Tools Required:Adjustable spanner, screwdriver, pipe detector, (locates buried pipework in walls), power drill with twist or masonry bit.Many different lavatory designs are on the market. They will compliment almost all home interiors. One particular style is called the close-coupled WC.The close-coupled cistern sits right on the pan and seems to be a very popular style. Before commencing the fit, make sure that you check all the parts that come supplied to guarantee you have it all, also before you remove the old WC. You wouldnt want to find a part cracked or even missing especially as you are ready and raring to get on with the job. Catford Plumbers fit WCs.Basic Method For Fitting:Put the large rubber gasket into the flush entrance of the pan. Push the long fixing bolts in the holes in the WC cistern, and include the rubber and large metal washers that are supplied. Lift and line up the cistern on the pan, so that the bolts can locate in the holes. The section of the flushing mechanics with the threads needs to go through the rubber gasket on the flush entrance of the pan. A Catford Plumber can supply and fit a new WC. Fit the washers to the connecting bolts, and tighten up the wing nuts. Make sure they are secure but not too tight.Visually inspect to confirm that no cables or pipework below the fix points, then, place the WC and slide the outlet of the pan into the soil pipes already attached flexi-connector. If required, use silicon grease to help it on. Use the power drill to create pilot holes in the floor at the fixing points. Should the floor be of a solid form you will need to use the hammer function on the drill to make the holes, then, plug them. Press plastic protective inserts that are supplied through the holes in the bottom of the pan and secure the retaining screws through the pan and into the floor. The cistern may have fixing holes in the back, if so, fit it to the wall using the drill, screws and plugs.Finally:Make sure you fit the rubber washers before you tighten up the nuts. Fit the supply pipework for the cold water with a push fit tap connector and check for any leaks.
