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{{fa}}When [[Repair-a-Toilet-/-Commode|fixing something in the cistern/tank of your toilet]], it can be real problem if either the shut-off valve does not work, or there is no shut-off valve at all. The following will detail how to drain your toilet tank without shutting off the water to the entire home. | {{fa}}When [[Repair-a-Toilet-/-Commode|fixing something in the cistern/tank of your toilet]], it can be real problem if either the shut-off valve does not work, or there is no shut-off valve at all. The following will detail how to drain your toilet tank without shutting off the water to the entire home. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
#Look for a faucet/tap on the pipe that leads to your toilet cistern/tank.<br><br> If you find a valve, first inspect the condition of the water supply valve which allows water to fill the toilet tank (shown by a red arrow in the photo). This is usually a 90 degree angle valve. Overtime due to minimal use, this valve can become very stiff and brittle. Forcing it closed, and then fully open again can cause weeping, leaks, and breakage. Carefully attempt turning the handle clockwise (without over-forcing) to turn off the water to the toilet.<br><br>If you've successfully turned it without any problem, you can skip the remainder of these steps and continue with your repair job. | #Look for a faucet/tap on the pipe that leads to your toilet cistern/tank.<br><br> If you find a valve, first inspect the condition of the water supply valve which allows water to fill the toilet tank (shown by a red arrow in the photo). This is usually a 90 degree angle valve. Overtime due to minimal use, this valve can become very stiff and brittle. Forcing it closed, and then fully open again can cause weeping, leaks, and breakage. Carefully attempt turning the handle clockwise (without over-forcing) to turn off the water to the toilet.<br><br>If you've successfully turned it without any problem, you can skip the remainder of these steps and continue with your repair job. | ||
