American Standard 2474 User Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Model 2474 Elongated Two Piece Toilet

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Thank you for selecting American Standard - the benchmark of fine quality for over 100 years. To ensure this product
is installed properly, please read these instructions carefully before you begin. (Certain installations may require
professional help.) Also be sure your installation conforms to local codes.

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CAUTION: PRODUCT IS FRAGILE. TO AVOID BREAKAGE AND POSSIBLE INJURY HANDLE WITH CARE!

NOTE:

Pictures may not exactly define contour of china and components.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND MATERIALS

Putty Knife Regular Screwdriver Adjustable Wrench Sealant Tape Measure
Hacksaw Wax Ring/Gasket Flexible Supply Tube Closet Bolts Carpenters Level

1 REMOVE OLD TOILET

a. Close toilet supply valve and flush tank completely. Towel or sponge remaining water from tank and bowl.
b. Disconnect and remove supply line. NOTE:
c. Remove old mounting hardware, remove toilet and plug floor waste opening to prevent escaping sewer gases.
d. Remove closet bolts from flange and clean away old wax, putty, etc. from base area.

NOTE:

Mounting surface must be clean and level before new toilet is installed!

If replacing valve, first shut off main water supply!

ROUGHING-IN DIMENSIONS:

FINISHED WALL

12"

(305mm)

SEALANT

WAX RING

FINISHED

FLOOR

C/L OF SUPPLY

AS REQUIRED

32

CLOSET FLANGE

A

CLOSET BOLTS

INSTALL CLOSET BOLTS

Install closet bolts in flange channel, turn 90°, and slide
into place 6" (152 mm) apart and parallel to wall.

SAVE FOR FUTURE USE

54

NUT

TAPERED
WASHER

INSTALL WAX SEAL

Invert toilet on floor (cushion to prevent damage), and
install wax ring evenly around waste flange (horn), with
tapered end of ring facing toilet. Apply a thin bead of
sealant around toilet base.

Product names listed herein are trademarks of American Standard Inc.
© American Standard Inc. 2002

CLOSET

BOLT

FLANGE

POSITION TOILET ON FLANGE

a. Unplug floor waste opening and install toilet on closet flange so bolts project

through mounting holes.

b. Loosely install retainer washers and nuts. Side of washers marked "THIS

SIDE UP"

must

face up!

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7

BOLT CAP

CLOSET FLANGE

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.

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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.

TANK MTG.
BOLTS PRE­INSTALLED

WASHER

NUT

RUBBER
GASKET

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 washers and nuts.

b. With tank parallel to wall, alternately tighten

nuts until tank is snugged down evenly
against bowl surface.

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CAUTION:

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN NUTS MORE

THAN REQUIRED FOR A SNUG FIT!

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

9a 9b

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

FLARED TUBING

CONE
WASHER

COUPLING
NUT

WATER
SHUT-OFF

These parts must be used as
illustrated to insure water-tight
connection. Use of existing
coupling nut may result in
water leakage. Water supply
tube or pipe must extend at
least 1/2" inside threaded
shank of valve (does not apply
to flanged tubing).

CAUTION: DO NOT USE
CONE WASHER WITH
PLASTIC SUPPLY LINE.

METAL FLANGED

TUBING

Use existing
coupling nut
and washer.

EXISTING
WASHER

EXISTING
COUPLING
NUT

WATER
SHUT-OFF

METAL SPIRAL

TUBING

Use existing spiral
cone washer.
Fluidmaster cone
washer may not
seal completely on
spiral type supply
line.

EXISTING
CONE
WASHER

COUPLING
NUT

WATER
SHUT-OFF

VINYL/BRAIDED

CONNECTOR

LOCK NUTLOCK NUT LOCK NUT LOCK NUT
COUPLING

NUT

WATER
SHUT-OFF

Captive cone
washers already
included. No
additional washers
needed.

CAUTION: Overtightening of
LOCK NUT or COUPLING NUT
could result in breakage and
potential flooding.

With correct washers in place
(see Step 9a), tighten
COUPLING NUT 1/4 turn beyond
hand tight. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.

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10 11

TOP

ARM

NIPPLE

REFILL
TUBE

ADJUSTMENTS

a. Adjust water level. Water level

should be adjusted to level
indicated on tank by adjusting float
cup.

See Step 11 for water level

adjustment method

b. If bowl fails to siphon, an adjustment

may be required with the lift chain.
Simply remove the bead chain from
the retainment clip (see Fig. 10A)
and take up slack on the chain, and
reinsert on lift rod. Make sure the
chain is not too taught.

CRITICAL LEVEL

MARK ("C.L.")

OVERFLOW PIPE

VALVE

WATER LEVEL
ADJUSTMENT

CONE WASHER

COUPLING NUT
(HAND TIGHT ONLY)

CARE AND CLEANING

12

MUST BE

1" ABOVE

FILL

CLIP

VALVE
BODY

LOCK NUT

FLOAT

CUP

TANK
LEVER

LINK

ADJUSTABLE
HEIGHT

FLAPPER

SHANK
WASHER

THREADED
SHANK

PARTS FOR WATER
CONNECTION
(SEE STEP 9)

"S"
CLIP

FLUSH
VALVE

Diagram 1

Fig. 10A

Turn on water supply.
Adjust water to desired
level by squeezing water
level adjustment clip and
moving FLOAT CUP up or
down along stainless steel
link.

When cleaning your toilet, wash it with mild, soapy water, rinse thoroughly with clear water and dry with a soft cloth. Avoid detergents,
disinfectants, or cleaning products in aerosol cans. NEVER use abrasive scouring powders or abrasive pads on your toilet seat. Some
bathroom chemicals and cosmetics may damage the seat's finish.

WARNING: Do not use in-tank cleaners. Products containing chlorine (calcium hypochlorite) can seriously damage fittings in the

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tank. This damage can cause leakage and property damage.

American Standard shall not be responsible or liable for any tank fitting damage caused by the use of cleaners containing
chlorine (calcium hypochlorite).

REPAIR PARTS LIST

Repair parts are determined by toilet tank number which can be found
marked inside tank.

NOTE: "XXX" represents color or trim finish options. Specify when ordering.

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

738608-XXX0A
034783-XXX0A
730505-0070A
738565-400.0070A
738600-0070A

TRIP LEVER
BOLT CAP KIT (INCL TWO COVERS & WASHERS)
COUPLING KIT, BOWL-TO-TANK
FLUIDMASTER 400A VALVE
FLAPPER ASSEMBLY

738605-0070A

4396.016
735099-400A

5725.064.XXX

FLUSH VALVE ASSEMBLY
TANK
TANK COVER
SEAT - ELONGATED

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TROUBLESHOOTING FILL VALVE

IF FILL VALVE SHUTS OFF BUT CONTINUES TO LEAK
SLOWLY, repeat Step 13.

IF FILL VALVE TURNS OFF AND ON DURING PERIODS OF
NON-USE, it is a signal you are wasting water because:

LIFT ARM

FIRST

LIFT ARM

FIRST

• The end of the refill tube is inserted into overflow pipe, below
water level in tank. Attach refill tube to overflow pipe using "S"
clip provided.

• The flush valve is leaking because it's worn, dirty or misaligned
with tank ball or flapper (replace with a new flapper).

IF FILL VALVE WON’T TURN ON OR SHUT OFF or REFILL
OF TANK WATER IS SLOW after valve has been in use for

IMPORTANT: Always
clear sand and rust from
system.

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Make sure water supply
is off. Remove valve TOP
by lifting arm and rotating
top and arm 1/8 turn
counterclockwise, pressing
down slightly on cap.

• While holding a
container over the
uncapped VALVE to
prevent splashing, turn
water supply on and off a
few times. Leave water
supply off.

¥ Replace TOP by engaging
lugs and rotating 1/8 turn
clockwise. MAKE CERTAIN
TIP IS TURNED TO THE
LOCKED POSITION.
VALVE MAY NOT TURN
ON IF TOP IS NOT FULLY
TURNED TO THE LOCKED
POSITION.

some time, Fluidmaster Model 242 Replacement Seal may be
needed.

For troubleshooting information please contact:

30800 Rancho Viejo Road

GUARANTEE: This Fluidmaster product is guaranteed to be free from defective materials and
workmanship for a period of one year. Units returned to Fluidmaster will be replaced without charge.

Always use quality Fluidmaster repair parts when maintaining your Fluidmaster products. Fluidmaster
shall not be responsible or liable for any damages caused by products used with Fluidmaster valves
that were not manufactured by Fluidmaster, Inc.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Does not flush a. Water supply valve closed. a. Open valve and allow water to fill tank.

b. Supply line blocked. b. Shut off water supply, disconnect supply line, and inspect

c. Flush valve chain too loose or disconnected. c. Readjust chain length as required.
d. Sand or debris lodged in water control. d. Shut off water supply. Remove cap and clean per Step 13.

Poor or sluggish flush a. Bowl water level too low. a. Check that refill tube is connected to water control and

b. Supply valve partly closed. b. Open supply valve fully. Be sure that proper supply tube size is used.
c. Partially clogged trapway and/or drain pipe and/or vent. c. Remove obstruction. Consult a plumber if necessary.
d. Supply pressure too low. d. Normal supply pressure must be at least 20 psi.

Toilet leaks a. Poor supply line connection. a. Review Step 9 of installation procedure.

b. Poor bowl to tank/floor connection. b. Review Step 4 through 7 of installation procedure.

Toilet does not shut off a. Flush valve chain too tight, holding flush valve open. a. Readjust chain length as needed. Review step 10.

b. Flush valve seat and/or flapper worn or deformed. b. Replace flapper/flush valve assembly, as needed.

c. Sand or debris lodged in water control. c. Shut off water supply. Remove cap and clean per Step 13.

all gaskets and washers. Reassemble. Also, see Fluidmaster
maintenance (see step 13).

inserted into tank overflow without being kinked or damaged.

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
[phone] [phone]

www.fluidmaster.com

© 2001 Fluidmaster, Inc.
® Registered trademark of Fluidmaster, Inc.

AMERICAN STANDARD ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

If inspection of this American Standard plumbing product, within one year after its initial purchase, confirms that it is defective in materials or workmanship, American Standard

will repair or, at its option, exchange the product for a similar model.

This warranty does not apply to local building code compliance. Since local building codes vary considerably, the purchaser of this product should check with a local building

or plumbing contractor to insure local code compliance before installation.

This warranty shall be void if the product has been moved from its initial place of installation; if it has been subjected to faulty maintenance, abuse, misuse, accident or other
damage; if it was not installed in accordance with American Standard's instructions; or if it has been modified in a manner inconsistent with the product as shipped by American
Standard.

American Standard's option to repair or exchange the product under this warranty does not cover any labor or other costs of removal or installation, nor shall American

Standard be responsible for any other incidental or consequential damages attributable to a product defect or to the repair or exchange of a defective product, all of
which are expressly excluded from this warranty. (Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties, so this exclusion may not apply to

you.)

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other statutory rights that vary from state to state or from province to province, in which case this warranty does not
affect such statutory rights.

For service under this warranty, it is suggested that a claim be made through the contractor or dealer from or through whom the product was purchased, or that a service request
(including a description of the product model and of the defect) be sent to the following address:

In the United States:

American Standard Inc.

P.O. Box 6820

Piscataway, New Jersey 08855

Attention: Director of Consumer Affairs

For residents of the United States, warranty information may also be

obtained by calling the following toll free number: [phone]

730517-100

In Canada:

American Standard

2480 Stanfield Rd.

Mississauga, Ontario

Canada L4Y 1S2

Toll Free: [phone]

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In Mexico:

Customer Service Manager
Ideal Standard, S.A. de C.V.

Via Morelos #330

Col. Santa Clara

Ecatepec 55540 Edo. Mexico