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To adjust a soft close toilet seat, follow these steps:
1. Locate the adjustment screws: Look for two screws on the hinges of the toilet seat. These screws control the tension of the soft close feature.
2. Use a screwdriver: Use a flathead screwdriver to turn the adjustment screws. Turning the screws clockwise will increase the tension, while turning them counterclockwise will decrease it.
3. Test the seat: After making adjustments, close the toilet seat and gently tap it. If it closes too slowly or doesn’t close at all, adjust the screws accordingly until you achieve the desired soft close action.
4. Tighten the screws: Once you have adjusted the tension, make sure to tighten the screws to secure the seat in place.
Remember to refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for specific details on adjusting your particular soft close toilet seat model.
If you have a soft-close toilet seat, you know how convenient it is. Instead of slamming shut, the seat slowly lowers when you tilt it forward. This gentle descent protects the seat, hinges, and your family from damage and disturbances. However, if your soft-close toilet seat suddenly starts slamming shut, you may need to adjust or replace the dampers that control the soft-close action. The seat damper is on the left, and the lid damper is on the right.
Removing a Soft-Close Toilet Seat
Soft-close toilet dampers look like cylindrical hinges, and each make and model has its own method for removal. To start, remove the seat and lid from the base of the toilet. If there are cover caps behind the seat, remove or lift them with the lid closed. Depending on the type of toilet lid, you may need to remove screws or nuts to release the seat. If there are no cover caps, open the lid and lift the seat, then apply outward pressure to the ends of both hinges. Once the seat and lid are removed, place them on a flat surface with the bottom of the seat facing up and the hinges pointing toward you.
Removing Soft-Close Dampers
The process for removing soft-close dampers will differ by brand and style. On some models, there may be a small hole on the dampers. Insert a screwdriver into the hole and rotate the damper toward you, then slide it outward to remove it. For a Kohler Quiet-Close seat, remove the gray cover by pushing upward on the two recessed areas on the side of the cover to lift it out. Next, use needle-nose pliers to grasp the “X” on the end of each cylinder and pull inward. This will allow the entire damper assembly to separate from the toilet seat. With the damper removed, push it outward.
Adjusting Soft-Close Dampers
Once the dampers are removed, you have two options: install brand-new dampers from the manufacturer or adjust the soft-close toilet seat dampers using silicone damping grease. Damping grease will absorb shock and increase resistance when the toilet lid shuts, slowing it down. Apply the damping grease to the inner structure of the dampers. Remove the retaining nut on one end of the damper with a socket wrench, and clean it in soapy water. Pack the inner compartment with grease, then reassemble the damper and reinstall it onto the toilet seat. Squeeze as much grease as possible into the damper to provide resistance when it rotates. Wipe up excess grease with a paper towel when finished.