and so a new cistern

No, they are standard 1/2" or 2" and most new flush valves will fit ok.