American Standard 2579 Caution Do Not Use, Cone Washer With, Plastic Supply Line, Install Toilet

Models: 2589 2579 2588 2587

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INSTALL TOILET

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BOLT CAP

CLOSET FLANGE

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For Tanks/Bowls using Speed Connect System (Tank mounting bolts pre-installed).

RUBBER

TANK MTG. INSTALL TANKCAUTION: DO NOT USEGASKET

BOLTS PRE-

INSTALLED

WASHER/

NUT CAUTION: Overtightening of

COMBO

CLOSET BOLT

WASHER NUT

INSTALL TOILET

a.Position toilet squarely to wall and, with a rocking motion, press bowl down fully on wax ring and flange. Alternately tighten nuts until toilet is firmly seated on floor.

!CAUTION:

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN NUTS

OR BASE MAY BE DAMAGED!

b.Install caps on washers. (If necessary, cut bolt height to size before installing caps.)

c.Smooth off the bead of sealant around base. Remove excess sealant.

INSTALL TANK

a.Install large rubber gasket over threaded outlet on bottom of tank and lower tank onto bowl so that tapered end of gasket fits evenly into bowl water inlet opening, and tank mounting bolts go through mounting holes. Secure with metal washer/nut combo.

b.With tank parallel to wall, alternately tighten nuts until tank is snugged down evenly against bowl surface.

*USE INCLUDED TOOL, NUT DRIVER, OR DEEP SOCKET RACHET.

!CAUTION:

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN NUTS MORE

THAN REQUIRED FOR A SNUG FIT!

8 INSTALL TOILET SEAT Install toilet seat in accordance with manufacturer's directions.

9a

Before continuing, determine the type of water supply connecation you have from

 

the chart below and use the appropriate assembly parts required to properly

 

reconnect the water supply. DO NOT use plumber's putty to seal these fittings.

METAL / COPPER

METAL FLANGED

METAL SPIRAL

VINYL / BRAIDED

FLARED TUBING

 

TUBING

TUBING

CONNECTOR

LOCK NUT

 

LOCK NUT

 

LOCK NUT

LOCK NUT

CONE

 

EXISTING

 

EXISTING

COUPLING

 

WASHER

 

WASHER

 

 

CONE

NUT

 

 

 

 

COUPLING

 

EXISTING

 

WASHER

 

 

 

 

 

 

COUPLING

 

COUPLING

 

NUT

 

 

 

 

 

NUT

 

NUT

 

WATER

 

WATER

 

WATER

WATER

SHUT-OFF

 

SHUT-OFF

 

SHUT-OFF

SHUT-OFF

These parts must be used as

 

Use existing

Use existing spiral

Captive cone

illustrated to insure water-tight

coupling nut

cone washer.

washers already

connection. Use of existing

 

and washer.

Fluidmaster cone

included. No

coupling nut may result in

 

 

 

washer may not

additional washers

water leakage. Water supply

 

 

 

seal completely on

needed.

tube or pipe must extend at

 

 

 

spiral type supply

 

least 1/2" inside threaded

 

 

 

line.

 

shank of valve (does not

 

 

 

 

 

 

apply to flanged tubing).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CAUTION: DO NOT USE

 

 

CAUTION: Overtightening of

CONE WASHER WITH

 

 

LOCK NUT or COUPLING NUT

 

 

could result in breakage and

PLASTIC SUPPLY LINE.

 

 

potential flooding.

9b

With correct washers in place (see Step 9a), tighten COUPLING NUT 1/4 turn beyond hand tight.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

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American Standard 2579 Caution Do Not Use, Cone Washer With, Plastic Supply Line, CAUTION Overtightening of, Install Tank

FAQ

What is the correct way to position the toilet?

The correct way to position the toilet is to place it squarely against the wall and press down with a rocking motion until firmly seated on the wax ring and flange.

Should plumbers putty be used to seal water supply fittings?

No, plumbers putty should not be used to seal water supply fittings. Proper assembly parts as outlined in the chart should be used for a secure connection.

How tight should the coupling nut be when installing washers?

The coupling nut should be tightened 1/4 turn beyond hand tight, but should not be overtightened.

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How to stack washer and nut combo

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How to connect tank to bowl

Discover the correct method for connecting the tank to the bowl for American Standard indoor furnishings models 2587, 2588, 2579, 2589.

What is the appropriate water supply connection for metal/copper tubing?

The appropriate water supply connection for metal/copper tubing is illustrated in the chart and should be used in accordance with the instructions.

How to avoid base damage during toilet installation?

To avoid base damage during toilet installation, do not overtighten nuts as this may cause damage to the base.