SLOAN ST-2539 Water Closet Instruction Manual
- June 16, 2024
- SLOAN
Table of Contents
Model ST-2539 Series Water Closet
Installation Instructions
ST-2539 Water Closet
THE RIGHT CHOICE
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WARNING: Vitreous china can chip or break if the bolts or nuts are over-
tightened or if mishandled.
BEFORE YOU START
- Check all local plumbing and building codes.
- Check for any damage to the new water closet before installation.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- Putty Knife
- Sponge
- Safety Glasses
- 10” Adjustable Wrench
- Measuring Tape
- Large Level
- Spud Wrench
- Hacksaw
- 2 lag bolts appropriate for floor surface
NOTE: All vitreous china dimensions shown in these drawings are nominal.
Dimensions can vary within the tolerances established in the governing ASME
A112.19.2/CSA B45.1 standard. Please take this into consideration when
planning rough-in and plumbing layouts.
NOTE: Wax rings are NOT recommended for this fixture
NOTE: Plumbing system requirements:
Minimum flowing pressure: 25 psi
Maximum flow rate: 25 GPM
Maximum Static Pressure: 80 PSI
REMOVAL OF EXISTING WATER CLOSET
- Turn off the water supply.
- Disconnect the flush valve.
- Remove the existing water closet.
- Using putty knife, completely remove old wax seal or putty from the flange and wall area if present.
- Lay water closet down on padded surface to help protect the vitreous china.
WARNING: Wall and flange must be
perpendicular to floor prior to closet installation.
IMPORTANT: Hazardous gases can escape through the closet flange if new
water closet is not installed quickly. A temporary fix: place a large rag in
the closet flange.
INSTALLING NEW WATER CLOSET
- Check rough-in dimensions and install or relocate flush valve and outlet as indicated.
- Record model number for reference.
- Install new 5/16” T-bolts onto flange at the 3 and 9 o’clock positions (if applicable).
- Take out the temporary rag (if used) from the water closet flange hole.
- Drill 2 pilot holes in floor for mounting as indicated in diagram
- Install Neoprene or Graphite Felt seal according to manufacturer’s instructions taking care that it is concentric to the outlet horn as shown.
- Apply thin bead of appropriate caulk to unglazed rear surface of closet flange as shown.
- Perpendicularly align the closet directly in front of the outlet flange and gently push closet over the T-bolts or threaded rods until the seal touches the flange surface.
- Install the plastic washers in correct orientation, the metal washers and the nuts onto the T-bolts or threaded rods and CAREFULLY tighten nuts in an alternate manner until closet is secure.
- Place the plastic washers in correct orientation onto lag bolts (not included) and install through pilot holes in floor until secure.
- Apply and smooth caulk around base as necessary
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten the nuts, breaking and chipping of vitreous china can occur.
- Cut 1/4” or more over the top of the nut.
- Attach the bolt caps.
IMPORTANT: Product damage can occur if using a saw blade to cut off the excess T-bolt length. Make sure vitreous china is protected and covered.
Completing the installation
- Flush valve should be installed to manufacturer’s installation instructions.
- Turn on water supply valve.
- Install water closet seat (not included).
- Flush water closet a few times and check all connections for water seepage.
- Check for leaks.
Care and cleaning of Vitreous china
Clean water closet with a cleaner safe for vitreous china such as Sloan’s
Waterfree Urinal Cleaner/Deodorizer.
Spray and wipe clean using soft cloth. Soft abrasive cleaners may be used to
remove stains.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Sloan Valve Company warrants its products to be made of first class materials,
free from defects of material or workmanship under normal use and to perform
the service for which they are intended in a thoroughly reliable and efficient
manner when properly installed and serviced, for a period of three years (one
year for special finishes) from date of purchase. During this period, Sloan
Valve Company will, at its option, repair or replace any part or parts which
prove to be thus defective if returned to Sloan Valve Company, at customer’s
cost, and this shall be the sole remedy available under this warranty.
No claims will be allowed for labor, transportation or other incidental costs.
This warranty extends only to persons or organizations who purchase Sloan
Valve Company’s products directly from Sloan Valve Company for purpose of
resale.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE
HEREOF. IN NO EVENT IS SLOAN VALVE COMPANY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OF ANY MEASURE WHATSOEVER.
NOTE: IN NO EVENT SHALL SLOAN VALVE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES, RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OR FOR DAMAGES CAUSED BY
NEGLECT, ABUSE OR ALTERATION.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE.
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Phone: 1.800.9-VALVE-9 or 1.847.671.4300
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